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Macron hails Notre-Dame restoration
Published on 29/11/2024
» PARIS - French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday praised the more than 1,000 artisans who helped rebuild Notre-Dame Cathedral in what he called “the project of the century”, five-and-a-half years after fire gutted the Gothic masterpiece.
British lawmakers vote to legalise assisted dying
Published on 29/11/2024
» LONDON - Britain’s parliament has voted in favour of a new bill to legalise assisted dying, paving the way for months of further debate on an issue that has divided the country and raised questions about the standard of palliative care.
20-baht transit fare extended for 2025
Post Reporters, Published on 29/11/2024
» The cabinet has approved a budget of 400 million baht to support the extension of the 20-baht flat fare for the Red and Purple electric train lines for another year.
17 loan sharks nabbed in Pattaya
Post Reporters, Published on 29/11/2024
» PATTAYA - Seventeen Chinese nationals have been arrested in two houses in Pattaya on charges of operating an illegal loan business, police say.
Korean influencer targeted for lese-majeste
Published on 29/11/2024
» A royalist group has asked the police to investigate whether a Korean internet influencer with 1 million TikTok followers has violated Thailand’s lese-majeste law.
Blue by Alain Ducasse Celebrates Fifth Consecutive Year with Michelin
Published on 29/11/2024
» Bangkok, November 2024 – Blue by Alain Ducasse, Bangkok's premier French fine-dining destination, proudly announces its continued success as a one-Michelin-starred restaurant for the fifth consecutive year (2021–2025). Situated in the heart of ICONSIAM with breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River, the restaurant reaffirms its position as a trailblazer in Bangkok’s vibrant culinary scene, blending modern French cuisine with exceptional hospitality.
Tourism talks aim to remove hurdles
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/11/2024
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is planning a discussion with representatives of four groups — shopping malls, foreign ambassadors, online travel agents and hoteliers — about how to remove obstacles in the tourism sector.
Thai investigation ‘clears BYD over discounts’
Published on 29/11/2024
» The Consumer Protection Board in Thailand has cleared the Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD of wrongdoing over discount practices that prompted complaints from BYD owners and a subsequent investigation, two sources familiar with the matter said.
Revolutionising Skin Cancer Screening at Samitivej Sukhumvit
Published on 29/11/2024
» Moles or birthmarks can appear anywhere on the body, including under the nails. While most moles are harmless, some may indicate serious skin cancers such as melanoma—the deadliest form of skin cancer, responsible for 75% of all skin cancer-related deaths. Melanoma is more prevalent in men and fair-skinned populations, particularly Caucasians. Although rare in Thais, melanoma develops from abnormalities in pigment-producing cells (melanocytes), often caused by excessive UV exposure. Early detection and treatment significantly enhance survival rates, with a 99% chance of recovery if diagnosed at an early stage.
"EGAT Unveils Plans for Carbon Neutrality by 2030"
Published on 29/11/2024
» The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) reaffirmed its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 during its participation in a side event at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Representing EGAT, Professor Dr. Pisut Painmanakul participated in the seminar “Energy Transition towards Carbon Neutrality”, where the organisation presented its strategic framework under the 4D1E policy and highlighted its progress in renewable energy initiatives.