Agoda lists Bangkok as most-visited Asian city for tourists in Asia

13 Sept 21:12 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok secured the top spot as the most-visited Asian city for tourists in 2018, according to Agoda, often acting as a primary stop for travelers.
Thailand ranked second among Asian countries most visited by tourists, after Japan, due to its rich cultural attractions, clean beaches, and world-class food.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.