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Drink-driving activist wants offenders sent to prison
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 09/04/2024
» A prominent campaigner against drink driving has written to the president of the Supreme Court and the attorney-general asking they consider giving drunk drivers the maximum penalty this year - imprisonment, especially repeat offenders.
AI’s impact on future jobs and growth
Business, Published on 09/04/2024
» According to Satya Nadella, group chief executive of Microsoft, the world has not experienced a new growth driver or emerging engine for some time due to prolonged stagnation. There is a pressing need for a new growth engine to unlock potential, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as the most powerful technology since the start of the internet era, capable of driving global productivity growth.
PWA Launches Drinkable Tap Water Initiative
Published on 09/04/2024
» The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has announced the first phase of “Drinkable Tap Water and Drinkable Stands” areas, recently initiated at 31 locations alongside 113 tap water stands, with aims to reduce the societal gap and increase access to clean, safe, and hygienic water for the public across Thailand.
EA Clinches Top Energy Industry Award in Thailand
Published on 09/04/2024
» Energy Absolute Public Company Limited, or EA, won the Thailand Top Company Award 2024 in the energy industry category. Mr. Chatrapon Sripratum, Vice President of the Climate Change Strategy & Sustainability, represented the company in receiving the award from His Excellency Professor Emeritus Dr. Kasem Wattanachai, Privy Councillor. The award is presented to outstanding organisations with excellent performance and excellence in their respective industries, honouring organisations that have elevated their potential in sustainable business management, which is a crucial foundation for Thailand's economy.
Economists expect vote for rate cut
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/04/2024
» Economists anticipate the Bank of Thailand will opt to lower its policy rate on Wednesday, giving a short-term boost to the country's economy, which has been hindered by delays in budget disbursement.
Aquaverse in Pattaya welcomes Ghostbusters-themed attraction
Life, Published on 09/04/2024
» Columbia Pictures Aquaverse in Pattaya recently launched the world's first Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire themed attraction, promising a unique experience.
Fight back or flee? Myanmar draft forces hard choices on youth
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2024
» Weeks after Myanmar's military government announced a nationwide draft, two young women from far-flung parts of the Southeast Asian country headed to the jungles to take up arms against the junta.
Cooling down a hot customer base
Business, Published on 08/04/2024
» Scorching heat and air pollution are driving sales of air conditioners and air purifiers this year in Thailand.
Expanding for the long term
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 06/04/2024
» Executives at long-standing conglomerate Yip In Tsoi Co Ltd credit expansion of its empire and navigating through challenges to foresight, business diversification and strong partnerships.
UOB eyes partners to help SMEs hit sustainability goals
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/04/2024
» UOB Thailand has teamed up with the government and private sector to assist local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their transition towards business sustainability.