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Remembering a journo like no other
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 04/04/2025
» Gwen Robinson was a quintessential journalist who probed for the best scoop and pried for the juiciest gossip, an old-style old hand the likes of which we are unlikely to see again. In the new contentious era of geopolitical conflict and geoeconomic tension underpinned by American economic nationalism, Robinson's journalist craft over more than four decades explaining and linking Asia and the West will be sorely missed.
Rethink tourist levy
Oped, Editorial, Published on 13/09/2022
» After plenty of debate, soul-searching and warnings from the private sector, the Minister of Sports and Tourism has decided to go ahead with its plan to collect "Kha Yeap Pan Din" -- the 300-baht fee to be levied on foreign tourists, except those in the country for a one-day visit.
How to prepare for the unexpected
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/06/2022
» It's been three years since the Covid-19 pandemic began and we tried to adapt in order to survive. By now, everyone is aware that this crisis has affected the world in many aspects such as trying to maintain good health and struggling to earn enough money to cover expenses and debt. And most importantly, we've tried our best not to lose our jobs. Yet, who knows when it will be our turn?
Coming to grips with Omicron
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/12/2021
» The world was shaken again last week as the latest coronavirus variant emerged. First detected in South Africa a week earlier, Omicron is now a "variant of concern" -- the most serious category used by the World Health Organization, which said it poses a "very high" risk to public health.
Sensible reopening plan still lacking
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 27/09/2021
» For countries heavily dependent on tourism, having sensible plans to reopen borders is as vital as curbing the Covid-19 pandemic.
Just another case of terminal madness
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 16/08/2020
» Last weekend there was bit of a scene at Don Mueang airport when a passenger, after being told he was too late to board a domestic flight, decided the best response was to pick up the AirAsia computer laptop and smash it on the floor. Not a good idea.
An 'abominable' act
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/07/2020
» In dropping charges against Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya, the Thai police and the Thai government have once again boldly revealed their corrupt souls. Absent shame or mitigating circumstances they have defined their version of justice, integrity and dictatorial rule by law in this abominable decision.
Why close the parks?
Oped, Postbag, Published on 04/04/2020
» Over the past month, hundreds of people -- especially the elderly -- jogged in Benjakiti Park daily and thousands in Lumpini Park. At this time, it is important for people, especially elderly people, to get lots of sunshine and exercise.
Are Thai businesses prepared for a downturn?
News, Sharad Apte, Published on 23/09/2019
» Despite a long run of strong economic growth in Thailand and Southeast Asia, the next global recession will have serious effects here. It's a turbulent world, and Thailand still relies on exports to China, the US, Europe and elsewhere, as well as capital flows from abroad. True, Thailand weathered the global financial crisis a decade ago much better than many others did, but it still was hit hard, with GDP growth dropping from 5% in 2006 to negative 1% in 2009. Moreover, many of the traits that cushioned Thailand then offer less of a buffer today.
A tangled web
News, Published on 27/03/2019
» According the Bangkok Post's unofficial poll results, the new election rules worked well as planned, i.e. preventing Pheu Thai's lopsided win.