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Bank of Thailand slashes tourism forecast
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/05/2025
» The Bank of Thailand has slashed its forecast for Chinese tourist arrivals this year by 2 million, or nearly 30%, reducing its projection for total foreign arrivals in 2025.
‘Recovered’ Assange promotes documentary at Cannes
AFP, Published on 21/05/2025
» CANNES, France - Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has recovered well after his release from jail last year, his wife told AFP ahead of the premiere of a documentary on Wednesday that includes never-seen-before footage of the whistleblower.
Sleek EV Targets Top 3 in Thailand by 2025
Published on 21/05/2025
» Bangkok, 21 May 2025 – Driven by a vision to redefine mobility in Southeast Asia, one of Thailand’s fastest-growing electric motorcycle brands is taking bold strides toward the future. Sleek EV Co., Ltd. is transforming urban transport with proprietary in-house technology and a fully integrated ecosystem, supported by strategic alliances in the energy, finance, and automotive sectors. “We’re not just building electric motorcycles; we’re shaping the future of sustainable and accessible mobility,” said Kantinan Tunveenukoon, CEO of Sleek EV.
GrabFood: Thailand’s Top Delivery App Tailored for Expats on the Go
Published on 21/05/2025
» In a city where time is precious and traffic unrelenting, GrabFood has emerged as more than just a delivery platform—it’s an essential part of daily life. From busy professionals seeking a quick lunch to expats craving the taste of home, GrabFood offers unmatched speed, variety, and reliability, making it Thailand’s go-to choice for food delivery.
Magnolia, HERSHEY’S Unveil Decadent Ice Cream Collaboration
Published on 21/05/2025
» Bangkok, May 2025 – Magnolia, one of Thailand’s top five ice cream brands and a proud member of the F&N Group, has partnered with global chocolate giant HERSHEY’S to launch the new “Magnolia HERSHEY’S” premium ice cream series. This indulgent collaboration blends Magnolia’s signature creamy flavours—Premium Chocolate and Creamy & Crunchy Cookies N’ Cream—with HERSHEY’S rich, aromatic chocolate, offering ice cream lovers a next-level taste experience.
What a gas: Britons first to scale Everest with new aid
Reuters, Published on 21/05/2025
» KATHMANDU - Four British climbers have become the first to scale Mount Everest using Xenon gas, which helped them save several weeks that mountaineers normally need to get used to high altitudes, the expedition organiser said on Wednesday.
Pattaya weed shop busted for vape sales
News, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 21/05/2025
» Police have raided a cannabis shop in Pattaya that was illegally selling e-cigarettes and foreign cigarettes, seizing 110 disposable vape devices and 216 packs of imported tobacco, with an estimated value of 60,000 baht.
Amazon fires drive unprecedented global forest loss
Reuters, Published on 21/05/2025
» SAO PAULO — Massive fires fuelled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records in 2024, according to a report issued on Wednesday.
Japan's minister resigns over rice comment
Reuters, Published on 21/05/2025
» TOKYO — Japan's farm minister quit Wednesday after saying he has never needed to buy rice, a comment that fuelled criticism of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's minority government and its handling of rising food prices ahead of an election.
Cloud 11 Appoints Paul Sirisant as CEO
Published on 21/05/2025
» Cloud 11, the regional creator hub developed by MQDC, has appointed Mr Paul Sirisant as Chief Executive Officer to steer the completion of Thailand and ASEAN’s most ambitious creative destination. The project aims to accelerate Southeast Asia’s burgeoning content creator economy, currently valued at 45 billion baht ($1.3 billion).