Positioned magnificently at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the heart of Bangkok, THAI Airways is all set to boost your travel experiences with its well-curated flight routes including Krabi, Khon Kaen, Phuket, Narathiwat, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Udon Thani, and Ubon Ratchathani. As per an insider tip, these exciting modifications in the airline’s flight map are slated to become operational in the winter flight routine between October 2023 and March 2024. Gearing up for the change, starting October 1, THAI Airways is stepping up its service by offering a whopping eight flights daily between Bangkok and Phuket. Furthermore, from October 29 onwards, it will be launching five flights daily on the Bangkok to Chiang Mai stretch, and three flights daily on the Bangkok to Udon Thani route starting December 1. Ushering in the new year with style, from January 1, THAI will be introducing two flights daily between Bangkok and…
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The Thai Public Taxi Association is taking bold strides towards a greener and more sustainable industry by lobbying the nation’s transport minister for a beneficial package designed to aid taxi drivers in transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). Spearheading the campaign is the association chairman, Sadit Jaitiang, who has underscored the urgency of the matter which will be discussed in an imperative meeting scheduled for the coming Friday. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit is expected to be present to offer solutions on pressing concerns impacting the welfare of taxi drivers. Commending the adoption of EVs by the taxi industry, Sadit stressed that such a move would notably mitigate carbon emissions and dust pollution in Thailand’s bustling capital, Bangkok. To quicken this transition and make it more appealing, the association proposes a scheme that consists of tax reductions and subsidies, such as a hefty 300,000 baht subsidy for each EV unit. Although the…
Nestled amidst the bustling cityscape of Bangkok, a church stands as a sanctuary for Vietnamese refugees. These individuals, gambling daily with the specter of arrest and deportation, have found a place of respite in a country that doesn’t offer them any official legal recognition. Thailand’s absence from the UN Refugee Convention means it has no framework to segregate refugees from other migrants, leaving thousands living secretively and precariously. Yet, change is on the horizon, as a new system that aims to identify those truly at risk of danger if returned to their homeland, from those present illegally, is soon to be implemented. However, this supposed reprieve is wrapped in uncertainty and apprehension, with refugees and rights activists voicing fears of potential misuse leading to faster deportations. Sung Seo Hoa, a Vietnamese pastor and a part of Vietnam’s Hmong minority, embodies these concerns poignantly. Having escaped the oppressive arm of his…
Yesterday, a high-level strategic meeting was presided over by the esteemed Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul. The meeting, graced by governors of various Thai provinces, was convened to discuss the ministry’s top priorities. Key areas of focus included dedication to the nation’s highest institution, the enforcement of anti-corruption strategies, and endorsement of Pheu Thai’s innovative 10,000 baht digital wallet initiative. As a grand testimony to modernity interwoven with traditional Thai aesthetics, the meeting was set in the plush environs of Centara Grand, located in Central Plaza Lat Phrao, Bangkok. The gathering saw the participation of prime movers in the government such as Deputy Interior Ministers, Songsak Thongsri and Chada Thaiset, alongside provincial governors, and high-ranking officials from the ministry, reported the Bangkok Post. Minister Anutin left no room for doubt about the significance of the digital wallet policy. This revolutionary policy essentially empowers eligible citizens to procure…
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…