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  • Chiang Mai school director shocked by former student and Wild Boar football captain’s sudden death

    Chiang Mai school director shocked by former student and Wild Boar football captain’s sudden death

    The director of a school in Chiang Mai says he is shocked by his former student and Wild Boar football team captain’s sudden death. Duangphet “Dom” Phromthep was a Mathayom Suksa 5 (Grade 11) student at Vachiralai School in Chiang Mai’s Saraphi district before he received a scholarship from the Zico Foundation to play football at an academy in England.…

  • Despite population being unknown, India is set to become most populous country in world

    Despite population being unknown, India is set to become most populous country in world

    Despite its population being unknown, India is slated to become the most populous country in the world in two months. According to the United Nations (UN), India may surpass China in population on April 14 when it reaches 1,425,775,850. But, as the latest census data hasn’t been released, it is hard to tell if the UN’s prediction will be correct.…

  • DP World Tour – The Thailand Classic is coming to Thailand

    DP World Tour – The Thailand Classic is coming to Thailand

    Sponsored Are you ready for some golfing excitement? The much-anticipated DP World Tour – Thailand Classic is coming to Thailand at the picturesque Amata Spring Country Club in Chonburi from 16 – 19 February. Everyone is invited, regardless of whether you’re a golf enthusiast or not. The event promises to be an incredible experience with something on offer for everyone.…

  • Thailand’s Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death

    Thailand’s Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death

    Thailand’s Wild Boar football team is paying tribute to Duangpetch “Dom” Promthep, 17, who died suddenly in England. As the captain of the 13 Wild Boars football team, “Dom” was rescued from the Tham Luang Cave in Chiang Rai back in 2018 after the cave flash-flooded leaving them trapped inside for 17 days. According to Khaosod English, the Associated Press…

  • Price of roses rise, but many express Valentine’s love online

    Price of roses rise, but many express Valentine’s love online

    Roses have been the traditional gift of love for Valentine’s Day for several centuries. But modern-day V-Day is bringing new trends in the way couples declare their love for one another, with social media platforms and applications offering creative and personalised digital options for expressing affection. Video calls, for instance, have seen a surge as more couples opt for private…

  • Turkey, Syria earthquake death toll climbs to 21,000 as teen found alive after 80 hours

    Turkey, Syria earthquake death toll climbs to 21,000 as teen found alive after 80 hours

    As the earthquake death toll in Turkey and Syria surpasses 21,000 people, one teen has been rescued after being buried in rubble for 80 hours. Melda Adtas, a 16 year old girl, was pulled out alive after being buried for 80 hours in a rare happy ending. Her father was overjoyed when she was found and broke down in tears.…

  • Thailand’s royal family sends earthquake condolence letter to Turkey, Syria presidents

    Thailand’s royal family sends earthquake condolence letter to Turkey, Syria presidents

    Thailand’s royal family sent a condolence letter to the presidents of Turkey and Syria in light of the recent earthquake tragedy. The king and queen of Thailand say they are very saddened to learn about the 7.8 magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks, which was an unbelievable phenomenon. The earthquake’s death toll has now exceeded an astonishing 15,000 people, with authorities…

  • Kite Festival on the Beach returns to Pattaya from February 24-28

    Kite Festival on the Beach returns to Pattaya from February 24-28

    The Kite Festival on the Beach 2023 returns to Pattaya with a flourish at the beach in front of the Central Pattaya Beach shopping mall at the end of this month. After a hiatus last year with no explanation, the festival is back from February 24 to 28. The highlight of this year’s festival has yet to be announced, but…

  • Let your romance blossom in these Valentine’s Day destinations in Bangkok, Thailand

    Let your romance blossom in these Valentine’s Day destinations in Bangkok, Thailand

    Valentine’s Day may not be a traditional holiday in Thailand, but it’s quickly becoming a love-filled phenomenon! If you’re tired of the same old flowers and chocolates routine, it’s time to switch things up and celebrate in style. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or not, we’ve got you covered with these creative and exciting ways to make this Valentine’s Day…

  • Dusit Thani College lifts its service and tourism job fair to ASEAN level

    Dusit Thani College lifts its service and tourism job fair to ASEAN level

    Press Release It had been an annual practice for Dusit Thani College, a specialized educational institute in hotel management, tourism, and culinary arts under Dusit International, to organize Hospitality Career Day to give opportunities in hospitality industry to the college’s students before expanding the event into a national level last year. The fair, newly named Hospitality Talent Fair, attracted those…