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New stimulus targets elderly internet access
Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 09/10/2025
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) have jointly initiated the “Internet Khon La Khrueng” co-payment scheme for mobile internet usage.
Deepfake political scam ads surging on Meta platforms
AFP, Published on 02/10/2025
» WASHINGTON - Scammers are among the top political advertising spenders on Meta’s platforms, using deepfake videos of American politicians — including President Donald Trump — to promote fake government benefits, a US watchdog group said Wednesday.
Strongman warning
Oped, Postbag, Published on 30/09/2025
» Re: "Authoritarians' brave new cities", (Opinion, Sept 23).
Keeping universal healthcare strong
Oped, Published on 24/09/2025
» For 23 years, Thailand's universal healthcare scheme, better known as the "gold card", has protected millions from financial ruin, a remarkable achievement that has earned worldwide praise. Yet, the system is not perfect.
SLF to require B20bn in state support yearly through 2030
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/09/2025
» The Student Loan Fund (SLF) needs to request more than 20 billion baht in annual government support through 2030 to shore up liquidity, as loan applications remain consistently high while repayments are declining.
Microsoft to build 3 Thai data centres amid national AI push
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 18/09/2025
» Microsoft Thailand is constructing three local data centres under strategic partnerships to deliver localised cloud services.
Unseen potential
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/08/2025
» 'Bird!" A cheer erupted from a workshop when Gift, a young girl with Down syndrome, spoke for the first time. In a class presentation, while some students actively presented their artwork, others kept silent. After seven months of being in this classroom, Gift pointed to her painting and described it as a feathered creature.
New school year in Washington marked by fear of anti-migrant raids
AFP, Published on 26/08/2025
» WASHINGTON — Neighbours, volunteers and parents escorted children to the first day of the new school year across Washington on Monday, vowing to protect students from Donald Trump's deportation drive.
Children 'exploited' in video
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 23/08/2025
» The Ad Hoc Centre for the Thailand–Cambodia Border Situation has condemned what it called a "staged video" in which Cambodian children were made to talk about PMN-2 landmines, calling it a violation of human rights and the children's dignity.
Don't panic: Your essential guide to Thai squat toilets
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 14/08/2025
» Visiting Thai public restrooms in destinations like temples or gas stations can sometimes surprise travellers with an unexpected encounter with the traditional squat toilet. This toilet type, despite being challenging for those unaccustomed to squatting, remains the preferred choice for many Thai people.