Some candidates are in cities to meet voters who left due to the chill while others have yet to reach high-altitude areas.

BANGKOK – The Finance Ministry has revised down its outlook for Thailand’s economy in 2025 to 2.2% growth from the previous forecast of 2.4%, after the third quarter underperformed.

Crisil Ratings, however, expects limited impact on profitability and credit profiles, supported by strong margins, robust liquidity, and negligible debt levels.

In a joint statement on Jan 27, the Ministry of Health and Singapore Medical Council said the newly approved schools will help Singapore better meet the growing demand for doctors amid an ageing ...

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, one of the state’s most influential and seasoned political leaders, died in a tragic plane crash on Wednesday morning while landing at Baramati airport.

The fire, spanning 99 hectares, is difficult to extinguish due to underground smouldering, dry weather, and strong winds, with 52% reportedly under control.

Lt Gen Kanok Netrawatthanasena said recent activity—particularly the digging of trenches and the construction of bunkers—suggests an effort to build stronger fortified positions.

The writer says: "The exclusion of women from electoral politics is often explained away as culture, conservatism, or lack of 'electability.'" ...

As the Philippines moves closer to upper-middle-income country status, national economic gains are still not trickling down to the poorer segments of society.

They thought their best years were behind them. But former school teachers in their 70s made it to the international stage — and rewrote their future.

The research team said the breakthrough strengthens the nation’s forecasting accuracy and transforms early warning systems for vulnerable communities across Asia, providing more time for emergency ...

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The Brunei Darussalam Para contingent returned home yesterday to a hero’s welcome after an impressive showing at the 13th ASEAN Para Games 2025 in Thailand, where they secured a ...