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Ricoh Inspires Youth to Build Circular Economy Future
Published on 07/08/2025
» Ricoh (Thailand) Ltd. continues its long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability through the 16th annual “Ricoh R-cademy” project. Launched in 2009, this year’s initiative brings together four key partners: the Prawet District Office (Bangkok Metropolitan Administration), the Khun Foundation, the Petroleum and Petrochemical College at Chulalongkorn University, and the Green Road Project.
BMA begins bid to upgrade all public motorbike stands
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/08/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has launched a comprehensive initiative to upgrade all 5,365 registered public motorcycle taxi stands across the city. The project, set to run from August to December, aims to improve safety, enhance service standards, and increase public trust in motorcycle taxi services.
Kao and CMU Build Roads from Recycled Plastics
Published on 25/07/2025
» Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer of consumer and chemical products, has partnered with the Faculty of Engineering at Chiang Mai University to launch the “Green Pavement” project on campus. This initiative showcases Kao's innovative NEWTLAC technology, which repurposes used PET plastic bottles into a chemical additive for asphalt, improving road durability, strength, and environmental sustainability. Kao contributed funding and materials worth 1,230,000 THB to support the construction, reinforcing the company's commitment to reducing plastic waste and promoting the sustainable resource use in Thailand.
New road safety shock
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/06/2025
» A new report on deaths among footpath users is shocking and unacceptable.
Rescuing a foodie paradise
News, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is pressing ahead with plans to redevelop Banthat Thong Road into a creative district and premier street food destination.
Food lovers' magnet on life support as Chinese lose appetite
News, Published on 04/06/2025
» Once an unremarkable 2.5-kilometre stretch tucked behind Chulalongkorn University and the National Stadium in Bangkok's Pathumwan district, Banthat Thong Road has, in recent years, transformed into a buzzing food haven -- only to now face a dramatic downturn.
Chaiyaphruk Road expands to 10 lanes to ease congestion
News, Published on 29/05/2025
» The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) has announced the completion and opening of the expanded Chaiyaphruk Road, which now features 10 lanes.
Food street fad hits wall
Oped, Editorial, Published on 29/05/2025
» The recent plea by Banthat Thong Road restaurateurs for urgent assistance from the government should serve as a wake-up call, not a rallying cry for rescue packages. Their predicament, while unfortunate for individual operators, epitomises the unsustainable practices of building businesses on social media spectacle rather than culinary excellence.
School teacher fired after posing nude wearing Batman mask
Post Reporters, Published on 21/05/2025
» A male teacher in Uthai Thani province was dismissed for posing nude at his school while wearing only a Batman mask, according to the Education Ministry.
King Charles addresses Italian parliament, greets pope
AFP, Published on 10/04/2025
» ROME - Britain’s King Charles III told Italy’s parliament Wednesday that peace is “never to be taken for granted” before ending a visit to Rome with a surprise visit to a convalescing Pope Francis.