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‘Mai pen rai’ paradox: from kindness to toxic silence
Published on 07/01/2026
» "Mai pen rai" (It’s okay/never mind) is perhaps the most classic Thai phrase, symbolising kindness, compromise and a go-with-the-flow attitude. It is the hallmark of Thai charm. However, in a modern world driven by consumer rights and accountability, the harmless phrase is becoming a double-edged sword. We are witnessing the rise of "Toxic kreng jai" — an excessive form of considerateness where we suppress our own rights just to avoid being labelled "demanding".
Agency steps up digital citizen push
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 07/01/2026
» The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) is rolling out its ETDA Digital Citizen (EDC) network across 15 provinces nationwide to create a regional trainer network that will include at least 2,000 additional trainers.
Ex-Bhumjaithai MP to file DES iris‑scan complaint
Post Reporters, Published on 07/01/2026
» Supachai Jaisamut, party-list MP candidate and key Bhumjaithai Party figure, said he will file complaints with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) against former digital economy and society (DES) minister Prasert Jantararuangtong and the ministry's former permanent secretary for allegedly allowing scam networks to obtain iris-scan data of 1.2 million Thai people.
CP AXTRA ranks 2nd worldwide in DJSI Food & Staples Retailing Sector
Published on 06/01/2026
» CP AXTRA Public Co Ltd (CP AXTRA), the operator of Asia’s leading wholesaler and retailer “Makro and Lotus’s,” has achieved outstanding global recognition for sustainability. The company received a score of 88 out of 100 in the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) by S&P Global, the organisation responsible for compiling the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). This reflects continued significant improvement from 2023 to 2024, elevating CP AXTRA to 2nd place globally in the Food & Staples Retailing sector.
Cooperation project in limbo
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/01/2026
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) has become the latest agency affected by the dissolution of the House, forcing a delay in a multimillion-baht project to establish a new industrial estate tailored for South Korean investors.
Trash tells Phuket's story
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/01/2026
» On Friday, images of Patong Beach in Phuket, strewn with garbage, went viral.
Phuket sets 2030 emissions cut target
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/01/2026
» Phuket is aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 400,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2030, representing a 9.6% reduction from projected levels.
Phuket leaders tout 'Smart Pier' benefits to boost safety
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/01/2026
» Phuket's "Smart Pier" registration system for boat passengers marks a major step towards improving maritime safety and management standards, says governor Nirat Phongsitthithawon, who launched it.
Bail recipients get counselling
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/01/2026
» Psychosocial counsellors appointed by the courts are playing an important role in preventing defendants released on bail from reoffending, easing mental strain during judicial proceedings and reducing reliance on financial sureties, court officials say.
Phatthalung to tackle waste 'crisis'
News, Assawin Pakkawan, Published on 03/01/2026
» Phatthalung has launched an urgent review of the province's worsening waste management crisis after an inspection revealed severe environmental damage from the overloaded municipal landfill.