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Border talks disappoint
News, Editorial, Published on 31/01/2026
» The latest Thai-Cambodian border talks under the Regional Border Committee (RBC) framework collapsed, disappointing those who had hoped the two countries would take steps towards restoring lasting peace.
Facebook falls down on job
News, Editorial, Published on 20/01/2025
» In an era where trust underpins our digital ecosystem, the persistence of online scams is eroding the very foundation of the internet and society as we know it. While the reach of popular platforms like Facebook is vast, so too is the scope of their accountability.
Si Thep counters 'Thai' history
Editorial, Published on 01/10/2023
» Thailand rejoiced last week as the ancient town of Si Thep in Phetchabun province secured the esteemed Unesco World Heritage Site status. Si Thep, however, is more than just an archaeological treasure. It is a window into Thailand's multicultural society before the emergence of kingdoms and nation states. Si Thep is reshaping Thailand's history, and it should be incorporated into the country's history textbooks.
A time for unity
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/07/2023
» A settlement between the Move Forward Party (MFP) and Pheu Thai Party over which party was to get the House speaker position has now set in motion the selection of the next prime minister and the formation of a new coalition government.
Dengue death preventable
Oped, Editorial, Published on 31/05/2023
» Dengue fever is a life-threatening disease, but most sufferers will recover if they receive a timely diagnosis and proper treatment. Unfortunately, this wasn't the case for the late Karen activist living in Phetchaburi's Bang Kloi, Gib Tonnamphet.
Loss of a great monarch
News, Editorial, Published on 19/09/2022
» With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the world has lost a great monarch who over the past seven decades placed duty and public interest before herself.
Abusive teachers do not belong
News, Editorial, Published on 04/09/2022
» Last month, a teacher at a school in Bangkok's Thung Khru district ordered a teenage student to kneel on the floor, then kicked the boy in the chest and hit his head several times. It was a punishment for playing football in a school building.
High stakes for Asean
News, Editorial, Published on 16/05/2022
» The declaration after the summit of the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and the United States that they will commit to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" poses a new challenge to the regional bloc.
Farm chemicals remain a pest
News, Editorial, Published on 15/08/2021
» Last Monday saw an important court ruling on hazardous farm chemicals. The verdict issued by a California court should serve as a sign for the Thai government to review its policy on farm chemicals and the much-debated weed killer glyphosate.
Virachai's death loss to the nation
News, Editorial, Published on 17/03/2019
» The untimely death of Virachai Plasai, the Thai ambassador to the United States, is a great loss to Thailand's diplomacy and the country's state service.