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US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies
Reuters and Bloomberg, Published on 17/02/2026
» The charismatic US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, an eloquent Baptist minister raised in the segregated South who became a close associate of Martin Luther King Jr and twice ran for the Democratic presidential nomination, has died at age 84, his family said in a statement on Tuesday.
Bangladesh PM-elect and lawmakers sworn in
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» DHAKA - Bangladesh’s prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday, becoming the first elected representatives since a deadly 2024 uprising.
Drugs worth B200m found under cargo of garlic
Online Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Highway police seized 2.1 million methamphetaine pills and 26 kilogrammes of crystal meth found concealed beneath a load of garlic, and arrested the pickup driver, in Saraburi province.
American slain trying to resume love affair
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 17/02/2026
» Four Myanmar men surrendered to police after an American tourist was beaten to death in Bangkok while trying to resume his relationship with a Myanmar woman.
Thai Red Cross, diplomatic corps host 59th Red Cross Bazaar
Published on 17/02/2026
» The Thai Red Cross Society, through its Donation HUB, in collaboration with the Diplomatic Participants Committee in Thailand, cordially invites the public to the 59th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar. Held under the inspiring theme “The Art of Giving”, this premier lifestyle and charity event will take place from Feb 26 to March 1, between 10am and 8pm at Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, as well as online via www.iredcross.org. The event is deeply honoured by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society, who will preside over the official opening ceremony and tour the international showcases on Thursday, Feb 26, at 8.30am.
Russian poisonings aim to kill -- and send a message
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» PARIS (FRANCE) - Polonium, Novichok and now dart frog poison: the finding that Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed with a rare toxin has revived the spectre of Moscow's use of poisons against opponents -- a hallmark of its secret services, according to experts.
Harnessing data to boost road safety
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» Inspired by Japan's long-term success in reducing road fatalities, Thailand is entering a critical period of learning and reform in road safety, a message underscored at the 3rd Thailand Road Traffic Safety Forum.
Robert Duvall: understated actor's actor, dead at 95
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - Robert Duvall, a prolific, Oscar-winning actor who shunned glitz and won praise as one of his generation's greatest and most versatile artists, has died at age 95.
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.
Running for a good cause: Bosch Charity Run 2026
Published on 16/02/2026
» Imagine a day where every stride contributes to a brighter future. That's exactly what over 400 individuals experienced at the recent Bosch Charity Run 2026 in Bangkok's vibrant Benjakitti Park.