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A young naturalist’s legacy: Johannes Schmidt and the flora of Koh Chang
Published on 24/11/2025
» 125 years ago, Johannes Schmidt was still an unknown young naturalist in Denmark, even as colonial tensions gripped Siam, particularly along the eastern coast from Chanthaburi and Trat to Koh Kong. During King Rama V’s 1897 European visit, Denmark became a key destination, and the King was warmly received by King Christian IX at Amalienborg Palace.
Old places new menus
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 24/11/2025
» Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants and bars that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.
Developers demand urgent measures
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/11/2025
» Real estate developers have reiterated their calls for the government to expedite financial and tax relief measures, noting the sector is on track to record its lowest growth in two decades.
New central bank governor envisions expanded role
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/11/2025
» The new governor of the Bank of Thailand wants to get more involved with the country's structural challenges and real sector issues, expanding the bank's role beyond its traditional focus on economic stability.
Thailand's unfinished 'Lodi' journey
News, Peerasit Kamnuansilpa, Published on 24/11/2025
» It all began with a song. "Lodi", written by John Fogerty and sung by Creedence Clearwater Revival, tells of a musician stranded in a small town -- out of luck but not out of hope. "Oh Lord," he sings, "stuck in Lodi again".
Grasping the VAT nettle
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/11/2025
» The proposal to raise value-added tax from 7% to 8.5% in 2028, and to 10% in 2030, by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas is a display of political courage rarely seen in a political landscape where politicians are quick to spend money in the name of "economic stimulus" but stay mum when asked how to finance the schemes.
S.Africa G20 declaration highlights: minerals, debt, climate
AFP, Published on 23/11/2025
» JOHANNESBURG - Leaders from the G20 group of top economies endorsed Saturday a declaration at a summit in South Africa that highlights issues related to access to critical minerals and measures to cope with climate change.
Bank of Thailand chief wants weaker baht
Published on 22/11/2025
» Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn said on Saturday that a weaker baht would be beneficial for the economy, and that there was room to cut interest rates if needed to support growth.
Vienna’s Carl Suchy & Söhne Arrives in Thailand
Published on 22/11/2025
» The arrival of one of Vienna’s most storied watchmakers marked a significant moment for Thailand’s collector community, as PRÉCIEUX (Thailand), a leading importer and distributor of independent luxury timepieces, hosted an exclusive event to introduce CARL SUCHY & SÖHNE to the country for the first time. The launch took place in late October at Central Chidlom’s Personal Shopper Suite, offering an elegant setting for the brand’s debut.
G20 summit opens in South Africa without Trump
AFP, Published on 22/11/2025
» JOHANNESBURG — A US-European rift over the future of Ukraine is set to overshadow a Group of 20 (G20) summit starting in South Africa on Saturday further marked by Donald Trump's pointed absence.