Novice school gets recognition
The Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao Suchadaram School for novices in Lampang should serve as a model school due to its ability to produce high-quality students, according to the Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA) following their assessment of educational institutions in the kingdom.Continue Reading
Commentary: There are better ways than no-show fees to help restaurants
The costs of no-shows and last-minute cancellations can add up quickly for restaurants. With more implementing reservation fees, there are other solutions that help restaurants and benefit customers too, says Oddle CEO Jonathan Lim.Continue Reading
Commentary: Is Myanmar’s pivot to Russia pragmatic or ill-advised?
The relationship between Myanmar and Russia has become increasingly close. This is fuelled by practical considerations as well as geopolitics, says a researcher.Continue Reading
Xi Jinping’s third term: After a decade of building the Belt and Road, where does China go from here?
“Being labelled as China’s ‘strongman’ after Mao Zedong, Xi has proven himself as a different kind of Chinese leader. “Through his constant consolidation of power within the party and the country’s political system, he has showcased his ambition and growing confidence by pursuing the BRI at the world stage –Continue Reading
Thailand abstains in UN vote
Thailand has abstained from a vote to condemn Russia’s annexation of four eastern regions of Ukraine, citing concerns that it would reduce the chances for diplomacy to bring about a negotiated solution to the crisis.Continue Reading
Will the latest curbs cool Singapore property stocks?
Is it time to invest in property shares? Analysts tell CNA why they have not written off Singapore-listed property stocks entirely, despite the cooling measures.Continue Reading
Economy due for makeover, Abhisit warns
Thailand is lagging behind other Southeast Asian countries in recovering from the impact of Covid-19, and it needs to remodel its economic structure to remain competitive, according to former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva.Continue Reading
Nearly 700 Thai students flock back after reopening
More than 670 Thais have returned to China to continue their studies after their education was suspended for over two years due to Covid-19, according to the Thai-Chinese Students Association (TCSA).Continue Reading
Thousands honour Rama IX
Thousands of people converged at Chalerm Phrakiat Park in Dusit district on Thursday to observe a royal ceremony presided over by His Majesty the King, marking the unveiling of a statue of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great in remembrance of the late king.Continue Reading
Fresh jab campaign to cover young kids
The Ministry of Public Health is urging parents to vaccinate children between the ages of six months and four years against Covid-19, as it rolls out a new vaccination campaign in a bid to boost immunity among young children nationwide.Continue Reading