JR Tokai plans S0 Shinkansen with automated operation for 2029
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Drivers will handle departures and emergency braking; the new trains will brake sooner after quake detection and are expected to use 6% less electricity.
Indonesia to accept foreign assistance to fight forest fires
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Malaysia and Singapore have offered assistance, while Indonesian officials work on technical arrangements and plan a review of domestic firefighting resources.
Why Thailand’s most popular party can’t win. | The Signal Ep 46
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Thailand’s People’s Party has repeatedly challenged the country’s political establishment, drawing the support of millions along the way. But despite its popularity, the movement has been confined to the opposition, bleeding members and facing multiple legal challenges.
Climate adaptation could create or protect 150m jobs: World Bank
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
At the IMF–World Bank meetings in Bangkok, Paschal Donohoe says climate adaptation could create or protect up to 150 million jobs, as climate-related funding reaches US$96 billion.
AI is a Formula One Race at Night Without Brakes, Warns Anthropic Co-Founder
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Business and tech leaders at the IMF–World Bank meetings agree artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented investment and productivity, but warn that jobs, safety and regulation remain critically unsettled
Thailand targets trade and tourism gains at IMF–World Bank meetings
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Suphajee highlights expected spending by an estimated 20,000 visitors and plans talks with Swiss representatives and the World Trade Organization chief.