South East Asia (SEA)

After a year-long hiatus due to the disruptive force of the coronavirus pandemic, the highly anticipated Asian Games are back. This grand sporting event, second only to the Olympics in terms of scale, is set to welcome participants from 45 diverse countries, competing in a staggering 481 events spanning 40 different sports disciplines. The history of the Asian Games traces its roots back to 1951 when the inaugural edition took place in New Delhi, India. Now in its 19th iteration, this quadrennial extravaganza has been hosted by nine different nations. Remarkably, 46 countries have taken part in these games over the years, underscoring their global appeal. Beyond being a celebration of athleticism, the Asian Games 2023 assumes a pivotal role as an Olympic qualifier . A total of 74 coveted Olympic quotas are on the line across nine sporting disciplines, including archery, boxing, tennis, and more. Victorious athletes will secure their slots at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. While the ...

Thaksin Shinawatra As Thailand grapples with the challenge of appointing a new prime minister, the impending return of Thaksin Shinawatra , one of the country's most controversial former leaders, has stirred considerable political interest. Thaksin, who has spent years in self-imposed exile, is set to come back to Thailand on August 10, a development confirmed by his daughter, Paetongtarn, through a Facebook post. The timing of Thaksin's homecoming couldn't be more politically sensitive, as the Pheu Thai party , widely perceived as the main representative of his political interests, is currently striving to garner sufficient support in Parliament to position one of its leaders as the new prime minister. Adding further intrigue to the situation, Thaksin's daughter has emerged as one of the party's three potential candidates to be nominated for the leadership role. The prospect of her ascending to the position holds significant implications for the nation's politi...