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SPORTS

Sinner strolls through, Keys makes shaky start

Sports, Published on 21/01/2026

» Melbourne: Jannik Sinner barely broke sweat in launching his quest to win a third Australian Open in a row yesterday as Madison Keys got the defence of her crown off to a stuttering start.

BUSINESS

Japan remains a favourite among Thai travellers

Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 21/01/2026

» After securing more than 40 million foreign arrivals for the first time in 2025, Japan is expected to continue attracting Thai travellers this year despite a possible three‑fold increase in the departure tax to ¥3,000, though high airfares remain a factor to monitor.

THAILAND

Vote-buying claims dismissed by senior politicians

News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/01/2026

» Senior politicians have dismissed allegations of widespread vote‑buying ahead of the election, rejecting reports that cash handouts have surged to record levels.

OPINION

Peace board price tag

Oped, Editorial, Published on 21/01/2026

» Thailand has received an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join his newly proposed "Board of Peace", an organisation ostensibly aimed at overseeing the reconstruction and peace process in Gaza following more than two years of devastating conflict.

THAILAND

Anti-graft fight heads Sudarat's poll bid

News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 21/01/2026

» Thai Sang Thai Party leader Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan has placed clean politics and an uncompromising anti-corruption agenda at the centre of her party's election campaign, positioning the small party as an alternative to Thailand's dominant political blocs.

BUSINESS

New land appraisal prices to have limited impact

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/01/2026

» A new round of land appraisal prices to be effective in 2027 is expected to increase land prices along mass transit lines in Bangkok and surrounding areas by no more than 10%, attributed to the ongoing economic slowdown.

BUSINESS

Pundit calls for smarter energy policies

Business, Yuthana Praiwan and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 21/01/2026

» Political parties are urged to make smarter decisions to address living costs in the energy sector as previous price subsidy schemes were unhealthy for the economy, says Praipol Koomsup, an economist at Thammasat University who was an assistant to former energy minister Narongchai Akrasanee.

PROPERTY

Sansiri targets B48bn presales in 2026

Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/01/2026

» SET-listed developer Sansiri has outlined its 2026 business plan, focusing on resilient growth amid a fragile economic environment and weak purchasing power, while maintaining its leadership in Thailand's real estate sector.

BUSINESS

IHG to add nearly 40 hotels to Thai portfolio in 3-5 years

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/01/2026

» Thailand still has an undersupply of hotel rooms, according to international chain IHG Hotels & Resorts, which aims to add nearly 40 hotels here in 3-5 years, adding the next government should address the strong currency.

WORLD

Muted anniversary: Trump marks first year back with grievances

AFP, Published on 21/01/2026

» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump marked the first anniversary of his return to the White House on Tuesday with a rambling, often downbeat news conference that leaned heavily on familiar grievances rather than celebration.