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'Paris of the East' turns 'Concrete Oven'
Oped, Drew B Mallory, Published on 29/04/2026
» If you stand on the banks of the Khlong Saen Saep today, near the glossy high-rises of Wireless Road, you are witnessing a battle for the soul of Bangkok. On one hand, you see the future: concrete embankments and new walkways, part of a government push to connect the city in the vein of European capitals or our neighbour, Singapore. On the other hand, you see the ghosts of the past: fresh stumps of rain trees that stood for decades, severed to make way for the very cement intended to "beautify" the city. It is a paradox that defines modern Bangkok. We are a city desperate to be green, yet addicted to grey.
Higher education ministry touts Thai green innovations
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) wants to drive Thailand to become a high-income nation by promoting Thai green innovations in the global market.
Young girl dies in car while waiting for mum
Chakkrapan Natanri, Published on 28/04/2026
» KHON KAEN: A four-year-old girl was found dead inside the family car where she had gone to wait after her mother promised to take her out soon, police said.
Doctors hail robotic kidney transplant
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/04/2026
» Rajavithi Hospital has successfully carried out Thailand’s first robot-assisted kidney transplant using an organ from a brain-dead donor, marking a milestone in the country’s medical advancement and transplant capability.
B6.4-billion budget approved for Andaman health hub
Post Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a budget of 6.43 billion baht for the Andaman International Health and Wellness Center as proposed by Prince of Songkla University (PSU), with an aim to upgrade healthcare services in Phuket and neighbouring Andaman provinces.
Sawanu Travel Elevates Thai Marine Tourism to Global Premium Standards
Published on 28/04/2026
» Phuket: Sawanu Travel, a leading boat tour service provider in Phuket, hosted an exclusive open house trip featuring premium seafaring experience under the concept of "Elevating Thai Seas to Global Premium Standards". This aims to elevate the Thai marine tourism experience to international standards and reflect Thailand's potential as a world-class tourist destination, aligning with the Tourism Authority of Thailand's (TAT) direction to promote Thai tourism industry to grow sustainably with quality.
‘Dusit Ajara Hua Hin’: Homes Where ‘Living is All About Well-Being'
Published on 28/04/2026
» BANGKOK: In an era of rapid global transformation, the concept of living has evolved into a new dimension that places greater emphasis on quality of life than ever before. Today’s consumers no longer view a home merely as a place of residence, but as a space that can genuinely fulfil happiness and life balance. This aligns with the emerging “Joyspan” trend, which prioritises meaningful and joyful life experiences over longevity alone.
Thai AirAsia adjusts, scraps flights as high fuel prices bite
Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» Thai AirAsia will reduce the frequency or temporarily halt flights on some routes, most notably to India, as it struggles with high jet fuel prices amid the continuing conflict in the Middle East.
Nations gather for fossil-fuel exit talks
AFP, Published on 28/04/2026
» SANTA MARTA, Colombia - Representatives of about 50 governments meet in Colombia on Tuesday for the first international talks on phasing out planet-heating fossil fuels, against a backdrop of the Iran war and a global energy crunch.
CP Group, SEGA to extend renowned gaming IP into Thai-Asean markets
Published on 28/04/2026
» BANGKOK, April 27, 2026 — Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), the Thai business conglomerate, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SEGA, the renowned Japanese video game company, to explore entertainment sector opportunities in Thailand and across the Asean region. This will include consideration of commercial development possibilities at a later stage.