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Govt relief causes 'havoc'
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/02/2021
» The registration for the government's relief aid for people without smart phones or internet access was a resounding success -- if success means turning everyone involved into a loser.
Malaysia's vital D-day
News, Editorial, Published on 09/05/2018
» A strong turnout is expected today, when Malaysians vote in the most important election in their history. On the surface, Prime Minister Najib Razak leads the incumbent Barisan Nasional, or United Front coalition against a united opposition, Pakatan Harapan, known as PH, the Alliance of Hope. The drama is intense, as former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad leads the alliance, and has possible victory in his grasp.
New library a good start
News, Editorial, Published on 22/04/2017
» The new Bangkok City Library on Ratchadamnoen Avenue received its fair share of criticism during its soft launch. Yet its official opening scheduled for this coming Friday is still good news for people looking for a more open learning space in the capital.
Monk protest misguided
News, Editorial, Published on 30/11/2015
» The firebrand monk Phra Buddha Issara missed the irony of his protest at the US embassy on Friday. He led 200 self-described patriots to oppose comments last week by US ambassador Glyn Davies. The ambassador had directly criticised heavy sentences given recently for those convicted of lese majeste. No one, he said, should be imprisoned for peaceful speech.