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'Paris of the East' turns 'Concrete Oven'
Oped, Drew B Mallory, Published on 29/04/2026
» If you stand on the banks of the Khlong Saen Saep today, near the glossy high-rises of Wireless Road, you are witnessing a battle for the soul of Bangkok. On one hand, you see the future: concrete embankments and new walkways, part of a government push to connect the city in the vein of European capitals or our neighbour, Singapore. On the other hand, you see the ghosts of the past: fresh stumps of rain trees that stood for decades, severed to make way for the very cement intended to "beautify" the city. It is a paradox that defines modern Bangkok. We are a city desperate to be green, yet addicted to grey.
Donald Trump and his tragedy of errors
Oped, Joseph E. Stiglitz, Published on 29/04/2026
» It is true, as Alexander Pope once said, that to err is human. But while everyone is fallible, some humans are more prone to error than others. The history of authoritarian and absolutist political rule is rife with figures whose mistakes proved calamitous not just for themselves but for the societies they ruled.
Art-pop icon David Byrne brings 'Who Is The Sky? Tour' to Bangkok
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/04/2026
» Mark your calendars for one of 2026's most anticipated live events as David Byrne brings his acclaimed new production "David Byrne: Who Is The Sky? Tour 2026" to Bangkok on Aug 10. The concert will take place at UOB LIVE, offering Thai audiences their first opportunity to experience the visionary artist's celebrated live performance in person.
Trump hails British as 'friends' as king visits amid Iran tensions
AFP, Published on 28/04/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States has "no closer friends" than the British, as he welcomed King Charles III to the White House on a state visit overshadowed by tensions over the Iran war.
Musk faces off with OpenAI in court over broken promises
AFP, Published on 28/04/2026
» OAKLAND (UNITED STATES) - Elon Musk showed up for opening remarks Tuesday in a courtroom showdown with OpenAI over whether the artificial intelligence company betrayed its non-profit mission.
Peace efforts stall as US examines latest Iran proposal
AFP, Published on 28/04/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Efforts to end the Middle East war appeared at a standstill on Tuesday, with the US considering Tehran's latest offer to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran saying Washington could no longer dictate terms.
Russian oligarch’s superyacht clears Hormuz
The New York Times, Published on 28/04/2026
» A luxury superyacht linked to a Russian oligarch passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, data showed Tuesday, despite the parallel blockades maintained there by the United States and Iran.
Songkhla politician gets 2 years for polling booth assault
Wassayos Ngamkham and Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» A member of the Songkhla Provincial Administration Organisation has been sentenced to two years and six days in prison without suspension for his role in the assault on a policeman who told him not to take photos at a polling station last year.
Loud music shatters artefacts at Chaiyaphum museum
Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» The most famous annual event in Chaiyaphum has turned into a nightmare for a private museum as vibrations from loud music played by parade vehicles shattered several antique items.
Thai foreign minister voices frustration with US
Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has expressed frustration with the United States, saying the country has received no offers of help from Washington with the wide-ranging economic damage from the American-Israeli war against Iran.