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Detention centres stuck in past century
Spectrum, Jasmine Chia, Published on 18/02/2018
» 'Thailand 4.0" is the military government's oft-heard catchphrase, but Thailand's immigration detention system is a relic from a previous century. The need for detention centre reform is not simply humanitarian, but economic, social and political.
Checking up on universal coverage
Spectrum, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 18/02/2018
» Installing the right medical facilities to take care of a sick family member at home could cost nearly the entire fortune for a household of six people. In the centre of Bangkok's commercial Lumpini area, the shabby-looking house of the Jan-urai family stands amid the Bon Kai community, a slum adjacent to the high-end Polo Club where the wealthy Bangkok elite gather for sporting events.
Pro-election groups ramp up pressure
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/02/2018
» Pro-election activists are ratcheting up pressure on the regime after setting a clear timetable for rallies to continue until at least May and challenging politicians to choose between the people and the military.
Asian Federation to push for 5th Grand Slam in continent
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 18/02/2018
» The Asian Tennis Federation has unveiled an ambitious plan to push for a fifth Grand Slam.