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Decade-old sketch leads to woman's arrest
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 23/09/2024
» Police with the Anti Trafficking in Persons Division (ATPD) of the Central Investigation Bureau spent one month looking through loads of files to catch the last suspect in a decade-old human trafficking case. They had only one clue -- a sketch of an anonymous woman.
Visa 'fixer' swindled Japanese businessman out of B300,000
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 21/08/2024
» A Japanese garment exporter has accused a Thai "fixer" of swindling him out of 300,000 baht with a false promise to help him get a permanent visa.
Teaching English in Thailand: Is the Pay Worth the Move?
Published on 13/08/2024
» Thailand has long been a favoured destination for English teachers, drawn by the country’s rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and warm, welcoming people. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the tranquil beaches of Phuket, Thailand offers a unique blend of traditional charm and modern convenience, making it an appealing place to live and work. The vibrant expat community and the opportunity to immerse oneself in a new culture add to the allure of teaching English in Thailand.
Bus commuters slam route changes that caught many off guard
Online Reporters, Published on 25/07/2024
» Passengers relying on public buses aired their anger over route changes that turned Thursday morning's commute in the capital into chaos for many.
Hong Kong model killed in Bangkok
South China Morning Post, Published on 24/07/2024
» HONG KONG - A fashion model allegedly murdered by her partner in Thailand following a stint in Hong Kong is believed to have been represented by the same agency as other well-known names, including Gaile Lok and Danielle Graham.
Cabinet set to review Land Bridge bill 'in September'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/07/2024
» A draft of the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) bill is expected to be ready for submission to the cabinet by the end of September, as the government is keen to start the construction of the one-trillion-baht Land Bridge megaproject in 2026, according to Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.
IRPC and SCB Sign Sustainability-Linked Forward Contract
Published on 01/07/2024
» IRPC, led by Phichin Aphiwantanaporn, Senior Executive Vice President of Corporate Accounting & Finance, along with Somruidee Charoenkrongsakul, Acting Senior Vice President of Corporate Accounting & Finance, in collaboration with Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), led by Soramon Inkatanuvatana, First Executive VP-Corporate Banking 1 Function, and Patrick Poulier, Executive Vice President & Head of the Financial Markets Function, signed an MoU to initiate Sustainability-Linked Forward Contracts aimed at preventing foreign exchange risks and promoting sustainable development.
‘Base Dawgz’ Kicks Off Crypto Presale and Raises $300k – Is This the Next Meme Coin to Explode?
Published on 11/06/2024
» A new Base-based token, Base Dawgz ($DAWGZ), has recently launched its presale and secured over $300,000 in the first few hours. This initial success has sparked questions among investors – could $DAWGZ be the next meme coin on the Base chain to explode?
Chulalongkorn Hosts ASLI’s 21st Annual Conference
Published on 05/06/2024
» Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Law, a founding member of the Asian Law Institute (ASLI), had the honour of hosting ASLI’s 21st Annual Conference. The event took place on 29-30 May, with the theme “The Future of Law, the Future of Asia.” More than 260 scholars from over 100 institutions came together, and 176 papers were presented.
GSB Grants 48 Billion Baht on ESG Scores
Published on 30/05/2024
» Government Savings Bank, led by Paphakorn Ratanasate, Senior Executive Vice President, stated, “Government Savings Bank has adhered to our commitment as a Social Bank, proceeding with sustainable operations covering environment, society, and governance aspects through Green Finance. For the first time, the banking business has engaged an organisation's ESG Score as part of the credit loan approval process. Large-sized business customers are our preliminary group for GSB to enable credit approval alongside special interest rate reduction conditions for organisations accredited with a good ESG score by operating businesses focused on society, community, and environment.”