A Lebanon man is on the hook for 80,000 gallons of water. It’s a huge bill, and he says the city is taking advantage of him, so he came to us for help. “Every time I think about it in my head I’m just ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam’s real estate market poised for growth in 2025: expert
Vietnam’s real estate market is set for a promising 2025, driven by low interest rates, rising investor confidence, and a shift in capital flow from the North to the South, said Vo Hong Thang, ... ( read original story ...)
Economist: Trump Oil Policy may Harm Iraq, Devalue Iraqi Dinar
By John Lee. A leading Iraqi economist has predicted that US President Donald Trump's pressure to reduce oil prices will harm the Iraqi economy, and could lead to a devaluation of the Iraqi dinar. In ...
Singapore oil firm urged to quit war-torn Myanmar
Interra Resources’ majority stake in Goldpetrol makes the firm 'complicit' in the Myanmar junta’s alleged war crimes, says activist group ...
Thailand’s rice exports hit six-year high last year
Thailand exported 9.95 million tonnes of rice in 2024, increasing 13% from the previous year, and the highest number in six years, the Commerce Ministry reported on Tuesday. The value of exported rice ...
The White Lotus Is Already Driving a Travel Boom in Thailand
It’s not just Four Seasons resorts that are expecting an influx of visitors inspired by the HBO smash hit—tourism officials are predicting 20% growth.
Thai Airways’ A320 business class: Luxury or letdown?
Thai Airways is stepping up its game, rolling out regional business class on its single-aisle Airbus A320 jets.
Vietnam can be global hot spot in 2025
After a stellar year in terms of traveller numbers and new products, industry leaders wish to capitalise on the forward momentum. Hoteliers spoke to VIR’s Hoang Dan about their optimism for the sector ...
Philippine Construction Maverick Saavedra Sees $517 Million Sales From Residential Condo Project
PH1 World Developers—the housing arm of tycoon Edgar Saavedra’s Megawide Corp.—expects to generat sales of $517 million over the next decade from its residential condominium project in Pasig City, ...
Japan’s SMFG records 54% jump in third quarter profit
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group , Japan's second-largest banking group, on Wednesday reported a 54% increase in net profit as continued growth in corporate action by Japanese companies boosted loan ...