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Phi Phi Island facing drought
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/05/2024
» Locals on Phi Phi Island have not had enough fresh water for their needs for over two months, leading to the consideration of temporary closures of some business operations if the dry spell continues.
Phi Phi Island drought could lead to closures
News, Published on 07/05/2024
» Locals on Phi Phi Island have not had enough fresh water for their needs for over two months, leading to the consideration of temporary closures of some business operations should the dry spell continue.
PM vows action on debt, drugs and drought
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/05/2024
» MAHA SARAKHAM: The government is stepping up efforts to address the country's informal debt, drought and narcotics problems, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said in Maha Sarakham's Phayakkhaphum Phisai district on Sunday.
Drought puts pressure on durian farmers
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/05/2024
» Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Thamanat Prompow has ordered officials to provide assistance to durian farmers in the East, as the prolonged drought and scorching heat threaten to spoil their valuable crops right before the harvest season.
Thai durian export dominance to China threatened by Vietnam
News, Published on 04/05/2024
» Thailand's position as the top exporter of fresh durians to China might be at risk, said an industry source quoted by Xinhua News Agency.
Inflation rises after 7 months of falling prices
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/05/2024
» Inflation in Thailand last month was positive for the first time in seven months after the government permitted retailers to raise the price of diesel, while the prices of fresh food and vegetables increased thanks to the recent heatwave.
Taking on Bangkok's punishing heat
Oped, Danny Marks, Published on 03/05/2024
» As scorching temperatures blanket Thailand, setting new records in several regions, Bangkok and its outskirts are enduring the full force of the relentless heatwave. Bangkok sizzled under a heat index exceeding 52C on Tuesday, a measure that combines temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it actually feels. Tragically, heat-related fatalities in the country have reached 30 this year alone. A recent study reveals the unequal impact of urban heat intensity on Bangkok's residents, with lower-income individuals facing heightened heat stress during daily activities and rest.
Taliban touts regional energy trade hub
Published on 02/05/2024
» KABUL - The Taliban has agreed with Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to build a logistics hub in western Afghanistan aimed at making the war-torn nation a major logistics point for regional exports, including oil from Russia to South Asia, the country’s commerce minister said.
Phuket begs for water fix
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/05/2024
» Tourism authorities in Phuket are begging the government to deal with the water shortage problem which is contributing to higher costs for hotel operators amid growing numbers of visitors.
Index falls for 18th month in a row
Business, Published on 01/05/2024
» A recent increase in domestic diesel prices is fuelling fresh concerns about inflation as Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) fell by 5.13% year-on-year in March, attributed to the sluggish automotive industry, says the Office of Industrial Economics.