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Thai cabinet approves carbon tax
Published on 21/01/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday agreed to levy a carbon tax of 200 baht per ton of carbon emissions as part of the country’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, said Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
The New MAURICE LACROIX AIKON AUTOMATIC SKELETON 39 MM & 42 MM
Published on 21/01/2025
» Over the years, Maurice Lacroix has learnt that being attentive to customer needs is critical to success. When it discovered how popular a former model of the 90s was, it reimagined it, subsequently releasing the urban-style AIKON, a watch that proved a box-office sensation. Now, having once again listened to market feedback, the Swiss marque has released three new versions of the AIKON Automatic Skeleton, capitalising on the popularity of the monochromatic 39 mm reference first released in 2022.
Call to cut visa-free length of stay
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/01/2025
» Tourism operators have asked the government to slash the visa-free length of stay for Chinese tourists to address concerns over illegal employment, while the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) urged the government to solve transnational crimes and scams.
Commission banking on renewables
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/01/2025
» A greater number of short-term purchases of renewable power will represent a "last-ditch effort" the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) can make to help the government reduce electricity bills to support its policy to curb the power tariff that remains as high as 4.15 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit).
Time spent outdoors helpful to gut microbiome
Life, Published on 21/01/2025
» DEAR DOCTORS: I know that high-fibre foods keep your gut microbiome healthy. But I just saw on the news that spending a lot of time in nature is also really helpful. Do you know if that is true? One of my goals for 2025 is a better gut microbiome, so as a hiker and gardener, I sure hope so!
Lands Department undeterred by Alpine compensation risk
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/01/2025
» The Department of Lands (DoL) has expressed no concern about possibly paying up to 7.7 billion baht in compensation after the Interior Ministry ordered the revocation of ownership titles for the Alpine Golf and Sports Club and nearby residential properties in Pathum Thani province.
Fresh plan to combat trafficking
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/01/2025
» The government will unveil a comprehensive, multi-agency plan to combat the smuggling of narcotics on Jan 30, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said yesterday.
Philippines plans $3.5 billion in global bond sales
Bloomberg News, Published on 20/01/2025
» MANILA — The Philippines plans to sell US$3.5 billion in overseas debt this year, lower than last year, as heightened global uncertainties may prompt the government to borrow more domestically as rate cuts continue, according to its finance chief.
Relieved US TikTok enthusiasts hope 'magic' returns as app is restored
Reuters, Published on 20/01/2025
» NEW YORK: On Saturday night, for the first time in five years, millions of American TikTok users who logged on for a late-night scroll were met with an unwelcome notice that their beloved app had been banned and shut down.
Jockeying for pole position
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/01/2025
» The development of Thailand's automotive industry, which is a major contributor to the economy, is at a crossroads.