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News, Published on 21/01/2025
» Financial losses from the devastating Los Angeles wildfires are mounting after the blazes incinerated entire neighbourhoods and destroyed thousands of homes. And now, investors are growing increasingly concerned that a US$21 billion (720 billion baht) state fund crafted to backstop utilities will fall far short of what's needed if companies are found liable.
AFP, Published on 15/01/2025
» LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - A huge federal probe was under way Tuesday into what caused the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, with millions in the city clamoring for answers.
Published on 13/01/2025
» One Bangkok, a world-class destination in the heart of Bangkok, has officially unveiled The Wireless House One Bangkok, a lovingly restored tribute to the Saladaeng Radiotelegraph Station. This new cultural landmark houses a permanent exhibition narrating the captivating story of Witthayu Road (“Wireless Road”), where One Bangkok is located. The exhibition traces the history of Thailand's first radio telegraph station, and the origin of the name Witthayu Road.
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 23/12/2024
» The Ministry of Public Health has set up an emergency operations centre (EOC) to monitor the cholera situation following two suspected cases found at hospitals in Tak province.
Published on 29/11/2024
» The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) reaffirmed its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 during its participation in a side event at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Representing EGAT, Professor Dr. Pisut Painmanakul participated in the seminar “Energy Transition towards Carbon Neutrality”, where the organisation presented its strategic framework under the 4D1E policy and highlighted its progress in renewable energy initiatives.
Oped, Published on 28/11/2024
» Over the last half-century, the number of children who die before reaching the age of five has fallen dramatically, from around 20 million in 1960 to 4.9 million in 2022, largely owing to the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI). Established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1974, the EPI has been extraordinarily successful in providing the youngest people with access to vaccines, saving more than 150 million lives. But while such progress is worthy of celebration, there is still much work to do, because newborns comprise half of all deaths in children under five each year, many of which are caused by infection.
Oped, Published on 08/11/2024
» The Asean region stands at a crossroads in its energy journey. Amid growing demand from industry, rising carbon emissions from fossil fuel reliance, and the pressing need for sustainable growth, the region has an opportunity to redefine its energy future. Enhanced power cooperation, resource sharing and grid connectivity can pave the way to more inclusive approaches to energy sector development.
News, Published on 14/10/2024
» Nations from Africa and the Caribbean should support the evidence-based U=U message and incorporate U=U into efforts to prevent, diagnose and treat HIV, says Institute of HIV Research and Innovation (IHRI) executive director, Nittaya Phanuphak.
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 12/10/2024
» The much-delayed second phase of the renewables scheme is expected to be revived this month, with a new auction for renewable energy projects expected to draw both existing and new investors.
News, Published on 30/09/2024
» Communities along the Mae Ngat and Ping rivers have been told to brace for possible floods as authorities decided to discharge excess water through Mae Ngat Somboon Chon reservoir in Chiang Mai province for the first time in 13 years on Monday.