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Will the global economy stall?
News, Eswar Prasad and Caroline Smiltneks, Published on 21/04/2025
» The timing could hardly have been less propitious. Just as the world economy was showing signs of stabilising, the odds of a policy-induced global recession have risen significantly. The latest update to the Brookings-FT Tiger index reveals a mixed picture, with the financial index declining and private-sector confidence crumbling even as macroeconomic data (which lag the other indicators) suggest a more benign scenario.
WHO praises Dr Suwit's contribution
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/04/2023
» Dr Suwit Wibulpolprasert, an adviser to the Office of Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health, has been recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO) for his contributions to public health.
Behold, the exam results god
News, Apichin Chitviriyakul, Published on 27/02/2023
» Travelling to a revered location and worshipping sacred items is catching on among the young, with Buddhist and Hindu temples popular domestic tourist attractions, a new report says.
Haven't had Covid? Maybe you've just been lucky
News, Faye Flam, Published on 15/07/2022
» There's a trend for experts who've yet to test positive for Covid to explain their disease virginity on social media, detailing all the steps they've taken to evade the increasingly pervasive virus. Covid virginity is becoming more special now that it describes a shrinking minority. The lucky few, like weight-loss gurus, are only too happy to share their secrets to success.
Nepal, Thailand and Buddhism
News, Ganesh Prasad Dhakal, Published on 16/05/2022
» According to the lunar calendar, Sunday, May 15, was a full moon day, which coincides with the birthday, enlightenment day and passing away of Gautam Buddha. Therefore, it is the most important day for followers of Buddhism all over the world.
King Rama X on a mission to help
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 04/05/2020
» His Majesty the King's commitment to improving the wellbeing of Thais was reflected in the first speech which the monarch delivered upon his coronation amid solemn and ornate royal rituals inside the Grand Palace on May 4 last year.
Mount Everest 'traffic jam' needs action
News, Aditya Rana, Published on 02/06/2019
» In 1852, Bengali surveyor and mathematician Radhanath Sikhdar, who was employed by the British under the ambitious Trigonometrical Survey of Indian subcontinent project, proclaimed "Peak XV" as the highest point on Earth at 8,840 metres.
King thanks everyone involved in coronation
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/05/2019
» His Majesty the King has conveyed his thanks to everyone involved in organising the coronation ceremonies on May 4-6, according to an announcement released by the Bureau of the Royal Household on Sunday.
Well-wishers brave the heat to pay homage to HM the King
News, Dumrongkiat Mala and Thana Boonlert, Published on 07/05/2019
» A sea of well-wishers clad in yellow endured the scorching heat in front of the balcony of the Suddhaisavarya Prasad Throne Hall on Monday, where Their Majesties the King and Queen granted a public audience to Thais from across the country.
His Majesty praises 'unity'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 07/05/2019
» His Majesty the King said he was impressed by the unity among the Thai people who gathered to offer him their best wishes during his grand public audience.