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Stop forcing terminally ill benefit claimants to prove illness, leading charities urge
Read more: Stop forcing terminally ill benefit claimants to prove illness, leading charities urgeExclusive: The current system is ‘simply wrong’, more than 30 organisations write
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Backlash at selfish Hampstead Heath swimmers grows after three days of splashing, throwing balls and taking dogs for a dip at bird paradise pond during nesting season
Read more: Backlash at selfish Hampstead Heath swimmers grows after three days of splashing, throwing balls and taking dogs for a dip at bird paradise pond during nesting seasonHundreds of revellers descended upon the Model Boating Pond in north London on Wednesday, which is supposed to be a ‘no swimming zone’ and safe haven for nesting birds.
Asia
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Amnesty International decries alleged police killing of boy, 14, in Indonesia’s Maluku
Read more: Amnesty International decries alleged police killing of boy, 14, in Indonesia’s MalukuArianto Tawakal’s family denied allegations that the 14-year-old was involved in illegal street racing when he was struck with a helmet by a police officer while riding his motorcycle.
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Taipei knife attack: Suspect began planning assault as early as April 2024, police say
Read more: Taipei knife attack: Suspect began planning assault as early as April 2024, police sayPolice say Chang Wen, 27, purchased items with possible offensive or defensive uses, including tactical gloves, a gas mask, a protective shield and industrial alcohol.
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Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidays
Read more: Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidaysIt comes as authorities ramped up security measures for major holiday events, including the Taipei Marathon and year-end festive celebrations.
Thailand
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Chadchart exit may trigger vote
Read more: Chadchart exit may trigger voteIf Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt resigns from office, a new gubernatorial election must be held within 60 days, says the Bangkok Election Commission.
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Concerns over Land Bridge grow
Read more: Concerns over Land Bridge growThe proposed Land Bridge project has returned to the centre of national debate, with supporters hailing it as a potential economic game-changer and critics warning it could become one of Thailand’s costliest and most environmentally damaging gambles.
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People’s Party vows to mount strong defence
Read more: People’s Party vows to mount strong defenceTen People’s Party (PP) MPs vowed on Friday to fight a Supreme Court case to the fullest extent over allegations tied to a proposed amendment to Section 112 of the Criminal Code, the lese majeste law.
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Your horoscope for April 24-30
Read more: Your horoscope for April 24-30Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post’s famously accurate fortune teller. Let’s see how you will fare this week and beyond.
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Anti-graft body defends ruling on Saksayam
Read more: Anti-graft body defends ruling on SaksayamThe National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has concluded its investigation into former transport minister Saksayam Chidchob, saying that there is no evidence that he intentionally filed false asset declarations or concealed information.
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Amnesty International decries alleged police killing of boy, 14, in Indonesia’s Maluku
Read more: Amnesty International decries alleged police killing of boy, 14, in Indonesia’s MalukuArianto Tawakal’s family denied allegations that the 14-year-old was involved in illegal street racing when he was struck with a helmet by a police officer while riding his motorcycle.
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Refinery margin cuts increased to B5 per litre
Read more: Refinery margin cuts increased to B5 per litreA government panel has increased the reduction in the refining margin to 5 baht per litre, from 2 baht earlier, in a move aimed at easing fuel costs.
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As AI evolves, people debate whether machines deserve feelings and rights
Read more: As AI evolves, people debate whether machines deserve feelings and rightsHumanoid robots powered by artificial intelligence are moving from science fiction to daily life, raising ethical and legal questions worldwide. Thai philosopher and artificial intelligence ethics expert tells the Bangkok Post that if machines one day gain self-awareness, they may deserve basic rights and protection. As Thailand and the global technology industry debate robot welfare,…
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Gunman in MP shooting confesses, mastermind still unknown
Read more: Gunman in MP shooting confesses, mastermind still unknownA former naval reconnaissance officer arrested on Wednesday has admitted to being the gunman in an attack on a Narathiwat MP, say police, though they remain sceptical of his claim about the identity of the mastermind.