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Cherry blossom season arrives in Tokyo, 5 days earlier than average year
Published on 20/03/2026
» Cherry blossoms appeared on Thursday in central Tokyo, five days earlier than in the average year, the weather agency said.
Japan PM faces Trump's Pearl Harbor surprise
AFP, Published on 20/03/2026
» WASHINGTON — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sailed smoothly past a potential clash with Donald Trump over Iran on Thursday, though the United States president whipped up a bit of a storm about Pearl Harbor.
Oil declines as US, Israel seek to ease concerns over Iran war
Published on 20/03/2026
» Oil dropped from its highest close since July 2022, as the leaders of the United States and Israel sought to reassure investors rattled by damage to major Persian Gulf energy facilities.
Italy, Germany and France offer help with Hormuz only after ceasefire
AFP, Published on 20/03/2026
» LONDON - Six major international powers said Thursday they were ready "to contribute to" ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, though three stressed that any initiative would take place post-ceasefire.
Freedoms fall once more
Oped, Editorial, Published on 20/03/2026
» Thailand's score on Freedom House's latest "Freedom in the World" report dropped by two points, from 36 to 34. While a two-point slip may seem insignificant, the grade effectively placed the country in the "not free" category -- down from "partly free" in 2024.
Trump may push Japan for help with Iran war in White House meeting
Reuters, Published on 19/03/2026
» WASHINGTON - United States President Donald Trump may use a White House meeting with Japan’s prime minister on Thursday to press for help in the war on Iran, placing Sanae Takaichi in an awkward position as Tokyo weighs how much support it can provide.
Takahiro Miyashita returns to Number (N)ine, in a sense
Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 19/03/2026
» We’re all missing Takahiro Miyashita’s Number(N)ine after 15 years of mixed emotions following his resignation.
Social Security Fund breaches risk limit
Published on 18/03/2026
» Thailand’s 2.9-trillion-baht Social Security Fund urgently needs to reform governance and diversify its investments, two of its executives say, after a recent selloff triggered by the Middle East conflict raised a warning about massive loss risks.
Leysin American School in Switzerland Brings Global Education Dialogue to Bangkok
Published on 18/03/2026
» Bangkok hosted an inspiring conversation on the future of learning as Leysin American School in Switzerland (LAS) brought together educators, families, and members of its international community for an exclusive event titled “A Thought Leadership Discussion: The Future of Education in the Age of AI”. The gathering took place recently, at The St. Regis Bangkok, offering a rare opportunity for parents and education enthusiasts in Thailand to engage directly with the leadership of one of Europe’s most respected international boarding schools.
Freight surge forces export realignment
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 18/03/2026
» As soaring ocean freight rates put pressure on exporters, Thai wooden furniture manufacturer Deesawat is urging exporters to explore closer markets amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.