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Hospitality study in Switzerland now: it's actually perfect timing
Published on 31/08/2020
» “Despite economic uncertainties and higher rates of unemployment across sectors, not only hospitality, great organisations are not standing still but are transforming,” remarked Mr. Ekthana Faisaikram, Managing Director of Ekthana Hospitality Education Services Co., Ltd.
AP – Spotify and 40 famed artists Launches Make Living Great Again Music Inspiration
Published on 31/08/2020
» AP – Spotify and 40 famed artists Launches Make Living Great Again Music Inspiration Offers 400 songs to keep Thais encouraged
Don't rush to reopen
News, Editorial, Published on 31/08/2020
» In an attempt to revive tourism, the government came up with a plan to reopen the country to foreign visitors under the so-called Phuket model, which was, at best, cautiously welcomed by businesses. While the plan is worth trying, the government must pay heed to local residents' views, or the scheme could fail.
China's Theme Parks Boom as Tourists Have Nowhere to Go
Business, Published on 31/08/2020
» With foreign vacations off limits, China is in the middle of a theme-park boom as domestic tourists seek amusements in their own backyards.
Throwing paint is not peaceful protest
News, Veera Prateepchaikul, Published on 31/08/2020
» The throwing of blue paint by Bottom Blues Band lead singer Chaiamorn Kaewwiboonpan at a police officer during an anti-establishment rally in front of Samran Rat police station on Friday is definitely not a form of "paint as protest", a symbolic public act listed in The Politics of Nonviolent Action by Gene Sharp.
Credit Abe with Japan's middle power evolution
Oped, Published on 31/08/2020
» After a record stint at the helm, Shinzo Abe is resigning as prime minister because of health complications. His departure comes in the middle of an epic security dilemma with China and could signal the end of a long pursuit of constitutional changes that would normalise Japan. His tenure in office can be assessed by assertiveness, pragmatic diplomacy, and the creation of partnerships that have propelled Japan from a reluctant sycophant of American foreign policy priorities to a more "proactive" and reliable regional partner.
Change is coming
News, Postbag, Published on 31/08/2020
» Re: "Govt must act to shield protesters", (Editorial, Aug 30).
Allocate vaccines on equal terms
News, Published on 31/08/2020
» A safe and effective vaccine could play a significant role in mitigating the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet, even if such a vaccine is found, it is highly unlikely that a sufficient number of doses could be produced in the next 2-3 years to ensure equitable access for everyone. So, when a Covid-19 vaccine becomes available, who should get it first?
Students find their voice
News, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 31/08/2020
» The latest series of protests did not only shake up political stability and widened the gap between the younger and older generations, but they have also driven a wedge between teachers and students.
Tech institute gets the nod for quarantine facility
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 31/08/2020
» The Asian Institute of Technology is the first school to have a quarantine facility approved by the Public Health Ministry, according to the Foreign Ministry.