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Couple arrested for selling ‘magic mushrooms’
Online Reporters, Published on 28/05/2024
» A couple have been arrested at a Bangkok condominium for growing “magic mushrooms” and selling them online, claiming they could help cure many diseases.
Dropout rate 'to ease soon'
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 24/05/2024
» Thai students are dropping out of school in the middle of the academic year at quite a high rate, but the trend is likely to reverse soon, Education Minister Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob said yesterday.
Soft power cooperation the core of France talks
News, Published on 07/05/2024
» Thailand is pursuing an exchange of know-how with France on the promotion of soft power in key areas covering fashion and tourism, according to the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN).
Buddhism office to investigate case of 'son of Buddha reincarnate'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/04/2024
» The National Office of Buddhism (NOB) will work with the Social Development and Human Security Ministry to check if the unorthodox Buddhist preaching practiced by an eight-year-old boy called "Nong Nice" whose parents claim he is the son of the Lord Buddha in a previous life, is a scam.
Big hopes for soft power skills
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/04/2024
» The government will kick off its One Family One Soft Power (Ofos) project in June, and aims to create 20 million jobs with a minimum annual salary of 200,000 baht, said Paetongtarn Shinawatra, chairwoman of the National Committee on Soft Power Development and the Pheu Thai Party's leader.
Thai Credit Bank Wins RDPE Award
Published on 05/03/2024
» Thai Credit Bank PCL announced its selection by the Ministry of Interior’s committee for the National Leadership Award in Rural Development and Poverty Eradication (RDPE). The bank was awarded first runner-up in the private sector category for its "Tang To Know-how" project. The program satisfied the selection criteria by delivering tangible benefits to the community and consistently making a positive impact on the lives of local residents. Additionally, Thai Credit Bank PCL maintains its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, operating ethically, transparently, and responsibly, which are key factors in sustainability. The award was presented to Mr. Winyou Chaiyawan, CEO of Thai Credit Bank PCL, by Mr. Suttipong Juljarern, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, during the ceremony.
Suntory Thailand Wins Employer Brand Awards
Published on 12/02/2024
» Suntory Beverage & Food (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a market leader in the Thai and Indochina health food industries, is reaffirming its commitment to being an organisation that recognises the importance of developing employees' potential to increase talent and foster involvement through growth opportunities in order to achieve the organisation's goal of having great and outstanding employees.
When good deeds are exploited
News, Published on 02/02/2024
» On Jan 2, police in Nonthaburi seized 7.5 kilogrammes of cocaine following a complaint by a homeowner in Muang district about a suspicious package sent to his house.
Mandatory English tests for uni students
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/01/2024
» University students must have their English language skills tested and meet Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standards before they can graduate, according to the government.
Tourism's one-two punch
Published on 21/01/2024
» Thai boxing, widely known as Muay Thai, is a combat art that has long been considered a quintessential part of Thai culture.