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Astrologer predicts Thailand’s next prime minister for 2026 Election Astrological prediction becomes especially compelling when applied to unprecedented political situations, particularly when forecasts must be made before an actual term of office b... [1]

In the latest episode of Nikkei Asia News Roundup, hosts Jada Nagumo and Brian Chapman discuss major developments in the recent Japan-China spat, and ex-Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte facing the opening arguments of ICC court's claims against h... [2]

Police called after Japanese man disrupts Udon Thani temple A Japanese man startled monks at a Udon Thani temple yesterday, December 25, after bursting in and asking to be cleansed of his sins, causing police to intervene. [3]

FinanceBank of Ayudhya's turnaround by MUFG boosts Thailand's EV economy Thai lender now forms a core part of the Japanese megabank's overseas business Since 2013, when Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) acquired over 70% of the Bank of Ayudhya's ... [4]

ObituariesAnanda Krishnan, a Mahathir ally who shaped Malaysia's corporate world 'Entrepreneur at heart' leaves legacy of business success in Southeast Asian nation Malaysian billionaire Ananda Krishnan, pictured in 2012 when he attended the Allen & ... [5]

KUALA LUMPUR -- The depth of modern currency markets means a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis is less likely, according to one of the political leaders who had to deal with its fallout. [6]

JAKARTA -- As Jakarta's first Christian governor of Chinese descent, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama became a powerful symbol of tolerance in the world's most populous majority-Muslim country. [7]

Dawn was breaking when I reached the neighborhood of Wat Xieng Thong, one of the most significant Buddhist temples in the historic town of Luang Prabang, in northern Laos. [8]

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[1] TH thethaiger.com · 2026-01-31 · 85% match

Astrologer predicts Thailand’s next prime minister for 2026 Election

Astrologer predicts Thailand’s next prime minister for 2026 Election Astrological prediction becomes especially compelling when applied to unprecedented political situations, particularly when forecasts must be made before an actual term of office b

[2] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-02-27 · 36% match

Japan-China crisis and ex-Philippine leader faces ICC over drug war

In the latest episode of Nikkei Asia News Roundup, hosts Jada Nagumo and Brian Chapman discuss major developments in the recent Japan-China spat, and ex-Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte facing the opening arguments of ICC court's claims against h

[3] TH thethaiger.com · 2025-12-26 · 37% match

Police called after Japanese man disrupts Udon Thani temple

Police called after Japanese man disrupts Udon Thani temple A Japanese man startled monks at a Udon Thani temple yesterday, December 25, after bursting in and asking to be cleansed of his sins, causing police to intervene.

[4] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2023-12-29 · 37% match

Bank of Ayudhya's turnaround by MUFG boosts Thailand's EV economy

FinanceBank of Ayudhya's turnaround by MUFG boosts Thailand's EV economy Thai lender now forms a core part of the Japanese megabank's overseas business Since 2013, when Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) acquired over 70% of the Bank of Ayudhya's

[5] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2024-11-29 · 36% match

Ananda Krishnan, a Mahathir ally who shaped Malaysia's corporate world

ObituariesAnanda Krishnan, a Mahathir ally who shaped Malaysia's corporate world 'Entrepreneur at heart' leaves legacy of business success in Southeast Asian nation Malaysian billionaire Ananda Krishnan, pictured in 2012 when he attended the Allen &

[6] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2022-07-04 · 36% match

Mahathir: Deeper currency markets have cut risk of Asian financial crisis repeat

KUALA LUMPUR -- The depth of modern currency markets means a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis is less likely, according to one of the political leaders who had to deal with its fallout.

[7] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2020-06-12 · 35% match

Rage fuels Pertamina's Ahok, Indonesia's most talked about Christian

JAKARTA -- As Jakarta's first Christian governor of Chinese descent, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama became a powerful symbol of tolerance in the world's most populous majority-Muslim country.

[8] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2024-02-28 · 35% match

Time for tourists in Asia to stop behaving badly

Dawn was breaking when I reached the neighborhood of Wat Xieng Thong, one of the most significant Buddhist temples in the historic town of Luang Prabang, in northern Laos.

[9] TH bangkokpost.com · 2023-07-03 · 35% match

Ex-PM Abhisit slams casino bill

Former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has issued a strong rebuke of the government’s plan to establish integrated entertainment complexes with a casino, warning they will not solve illegal gambling and may damage Thailand’s tourism image.

[10] MM eng.mizzima.com · 2025-03-18 · 34% match

Japanese national arrested in Karen State crackdown on illegal online gambling

Mizzima By Han Htoo Zaw The Karen State Border Guard Force (BGF) formed a unit on 12 February to crack down on online gambling operations in Myawaddy Township, near the Thai-Myanmar border.

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