Mayhem as customers flock to new CosMc’s restaurant in US
Long queues have formed outside the first branch of new McDonald’s concept brand CosMc’s – but will the new retro-themed, drinks-focused brand have staying power? Fast-food companies are dreaming of…
Hollywood star Ryan O’Neal dies at 82
American actor Ryan O’Neal, best known for his Oscar-nominated role in 1970 romance Love Story, has died at the age of 82, his son said. His family did not share…
COVID – 19 is back with a bang as Thai government advises all to wear face masks
Members of the public are advised to wear face masks, maintain social distancing in crowded places and where air circulation is poor and wash their hands frequently, citing a rising…
Australian man dies after being buried on beach in Queensland
An Australian man has died after being buried in sand on a beach, authorities say. Josh Taylor was at a beach campground on Queensland’s Bribie Island on Saturday when he…
Vietnam awarded best rice in the world winner as Thailand drops back
The president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, Chookiat Ophaswongse, said the ST25 rice variety from Vietnam was recognised as the best rice in the world this year, beating 30…
Chinese Tik Tok star causes controversy by posting negative reviews of Nana
Pol Maj-General Phanthana Nutchanart, deputy commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, said police now know the whereabouts of the Chinese woman who posted a negative clip about Soi Nana on Sukhumvit…
McDonald’s announces new restaurant chain to rival Starbucks
McDonald’s has announced the details of its new restaurant idea, CosMc’s, which would operate in the same market segment as Starbucks. Its pilot will open this month in a part…
16 killed as bus plunges off mountain road in Philippines
At least 16 people have been killed and another 12 injured after a bus plunged into a ravine in a mountain village in the Philippines. Eight of the wounded in…
Bus driver in Philippines loses control on mountain road killing 16 people
At least 16 people have been killed and another 12 injured after a bus plunged into a ravine in a mountain village in the Philippines.. Eight of the wounded in…
Machu Picchu to dramatically increase tourist numbers in 2024
Peru has unveiled plans to dramatically increase the number of people allowed to visit Machu Picchu every day. Right now, the number of tourists granted access to the iconic tourist…