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One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
Innovate Biotech Achieves ISO 20387:2018 Certification as Thailand’s First Private Biobank
Published on 17/09/2025
» Innovate Biotech Co., Ltd., operator of Innovate Biotech Laboratory, has become the first private company in Thailand to achieve ISO 20387:2018 certification for its Human Biobank, and the fourth entity nationwide to receive this recognition. The certification validates the company’s commitment to global standards in the quality, safety, and reliability of biological resource management.
Seoul says ‘bewildering’ US immigration raid could chill investment
AFP, Published on 11/09/2025
» SEOUL - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday that a massive US immigration raid on a Hyundai-LG battery factory site was “bewildering” and could have a chilling effect on future investment.
Lumpini gets a facelift
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/09/2025
» Lumpini Park in the heart of Bangkok is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, with a much-needed facelift.
Amid tourism surge, 92 Japan municipalities mull accommodation tax
Published on 25/08/2025
» Ninety-two municipal governments across Japan have considered introducing lodging taxes at hotels and traditional Japanese ryokan inns, results from a recent Kyodo News survey showed.
Hong Kongers undeterred by Japan's plan to tackle overtourism through taxes
Published on 25/08/2025
» Hong Kongers' enthusiasm for travelling to Japan is expected to remain robust even as more municipalities in the country plan to impose lodging taxes to ease overtourism, according to industry leaders.
Business Professionals Find Perfect Balance at Pinehurst Golf Club
Published on 14/08/2025
» The demands of international business in Thailand require executives and professionals to maintain peak performance while navigating cultural transitions and high-pressure environments. Smart business leaders are discovering that incorporating golf into their routine provides essential advantages that directly impact their professional success.
'Absolute madness': Thailand's pet lion problem
AFP, Published on 29/07/2025
» CHIANG MAI — Behind a car repair business on a nondescript Thai street are the cherished pets of a rising TikTok animal influencer: two lions and a 200-kilogramme lion-tiger hybrid called "Big George."
Iran says it held 'frank' nuclear talks with European powers
AFP, Published on 25/07/2025
» ISTANBUL - Iranian diplomats said they held "frank and detailed" nuclear talks on Friday with counterparts from Germany, Britain and France, who have threatened to trigger sanctions if Tehran fails to agree a deal on uranium enrichment and cooperation with United Nations (UN) inspectors.
Toilet survey finds gender gap in Japan's restrooms
Published on 18/07/2025
» Women lining up for restrooms at train stations and other crowded public facilities is a common sight in Japan, while men rarely queue. Some suggest it's because women need more time, but one user of ladies' rooms has found that men actually have access to nearly twice as many toilets.