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Planting seeds of sustainability: Grab's carbon offset journey
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/09/2024
» As the spectre of global boiling looms large, innovative partnerships offer a beacon of hope. Grab, a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, and EcoMatcher, a technology-driven tree-planting platform, have forged an alliance in an effort to combat climate change.
Empowering Giving: Bangkok Bank-Siriraj Card’s Impact on Lives
Published on 18/09/2024
» Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited (PCL) continues to make a tangible impact on the lives of underprivileged patients at Siriraj Hospital, having donated over 70 million baht from medical spending under its “Bangkok Bank-Siriraj Card Project.” This initiative aligns with the bank’s long-standing commitment to social responsibility and sustainable contributions.
Restoration begins in flood-ravaged Chiang Rai
News, Online Reporters, Published on 17/09/2024
» Workers have begun the massive task of cleaning, repairing and restoring flood devastated areas in Chiang Rai after the water receded, leaving behind metres-thick mud and mounds of debris.
Channels of kindness for flood victims
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Villagers in Chiang Rai are experiencing flooding that has so far affected over 9,000 families. Many people, particularly in Mae Sai district, are stranded in their homes awaiting help from rescue officers. Meanwhile, floods and landslides are also wreaking havoc in other northern provinces, not to mention the neighbouring countries of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. In Chiang Mai, several people have been injured or are missing while many areas in Nan are also currently under water. The floods in Nan are reportedly the worst in 100 years. Several organisations — public, private and foundations — have joined forces to provide relief for flood-affected victims in all areas. To help out, Life has compiled a list of places where people can donate necessities or provide financial aid.
Siam Piwat Launches Donation Centres for Flood Relief
Published on 13/09/2024
» Siam Piwat, the owner and operator of Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, has collaborated with partners under the "Siam Ruamjai Thais Help Thais" project to establish donation centres. These centres are set up to collect essential items such as rice, dried food, medicine, and other necessities to aid those affected by ongoing flooding in several provinces of Thailand. The donation centres are located at:
Jungceylon Drives ESG Initiatives Amidst Expansion and New Shoppers
Published on 11/09/2024
» Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, has announced a business plan that focuses on creative marketing strategies to attract high-quality shoppers by launching products, services, and activities that cater both local and international customers. This approach is underpinned by ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks.
TV show to raise donations
News, Published on 11/09/2024
» Siriraj Hospital will host a special television programme to mark Prince Mahidol Day this Saturday and invite people to make donations.
Bangkok opens 50th food bank centre
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/09/2024
» The Bangkok Food Bank opened its targeted 50th centre on Monday, in Saphan Sung district, and has already provided more tha two million meals to people suffering hardship.
Organ donor status on licences updated
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/09/2024
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT) is updating driver’s licences so that they clearly state whether the holder is an organ donor.
Capital readies for Chao Phraya to overflow
News, Post Reporters, Published on 30/08/2024
» Water from heavy flooding in upstream northern provinces has reached Bangkok as the capital prepares for the Chao Phraya River to overflow, according to the Royal Irrigation Department (RID).