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Bangkok rolls out cooling centres as heat risks rise in 2026
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 24/02/2026
» Bangkok is stepping up its response to intensifying heat by rolling out air‑conditioned cooling centres across the capital, part of a broader heat management plan aimed at protecting residents as temperatures climb in 2026 and climate risks grow.
Comfort Thai dishes with a twist
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/02/2026
» Siwilai City Club, Bangkok’s beach club on Central Embassy's Level 5, recently introduced Sala "Chef Waii" Sakdadej, whose restaurant Rasik Local Kitchen in Chiang Mai has a Bib Gourmand distinction, as its new chef partner.
The rise of the pet-first city
BitesizeBKK, Published on 24/02/2026
» We are beginning to see Bangkok rise as a pet-first city. In the age of rapid urbanization and economic fragility, more individuals and couples are raising four-legged friends not just as companions, but as family, and with the same attention and care you would give an offspring.
Siam Piwat Debuts First Co-Creation Retail Model, Wins Dual EDGE & Fitwel Certifications
Published on 24/02/2026
» Siam Piwat is redefining the retail landscape with NEXTOPIA at Siam Paragon, the world’s first prototype of a “Co-Creation Retail for Sustainable Lifestyle” model, securing two major international certifications: EDGE Advanced (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) and a 2-star Fitwel rating. This represents Thailand’s first dual recognition for NEXTOPIA, certified for both green building standards and its commitment to design for health, well-being, and quality of life. In addition, NEXTOPIA serves as a prototype of a space powered 100% by clean energy starting in 2026, with plans to expand this initiative to all shopping centres under Siam Piwat by 2030 as part of its roadmap to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Mexico's violence-hit Guadalajara to host World Cup games
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» GUADALAJARA — The city of Guadalajara erupted with cartel violence this past weekend, alongside other parts of Mexico, after an army raid left a notorious drug lord dead.
Travel warning for Thais visiting war-torn Mexico
Online Reporters, Published on 24/02/2026
» Thais in Mexico or planning to go there are advised to take extra care, or postpone their trip, as open warfare continues in many states between the government and followers of slain drug lord El Mencho.
Bird flu outbreaks in Japan, Denmark trigger Hong Kong poultry bans
South China Morning Post, Published on 24/02/2026
» HONG KONG — Hong Kong authorities have banned poultry meat and products from parts of Japan and Denmark following reports of outbreaks of highly pathogenic strains of bird flu.
US forces to complete withdrawal from Syria within a month
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» QAMISHLI (SYRIA) - The US forces that led the coalition against the Islamic State group will complete their withdrawal from Syria within a month, three sources told AFP on Monday, as troops began leaving a major base.
Two wheels reshape Bangkok’s daily commute
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 23/02/2026
» Bangkok’s streets are quietly changing. This time the shift is being driven less by new rail lines or expressways and more by bicycles.
'Welcome to CHINA' greets Philippine officials on trip to disputed South China Sea
Published on 23/02/2026
» THITU ISLAND, South China Sea - As the Philippine Coast Guard plane descended toward the country's most strategically important outpost in the disputed South China Sea, passengers' phones lit up with a roaming alert: "Welcome to CHINA."