Travel Crisis in the Clouds: Bangkok Floods Expose Operational Fragility at Thai Airways September 30, 2026 Iffa Jayyana JAKARTA – The recent deluge that paralyzed Bangkok between September 24 and September 25, 2026, has evolved from a natural disaster into a corporate crisis for Thailand’s national carrier, Thai…
Travel Thailand’s Tourism Ambitions Face Uncertain Waters: Bangkok Floods Threaten Golden Week Recovery September 30, 2026 Suro Senen BANGKOK – Thailand’s tourism sector, a vital engine for the nation’s economy, is currently navigating a precarious balancing act. As the government gears up for the much-anticipated "Golden Week" holiday—a…
Travel Bangkok’s Infrastructure Under Siege: Suvarnabhumi Airport Struggles Amidst Historic Flooding September 28, 2026 Asep Darmawan BANGKOK – The vibrant heartbeat of Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, has been brought to a standstill as catastrophic flooding inundates major thoroughfares, paralyzing transport networks and casting a shadow over the…
Politics DPD RI Ethics Committee to Probe Senator Arya Wedakarna Over Attendance at Transgender Pageant in Bangkok September 5, 2026 Basiran JAKARTA – The Badan Kehormatan (BK) or the Ethics Committee of the Regional Representative Council of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI) has officially announced its intention to summon Balinese…
Food and Cooking From Nightlife Excess to Public Humiliation: The Disturbing Case of the "Bar Tab Debt" in Bangkok August 31, 2026 Sagoh BANGKOK – A bizarre and deeply troubling incident has gripped the public consciousness in Thailand, igniting a fierce debate over the boundaries of debt collection, personal rights, and the ethics…
Travel TransNusa Expands Regional Footprint: Strategic Optimism Drives New Jakarta-Bangkok Route Success August 8, 2026 Neng Nana JAKARTA – In a bold move to solidify its position within the competitive Southeast Asian aviation landscape, Indonesian low-cost carrier TransNusa has officially inaugurated its latest international service connecting Jakarta,…
Travel Security Breach and Racial Slur Allegations Rock Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport August 6, 2026 Asro BANGKOK – A routine international departure at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport descended into chaos and controversy last week, as a security incident involving a high-profile Chinese celebrity escalated into a diplomatic…
Food and Cooking The Flavor of Bangkok in Jakarta: A Culinary Guide to the Best Thai Dining in the Setiabudi District July 31, 2026 Nila Kartika Wati The Setiabudi district in South Jakarta has long been established as a vibrant nexus for business, lifestyle, and, most importantly, gastronomy. As the city’s appetite for international flavors grows, the…
