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Factory construction halts amid wage row
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 18/08/2024
» Hundreds of Myanmar migrant workers staged a protest blocking entry to an under-construction factory in an industrial estate in Prachin Buri's Sri Maha Phot district after being left unpaid over the past two months, leaving many without money to even buy food.
Remote care push proves prophetic
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 14/09/2020
» For years, the National Health Security Office -- the state body that oversees the 30-baht universal healthcare scheme -- has invested in telemedicine, visits to distant areas by healthcare workers and delivery networks for prescription medications for those unable to leave their homes, with little take-up.
China outreach aims to rescue tourism
Business, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 03/10/2018
» Thai travel agencies are mobilising efforts to woo back Chinese travellers in the wake of July's deadly Phuket boat disaster and amid rising competition from neighbouring countries by promoting second-tier provinces and appealing to authorities to ease visa requirements.
Smart ID cards ease patient stress
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 16/09/2018
» Chiang Mai: Smart ID cards are helping ease patient worries about their ability to meet the cost of treatment, especially if they cannot find ready cash to pay up front as they had to do in the past.