US and China agree to lower tariff levels and 90-day pause
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025
The United States and China have agreed a deal to temporarily slash reciprocal tariffs as the world's two biggest economies seek to end a damaging trade war that has stoked fears of recession and set financial markets on edge.
Thailand sets new rules to protect air passengers' rights
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025
Thailand’s Civil Aviation Board has issued new rules enhancing protections for international flight passengers in cases of delays or cancellations, effective May 20.
Five minor earthquakes detected near Thailand’s border on Monday
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025
Five mild earthquakes with epicentres in Myanmar, close to Thailand’s Mae Hong Son province, were reported on Monday morning, according to the Earthquake Observation Centre.
Thai setter Pornpun Guedpard led Orlando Valkyries to their first US pro league title, earning Finals MVP with 37 assists and 12 digs in a historic 3-1 win.
BMA monitors factory fire as blaze continues into second day
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is closely monitoring a fire at a furniture factory in Lad Krabang district, aiming to contain it by midday today.