The price of gold will be confirmed to be on a long-term downward trend if it fails to stay above US$4,100 per ounce, which could occur this week amid escalating tensions and a prolonged conflict in the Middle East, traders say.

Thai shares dropped sharply on Monday, in the same direction as other markets in Asia, as the United States and Iran traded escalating ‌threats and Israel planned for “weeks” more fighting, sending oil prices on another roller-coaster ride.

LONDON – Eight years ago, Pep Guardiola began one of the most ​dominant periods by any manager in the history of ‌English football by masterminding a defeat of Arsenal in the League Cup final.

The issue of sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic priority for governments and enterprises worldwide, as countries seek greater control over critical digital infrastructure, data and computing capabilities.

Packaging may be the next industry to bear the brunt of petrochemical supply disruptions if the Israel-US war on Iran does not abate, says Veera Kwanloetchit, a director of the Public Private Partnership for Sustainable Plastic and Waste Management.

Nicknamed the “Bangkok Dragon”, the Asian water monitor has become an unexpected tourist draw thanks to its unusually calm, non-aggressive nature.  These lizards are widespread beyond Lumpini Park, thriving along canals and wetlands across the capital and even appearing near Government House — where, some quip, honest politicians diligently work for the people.