by Teuvo Tuomi | Aug 4, 2024 | News, Food & Drinks, Health, Lifestyle, Thailand
The World Health Organization (WHO) has named Thailand as one of five countries that have successfully eradicated trans-fatty acids in the food industry. The award recognizes the country’s endeavour to fight against industrially produced trans-fatty acids (iTFA),...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Jul 25, 2024 | Asia, Entertainment, Japan, Lifestyle, News, Philippines, Sports
In a genuine class act, Japanese boxer Keita Kurihara disowned his victory over Filipino Renan Portes last Monday at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo. The eight-round boxing match took a bizarre turn after an emotional Kurihara addressed the crowd and boldly said “I didn’t win...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Jul 25, 2024 | News, Bangkok, Culture, Entertainment, Finland, Food & Drinks, Lifestyle, Thailand, Tourism, Travel
Bangkok has a new Finnish-owned bar. Mind you, not a regular one. Even the name – Paradise Beach Bar – promises something new and exotic. It doesn’t fail in that regard: the smooth salsa sounds, more than a mouthful of food, and exotic drinks will...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Jul 23, 2024 | ASEAN, Business, Crime, Entertainment, Lifestyle, News, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) are officially banned in the Philippines, according to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. He has instructed the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation to wind down and cease the operations of POGOs by the end of...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Jul 23, 2024 | ASEAN, Culture, Entertainment, Finland, Lifestyle, Vietnam
The Finnish fireworks team Pyro has reclaimed the championship of the 2024 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) after beating its Chinese rival in the final round in Da Nang. The Finnish team used about 10,000 firecrackers, double that of its Chinese...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Jul 14, 2024 | ASEAN, Lifestyle, News, Research, Singapore, Society, Southeast Asia
More than nine in 10 Singapore residents polled in a new study said a smartphone with a data plan is essential, while 64% think air-conditioning is a must. A trip each year to somewhere in Southeast Asia is also essential, according to 56% of those polled. Also, 90%...
