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News, Published on 12/02/2024
» A history student told me recently that he loves researching the 20th century but can't see the point of the Middle Ages. I responded that it can be a big help to understanding our own times -- very troubled times -- to view them in the context even of the remote past.
Published on 09/03/2020
» Italy started its first working day after a government decree sought to curb movement within the country’s financial hub. Germany plans to boost investment to help its economy and the Trump administration is drafting measures to blunt the economic fallout from the outbreak.
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 08/01/2016
» The Bangkok Planetarium -- along with the prime minister's chair and tanks -- has been one of the capital's most popular destinations on Children's Day for many years. After 50 years in operation, the planetarium recently underwent its first major facelift; the ceremony to unveil it was held on Tuesday, just in time for Children's Day tomorrow.
Published on 01/06/2015
» HONG KONG/LONDON — Tokyo stocks chalked up a 12th straight gain Monday, their best run in more than a quarter of a century, while Europe's stock markets climbed in opening trade .
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/11/2010
» Computer software can be used to predict floods and limit damage. A new website in Thailand shares the open source secrets of its construction.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/10/2010
» Student chefs from Thailand won a special prize for style at a recent culinary competition held in South Korea.