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A Faustian bargain for the Global South
Oped, Published on 05/08/2025
» US President Donald Trump's tariff policies have unleashed global economic turmoil and a wave of protectionist measures. While many of his frequently changing tariffs may prove short-lived, their use as geopolitical weapons is poised to reshape international trade for years to come.
US says Trump has 'final call' on China trade truce
AFP, Published on 30/07/2025
» STOCKHOLM - China and the United States agreed Tuesday to hold further talks on extending their tariff truce, but a top US trade official stressed that President Donald Trump would make any "final call."
UK setbacks dent soft power push
Oped, Nopporn Wong-Anan, Published on 08/07/2025
» As Thailand hosts the Splash Soft Power Forum from today to Friday, showcasing the country's ambitions across 14 soft power industries -- from Muay Thai and fashion to wellness and cuisine -- two recent developments in the UK threaten to undermine the credibility and momentum of this strategic initiative.
Is being born as an LGBTI person a medical issue?
Oped, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 30/06/2025
» June is a propitious time to remember the history of lesbian, gay, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people and their struggles to overcome discrimination and violence. One of the difficulties confronting them throughout the ages has been how the medical sector and related science view them, and how they should be treated by medical classifications. What is the situation today both locally and globally?
Portugal's emotional Ronaldo rejoices in winning Nations League
Published on 09/06/2025
» MUNICH, Germany - Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo shed tears of joy as they won their second Nations League title on Sunday, insisting that winning trophies with his country beats all club honours.
Ex-aide Musk drops bombshell on Trump
AFP, Published on 05/06/2025
» WASHINGTON - Donald Trump’s sweeping domestic policy bill has careened into an Elon Musk-shaped brick wall, complicating its passage into law and risking a schism between the most powerful man in the world and the wealthiest.
Tunnel work on Sino-Thai rail project delayed
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/05/2025
» The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) board has approved an 181-day extension of the civil engineering contract for the construction of the Muak Lek-Lam Takhong tunnel under the Sino-Thai high-speed rail project.
Architect blasts plan to alter parliament building
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 10/05/2025
» Chatree Ladalalitsakul, National Artist and chief architect of the new parliament building, has opposed several plans to renovate it, calling the structure a major national artwork that should not be altered without the original designers' consent.
Trump's next 100 days: Now comes the hard part
AFP, Published on 03/05/2025
» WASHINGTON — United States President Donald Trump spent his first 100 days issuing a blitz of executive orders to deliver rapidly on campaign pledges, drastically downsize the government and reshape America's role on the global stage.
Under fire at debate, Canada PM Carney tries to focus on Trump
AFP, Published on 18/04/2025
» MONTREAL — Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney faced sustained attacks from his Conservative rival at an election debate Thursday, but the Liberal leader sought to focus attention on what he calls Canada's top threat, United States President Donald Trump.