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Poll perils persist
Oped, Editorial, Published on 15/01/2026
» As the election campaign intensifies ahead of the Feb 8 poll, a number of education outlets as well as media channels are churning out opinion survey results suggesting the popularity ratings of individual candidates.
Inhaler fuss 'a lesson'
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/11/2025
» A public debate has erupted following the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) announcement that laboratory tests found microbial contamination in certain lots of the popular Hong Thai herbal inhaler, one of Thailand's best-known household products, famed among both locals and foreign visitors.
Lumpini gets a facelift
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/09/2025
» Lumpini Park in the heart of Bangkok is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, with a much-needed facelift.
The way to fight coups
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/12/2024
» South Korea has charmed the world with "soft power" such as K-Pop. But the country and its citizens have just shown their democracy is even more inspiring.
TV push in need of a better script
Editorial, Published on 01/12/2024
» In a striking plot twist, it was recently revealed that Thai television dramas and series, which the government envisions as a key driver of the country's "soft power" on the global stage, are struggling to retain an audience at home.
Stars must show integrity
News, Editorial, Published on 16/10/2024
» The controversy surrounding The iCon Group's alleged pyramid scheme has reignited the debate about the responsibility of celebrities in product endorsement and where the boundaries of ethical conduct should be drawn.
'Soft power' plans need more work
Editorial, Published on 17/12/2023
» Thai rapper Milli, mango sticky rice, and moo krata. These are among the things which the previous and current governments have proclaimed as examples of Thailand's "soft power". Confused? So are those who are in charge of developing and promoting the idea.
'Phi noi' workers need solution
Editorial, Published on 05/11/2023
» We often hear about the experiences of tourists in Thailand, but there's rarely any discussion of Thais travelling abroad. This changed recently when the hashtag #BanTravelToSouthKorea began trending on X, with netizens accusing the country of discriminating against Thai tourists. Everyone from the average tourist to influencers joined the debate and shared stories of being interrogated and/or refused entry into South Korea despite having all the right paperwork.
Close land tax loophole
News, Editorial, Published on 30/05/2022
» An attempt by a major property developer to promote a "green" campaign has backfired, after the project was accused of being a means to avoid paying land taxes.
Call time on booze rules
News, Editorial, Published on 19/03/2022
» Reports that K-pop superstar Lisa Manoban has become a brand ambassador for a whisky-maker have caused something of a frenzy here in her home country.