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China-backed canal in Cambodia draws US questions
Published on 11/04/2024
» A proposed canal in Cambodia is the latest China-funded infrastructure project in Washington’s crosshairs.
March investor confidence stays virtually unchanged
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/04/2024
» The Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations' (Fetco) Investor Confidence Index (ICI) remained in the neutral zone in March as the market expects more economic stimulus, while fund outflows continued and delays to the US Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts undermined sentiment.
FTI wary of conflict's impact on border trade
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/04/2024
» Recent armed conflict in Myanmar is causing concern over a possible further decline in border trade near Tak's Mae Sot district and a spike in illegal workers from Myanmar in Thailand, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Places to ring in Thai New Year
Life, Published on 11/04/2024
» To ring in Thai New Year, temples and public spaces around the country have been transformed into entertainment hubs. During the Songkran Festival, tourists can experience religious ceremonies, cultural performances and water fights, all of which honour the charm of Thai cultural heritage.
The charm of Songkran
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/04/2024
» After being listed as a Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage late last year, Songkran is gaining momentum in drawing tourists to Thailand. In an attempt to boost tourism, Thai New Year celebrations get under way today and will last until April 17 in various places.
Ajinomoto's Camp Nurtures Future Nutrition Leaders
Published on 10/04/2024
» Recently, Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd. conducted the "Nuasart Start Camp" activity at The Cavalli Casa Resort in Ayutthaya, gathering students in the field of dietetics and nutrition to gain experience and knowledge about enhancing flavours with umami, particularly for hospital food that aids patient recovery. Participants also had the opportunity to visit the Ajinomoto factory, preparing to become professional dietitians in the near future. The event, lasting two days and one night, was presented in an edutainment workshop format, aiming to lead in the creation of well-being by addressing food and health issues in society through our core values.
Casino report wins cabinet endorsement
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/04/2024
» A special House committee report on legalising entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand was endorsed by the cabinet on Tuesday.
Thailand braces for refugee influx
News, Published on 10/04/2024
» Thailand is prepared to accept 100,000 refugees fleeing fighting in Myanmar after rebel forces seized control of Myawaddy, a border town opposite Tak's Mae Sot district, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara.
Q&A, truth, lies, the web and you
Life, James Hein, Published on 10/04/2024
» The online world is changing and not necessarily for the better. I'm old enough to remember what you were looking for came up as the first search result, when there was a search facility, that is. The old Bulletin Boards kept their subject matter to the topic of the board with opinions kept to opinion sites. Sites on science were not one-sided as they presented the facts along with the supporting data for checking and verification. If people disagreed, they also brought their data along to challenge a thesis and a healthy and often robust debate followed. That was then.
Cambodian cybercrime law seen as threat to dissent
Published on 09/04/2024
» The Cambodian government is pushing ahead with a cybercrime law that experts say could be wielded to further curtail freedom of speech amid an ongoing crackdown on dissent.