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Siam Paragon Hosts Cultural Event for King’s Birthday
Published on 26/07/2024
» To commemorate His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of Thailand’s 72nd birthday anniversary on 28 July 2024, Siam Paragon, in collaboration with 12 embassies to Thailand, is hosting “The Nation Unites in Commemorating His Majesty the King” event from 26-29 July 2024 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon. The event features cultural performances from Thailand and 12 countries under the concept “Long-Standing Relations.” Additionally, a majestic floral exhibit by internationally-renowned florist Sakul Inthakul is on display at The Jewel, M Floor, throughout July 2024, supported by Siam Commercial Bank PCL and Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd.
Thailand cuts car manufacturing target to 1.7m in 2024
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/07/2024
» Months-long sluggish car sales have caused the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) to reduce its car manufacturing target for 2024 to 1.7 million units, down from 1.9 million units.
Senate splinters as factions vie to control Speaker pick
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/07/2024
» Senators are already campaigning for their choices to take up the coveted senate speaker and deputy roles.
University of Wisconsin Celebrates 175 Years of Innovation
Published on 19/07/2024
» The grand celebration of the University of Wisconsin's 175th anniversary saw a joyous gathering of alumni and current students from Thailand and around the globe. The event, filled with happiness, smiles, and heartfelt connections, took place at the Siam Kempinski Hotel in Bangkok. Professor Jennifer Mnookin, Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, expressed her admiration for Thailand, the Land of Smiles, and her deep gratitude for the royal benevolence of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who graciously granted an audience to the university's delegation during their visit to Thailand to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Bangkok.
Is cannabis a viable health option?
Oped, Published on 17/07/2024
» Cannabis has been known as a herbal plant with psychoactive effects for thousands of years. The herb has been used for both medical and recreational purposes. As the plant is addictive, several countries have categorised it as a narcotic drug.
Disbursal of budget revving up
Business, Published on 15/07/2024
» A total of 3.48 trillion baht from the 2024 fiscal budget was finally disbursed in this year's second quarter, after delays that began on Oct 1 last year due to political setbacks following the general election held in May 2023.
Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM Honour King Rama X’s 72nd Birthday
Published on 05/07/2024
» In an auspicious celebration of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of Thailand’s 72nd birthday anniversary and his sixth-cycle birthday on 28 July, global destinations Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM, in collaboration with internationally-renowned floral artist Sakul Inthakul, have created majestic contemporary Thai flower showcases to express loyalty and offer best wishes to His Majesty the King. The elaborate floral displays will be on view all through July 2024 at Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM.
Marriage equality brings joy
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/07/2024
» Same-sex couples have been expressing joy since the passage of Thailand's Marriage Equality Bill in the Senate two weeks ago.
Index posts 12-month high in June
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/07/2024
» The manufacturing sector posted its highest growth in a year last month, driven by rising manufacturer confidence, according to S&P Global.
Manufacturing index declines by 1.5%
Business, Published on 29/06/2024
» Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) dipped by 1.5% year-on-year in May to 98.3 points, underscoring the sluggish manufacturing sector despite an increase in exports, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).