Thailand launches ambitious plan to slash sugar in popular drinks
Thailand is intensifying efforts to curb the country’s alarmingly high sugar intake by pushing through a major reform of how sweetened beverages are served,...
Deadly virus outbreak in Thailand kills 72 captive tigers
A rapid and devastating virus outbreak has claimed the lives of at least 72 captive tigers housed in wildlife tourist parks in northern Thailand,...
China reclaims top spot as Germany’s leading trading partner
China has overtaken the United States to become Germany’s most significant trading partner, marking a notable realignment in international commerce as global economic power...
Concerns grow over safety of international students worldwide
As alarming episodes involving international students across the globe continue to make headlines, questions are mounting about whether current safety systems are adequate to...
Canada sees sharp decline in international study permits in 2025
Canada experienced a significant reduction in the number of study permits issued to international students in 2025, with data showing a roughly 25 per...
Climate crisis threatens global coffee production
A new scientific analysis reveals that the world’s major coffee-producing countries are increasingly becoming inhospitable to the crops that supply billions of cups of...
Europe faces escalating climate catastrophes amid growing denial
A sweeping examination of the worsening climate situation across Europe reveals a continent increasingly battered by extreme weather events and political inertia, even as...
Thai police employ lion dance disguise to apprehend serial burglar
In an unusual blending of traditional cultural celebration and police tactics, authorities in Thailand deployed officers disguised as lion dance performers to capture a...
UK restaurants shift gears as demand for plant-based dishes softens
In a notable shift in the country’s dining landscape, many UK restaurants and major food chains are scaling back the expansion of vegetarian and...