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Andalusian dreams
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 15/02/2024
» Two Middle Eastern tourists looked excited as they held up a phone to an exquisitely carved arabesque in Nasrid Palace at the Alhambra. No, they're not taking photos. They're comparing the Arabic text on their screen with the 8th century stone calligraphy. I hear them mumble in Arabic -- here's the translation:
A stroll in Song Wat
Life, Published on 24/01/2024
» Last year, Song Wat was selected as one of the "World's 40 Coolest Neighbourhoods" by Time Out due to its excellent balance in preserving old traditional shops and incorporating new activities and trendy vibes from emerging entrepreneurs. As a result of this recognition, Song Wat attracts young people.
Children of jailed Nobel winner prepare to accept her prize
Published on 09/12/2023
» OSLO - The teenage children of jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi fear they will never meet their mother again, but said they were proud of her struggle for women’s rights as they prepared to accept the award on her behalf on Sunday.
Author denies naming UK royals in 'racism' row
AFP, Published on 01/12/2023
» LONDON - The author at the centre of renewed racism claims against Britain's royal family has denied naming members alleged to have asked about the skin colour of Prince Harry's son.
Royals mull response after names revealed in Harry and Meghan 'racism' row
AFP, Published on 01/12/2023
» LONDON - Buckingham Palace is considering its next move after a British TV host named two royals who allegedly raised concerns about the skin colour of Prince Harry's son, a royal source said on Thursday.
Key sectors keen on generative AI
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 29/11/2023
» The telecom sector, state agencies and academics are keen to explore the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and prepare for its responsible use to prevent any negative impacts.
Thais believed behind Chinese street beggars
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/11/2023
» Police will carefully check Chinese visitors with facial and body disfiguration, as some had come here to beg on the streets, possibly organised by Thais.
Thais believed behind disfigured Chinese street beggars
Post Reporters, Published on 22/11/2023
» Police will carefully vet Chinese visitors with facial and body disfiguration, as some had come here with the intention of begging on the streets, possibly organised by Thais, according to the Metropolitan Police Bureau.
Hamburg airport closed after armed man drives onto tarmac, prompting standoff
New York Times, Published on 05/11/2023
» All flights in and out of the Hamburg Airport in Germany were canceled until further notice as authorities responded Saturday night to an armed man who drove his vehicle onto the tarmac and parked near a plane.
Book festival is back with a new theme
Life, Published on 21/09/2023
» The Bangkok Book Festival is back with many activities which will take place at the library of Goethe Institute, from Sept 30 to Oct 31.