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THAILAND

SWAG GOLF launches first Asian store in Bangkok, eyes regional hub

Published on 16/02/2026

» SWAG GOLF is a premium golf lifestyle brand from the United States, redefining golf as a platform for self-expression through design, creativity and performance. Inspired by street culture, art, music and fashion, the brand bridges sport and lifestyle, empowering golfers to express their individuality both on and off the course.

THAILAND

Hokkaido Café opens first flagship store in Thonglor

Published on 16/02/2026

» Hokkaido Café has officially launched its first flagship store in the heart of Thonglor Soi 10, positioning itself as a new lifestyle landmark in Bangkok’s vibrant dining scene. The opening marks a significant milestone for Mr Prachak Tangkaravakoon, Founder and Chairman of Hokkaido Shokupan Co., Ltd, as the brand makes a full-scale entry into the food and beverage industry with its premium “Hokkaido Café Experience”.

WORLD

'Ultra-left' blamed for youth's killing that shocked France

AFP, Published on 16/02/2026

» LYON - France's government said Sunday the "ultra-left" was behind the fatal beating of a French youth aligned with the far right, after the killing inflamed political tension ahead of March local elections.

BUSINESS

Rethinking the central bank's role

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026

» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.

BUSINESS

Lopia opens first Thai supermarket

Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/02/2026

» Lopia Japan, operated by Lopia Co Ltd under the OIC Group, has launched its first supermarket in Thailand at Central Chaengwattana, marking the brand's debut in Southeast Asia and signalling broader regional ambitions.

LIFE

Tradition in motion

Life, Jitti Chompee, Published on 16/02/2026

» For decades, Thailand has been internationally recognised for the richness of its performing arts traditions -- from classical court forms such as khon to vibrant regional folk practices embedded in everyday life. Yet, paradoxically, choreography as a contemporary artistic discipline has remained structurally under-supported, sustained largely by individual effort rather than by a coherent national vision.

BUSINESS

Nine things foreign investors should know about Thailand

Business, Bernice Jenvdhanaken, Published on 16/02/2026

» Over the years, many people from foreign companies ask me what they should know before doing business in Thailand.

THAILAND

Injured jumbo dies despite vets' best efforts

Published on 15/02/2026

» An elephant recently found with an injured front leg in Sa Kaeo province has died despite intensive treatment, a senior wildlife official said on Sunday.

WORLD

Rubio tells Europe to join Trump's fight, says it belongs with US

AFP, Published on 15/02/2026

» MUNICH (GERMANY) - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to reassure a nervous Europe on Saturday, saying Washington wanted to recharge the transatlantic alliance so a strong Europe could help the United States on its mission of global "renewal".

THAILAND

Klatham: Local force to national player

Published on 14/02/2026

» One of the biggest surprises of Thailand’s recent general election was the meteoric rise of the Klatham Party, which secured nearly 60 seats nationwide — an outcome no opinion polls had anticipated.