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The cost of Bangkok's health obsession
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 04/04/2026
» There is a particular kind of Saturday morning that has become recognisable in certain Bangkok circles. Someone wakes at 5am, checks their recovery score on their Whoop band, approves of the number, and heads to the airport. Not for a holiday or a work trip, but for a fitness race in Singapore.
Google Maps adds 3D immersive navigation and AI chat
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 24/03/2026
» Google has introduced two new features on Google Maps, bringing Gemini AI-powered chat and a more detailed 3D navigation system to improve travel accuracy and user experience.
Thailand's first integrated sports rehab and wellness complex to open in June
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 09/03/2026
» Lamrit, a provider of medical and rehabilitation services in Thailand, has launched The O2 Bangkok, the country's first sports and wellness complex integrating advanced sports, rehabilitation and preventive wellness under one roof. The B200 million facility, spanning 10,200m² on Charan Sanit Wong 84 near MRT Bang O Station, is set to open in June.
Why AI cannot - and should not - replace human judges
South China Morning Post, Published on 05/03/2026
» HONG KONG — Every few months, another headline announces that artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to "disrupt" the legal profession. Lawyers, we are told, will soon be replaced by algorithms.
What’s the point of luxury gyms?
BitesizeBKK, Published on 25/02/2026
» Luxury gyms are expanding across Bangkok at a pace that feels less like a passing trend and more like a structural shift in how urban space is being used. From private Pilates studios tucked into Thonglor side streets to padel courts embedded within mixed-use developments, these spaces are multiplying in neighbourhoods that already signal affluence, and they do so with a distinct confidence. Their membership fees are high, their interiors deliberately restrained, and their access often limited. What they offer extends well beyond fitness.
EU tells TikTok to change ‘addictive’ design
AFP, Published on 06/02/2026
» BRUSSELS - The European Union said on Friday that it had told TikTok it needs to change its “addictive design” or risk heavy fines, after the Chinese-owned platform was found in breach of the bloc’s digital content rules.
Undercover probe finds Australian pubs short-pouring beer
AFP, Published on 06/02/2026
» SYDNEY - Australian undercover inspectors have found pubs fail to pour enough beer and other alcohol into customers' glasses for nearly a third of the drinks they serve.
The missing agenda
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 04/02/2026
» Rights groups have urged political parties to push for gender equality in the upcoming poll on Sunday, calling for enhanced protection against domestic violence and more inclusive policies for the gender-diverse community.
Illegal group tours face Thai government crackdown
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/01/2026
» Illegal tours targeting foreign markets are spreading rapidly in Thailand, prompting the Tourism Department to prepare for more inspections of tour companies this year.
Sinners breaks records, see the full list of Oscar Nominations 2026
Online Reporters, Published on 23/01/2026
» The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, return for their 98th year on Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. As previously announced, Conan O’Brien will once again host the ceremony.