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Harmon expands reach to Thailand with new academy
Sports, Kittipong Thongsombat, Published on 10/05/2024
» World's leading coach Claude Harmon III said he will try to build on his achievement worldwide and create a culture of learning, developing a player and finding the next generation of golfers in Thailand.
Struggling to recover
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/05/2024
» With an unfavourable economy and expiration of discounts for the land and building tax this year, property developers are thinking twice about acquiring new land plots, shifting instead to draining inventory.
Residential prices to rise in second half
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 22/04/2024
» The price index for new residential supply in Greater Bangkok should continue to rise in the second half as older inventory is absorbed following property stimulus measures starting this month, according to a research firm.
The charm of Songkran
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/04/2024
» After being listed as a Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage late last year, Songkran is gaining momentum in drawing tourists to Thailand. In an attempt to boost tourism, Thai New Year celebrations get under way today and will last until April 17 in various places.
Farewell to a maestro
Life, John Clewley, Published on 10/04/2024
» The world of molam has been in mourning since news emerged that Thailand's greatest phin player Thongsai Thap Thanon passed away on March 20 at his home in Warin Chamrap district, Ubon Ratchathani, at the age of 77. The phin is a two- or three-stringed Isan Lao lute that is part of the trinity of molam instruments, along with the iconic khaen (free reed bamboo mouth organ) and the sor (fiddle).
Combat the sweltering heat
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 09/04/2024
» Originating from the Mon people, khao chae is rice flavoured with jasmine-scented water, a Thai summer staple, often served from March to May.
SET looking for catalysts to restore momentum
Business, Published on 06/04/2024
» The SET index found support at 1,350 in the first week of March and later bounced back. The 1,350 level has acted as a critical support through the entire quarter as the market struggles to sustain momentum. Among the key factors influencing the market:
New residential sales fell 22.5% in 2023
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 29/03/2024
» New residential units sold in Greater Bangkok in the fourth quarter of 2023 declined by 14.5% year-on-year, resulting in a 22.5% decrease for the full year, according to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC).
Ministry task force accused of extortion
News, Published on 26/03/2024
» Senator Poldej Pinprateep on Monday accused a special task force appointed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives of abusing its authority by extorting money from a number of rubber growers and traders.
Committee backs navy's frigate plan
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/03/2024
» PATHUM THANI: The House of Representatives committee on the armed forces has thrown its support behind the Royal Thai Navy's (RTN) plan to procure a new frigate, saying the new ship, which will be assembled locally, will lead to more jobs for local workers.