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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.
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.
Thai Airways to almost double fuel surcharges this week
Online Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» Thai Airways International will raise its fuel surcharges by nearly 100% on many routes for tickets issued from May 1 onwards to cope with the soaring price of jet fuel.
‘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.
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.
For the average price of a car in the US, you could buy 5 new Chinese EVs
Reuters, Published on 28/04/2026
» BEIJING - Call it a different kind of sticker shock.
Officials set to consider increasing solar purchases
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 28/04/2026
» The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) will meet on Wednesday to consider a plan to buy more solar power from households and businesses, with the intention of encouraging people to generate their own electricity.
High-profile influencer to run special durian promotion
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 28/04/2026
» A campaign by a famous Thai influencer selling durians at 100 baht each is aimed at boosting consumption of smaller, lower-grade durians, says the Commerce Ministry.
40-baht rail fare scheme fast-tracked
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/04/2026
» The Department of Rail Transport (DRT) has been ordered to accelerate a 40-baht flat fare policy for electric rail systems to help ease living costs as part of a broader plan to modernise and expand the national rail network.