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Contraband suki spices seized from warehouse
Online Reporters, Published on 21/04/2025
» Police have raided a warehouse and seized over 8,000 contraband food items purporting to be Mala suki ingredients and intended for sale to restaurants in Bangkok as well as through online channels.
Students, monks help out as floodwaters rise in Lampang
Online Reporters, Published on 28/09/2024
» Floodwaters in Ban Nong Sang village in Lampang have reached depths of 50 centimetres to 2 metres since the Wang River overflowed, prompting volunteers to urgently rescue pets trapped by the rising water.
Couple accused of abusing underage Shan labourers
Published on 14/09/2024
» A couple in the Pracha Chuen area of Bangkok have been arrested on suspicion of exploiting minors from Shan state in Myanmar for forced labour.
New Attractions and Renowned Brands Arrive at Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery
Published on 31/07/2024
» Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery are strengthening their position as global destinations in the heart of Bangkok. To remain top of mind for both Thai and international shoppers, they unveil their strategy for the second half of the year, introducing new attractions to create extraordinary experiences and continuously excite customers. By collaborating with renowned brands and popular stores, they cater to shoppers' needs and gear up to drive consistent sales growth for these esteemed brands within the centres.
Phenix Launches: Pratunam’s New World-Class Food Hub
Published on 28/06/2024
» The Prime Minister, embassy representatives, government, and private sectors in the food industry, along with Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), collaborate to inaugurate the "Phenix" project, the world's food wholesale hub with the largest food lounge in Pratunam. It integrates high-quality food ingredients sourced globally, complemented by a lifestyle of indulgence, entertainment, and culinary excellence, all within a pioneering business model that facilitates trade between food manufacturers and suppliers through both offline and online channels. With a diverse array of products from over 1,000 global brands and international pavilions representing various countries, the project aims to attract tourists and food enthusiasts worldwide to Bangkok's new landmark in the Pratunam area. The expansive food lounge hosts over 200 renowned restaurants, offering a rich tapestry of culinary experiences from esteemed establishments, including Michelin-recommended street food and restaurants, set against diverse atmospheres throughout the venue. This endeavour is poised to elevate Thailand's food and tourism sectors, providing a year-round celebration of gastronomic excellence under the "Flavour Gets Its Wing Worldwide" concept, enhancing Thai cuisine's global reputation as a cultural soft power. With the "Phenix" model, the project invites food entrepreneurs, chefs, and influencers worldwide to participate, driving Thailand towards becoming a premier 'Food Ecosystem Destination.'
Hands up for a pay rise
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Penchan Charoensuthipan and Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/11/2023
» Despite being in office for only two months, the Pheu Thai-led government has made progress on several campaign pledges including plans to raise salaries for civil servants and the daily minimum wages for unskilled workers, although the timeframe set for these changes is within four years.
Rough start for 'new chinatown'
News, Patapee Ruangsri and Jo Ya Hsiung, Published on 20/08/2023
» A parallel Chinese society has grown up in Bangkok's Huai Khwang district as the number of Chinese expats has increased, deepening the reputation of Huai Khwang as the second Yaowarat, or Bangkok's new Chinatown.
Two women hurt when family home collapses
Online Reporters, Published on 06/06/2023
» Two women were seriously injured when their family home collapsed without warning overnight in Muang district of Samut Songkhram province.
Absentee factory owner to be charged
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 26/05/2023
» The labour minister has ordered the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare to press charges against the owner of Grand UB Co, a furniture factory in Chon Buri, after its closure resulted in its 63 workers being laid off without payment.
Abandoned bride-to-be demands compensation
Manit Sanubboon, Published on 05/05/2022
» PRACHIN BURI: An abandoned bride-to-be has vowed not to mend ties with her runaway groom who claimed to be a soldier working in the deep South, and the woman has demanded 270,000 baht in compensation from him.