Voters in Thailand went to the polls on Sunday for an early general election that looks like a three‑way contest among different political ideas. The main players are the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai, each with a nationwide network and enough support to win seats. The country has 53 mi
Vietnam is drafting a rule that will treat cryptocurrency moves like stock trades, adding a small tax to every transfer. The proposed law says anyone who sends crypto through an approved service will owe 0. 1% of the transfer value as personal income tax, just like traders pay when they buy or sell
Valentine’s Day usually brings a spike in sales for small shops that sell flowers, chocolates and cards. Yet many owners are feeling the pinch as February 14 approaches because of new import duties that were announced earlier this year. Three small‑business owners shared how the changing tariffs
Visitors are now welcome in classrooms, marking a shift in how learning environments are perceived. This change opens up new possibilities for interaction and engagement. It's not just about students and teachers anymore. The idea is to create a more dynamic space where different perspectives can co
Vaccine exemptions in New Jersey are on the rise, and it's not just a small increase. The numbers are growing fast, especially for religious reasons. In the 2024-25 school year, nearly 25, 000 kids skipped vaccines because of their family's religious beliefs. That's a big jump from just a decade ago
Vanguard, a well-known investment firm, has recently hit a major milestone. They now manage over $1 trillion in assets outside the United States. This is a big deal because it shows how much they've grown in recent years. The company's international assets have doubled in the last five years. This
Vanguard Group is making big moves outside the U. S. as its international assets hit a huge milestone: $1 trillion. This company manages a massive $12 trillion worldwide, and its CEO, Salim Ramji, sees huge potential in global markets. He believes more people are starting to invest, and Vanguard wan
Vermont's government is falling short on its energy-saving promises. A recent audit reveals that the state is not meeting its own energy reduction goals. These goals are set to cut costs and help the environment. The audit highlights problems with two key initiatives: the State Agency Energy Plan an
Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio is changing how cities are built. It shows that cities can grow without harming nature. This project is special because it puts the environment first. Can Gio is near Ho Chi Minh City. It is a big coastal area with mangroves. Mangroves are important because they s
Virginia's Port of Virginia is undergoing a major upgrade. The state has invested $1. 4 billion in the Gateway Investment Program. This program aims to make Virginia's shipping channels the deepest on the East Coast. It includes dredging the harbor to 55 feet and building a new berth. The new berth
