The Cabinet initiated an impactful change this Monday with the immediate approval of a proposal put forth by the Transport Ministry. The proposal aims at implementing a 20 baht blanket rate on both the Purple Line and Red Line train services, managed by the Metropolitan Rapid Transit (MRT). The primary intention behind this blanket fare, regardless of travel distance, is to lighten the financial burden and contribute to alleviating the cost of living for citizens. The implementation of this flat pricing system commenced on Tuesday. In response to this decision, the Rail Transport Department released rather impressive figures – the number of daily commuters escalated to a staggering 94,446. This is roughly twice the usual crowd of 50,564 passengers who typically hop on these two electrified train lines on regular days. The department has shed light on the remarkable shift in the number of daily commuters. Sunday recorded 16,561 travelers…
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In a synchronized effort marked by history and fitness, an engaging event titled “Ayutthaya Run Run – Fun with History” was brought together by China Daily, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya’s Young Entrepreneur Chamber of Commerce, and the RVi Group. A remarkable excursion through time, the runners assembled across a triad of courses nestled amidst the resplendent ruins of Siamese’s erstwhile capital, with options for a 21-kilometer half-marathon, a 10 km challenge, and a 6 km fun run. Representatives from nations as diverse as China, Singapore, New Zealand, South Africa, Myanmar, and Thailand traversed across four centuries of illustrious history while relishing the captivating vistas. Ayutthaya- which assumed power as the second Siamese Kingdom in 1350, was awarded the distinguished status of a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1991. The participants congregated at the Old City Hall, kickstarting a memorable voyage that passed through some of Ayutthaya’s most iconic monuments like…
The online community was recently thrown into an uproar when a woman who had ordered a drink via a digital platform wound up feeling dejected due to an unexpected message printed on her mug. The beverage establishment, that typically garners attention for its interesting application of insightful quotes on their goods, seemed to have taken a controversial route this time. The woman felt belittled by the pessimistic note, causing an online debate. The majority of internet dwellers suggested the shop to stick with positive messages. This incident garnered public attention when this trending post was circulated through a customer advocacy webpage, retelling the instance of a woman who used an online app for her drink order. Imagine her disbelief when she took delivery of her order, only to find an offensive remark scribbled on her cup. The unnerving message that she found was, “Stop faking goodness. It’s sickening. Be yourself…
The illustrious Thai Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, has unveiled a plan to ask for assistance from Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince in a measure to help rescue Thai laborers stuck in Israel. The objective is to gain approval for the Royal Thai Air Force (RTFA) to cross Saudi Arabia’s air boundaries, which is presently not permitted. This was made known to the public at Suvarnabhumi Airport, before the PM’s voyage to China, where he was scheduled to participate in the 3rd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in Beijing. Once his trip to China concludes, the dynamic 61-year old leader’s calendar marks the inaugural ASEAN-GCC Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as his next destination. Regrettably, he accepted that there has been rather scant positive news regarding the Thai citizens held captive in Gaza by Palestinian Hamas militants, despite relentless negotiation efforts. Nevertheless, he assured that every stone is being turned…
The ripple effect of the recent tragic shooting incident at the Siam Paragon shopping mall, which occurred on October 3rd, has led to an urgent outcry from Thai hoteliers and local entrepreneurs in the tourism industry in Chiang Mai for tighter enforcement of gun regulation policies by the Thai government. The cruel hand of fate claimed the lives of three innocent souls that day, among them, a visitor from China. Not to mention the harsh impact of the event, which has left four other victims nursing physical injuries and psychological trauma. This unfortunate development has sent ripples of unease across the Chinese tourism community, causing a dip in their enthusiasm for visiting Thailand. The aftermath of this incident was a swift and unexpected cancellation of trips by a massive number of Chinese tourists, approximately 60,000, as per various reports. The figures gathered by the Airports of Thailand bear witness to…
Today the internet is buzzing with talk of a curiously chilling TikTok video showing a Tesla vehicle seemingly detecting a ghostly presence in a cemetery. The mystery has even piqued the interest of noted academic, Dr. Chetsada Denduangboripant, from the esteemed Department of Biology at Chulalongkorn University. However, instead of attributing these findings to the supernatural, the good doctor proposes that the ghostly figure might simply be the result of a flaw in the vehicle’s sensor systems or software. The video currently taking social media by storm was shared by TikTok user @aunnyc. In the footage, we see her navigating through a graveyard in her technologically advanced Tesla electric car. The built-in Tesla Vision system, engineered to detect and dodge obstacles, registered the appearance of a humanoid figure looming close to the vehicle. An unsurprisingly alarmed @aunnyc clarified that no one else was present at the location, ensuring viewers that…
In another riveting development emerging from the streets of Thailand, the esteemed human rights attorney, Arnon Nampa finds himself embroiled in a complex legal battle. His plea for bail was declined for the second time, a decision announced by the Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) on 16th October. The Thai appeal court stood its ground, attributing the tough stance to the gravity of the regal defamation allegations burdening Arnon. The authorities expressed concerns over the probability of the lawyer evading law enforcement, which led them to back the preliminary ruling – a refusal of bail. Legal aides defending Arnon argued that the lawyer’s busy schedule involving up to 39 cases placed him far from the risk of flight. His clientele stretches across the cityscape of Bangkok, reaching to other provinces, which assures his continuous presence. Elaborating on this assertion, they reminded the court about Nampa’s visit to South Korea…
Nearing completion of the groundbreaking “super app”, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat has suggested that this all-encompassing mobile application will become operational to coincide with the initial distribution of the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme in early next year. With the developers working round the clock, there’s eager anticipation about the potentially transformative app being ready for the February-March launch of the financial handout program. However, it’s worth noting that not all of the app’s functions will be operational on day one. Deployment, according to Deputy Minister Julapun, will be a gradual process, trickling down necessary features to the users as and when required. It’s already clear that some features will be ready for use when the registration process kicks off next month. The Deputy Minister further explains that vendors who are outside the formal tax system won’t be able to transform their digital wallet balance into hard cash. Nevertheless, this…
The splendour of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai never fails to mesmerise its visitors as they make three clockwise rounds of the pagoda. The scent of incense and candles fill the air as people from different cultures mingle and marvel at Thailand’s exquisite heritage. However, recent events have made hoteliers and tourism entrepreneurs voice out their concerns over the security measures in place. They are urgining the government to reconsider their approach to gun control in a bid to rekindle tourist confidence, particularly from China. On October 3, a tragic shooting took place at the popular Siam Paragon shopping mall, resulting in the loss of three lives. The incident, unfortunately, involved a Chinese tourist and has since caused around 60,000 Chinese tourists to cancel their trips to Thailand, impacting the economy. With China being a significant contributor to Thailand’s tourism sector, with around 11 million Chinese travellers…
Situated within Bangkok’s pulsating heart of Phra Nakhon district, you’ll find Khao San Road – an electrifying hotspot once the sun sets, teeming with a kaleidoscope of nightlife experiences. The compelling dynamic of this locale doesn’t go unnoticed by city helmsman, Governor Chadchart Sittipunt. He is open to a novel proposal that could potentially transform Bangkok’s nightlife scene, turning up the volume and buzzing till dawn. With the Interior Ministry poised to give a nod of agreement, the governor anticipates a shift in the operating hours of bars and nightclubs, switching off the neon signs only at 4am instead of the standard 2am. However, this move is not without conditions. The seal of approval still hinges on the Cabinet’s endorsement, but Governor Chadchart assures that this new directive would be a shot in the arm for the tourism industry, provided safeguarding measures are firmly in place to curtail any adverse…