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Wrong-way BMW driver causes 10-car crash
Online Reporters, Published on 30/09/2025
» NONTHABURI - A drunk woman drove her BMW sedan against the traffic flow and caused a pile-up of about 10 vehicles on Monday night, police said.
Thai Coconut Unveils Bold Global Growth and Product Expansion
Published on 29/05/2025
» Bangkok, 29 May 2025 – Thai Coconut Public Company Limited (“COCOCO”) has announced its ambitious plan to become a global leader in beverage innovation. The company aims to drive sustainable growth through strategic product portfolio expansion and a stronger presence in high-growth markets. The company will leverage the strength of natural ingredients from Thai coconuts to meet the needs of OEM customers and health-conscious consumers. As part of this plan, the company unveiled three exciting new beverages at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2025.
Sown & Reborn: A Circular Culinary First for Asia
Published on 24/04/2025
» JW Marriott Khao Lak is proud to introduce Sown & Reborn - a new fully circular refined six-course dining experience comprised entirely of produce from the resort’s 27 acres organic farm, creatively repurposed food leftovers, and sustainably sourced local fish and shellfish.
Thai Coconut Industry Unites to End Monkey Labour
Published on 27/03/2025
» Bangkok, 31 March 2025 – Thai Coconut Industry Group, in collaboration with Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve the welfare of monkeys potentially used in Thailand's coconut industry. This landmark agreement marks the first formal commitment to address this complex issue. The initiative begins with a joint project to care for monkeys currently or formerly used in agriculture and industry. The groups will then work to expand cooperation with relevant government agencies to advocate for legislation prohibiting the use of monkeys for coconut harvesting, coupled with rigorous enforcement. The agreement also promotes the adoption of modern harvesting techniques and the cultivation of dwarf coconut varieties. The core objective is to create lasting positive change within the industry and improve the perception of the Thai coconut industry on the global stage.
Animal rights group calls for release of Moo Deng
Online Reporters, Published on 28/09/2024
» The wildlife activism group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) has accused Khao Kheow Open Zoo of exploiting the baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng, saying she belongs in the wild.
PM orders agencies to review forest use requests
News, PIYARACH CHONGCHAROEN, Published on 13/05/2024
» RATCHABURI: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Sunday vowed to protect the nation's forests as he instructed agencies to review people's requests to make use of forest areas.
Koh Yao aims to become a wellness destination
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 25/01/2024
» The Public Health Ministry plans to promote Koh Yao district in Phangnga as a wellness destination by elevating medical and long-stay services for tourists.
New label to assure no harm to animals
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/08/2023
» The Department of Agriculture will introduce a new label for coconut products that were not made with coconuts that were harvested by monkeys.
Peta monkey claims still hurt sellers
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/06/2023
» A group of Thai coconut milk producers has urged the government to act fast and hire a lobbyist to move against Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) after the animal rights group made fresh accusations concerning domestic farmers' treatment of monkeys.