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China urges Asean to fight cross-border crimes in show of new urgency
Reuters, Published on 17/01/2025
» BEIJING - China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Southeast Asian countries on Thursday to take strong measures to crack down on online gambling and telecom fraud, urging the "relevant" nations to shoulder their responsibilities.
BBL: Investment likely to keep flowing into Thailand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/01/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) expects sustained growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) into Thailand over the next few years, presenting significant opportunities for the Thai economy despite global uncertainties.
David Lynch: the dark side of the American dream
AFP, Published on 17/01/2025
» PARIS - For seven years, US director David Lynch drank the same chocolate milkshake each day at the same time from the same place in Los Angeles because he believed it helped his creativity.
Thaivivat Holdings shares jump by more than 5% after Itochu move
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/01/2025
» Shares of Thaivivat Holdings (TVH) on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) jumped by more than 5% yesterday after the insurance firm announced Japanese trading house Itochu would buy roughly 20% of its subsidiary Thaivivat Insurance (TVI).
Efta trade pact to take effect early next year
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/01/2025
» The Thailand-Efta free trade agreement (FTA) is expected to take effect in early 2026 after the signing and ratification as well as regulatory adjustments, according to the commerce minister.
Big C keeping a close eye on geopolitics
Business, Published on 17/01/2025
» Thailand's goal of achieving 3% GDP growth this year is challenging, given stagnant consumer purchasing power and external pressures from the US and China, according to Big C Supercenter Plc.
7-day border passes, extra customs eyed
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/01/2025
» The Interior Ministry is considering issuing temporary passes for non-residents at the Thai-Cambodia border and setting up additional customs and checkpoints along the border.
Gritty cop drama
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 17/01/2025
» Patrol police show On Call is designed to cater to fans of Southland (2009) and Jake Gyllenhaal's film End Of Watch (2012). Like its predecessors, it delivers a thrilling experience that immerses viewers in the perspective of patrol officers -- those who risk their lives every day.
A brutal look at the Wild West
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 17/01/2025
» If you're diving into Netflix's latest Western miniseries, American Primeval, you might find yourself reminded of the 2015 Leonardo DiCaprio film The Revenant. Well, guess what? You wouldn't be wrong. The two share striking similarities and it's not just because American Primeval was penned by the same screenwriter, Mark L. Smith. Both narratives explore survival, hardship, and the relentless pursuit of a goal -- all set against the backdrop of a brutal and unforgiving era. They're dark, gritty tales where protagonists endure unimaginable dangers, reflecting the raw violence of the Western frontier.
Indonesia leads Asean into Brics+
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 17/01/2025
» As the new year gets underway with the looming re-inauguration of United States President Donald J Trump, countries and entire regions are having to manoeuvre and realign in view of an accelerated breakdown of the post-Second World War rules-based liberal international order.