Veteran Singapore hawker Ng Hock Chuan, who ran the Michelin-recognized Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Noodles stall at Chomp Chomp Food Centre, died at the age of 79 on July 16, according to a tribute posted on Facebook by a long-time patron.
Three women have gone viral after walking nearly 9.4 kilometers to Singapore's Changi Airport at 3 a.m. rather than taking a 16-minute car ride, prompting online users to praise the city-state's safety for tourists.
South Korea's Incheon Airport is considering installing additional barriers at airline check-in areas after viral footage of tourists rushing toward check-in counters in what has been described as "mass queue-jumping," leaving airport staff injured and sparking public worry.
Known for Mediterranean beaches, iconic architecture, world-renowned cuisine featuring tapas and paella, and a vibrant nightlife scene, this country was the world's second-most visited destination in 2025, according to data from UN Tourism.
Japan has extended its visa-free entry scheme for holders of ordinary Thai passports by another year until 2027, Thailand's Department of Consular Affairs announced.
Taiwan has prolonged its visa-free entry program for visitors from Thailand, the Philippines, and Brunei for another year as part of efforts to accelerate the recovery of its tourism sector.
Hanoi, the world's fourth best destinations in Tripadvisor ranking, plans to develop night-time economy zones, corridors and public spaces centered on heritage, culture, creativity and visitor experiences to increase the value of its tourism industry, with an aim to raise the proportion of tourist spending at night to 25-30% of total travel expenditure.