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Physical punishment, especially hitting children, seems to be normal for many Thai parents. On a popular webboard in Thailand, a post in 2021 asked readers when was the last time they were hit by parents. Readers shared their experiences, with some saying they were hit during primary school or junior…

Bangkok Post · Apr 3, 2022

Robert Ashe obituary

Other lives: Humanitarian aid worker who helped people flee from the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia

The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2022

Govt lays out energy supply plan

Thailand is unlikely to face the shortages of electricity being experienced in Vietnam and Sri Lanka, the Energy Ministry said on Saturday in an attempt to allay fears that the problem could spread to Thailand as well.

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

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Latest Omicron variant 'XE' arrives

Thailand on Saturday reported its first case of Omicron XE, a combination of two previous versions of the Omicron variant, shortly after the World Health Organisation (WHO) warned about the new hybrid.

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

Bimstec's time to shine has come

From the tales of Lord Rama to the wisdom of Lord Buddha, the South Asian and Southeast Asian regions are not only historically intertwined, but also founded on a shared cultural heritage. Perhaps this shared history alone was enough to convince four nations under the Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and…

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

Thailand Open: Men and women boxers handed contrasting draws, Minakshi to begin Indian challenge

NEW DELHI: Indian women boxers were handed relatively tough draws compared to their male counterparts at the Thailand Open International boxing tournament, beginning in Phuket on Sunday with Minakshi (51kg) kick-starting the country's challenge on the opening day.

The Times of India · Apr 2, 2022

Activists call for end to 'Slapp' cases

Thai authorities should uphold the right to freedom of expression by decriminalising defamation, a human rights group has said after the dismissal of criminal defamation cases brought against two activists by a local chicken processor.

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

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Lese majeste defendant allowed to study in Germany

Pro-democracy activist Rawisara Eksakul has been granted permission to leave Thailand to study in Germany despite facing a royal defamation charge in connection with a rally outside the German embassy in Bangkok in 2020.

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

Thailand, southern insurgent group to halt violence during Ramadan

The Thai government on Saturday hailed "significant progress" in the latest talks with the main group fighting an insurgency in Thailand's Muslim deep south after the sides agreed to stop violence during the upcoming holy month of Ramadan.

Reuters · Apr 2, 2022

Robert Godec nominated as US ambassador to Thailand

WASHINGTON: United States President Joe Biden has announced his intention to nominate Robert F Godec to serve as ambassador to Thailand, the White House said in a statement on Friday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 2, 2022

Reopening gathers steam

Thailand's reopening to foreign travellers took another big step forward on Friday as pre-travel RT-PCR tests and certificate requirements ended for visitors arriving under the Test & Go, Sandbox and quarantine programmes, with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha calling on businesses and the public to ensure there were no hiccups.

Bangkok Post · Apr 1, 2022

US solar panel probe draws protest from ministry

The Commerce Ministry is preparing to protest against a US investigation that could result in tariffs on solar panels imported from four Southeast Asian nations including Thailand.

Bangkok Post · Apr 1, 2022

BIMSTEC after the Colombo summit

The question to address now is whether the multilateral grouping is capable of tackling the challenges facing the region

The Hindu · Apr 1, 2022

Katie Price gives fans a proper look at new tattoo she got in Thailand

Katie Price and her fiancé Carl Woods enjoyed a sunny holiday in Koh Samui, Thailand, last month. She even got a sleeve tattoo while she was there

Daily Mirror · Apr 1, 2022

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The Times of India · Apr 1, 2022

Kemmer wins Gurugram Challenge, Arjun Bhati finishes third

NUH (Haryana): American Dodge Kemmer fired a brilliant last round of six-under 66 to win the Gurugram Challenge by three shots ahead of Thailand's Chanat Sakulpolaphaisan (68) on Friday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 1, 2022

KBank weighs sale of $2bn asset manager unit

Kasikornbank Plc, Thailand’s second-biggest lender, is considering options for its asset management business including a sale amid interest from other industry players, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bangkok Post · Apr 1, 2022

Man charged with smuggling drug money to Myanmar

CHIANG RAI: A man has been arrested and charged with smuggling more than 500 million baht in drug money from Thailand to Myanmar using a courier service over the past year.

Bangkok Post · Apr 1, 2022

No pre-travel Covid-19 tests for arrivals

The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration confirmed on Thursday that travellers arriving in Thailand will no longer require pre-travel Covid-19 tests from April 1 onwards.

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Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

Computer shortage looming

Thailand's computer market risks a shortage by the middle of this year while slower demand can be expected because of the sluggish economy, according to IT distributor Advice.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

AIS letter opposes rivals' merger

Advanced Info Service (AIS), Thailand's biggest mobile operator by subscriber base, has written to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) to express opposition to the planned merger of its rivals True Corporation and Total Access Communication (DTAC), according to a source at the regulator.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

Women to drive post-pandemic change

Women are expected to play a key role in the recovery of the world's coronavirus-hit economy, and they can start doing so at home in Thailand.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

Bank of Thailand upbeat on Q1 rebound

The Bank of Thailand assesses the economy as being on a recovery path in the first quarter this year, supported by the export and tourism sectors despite several uncertainties.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

James Dyson wants bright sparks

Budding inventors and aspiring young engineers in Thailand are invited to submit their radical and game-changing ideas to the "James Dyson Award 2022" which offers up to 222,000 baht to national winners, plus a chance to win 1.33 million baht in the global competition.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

CBRE expects demand to stay strong

Property consultant CBRE Thailand aims to secure 13.8 billion baht in residential sales in 2022, a year-on-year growth of 15%, with luxury low-rise houses and resort homes the key drivers.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2022

Digital art festival showcases local talent

Recognising the country's art scene and digital economy, Siam Piwat and Iconsiam have joined forces with Baandam Museum, Kasikorn X and Plan B Media to host the first Thailand Digital Arts Festival 2022 (TDAF2022) to provide a platform for Thai artists to showcase their creativity and create new visual art…

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