Thailand

On 20th anniversary of Indian Ocean Tsunami, disaster preparedness questioned

Activists say buoys to detect giant waves, warning systems are in place, but awareness is lacking.

Images show few signs of devastation caused by waves topping out at over 160 feet.

More than seven out of 10 youths and adults in rural Thailand struggle with “foundational” literacy, the World Bank recently reported.

The ethnic Wa militia’s refusal to abandon its nine outposts has raised fears of conflict with Thailand.

With global treaties long delayed, Mekong residents are trying to prevent plastic waste from destroying their environment.

The ethnic Wa militia’s refusal to abandon its nine outposts has raised fears of conflict with Thailand.

2024-12-20

Like other young people in Southeast Asia, Tu Anh Tu believed a recruiter’s job offer.

2024-12-19

Worldwide death toll from the disaster in the Indian Ocean climbed to 230,000; damage estimated at $13 billion.

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