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Ramathibodi Foundation launches new collection
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Ramathibodi Foundation has joined hands with Sesame Street and world-famous characters Elmo, Bigbird and Cookie Monster for the launch of a new lovable and cheerful charitable memorabilia collection available at the Ramathibodi Foundation.
Ancient Roman home with 'unparalleled' mosaic found
AFP, Published on 12/12/2023
» ROME - Italian archaeologists have uncovered a luxurious Roman home near the Colosseum, boasting an "unparalleled" mosaic featuring shells, marble and precious glass, the culture ministry said Tuesday.
Fake faces peddling false news as US poll looms
Oped, Published on 03/11/2020
» It's hard to know what to believe these days, as weaponised tweets and deliberate disinformation spread around the world like wildfire, leaping from the internet to traditional press outlets, sowing confusion in the public commons.
Erdogan vows action over 'disgusting' Charlie Hebdo cartoon
AFP, Published on 29/10/2020
» ISTANBUL - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vented his outrage Wednesday at a "disgusting" cartoon in the French satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo depicting him looking up a woman's skirt while drinking beer in his underpants.
It's not a good time to be a statue
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 14/06/2020
» This past week has seen statues of controversial historical figures under attack around the globe. It is surprising it has taken so long. Hopefully the statues can be used for educational purposes by being placed into museums, accompanied by accurate historical accounts of what these people really did. The statues are an important reminder of an inglorious part of history. There is a possibility, however, that any statue or monument could become a target. One problem with statues is that they are quite vulnerable unless they are atop towering columns, like Nelson in Trafalgar Square.
Ghosn accuses Nissan executives of 'backstabbing' plot
AFP, Published on 09/04/2019
» TOKYO - Carlos Ghosn has accused "backstabbing" Nissan executives of a "conspiracy" to have him arrested over fears he planned to merge the firm with France's Renault, in a video released Tuesday.
EC must be firm and fair
News, Editorial, Published on 13/02/2019
» Princess Ubolratana's brief stint in politics is now safely in the past. The Election Commission (EC) on Monday disqualified her prime ministerial candidacy, nominated by the Thai Raksa Chart (TRC) Party, following a royal message issued by His Majesty the King on Friday night.
Time is on your side … if the watch is fast
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 28/01/2018
» Recent debate about fancy timepieces had me thinking about my first ever watch, which my dad bought when I was a kid. He was a stickler for punctuality and hated being late for anything. When he gave me the watch it came with sage-like advice. He told me to always set it a few minutes fast so I wouldn't be late, and to this day it has proved wise counsel. Of course it didn't stop me being late, but at least I was two or three minutes earlier in my lateness than I would otherwise have been, if that makes sense.
Temple saga handling a unity boost
News, Stephen Young, Published on 01/06/2017
» It seems that a return to normalcy has been achieved since the Department of Special Investigation in March ended its search of Wat Phra Dhammakaya for its elusive former abbot, Phra Dhammajayo. This is good news for Thailand as it will promote a more welcoming environment for political reconciliation and honest elections.
An infectious, eye-catching spectacular
Life, Published on 13/09/2016
» Patrons fortunate enough to find themselves in the Thailand Cultural Centre on Sept 5 were alive with The Sound of Music as West End musical director Michael England made his fourth consecutive annual appearance here, accompanied on this visit by compatriot vocalists Robyn North and Oliver Tompsett.