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Guru's Weekly Buzz: March 1-7
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 01/03/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, food and travel to indulge in.
Remembering an icon
Life, John Clewley, Published on 01/08/2023
» On July 13, luk thung singer, actor, movie/TV producer and label owner Phanom Nopporn passed away in hospital at the age of 77. One of the giants of the "country music" genre, fans and stars of the luk thung industry attended his funeral on July 18 at Wat Bang Rak Noi Ban Sai in Nonthaburi.
Taking on the teens, kids save a life, old man lashes out
News, Mae Moo, Published on 18/06/2023
» No ordinary soi row
Long-stay visa becomes sole enticement
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Kanana Katharangsiporn and Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/02/2022
» The government has vowed to woo affluent foreigners for lengthy stays, specifically aiming for the wealthy, retirees, remote workers and experts, with the aim of boosting the economy and investment in the country.
Telecom mega merger faces hurdles
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Srisamorn Phoosuphanusorn, Published on 23/11/2021
» The merger of True Corporation Plc and Total Access Communication Plc (DTAC) could cause a potential telecom market dominance, while the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) will have the authority to look into the issue, according to the Office of Trade Competition Commission (OTCC).
Tourism surge to prop up confidence
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Phusadee Arunmas and Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 13/10/2021
» Reopening the tourism industry to vaccinated foreigners from November will help drive GDP growth and sustain business confidence, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Less comedy, more dhamma
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/09/2021
» A couple of weeks ago, two well-known monks -- Phra Maha Sompong Talaputto and Phra Maha Praiwan Worawano -- held a livestream talk show on social media that attracted 200,000 viewers. The chat led to several debates between their supporters and opponents since it was different from typical dhamma talks or dhamma preaching. The two monks used several teenage slang expressions and joked with their viewers who commented via the live chat. While Phra Maha Sompong focused on delivering his own jokes like a standup comedian, Phra Maha Praiwan, who knew many teenage expressions, giggled uncontrollably throughout the show. He was criticised for not being not calm or having self-control as a monk should.
Green light for online action plan
Business, Phusadee Arunmas and Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 31/08/2021
» The cabinet on Monday gave the go-ahead to the national e-commerce development action plan phase I, which spans 2021-2022 and aims to boost e-commerce revenue to more than 5.35 trillion baht next year.
Clubhouse is the place to be... but it's invite only
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/02/2021
» Audio-based social networking app Clubhouse has become popular in the past few weeks. The app is similar to a traditional radio station in which a DJ or a moderator allows listeners to participate and speak in a programme. In order to access Clubhouse, users must be invited by a friend and currently, the app is available only on iOS for iPhone and iPad users. Clubhouse has stated that it is working on an Android version but has not set a launch date yet. Due to the app's popularity in Thailand, Clubhouse invitations are being sold on social media and e-commerce websites.
IP agency, CP All to sell GI products online
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/08/2019
» The Intellectual Property Department is teaming up with CP All Plc, the operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores, to sell geographical indication (GI) products online, the latest scheme to help expand channels for farmers and local producers.