Bangkok Post - May 03, 2025

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May 03, 2025

Hospital admits blood error

The hospital that first treated the man who died after a concrete slab fell on his car on Rama II Road this week has admitted it administered him the wrong blood type.

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Troops withdraw from ancient temple after bilateral talks

Military officials from Thailand and Cambodia held talks yesterday to reduce tensions after both governments agreed to withdraw their troops from Prasat Ta Muen Thom, an ancient Khmer temple, in Surin.

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Slaying the healthcare zombie

Deep reform seen as only way to save crisis-stricken system, writes Apinya Wipatayotin

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One more infected by anthrax

One more anthrax case has been confirmed in Mukdahan province, while more than 600 are believed to have been exposed to the deadly bacterial disease.

1 min

TV hosts sue auditor-general

Two television hosts yesterday filed a police complaint against Auditor-General Montien Charoenphol over the collapse of the State Auditor Office's (SAO) 2.1-billion-baht building on March 28.

1 min

New Prachin Buri bypass to ease traffic

Highway 3481 will ease congestion in Prachin Buri and boost connectivity with Cambodia. DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS

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Airport runway, security overhaul near completion

Surat Thani airport is undergoing an infrastructure upgrade that will improve services, convenience, and security for passengers, said Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri.

1 min

New medical AI database aims to boost diagnosis

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has launched its Medical AI Data Platform, a centralised digital infrastructure designed to use artificial intelligence to accelerate medical diagnosis and reduce healthcare disparities.

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'Retirement lottery' scheme earns praise

The World Bank's commendation of the government's “retirement lottery” bodes well for the kingdom's behavioural policy design, says Assoc Prof Auschala Chalayonnavin, dean of the Faculty of Social Administration at Thammasat University.

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Tiered tax system on cigarettes under fire

Lower prices 'will encourage smoking'

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EC acknowledges bribe allegation

Election Commission (EC) chairman Ittiporn Boonpracong acknowledged an accusation against EC commissioner Thitichet Nuchanat, who has been accused by a former auditor-general of accepting a bribe.

1 min

Engineer loses B8m in DSI call swindle

A 32-year-old engineer holding a doctorate degree was swindled out of more than 8 million baht by a sophisticated call centre scam gang posing as officials from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI).

1 min

Mogul sentenced for land grab

Court hands prison terms to nine individuals over title deeds controversy

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Thaksin not going to his PGH hearing

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will submit a written statement to the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions when it opens an inquiry on June 13 over claims that his prison sentence may not have been adequately enforced, according to his lawyer.

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Thailand eyes OECD membership by 2030

Thailand aims to become a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2030, which would help align the country’s policy frameworks with international standards, boost investment, and amplify its voice on global economic platforms.

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Russian air strikes wound 31

Russian strikes wounded more than 30 people in Ukraine overnight, officials said yesterday, a day after Kyiv and Washington signed a landmark minerals deal.

1 min

Ex-lawmaker calls jail experience 'surreal

A former Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmaker yesterday recounted her “surreal” experience being jailed for more than four years under the city’s national security law.

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Support for Reform UK Party surges

Farage says Labour vote 'has collapsed'

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Victory Day event set for Monday

Britain kicks off four days of events on Monday marking 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe, lent extra poignancy by the fading of the \"Greatest Generation\" and renewed global turbulence.

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PM urges voters to re-elect his cabinet

Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong called on Thursday for voters to re-elect all members of his cabinet, on the final day of campaigning before an election today in which some ministers face unusually close fights to keep their seats.

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Pakistan orders stockpiling of food as tensions flare

Pakistan-administered Kashmir called on residents near the de facto border with the Indian side of the region to stockpile food yesterday as tensions flare between the arch-rivals following a deadly attack last month.

1 min

Woman says she was sexually assaulted on flight

A woman has filed a lawsuit against American Airlines, saying a man sexually assaulted her during a red-eye flight from San Francisco to Dallas last year.

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Govt wagers $500m on universal vax

The United States is investing US$500 million (16 billion baht) in a vaccine project, with the goal of making “universal” vaccines that protect against multiple strains of a virus at once, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing emails.

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Gaza aid work on 'verge of total collapse

Famine looms again despite UN warning

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Farmers return to fields held by rebels

Farmers in a breadbasket town in eastern Congo who previously fled heavy fighting are facing new challenges as they return to tend fields now under rebel control, a phenomenon playing out across the war-hit region.

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Taiwan to mark World War II’s end in history narrative battle

Xi Jinping to attend Moscow military parade a day later, write Ben Blanchard and Yimou Lee

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Thaksin probe welcome

Later is always better than never. The Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions is doing the right thing in deciding to launch an inquiry into claims of improper enforcement of the prison sentence against former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

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China ramps up global yuan push

As Chinese President Xi Jinping toured Southeast Asia last month to forge closer ties against higher US tariffs, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) was seizing a moment of confusion and disruption in global trade to promote greater usage of the yuan.

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Hospital stay haunts Thaksin again

A decision of the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions to launch an inquiry into claims of improper enforcement of the prison sentence against ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra over what is known as the \"14th floor saga\" has triggered wild speculation about another round of political bargaining games.

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Trump's first 100 days spark global messaging battle

As the Trump administration marked 100 days in office this past week, China's state broadcaster described what it called “100 days of chaos” and said the government in Beijing was providing “stability to a changing and turbulent world”.

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Investors pause after gold's record highs

Gold prices have steadied after surging to a record high amid early signs of consolidation following the rally built on fears around US President Donald Trump's trade policies.

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Ryu, Ariya start strong after agony

Ryu Hae-Ran and Ariya Jutanugarn shook off disappointing finishes in the Chevron Championship to start strong on Thursday at the LPGA Black Desert Championship, where Ryu’s nine birdies gave her a one-stroke first-round lead.

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Knick of time! Brunson stuns Detroit

Leonard and Harden force game 7 in LA

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Wrexham make league history

While Liverpool were deservedly clinching their 20th top flight title last weekend, just 40km down the road across the Welsh border a less heralded club were making their own piece of history.

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Lakers lick wounds, eye overhaul and boot camp

LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka said on Thursday the franchise is preparing for a busy summer as the club looks to rebuild its roster after a bitterly disappointing first round exit in the NBA playoffs.

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Gauff whips Swiatek, enters final

Coco Gauff dismantled defending champion Iga Swiatek 6-1, 6-1 on Thursday with a ruthless display to storm into her first Madrid Open final, where she will face world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka for the WTA 1000 title.

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Buriram eye quad as cup test looms

Newly crowned Thai League 1 champions Buriram United will take on second-tier Chanthaburi in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup as their quadruple quest continues today.

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Man U red hot in Basque bash

Visitors seize control of Europa semi-finals

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Bees dent Forest's UCL dreams

Nottingham Forest suffered a huge blow in their push for a return to the Champions League after decades away as Brentford came away from the City Ground with a 2-0 win on Thursday.

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Alvarez aims to land Scull knockout blow

Mexican boxing legend Saul “Canelo” Alvarez will be looking to unify the super middleweight titles this weekend, when he squares off with IBF champion William Scull in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh.

1 min

Robinhood, Foodpanda eye tie-up

Yip In Tsoi eager to work with food delivery app before it folds

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KEX Express prepares to delist

KEX Express (Thailand), formerly known as Kerry Express, is getting ready to delist from the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), with major shareholder SF International Holding (Thailand) or SFTH launching a tender offer for all ordinary shares not held by the company.

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Thai AI committee sets goals and guidelines

The National AI Committee chaired by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has set guidelines to transform Thailand using artificial intelligence, aiming for AI literacy for 10 million users and producing 90,000 AI professionals and 50,000 AI developers within two years.

1 min

Empowering the Silver Age workforce

New career paths emerging for workers over age 55, according to Jobsdb

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Tourism surveys Chinese market

The decline of the significant mainland market has affected a key driver of GDP

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SHARES ADVANCE ON OPTIMISM ABOUT CHINA-US TALKS

RECAP: Asian shares rose to the highest level in a month and US equity-index futures advanced yesterday after China said it is evaluating trade talks with the US, boosting optimism that tariff tensions will cool.

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Hoteliers take a chance with price fluctuation

Rates vary widely based on seasons as operators seek to avoid deep discounts, writes Narumon Kasemsuk

3 mins

CHINA HAS AN EDGE IN ROBOTS AMID TARIFF WAR

Rising in factory equipment competence are giving China an advantage in manufacturing and other industries

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How Labubu turned into a global sensation

Online and in person, people are clamouring to get their hands on Labubu, which are dolls that are 'well-intentioned' but somewhat mischievous, writes Alisha Haridasani Gupta from New York

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US retailers fear tariffs may cause Christmas toy shortage

US President Donald Trump's China tariffs are threatening Christmas.

5 mins

Lotus Emira V6 review

Traditional V6 sports car finally meets the Autocar timing gear, write Illya Verpraet and Felix Page

6 mins

Amazon-backed Slate reveals bare-bones EV pickup for US

Michigan-based EV startup will begin production of the ultra-utilitarian, 240-mile Truck next year, writes Felix Page

1 min

US shuts loophole, roiling online sales

Vendors trying to blunt the pain from tariffs on low-cost Chinese goods

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Cyberattack hits Harrods in UK

London department store Harrods said on Thursday hackers had attempted to break into its systems, the third high-profile cyber attack on a UK retailer in two weeks, following incidents at Marks & Spencer and the Co-op Group.

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