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US puts up more walls
News, Editorial, Published on 07/12/2015
» The Islamic State, believed just a month ago to be "contained" in its self-proclaimed caliphate in the Middle East, is suddenly a world concern. A single memo of extremely questionable origin and reliability caused a tizzy in Thailand. European countries from Britain to Germany to Russia were rushing to join the violence against the IS. And in the United States, a confusing but deadly attack by a husband-and-wife terrorist team has sparked demands for reactions that emphasise plans which are either impossible or ludicrous.
Biodiversity gains await
News, Editorial, Published on 10/07/2015
» Thailand's rich biodiversity has been largely untapped. To blame is a consistent lack of policy support for research and development into Thai plants and herbs for their medicinal values. Such R&D could yield huge economic benefits for the country.