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  • Tenzing Pacific Services predicts market’s ‘positive momentum’ to continue

    Tenzing Pacific Services predicts market’s ‘positive momentum’ to continue

    Tenzing Pacific Services is anticipating positive stock market momentum to carry through to the end of 2024 despite volatility and share performance dispersion. Tenzing Pacific Services, a health, life, and business insurance and investment company, saw June as a mixed bag when it came to growth. This is in large part due to the market’s performance not necessarily correlating with…

  • Virgin Active celebrates 10 years of operation in Thailand

    Virgin Active celebrates 10 years of operation in Thailand

    Virgin Active Thailand is celebrating 10 years of operations and is looking to continue boosting the health and wellness of the country. Part of the Virgin Group global portfolio, Virgin Active currently has 8 clubs in Thailand, which deliver nearly 60,000 exercise classes yearly. Country Director for Virgin Active in Southeast Asia, Julien Bera, sees the 10th anniversary as a…

  • Surge in rabies cases among livestock including cows in Northeast Thailand raises alarms

    Surge in rabies cases among livestock including cows in Northeast Thailand raises alarms

    Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding a rise in rabies cases, particularly among cattle in the Northeast region. Health authorities are emphasising the critical need for vigilance and precautionary measures as they monitor the situation closely. Health authorities have also issued strict warnings that locals should not butcher and consume the…

  • Travellers guide to all transportation in Thailand

    Travellers guide to all transportation in Thailand

    Discovering the lively streets and serene landscapes of Thailand is sure to be on your bucket list but, like any journey, it has its challenges. Choosing among the abundant transportation options in Thailand can become quite a daunting task. In this guide, we will simplify the different options available to you. Popular urban transportation options in Thailand BTS Skytrain When…

  • Customise the donuts of your dreams at Duck Donuts Thailand

    Customise the donuts of your dreams at Duck Donuts Thailand

    Do you find that your donut store has only bland donuts which do not satisfy your tastebuds or flair for creativity? Maybe you’re just a donut purist who wants your next order made exactly the way you want. Well look no further than Duck Donut, who stock a range of delicious donut flavours which can be endlessly modified to your…

  • The top auto industry leaders gathered in Pattaya for the SMM automotive conference

    The top auto industry leaders gathered in Pattaya for the SMM automotive conference

    The ASEAN Automotive Supply Chain Conference, organised by Shanghai Metal Market, was held at the Hilton Pattaya, Thailand, from June 18 to 19, 2024. The forum, themed Dual Circulation for Global Development, spotlighted the significant transition within China’s automobile industry, focusing on the shift from internal combustion engines to new energy vehicles and the global expansion of its industry chain…

  • Which is the best copy trading platform?

    Which is the best copy trading platform?

    Copy trading has become increasingly popular with investors around the globe over the past decade. It’s considered a simple way to capitalise on market opportunities with little effort. But is it really a shortcut to making big bucks in the market, or is it too good to be true? What is copy trading anyway? With the help of XM, the…

  • What to do in Bangkok this weekend (July 19 to 21)

    What to do in Bangkok this weekend (July 19 to 21)

    Happy weekend, Bangkok! If you’ve been in the city for a while, you know there are always fun things to do and events to attend. From relaxing in a Japanese onsen and cheering on your favourite sports team in a sports bar to sipping margaritas and busting moves until dawn, your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Bangkok are sorted! Things to…

  • King’s College student researchers discuss brain health

    King’s College student researchers discuss brain health

    King’s College International School students have collaborated with Bangkok Hospital to deliver a Health Awareness Talk about neurology and brain health. BioMedINN, a student-directed research group at King’s College, organised the session in an effort to inform the public about the importance of neurological health and wellbeing. This event followed on from their recent creation of a stroke testing kit,…

  • Thailand faces growing heart and cardiovascular disease crisis

    Thailand faces growing heart and cardiovascular disease crisis

    Thailand is grappling with a significant public health challenge as heart and cardiovascular diseases claim an alarming number of lives. According to data from the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), there were more than 23,667 deaths due to heart and cardiovascular issues, including strokes, in the first 198 days of 2024. This staggering figure translates to an average of 119…

  • S Hotels & Resorts and Singha Estate form a strategic partnership with Ascott enhancing the hospitality sector in the United Kingdom

    S Hotels & Resorts and Singha Estate form a strategic partnership with Ascott enhancing the hospitality sector in the United Kingdom

    S Hotels and Resorts PCL (SET: SHR), a subsidiary of Singha Estate PCL (SET: S), a leading international development company, has announced a strategic partnership with The Ascott Limited (SGX: Ascott), a wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (SGX: CLI). The collaboration between S Hotels & Resorts and Ascott marks the first time that two leading Asian hospitality…

  • Planning your perfect weekend getaway to Sriracha

    Planning your perfect weekend getaway to Sriracha

    Only a one and a half hour drive away from Bangkok, Sriracha offers the perfect weekend getaway with its serene beaches, vibrant local culture, and delightful culinary experiences. A 3-day stay is ideal to see all that this charming seaside town in Chonburi has to offer, especially with a well-planned itinerary. Below, we’ve outlined the best places to eat, visit,…

  • Medical cannabis Thailand legalisation and benefits for patients

    Medical cannabis Thailand legalisation and benefits for patients

    The topic around the medical usage of marijuana in Thailand has escalated in prominence, particularly after it authorised health-based uses in 2018. Thailand is appreciated worldwide for its breathtaking beaches and flavourful dishes and is now additionally acknowledged as a significant entity in the medicinal marijuana industry. As the government tightened the rules around its recreational use, the emphasis has…

  • Top 6 reasons you should send your kids to an American-Style summer camp in Thailand

    Top 6 reasons you should send your kids to an American-Style summer camp in Thailand

    It’s the end of June, and that means kids in Thailand are on a long summer holiday! If you’re looking for a fun yet educational activity for your kids to pass summer break, sending them to iCamp Thailand, the first American-style residential camp in the country, might be a great option. Located in Kanchanaburi, iCamp Thailand’s residential summer camp is…

  • Four Lifestyle Fairs to open in fall 2024 in Hong Kong

    Four Lifestyle Fairs to open in fall 2024 in Hong Kong

    Hong Kong and Thailand have enjoyed robust bilateral trade relations on a range of products and services over the years. Adding to Hong Kong’s business advantages, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organises world-class exhibitions in Hong Kong to create business opportunities for corporations around the world. Vian Cheung, Director, Thailand and South Asia, HKTDC announced here today that…

  • Leaf, Laugh, Love Comedy hosts charity night at Euphoria by Royal Queen Seeds to benefit Bangkok community help foundation

    Leaf, Laugh, Love Comedy hosts charity night at Euphoria by Royal Queen Seeds to benefit Bangkok community help foundation

    Leaf, Laugh, Love Comedy is excited to announce a special charity comedy night at Euphoria by Royal Queen Seeds on Friday, July 19, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This event aims to raise funds for the Bangkok Community Help Foundation, a local organization dedicated to providing essential support to underprivileged communities in Bangkok. The event promises an evening filled…

  • Phyathai Hospital celebrates app success with healthcare promotions and benefits

    Phyathai Hospital celebrates app success with healthcare promotions and benefits

    Phyathai Hospital has announced healthcare promotions to celebrate 500,000 people downloading their Health Up mobile application. Until September 30, patients at Phyathai-Paolo Group hospitals can access a 2-for-1 deal on specialised medical assessments and evaluations. Individually, these services cost 5,500 THB, but users who provide proof of registering with the app can book one additional Health Up Celebration package for…

  • African swine fever outbreak reported in Chiang Mai

    African swine fever outbreak reported in Chiang Mai

    In a significant and concerning development, Thailand has reported its first outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) for the year, as confirmed by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). This outbreak has occurred in Luang Nuea Village, located in the Doi Saket District of Chiang Mai Province. The outbreak details The outbreak began on June 5 on a farm…

  • Dengue infections in Thailand reach record 44,387 cases in first six months of 2024

    Dengue infections in Thailand reach record 44,387 cases in first six months of 2024

    The latest epidemiological surveillance report from Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DCD) has revealed an alarming surge in dengue fever cases in 2024. As of July 10, the number of reported cases has reached a staggering 44,387, representing a 1.06-fold increase from the same period in 2023. This marks a significant public health concern, as the first six months of…

  • Upcoming trends for trading in 2024

    Upcoming trends for trading in 2024

    2024 is poised to be a game-changing year for the FX and CFD markets. With the integration of AI technologies and a growing emphasis on mobile trading, industries are adapting to keep pace with global shifts. Here are the top 5 upcoming trends for trading in 2024. 1. Artificial Intelligence will remain at the forefront With the continuous advancement of…

  • The three tours recommended by the Tourism Authority of Thailand

    The three tours recommended by the Tourism Authority of Thailand

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the nation’s leader in tourism operations, recommends three tours for travelers who want to truly experience Thailand’s beauty. Aiming to drive Thailand towards sustainable experience-based tourism activities, TAT promotes the tourism industry through marketing, communications and service provision. TAT hopes to grow Thailand’s tourism ecosystem by providing trustworthy resources, information and data for prospective…

  • Exploration of GHRP-2 Peptide

    Exploration of GHRP-2 Peptide

    Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2 (GHRP-2) belongs to a class of synthetic peptides known as secretagogues. These compounds are designed to stimulate the release of endogenous growth hormone (GH) from the pituitary gland. As part of the GHRP family, GHRP-2 may exhibit unique properties that distinguish it from other peptides in its class. This article explores the speculative mechanisms, molecular interactions,…

  • Thailand’s PM and health minister unveils digital health stations to honour His Majesty The King

    Thailand’s PM and health minister unveils digital health stations to honour His Majesty The King

    In a significant leap towards enhancing healthcare access, Sa Kaeo Hospital in Thailand has established digital health stations across 340 communities in the province. This initiative, part of the Royal Celebration Project, aims to honour His Majesty the King and marks a milestone in the country’s primary healthcare system. Celebrating His Majesty the King’s 60th birthday Over the weekend, Thailand’s…

  • Top 5 Japanese restaurants in Bangkok

    Top 5 Japanese restaurants in Bangkok

    From izakayas to shabu-shabu to high-end omakase, we can’t get enough of Japanese cuisine! Fortunately, Bangkok has a staggering list of incredible Japanese restaurants. Authentic, new world, and fusion-style Japanese restaurants fill up Bangkok’s dining scene. So whether you want to indulge in delicious sushi and sashimi, try some authentic teppanyaki, or stuff yourself with comforting bowls of ramen and…

  • Thailand’s Ministry of Public health launches innovative health food market initiative

    Thailand’s Ministry of Public health launches innovative health food market initiative

    The Ministry of Public Health in Thailand is trying to revolutionise the way locals think about food and health. On July 10, 2024, at the Office of the Permanent Secretary for Public Health, Somsak Thepsuthin, Minister of Public Health, inaugurated the pioneering health market initiative, From Healthy Menu to Medicinal Food. This initiative aims to promote health through nutrition and…

  • Red yeast rice scare: Thai FDA ensures public protection

    Red yeast rice scare: Thai FDA ensures public protection

    Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reassured the public that red yeast rice supplements linked to a shocking number of deaths in Japan have not entered the Thai market. This announcement follows Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co’s revelation that it is investigating an additional 76 deaths potentially connected to its benikoji (red rice tablets). The health scare began in March when…

  • Thailand’s DDC issues health alert on rising eye infections due to contaminated tap water

    Thailand’s DDC issues health alert on rising eye infections due to contaminated tap water

    The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has issued a public health alert following the discovery of a conjunctivitis outbreak affecting 200 residents in a condominium complex in the Lardphrao area in Bangkok. Investigations have revealed the presence of the parasite Acanthamoeba in the tap water supply within the condominium units. Thai Health officials are currently conducting an in-depth disease investigation…

  • Thailand’s 30 baht healthcare policy gets public approval

    Thailand’s 30 baht healthcare policy gets public approval

    Thailand’s 30 Baht Treatment Anywhere policy has received widespread approval from the public, providing accessible health services for minor illnesses through community pharmacies in 45 provinces. The 30 Baht Treatment Anywhere policy, which allows citizens to receive healthcare services for minor ailments at designated quality pharmacies, has been warmly received by the public. This initiative, part of the National Health…

  • Thai FDA recalls herbal product Ya Grek Ku over safety concerns

    Thai FDA recalls herbal product Ya Grek Ku over safety concerns

    The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ordered a recall of a popular herbal product found to contain dangerous substances used to treat erectile dysfunction. The FDA instructed the manufacturer to cease sales immediately and remove the product from the market. Thai FDA Deputy Secretary-General Witit Srisurachai revealed that the administration received complaints from consumers about the herbal product, Ya…

  • The Peninsula Bangkok unveils ‘Sanctuary Within’ exhibition by Jarupatcha Achavasmit as part of Art in Resonance

    The Peninsula Bangkok unveils ‘Sanctuary Within’ exhibition by Jarupatcha Achavasmit as part of Art in Resonance

    Discover a unique blend of artistry and environmental mindfulness at The Peninsula Bangkok’s newest exhibition, “Sanctuary Within,” featuring the exceptional work of textile artist Jarupatcha Achavasmit. As an integral part of the hotel’s celebrated Art in Resonance programme, this exhibition intertwines creative expression with sustainable practices. Achavasmit’s three-month residency at The Peninsula Bangkok culminates in this captivating display, where discarded…