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DTV Visa Thailand: Why “letters of acceptance” are changing Muay Thai training enrolment
Published on 16/01/2026
» Thailand’s Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), introduced under new visa measures effective July 15, 2024, has made long-stay options clearer for applicants who can show funds and a qualifying purpose. For people using the “Thai soft power” activity route—Muay Thai included—the most consequential paperwork is often not the application form itself, but the supporting documents that demonstrate an organised activity with a real provider.
When infrastructure meets AI
Oped, Bertrand Badré & Saurabh Mishra, Published on 16/01/2026
» Infrastructure investment is booming. Around the world, governments are pouring trillions of dollars into roads, power grids, data centres, water systems, and housing, with many responding to intensifying climate shocks and the growing need for adaptation. Yet the construction industry -- the single largest force physically reshaping the planet -- is among the last major sectors to unlock all the benefits that digital technology offers. As a result, it accounts for about 21% of greenhouse-gas emissions, produces half of global landfill waste, and overspends by US$1.6 trillion a year.
Dell sets out major AI advances in 2026
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/12/2025
» Agentic artificial intelligence (AI), sovereign AI, and stronger governance frameworks, coupled with measurable business outcomes, will be the defining AI trends in 2026, according to Dell Technologies.
Innobic buys Alvogen Pharma
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/12/2025
» Innobic (Asia), the life science arm of energy giant PTT Plc, is moving into the world's largest pharmaceutical market after securing a foothold in the US through the acquisition of Alvogen Pharma US Inc.
New movies out this week: Dec 4-10
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 04/12/2025
» 13 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
'HIV-free generations': prevention drug rollout brings hope to South Africa
AFP, Published on 03/12/2025
» GA-RANKUWA (SOUTH AFRICA) (SOUTH AFRICA) - Kegoratile Aphane did not flinch when the needle pierced the skin of her right buttock, injecting a yellow-coloured drug touted as a revolution that could end the HIV pandemic.
Brain rot prevention — use less AI and social media
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 12/11/2025
» Artificial intelligence and social media are reshaping how Thais learn and think — and not always for the better. Researchers in Thailand and around the world warn that heavy reliance on artificial intelligence chatbots and endless scrolling through short videos may be eroding cognitive skills, fuelling what many now call “brain rot”.
Government and hospitals act to bring down drug costs
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/11/2025
» A new agreement between the Thai government and private hospitals aims to reduce living costs by 32 billion baht by promoting transparency in drug pricing and giving consumers more options when purchasing medications.
Top strategic technology trends for 2026
Business, Published on 04/11/2025
» Technology leaders face a pivotal year in 2026, where disruption, innovation and risk are expanding at unprecedented speed. The top strategic technology trends identified for 2026 are tightly interwoven and reflect the realities of an artificial intelligence-powered, hyperconnected world where organisations must drive responsible innovation, operational excellence and digital trust.
New movies out this week: Oct 23-29
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 23/10/2025
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.