The finance minister stated on Monday that the key interest rate should remain low in order to underpin recovery in the economy of Thailand, which could grow by 3.0%-3.5% this year, which is less than an earlier forecast due to the rising cost of oil brought on by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, who was interviewed by …

According to the US Geological Survey, an earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of Indonesia late on Tuesday (August 23). The tremor caused many to escape their houses, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The shallow earthquake took place in the waters off the southern shore of Sumatra island at approximately …

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong stated on Sunday (August 21) at the National Day Rally that the period of extremely competitive prices and enthusiasm for globalization has come to an end as a result of “fundamental changes” in the conditions of the international economy. He made this statement. He stated that although Singapore has little impact over global inflation, it …

The decision of the Federal Court to preserve former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s conviction in the case relating to 1MDB has been hailed as a win for Malaysians in their fight against corruption by the country’s opposition leaders. “This proves that the people have power, and they made the decision in 2018 to ensure an independent judiciary that (can) cleanse …

It has been decided that the Manila Jockey Club (MJC), which is one of the oldest horse racing clubs in Asia, will not renew its franchise and will instead cease all horse racing operations. MJC disclosed to the Philippine Stock Exchange on August 24 that its board of directors had made the decision not to pursue an application for its …

This week, a legal struggle that might result in the ouster of embattled Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is set to be heard by the nation’s constitutional court, posing a new threat to the country’s political stability only months before general elections. The former general has managed to hold onto office despite significant anti-government demonstrations in 2020, a brutal pandemic, …

On Monday, August 22, HBO released a sneak glimpse of the eagerly awaited The Last of Us TV adaptation. Former Game of Thrones cast members Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey played Joel and Ellie, a couple attempting to live in a post-apocalyptic world ruled by evil mutant zombies. Naughty Dog and Sony Computer Entertainment first released The Last of Us …

This week, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv banned public celebrations commemorating the country’s independence from Soviet rule, citing a heightened threat of Russian attack in a war that the United Nations said on Monday (August 22) has killed nearly 5,600 civilians, including a large number of children. The ban was based on the fact that Russia is currently involved in …

Loh Kean Yew, the reigning badminton world champion, started his defense of his championship on Monday (August 22) with an easy victory over Pablo Abian, a player from Spain. In just 29 minutes, the Singaporean won 21-12 and 21-12 against the 58th-ranked player in the world Abian to advance to the second round of the BWF World Championships. The competition …

The Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte hailed the first day of traditional classroom instruction, which took place on Monday, August 22, as a “success,” despite the severe lack of available classroom space. The Vice President stressed that the COVID-19 pandemic “should not be a reason to keep pupils from schools” when speaking at the National School Opening Day …