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Myanmar temporarily closes Myawaddy–Mae Sot Friendship Bridge No. 2, stranding over 500 trucks
Eleven Myanmar
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Starting from this morning (August 18), the transport of goods across the Myanmar–Thailand Myawaddy–Mae Sot Friendship Bridge No. (2) has been temporarily suspended on the Myanmar side. “Yes, the bridge has been temporarily closed, but we don’t...
Thailand to allow foreign tourists to convert Crypto to Baht
The Economic Times
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August 18, 2025
Tourism-reliant Thailand will relax restrictions on foreign visitors converting digital-asset holdings into the baht to fund their travel expenses and spending while in the country. The government wants to promote innovation and support the use of...
Indian army searches for missing after deadly Himalayan flood; Torrential rains drench south China; Floods kill 6 in Myanmar border town
TerraDaily
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Indian army searches for missing after deadly Himalayan flood; Torrential rains drench south China; Floods kill 6 in Myanmar border town by AFP Staff Writers New Delhi (AFP) Aug 6, 2025 The Indian army brought in sniffer dogs, drones and heavy...
World : Top News Headlines In Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Aug 18, 2025
Bernama
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August 18, 2025
LAOS 1. TAN CHONG MOTOR LAUNCHES ALL-NEW NISSAN MAGNITE - VIENTIANE TIMES Tan Chong Motor (Lao) Co Ltd has introduced the All-New Nissan Magnite. The compact SUV, featuring advanced technology, excellent fuel efficiency and smart features, is...
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 16, 2025 Evening
MoeMaKa
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August 16, 2025
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 16, 2025 Evening 🚩🚩 1. About 20 junta soldiers killed in Ngape Township battle; weapons seized, says AA August 16 The Arakan Army (AA) announced that in a half-hour battle near Sontaik Village, Ngape Township,...
Foreign Office puts 72 countries on 'do not travel' list with UK tourists warned
Birmingham Live
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August 17, 2025
Of 226 countries or territories with foreign travel advice pages, 72 are currently flagged as having no-go zones due to security issues, health risks and legal differences with the UK. The Foreign Office has placed a string of countries on a "do...
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 16, 2025 Morning
MoeMaKa
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August 16, 2025
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 16, 2025 Morning 🚩🚩 1. Non-CDM education staff en route to election training in Ye arrested on Thanbyuzayat–Ye highway; made to sign pledge, later released to families August 15 Radio NUG The Mon State Federal...
Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Aug 15, 2025 Evening
MoeMaKa
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August 15, 2025
Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Aug 15, 2025 Evening 📌📌 1. “Mandalay Region Interim Political Program” (Draft) Expected to be Ratified in September August 15 It has been learned that the “Mandalay Region Interim Political Program” (Draft) is...
Thais fear Myanmar rare-earth mining is polluting rivers
Nikkei Asia
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August 16, 2025
Environment Chinese-backed projects seen as possible sources of heavy metals in water Chiang Rai province is a border region where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet along the Mekong River. (Photo by Kosuke Inoue) KOSUKE INOUE August 17, 2025 08:51...
UNC urges Manipur Guv to raise FMR, Myanmar border fencing issues with Centre
The Morung Express
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Naga body urges Manipur Guv to raise FMR, Myanmar border fencing issues with Centre (Photo source: Raj Bhavan officials) Imphal, August 16 (IANS): A delegation of the United Naga Council (UNC), an apex body of Naga community in Manipur, on...
This Underrated Country Is Becoming One of Asia’s Best Outdoor Destinations—and It Has One of the Region’s Most Popular Hiking Trails
AOL
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Abhinavformula1/Shutterstock Hiking in the Bukit Gasing Forest Reserve.Key Points The Bukit Gasing Circular in Malaysia was recently named the best hiking trail in Southeast Asia in a new study. The 2.4-mile loop in Bukit Gasing Forest Reserve has...
Naga Body Urges Manipur Guv To Raise FMR, Myanmar Border Fencing Issues With Centre
MENAFN
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Imphal, Aug 16 (IANS) A delegation of the United Naga Council (UNC), an apex body of Naga community in Manipur, on Saturday held a meeting with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and discussed the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and border...
Myanmar: A Country Without Youth
The Irrawaddy
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August 15, 2025
Turmoil since the military coup in 2021 has drained Myanmar of its youth. Armed conflict, loss of job opportunities, human rights abuses, forced conscription, insecurity, and mismanagement have driven masses of young people abroad, robbing the...
From warzones to tropical islands: Meet the 19-year-old solo traveller who has visited 118 nations
Euronews
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August 16, 2025
Solo travel has been on the rise for the last few years, boosted by Gen Z and millennials, leading to younger and younger travellers breaking world records. Arjun Malaviya, a 19-year-old from Westlake Village, California, has already been to 118...
Pope dives into Rohingya crisis upon arrival in Myanmar
Samoa Observer
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YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Pope Francis opened a diplomatically fraught trip to Myanmar and Bangladesh on Monday by immediately diving into the crisis over Myanmar's crackdown on Rohingya Muslims: He met with the country's military chief, even before...
World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Aug 16, 2025
Bernama
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August 16, 2025
CAMBODIA 1. ASEAN OBSERVERS END BORDER SECURITY INSPECTION -- FRESH NEWS The Ministry of National Defence said that the ASEAN Interim Observation Team completed its two-day mission to assess security along the Cambodia-Thailand border. The...
Hit the road in Thailand and you’ll be surprised at things many tourists miss
Pattaya Mail
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August 15, 2025
Take the kids, your significant other and the whole family on a trip of endless discovery on wheels. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand, a land of vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and delectable cuisine, is becoming an increasingly popular...
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 14, 2025 Morning
MoeMaKa
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August 14, 2025
Myanmar Military News Updates – Aug 14, 2025 Morning 🚩🚩 1. NUG Military Tribunal Chair: Establishing the Federal Army requires strict adherence to military law, with no one above the law The Chair of the National Unity Government (NUG) Military...
Employees at this longtime Newport News travel agency have over 300 years of experience combined
The Virginian-Pilot
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August 15, 2025
When a travel agent has lost count of how many journeys they’ve taken, that’s when you know you’re dealing with a true expert. And such agents at Warwick Travel in Newport News are celebrating 50 years of the business crafting unforgettable trips...
Prince William and Kate Middleton interrupt their vacation to deliver a moving message
MARCA
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August 15, 2025
Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales, briefly interrupted their summer vacation on August 15 to share a heartfelt message commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, the official end of World War II. The couple...