MILESTONES

Resumed: By the European Union, in an official notice from official Brussels, full relations “at all levels” with Thailand. The principled stand to pursue a free-trade agreement and money next year followed its principled stand never, ever to countenance a military coup that overthrew a democratic regime. In its pursuit for gelt, Brussels emphasised, it will continue to call very, very weakly for restoration of full democracy.

Reopening: On Saturday for testing, the new, improved dual-lane bicycle track around Suvarnabhumi airport. Hipsters will need identity “snaps”, available at the sponsoring bank or at the track up until Saturday. The track, which doesn’t go anywhere, is meant for car owners who can drive their bikes to the airport, ride a while, then drive back home. Airports of Thailand forgot to mention the cost of the luxury, lighted course.

Died: In hospital at 73 after a battle against lung cancer, distinguished former Ramkhamhaeng University rector Rangsan Saengsuk. During a life of public service, Rangsan was a senator and member of the National Legislative Assembly. But his legacy is found at RU, where he served four times as rector of Thailand’s most important university, before retiring in 2007.

Agreed: By the European Union, a divorce agreement acceptable to its future ex-spouse, the United Kingdom. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker and British Prime Minister Theresa May were as scathing in their criticism of each other as any estranged couple. “Breaking up is hard,” said the male. Now their lawyers can say good riddance.

Legalised: By a not seriously contested vote in the House of Commons, same-sex marriage in Australia. Four MPs voted against after the Senate passed the measure by a closer margin of 43-12. Within two days, marriages were being performed.