Posts published by “Editorial Team”

In the shrouded veil of night, under the infinite canvas of stars, a serene neighborhood in the heartland of Thailand’s Khon Kaen province was abruptly thrust into a tableau of horror and disbelief. A Canadian expatriate and his Thai soulmate, united in life, were mercilessly torn from their mortal coils in an eruption of unchecked violence that reverberated through the walls of their cherished home. The air of tranquility that once pervaded Moo 10 village, nestled within the embrace of tambon Ban Thum, was violently pierced as the clock declared the witching hour upon house No. 380. Pol Col. Chaiwanich Kamkamool, the deputy chief investigator at Ban Pet police station, chronicled the grim narrative that unfolded in those cursed moments. As if borne on the swift wings of fate, the guardians of peace, the custodians of science, and the sentinels of life’s delicate threshold congregated at the domicile where Michael…

Welcome to the digital renaissance of Thailand – an era where the entire country is on the fast-track towards a tech-driven economy, setting the stage for remarkable transformations in everything from street markets to skyscrapers. Ajay Sharma, the esteemed Head of Thailand and Cambodia for Nokia, is at the helm, navigating this transformative journey towards the ambitious vision of Thailand 4.0. With Thailand’s internet speeds racing past the benchmarks and digital consumer behavior evolving by the second, the Thai digital economy is blooming like a lotus in a tech-infused pond. In corners where street food vendors hawk delectables over Wi-Fi-enabled orders, to industrial giants automating their way to efficiency, the digital demand is skyrocketing. But what’s firing up this digital revolution? It’s the next generation of optical networks – think of them as the unsung heroes, the hidden wires and waves that make high-speed connections not just a possibility but…

Amid the buzz and feverish preparations for the electoral showdown on the horizon, Sakon Nakhon’s very own beacon of the Pheu Thai Party, Pattana Sapso, found himself in the throes of controversy. Click here to see how it unfolded on Pattana’s Facebook, as the jovial politico with an infectious charm inadvertently cannonballed into choppy legal waters. Hark! The Election Commission, those vigilant sentinels of democracy, unsheathed their gavels of justice and headed straight for our intrepid lawmaker following a tip-off. As it turned out, Mr. Pattana’s cyber musings were under the microscope for an alleged eleventh-hour voter wooing spree. No-no, says the mighty EC, as it unfurled its parchment detailing the sacred no-canvassing-time-zone edict etched in the 2018 Election Act. It began with a morning as crisp as fresh linen, on election day—at the crack of dawn, 6.55 am, to be precise. That’s when Mr. Pattana, in a digital tango,…

Welcome to Phuket, the gem of the Andaman Sea, where the warm sands embrace your steps and the island breeze whispers tales of paradise! Imagine stepping off a plane to a cavalcade of cultures—a vivid celebration for none other than you, the discerning traveller from India. This is no ordinary vacation; it’s the inaugural lap of luxury as Air India’s wings first grace the Phuket sky on a historic Friday that will be etched in memories and airport archives alike. Thailand, a mosaic of scents, sights, and sounds, has played gracious host to a cascade of Indian guests this year, numbers ballooning to about 1.5 million souls, each seeking their own slice of Thai enchantment. Revel in the news: the land of smiles has outshone its own tourism targets with flying colours, and who do we thank? Enter the grand stage, the much-applauded tourist visa exception scheme, as it unfurls…

Welcome to the illustrious world of Suanluang Autohaus Group, where trailblazer isn’t simply a word, it’s a steadfast commitment to rewriting the rules of the Mercedes-Benz service center game in Thailand. With pockets deeper than the Mariana Trench, they’ve splashed over a cool 300 million baht to bring you an Authorised Service Center on steroids, located on the uber-convenient Ram Inthra Road. Imagine a sprawling service paradise spanning a whopping 6 rai, where professional standards shine as bright as the polished chrome on an S-Class sedan. If you’ve ever marvelled at the splendour of Suanluang Autohaus on Srinakarin Road or gawked at MB Sukhumvit nestled on Sukhumvit Soi 83, prepare your senses for MB Empire. It’s not just a service center; it’s the birthplace of vehicular excellence. A technologically savvy team runs this fortress, and guess what? They’ve got the Star Member system, a digital wizard that magically connects the…

Welcome to a voyage deep into the dazzlingly blue world of Thai Union Group PCL, the flagship carrier of the ocean’s bounties, and a titan in the realm of sustainable seafood. This venerable institution has not just conquered the seven seas with its sumptuous offerings but has charted an unbroken decade-long course on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). Yes, for ten years running, they have woven a tapestry of green and blue initiatives that shimmer with the acknowledgment of a job well done. The tale begins in the year two thousand and thirteen, a pivotal moment when the DJSI first beckoned, and Thai Union heeded the call. What followed was nothing short of a metamorphosis, a transformative journey that saw the company sprout fins of corporate governance, gills of social responsibility, and scales of environmental stewardship. Their consistently forward-moving flippers have kept them afloat on the DJSI, thanks…

Picture this: Thailand’s very own Prime Minister and Finance Minister extraordinaire, Srettha Thavisin, is about to trade the hustle and bustle of political life for some sun-kissed tranquility. That’s right, folks, our tireless leader is planning a well-deserved break—and we have the inside scoop. From December 19 to 22, Mr. Srettha will swap his suit for shorts and take a breather from his dual duties. But don’t worry, this is not an impromptu holiday; it’s a meticulously planned pause, choreographed to the minute! Before we dive into the deets of his downtime, let’s paint the backdrop. Mr. Srettha is smack-dab in the middle of diplomacy at the moment, rubbing shoulders with international bigwigs at the Asean-Japan Commemorative Summit. He’s been weaving Thailand’s charm right through to next Monday in the Land of the Rising Sun. And once he’s waved sayonara to Japan, our PM will hurry home to Thailand, landing…

Ah, ICONSIAM, that glittering jewel nestled on Bangkok’s pulsing lifeline, the majestic Chao Phraya River. It’s not every day that a shopping complex transcends to become a cultural phenomenon, but when it does, the world stands at attention! Picture this: ICONSIAM has been crowned with the much-coveted Leading Brand in Iconic Shopping Mall of the Year Award at the ASEAN Outstanding Business Awards 2023. This prestigious accolade, all the way from Malaysia, is no small feat—it is an international hats-off to a destination that has transformed the face of tourism and retail therapy in the heart of Thailand. Supoj Chaiwatsirikul, the mastermind Managing Director of ICONSIAM Co., Ltd., could barely contain his elation. “To be honored with such high praise from a distinguished international body,” he mused, “is both humbling and validating.” And why shouldn’t he be thrilled? This award is a testament to ICONSIAM’s extraordinary fusion of global delights…

Whispers of injustice and a broken promise to preserve life have stirred public sentiment this month, as the National Institute for Emergency Medicine (NIEM) and the Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) dive headfirst into a conundrum that has set social media ablaze. The tale unfolds with a claim so egregious it’s hard to remain impassive: A private hospital, nestled within the bustling heart of our community, stands accused of rejecting a gravely ill Taiwanese tourist in his most desperate hour—a decision with fatal consequences. No stone left unturned, Acting Sub Lt Karun Sriwattanaburapa, the assistant spokesman for the NIEM, has emerged as the herald of a thorough investigation. Echoing through the corridors of commitment, the laws of the land ensure a clarion call to action: Section 28 of the Emergency Medicine Act and Section 36 of the Health Facility Act bind hospitals, private or public, to provide timely medical…

Sometimes reality reads like a nail-biting adventure, one filled with heart, resilience, and international camaraderie. It’s a story of homecoming after a harrowing escapade in a foreign land. Let me paint you the picture of 111 souls odyssey back to the embrace of their motherland, through the bustling Mae Sai-Tachileik gateway. These Thai voyagers, once caught in the tangle of conflict in the northern reaches of Myanmar’s Shan State, found their way back on a day some might call fortuitous Friday. This tale, however, wouldn’t be complete without the mention of the unsung heroes: the Myanmar authorities. Cue the gallant Tactical Operations Commander, Col Thura Zaw Lwin Soe, who spearheaded the handover proceedings in the serene town of Tachileik, with Mae Sai standing silently across the border, as if awaiting the return of its children. Our Thai compatriots couldn’t have hoped for a warmer welcome. Their arrival was graced by…