With summer around the corner, soaring prices and other complications from the war with Iran are straining the tourism-dependent economies of countries in Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Vietnam. The region’s peak tourist summer season is at risk as elevated jet fuel costs, coupled with ceasefire uncertainties, prompt flight cancellations and higher ticket prices. Tourism in Asia has yet to fully

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo has filed a bill seeking to waive board and bar exam fees for indigent Filipinos. In filing Senate Bill No. 2035, or the “Free Professional Examinations Act,” Tulfo said the measure aims to to make professional licensure more accessible and expand opportunities for indigent Filipinos. “It is a reality

MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Sunday said the possible subpoena against Nancy dela Rosa, wife of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, is unrelated to efforts to locate the senator. NBI Director Melvin Matibag issued the statement after Sen. Panfilo Lacson urged the agency not to proceed with issuing the summons,

Police and district officials detained 51 youths and seized 38 modified motorcycles during a Roi Et street racing crackdown overnight from May 29 to May 30, after residents complained about noisy bikes. The operation took place between 11.30pm and 2.30am on Highway 215. Officers checked areas in Nong Kaeo and Khaen Yai subdistricts, Mueang Roi …

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Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva has expressed confidence that Bangkok voters currently backing incumbent Chadchart Sittipunt can still be persuaded to support Democrat gubernatorial candidate Anucha Burapachaisri and the party’s council candidates ahead of the June 28 election. Abhisit was responding to a King Prajadhipok’s Institute (KPI) poll showing many Democrat supporters leaning towards Chadchart, …

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Curry Barker’s Obsession delivers one of 2026’s most unsettling horror endings. Here’s a breakdown of Bear’s final decision, Nikki’s fate, and the meaning behind the One Wish Willow curse.

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuana skateboarding Olympian and 2018 Asian Games gold medalist Margielyn Didal has shared her longtime dream of building a charitable program aimed at supporting young skateboarders in Cebu and beyond. Didal was in Cebu on Sunday, May 31, for the Xponential Tour at the Talisay City Skatepark, where she served as

Gazini Ganados proudly showcased her Filipino and Palestinian heritage in the couture gown she wore on the Miss Grand International All Stars 2026 stage.

Coco Martin and Julia Montes showed their sweetness Kapamilya primetime action king Coco Martin talked about his endearment with his longtime girlfriend, actress Julia Montes. Coco and Julia have been together for more than a decade already and they just confirmed their relationship a few years ago. Despite not speaking about this for a long ... Read more

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Thailand moved to strengthen defence ties with the United States and France during separate talks at the 23rd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29. Thai Defence Minister Adul Boonthamcharoen met US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to discuss regional security and paths to strengthen defence ties between Thailand and the US. Adul said Thailand …

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