As the gentle Thai sun plays hide and seek with the clouds, the bustling city of Bangkok braces for a cool embrace, with mercury dipping to a soothing 14-19 degrees Celsius. The urban tapestry of street vendors, tuk-tuks, and majestic temples will witness days where the highs will gracefully hover between 28 and 31 degrees. Far from the urban jungle, the North readies its warmest blankets, expecting to shiver through crisp mornings as temperatures tumble to a nippy 3-11 degrees. The keepers of the weather, The Meteorological Department, have turned their dials and forecasted that this delightful cool spell will waltz with us till the curtain drop on January 1, especially in the north and northeast. But fret not, sun-seekers and vitamin D enthusiasts! The New Year brings promises of bright, golden days and comforting warmth, particularly beyond the realms of the North. Elsewhere, life will bask in the glow…
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Amid the whizzing of political discourse and the clinking of anticipatory hearsay, esteemed committee chair Phumtham stepped up to satiate the ravenous curiosity of the nation. Pensively perched at the helm of the constitutional drafting body, he fervently addressed the crescendo of public concerns. “Listen closely, my fellow compatriots,” he seemed to say, “for your sleep has been disturbed by needless nightmares of distorted sovereignty. But fear not,” Phumtham’s voice echoed through the land, “for the sacred scriptures of our kingdom—those first two chapters that unswervingly enshrine the monarchy and our unblemished sovereignty—remain untouched, unfettered, and undoubtedly ‘unchangeable.'” With January’s frosty winds whispering of change, Phumtham unveiled celestial plans for the all-important public hearing—a democratic spectacle to be cast before the cabinet’s approving gaze within the sparkling first quarter of 2024. “We are racing against Father Time,” he professed, “to weave the fabric of a new constitution within a daring…
Welcome to a tale of water, woe, and wonder – this isn’t your typical rainy day story; this is an epic about the South of Thailand, a region besieged by a deluge that rewrote the record books. Imagine a tropical paradise taken by storm, quite literally, as the skies wept uncontrollably for days on end, leading to the most severe flooding the area has witnessed in a whopping 40 years. In Yala, nature’s drama unfolded across nine beleaguered districts. From the bustling heart of Muang Yala to the serene stretches of Bannang Sata, from the historic hues of Ra Ngae to the evergreen escapes of Than To, the water showed no prejudice. Kalumpong’s streets turned into canals, Betong’s boundaries blurred under the flood, Thung Yala’s plains swelled with new lakes, and in Bacho, nearly 6,000 households stared at their ravaged homes and possessions. Yet Yala wasn’t alone in her aquatic…
Prepare to be dazzled as Bangkok gears up for a New Year’s Eve celebration like no other. “The Unrivalled Phenomenon of Siam” promises to be a spectacle that will cement its place in the annals of history with its grandeur and unique charm. Revelers will be treated to a cornucopia of performances, pyrotechnics, and pure delight. The night sky will be painted with innovation as over 2,000 drones take to the air for a breathtaking 3D-drone extravaganza, the first spectacle of its kind ever seen in Thailand. This stellar performance is set to weave a tapestry of light and color high above, sketching out bewitching visuals against the backdrop of the dark sky, ensuring every eye is turned upwards in awe. But the wonders don’t stop there! The dazzling display continues as fireworks—more than 50,000 in count—cast a golden glow over the waters of the Chao Phraya River. This pyrotechnic…
Picture this: a Thailand where you inhale freshness with each breath, a place where the urban skyline is not just a vista of architectural marvels but also an emblem of environmental consciousness. Cue Euro 5 diesel fuel – the game-changer that’s all set to make this vision a palpable reality. Let’s put Euro 4 in the rearview and accelerate towards a future where Euro 5 reigns supreme – with its arsenal of eco-friendly weaponry. We’re talking about cutting down those sneaky adversaries: sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. These aren’t just your run-of-the-mill pollutants; they’re notorious for crashing the respiratory party and stirring up heart diseases. But Euro 5 isn’t having any of that! Thailand’s air is ready for a make-over, with an anticipated 20% reduction in pollution, thanks to Euro 5’s environmentally sensitive formula. Imagine, fellow Thais, a world where the air doesn’t just nurture us; it becomes…
Ahoy there, global citizens and connoisseurs of the grain that has sated emperors and common folks alike for millennia! Let’s embark on a gourmet’s journey around the world, as we traverse vast oceans and sprawling continents in the company of one prime mover and shaker of the global economy: Rice. This little grain has made quite the splash in key export markets, including the spectacular archipelago of Indonesia, the sun-kissed isles of the Philippines, the star-spangled banner waving United States, the robust lands of South Africa, and the alluring horizons of Algeria. Ladies and gentlemen, hold on to your hats because the rice revolution is revving up! In November alone, the quantity of rice exported saw a staggering surge of 41.8%, tipping the scales at just over a mighty tonne. And that’s not all—over the first 11 months, from January to November, we witnessed a robust 14.7% ascent to an…
Welcome to a tale of opportunity—where hope springs for the Thai workers as they hold the promise to alleviate South Korea’s labor pangs. On a crisp Monday, a beacon of hope flickered to life; the corridor between the Kingdom of Thailand and South Korea buzzed with anticipations of a burgeoning alliance. This wasn’t just any meeting—it was a turning point discussed with great enthusiasm between the Korean-Thai Chamber of Commerce (KTCC) and the luminaries of the Thai Labour Ministry. Amidst the echoes of distant conflicts, where the tenacious whispers of hope rose above the discord between Israel and Hamas—many a Thai soul has embarked on a sojourn back to their cherished motherland. As the globe rotates and shifts, South Korea finds itself yearning for the warmth of additional hands to till its golden fields, to sail its bountiful seas, and to bolster its industrial might. One could sense the currents…
Imagine the bustling political landscape of Thailand as one big, flavorful curry pot, rich with intrigue and spicy scandals. This year, whispers among the chatterboxes of the media realm have playfully marinated the government’s image with the tang of culinary satire, comparing the current coalition to the beloved Thai dish – kaeng som phak ruam. This dish, an ensemble of vibrant vegetables swimming in a piquant, fiery orange broth, is not just a feast for the palate, but now also a cheeky metaphor for political gambits. In the fascinating linguistic dance of Thai, the word ‘kaeng’ can be more than just a curry; it’s a wink-and-nudge for deception. Stir this in with the ‘phak ruam’ – the assorted veggies, in this case symbolizing the coalition – and you’re left with an insinuation that the Move Forward Party has been pickled in a prank, dressed up in the bright orange shade…
Imagine a world where the seas are undisturbed by the bobbing of discarded plastic bottles, where marine life thrives in harmony without the threat of pollution — this is the vision that has sparked the innovative “Bottle Free Seas” campaign. An initiative that’s as refreshing as the potable water it dispenses, the campaign has taken a bold step with the recent unveiling of a complimentary water fountain that stands proudly in front of the bustling Central World shopping mall, inviting everyone to refill and refresh. The collaboration is a symphony of environmental stewardship, with key players like Central Pattana, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), the Environmental Justice Foundation, and Brilliant Power Co Ltd all joining hands to orchestrate this eco-friendly overture. It was none other than BMA governor Chadchart Sittipunt who heralded the inaugural flow by filling his own thermos, making a strong statement at the opening ceremony that reverberated…