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No excuses in 2024
News, Editorial, Published on 01/01/2024
» Each New Year comes with new hopes for a better future. As 2024 unfolds, Thais have numerous expectations from the Srettha Thavisin administration.
Northern Ireland political impasse to drag into 2024
AFP, Published on 20/12/2023
» CRAIGAVON, Northern Ireland - A lengthy boycott of devolved government in Northern Ireland will stretch into 2024 after talks to end the impasse stalled Tuesday, with frustration mounting over political dysfunction and crumbling public services.
Green efforts need backing
News, Editorial, Published on 06/12/2023
» It is good news that the Soil and Fertilizer Society of Thailand won the King Bhumibol Soil Day Award 2023, which is an official United Nations award.
COP28 host UAE choking from its own 'toxic' air pollution: HRW
AFP, Published on 04/12/2023
» DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates is choking under "alarmingly high" air pollution levels fed by its fossil fuel industry, Human Rights Watch warned on Monday as the oil-rich country hosts the UN's COP28 climate talks in Dubai.
Waiting to exhale
Business, Published on 13/11/2023
» During the dry season in recent years, people in many provinces, particularly those in the hilly North, have endured seasonal smog, spending more time indoors with an air purifier to avoid the air pollution.
Black marks for recycling
Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/11/2023
» Environmental justice finally prevailed for a community in Ratchaburi province that has suffered from the environmental impacts of garbage recycling for almost two decades.
There are rays of hope in Bangkok
News, Published on 30/10/2023
» It's not been widely covered, but the world is making progress in significantly reducing plastic production. This was on display at the Economist Impact's Global Plastics Summit in Bangkok this month and will continue in Nairobi next month.
Cash no cure for farm woes
Oped, Editorial, Published on 04/10/2023
» PM Srettha Thavisin admitted in his speech on Monday that the past 13 debt relief programmes have failed to relieve farmers' financial burden. This acknowledgement comes as a surprise after the government only last week approved 30 billion baht-plus in debt relief. Yet the prime minister says the latest debt assistance will be different as the government will run parallel agricultural policies to improve farmers' competitiveness, reduce production costs and expand the market for farm products.
Eco-Friendly Expo: Green Fair Extravaganza for Thailand's Expats!
Published on 22/09/2023
» M Card, a product of The Mall Group, is shining a spotlight on a crucial customer demographic: expatriates. Their goal is to foster a sense of community among expats with the "BANGKOK I’M EXPAT" event, centred around the theme of a Green Fair. This event serves as a token of appreciation for expatriates residing in Thailand who have consistently provided positive feedback. It marks a significant step towards solidifying an expat community for M Expatriate Card members. The Green Fair event will feature a diverse array of lifestyle products, delectable cuisines, authentic international merchandise, engaging business workshops, and a special performance by students from Bangkok Patana School. Join us from September 21 to 24, 2023, at the Helix Garden, located on the 5th floor of EmQuartier.
Brand audits and coastal cleanups
Oped, Published on 20/09/2023
» One cannot ignore the amount of plastic pollution these days. It's quite common to find single-use plastic waste lying around once it has served its purpose. It is anywhere and everywhere.