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Why Bangkok's shiny, shrinking new condos cost more than the old ones
Spectrum, Published on 20/03/2016
» Many overseas buyers of condominiums in Bangkok are surprised that prices for newly launched projects can be four to five times higher than for buildings that are 10 or 20 years old in almost exactly the same location.
Grape escape to the vineyard
News, Nauvarat Suksamran, Published on 27/02/2016
» Growing grapes, typically done in temperate countries, requires the touch of a master because of the delicate care needed. A relatively fledgling industry in Thailand, it is drawing those with dreams and ambitions beyond the ordinary.
Waiting for the day the music dies
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 21/02/2016
» When Thira Techayuenyong’s father sent for him more than 70 years ago, the eight year old had no doubts about taking the one-way ticket out of his home town of Shantou in China. He packed his bags, took a good look around for the last time and said goodbye to his birthplace before heading out the door.
Aviation sector leads nosedive
Business, Published on 30/12/2015
» It was a year to forget for Thai business, one of the worst performances ever across the board.
Fighting to rule the roost
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 29/11/2015
» With 3.3 million baht on the line, the stakes were high as the two prize fighters entered the ring. Boisterous cheers rang out from the sell-out crowd, who jumped to their feet as the referees signalled for the bout to begin.
When robots rule the world
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 01/11/2015
» Welcoming weary travellers to the Henn na Hotel in Sasebo, Nagasaki, demure robot receptionists that bow, smile, blink and converse are a sign of what’s to come. Fully staffed by a robotic concierge, cyber porters and automated cleaners, the Japanese hotel is a mechanised wonder.
Brighter outlook on the horizon
Spectrum, Published on 18/10/2015
» Thailand’s economy has been growing more slowly than the government expected. The growth rate has declined since the beginning of this year, signifying things are not going according to plan.
Bangladesh's kidney trade booms as donors turn brokers
AFP, Published on 14/10/2015
» KALAI (BANGLADESH) - After years of crippling debt, Bangladeshi villager Rawshan Ara decided to follow in her family's footsteps -- and sell a kidney on the black market to raise cash.
The power of branding in real estate
Spectrum, Published on 04/10/2015
» Branding is an element that surrounds us in our daily life, and often we base our decisions to use or purchase different products and services on brands, whether consciously or subconsciously. Branding also has a growing role in the real estate industry.
Lotto work to do
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/09/2015
» Although the government's efforts to address the decades-long problem of overpriced lottery tickets have borne fruit after the introduction of several measures, it remains questionable whether the cap on ticket prices has staying power.