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A Summer to Remember
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 06/08/2021
» After a year hiatus, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games finally kicked off and will conclude on Sunday. More than 10,000 athletes from 206 countries marched joyously in front of thousands of empty seats (due to Covid-19 restrictions), while millions of sports fans cheered from home. This year's motto is "United By Emotion", expressing the power of sport to connect people from diverse backgrounds from all over the globe. Guru has created a timeline of all the memorable moments till the time of going to print, as well as interesting facts about the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, for your reading pleasure.
Couch surfing
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 30/07/2021
» Most of us dream of walking down the aisle -- the airplane one -- and the awkwardness that comes with trying to find your seat while avoiding people putting their bags in the overhead bins.
Reach for the stars
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 07/11/2020
» Stargazing at night may be relaxing for many people, but mu Space and Advanced Technology, a Thailand-based satellite and space tech firm, is hard at work, conceiving of business opportunities in space that could emerge in the years to come.
Growth forecast cut, Iran cases surge by 50%: Virus update
Published on 02/03/2020
» Iran reported a 50% increase in coronavirus infections, while New York City, Brussels, Berlin and Indonesia all reported their first cases. New cases were reported in Thailand and across the US. Hard-hit South Korea saw its total climb past 4,200.
Best foot forward
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/10/2016
» Balance is a word that everybody understands, but not everyone succeeds at applying the concept in life or business. This is not the case with Alexis Nasard, the new CEO of Bata, who has made it his mission to steer the renowned footwear company along a steady and sustainable course.
Yangon's real estate challenge
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 07/03/2016
» Myanmar has experienced dramatic changes economically and politically over the past few years. As foreign investors rush to set up shop in the newly open market, office space in the country's commercial capital is among the most expensive in the world.
Cambodia raises garment wage
Published on 12/11/2014
» PHNOM PENH - Cambodia on Wednesday raised the controversial monthly minimum wage for garment workers by 28%, a decision likely to infuriate unions seeking a higher increase and revive calls for strike action.