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Where Kamala Harris, Donald Trump are likely to diverge on Southeast Asia
South China Morning Post, Published on 22/10/2024
» The presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris comes at a time of rising geopolitical tensions on multiple fronts.
Echoes of Persia
Life, John Clewley, Published on 22/10/2024
» The santur is an ancient stringed instrument, a dulcimer, with 72 strings that can be dated to 500 BC. Assyrian and Babylonian stone carvings show the instrument back in 669 BC. The instrument spread widely in the Middle East and later further afield where it morphed into the hammered dulcimer, the qanun, cimbalom, Indian santoor and even the Thai classical instrument, the kim.
Brics could be catalyst for global revamp
Oped, Brahma Chellaney, Published on 22/10/2024
» A new age of international relations is dawning. With the West accounting for a declining share of global GDP, and the world becoming increasingly multipolar, countries are jostling to establish their positions in the emerging order. This includes both the emerging economies -- represented by the recently expanded Brics grouping -- that seek a leading role in writing the rules of the new order, and the smaller countries attempting to cultivate relationships that can safeguard their interests.
ZeaQuest Boosts ROV Training to Power Marine Growth
Published on 21/10/2024
» ZeaQuest Co. Ltd., a joint venture between Mermaid Subsea Services (Thailand) Ltd. and Rovula (Thailand) Ltd., under AI and Robotics Ventures (ARV) group of PTT Exploration and Production Plc., is spearheading efforts to train 30 skilled Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) pilots over the next five years. This initiative is set to meet the expansion of Thailand's petroleum exploration and production (E&P) industry and global energy markets.
A love affair intensifies
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/10/2024
» Since launching in 2014, the popularity and number of Thai LGBTQ+ TV shows depicting positive and diverse stories of male-male romance, known as Boys' Love (BL) or Y series, has increased, gaining momentum during the pandemic.
Falling interest rates to benefit Thai banks
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/10/2024
» As global interest rates are clearly on a downward trend, with the Bank of Thailand expected to cut its policy rate again in December, banking stocks should benefit, according to analysts.
Experts call for the reimagination of education for youth and lifelong learners
News, Published on 21/10/2024
» Bangkok, 21 October – An urgent call for the collaborative reimagination of education systems for all and the promotion of lifelong learning were at the core of the 3rd International Conference on Equitable Education, which was hosted by UNESCO and the Equitable Education Fund (EEF) Thailand and partners from 18 to 19 October in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
How Indonesia’s transformative leader tarnished his legacy
Published on 20/10/2024
» JAKARTA, Indonesia — The words “emergency warning” galvanised protesters in Indonesia in August. It was a rallying cry to protect the world’s third-largest democracy, which broke free from dictatorship less than 30 years ago. Thousands of protesters took to the streets. Some stormed the gates of parliament, tearing one down in fury.
Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption
Published on 20/10/2024
» JAKARTA - Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues such as corruption that plague the country and to make it more self-sufficient.
Chanathip's form worries Kirins star
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 18/10/2024
» Muang Thong United defender Aly Cissokho will be keeping a close eye on in-form BG Pathum United playmaker Chanathip Songkrasin when the two sides clash in Thai League 1 Saturday night.