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Be wary of your spouse
Life, Bernard Trink, Published on 16/05/2016
» It's said that men marry for sex, women for security. An oversimplification yet consistent with the undeniable fact that each party enters matrimony with expectations. Before exchanging vows, they've probably discussed and agreed on children, one or two jobs, family relations, domicile, time with friends.
Total commitment
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/05/2016
» Rosy business potential, stable regulation and an investor-friendly environment have prompted the French oil and gas company Total SA to aggressively expand its presence in Asia Pacific, where the company has budgeted US$7.5 billion for upstream petroleum activities between 2015 and 2017.
Regulations hamper crowdfund growth
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 16/05/2016
» Reward-based crowdfunding portals are keen to turn themselves into equity-based funding portals for small businesses and start-ups, but find the share subscription procedure a major stumbling block.
Myths and realities of executive coaching in thailand
Business, Kriengsak Niratpattanasai, Published on 16/05/2016
» Executive coaching is a relatively new tool for leadership development in Thailand so it is natural that there are some misunderstandings about it. This article aims to provide insight and address the myths and realities of this discipline.
From the ground up
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 16/05/2016
» A sufficiency economy is a concept very close to Thais' hearts. But, as widely known as it is, not many seem to realise its potential and possible application, especially in the world of business.
Live your dreams
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 16/05/2016
» Cuba, a socialist country with breathtaking Spanish colonial architecture, exceptionally fine music and superior cigars, is finally getting the world's attention it so deserves. Restored diplomacy with the US is putting the country among the top tourist destinations. Cuba was given a further boost when US President Barack Obama made a state visit in March and Karl Lagerfeld staged a fashion show in Havana earlier this month by turning the leafy Paseo del Prado boulevard into an extravagant catwalk. Not to be left behind, Thai hoteliers recently went to Havana to ink a deal to open a high-end complex.
Making the city greener
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 16/05/2016
» It is probably a concrete jungle that the people of Bangkok feel most at home with. But that's no longer the case specifically in the eastern part of the city, thanks to Pa Nai Krung -- literally forest inside the city -- which has recently become an environmental landmark in the area.
Age-old remedy for modern-day malaise
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 16/05/2016
» More than 80 years ago, an old practitioner of Chinese medicine got on a boat to flee an intense drought in China. The man, known as Master Tang, ended up in Thailand, where his knowledge has been passed down through the generations and provided the foundations for a multi-billion baht business.
'Training device' led to Manchester United-Bournemouth abandonment
AFP, Published on 16/05/2016
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - The suspect package that saw Manchester United's Premier League game with Bournemouth at Old Trafford abandoned on Sunday was in fact a dummy device left behind following a training exercise held at the ground four days earlier, police announced.
Palermo secure Serie A safety with Verona victory
AFP, Published on 16/05/2016
» PALERMO (ITALY) - Palermo secured their Serie A status for next season by beating bottom club Verona 3-2 in an action-packed encounter on Sunday, meaning that Carpi are relegated despite a 2-1 win at Udinese.