January 21, 2026

Thai Rice Exports Surpass 2025 Target, Reaching 7.9 Million Tons

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce announced that rice exports for 2025 have exceeded expectations, reaching 7.9 million tons with a value of 148 billion baht. This achievement surpasses the forecasted target of 7.5 million tons, largely due to increas…

Panic Grips Bangkok as Call Center Scams Surge

Bangkok: Panic has spread among Bangkok residents, with reports indicating that 40% are afraid to answer calls from unknown numbers due to rampant scam operations impersonating government agencies. These scams are increasingly sophisticated, leveragin…

Japan Prepares for Departure of Last Giant Pandas to China

Tokyo: The last two giant pandas in Japan, “Xiao Xiao” and “Lei Lei,” are set to make their journey back to China on January 27th. These twin pandas, currently residing at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, mark the end of an era for Japan, as the country will have n…