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One killed, another injured in building collapse in Phitsanuloke
A site worker was killed and another injured when a partially completed building, in the compound of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) in the northern province of Phitsanuloke, collapsed in... The post One killed, another injured in building collapse in Phitsanuloke first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
Health minister challenged over young boys seen smoking weed in Pattaya
A Democrat MP has demanded accountability from Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul over an incident involving two young boys pictured smoking cannabis in Pattaya. Dr. Banyat Jetanajan, an MP for... The post Health minister challenged over young boys seen smoking weed in Pattaya first appeared on Thai PBS World :
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
Govt Certifies 6 Safe Ride-Hailing Apps
The government approved six mobile phone applications for people to hail taxis safely with reasonable fares.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai News Agency
Source: Surat Boromsuk
Brand and Design Development for Thai GI Products to Enter Global Markets
The Department of Intellectual Property and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) shared ideas to develop the brands and designs of Thai products with geographical indications (GI) for their competitive edge in global markets.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai News Agency
Source: Surat Boromsuk
Some good news for Thai economy amid many negative factors
The Thai economy grew 4.5 per cent year on year in the third quarter of 2022, exceeding market expectations.  Gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the third quarter nearly doubled... The post Some good news for Thai economy amid many negative factors first appeared on Thai PBS World : The
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Tulip Naksompop Blauw
Travel + Leisure India readers choose Phuket as their ‘Best Wedding Destination’
The Readers’ Choice Awards voting of Phuket as Best Wedding Destination reflects the ongoing love Indian travellers have for Thailand as a preferred romance destination. The kingdom was named ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ for two years running at the 10th Anniversary Edition of the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards 2021.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: TAT Newsroom
Source: TAT Newsroom
New farming model to launch on Dec 5
The government will launch its Khok Nong Na model for community development in Ubon Ratchathani on World Soil Day next week, promoting sustainable development of rural areas.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Chinese cities ease COVID curbs as virus keeps spreading
Some communities in Chinese cities where COVID-19 is still spreading are easing off on testing requirements and quarantine rules ahead of an expected shift in virus policies nationwide after widespread social unrest. The uneven... The post Chinese cities ease COVID curbs as virus keeps spreading first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: jeerapas@thaipbs.or.th
Burning container truck blocks Thap Lan park tunnel
A trailer truck hauling a container loaded with car tyres caught fire in the tunnel between Khao Yai and Thap Lan national parks in Na Di district of Prachin Buri late on Thursday night, and the north-bound road was still closed to traffic on Friday.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Thai street kids ripping bong hits ignites anti-cannabis fervor
Weed liberalization was dealt another blow in the court of public opinion today after photos spread of children smoking from water pipes on a Pattaya beach. Cannabis opponents are seizing on recent images of two children toking on bamboo bongs to condemn the now six-month old de facto legalization of
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Coconuts Bangkok
First Deltacron Case Has Mild Symptom
The first COVID’s Deltacron (XBC) case of the country had mild symptoms, according to the Department of Disease Control.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai News Agency
Source: Surat Boromsuk
Producer of lethal weight loss pill arrested
Police have arrested the co-producer of a weight loss pill which caused the death of three people, after he breached bail conditions set by the court.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
In crowded camps, Rohingya refugees embrace family planning
Rohingya cleric Abdur Rashid still believes children are divine gifts, but life in a Bangladeshi refugee camp with six little mouths to feed has left him and his wife unwilling... The post In crowded camps, Rohingya refugees embrace family planning first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: jeerapas@thaipbs.or.th
Prayut, Prawit at crossroads
When straightforward replies should have been preferred but are replaced instead with elusiveness, it’s safe to assume that something is amiss. Over the past few days, both Prime Minister Prayut... The post Prayut, Prawit at crossroads first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai news in English, News
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: jeerapas@thaipbs.or.th
Thai Enquirer News Summary – December 2, 2022
The post Thai Enquirer News Summary – December 2, 2022 appeared first on Thai Enquirer.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai Enquirer
Source: Thai Enquirer Summary
Thai Enquirer News Summary – December 2, 2022
The post Thai Enquirer News Summary – December 2, 2022 appeared first on Thai Enquirer.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai Enquirer
Source: Thai Enquirer Summary
Bangchak sees EBITDA reaching 100 billion Baht by 2030, looks to invest 200 billion Baht in CAPEX
Bangchak Corporation Plc (BCP), one of Thailand leading refinery and service station, has set a target of achieving earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) of 100 billion Baht over the next 7-years while undertaking a capital expenditure of 200 billion Baht during the period. BCP, which for the
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai Enquirer
Source: Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich
Big Read– Thailand’s 2023 economic growth story faces major headwinds as global slowdown to play a bigger role
Thailand much hyped economic growth for 2023 could face a lot of headwinds as global economic slowdown could have an impact on all sectors – exports, tourism, industrial production, and thus domestic consumption. The fear of a possible miss of the projected gross domestic product (GDP) growth has already prompted
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Thai Enquirer
Source: Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich
Plugging the gap
Thailand has resumed importing legal migrant workers under memorandums of understanding signed with neighbouring countries after the Covid-19 pandemic eased.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Plugging the gap
Thailand has resumed importing legal migrant workers under memorandums of understanding signed with neighbouring countries after the Covid-19 pandemic eased.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Govt sets goals to end Aids epidemic
The government is aiming to eradicate Thailand's Aids epidemic by 2030, said deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul yesterday.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Cops shut illegal waste tips
Police have shut down 16 illegal rubbish tips in nine Bangkok districts and arrested seven people for allegedly operating them.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
CP chief wants biz students in workforce at 18
Dhanin Chearavanont, the senior chairman of Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group, has suggested business students graduate from university at 18 instead of 22 years old so that they can join the workforce and help the country's economy by gaining experience earlier.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
MPs oppose Skytrain fare increases
MPs from three major parties are opposing an increase in fares on Bangkok's Skytrain system, despite Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt saying the fare hikes are in line with contractual obligations.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
More triad-gang details emerge
The Chinese criminal syndicate linked to businessman Chaiyanat "Tuhao" Kornchayanant had in 2020 purchased plots of land worth more than 400 million baht through a Thai nominee, according to former politician and massage parlour tycoon Chuvit Kamolvisit.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Aed Carabao cleared
The Royal Forest Department has cleared musician Yuenyong Opakul, aka Aed Carabao, of a land encroachment allegation.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
CP chair offers upbeat outlook
Despite global challenges, business growth in Thailand will be positive next year, Dhanin Chearavanont, senior chairman of Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group, said yesterday.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
NBTC 'to issue payback ultimatum' on footy rights
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) will demand the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) return funds of 600 million baht if it is unable to fulfil an agreement it made involving the World Cup 2022 broadcasting rights, a source said yesterday.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
TAT taps Iconsiam for NYE
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has joined hands with the Iconsiam shopping complex and partners to organise a New Year's Eve countdown featuring a display of 30,000 fireworks along the Chao Phraya River.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Isan farmers turn to growing maize
The Royal Initiative Discovery Institute is supporting about 2,000 rice growers in three northeastern provinces to grow maize following their rice harvest, in a pilot project aimed at helping them supplement their income in the coming dry season.
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Bangkok Post
Singer Aed Carabao’s land does not encroach onto national forest reserve
Two plots of land in Thailand’s Saraburi Province, owned by famous singer Yuenyong Opakul, aka “Aed Carabao”, are not located in Thap Kwang-Muak Lek national forest reserves, according to the... The post Singer Aed Carabao’s land does not encroach onto national forest reserve first appeared on Thai PBS World :
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
Critics regroup as China eases some COVID-19 restrictions
December 1, 2022: Beijing may have to prepare itself for a “Despite high case numbers” narrative after widespread protests against the “Zero COVID” policy forced it to ease some tough measures.... The post Critics regroup as China eases some COVID-19 restrictions first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Tulsathit
NACC says Racha Thewa TAO has the right to buy more “fancy” lamp posts
Thailand’s National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will not interfere with the decision of the Racha Thewa Tambon (sub-district) Administration Organisation (TAO) to procure an additional 727 “fancy” lamp posts, at an... The post NACC says Racha Thewa TAO has the right to buy more “fancy” lamp posts first appeared on Thai
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
Driving licence point deductions to start Jan 9
A points deduction system for traffic violations will begin on Jan 9 next year, with the loss of all points resulting in a 90-day suspension of drivers’ licences, according to officials.
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Bangkok Post
Musk set to finally take wraps off Tesla truck – to tough crowd
Tesla is set to unveil on Thursday its long-delayed Semi, a 18-wheeler heavy duty vehicle that has faced skepticism from industry experts who doubt battery electric trucks can take the strain... The post Musk set to finally take wraps off Tesla truck - to tough crowd first appeared on Thai PBS
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
TAT Governor: Thailand aiming for 80% of pre-pandemic tourism revenue within 2023
As one of the speakers of the panel on “The Recovery of Travel in Asia and the Pacific”, Mr. Yuthasak underlined the strategies and approaches TAT was using to achieve these targets, while forecasting a return to 80% of the overall tourism revenue of the pre-pandemic era. He also stated
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: TAT Newsroom
Source: TAT Newsroom
Government and opposition MPs blame each other for collapse of House meeting
Government and opposition whips resorted to finger-pointing over the collapse of the House meeting today (Thursday), due to a lack of a quorum. The House was scheduled to vote on... The post Government and opposition MPs blame each other for collapse of House meeting first appeared on Thai PBS World
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai PBS World
Source: Kitipat Chuensukjit
Policewoman, boyfriend arraigned in court for abuse of maid
A policewoman whose alleged abuse of her soldier-maid made headlines three months ago, and her boyfriend, have been arraigned in court on charges including human trafficking.
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Bangkok Post
Thailand shows BIE global gathering it is ready to host ‘Specialised Expo 2028’ in Phuket
Thailand reaffirmed its readiness in all areas to host the Specialised Expo 2028, which it would be held in Phuket. The second country presentation focused on policy support, details on thematic subjects for the Expo, and the master plan and conceptual design of the Expo site. The post Thailand shows
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: TAT Newsroom
Source: TAT Newsroom
Point Deduction on Bad Drivers to Start on Jan 9
Point deduction will start on Jan 9 next year on the drivers who violate traffic rules, said the national police chief.
Published on: 2022-12-01
Source: Thai News Agency
Source: Pantipa Wacharath

 

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