Severe Southern Floods Leave Devastating Toll

Southern Flood Crisis: Updated Toll and Response

On December 2, 2025, the Ministry of Public Health confirmed 267 deaths from severe flooding in southern Thailand. Songkhla Province reported 229 deaths, including 142 in Hat Yai, an increase from the previous day. Several other provinces also reported casualties. Mental-health teams screened 7,340 people, identifying high stress and suicide-risk cases. A special identification center […]

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Cleanup Efforts Intensify After Songkhla Floods

Urgent Cleanup Underway as Songkhla Battles Flood Aftermath

On November 30, 2025, Mr. Surin Worakittamrong, Director-General of the Pollution Control Department (PCD), announced that the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has directed all MNRE agencies to urgently support flood-affected communities. The response includes preparing bio-fermented liquid to address foul wastewater once the floodwaters recede, identifying temporary areas to store flood-related waste, […]

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US Drops Import Duties on Key Farm Goods

Trump Rolls Back Key Farm Import Tariffs Amid Cost-of-Living Pressure

On 15 November 2025, the White House announced that President Donald Trump had signed an executive order removing import tariffs on several agricultural items—including coffee, bananas, beef, coconuts, and mangoes—with the change applied retroactively from midnight on 13 November. This decision marks a shift from Trump’s earlier position that such tariffs were essential for protecting […]

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A Retro Bowling Gem Awaits Near Pearl Harbor

A Slice of Local Life Beyond Pearl Harbor

On weeknights in greater Honolulu, the doors of Aiea Bowl swing open to welcome families eager to unwind. Laughter fills the air as bowling balls glide down the lanes, blending with cheerful chatter and the comforting scent of island comfort food drifting from the Alley Restaurant. Tables quickly fill with diners savoring local favorites like […]

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Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council Strengthens Regional Ties at ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council Strengthens Regional Ties at ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025

MHTC’s involvement in ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025 underscores Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening healthcare partnerships in Indonesia, especially across Sumatra, one of our key health travel markets,” said Suriaghandi Suppiah, CEO of MHTC. “Through the Malaysia Healthcare Pavilion, we aim to highlight Malaysia’s medical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and signature hospitality that make us a top choice […]

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