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The datacentre arms race hits pause in south-east Asia
Nov 7, 2026 - Lifestyle
Power and water constraints are pressuring what seemed like a juggernaut of growth for the region just months agoIn early 2026, Thailand’s datacentre industry was on a roll. The country’s board of investment had recently announced approval of datacentre projects from Tiktok, a UAE-based Skyline datacentre and Singapore’s Bridge datacentres, totalling a planned investment of $27bn.As the year has passed, however, what once seemed like a new industrial juggernaut has ground to a halt. Thailand paused construction on 49 projects and approval decisions on 117 more in September 2026, amidst growing concern about the lack of sufficient details for regulation and monitoring. It is not alone in reconsidering datacentre projects. In neighbouring Indonesia, the governor of the country’s most populous province of West Java halted construction on a datacentre due to lack of permits and an incomplete environmental assessment process. Continue reading...
Jackson Boxer’s vegetarian recipe for roast beetroot with pickled raisins and blue cheese
Nov 7, 2026 - Lifestyle
Surprise yourself with the flavours in this roast beetroot spiked with pickled raisins and salty blue cheeseIt’s not uncommon for people to form negative relationships with certain vegetables as a consequence of only ever having had them boiled to disintegration, a blunt approach that’s unlikely to bring out the best in any of us. Beetroot, especially, are vastly improved by being roasted instead, because that way they cook gently in their own juices. Not only does this much improve their texture, but it concentrates their innate, earthy richness, rather than leaching out of them. Beetroot’s high level of natural sweetness makes it a perfect foil for sharp dressings and even sharper cheeses.Jackson Boxer is chef/owner of Brunswick House, Vesper and Dove, all in London, and culinary director of Cowley Manor near Cheltenham and the Henrietta in London Continue reading...
Tom Walsh Rebuilds Trust Between Dog Owners and Veterinarians
Nov 7, 2026 - Lifestyle 
Dr. Tom Walsh is the veterinarian-owner and canine rehabilitation practitioner at PrimePet Rehabilitation Therapy in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where he treats about 30 dogs a day and supervises two associate therapists. Through his practice and an online community, he aims to improve communication between veterinarians and dog owners. In Dr. Walsh’s view, the veterinary […] The post Tom Walsh Rebuilds Trust Between Dog Owners and Veterinarians appeared first on Grit Daily News.
Gregg Dungan: A Marketing Specialist Finding Success as a Travel Agent
Nov 7, 2026 - Lifestyle 
With over four decades of professional experience, Gregg Dungan found success as a leader in sales and marketing. Today, Dungan applies the same unique skill set as the owner of Travel-a-Go-Go Travel LLC, a travel agency. In each role, he strives to build lasting client relationships by always putting customer service over profit. Dungan completed […] The post Gregg Dungan: A Marketing Specialist Finding Success as a Travel Agent appeared first on Grit Daily News.
Five Beverage Gifts Worth Bringing to the Holiday Party This Year
Nov 6, 2026 - Lifestyle 
A good holiday gift should feel like someone put a little thought into it. For the wine lover, that might mean an especially good bottle. For the cocktail enthusiast, something unexpected that deserves a place behind the bar. And for the person who already seems to have everything, a drink with an interesting story can […] The post Five Beverage Gifts Worth Bringing to the Holiday Party This Year appeared first on Grit Daily News.