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Let the world pause for a moment and raise a toast to Thailand! This bustling Southeast Asian jewel has etched its name in the top 30 of US News & World Report’s prestigious chart of “Best Countries” in 2023. Social media was abuzz with this announcement as The Royal Thai Embassy in Washington DC proudly shared this development on Facebook. This fantastic news sparked off widespread excitement and engagement among Thai online denizens and media platforms. The report meticulously assessed numerous facets of global performance, ranging from everyday adventures, agility, cultural impact, entrepreneurship, heritage, and quality of life to name just a few. Thailand! This dazzling land of serene smiles and vibrant cultures, gracefully landed on the 29th spot from an exhaustive list of 87, with an impressive overall score of 52.9 out of a possible 100. The report succinctly highlighted the nouveau riche perspective of Thailand. Its commendably low…

In a recently unfolded drama that caused uproar on social media, Parliament president Wan Muhamad Noor Matha has demonstrated a deep commitment to resolving the long-standing issue of excessive food wastage within the parliamentary canteen. This development was triggered by a controversial incident regarding a parliament member’s casual approach to their leftover meals. The entire fiasco was set in motion when a Move Forward MP Sirilapas Kongtrakarn, fondly recognized as ‘Mew’, was subjected to unnecessary social media criticism. A fellow MP, who remained anonymous, sneakily pulled a picture of the ex-actress, innocently taking leftover food from the parliamentary canteen after a tedious day in the house, and posted it on Instagram with a rather judgmental caption. In retaliation, Sirilapas seized the moment to drive home a critical point about food waste. She reposted the photograph on her personal Twitter account, educating her strong following of over 20,000, about how the…

One of Thailand’s gastronomic jewels, tom kha gai, a tantalizing chicken and coconut cream soup spiked with a melody of herbs, has proudly claimed the coveted top position among the 10 World’s Best Rated Chicken Soups. This prestigious ranking was carried out by TasteAtlas, an esteemed platform dedicated to cataloging the globe’s foodscapes. Outclassing 1,376 delectable competitors, Thailand’s tom kha gai emerged victorious, amassing an impressive rating of 4.7 out of a full score of 5. The victory speaks volumes about the soup’s irresistible appeal and authenticity that managed to outshine others in the culinary world. The allure of Tom kha gai is rooted in its harmonious blend of chicken, creamy coconut milk and a symphony of herbs. These include galangal, a Thai ginger variant; bracing lemongrass; fragrant kaffir lime leaves, and pungent shallots. Bird’s eye chillies bring a sting of heat, complemented by the earthly flavour of mushrooms. A…

Picture this – a shiny, newly purchased electric car with an eye-watering price tag of over a million baht, idly plugged-in at a charging station in a bustling shopping mall in Udon Thani, a vibrant city in northeast Thailand. All is well until smoke begins to envelope the car out of nowhere. A scenario straight out of a blockbuster movie? Unfortunately, that was a reality for a 41-year-old man known as Vin (a pseudonym). Vin’s sparkling grey BYD electric car was just a week-old when, on this fateful day, a baffling incident occurred. It was 2 pm, and the vehicle, marked conspicuously by a red registration plate, was in the process of charging. But, much to Vin’s horror, the car, at a 50% charge, suddenly began to emit clouds of smoke from under the hood, causing quite a stir on the scene. Firefighters and rescue workers from the Udon Thani…

Recent wave activity of unexpected magnitude, exacerbated by an emerging global issue of rising sea levels, resulted in the severe deterioration of a key cement road along the cherished Hua Hin beach of the Satun province in Thailand. This unfortunate accident has had direct repercussions for the well-being of 2,500 households residing in ten otherwise tranquil local villages. The damage to the road surface has imparted grave disruptions to the routine transportation needs of these communities. In a swift response to the urgent cries for help from local authorities, Jamras Hongsai, the dedicated head of the La-ngu Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, along with a team of local disaster prevention and mitigation officials, rushed to the scene without hesitation. They were taken aback by an overpowering surge, a turbulent manifestation of the ocean’s wrath, which had taken a heavy toll on the integrity of the cement road leading to the scenic beachside…

Yesterday’s online application for professional teacher examinations was not exactly well received, as social media platforms lit up with numerous grievances. A swarm of Internet users voiced their frustration over the steep fees and the ironically limited opportunities the process afforded the aspiring educators. Many were compelled to journey to different provinces just to sit for the exam, inviting speculation on whether any research was conducted to gauge the amount of prospective applicants prior to the application process. These educational roadblocks were met with severe criticism. The Teachers’ Council Secretary’s Office had previously declared that this examination would attempt to assess a teacher’s professional competence on the basis of their knowledge and previous experiences, aligning with the expected standards of the teaching profession. This year’s first round was scheduled to open online for registration from the 4th to the 22nd of September on the Teachers’ Council Secretary’s Office website. In…

In a forthcoming cabinet meeting, the government is set to declare a host of strategies aimed at alleviating cost of living pressures and giving a lift to the economy. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat unveiled that these procedures would incorporate alterations to diesel and electricity prices. One of the proposals being examined is a cutback in diesel excise tax, a move that could decrease retail costs at fuel stations, thereby providing a timely boost to the economy. In addition, discussions are ongoing about a likely suspension of government debt remittances to the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT). Such a move could ease the pressure on EGAT, which has been heavily subsidising household electricity tariffs since September 2021. The subsidy is a significant financial outgoing, known to cost roughly around 135 billion baht. The Pheu Thai Party has put forth its own plan to bolster the economy via a distribution…

Bangkok is accelerating its efforts to become a global hub, spearhead by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). The administration hopes to rally government support to further this vision. The Bangkok Governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, recently announced the plan to bring BMA’s policy in stricter alignment with government measures, all in a bid to stimulate the city’s economy and foster job creation. In a news conference, Chadchart emphasized the significance of cities as prime territories for employment. He remarked, “People reside in urban areas largely because of employment opportunities. Bringing international corporations to Bangkok is of paramount importance to create jobs. The infiltration of top-tier companies will naturally spawn more employment opportunities. This development will have a ripple effect positively impacting property owners, taxi service providers, restaurant owners, and even farmers.” The 57-year-old city leader elaborated on BMA’s ongoing engagements with foreign investors, global business representatives, and expats to better cater to…

The initiative at hand is a cornerstone in the field of medical progression, focusing primarily on the development and production of innovative health improvement solutions and high-quality pharmaceutical servitude derived from medicinal plants. Joining forces for this noble venture are esteemed entities such as the Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, alongside the Research Institute for Human High Performance and Health Promotion, and the Academic Clinical Research Office. These units under the prestigious Khon Kaen University, Thailand, are renowned for their expedient work in the pharmaceutical development chain leveraging medicinal flora. Their ultimate goal translates to procuring global trust and endorsement, thus assuring their commitment to uphold the highest standards of quality, efficacy, and safety. Incidentally, this collaboration also acts as a linchpin in reinforcing the Nan Sandbox project. This parallel initiative is geared towards elevating the value of medicinal plants both economically and ecologically. It not only…