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Sponsored Infinito helps hotels in Thailand with revenue management
Maximising revenue and profit–isn’t that the ultimate goal for every business in the hospitality industry? If you run a hotel, you might have heard that revenue management is an effective way to boost your top-line revenue. It involves using data...
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Thai toad breeder attributes lottery wins to extraordinary six and eight-legged amphibians
A 33 year old man, Yuranan Krudkhonburi, a toad breeder from the Korat region of Thailand, has been raising two unusual amphibians for over a year. One has eight legs, two in the front and six at the back, while the other, a golden-yellow hue, has six legs, two in the front and four at the back. Both toads are…
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Government Housing Bank breaks ground with 0% down payment home loans
The Government Housing Bank (GHB) is set to introduce three new home loan products with a combined budget of 45 billion baht. With an initial interest rate of 0% for the first three months and a minimum monthly repayment of just 3,300 baht per million borrowed, the bank aims to make homeownership more accessible for Thai citizens. GHB, a state-run…
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CIB police named Social Impact Partner in TikTok Award Thailand 2023
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Thailand has been named Social Impact Partner of the Year in the TikTok Award Thailand 2023. TikTok Thailand held the awards ceremony on Saturday, October 28 at Suralai Hall on the seventh floor of the ICONSIAM shopping mall in Bangkok. Several Thai celebrities, singers, musicians, artists and content creators attended the event. All their…
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Thai film ‘The Undertaker’ digs up box office gold, heading for 700 million baht (video)
The Thai film The Undertaker (also known as Sapparor), continues to extend its box office success, heading towards a revenue of 700 million baht. Its director, Tongtae Thiti Srinual, expresses his gratitude towards the audience and the film’s cast and crew. Meanwhile, Tata Chachai Chinsri, who plays the character Xiang, posted his thanks on his Bak Xiang Tai Ban page. The…
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Struggling student’s 5,000 baht hustle in Khon Kaen sparks online empathy wave (video)
The online world is abuzz with the story of an 18 year old high school student from Khon Kaen province who has shared his struggle to make ends meet on a monthly income of 5,000 baht. His father’s salary has to stretch to cover the needs of four people, resulting in him resorting to unusual measures to survive. The student,…
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LiuGong Machinery’s blueprint: Constructing a new chapter across Asia-Pacific
LiuGong Machinery, a Chinese construction machinery manufacturer, unveiled plans to establish three new factories and three machine assembly facilities in the Asia-Pacific region. The company is still in the process of deciding on the specific countries for these new developments, with Thailand being one of the potential locations. The commencement of these projects is anticipated for the following year, according…
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Lottery numbers soar: Chiang Mai locals rush to buy lucky tickets at 120 baht
Lottery fever is gripping Chiang Mai as locals throng to buy tickets bearing lucky numbers, Chinese calendar numbers, and lunar eclipse numbers. With lottery tickets still selling at high prices ranging from 100 to 120 baht per piece, people are flocking to markets and major vendors in the town, Mahidol Road, and Chiang Mai-Lamphun Road. One lottery vendor, Phannee, reported…
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Vietnam scam alert: Thai men survive scam and physical assault
A Thai TikToker issued a warning to other tourists after he and his friend survived a scam and physical assault by fraudsters in Vietnam. The Thai man shared his experience in Vietnam in a video posted to his TikTok account @golf_sanit on Friday 27 October. He said in the caption. “I fell victim to a scam in Vietnam. The scammers…
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Pothole accident: Dodge causes pickup truck to crash into pole in Nakhon Ratchasima
A pick-up truck, in an attempt to avoid a large pothole on the road and prevent damage to its alloy wheels, lost control and collided with a high-voltage electricity pole in front of a minimart in Nakhon Ratchasima. The pothole accident, which took place yesterday at 6.30pm, resulted in vehicle damage and minor injuries to the driver and two passengers.…
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Thai ministry condemns Israel’s UN display of Thai hostage brutal murder
The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) expressed severe condemnation of Israel’s presentation of a video showing the gruesome murder of an individual, claimed to be a Thai hostage, during a recent session at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The MFA statement confirmed that such a display of horrific brutality has incited outrage globally, not just among Thai citizens.…
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Naga worship ceremony draws crowds in Kamphaeng Phet
The well-known Wang Nakarin Kamphaeng Phet, owned by 41 year old Kritsana Phong Naak Chan, hosted a grand Naga worship ceremony at the end of Buddhist Lent. The event attracted a large crowd of devotees and included a special lottery number prediction ritual today. Located at house number 26/3, Moo 2, Khlong Mae Lai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Kamphaeng Phet Province,…
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Edtech collaboration: Hong Kong and Thailand unite to enhance education
Hong Kong extended an open invitation to Thailand to engage in a meaningful Edtech collaboration aimed at advancing educational technology in both regions. This is to enhance student learning and facilitate teachers in crafting personalised lessons and promoting active classroom engagement. The EdTech collaboration was discussed during the Edtech Month Summit 2023 held recently in Hong Kong. The summit centred around…
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Thai food delivery rider arrested for murdering female DJ in northern Thailand
Police arrested a Thai food delivery rider on Saturday, October 28, for the murder of a female disc jockey (DJ) and the subsequent abandonment of her body in the woods within the Phichit province of Isaan. On October 22, 68 year old DJ named Jutathip “Ju” Daanwannakit disappeared from her house. Her family filed a missing person report with the…
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Thailand’s population ages like fine wine, marking a global trend
The global ageing population has seen a swift rise in the past three decades, with two-thirds of individuals over 60 residing in developing Asian countries. As of 2021, Thailand has officially become a fully aged society, with a fifth of its population aged 60 or above, as per World Health Organisation and UN data. By 2031, Thailand is projected to…
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Chon Buri agricultural event scam sparks outrage after woman duped out of 300 baht
A young woman was dishonestly lured into a scam at an agricultural event in Koh Jan, Chon Buri province yesterday where she was conned out of 300 baht. The incident ignited uproar amongst customers and called for immediate action from officials. The victim took to the Facebook group Koh Pho, Koh Jan, and Prok Fha, to recount her experience. At…
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Cool season in Thailand delayed due to El Niño phenomenon
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) announced that the onset of this year’s cool season is likely to be delayed by approximately two weeks, and will be warmer than usual. The shift has been attributed to unpredictable weather patterns and the influence of the El Niño phenomenon. Typically, Thailand’s cool season commences around mid-October. However, this year the initial moderate…
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Thailand seeks 1 trillion baht investment for southern land bridge
The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning is organising a roadshow targeting foreign investors for the upcoming southern land bridge megaproject. Scheduled to kick off next month, the roadshow will span 10 countries, including notable names in the logistics and maritime shipping sectors, such as China, Japan, France, and Taiwan. The intelligence gathered from this event will be…
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Severe weather warning for 37 provinces as Bangkok braces for heavy rain
The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) today issued a severe weather warning to 37 provinces, cautioning about continuous heavy rainfall and strong winds that could affect 70% of the area. The capital city, Bangkok, is expected to face the full brunt of this weather onslaught. The TMD predicts that a new wave of high atmospheric pressure or cold air mass will…
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Thai DUI products face stricter controls amid global conflicts
The Foreign Trade Department, under Thailand’s Commerce Ministry, announced its plans to tighten control measures over goods linked to weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and dual-use items (DUI). The Thai DUI products refer to goods that can serve both commercial and military applications. The decision, formulated in response to escalating global conflicts, aims to bolster international trust in Thai products.…
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Hong Kong investment spurs expansion in Thai manufacturing and logistics
Thailand is attracting the attention of Hong Kong-based investment companies keen to establish manufacturing and logistic firms within its borders, revealed Thai trade representative Nalinee Taveesin. This follows a recent dialogue with Ronald Ho, the director of Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s Southeast Asia and South Asia, in Bangkok. The two nations have long enjoyed a prosperous relationship in trade,…
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Chinese wedding apron ritual sparks social media backlash
A lavish Chinese wedding ceremony in Wanpu, Guangdong province, China, on October 19, was disrupted when the groom’s aunt abruptly threw an apron over the bride’s elaborate wedding gown. This sudden act confused the bride and caused laughter among the guests. However, the incident sparked severe criticism online, as viewers construed the act as a symbolic gesture, suggesting that the…
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Roller coaster crash at China’s Shenzhen park results in eight injuries
A high-speed roller coaster crash at Shenzhen Happy Valley amusement park in China resulted in eight tourists sustaining injuries, out of which four are in critical condition. The incident occurred around 6.30pm on October 27, when a roller coaster suddenly reversed and hit the one behind, causing significant distress among the park-goers. A female tourist who witnessed the crash recalled…
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Factory worker wins lottery thrice after monk appears in dreams
A 29 year old factory worker revealed a popular monk have miraculously appeared in his dreams, leading to his lottery win in three consecutive draws. Sunan Santalap’s story sparked a wave of faith among locals, causing a significant number of them to flock to the Nong Kho temple in Ban Khai district, Rayong province, to seek good luck and avert…
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TikTok sensation wins hearts selling sour milk in Lopburi (video)
Social media is abuzz with the story of an attractive young woman selling sour milk, which sparked a wave of admiration from netizens since yesterday. The TikTok user @bank_mtts46, a fruit buffet trader based in Lopburi province with a large following, posted a clip of the pretty teenager selling sour milk at a junction. He pointed out that she was…
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Thai delivery rider jets to Singapore for chicken rice order (video)
A delivery rider was commissioned to fly to Singapore to fulfil a customer’s craving for Singaporean chicken rice, causing astonishment among those aboard the same flight. The bizarre incident was documented and shared online by TikTok user @thita.vy, sparking intrigue and amusement worldwide. The video clip showed the rider, equipped with his signature food delivery bag, at an unspecified airport…
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Endangered gaur sighted in northern Thailand after 37-year absence
A gaur, an endangered wild animal, has been sighted for the first time in 37 years at the Salwin Wildlife Sanctuary in Mae Hong Son, a northern province on the Thai-Myanmar border. The sanctuary’s chief, Arkhom Boonnontae, confirmed the sighting, noting the rarity of such occurrences in northern Thailand. The camera trap that captured the elusive bull gaur clicked into…
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Lorry driver dies in tragic Kanchanaburi accident due to brake failure
A devastating accident occurred involving a 33 year old lorry driver who lost his life when his 18-wheel truck, loaded with 20 tonnes of utility poles, lost its brakes and crashed on the longstanding slope in Sankhla Buri, Kanchanaburi today. Police officer Thara Nawanich, from Sankhla Buri Police Station, was alerted to the incident and immediately rushed to the scene…
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Motorbike fatality in Chon Buri following collision with infamous mud-smeared car
A fatal accident occurred when a motorbike crashed into a parked, mud-smeared car, infamous for its unique appearance, in Chon Buri. The car, owned by Rayong’s well-known Ghost Whisperer, Prasert, had previously been in the news for its peculiar dirt-covered exterior. The incident, shared on social media, revealed the damage caused to the rear of the car from the collision.…
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Search intensifies for 67 year old woman lost in Lamphun forest
A massive search involving hundreds of officials is currently underway for a 67 year old woman who went missing while collecting mushrooms in the forest with a friend. Despite cries for assistance, there has been no response. As of 7pm yesterday, the woman’s fate remains unknown, leaving local authorities with the task of locating her in the dense forest behind…
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Thai PM backs deputy amid criticism over 10,000-baht digital wallet plan
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stood firm against criticisms levelled at his deputy, Julapun Amornvivat, concerning his capacity to chair the governmental sub-committee responsible for the roll-out of the 10,000-baht digital wallet handout initiative. Responding to requests for a more equipped individual to hold the chairmanship, PM Srettha stated unequivocally in a message on platform X (formerly Twitter), that he “won’t…
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