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The Philippines Is Buying More Thai Rice—But the Real Reason Bangkok Is Chasing Manila’s Orders Goes Far Beyond Prices

The Philippines Is Buying More Thai Rice—But the Real Reason Bangkok Is Chasing Manila’s Orders Goes Far Beyond Prices

MANILA/BANGKOK — The Philippines is becoming an increasingly important market for Thai rice as concerns over food security, El Niño and tightening regional supplies push Manila to keep its import channels open — even as Vietnam remains its dominant supplier. Thailand has been actively courting Philippine buyers in 2026 as Bangkok

You Can Buy a Thailand Condo for a Fraction of Singapore Prices — But One Detail Could Turn the Cheapest Deal Into the Biggest Headache

You Can Buy a Thailand Condo for a Fraction of Singapore Prices — But One Detail Could Turn the Cheapest Deal Into the Biggest Headache

Thinking of buying property in Thailand? Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Hua Hin offer very different prices, rental prospects and resale risks. Here’s what foreign buyers need to know in 2026. For Singaporeans looking at Thailand as a retirement base, second home or property investment, the first temptation may be

THAILAND ON ALERT: 51 Attacks Rock the Deep South as Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani Face a Night of Fire and Explosions — What Happens Next?

THAILAND ON ALERT: 51 Attacks Rock the Deep South as Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani Face a Night of Fire and Explosions — What Happens Next?

BANGKOK — Thailand’s troubled southern border was hit by a wave of coordinated-looking disturbances Saturday night, with fires, explosions, attacks on infrastructure and other incidents reported across Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani. The scale of the violence initially appeared smaller before authorities expanded and verified the number of incidents. Thai

Ogilvy Thailand Has a New Leader—But What Comes Next Could Change Everything

Ogilvy Thailand Has a New Leader—But What Comes Next Could Change Everything

BANGKOK — A new chapter is beginning at Ogilvy Thailand. The agency has appointed Mettipapan Tongton as Ogilvy Lead, succeeding longtime Chief Executive Officer Jiravara Virayavardhana, who is retiring after more than 31 years with the company. The leadership transition, effective in August 2026, comes at a pivotal moment for both

NIGHT OF FIRE IN THAILAND: 51 Incidents Rock Narathiwat, Yala and Pattani — What Security Forces Fear Could Come Next

NIGHT OF FIRE IN THAILAND: 51 Incidents Rock Narathiwat, Yala and Pattani — What Security Forces Fear Could Come Next

NARATHIWAT, Thailand — Thailand’s southern border region was hit by a sweeping wave of violence Saturday night, with authorities reporting 51 separate incidents involving explosions, arson and other acts of sabotage across Narathiwat, Yala and Pattani. The incidents began at around 8 p.m. on August 22, according to Thailand’

Teenagers Keep Getting Their Hands on Guns Across Southeast Asia—And the Biggest Loophole May Be Inside Their Own Homes

Teenagers Keep Getting Their Hands on Guns Across Southeast Asia—And the Biggest Loophole May Be Inside Their Own Homes

Recent attacks in Thailand and the Philippines have put that question at the center of a widening regional debate—not simply about gun laws, but about what happens to firearms after they are legally purchased or issued. The emerging pattern is particularly troubling because several of the weapons involved were

GMMTV STARS HAVE ARRIVED IN MANILA — BUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THEY FINALLY FACE STAR MAGIC ON THE COURT?

GMMTV STARS HAVE ARRIVED IN MANILA — BUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THEY FINALLY FACE STAR MAGIC ON THE COURT?

MANILA, Philippines — The much-anticipated Philippine–Thailand celebrity showdown is officially getting closer as stars from GMMTV have arrived in Manila ahead of the Star Magic All-Star Games 2026 on Sunday, August 23. The arrival of the Thai actors on Saturday, August 22, adds another layer of excitement to

Marco Gumabao Crushes His HYROX Personal Record in Bangkok—But His Next Goal Is Even More Ambitious

Marco Gumabao Crushes His HYROX Personal Record in Bangkok—But His Next Goal Is Even More Ambitious

Marco Gumabao gave himself quite a birthday present. The actor and fitness enthusiast has achieved a major milestone at HYROX Bangkok 2026, clocking a new personal best of 1 hour and 13 minutes—seven minutes faster than his previous 1:20 mark. And despite the breakthrough performance, Gumabao says he

FROM CYBERCRIME TO MUAY THAI: Filipino Cybercop Wins 2 Medals in Thailand—But Here’s What Makes His Victory Remarkable

FROM CYBERCRIME TO MUAY THAI: Filipino Cybercop Wins 2 Medals in Thailand—But Here’s What Makes His Victory Remarkable

MANILA, Philippines — A Philippine National Police officer known for fighting cybercrime has shown he can also hold his own in the ring, winning two medals at an international Muay Thai competition in Thailand, according to a report published by Manila Standard on Aug. 22, 2026. The achievement adds an unusual

Teenagers Keep Getting Guns in Southeast Asia—But the Latest School Shootings Reveal Where the Biggest Security Gap May Really Be

Teenagers Keep Getting Guns in Southeast Asia—But the Latest School Shootings Reveal Where the Biggest Security Gap May Really Be

Two deadly school attacks in Thailand and the Philippines have forced governments to confront an uncomfortable question: If minors are not supposed to have firearms, why are teenagers still able to get them? A pair of shocking school shootings just days apart has put gun access among Southeast Asian teenagers

Thailand Welcomes Myanmar’s New Military Chief Just Weeks After Min Aung Hlaing—But Bangkok’s Next Move Could Reshape ASEAN’s Myanmar Policy

Thailand Welcomes Myanmar’s New Military Chief Just Weeks After Min Aung Hlaing—But Bangkok’s Next Move Could Reshape ASEAN’s Myanmar Policy

BANGKOK — Thailand is accelerating its engagement with Myanmar’s military establishment, hosting newly appointed armed forces chief Gen. Ye Win Oo in Bangkok just weeks after President Min Aung Hlaing received an official welcome from the Thai government. Ye Win Oo is in Thailand from August 19 to 21, 2026

Your Matte Foundation May Not Be the Problem—This Thai Makeup Artist Says the Real Fix Starts Before You Apply It

Your Matte Foundation May Not Be the Problem—This Thai Makeup Artist Says the Real Fix Starts Before You Apply It

Matte foundation has a reputation for being unforgiving: apply too much and it can look heavy, skip skin preparation and it may cling to dry patches, while too much powder can leave the complexion looking flat. But according to NARS Thailand makeup artist Suphachat “Tee” Thawisin, achieving a polished matte