Paul McCartney no longer gently weeps for his original bass guitar. A five-year search by the manufacturer of the instrument was aided by a husband-and-wife team of journalists that helped reunite The Beatles star with the distinctive violin-shaped 1961 electric Höfner that went missing a half-century ago and is estimated to be worth 10 million pounds ($12.6 million).

At just 11 years old, Jayata “Thad” Tieanworn has once again captivated the nation. A 6th grader at International School Bangkok (ISB), Thad was again honoured earlier this month with the prestigious “Child and Youth Who Has Brought Fame to Thailand” trophy presented by the Education Ministry and invited to the Thai Parliament for a courtesy call with the Prime Minister.