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"Dream City" Festival Sparks Urban Human Development, Boosting Children's Brain Skills
Bangkok hosted a groundbreaking "Dream City" festival focusing on early childhood brain skill development through Executive Function (EF) training. The event brought together educators, parents, and child development experts to support a new approach to childhood learning and social skills.
Washington Post Cuts One-Third of Staff in Major Journalism Restructuring
The Washington Post has dramatically cut one-third of its staff, eliminating key sections like sports and foreign bureaus in a major restructuring. The move represents a significant blow to journalism, with critics arguing it threatens the newspaper's legendary status and the broader media landscape.
SEC Warns MJD Bondholders to Exercise Rights at Bondholder Meeting on Feb 10
The Securities and Exchange Commission has called for bondholders of 7 MJD bond series to participate in a crucial meeting on February 10. The meeting will discuss a potential waiver of financial ratio requirements for the bond issuer, with bondholders asked to carefully review the proposed resolution and its potential impacts.
Faith's Power Supports Medical Care: Chao Khun Noi of Wat Intharawihan Donates Special Room for Ailing Monks
A group of donors led by Chao Khun Noi from Wat Intharawihan donated 485,000 baht to Sukhothai Hospital to create a special care room for ailing monks. The donation aims to provide a supportive and peaceful environment for monk patients to recover both physically and spiritually.
Arne Highlights Manchester City Match as Crucial Test - Praises Joelinton as Talented Player
Liverpool manager Arne Slot views the upcoming Manchester City match as a critical test for the team's development. The match, set for February 8th at Anfield, follows a previous 0-3 defeat and represents an opportunity for Liverpool to demonstrate their competitive potential.
SCB FM Sets Baht Exchange Rate Range for February at 31.40–31.90, Predicts Medium-Term Strengthening
SCB Financial Markets forecasts the Thai baht will trade between 31.40-31.90 to the US dollar in February, with potential sideways movement. The prediction comes amid complex international financial dynamics, including gold price fluctuations and potential central bank interventions.
Kasetsart University Presents Agricultural Innovation and Technology Awards at Agricultural Fair 2026
Kasetsart University celebrated agricultural innovation by hosting its 4th annual technology competition, recognizing groundbreaking projects across different categories. The event showcased cutting-edge agricultural technologies designed to support sustainable development in Thailand's farming sector.
Gold Prices Go Wild! 101 Price Changes in a Single Day - A Historic Record
Thailand's gold market experienced an unprecedented day of volatility, with prices changing 101 times in a single day. The Gold Traders Association reported dramatic price fluctuations between 100-200 baht per unit, creating a historic record in the country's financial markets.
Supreme Court Removes Democrat Party Candidate from Election List Due to Fraud Conviction
The Supreme Court has disqualified Democrat Party candidate Chat Chai Chansai from running in the upcoming elections due to a previous fraud conviction. The ruling prevents him from participating in the parliamentary election based on legal provisions prohibiting candidates with criminal records from seeking office.
Kla Tham Party Candidate for Krabi District 3 Visits Election Commission to Investigate Rights Rumors
Kla Tham Party candidate Saranyoo Rakmit confronted rumors of potential election disqualification by visiting the Krabi Election Commission. The candidate believes the rumors are a deliberate attempt by political rivals to discredit him, while election officials confirmed no candidate has been disqualified.
World Cancer Day, February 4th: Your Story Has the Power to Change the World of Cancer
World Cancer Day event invites individuals to share personal cancer experiences and promote understanding. The dialogue aims to highlight the unique journeys of cancer patients, caregivers, and medical professionals while emphasizing collective support and empowerment.
Still Agile! 68-Year-Old Chinese Grandma Forgets House Keys, Climbs 5-Meter Wall with Ease
A 68-year-old Chinese woman has become an internet sensation after demonstrating her remarkable agility by scaling a 5-meter wall when she forgot her house keys. Despite her age, Ms. Gao remains incredibly fit and has turned wall climbing into a routine solution for her forgetfulness.