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'I know it's immoral': Child labour still common in Pakistan
AFP, Published on 13/10/2025
» KARACHI - From the age of 10, Amina has been scrubbing, sweeping and cooking in a middle-class home in Pakistan's megacity of Karachi.
Hong Kong in fight for foreign university students as Singapore emerges as rival
Published on 13/10/2025
» The number of international first-year students at Hong Kong's public universities remained below pre-pandemic levels in the last academic year despite the government doubling quotas for non-locals, with an admissions official saying Singapore has emerged as a growing education powerhouse.
Thai Teenager Uses Creativity to Drive Social Change
Published on 13/10/2025
» Aim Wanglee is using creativity to break barriers and drive meaningful change, focusing on child labour protection.
Time for mission-oriented approach to school meals
News, Mariana Mazzucato, Published on 13/10/2025
» The global food system is failing on multiple fronts. With more than 2.6 billion people unable to afford a healthy diet, over 500 million are expected to be chronically undernourished by 2030. Worse, at a time when meeting future demand requires a 50% increase in food production, food-system productivity is actually declining, owing partly to rising climate risks. Agrifood industries are not only driving biodiversity loss, land degradation, and a global water crisis, but also generating almost one-third of global greenhouse-gas emissions.
Foreign Investment Spurs Demand for Thai Talent
Published on 12/10/2025
» As foreign investors increasingly select Thailand as their Southeast Asian hub, demand for localised, globally competent talent is surging. Companies now seek professionals who combine technical expertise with cultural fluency, leadership across diverse teams, and an understanding of both Thai and international standards, said Mr Fu Yuxin, President of the Southeast Asia International Education Association, during a forum on “The Role of Education in Shaping ASEAN’s Industrial Future” at the Sustainability Expo 2025 (SX2025), held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.
Taiwan’s Lai unveils plan for ‘T-dome’ air defence system
Published on 10/10/2025
» Taiwan will speed up building a comprehensive air defence system to protect the self-run democracy, President Lai Ching-te said — an announcement that comes as the US pushes Taipei to do more to defend itself from China.
RevisionSuccess: The technology behind the first AI school
Online Reporters, Published on 10/10/2025
» RevisionSuccess Co Ltd, a student-led startup focused on bringing artificial intelligence (AI) into classrooms, established a landmark partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with HOG International Academy and House of Griffin Tutorial School on Oct 7, 2025. This begins a special mission—building the first AI-hybrid school in Thailand.
Plus Property Redefines Luxury Living with Lifestyle Management
Published on 10/10/2025
» Plus Property has announced its intention to elevate residential property management within the luxury segment through the introduction of its ‘Lifestyle Luxury Management’ concept. The initiative aims to transform Thailand’s property management practices from asset oversight to the comprehensive delivery of curated living experiences. This approach aligns with the continued growth of the branded residences market, driven by genuine demand, the return of foreign investors, and increasing participation from high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). The company is placing greater emphasis on services that address modern lifestyle and hospitality needs.
New movies out this week: Oct 9-15
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 09/10/2025
» New releases and old favourites that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Phuket eyes big data for unified planning
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/10/2025
» Phuket: Big data and strategically unified communication teams are preparing to drive inclusive development in Phuket, says governor Saransak Srikruanet.