Thailand

Thailand has recently faced international criticism for its treatment of dissidents and political refugees, as evidenced by incidents such as the fatal shooting of Cambodian activist Lim Kimya and the deportation of Uyghur refugees back to China. Despite these concerns, Thailand is set to host the 74th Miss Universe pageant in November 2025, marking its fifth time hosting the prestigious event.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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YouTube officially launched its shopping feature in the Philippines on Thursday, partnering with e-commerce platform Shopee to streamline product purchases.
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Kazakhstan's Zhetysu VC advances to AVC Women's Volleyball Champions League semifinals with 3-0 win over PLDT

Kazakhstan's Zhetysu VC secured its spot in the semifinals of the 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Champions League by defeating PLDT with a decisive 3-0 win at the Philsports Arena on Thursday, April 24.
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PLDT loses AVC Women's Champions League quarterfinal to Zhetysu

PLDT lost their AVC Women's Champions League quarterfinal match against Zhetysu on Thursday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.
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Nawat Itsaragrisil appointed Miss Universe exec director, set to host 74th pageant in Nov

Thai entrepreneur and Miss Grand International founder Nawat Itsaragrisil has been appointed as the executive director of the Miss Universe Organization.
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Miss Universe revokes Opal Chuangsri's title for violating contract

The Miss Universe Organization has withdrawn Suchata 'Opal' Chuangsri's third runner-up title from the 2024 Miss Universe pageant due to a breach of contract.
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Philippines to host VNL stops in Cebu 2026-2027

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Bersamina secures second in Bangkok Chess Open

International Master Paulo Bersamina secured second place at the Bangkok Chess Club Open in Thailand on Monday, April 22.
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PhilCo invests PHP1B in coconut plant, Misamis Oriental

PhilCo Food Processing, Inc., a subsidiary of the Thai World Group of Companies, is investing over PHP1 billion in a coconut processing facility within the Phividec Industrial Estate in Misamis Oriental.
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BRP Gabriela Silang returns from 26-day mission to Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam

The BRP Gabriela Silang returned to the Port Area in Manila on Monday after its 26-day mission to Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
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