EDITORIALS

The government must resist the idea of an economic quick fix

It's wiser to spend money on education and infrastructure for long-term benefit

THAI TALK

People's nominee versus political surrogates
At a time when the term "nominee" is considered taboo in Thai politics, Rosana Tositrakul - who won....
Government must keep its hands off the civil service
Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej offered the wrong impression of reshuffles in the civil service during his....
TALK OF THE TOWN

CASINO ROYALE
Upon returning from Cambodia, Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej declared that he planned to open casinos in five....

Some people might think, that dismissing Pol-Gen. Seripisut and, earlier, the DSI chief would be a pay-back....

Bangkok's best bars and pubs
Our nightlife reporter bids weekend a fond farewell with a recap of her seven favourite watering holes
Get it while it's tasty
Thai and international favourites, plus a few exotic items, are prepared in an open-kitchen
Babymime in full view
The acclaimed Thai pantomime troupe collaborates with top director nikorn saetang for their first solo show
Shopping by the sea
Along with the beach, there is an extensive selection of items worth browsing for in local markets