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Singapore turns 60 with much to show
News, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 08/08/2025
» No country turns 60 like Singapore. In a neighbourhood of political dynasties and varying shades of autocracies and flawed democracies, the little island state of six million got lucky with its strongman rule. When he died in 2015, Singapore's patriarchal founder Lee Kuan Yew left a great country behind. This weekend, Singaporeans can take stock of what's gone by and rightly celebrate its milestone with much to show for.
Beyond Grades: Thai Teens’ Global University Edge
Published on 07/08/2025
» During the crucial transition period when children are about to enter university, many parents face the question: "How can we help our child gain admission to the best institutions?" If the goal is entry to world-class universities, the following key insights from Mr Panuwat Lueangrachanee, Managing Director of Crimson Education Thailand, may significantly shift parental perspectives. Crimson Education is a leading institution for global university preparation and consultation, with more than 27 offices worldwide.
Economic woes hinder Thai cinema
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/08/2025
» Thailand's sluggish economy could impact how frequently audiences visit cinemas, according to leading Thai film studio GDH 559 Co Ltd.
Thailand to sue over damage to hospital
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/08/2025
» The Ministry of Public Health is preparing to mount civil and criminal lawsuits against Cambodia for damage to hospitals, estimated at roughly 146 million baht, sustained during the recent Thai-Cambodian border clashes, Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin said yesterday.
WHO supports Thailand’s e-cigarette crackdown
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/08/2025
» The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed support for Thailand’s continued ban on the import and sale of e-cigarettes, while the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) has pledged a “denormalisation effort” to reduce the prevalence of vaping among young people.
PalFish Speech Contest Empowers Young English Voices
Published on 05/08/2025
» The power of language and empathy lit up the stage at the “PalFish National English Speech Contest 2025”, which recently held its grand finale on August 2, 2025, at BITEC Bangna. The event brought together young learners from across Thailand to showcase their English communication skills in a national-level competition designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and compassion.
Scholarships offered to families of fallen Thai soldiers
News, Online Reporters, Published on 04/08/2025
» Thai universities and schools have offered full scholarships to the families of Thai soldiers who died or were wounded during the five days of fighting between Thailand and Cambodia.
Trump hurting global trade in ideas
Oped, Published on 04/08/2025
» Much attention has been focused on Thailand's scramble to achieve a bilateral trade agreement with the United States to avoid a 36% tariff on all exported goods. Yet a different restrictive trade policy has received comparatively less scrutiny -- the Trump administration's clampdown on American universities, including a possible ban on the enrolment of international students.
Losing the narrative
Oped, Editorial, Published on 04/08/2025
» Since the border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia began and up until the recently brokered ceasefire, Thailand has struggled to present its position to the world.
Thai-Cambodia border 'win' as mop-up starts
News, Published on 03/08/2025
» The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has declared success in reclaiming control over the disputed Chong Arn Ma border area in Ubon Ratchathani's Nam Yuen district, specifically near the Ta Om Monument, following five days of armed clashes with Cambodian forces.