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Ten species flagged as birdstrike threat to flights in Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Ten species of bird have been flagged as a growing threat to aviation safety in Thailand, with 6,118 birdstrikes reported nationwide over the past five years, causing damage worth hundreds of millions of baht.
France's Macron eyes fighter jet deal in India
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» MUMBAI — French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai on Tuesday, as he begins a three-day visit to India focused on artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation and a potential multibillion dollar fighter jet deal.
Park Hyatt Bangkok & Pimali Foundation: 10 years of opening doors for future talent
Published on 17/02/2026
» Park Hyatt Bangkok extends its congratulations to Pimali Foundation as it celebrates 10 years of purpose and people, a decade dedicated to expanding opportunities for underprivileged youth through practical skills and pathways to long-term employment. Founded in 2012, the Pimali Foundation was created to fight the exploitation of disadvantaged youth and reduce poverty in Thailand’s Northeast using hands-on hospitality training to help young people build independence and a sustainable future.
China has slashed air pollution, but the 'war' isn't over
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» BEIJING — Fifteen years ago, Beijing's Liangma riverbanks would have been smog-choked and deserted in winter, but these days they are dotted with families and exercising pensioners most mornings.
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.
St Peter's Basilica gets terrace cafe, translated mass for 400th birthday
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» VATICAN CITY — Visitors to St Peter's Basilica will be able to follow mass in 60 languages and enjoy a coffee on a newly opened terrace as part of plans unveiled Monday by the Vatican.
Gulf Development increases Kasikornbank stake to 10%
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/02/2026
» A move by Gulf Development Plc (GULF) to raise its shareholding in Kasikornbank (KBank) to 10% is seen as a calculated effort to balance financial optimisation with long-term strategic positioning, while carefully navigating regulatory constraints, analysts say.
NCB frets over potential uptick in informal debt
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/02/2026
» The National Credit Bureau (NCB) has expressed concern about a potential rise in informal debt amid subdued loan growth in the banking sector and an easing household debt-to-GDP ratio.
Economy has 'left ICU', says finance chief
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 17/02/2026
» Thailand's economy has now "left the intensive care unit [ICU]", reflected in fourth-quarter growth of 2.5%, which surpassed the earlier projection of 1.8% and lifted full-year 2025 growth to 2.4%, above the 2% forecast, said caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
HIV infections rising sharply among youth
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 17/02/2026
» Aids Healthcare Foundation Thailand (AHF Thailand) has launched its "Just Use It" campaign after government data showed that young people account for more than one-third of newly reported HIV infections nationwide.