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New China-US spat takes shine off stocks
Business, Published on 25/07/2020
» Recap: Global shares ended the week on a downbeat note despite a bounceback in European business activity as concerns flared over intensifying China-US tensions, while gold approached its all-time high of US$1,920 per ounce.
An 'abominable' act
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/07/2020
» In dropping charges against Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya, the Thai police and the Thai government have once again boldly revealed their corrupt souls. Absent shame or mitigating circumstances they have defined their version of justice, integrity and dictatorial rule by law in this abominable decision.
Leeds finally back after painful journey
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 25/07/2020
» When Leeds United went into administration in 2007, their new chairman Ken Bates commented: "Right now we are at the bottom of our cycle, but Leeds United are one of the big six clubs. The small clubs can have their day in the sun but eventually they go back where they came from. Leeds will always be a big club."
Gen Z: poorer and more depressed than any before them
News, Published on 25/07/2020
» According to polls, Generation Z -- people born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s -- share startling characteristics. They are more lonely, depressed and suicidal than any previous generation. They are more likely than earlier generations to be poorer than their parents and they are the first generation expected to live shorter lives than their parents. They also care deeply about racial justice and led the largest climate strikes last year.
Six soldiers test positive on return from US drills
News, Published on 25/07/2020
» Six Thai troops returning from training in Hawaii this week were among 10 people who tested positive for Covid-19, according to the army.
Gold speculators advised to resist profit-chasing
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 25/07/2020
» Gold speculators are being urged to exercise caution after the domestic gold price continued to make all-time highs this week, with gold futures also experiencing substantial trading volume.
Energy for All extension on wish list
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/07/2020
» Business leaders and farm communities want the next energy minister to continue the Energy for All renewable power scheme, which took effect last year under the previous holder of the post, Sontirat Sontijirawong, who recently resigned.
DTAC says 4G satisfies customer needs for now
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 25/07/2020
» Total Access Communication (DTAC), the country's third-largest mobile operator by subscribers, says it will take another two years before 5G is widely adopted in Thailand, and in the meantime customers are well served by the firm's existing 4G networks.
Clip returns to haunt Wirachai
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 25/07/2020
» The Royal Thai Police Office (RTPO) has initiated legal action against deputy national police chief Pol Gen Wirachai Songmetta for allegedly releasing an audio clip which caused damage to the police force, according to an official source.
Dim long weekend ahead
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 25/07/2020
» Domestic travel during the four-day weekend is expected to be less lively, with average hotel occupancy running at just 24%, due to plentiful holidays in July.