AI In-brief 25 Sept 07:54

Thamanat’s Anutin engraved watch sparks coalition speculation

Kla Tham Party leader Thamanat Prompow was seen wearing a Casio watch engraved with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's name, sparking speculation that his party might leave the opposition to join the coalition government.
The watch, reportedly one of many purchased and engraved by Anutin for close associates, was implied to have been directly passed from Anutin to Thamanat, intensifying rumors of a political alliance.

AI In-brief Today 17:00

The stories behind Chulalongkorn’s graduation photos

Chulalongkorn University's "Times within Devalai" exhibition reveals the rich history and diverse student memories tied to the Maha Vajiravudh Building, a renowned graduation photo backdrop.
The exhibition features over 1,000 items, including rare books, photographs, and personal artifacts, illustrating generations of campus life from the Faculty of Arts' first class to recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visitors can explore the architectural significance of the Maha Vajiravudh Building, known as "Tuek Wat," which has served as classrooms and libraries since the late 1950s, before its upcoming 2.5-year restoration.
The display highlights the varied personal connections students hold with Devalai, from specific classroom memories to the unique 1995 graduation ceremony, inviting current visitors to share their own recollections.