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Guru's Weekly Buzz: Feb 13-19
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 13/02/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Iranian jet fuel keeps Myanmar bombers flying
Gavin Finch and Devjyot Ghoshal, Reuters, Published on 27/01/2026
» The first bomb to strike the remote village of Vanha in western Myanmar came from a junta warplane. It hit the only school in the hamlet, near the frontline of the civil war. The second came from a drone minutes later.
Chiang Mai Night Market lights up San Kamphaeng with dazzling visuals
Published on 22/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Chiang Mai, launched the “Chiang Mai Night Market” at Khuang San Kamphaeng of this northern province. The event was presided over by Siwakorn Buapong, deputy governor of Chiang Mai, and Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the TAT.
Kokuho: A national treasure in name and essence
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 20/01/2026
» The movie Kokuho (2025) is, in both name and essence, a national treasure. This epic Japanese drama delving into the life of an onnagata, a male actor who specialises in playing female roles, not only introduces the centuries-old art form of Kabuki to the world, but also proves to be a triumph of Japanese cinema.
2026 outlook calls for recalibration
News, Mohamed A El-Erian, Published on 17/01/2026
» For global markets, 2025 was defined as much by what did not happen as by what did. The year offered a masterclass in the power of a single narrative, with massive, concentrated bets on AI masking various other unanswered questions. Yet as we move further into 2026, the AI narrative is unlikely to prove strong enough to continue overshadowing other lingering uncertainties, many of which reflect deeper structural shifts. For investors, central banks, and governments alike, the situation demands adaptation.
Geopolitics redraws the trade map
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Yuthana Praiwan, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/01/2026
» Geopolitical tensions between the US and Venezuela underscore the vulnerability of the global economy and trade to political conflict.
Oil's geopolitical premium is gone
News, Ron Bousso, Published on 25/12/2025
» Global oil markets faced multiple black swan events in 2025 -- including the Israel-Iran war and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refiners -- yet they were barely fazed. This calm may be the new normal in an era of energy abundance, even as the world becomes a more dangerous place.
Swan on tracks halts bullet train services in northeastern Japan
Kyodo News, Published on 03/12/2025
» Bullet train services on the Tohoku Shinkansen Line in northeastern Japan were temporarily suspended on Wednesday morning after a swan was spotted on the tracks, the railway operator said.
Thailand’s Festival Of Lights
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 31/10/2025
» A part of Thai culture for centuries, Loy Krathong will be celebrated on Nov 5 and is based on the lunar calendar ritual of releasing illuminated lotus-shaped floats or krathongs on rivers and waterways. It also pays homage to the water goddess, apart from being a time to reflect, express gratitude and make a wish for good fortune. Guru By Bangkok Post lists a few places to join in the celebrations.
Spread your wings
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 03/10/2025
» As Swarovski celebrates "130 Years Of Joy" throughout 2025, expect the maison's majestic waterfowl gracing the anniversary editions.