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Thailand Elevates Culture for Global Sustainable Development
Published on 04/09/2024
» Silpakorn University Bangkok, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, and partner network Roamingelephants.com, will host a seminar to foster cooperation with the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), an organisation committed to advancing the role of culture in driving sustainable economic development on a global scale. This marks the first time Thailand, as a member country, will participate in such an event, held under the auspices of the United Nations General Assembly.
Temu's presence could intensify price war
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 04/09/2024
» While it's too early to gauge Chinese e-commerce giant Temu's long-term impact on the e-commerce market in Thailand and the region, sellers may need to prepare for another price war, says market analytics firm Cube Asia.
49 'danger' spots named in Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 04/09/2024
» PHUKET: Old Phuket town is among 49 places deemed vulnerable to flash floods or landslides, the Mineral Resources Department said on Tuesday as the tourist island battened down for another dose of bad weather.
Philippines spots 200 Chinese ships, most this year, amid tensions
Published on 03/09/2024
» The Philippines said it has monitored the highest number of Chinese ships in the South China Sea this year, as Beijing projects its naval power amid renewed tensions with Manila.
Heavy rain causes flooding in Pattaya
Chaiyot Pupattanapong, Published on 03/09/2024
» PATTAYA - Streets were flooded and cars left stalled on the road as heavy rain pounded the city area for more than three hours late on Monday night.
Well done, TCC
Oped, Postbag, Published on 03/09/2024
» Re: "Samsung sued for 'defective' Galaxy phones", (BP, Aug 31).
Tropical storm Yagi kills 11 in Philippines
Published on 02/09/2024
» MANILA - Floods and a landslide killed at least 11 people in the Philippines on Monday as tropical storm Yagi, locally known as Enteng, dumped heavy rain on the capital Manila and nearby provinces, a disaster agency official said on Monday.
Stretched US Navy eyes risky new waters in South China Sea
Published on 02/09/2024
» LONDON - As two US aircraft carrier battle groups patrolled the Indian Ocean this week in an explicit effort to deter Iran from striking Israel and sparking a major regional conflict, a very different military messaging effort was underway in a luxury conference centre in Manila.
Vistar Media Expands SEA Operations with New Bangkok Office
Published on 02/09/2024
» Vistar Media, the leading global provider of technology solutions for out-of-home (OOH) media, is excited to announce the opening of its new office in Bangkok, Thailand. This strategic move underscores Vistar’s commitment to Southeast Asia (SEA), a region experiencing rapid growth in digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising. To spearhead this expansion, Vistar welcomes Sharin Chawla, an accomplished digital marketing professional, as Director of Sales & Partnerships, Thailand.
Studio Ghibli co-founder Miyazaki among 5 Magsaysay awardees for 2024
Published on 02/09/2024
» Award-winning Japanese anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki is among this year's five recipients of the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award, the organisation behind what is regarded as Asia's Nobel Prize said on Saturday.