Amid the hustle and bustle of a construction site in Min Buri, where labourers skillfully balance on scaffolding and the air resonates with the metallic clangs of progress, a debate as sturdy as the steel beams being hoisted is taking place on the ground— the chatter now is about money, livelihood, and the daily grind, literally. The minimum wage dilemma remains the talk of the town, especially after the latest developments that came straight from the corridors of power. Tuesday’s cabinet shuffle served up no decisions on the freshly stamped wage rates by the tripartite wage committee, a tantalizing topic that the Labour Ministry decided needed a little more marinating. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), like a seasoned maestro understanding the ebbs and flows of industry tunes, called for composed rhythms to dictate the wage crescendo. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, donning the hat of FTI chairman, informed those keenly listening that…
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Imagine a scene straight out of a high-stakes thriller—shadowy figures, clandestine meetings, and illicit operations spanning continents. This isn’t fiction, dear readers. It is the riveting narrative of a real-life crackdown on pork smugglers that has gripped the nation. The enterprising agents of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) have just delivered a staggering blow to a syndicate operating at the fringes of legitimacy. At a riveting press conference, the intrepid Pol Maj Nathapol Ditsayatham, a modern-day Sherlock in an arduous probe into malfeasance, drew back the curtain on a plot involving no fewer than 22 suspects. This cabal, comprising a dozen individuals and ten shadowy corporations, now faces the music as their nefarious deeds catch up with them. To the tune of about 90 million baht, their assets have been seized, a testament to the DSI’s relentless pursuit of justice. But what could be more spellbinding than the revelation…
As the sun attempted to pierce through the dense blanket of smog, Bangkok’s skyscrapers stood shrouded in a ghostly haze. It was a scene that echoed the battle between nature and urban sprawl—a struggle made visible on this Wednesday morning, as captured in a poignant snapshot by AFP. The skyline, usually clear and vibrant, played hide and seek with the onlookers, a peekaboo of man-made giants amidst a fog of environmental concern. Yet, in this gray tableau, there was a silver lining as the haze began to lift. From a daunting 47 provinces, only 33 remained swathed in the grasp of the ultrafine particles that had chocked the air the previous day. The red-coded danger had also shown signs of retreat. According to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda), their morning report bore witness to a decrease in the particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5), with fewer provinces registering in…
Welcome to the wild world of Kanchanaburi, where the serene allure of Thailand’s western landscapes becomes the dramatic backdrop for a blockbuster drug bust! In a tale too outrageous for fiction, Thong Pha Phum district’s ordinarily peaceful streets became the stage for a record-breaking showdown. Picture this: a six-wheeled behemoth of a truck, weighed down not by the innocuous clatter of recyclable waste but by a staggering 50 million methamphetamine pills! It’s a Tuesday that’s about to spiral into the history books. Our clandestine duo, Pitiphan Nomsungnoen and his wife Pornsiri Khongnandee, thought they had it all figured out. Camouflaged beneath a mountain of used plastic bottles and scrap metal, their illicit cargo was cleverly sheathed. Yet nothing gets past the eagle-eyed team of local and narcotics suppression police, aided by the astute soldiers and local sleuths, who swooped in at precisely 3:30 pm. The stage was set at Thong…
Picture this: a world where succulent Thai fruits conquer the gustatory landscapes of the world, where the heavenly scent of Durian, the delicate sweetness of Longan, the rich burst of Mangosteen, and the refreshing splash of Coconut milk create a tapestry of tastes and aromas that delight the senses. This is the symphony that Platinum Fruits Co., Ltd. orchestrates—a Thai fruit exporting maestro that strings together ‘Knowledge & Knowhow,’ a ‘Cooperation with Farmers,’ and ‘Quality Control’ to create an astounding crescendo of premium freshness that travels from the lush groves of Thailand to the global stage. Under the expert baton of Mr. Natakrit Eamskul, the company’s Chief Maestro and CEO, Platinum Fruits recently danced its way to victory at the prestigious Asian Export Awards 2023 in Singapore, clinching the “Supply Chain Initiative of the Year” award. At this landmark event, hosted by the influential Manufacturing Asia magazine, Platinum Fruits showcased…
The hustle and bustle of Ratchadaphisek Road seemed muted compared to the storm of activity swirling around the Criminal Court on one fateful Wednesday morning. Under the weight of the city’s brooding skies, two prominent figures from the Move Forward Party, Rukchanok Srinork and Chaithawat Tulathon, approached the imposing facade of the courthouse – one to face her fate, the other to stand in solidarity. The courtroom drama unfolded with a verdict that sent ripples through the public sphere: Rukchanok, the vibrant young MP from Bangkok, was sentenced to a daunting six years behind bars. Her crime? A breach of Thailand’s sacred lese majeste laws and a transgression in the digital realm that the authorities were not willing to scroll past. However, an immediate twist of fate came with the approval of her temporary release, a bail amounting to half a million baht, and the peculiar condition that she steer…
Imagine strolling down the vibrant lanes of Pattaya, the sea breeze in your hair, the music spilling from every doorway, and you are feeling on top of the world with your sleek gold bracelet glistening on your wrist. What could go wrong? Well, for Indian tourist Kolal Avisake, a night out in Pattaya’s renowned Walking Street turned into a mystifying caper when his prized 200,000-baht gold bracelet vanished into the night. On a dramatic Tuesday evening in the bustling city of Pattaya, officers swooped into a condominium nestled in the folds of Soi Khao Noi in Bang Lamung district. At approximately 9 pm, the sound of a firm knock echoed through the corridors and Saranphat Bovornkitnukorn, 39, faced destiny. This was no ordinary evening visit, but a meticulously crafted maneuver by Pattaya’s finest to apprehend a suspect in a sizzling case of theft that had gripped the city. The tale…
Welcome, dear readers, to a tale that’s taken the city of Bangkok by storm. If you’re a fan of intrigue, sports, and high-profile personalities swept up in scandal, boy, do we have a story for you! Join me as we step into a veritable ring of controversy, where the punches being thrown are in the form of allegations and the sparring ring is none other than the luxurious confines of a Khon Kaen hotel room. In the blazing spotlight is the man, the myth, the legend: Somluck Kamsing. A name that doesn’t just ring a bell—it resounds with the echoes of a storied past filled with Olympic glory. But now, the former featherweight division hero finds himself potentially facing a fight of a vastly different nature. Somluck stands at the heart of an alarming accusation by a 17-year-old girl, claiming he ‘sparred’ with her in ways that are, let’s just…
In the heart of Thailand’s bustling innovation hub, three industry juggernauts have converged to forge a path towards a greener future. Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (Kao), alongside the packaging cognoscenti of SCG Chemicals Co., Ltd. (SCGC) and Dow Thailand Group (Dow), are wielding their collective expertise to reshape the world of consumer packaging, transforming it into a bastion of sustainability. This trinity of industrial titans has pledged allegiance to a common cause: to enthuse the marketplace with packaging solutions that uphold the sanctity of our precious environment while pleasing the discerning modern consumer. The remarkable synergy took form amidst the sleek, modern edifices of Dow Thailand’s headquarters, where solemn vows were exchanged through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Under this newfound alliance, Kao—a brand synonymous with household names such as Attack, Biore, Haiter, Laurier, and Magiclean—has pledged to infuse its extensive range of products with this avant-garde packaging. Picture…
Imagine a world where your daily commute actually helps the Earth breathe easier, a world where transportation isn’t just about moving from one place to another, but also about moving towards a more sustainable future. Well, folks, that’s not just a pipe dream. It’s a reality that has been unfolding in Thailand thanks to the visionary strides of a company you’ve probably heard of – BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited, or simply the BTS Group. For the uninitiated, the BTS Group isn’t just any company. It’s a titan of transportation – and for six years running, it’s been an unwavering presence in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) in the emerging markets category. And just to sprinkle a bit of glitter on that already impressive accolade, for the fourth year in a row, the BTS Group has secured the top spot globally within the Transportation and Transportation Infrastructure sector.…