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Unpacking the tourism tax
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 08/11/2025
» While the cabinet approved the National Tourism Policy Committee's proposal to collect a tourism tax from inbound travellers in February 2023, the programme has still not been implemented.
Sabalenka beats Anisimova in pulsating WTA Finals semi
AFP, Published on 08/11/2025
» RIYADH (SAUDI ARABIA) - World number one Aryna Sabalenka had to dig deep to overcome fourth-seeded Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a high-octane semi-final at the WTA Finals in Riyadh on Friday.
Trump hosts Hungary's Orban, eyes Russian oil sanctions carve-out
AFP, Published on 08/11/2025
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump said he would consider giving Hungary a carve-out from sanctions on Russian oil, as Prime Minister Viktor Orban sought to cozy up to his right-wing ally at the White House on Friday.
Another day, another massacre
News, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 08/11/2025
» The ceasefire in Gaza, however shaky, is freeing up some bandwidth for the world's media to fret about other ongoing massacres, and UN Secretary General António Guterres wasted no time in turning the spotlight on Sudan. "The horrifying crisis in Sudan … is spiralling out of control," he said on Monday -- but he didn't explain why.
Thailand slips in digital competitiveness index
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 07/11/2025
» Thailand has slipped one spot to 38th out of 69 economies in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2025 by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), attributed to a slide in the country’s technology ranking from 23rd to 29th.
Rethinking Alzheimer's care: why traditional Alzheimer's management isn't enough
Published on 07/11/2025
» The shadow of Alzheimer's disease looms large over our aging population. It is more than a memory disorder; it's a humanitarian, social, and economic crisis. Accounting for nearly 80 percent of all dementia cases, Alzheimer's represents an immense loss of independence, identity, and quality of life. Yet, as the world braces for a demographic wave of cognitive decline, scientists and clinicians are arguing that the standard playbook—largely focused on symptomatic drug management—simply isn't enough. What's needed is a deeper, root-cause strategy that reimagines brain health itself.
Your horoscope for Nov 7-13
Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 07/11/2025
» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.
US travel woes mount as govt shutdown prompts flight cuts
AFP, Published on 07/11/2025
» WASHINGTON - Travelers faced mounting uncertainty over air travel in the United States after a directive to decrease flights at dozens of major airports went into effect on Friday.
Jaspal and Ramathibodi Unite for Charity Collection
Published on 07/11/2025
» In a heartfelt celebration of generosity and creative collaboration, a new charity initiative is uniting the worlds of fashion and compassion. The Ramathibodi Foundation, under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, has joined hands with Jaspal Group, ASEAN’s leading fashion and lifestyle conglomerate, to launch a special collection titled “The Power of Sharing.”
China’s new aircraft carrier signals naval ambitions
Published on 07/11/2025
» TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, officially entered into service this week, the country’s military announced Friday, bringing Beijing another step closer to its goal of rivaling American naval power in the region.