Malaysian leader tries to nudge warring sides back to table
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says he has spoken to the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia, who expressed openness to continue negotiations amid fierce fighting between the two countries.

Thailand can cope with Cambodia’s long-range rockets, says army
The Thai armed forces are prepared to cope with Cambodia’s long-range rockets and the public should not be concerned, according to the spokesman for the Royal Thai Army.

Tris trims Thailand growth forecast for 2026
Thailand’s economic outlook for 2026 is becoming increasingly challenging as external headwinds and domestic uncertainties continue to weigh on growth momentum, according to Tris Rating.

Egypt switches off Liverpool after Salah drama
CAIRO - At a cafe in a bustling Cairo neighbourhood, Liverpool games once drew wall-to-wall crowds, but with Mohamed Salah off the pitch, his Egyptian fans would now rather play cards or quietly doomscroll than watch the Reds play.

Remains of last Thai hostage in Gaza repatriated
The body of the last Thai national held hostage in Gaza since the Oct 7, 2023 attack on Israel was returned home on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

Night curfew in Sa Kaeo as border war continues
SA KAEO - The Burapha Task Force invoked martial law on Wednesday and declared a 7pm-5am curfew in four districts of this eastern province, as border fighting continued between Thai and Cambodian troops. 

Border strife forces closure of 10 Thai hospitals
About 50 Cambodian rockets struck Thai civilian areas bordering Cambodia and forced the closure of about 190 local health facilities, Thai army and public health officials said on Wednesday.

Hundreds of Chinese detainees riot in Tak
TAK - Security officials were checking for possible escapees after more than 300 Chinese being held in a detention zone in Mae Sot district, bordering Myanmar, rioted on Tuesday night.

Stocks in retreat as traders eye Fed decision, tech earnings
HONG KONG - Most stock markets fell on Wednesday following a tepid day on Wall Street as investors bided their time ahead of a highly anticipated US Federal Reserve policy announcement later in the day.

US seeks to expand social media checks for visa approval
The United States is proposing that foreign visitors provide their social media history over the last five years to enter the country, including those from Australia, Germany, Japan and the UK who can now enter without a visa.