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Footballer auctions national jersey to help war victims in Myanmar
Piyarach Chongcharoen, Published on 02/04/2024
» KANCHANABURI: A football player born to a Mon family has auctioned off his Thai national team jersey, and will donate the money to villagers in Myanmar whose homes were destroyed by junta government gunboats.
Thanathorn buys Pridi's house in Paris
Online Reporters, Published on 02/04/2024
» Progressive Movement leader Thanathong Juangroongruangkit has purchased the house in Paris where Pridi Banomyong spent the last days of his life, to preserve as an important part of Thailand's political history.
Loans for electric vehicles poised to expand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/04/2024
» Loans for electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to pace auto lending expansion this year as demand gently builds in the Thai market.
The Ocean Cleanup Launches Interceptor 019 Against River Plastic
Published on 02/04/2024
» Marine waste, spurred by improper disposal, severely impacts marine ecosystems. Addressing this urgent issue requires a comprehensive and multi-sectoral approach that includes prioritising waste management strategies to prevent ocean-bound waste and performing regular cleanups.
Bangkok office blocks told to upgrade 'to survive'
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/04/2024
» Older office buildings in Bangkok should accelerate their upgrades as existing tenants are relocating to new prime towers, widening the gap in rents, says property consultant Jones Lang LaSalle (Thailand) (JLL).
Isuzu teams up with PTT on hydro vegetable oil project
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/04/2024
» Tri Petch Isuzu, the local distributor of Isuzu vehicles, is working with PTT Plc to jointly test vehicles powered by a new clean fuel to support a campaign to cut carbon dioxide emissions, which are high in Thailand's transport sector.
Price limit change to aid would-be buyers
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 02/04/2024
» The Finance Ministry looks set to propose an increase in the limit on home prices eligible for a reduction in the transfer fee and mortgage registration fee to 5 million baht, from the current level of less than 3 million baht, in an effort to stimulate the real estate sector.
Government gets tough on CO2
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 02/04/2024
» Thailand is expected to start enforcing a new law outlining measures to reduce carbon dioxide emissions within this year, helping the state and business sectors better deal with climate change, says Rachata Phisitbanakorn, assistant to the natural resources and environment minister.
Line Man Wongnai targets IPO in 2025
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/04/2024
» Line Man Wongnai will launch an initial public offering (IPO) on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) by the third quarter of 2025 at the earliest, making it the first Thai digital platform company to list on the local bourse, according to the company's chief executive Yod Chinsupakul.
Vietnamese rice causes backlash in local markets
News, Post Reporters, Published on 02/04/2024
» Market mechanisms and an oversupply of rice, especially a certain Vietnamese variety, are contributing to the sharp drop in the rice redemption price for the upcoming farming season, which starts in April, says the Thai Agriculturist Association.