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Riverside restaurant where customers stand every time there are waves: Videos have gone viral on social media of customers sitting on drenched chairs ...
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Riverside restaurant where customers stand every time there are waves
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Riverside restaurant makes waves in Thailand as flood dining goes viral: The eatery has stayed open for customers who are revelling in shin-deep dining. ...
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Riverside restaurant makes waves in Thailand as flood dining goes viral
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Riverside restaurant where customers stand every time there are waves: Videos have gone viral on social media of customers sitting on drenched chairs ...
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Riverside restaurant where customers stand every time there are waves
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Riverside restaurant makes waves in Thailand as flood dining goes viral: The eatery has stayed open for customers who are revelling in shin-deep dining. ...
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Riverside restaurant makes waves in Thailand as flood dining goes viral
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Baltimore ship passed two inspections in 2023: Singapore port authority - Americas - The Jakarta Post
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Baltimore ship passed two inspections in 2023: Singapore port authority - ...
Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
  • A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.

  • Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
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LGBTQ rights: Thailand's lower house votes for marriage for all: The law now needs to be passed by the Senate and signed by the King. Thailand would be the first ...
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LGBTQ rights: Thailand's lower house votes for marriage for all
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EV makers offer deep discounts as Thai auto market weakens: BANGKOK -- Signs of economic weakness in Thailand hang over Bangkok's biannual motor show ...
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EV makers offer deep discounts as Thai auto market weakens
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Over $300k a year per household? Aussie man details how much an expat family needs to earn to live in Singapore
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Over $300k a year per household? Aussie man details how much an expat ...
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Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
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Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
  • For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.

  • The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.

  • This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.

  • Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
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The U.S. Government Defended the Overseas Business Interests of Baby Formula Makers. Kids Paid the Price.
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The U.S. Government Defended the Overseas Business Interests of Baby ...
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Bangkok named best city in Asia-Pacific by regional travel mag: BANGKOK: Bangkok was named the best city in Asia Pacific by a leading regional travel and ...
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Bangkok named best city in Asia-Pacific by regional travel mag
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Actor-host Suhaimi Yusof apologises to Ramadan bazaar stall owner after misunderstanding, the two make amends
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Actor-host Suhaimi Yusof apologises to Ramadan bazaar stall owner after ...
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Singapore Prime Office Rents Jump to Highest Since 2008: Office rents in Singapore reached a 15-year high in the first quarter, defying the commercial property ...
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Singapore Prime Office Rents Jump to Highest Since 2008
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Singapore Orders Israeli Embassy to Delete ‘Inappropriate’ Social Post About ‘Palestine’
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Singapore Orders Israeli Embassy to Delete ‘Inappropriate’ Social Post ...
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Firefighters battle early morning blaze for 3 hours in Kranji: There were no reported injuries.
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Firefighters battle early morning blaze for 3 hours in Kranji
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Hong Kong's loss can be Tokyo's gain if it plays its cards right: Benjamin Qiu is a partner with the law firm Elliott Kwok Levine & Jaroslaw in New York ...
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Hong Kong's loss can be Tokyo's gain if it plays its cards right
Quick Glance: Tokyo's Opportunity Amid Hong Kong's Decline
  • As Hong Kong's appeal diminishes, Singapore rises in prominence.

  • Chinese entrepreneurs and investors are relocating to Singapore.

  • Japan has the potential to rival Singapore and Hong Kong.

  • Tokyo must act swiftly to attract investors and establish a foothold.
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China football captain makes retirement U-turn with World Cup hopes in balance: BEIJING: China captain Zhang Linpeng is in line to play in a crucial World Cup ...
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China football captain makes retirement U-turn with World Cup hopes in ...
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Cargo ship operator involved in Baltimore crash has been sued in the past: The claims were tied to worker injuries on other ships owned and operated by the ...
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Cargo ship operator involved in Baltimore crash has been sued in the past
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Goh Meng Seng issued POFMA order over Facebook posts linking Lum Kok Seng with Iswaran and LTA
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Goh Meng Seng issued POFMA order over Facebook posts linking Lum Kok Seng ...
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‘Humiliated’ China captain Zhang quits team over World Cup draw with Singapore: China captain Zhang Linpeng has sensationally quit international football after ...
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‘Humiliated’ China captain Zhang quits team over World Cup draw with ...
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Regardless of Grades: How does the obsession with grades affect parents and children in Singapore?
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Regardless of Grades: How does the obsession with grades affect parents ...
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This small Southeast Asian country has 'engineered' a society that lives to 100 – here's how
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This small Southeast Asian country has 'engineered' a society that lives ...
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Will Corrective Work Orders be more effective if done as a family?: While Corrective Work Order (CWO) is a punishment, it may not act as a deterrent ...
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Will Corrective Work Orders be more effective if done as a family?
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Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Choa Chu Kang on March 24: Before this, the highest temperature of 2024 was 36 deg C, recorded on Sentosa on ...
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Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Choa Chu Kang on March ...
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Myanmar and the Voices of a Revolution: The Myanmar junta's conscription drive has backfired, bolstering the rebels' ranks.
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Myanmar and the Voices of a Revolution
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Japanese musician Kitaro to perform in Singapore in June: His upcoming Sands Theatre show marks his first concert here in seven years.
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Japanese musician Kitaro to perform in Singapore in June
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Bangkok launches Dutch barge to collect garbage from Chao Phraya: BANGKOK: Bangkok’s iconic River of Kings will hopefully look cleaner now that Interceptor 019 ...
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Bangkok launches Dutch barge to collect garbage from Chao Phraya
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Worm Moon to light up Singapore sky: The Worm Moon should be visible at the horizon by 7.30pm if skies are clear. 
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Worm Moon to light up Singapore sky
Quick Glance: Inspiring Students Through Solar Eclipse Simulation
  • An Indianapolis teacher uses a solar eclipse simulation to inspire her students.

  • Students simulate a total solar eclipse and learn about the upcoming event.

  • Insight from an astronomy professor and emphasis on eclipse safety.

  • Efforts to ensure students can safely observe the eclipse during a remote learning day.
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UN Security Council demands immediate Gaza ceasefire for first time as US abstains
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UN Security Council demands immediate Gaza ceasefire for first time as US ...
Quick Glance: UN Demand for Gaza Cease-Fire Sparks US-Israel Clash
  • The UN Security Council demands a Gaza cease-fire, leading the US to abstain, causing tension with Israel.

  • The resolution calls for hostage release without making it a condition for the Ramadan cease-fire.

  • US abstains due to lack of Hamas condemnation, emphasizing the link between cease-fire and hostage release.

  • Concerns raised over resolution's impact on negotiations and importance of a lasting cease-fire are highlighted.
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Tech Latest: Binance CEO stresses new 'compliance focused' culture: Tech Latest by Nikkei Asia brings you the newest updates from Asia's technology industry ...
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Tech Latest: Binance CEO stresses new 'compliance focused' culture
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Sézanne in Tokyo is Asia’s best restaurant 2024: Sezanne in Tokyo under the help of chef Daniel Calvert took the top spot at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 in ...
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Sézanne in Tokyo is Asia’s best restaurant 2024
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Thailand, Philippines embrace nuclear power to cut emissions: BANGKOK/MANILA -- Thailand and the Philippines are charging ahead with plans to start nuclear ...
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Thailand, Philippines embrace nuclear power to cut emissions
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Meet Henry Ng, possibly the last lion head maker in Singapore: Henry Ng has spent a lifetime dedicated to the craft of making lion dance lion heads by hand.
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Meet Henry Ng, possibly the last lion head maker in Singapore
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In Thailand, a house built specially for a surgeon’s family and his 14 dogs: At Dox house, every architectural detail is designed with the happiness and ...
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In Thailand, a house built specially for a surgeon’s family and his 14 ...
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Positive signs early in Ogura's tenure, but much to do for new coach and Lions, say football observers
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Positive signs early in Ogura's tenure, but much to do for new coach and ...
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American expat shares why he chose to relocate to Singapore and 'it's not because of the salary'
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American expat shares why he chose to relocate to Singapore and ...
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Conflict, climate, corruption drive Southeast Asia people trafficking: UN: Latest report comes amid a surge in mostly Muslim Rohingya making dangerous sea ...
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Conflict, climate, corruption drive Southeast Asia people trafficking: UN
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Thailand Eyes $15 Billion in Investment After PM’s Global Pitch: Thailand said it expects to garner at least $15 billion in foreign direct investment in the next ...
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Thailand Eyes $15 Billion in Investment After PM’s Global Pitch
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A new Japanese restaurant tops 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' list: Tokyo's Sézanne topped this year's list, which included restaurants in 19 cities across the ...
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A new Japanese restaurant tops 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' list
Quick Glance: Innovative restaurant leads 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia'
  • The prestigious Sézanne in Tokyo is crowned the winner of the 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia 2024'.

  • In addition to the nine Japanese restaurants on the list, restaurants from the small city-state of Singapore also made the cut.

  • With 11 restaurants on the list, China leads ahead of Singapore, with six in Hong Kong, four in Shanghai, and one in Macao recognized.

  • The restaurants on the top 50 list are spread across 19 cities in Asia.
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Why is it so hard for bike-sharing companies to survive in Singapore?: With SG Bike's impending exit from the market, only two operators are left in Singapore - ...
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Why is it so hard for bike-sharing companies to survive in Singapore?
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Man charged with selling illegal streaming devices at Sim Lim Square, infringing copyright of Disney, Netflix
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Man charged with selling illegal streaming devices at Sim Lim Square ...
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Take a look at this funky new airline business-class concept that features a sofa bed instead of a recliner
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Take a look at this funky new airline business-class concept that features ...
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Thousands, some in trance, pay homage to sacred Thai tattoo master: Thousands of devotees, some in a state of trance, gathered at a Buddhist temple on the ...
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Thousands, some in trance, pay homage to sacred Thai tattoo master
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Thailand to host two major music events after Taylor Swift miss: The Southeast Asian country plans to welcome two foreign music festivals, one of them Japanese ...
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Thailand to host two major music events after Taylor Swift miss
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Cordlife probe: Chief financial officer arrested, released on bail: SINGAPORE: Cordlife Chief Financial Officer Thet Hnin Yi has been arrested amid ...
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Cordlife probe: Chief financial officer arrested, released on bail
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Singapore Sees Inflation Bump From Lunar New Year Spending: Singapore’s core inflation quickened in February as expected on seasonally stronger demand around the ...
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Singapore Sees Inflation Bump From Lunar New Year Spending
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'Good boy!' Dogs do understand us, says new study: The brain wave study suggests that hearing the names of their favourite toys actually activates dogs’ memories ...
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'Good boy!' Dogs do understand us, says new study
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Singaporean world champion kitefoiler Max Maeder wins European title: SINGAPORE: Formula Kite world champion Maximilian Maeder clinched another famous victory on ...
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Singaporean world champion kitefoiler Max Maeder wins European title
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Japan's Kuraray plans Singapore plant for packaging that cuts food waste: TOKYO -- Japanese plastic maker Kuraray will construct a $410 million plant in ...
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Japan's Kuraray plans Singapore plant for packaging that cuts food waste
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PSLE scripts now marked on computer screen: The number of teachers deployed for PSLE marking has been halved from 14,000 to 7,000.
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PSLE scripts now marked on computer screen
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UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong’s 2023 pay rises 12% to $15.9 million: His annual remuneration comprises a base salary of $1.2 million, as well as a bonus of $14.7 million ...
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UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong’s 2023 pay rises 12% to $15.9 million
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Malaysians working in Singapore gain spending power as ringgit slumps: SINGAPORE -- Pius Chuo, a 30-year-old Malaysian working as a business development ...
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Malaysians working in Singapore gain spending power as ringgit slumps
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Take a look inside Class 95 DJ Justin Ang's S$2.5 million penthouse condo: The Class 95 DJ and his wife spared no expense for their first home ...
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Take a look inside Class 95 DJ Justin Ang's S$2.5 million penthouse condo
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Thailand's taxation of pensions from abroad is causing unrest: Thailand is a great place to live for relatively little money. Many pensioners from Germany want ...
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Thailand's taxation of pensions from abroad is causing unrest
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More than 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in April: The rebates are part of the permanent GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme and the Assurance ...
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More than 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in ...
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PMAs should be reserved for those with certified medical needs or walking difficulties: Sellers, therapists
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PMAs should be reserved for those with certified medical needs or walking ...
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'I don't care whether I lose or make money': 27-year-old Singaporean buys $200k condo in JB
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'I don't care whether I lose or make money': 27-year-old ...
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Thailand to Host Summer Sonic, Tomorrowland Festivals After Taylor Swift Miss: After missing out on Taylor Swift’s world tour, Thailand has sealed deals to host ...
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Quick Glance: Thailand Secures Two Major Music Events After Taylor Swift's Miss
  • Thailand will host the music festivals Summer Sonic and Tomorrowland after missing out on Taylor Swift's world tour, aiming to boost event-driven tourism.

  • Summer Sonic will make its debut outside Japan in Southeast Asia, with dates set in August in Bangkok, and Thailand will also host the Tomorrowland festival in 2026.

  • Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's measures, such as visa waivers for tourists, aim to stimulate the economy in crisis, following Taylor Swift's exclusive arrangement with Singapore.

  • With below-average growth, Thailand focuses on promotional campaigns and festivals to increase foreign tourists and boost the economy, with the vital tourism industry contributing 12% to the GDP.