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Thailand Loses $14 Billion a Year to Corruption, Watchdog Says
Terry Felix​​   6 hours ago​   1mn Read

Thailand Loses $14 Billion a Year to Corruption, Watchdog Says

BANGKOK, March 25, 2026 — Thailand loses an estimated 500 billion baht ($14 billion) annually to corruption in the public sector, an anti-corruption group said, warning of deep economic and social consequences. The Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand said the losses stem from multiple forms of misconduct, including procurement kickbacks, misuse

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Cambodian Military Rejects Allegations of Strategic Encroachment

Cambodian Military Rejects Allegations of Strategic Encroachment

Terry Felix​​   11 hours ago​   1mn Read

PHNOM PENH, March 25, 2026 — Cambodia’s military has rejected remarks by a former Thai army commander suggesting Phnom Penh could deploy troops to quietly occupy areas along the disputed border, stressing its commitment to restraint and peaceful relations. Brigadier General Nit Narong, deputy chief of staff of Cambodia’s Military

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U.S. Postpones Iran Strikes for Five Days as Talk Progress

U.S. Postpones Iran Strikes for Five Days as Talk Progress

Terry Felix​​   Monday 23 March 2026​   1mn Read

WASHINGTON, March 23, 2026 — U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States has postponed planned military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure for five days, citing “productive” talks with Iran aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East. In a statement posted on social media, Trump said Washington and Tehran

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Thailand Loses $14 Billion a Year to Corruption, Watchdog Says

Thailand Loses $14 Billion a Year to Corruption, Watchdog Says

Terry Felix​​   6 hours ago​   1mn Read

BANGKOK, March 25, 2026 — Thailand loses an estimated 500 billion baht ($14 billion) annually to corruption in the public sector, an anti-corruption group said, warning of deep economic and social consequences. The Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand said the losses stem from multiple forms of misconduct, including procurement kickbacks, misuse

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Between Peace and War: Diverging Political Directions of Cambodia and Thailand in an Era of Global Uncertainty

Between Peace and War: Diverging Political Directions of Cambodia and Thailand in an Era of Global Uncertainty

Terry Felix​​   Friday 20 March 2026​   3mn Read

In today’s global context—marked by uncertainty and intensifying power competition—Cambodia and Thailand are clearly demonstrating contrasting political and strategic directions. While Cambodia is actively promoting its image as a peaceful nation through the organization of major cultural events such as “Nokor Sankran,” Thailand, on the other hand, has been observed

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Is Netanyahu dead?

Is Netanyahu dead?

Terry Felix​​   Wednesday 18 March 2026​   5mn Read

Misinformation often spreads faster than the truth, experts said, with political falsehoods among the fastest categories. SINGAPORE, March 18, 2026 — After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu filmed an address to the Israeli people and posted it online on Mar 13, many netizens claimed they spotted a sixth finger on

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NBC Says Banking System ‘Strong’ After Temporary Withdrawal Limits Raise Concerns

NBC Says Banking System ‘Strong’ After Temporary Withdrawal Limits Raise Concerns

Terry Felix​​   Tuesday 17 March 2026​   1mn Read

PHNOM PENH, March 17, 2026 — Cambodia’s central bank on Monday urged depositors to remain calm after concerns over withdrawal limits at a local lender triggered widespread discussion online. The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) issued the appeal after APD Bank temporarily capped outgoing transfers at $300 per day per

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