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The winds of change
Published on 20/09/2025
» A big shift in Thai politics is expected following Paetongtarn's fall, with conservatives and progressives ready to pounce v The Democrats face a leadership contest and the possible return of Abhisit Vejjajiva, who many feel can save them from oblivion.
People's Party defends deal with Bhumjaithai
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/09/2025
» People's Party leader, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, rejected reports which claimed his party had become "political scaffolding" for the Bhumjaithai Party, amid criticism about the agreement struck by the two parties that paved the way for Anutin Charnvirakul to assume the premiership.
Legendary actor Robert Redford dies aged 89
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 19/09/2025
» Robert Redford, the legendary American actor, Oscar-winning director and founder of Sundance Film Festival, has died at the age of 89. According to his publicist, Redford passed away peacefully "at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah -- the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved". The cause of death was not disclosed.
Department of Land 'should respect court ruling'
News, Published on 19/09/2025
» Veteran Pheu Thai politician Phumtham Wechayachai is questioning the Department of Land's decision to suspend the revocation of title certificates in the long-running Khao Kradong land dispute, saying the department must respect the order to return the land to the state.
Disaster beckons
Oped, Postbag, Published on 18/09/2025
» Re: "Land Bridge to nowhere" (Editorial, Sept 17).
London police arrest 9 after clashes at 110,000-strong far-right rally
AFP, Published on 14/09/2025
» LONDON - Clashes erupted on Saturday as more than 100,000 people turned out in central London for a rally organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, with police arresting nine people after facing "unacceptable violence" trying to control the crowds.
Election Commission: Paetongtarn can stay as Pheu Thai leader despite ethics ruling
Published on 12/09/2025
» The Election Commission (EC) has insisted the Constitutional Court’s ruling against Paetongtarn Shinawatra for a serious ethical violation, which led to her removal as prime minister, does not automatically disqualify her from serving as Pheu Thai Party leader.
British envoy to US sacked over Epstein links
Published on 11/09/2025
» LONDON - Peter Mandelson, Britain’s smooth-talking ambassador to the United States, was sacked on Thursday after his long-term association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein became a further distraction for under-pressure Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
'Trump Whisperer' ex-minister joins Japan PM race
AFP, Published on 08/09/2025
» TOKYO - A former top diplomat dubbed the "Trump Whisperer" was the first candidate Monday to join the race to be Japan's next leader, a day after premier Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation.
New Thai PM’s seasoned cabinet picks may reassure investors
Bloomberg News, Published on 08/09/2025
» New Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s key cabinet choices may be seen as a reassuring signal by investors who have long been frustrated by the country's frequent bouts of political turmoil.