Section
World
Woman, 22, Killed in Buriram Hit-and-Run; Abandoned Car Found at Temple Linked to Monk
A 22-year-old woman died after a speeding sedan struck her while she collected rice drying by a road in Buriram province. The car was later found abandoned at a temple, where residents suspect a monk who regularly drove it may have been behind the wheel.
About 200 Cruise Passengers Left Stranded in Cambodia as Ship Halts Service
Around 200 residents of a luxury residential cruise ship must leave Cambodia after its operator paused voyages, citing soaring fuel costs linked to the war involving Iran. The company says it is exploring restructuring options over the next 60 days.
Thailand Slips to 80th in Global Rule of Law Index 2026
Thailand has dropped three places to 80th in the World Justice Project's Rule of Law Index 2026, while Singapore leads Southeast Asia. The report also finds that declines outnumber improvements worldwide for a ninth straight year.