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In a spirited push towards peace and collaboration, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra took to the social sphere last Thursday with a message of unity. Her post, bursting with optimism, highlighted the vital alliance between Thailand and Malaysia as they gear up to tackle the unrest in Thailand’s poignant deep South. The vibrant exchange with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim wasn’t just another diplomatic gesture; it was a beacon of hope. Together, they envisioned the upcoming inauguration of the new transborder road that seamlessly stitches Thailand and Malaysia via the Sadao-Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpoints. This is more than just infrastructure; it’s a symbolic bridge of cooperation, with a joint cabinet meeting slated to set the roadmap later this year. The phone call served as an echo of the region’s need for tranquility, underlining the pressing necessity for both nations to harmonize efforts on border development and peace. As tensions simmered and…

The tranquil hustle and bustle of Bangkok has been a little less vibrant since the sudden collapse of the under-construction State Audit Office (SAO) building. As the clock ticked past 6:00 PM on May 9, 2025, the city had a somber air as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) released an update to a weary populace: 109 souls directly affected, 89 lives tragically ended, four found breathing a second chance, nine nursing injuries, and seven still fluttering somewhere between hope and despair. It was the evening of March 28 that fate had its say, when an 8.2-magnitude earthquake rippled across the earth near Mandalay, Myanmar. The tremors proved too much for the 30-storey structure standing tall on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, as the building buckled under the seismic whisper of nature, taking with it the lives of over a hundred workers caught in its grasp. Tavida Kamolvej, blessed with the daunting…

Chatree Ladalalitsakul, a revered National Artist and the mastermind architect behind the monumental new parliament building, has found himself amidst the fray, passionately contesting numerous renovation plans. His resolute voice echoes the sentiment that this architectural masterpiece stands as a vital piece of national art, deserving untouched reverence unless the original creators give their authentic nod. For a grueling decade, Chatree maintained a dignified silence, absorbing a storm of criticisms and defamation. “This parliament is a crowning achievement of our architectural panorama in the past century,” he defended, his voice tinged with the weariness of a decade-long battle. Reluctantly stepping back after handing over the project, Chatree admits, “I was urged to stay mum, but my frustrations have burgeoned beyond containment.” His Thursday visit to the parliament carried more than just words—it was an urgent plea delivered to the Senate subcommittee on creative arts, urging restraint on alterations. Contributing to…

As the sun beams its glow upon the Chao Phraya River, the scene inside Bangkok’s majestic new parliament complex is not as serene. With the humdrum of political discussions overshadowed by a whirlwind of issues, it’s the grandeur of architecture rather than the affairs of state that recently stole the spotlight. Leading the charge into the depths of governmental transparency is Parit Wacharasindhu, the dynamic MP from the People’s Party, whose mission is to dissect the details of five particular renovation projects drawing particular attention from the public purse. The densest cloud of contention hangs over a proposed car park building set to inflate parliamentary budgets to the tune of 4.6 billion baht over three years. Picture this: a sprawling underground lot potentially housing 6,500 vehicles beneath the lawns of parliamentary grandeur. Aligning this vision with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s requirements, which call for a less extravagant 3,500 spaces, strains credulity.…

Something’s cooking in the political landscape of Thailand, where the scent of high drama and intrigue hangs heavily in the air. At the heart of it all, buzzing like a bee in a bonnet, is an investigation concerning former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s stint at the Police General Hospital (PGH) – a saga that’s got tongues wagging and gavel-holders frowning. Ah, the sweet aroma of scandal! The Supreme Court’s esteemed Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions has turned its beady eye onto Thaksin’s cozy hospital stay, with whispers ricocheting around corridors of power that perhaps the ex-leader’s prison sentence hasn’t been enforced with enough vigor. As if on cue, the Medical Council of Thailand (MCT) then commenced an act of theatrical discipline, targeting three doctors involved. One got a proverbial slap on the wrist with a formal warning, while his colleagues saw their medical licenses unceremoniously suspended for conjuring…

The enigmatic case gripping the heart of Kanchanaburi revolves around the tragic demise of a 28-year-old party entertainer named Mark, whose lifeless body was fished out from the Khwae Noi River on a fateful day, February 28. The picture painted by his untimely death is mysterious, casting shadows over the vibrant riverside accommodation where Mark was last seen performing his mesmerizing acts. Mark was a young Thai man, full of life and known for bringing sparkle to parties. Little did anyone know that his last journey to this picturesque floating accommodation would be shadowed by grave suspicions and sorrow. Mark and his jovial entourage, comprising a gay man named Rin and a fellow entertainer named Mew, checked into this riverside haven on February 26. Together, they were to break the monotony with music and laughter, a job Mark had been hired to do. However, the morning of February 28 dawned…

The solar rooftop market in Thailand is hurtling towards an electrifying future, with fierce competition brewing amidst the falling prices and an ever-expanding supply from enthusiastic manufacturers. This charge towards renewable energy has been sparked by a series of innovative governmental pushes. Among the frontrunners is EnergyLIB, a nimble solar energy solutions provider that has proudly unveiled a snazzy new solar system tailored for townhouses. Not to be left out of this sunlit race, a powerhouse consortium has risen, comprised of the esteemed German cable manufacturer Lapp Holding Asia, the dynamic Hong Kong conglomerate Jebsen and Jessen Group, and the charismatic Chinese solar panel virtuosos, Deye. JJ-Lapp’s general manager, Chatchai Wajakiet, wagers that as prices tumble and the Thai government graciously relaxes regulations around solar installations, the demand for solar rooftop panels will soar to new heights. The enterprising trendsetters leading the charge are, unsurprisingly, the office owners and factory…