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Prisoners ‘not using mobiles’
Post Reporters, Published on 24/04/2026
» Corrections officials have reiterated that mobile phones are strictly banned in Thai prisons, dismissing allegations of illicit communications at Bang Kwang Central Prison after an audio clip circulated in the media.
Int’l Fact-Checking Day 2026: Collective Action Against AI-Era Disinformation
Published on 24/04/2026
» The International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) has designated April 2 each year as International Fact-Checking Day, following April Fools' Day, to remind the public of the importance of verifying facts before believing or sharing content, to prevent the spread of misinformation and disinformation.
Sasin and SCGC Kick Off Global Competition for Impact-Driven Startups
Published on 24/04/2026
» Sasin School of Management, in collaboration with SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a leading innovator in the polymer business and integrated solutions for sustainability, has launched the Bangkok Business Challenge 2026 Powered by SCGC under the theme “Growing Impactful Ventures: Building Solutions for Tomorrow’s World.” The global student startup competition brings together university teams to present and pitch sustainable, innovation-driven business solutions to a distinguished panel of accomplished entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.
Asean chair urges Myanmar to free Aung San Suu Kyi, more prisoners
Reuters, Published on 24/04/2026
» MANILA — The Philippines, chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), on Friday encouraged more prisoner releases in Myanmar, including ousted former leader Aung San Suu Kyi and said a recent amnesty was a positive step towards inclusive national dialogue.
People’s Party vows to mount strong defence
Online Reporters, Published on 24/04/2026
» Ten People’s Party (PP) MPs vowed on Friday to fight a Supreme Court case to the fullest extent over allegations tied to a proposed amendment to Section 112 of the Criminal Code, the lese-majeste law.
Tokyo government workers swap suits for shorts
AFP, Published on 24/04/2026
» TOKYO - Tokyo's metropolitan government is encouraging staff to wear shorts to work to cut reliance on air conditioning, an official said on Friday, as concerns grow over high energy costs linked to the Middle East War.
Your horoscope for April 24-30
Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 24/04/2026
» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.
Omnicom Media Positions Brands for Growth in Thailand’s Rapidly Transforming Media Landscape
Published on 24/04/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand [April 21, 2026] — Thailand’s media industry is undergoing a profound structural transformation, shaped by artificial intelligence, accelerating fragmentation, and rapidly evolving consumer behaviours. In response to this shift, Omnicom Media is strengthening its position as the country’s most powerful and future-ready media network— helping brands navigate complexity and unlock growth.
Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority
Reuters, Published on 24/04/2026
» DUBAI/CAIRO/WASHINGTON — Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with a video of commandos in a speedboat storming a huge cargo ship, after the collapse of peace talks that Washington had hoped would open one of the world's most important shipping corridors.
US soldier allegedly bet on Maduro operation using intel
AFP, Published on 24/04/2026
» WASHINGTON - A US soldier faces charges for using classified information to bet on online prediction markets related to the US operation to capture former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, the Department of Justice said on Thursday.