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Child refugees finally get aid
Editorial, Published on 21/07/2024
» For the past three decades, Thailand's international standing on child rights protection has been marred by its refusal to recognise the need to assist refugee children. No longer.
Why Bua Noi needs a sanctuary
Oped, Published on 17/07/2024
» Animals at Pata Zoo in Bangkok are condemned to prison for life. Among them is Bua Noi, a gorilla whose existence has been reduced to staring blankly at a television screen from her enclosure, as seen in a viral video. This isn't the life she deserves. Gorillas need freedom, not television.
Alternative investments will cost Gen Zs dearly
News, Published on 17/07/2024
» Younger investors are thinking about their investment portfolios all wrong, and it's not entirely their fault. Ultimately, it's up to them to recognise where the best long-term returns lie before too much precious time is wasted.
Is cannabis a viable health option?
Oped, Published on 17/07/2024
» Cannabis has been known as a herbal plant with psychoactive effects for thousands of years. The herb has been used for both medical and recreational purposes. As the plant is addictive, several countries have categorised it as a narcotic drug.
Don't tamper with Social Security Fund
Oped, Editorial, Published on 16/07/2024
» The Srettha government is considering various measures to resuscitate the country's economy, including reducing financial contributions to the Social Security Fund (SSF) -- the state pension and welfare fund for millions of workers and retirees.
Early education helps shape future
News, Published on 15/07/2024
» During the first five years of a child's life, the brain increases 300% in size but more importantly, the neural connections which allow the brain to function increase even more. During the crucial first three years, synaptic linkages surge from zero to 1,000 trillion, far more than at any other time in life. One can therefore make the case that supporting early brain development is one of the most critical investments a society can make. In fact, Nobel Laureate James Heckman found that there is a positive 13% return on investment for early childhood education programmes.
NBT must serve public
Oped, Editorial, Published on 13/07/2024
» On Thursday, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, celebrated the 36th anniversary of the National Broadcasting Services of Thailand (NBT).
'Save Thap Lan' campaign just a ruse
Oped, Sanitsuda Ekachai, Published on 12/07/2024
» The viral "Save Thap Lan" campaign on social media is probably the biggest hoax of the year. As simple as that.
Danger to pensioners
Oped, Postbag, Published on 12/07/2024
» Re: "Pension pickle", (PostBag July 10).
Jobs for the elderly
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/07/2024
» The recent story about a 61-year-old man who sought a job through the Mirror Foundation, an NGO that helps the homeless and unemployed, suggests there is a need for state agencies to streamline their policies regarding the employment of the elderly.