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France to try Chinese captain of Russia 'shadow fleet' vessel
AFP, Published on 02/10/2025
» RENNES — A French court is to try the Chinese captain of a tanker from Russia's "shadow fleet" early next year after it was intercepted off France, prosecutors said Thursday, in a move seen as a message to Moscow over its efforts to skirt Western oil sanctions.
Trump ramps up pressure on Democrats over US government shutdown
AFP, Published on 02/10/2025
» WASHINGTON — Donald Trump signalled Thursday that he plans to follow through on his threat for mass layoffs of US federal workers as he ratcheted pressure on Democrats to back moves to end the government shutdown.
Swedish companies praise sustainability commitment
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 02/10/2025
» Sweden and Thailand share a deep commitment to sustainability, blending tradition with innovation to achieve shared environmental goals, according to Anna Hammargren, the Swedish ambassador to Thailand.
Rama IX philosophy 'enhances progress'
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 02/10/2025
» Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Vice Chair of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), underscoring the relevance of King Rama IX's Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) in society today, says it is not about “settling for less” but about achieving sustainable, inclusive and enduring growth.
Thailand gets top nod in child labour fight
Post Reporters, Published on 02/10/2025
» Thailand has achieved its highest-ever international ranking in efforts to combat the worst forms of child labour, earning a “Significant Advancement” rating in the US Department of Labor’s 2024 report.
Panel reviewing Thaksin's pardon petition
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 02/10/2025
» The Justice Ministry has set up a panel to review convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's petition for a royal pardon, according to Justice Minister Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon Naowarat.
Inquiry kicks off into call centre bribe offer claims
Published on 02/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed zero tolerance for corruption as Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Chaichanok Chidchob launches a probe into an alleged 40-million-baht monthly bribe linked to call centre scams.
Israel to deport Gaza flotilla activists
AFP, Published on 02/10/2025
» JERUSALEM — Israel said on Thursday it will deport pro-Palestinian activists on an aid flotilla intercepted at sea as they headed towards Gaza, adding that none of the vessels had successfully breached its maritime blockade.
Thai rice prices hover near 9-year lows
Reuters, Published on 02/10/2025
» Thai export prices retreated further this week and hovered near nine-year lows, hurt by ample supplies and meagre demand, while Indian prices edged up from three-year lows, supported by a slight improvement in demand.
When health becomes the new status symbol
BitesizeBKK, Published on 02/10/2025
» Nowadays, there’s an expensive price tag and a high social currency associated with wellness and Longevity. The latter already sparked a viral online debate in Thailand merely weeks ago, with thought leaders and influencers sharing their interpretation of Longetvity, and whether it’s turned into a measure of wealth, therefore creating pressure for the aspiring class and demanding you keep up appearances by investing in ice baths, wearable tech devices, and measuring your sleep quality. Whilst advocating for wellness is all well and good, there are more ways to live a balanced life than constantly quantifying and tracking your wearables.