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Artwork telling a story of time and memory wins 2026 UOB Painting of the Year (Thailand)
UOB Thailand has announced Weerapong Sansomporn as the winner of the 2026 UOB Painting of the Year (Thailand) for his work Memories From the Forest, a piece crafted from woven copper wire on black velvet fabric. Drawing inspiration from tree rings, cracks, gaps and weathered surfaces, the artwork reflects the traces of growth, loss and time embedded in nature. Through…
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Celebrate the magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is inviting travellers to spend the festive season at the resort, with holiday dining and seasonal experiences on offer. Set along Tri-Trang Beach, the resort says its setting offers families, couples and friends a tropical place to gather for Christmas and the New Year in Phuket. The programme runs from family activities to…
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The industry has voted: UF AWARDS APAC 2026 winners are here
This story is about success and competition. Fintech and online trading are the ultimate battlegrounds, where innovation, trade execution and razor-sharp spreads decide who wins the market and who is left behind. That was also the theme of this year’s UF AWARDS APAC 2026 ceremony. October 8 was an auspicious day for many iFX EXPO Asia attendees, as the industry…
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Highgate International School Thailand opens first campus outside the UK near Siam Country Club, Chonburi
Highgate International School Thailand, established through a collaboration between Siam Motors Group and Highgate School UK, has officially opened its first campus outside the United Kingdom. Palakorn Suwanrath, privy councillor, president of the Rajaprajanugroh Foundation under Royal Patronage, and executive committee member of the Chaipattana Foundation, presided over the ceremony, which was attended by the school’s management team, teachers, parents,…
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Royal Orchid Sheraton Bangkok celebrates Loy Krathong by the river
Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok will host a Loy Krathong celebration on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 6pm, with four dining experiences along the Chao Phraya River. The evening will combine festive cuisine, Thai cultural performances, live entertainment and a fireworks display, giving guests several ways to celebrate Loy Krathong in Bangkok by the river. At Thara Thong, guests…
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MiVana launches SHOT DRINK made from organic coffee cherry
MiVana Company Limited, part of the Premier Group, has launched MiVana SHOT DRINK, a ready-to-drink wellness beverage made from organic coffee cherry pulp sourced from Chiang Rai’s watershed forests. The launch marks MiVana’s expansion beyond organic coffee into the wellness market, with a sales target of 100 million baht in the first 12 months. The new product builds on MiVana’s…
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Trade War 2026: what it is and its impact on financial market
The year 2026 marks another year when global financial markets continue to face uncertainty from geopolitical factors, trade policies, and constantly shifting economic conditions. The impact of conflicts in the Middle East, which have contributed to surging energy prices, is significant enough to prompt international financial institutions to closely monitor risks to global economic growth. Furthermore, the already fragile economic…
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wave to earth brings ‘the pieces tour’ to Bangkok this November
South Korean trio wave to earth will bring the pieces tour to Bangkok on November 12, 2026, at UOB Live, Emsphere, with singer-songwriter Milena joining as the supporting act. The Bangkok show forms part of wave to earth’s largest tour to date, following a sold-out Seoul run and continued success across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Known for…
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket unveils festive season 2026 dining
For many travellers, Phuket in late December means warm seas, long evenings and a holiday that feels different from the winter at home. This year, Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort has a season of festive dining in Phuket lined up for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve. The dinners take place across five venues…
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Choosing a forex broker? Look beyond spreads and star ratings
Opening a Forex account is easier than it used to be, but comparing brokers is not necessarily any simpler. A quick search can bring up dozens of platforms offering tight spreads, different account types, trading tools and promotions, and many of them can look remarkably similar on the surface. The harder part is understanding what sits behind the offer: who…
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MedPark Hospital receives Newsweek’s highest 5-Leaf rating for sustainability
MedPark Hospital has received international recognition for environmental sustainability after earning the highest 5-Leaf Performance Indicator in World’s Greenest Hospitals 2026, presented by Newsweek in partnership with Statista. The recognition highlights MedPark Hospital’s sustainability performance among hospitals worldwide. Launched for the first time in 2026, World’s Greenest Hospitals recognises hospitals that demonstrate strong environmental sustainability practices. More than 4,000 hospitals…
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Courtyard Marriott Patong earns Travelife sustainability certification
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort has received Travelife certification for Accommodation Sustainability, recognising the resort’s commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism practices in Phuket. The certification was awarded after an independent audit conducted against the Travelife Certification Requirements. The assessment reviewed the resort’s operations across areas including environmental management, social responsibility, human rights, fair labour practices and biodiversity…
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Wagyu burger in Phuket is best enjoyed at sunset at 7th Floor Restaurant
There is something special about biting into a juicy Wagyu burger in Phuket as the sun sets over Bangtao, and this October, 7th Floor Restaurant at Sole Mio Boutique Hotel & Wellness is inviting diners up to its rooftop to do just that. From October 5 to 31, the restaurant’s Wagyu Smash Cheeseburger is available at a special price of…
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Kao launches school hygiene programme with CONNEXT ED in Chonburi
Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a Japanese manufacturer of consumer products and chemicals, has launched the Kao Care & Protect School Program, its first initiative dedicated to supporting healthier school environments. Developed in partnership with the CONNEXT ED Foundation, the programme supports hygiene and environmental education while helping schools create clean and safe surroundings where children can learn and grow.…
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The Tuna Truth documentary trailer released after first Asian screening in Bangkok
The trailer for The Tuna Truth documentary, a new ocean sustainability film directed by Sara Pipernos of Sunline Films and commissioned by the International Pole & Line Foundation, or IPNLF, has been released following the documentary’s first screening in Asia. The private screening was held at Blue Elephant Bangkok Sukhumvit to coincide with TUNA 2026, the major international tuna industry…
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Taylor’s Schools enters Thailand as St. Andrews International School joins the group
Taylor’s Schools, one of Southeast Asia’s leading K-12 education groups, has entered Thailand through the transition of St. Andrews International School into the group. The strategic transaction marks Taylor’s Schools’ first expansion beyond Malaysia and Singapore. It includes four St. Andrews campuses: Sathorn, Dusit and Sukhumvit 107 in Bangkok, and Green Valley on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard. Each St. Andrews campus…
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Why Rawai is southern Phuket’s rising property hotspot
Rawai sits at the southern tip of Phuket, past the point where most tour buses turn around. Foreigners started settling here more than forty years ago, and the difference shows: this is a district with a resident population rather than a seasonal one. The fishing pier still works, the seafood market still opens early, and the streets are busy in…
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808 Festival 2026 turns up the heat with phase 2 lineup announcement
808 Festival 2026 just got a lot louder with seven more international artists joining the October lineup, spanning everything from techno to trance in this Phase 2 announcement. The new additions follow the festival’s first lineup reveal, which had Thailand’s EDM community talking. Leading this round is 999999999, the Italian live techno duo known for intense and electrifying sets. Giorgia…
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Bruno Mars brings The Romantic Tour to Bangkok in April 2027
Global superstar Bruno Mars has added Bangkok to The Romantic Tour, with two stadium shows scheduled for April 24 and 25, 2027, at Rajamangala National Stadium. The Bangkok concerts are part of 26 newly announced stadium shows across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The shows are promoted in Thailand by Live Nation Tero. Anderson .Paak, Bruno Mars’ Silk Sonic collaborator…
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Marriott’s Road to Give returns to Khao Lak, all funds go to children’s charities
Marriott Bonvoy’s beachfront resorts in Khao Lak, South Thailand, are presenting their activities for Road to Give 2026, the annual CSR event that brings together hotel guests, associates, partners and locals to run, walk or move for a good cause. This year’s event holds extra significance as Marriott International celebrates its 99th anniversary, giving its hotels and resorts in the…
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AFL Grand Final Family Day returns to Bangkok in September
AustCham Thailand and the Thailand Tigers Australian Football Club will host the 2026 AFL Grand Final Family Day in Bangkok on Saturday, September 26, 2026, bringing Australian football, family activities, food, drinks and charity fundraising to Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. The event will take place from 9am to 3.30pm and will centre on a live screening of the 2026…
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Celebrate the festive season by the sea at Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort
Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort invites you to make the 2026 to 2027 festive season a meaningful family holiday on Phuket’s peaceful north-western coast. Away from the island’s busiest districts yet conveniently close to the airport, the resort offers an easy setting for families to reconnect through shared meals, creative activities and leisurely days by the sea. Throughout…
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How Koh Phangan’s first international school grew from one family’s search for education
Twenty-one years ago, a young unmarried British mother and her six-year-old son stepped off a longtail boat onto the shores of Thong Nai Pan, on Koh Phangan’s northeast coast. Two decades later, Nicola Bunchuay’s journey, from marrying a Thai local who later adopted her son to opening Koh Phangan’s first licensed international school, has helped create a pathway for international…
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TIOmarkets launches Refer a Friend promotion with US$50 referral rewards
TIOmarkets has launched a new Refer a Friend promotion, allowing eligible clients to earn rewards when they introduce friends to the trading platform. For every successful referral, the existing TIOmarkets client can receive a US$50 withdrawable cash reward, while the referred friend can receive a US$50 trading credit after registering and completing the qualifying requirements. The promotion is designed to…
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Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026 celebrates a decade of excellence as AP Thailand takes the night’s highest honour
Thailand’s leading developers, projects and real estate leaders gathered at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River on August 27 for the Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026, an exclusive celebration of the very best of the country’s property industry and a landmark tenth anniversary for the awards. The evening’s highest honour, Developer of the Year Thailand 2026, was presented…
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Praya Lundberg returns to Bangkok Community Help Foundation to support Klong Toey residents
Thai actress and former UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Praya Lundberg returned to the Bangkok Community Help Foundation’s Center of Dreams to support its ongoing food programme for elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people living in Bangkok’s Klong Toey community. A longtime friend and supporter of the foundation, Praya spent the day volunteering with the team, helping prepare and distribute meals to members…
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TIOmarkets launches mobile trading app for forex & CFD trading
TIOmarkets has introduced its new all-in-one mobile trading app, bringing account opening, funding, trading, and account management together in a single mobile experience. As mobile trading continues to shape the financial markets, traders increasingly expect to manage their accounts directly from their smartphones. The TIOmarkets Trading app provides a mobile trading platform where new and existing clients can register, verify…
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Sole Mio Clinic launches wellness programme to help busy professionals unwind in Phuket
As Phuket’s high season approaches, many residents are settling back into demanding schedules, packed diaries and a faster pace of life. That shift often brings rising stress and fatigue, making it harder to unwind, sleep well and stay emotionally balanced. September offers a natural window to pause and reset before the busiest months begin. Looking after both body and mind…
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Radisson to manage serviced apartments at Next Point Condominium in Rawai
An international hospitality partnership is bringing a globally recognised hotel management platform to a new residential development in southern Phuket, with Radisson Hotel Group set to manage a dedicated serviced apartment building at Next Point Condominium & Radisson Serviced Apartments Rawai Phuket. The development, located in Rawai, comprises four buildings and 372 units. One of those four buildings will operate…
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Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026: countdown begins to landmark 10th anniversary celebration
The countdown is on to the Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026, with leading developers, projects and real estate professionals from across the country preparing to gather at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok by the Chao Phraya River on August 27. This year marks a major milestone for the awards, celebrating ten years of recognising outstanding real estate across Thailand and Southeast…
