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Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra (right) visits relatives of a missing worker at the site of a building that collapsed following an earthquake in Bangkok on Wednesday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Earthquakes

‘Earthquake drunk’ Thais given advice on how to deal with post-quake dizziness

The syndrome, caused by an overstimulated nervous system, is more common among those with anxiety disorders and migraines, experts say.

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Video | Chinese contractors under scrutiny in Bangkok tower collapse

Natural disasters

Massive Myanmar earthquake reveals cracks in Bangkok’s ‘tofu buildings’

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Trade

Thailand braces for US$7 billion or more in losses from Trump’s tariffs

Thailand has offered to try to increase imports of corn, soybeans, crude and ethane to narrow its trade surplus with the United States.

Bangkok Port is seen from an observation deck in the Thai capital. Photo: AFP
Wellness

For those struggling with severe or chronic pain, stem cell therapy may offer relief

When Tim Noonan’s shoulder tore in 2014, stem cell therapy eased his extreme pain – 10 years later, he returns for more of the novel therapy.

Myanmar

Amid tragedy, rescue dogs offer hope to Bangkok earthquake victims’ families

Rescuers have brought in 11 dogs to search for signs of life and to provide emotional support for victims’ loved ones.

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Crime

Thai man arrested after faking story about pregnant wife buried in quake rubble

The man reportedly collected around US$300 in donations before his lie was exposed.

Somnit Duangnet claimed his pregnant wife was under the rubble of the Myanmar quake. Photo: Facebook/Big Kren
Viral stories

Thai dad arrested for abandoning baby in forest to punish wife who denies him sex

Abusive, drug-addicted father ordered into rehabilitation pending criminal charges after sending photo of newborn in banana grove to threaten wife.

Myanmar

‘Cosmic verdict’ fears grip Myanmar junta in earthquake’s aftermath

While rescue teams struggle against civil war roadblocks, analysts warn of a ‘cursed’ regime facing a legitimacy crisis.

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Viral stories

Bizarre 2-way mirror in Thai park toilet lets men watch women for ‘enjoyment’

Outrage as theme park boss says voyeuristic looking glass was installed to give ‘fun experience for everyone’, netizens call it ‘disgusting’.

A theme park in Thailand has been slammed for installing a two-way mirror in a male toilet so that urinating men can watch women passers-by fix their appearance. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@womenofindia_official
Australia

Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew accuser ‘has 4 days to live after bus crash’

Virginia Giuffre’s car was hit by bus in Australia. She was among first people to speak out about sexual abuse by Epstein, Prince Andrew.

From left, Britain’s Prince Andrew, Virginia Giuffre and Ghislaine Maxwell pose for a photo said to have been taken in London in 2001. On Monday, Giuffre said she had been in a car crash in Australia. Photo: US District Court - Southern District of New York / AFP
Myanmar

Video | Quake survivors await news of trapped loved ones

Rescuers continue grim search for survivors as aftershocks rattle the area two days after the massive earthquake killed at least 1,700 in Myanmar and dozens in neighbouring Thailand

Asia housing and property

The View | How Indonesia can calm property investors’ fears of a return to 1998

Concern about democratic backsliding and poor liquidity are obscuring otherwise solid fundamentals in one of Asia’s largest markets.

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Hong Kong society

Myanmar earthquake: Hong Kong rescue team begins work in Mandalay

Death toll has exceeded 2,000, including three Chinese nationals, with rescue team arriving in city near quake’s epicentre.

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Hong Kong’s rescue team is on the ground in Mandalay. Photo: Handout
Fame and celebrity

Meet Nicholas Duvernay, the New Yorker who plays Zion in The White Lotus

Duvernay has played minor parts in films such as Bad Girl and Purple Hearts – he was also confident in nailing his breakout role … which he got in ‘a day or two’ of the audition.

The White Lotus co-stars, Nicholas Duvernay and Lisa of Blackpink. Photo: @nicholasduvernay/Instagram
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong rescue team set to begin work in quake-hit Myanmar

International and local NGOs also appeal for donations following the disaster.

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Tourism

Still reeling from Chinese visitor losses, Thai tourism suffers an earthquake

Post-quake jitters and existing safety concerns expected to cut tourist arrivals by 10-15 per cent in the next two weeks.

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Art

Christie’s and Sotheby’s Hong Kong auctions underwhelm as sales hit 6-year low

The world’s leading auction houses made a combined US$89.2 million, the lowest since autumn 2018, according to data from ArtTactic.

“Grotto” by Nicholas Party is shown during the media preview on March 20, ahead of Sotheby’s Hong Kong auction. Photo: Nora Tam
Architecture and design

Bangkok’s landmark Dusit Thani hotel reimagined by André Fu

Architect behind The Upper House Hong Kong revamps Thai capital’s famed hotel with blend of homage and contemporary flair.

Myanmar

‘We are on our own’ in quake-hit Myanmar, as rescuers wait for aid to arrive

‘The cemetery is packed with bodies, there are so many that we are cremating them every three minutes,’ a Sagaing resident says.

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‘Very big threat’: global aid effort begins after Myanmar, Thailand quake

With thousands dead and injured and many people missing, several nations are sending aid, including life detectors.

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A huge earthquake that hit Myanmar and Thailand on Friday has killed over 1000 people and injured at least 2000, with many residents missing. Photo: Facebook/Hla Myo Aung via AFP
Natural disasters

Worker steps out for water at end of shift, survives Thai building collapse

The construction worker said the building collapsed ‘in the blink of an eye’ while he was trying to call his younger brother, who was inside.

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Thai Army rescuers search for survivors at the site of a collapsed building following an earthquake in Bangkok, Thailand, in Saturday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Hong Kong society

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Hong Kong sends rescue team to join aid efforts

Chief Executive John Lee expresses condolences to victims, with one estimate putting potential fatalities at 10,000 to 100,000 people.

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China-Asean relations

Myanmar earthquake: China makes emergency aid pledge after Xi calls junta chief

Beijing pledges US$13.8 million and sends emergency rescue team after Friday’s magnitude 7.7 quake killed more than 1,000 people.

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Hong Kong

This week in PostMag: from André Fu’s designs to stem cell therapy

Stunt double Jason Li talks about his journey from squash courts to the set of Transformers while we look at Fu’s Dusit Thani Bangkok project.

Architect André Fu in his studio in Central, features on this week’s print cover. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Myanmar

Explainer | Why was the Myanmar, Thailand earthquake so damaging? What science says

The earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 near the city of Mandalay could cause fatalities between 10,000 and 100,000 people.

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Rescue workers at the site of a building that collapsed in Bangkok, following Friday’s strong earthquake, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
Myanmar

‘It’s like apocalypse’: Myanmar, Thailand quake death toll tops 1,600

Over 3,400 people have been injured, with deaths and injuries expected to rise significantly amid devastating and widespread damage.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong travel agencies may cancel Thailand tours in wake of earthquake

Hong Kong tour groups, involving fewer than 100 people, travelling in Thailand during the quake have been reported safe.

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