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Kershaw carries Dodgers to 4-2 win over Rays, brink of World Series crown
AFP, Published on 26/10/2020
» ARLINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The Los Angeles Dodgers, led by pitcher Clayton Kershaw's gutsy performance, shook off a crushing defeat to beat Tampa Bay 4-2 and move within one win of their first World Series title in 32 years on Sunday.
'Resist the blackmail': French companies brace for Arab boycott
AFP, Published on 26/10/2020
» PARIS - France's largest employers' federation on Monday urged companies to "resist the blackmail" over a product boycott by Arab countries as a backlash widens over Paris's hardened stance against radical Islam.
Macron and Erdogan, no love lost
AFP, Published on 27/10/2020
» PARIS - The relationship between French President Emmanuel Macron and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan has degenerated in recent months from diplomatic disagreements to annoyance to outright insults.
AWC keen on ailing hotels
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/10/2020
» SET-listed Asset World Corp Plc (AWC), a property arm owned by the Sirivadhanabhakdi family, is continuing with its investment plan of 30 billion baht for 2021-25 and is keen to buy cash-strapped hotels in Thailand.
Koh Samui operators sanguine about infection, ASQ plans
Business, Published on 27/10/2020
» The tourism sector in Koh Samui is unfazed by the local coronavirus case found on the island, but operators have asked the government to be more rigorous with alternative state quarantine (ASQ) safety measures to prevent another incident in the future.
Diplomatic synergy and clarity needed
News, Published on 27/10/2020
» Thailand's external engagements need the necessary synergy among intra-government agencies as well as strategic clarity. To face the future challenges of a post-Covid-19 world, the country requires a more holistic approach and decision-making that includes all stakeholders. In addition, sufficient financial and human resources must be available in sustainable ways to ensure dynamic policy research, design and implementation to preserve and advance national interests.
Building a culture of reading
Life, Published on 27/10/2020
» Like other businesses, Sirote Jiraprayoon's bookstores have been affected by the Covid-19 crisis. However, the veteran bookseller has taken this unique opportunity to strengthen his e-commerce business model. Over the past few years, he has learned how to utilise social media to build a community where readers can share their passion in a safe environment.
Unrest spurs curriculum overhaul in social studies
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/10/2020
» In response to the mounting tension between anti-government protesters and pro-monarchy groups, the Ministry of Education is revamping the Basic Education Core Curriculum by placing more emphasis on key political events from 1932-1957 to promote an understanding among youth.
AIG names new CEO, breaks up its insurance business
AFP, Published on 27/10/2020
» NEW YORK - Global insurer AIG announced a multi-part shake up on Monday, naming a new CEO and splitting its business in two.
Suriya: Protests not derailing FDI
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/10/2020
» The student-led protests against the government will not seriously affect the domestic economy as foreign investors view them as a short-term event, less frightening than the pandemic, says Industry Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.