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Russian propagandists slam Putin’s crackdown on Telegram

Bloomberg News, Published on 17/02/2026

» Some of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s most vocal fans are up in arms over the Kremlin’s latest move to restrict the Telegram messaging service and push people to use a new state-backed alternative.

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From Bangkok to the Biennale

Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/02/2026

» The international group exhibition "The Spirits Of Maritime Crossing", organised by the Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation, is set to return to the Venice Biennale -- one of the world's most prestigious international contemporary art exhibitions -- after receiving a warm reception from visitors in 2024.

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Pokemon card sold at auction for world-record $16.49 million

Kyodo News, Published on 16/02/2026

» KYODO — A rare Pokemon card fetched a record US$16,492,000 including the buyer's premium on Monday in New Jersey, making it the most expensive Pocket Monster trading card ever sold in a public auction.

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Paw patrol: Larry the cat marks 15 years at 10 Downing Street

AFP, Published on 16/02/2026

» LONDON - Larry the cat, the UK's most famous feline, marks 15 years on Sunday as the country's chief mouser patrolling the corridors of power around number 10 Downing Street.

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How elections amplify our echo chamber

Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 14/02/2026

» This past week, most Bangkokians woke up with a post-election hangover. It's a similar feeling to when you have too many glasses of wine at dinner, or went a bit too heavy for your friend's birthday. This feeling, though, doesn't subside throughout the day with a nice long shower or a glass of water.

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Valentine’s Day gadgets worth gifting in 2026

Komsan Jandamit, Published on 13/02/2026

» The most memorable Valentine’s Day gifts in 2026 are not flowers or chocolates but gadgets that make daily life easier, calmer and more enjoyable, especially for expatriates living in Thailand. With busy urban routines, frequent travel and cross‑border tech ecosystems to consider, practical devices that fit seamlessly into everyday habits have become the most meaningful expressions of affection.

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Your horoscope for Feb 13-19

Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 13/02/2026

» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.

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'Punk wellness': China's stressed youth mix traditional medicine and cocktails

AFP, Published on 13/02/2026

» SHANGHAI — In a softly lit Shanghai bar, graduate student Helen Zhao stretched out both wrists to have her pulse taken -- the first step to ordering the house special, a bespoke "health" cocktail based on traditional Chinese medicine.

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Dreaming of glory at Rio's carnival, far from elite parades

AFP, Published on 13/02/2026

» RIO DE JANEIRO - In a faded rehearsal hall in the gritty concrete sprawl of northern Rio de Janeiro, samba dancers and drummers fine-tune their rhythms for a grassroots carnival parade few tourists have heard of.

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Extravagant opera costumes up for auction

AFP, Published on 12/02/2026

» GENEVA - Sandra Delpierre’s fingers linger on a long blue and white fur coat and graze a pair of angel wings as she winds past thousands of colourful costumes used in opera performances.