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UHC needs more funds
News, Editorial, Published on 05/09/2024
» With a Shinawatra returning to Government House, seeing the lavishing upgrade in the 30-baht universal healthcare coverage (UHC) is unsurprising. Nicknamed "the Gold Card" public healthcare system, it was conceived in 2002 under a Thai Rak Thai-led government with Thaksin Shinawatra as prime minister.
49 'danger' spots named in Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 04/09/2024
» PHUKET: Old Phuket town is among 49 places deemed vulnerable to flash floods or landslides, the Mineral Resources Department said on Tuesday as the tourist island battened down for another dose of bad weather.
CP LAND Unveils James Jirayu as Brand Ambassador
Published on 08/08/2024
» C.P. LAND Public Company Limited (CP LAND), a leading force in Thailand's real estate market, has appointed the renowned artist and actor James Jirayu Tangsrisuk as its new brand ambassador. This announcement coincides with the launch of their latest advertising campaign, "True Happiness in Every Imagination," which features James Jirayu in the role of the Dream Observer. The campaign is set to captivate audiences and will be available on CP LAND’s YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X channels starting August 7, 2024
Egat to launch third floating solar project
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 14/06/2024
» The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) has announced plans to outsource engineering, procurement and construction firms for the development of a third solar floating project on the Srinagarind Dam reservoir, according to the deputy governor for power plant development and renewable energy.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: June 14-20
Guru, Published on 14/06/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 19-25
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 19/04/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Farewell to a maestro
Life, John Clewley, Published on 10/04/2024
» The world of molam has been in mourning since news emerged that Thailand's greatest phin player Thongsai Thap Thanon passed away on March 20 at his home in Warin Chamrap district, Ubon Ratchathani, at the age of 77. The phin is a two- or three-stringed Isan Lao lute that is part of the trinity of molam instruments, along with the iconic khaen (free reed bamboo mouth organ) and the sor (fiddle).
Guru's Weekly Buzz: March 29-April 4
Guru, Published on 29/03/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Thailand's path to inclusive growth
Oped, Published on 07/02/2024
» Thailand's decision to implement a 10,000-baht Digital Wallet Scheme (DWS) marks a significant step in its ambition to bolster economic competitiveness and growth.
Healthcare watches launched for elderly
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 10/01/2024
» The 5G digital health innovation project funded by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has launched a prototype health monitoring wristwatch for the elderly, aiming to bridge the digital access gap for seniors and promote preventive healthcare systems.