ScandAsia Magazine April 2026
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Tourist balloon slams into power lines in Laos
A hot air balloon carrying tourists collided with power lines in Vang Vieng, Laos, during a sunset flight on March 26, according to a video shared by Newsflare. The incident …
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Cambodia / Denmark / Finland / Iceland / Laos / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Bangkok to host massive new song contest as Eurovision invades Asia
Eurovision goes asian. Bangkok will host the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia in November 2026, marking the competition’s first multinational expansion beyond its traditional format, according to an announcement from …
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Haze spreads across Mekong region as fires rise
Northern Thailand and neighbouring countries are being hit by worsening haze, as fire activity increases across the Mekong region. More than 1,450 fire hotspots were detected in Thailand alone at …
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After hail chaos in Vientiane: More storms could be on the way
Authorities in Laos are warning the public about thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds and a risk of hail in some areas. According to Xinhua, citing the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology, …
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Nearly 3,000 flights disrupted across Asia
Thousands of passengers are being impacted as a wave of flight disruptions is hitting major airports across Asia, Travel and Tour World reports. Nearly 2,800 flights are delayed and more …
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New Vientiane venue gives Lao floorball a home
Floorball in Vientiane is about to get its first permanent base. From 1 April, the Lao Floorball Federation will take over a sports venue known as Box Underground. “For the …
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No majority in Danish election: ruling coalition weakened as parties prepare for coalition talks
Denmark has just held a general election, deciding the composition of its 179-seat parliament. With all votes now counted, Nordic expatriates in Asia follow developments closely, as Denmark’s foreign policy …
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Looking for Arne? Forget Google. Try the streets of Vang Vieng
Travellers pass by on scooters and on foot while Arne watches the street from his usual spot just inside the entrance of what used to be Nam Song Garden Guesthouse. …
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World Happiness Report: Nordic happiness tops the World, Asia trails behind
The 2025 World Happiness Report is out, and the Nordic model reigns supreme. Finland tops the 2025 World Happiness Report once more, followed closely by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden. The …
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