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'Paris of the East' turns 'Concrete Oven'
Oped, Published on 29/04/2026
» If you stand on the banks of the Khlong Saen Saep today, near the glossy high-rises of Wireless Road, you are witnessing a battle for the soul of Bangkok. On one hand, you see the future: concrete embankments and new walkways, part of a government push to connect the city in the vein of European capitals or our neighbour, Singapore. On the other hand, you see the ghosts of the past: fresh stumps of rain trees that stood for decades, severed to make way for the very cement intended to "beautify" the city. It is a paradox that defines modern Bangkok. We are a city desperate to be green, yet addicted to grey.
Pet Expo Thailand is back
Life, Published on 29/04/2026
» "Guardians Of The Heart" is the theme for Pet Expo Thailand 2026, which returns as one of the most exciting lifestyle events for animal lovers, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, from tomorrow to Sunday.
Young girl dies in car while waiting for mum
Chakkrapan Natanri, Published on 28/04/2026
» KHON KAEN: A four-year-old girl was found dead inside the family car where she had gone to wait after her mother promised to take her out soon, police said.
Loud music shatters artefacts at Chaiyaphum museum
Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» The most famous annual event in Chaiyaphum has turned into a nightmare for a private museum as vibrations from loud music played by parade vehicles shattered several antique items.
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers work to remove trapped passengers
Reuters, Published on 28/04/2026
» JAKARTA — The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers worked to extract survivors still trapped in the wreckage.
40-baht rail fare scheme fast-tracked
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/04/2026
» The Department of Rail Transport (DRT) has been ordered to accelerate a 40-baht flat fare policy for electric rail systems to help ease living costs as part of a broader plan to modernise and expand the national rail network.
3rd Rabbit Card Design winners go on show
Oped, Published on 28/04/2026
» A selection of 35 exceptional designs by Thai talents are showcased during the "BTS Rabbit Card Design Exhibition", which is running at Siam Discovery, Rama I Road, until May 17.
K-pop groups invade Bangkok on June 6
Life, Published on 28/04/2026
» While some believe that the K-pop wave has faded away, Thailand remains a destination for many events. On June 6, Thai fans will face a tough choice between the up-and-coming girl group Kiss of Life's fan meeting and the long awaited I.O.I. reunion concert.
Nepali movie to screen in Centralworld
Life, Published on 28/04/2026
» The 2026 Contemporary World Film Series opens with Hijo Aja Ka Kura (The Big Conversation), a much talked-about film from Nepal, at TK Park's auditorium, 8th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, on May 9 at 4pm.
Thailand touts $31 billion 'Land Bridge' plan amid Hormuz crisis, courts Singapore
Reuters, Published on 27/04/2026
» The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has given Thailand impetus to advance a longstanding plan to create a logistics link between the Indian and Pacific oceans, with its government on Monday seeking to court Singapore as a potential investor.