The highly anticipated and visionary initiative, “50 districts, 50 hospitals,” flagged off in Don Muang, placing it on the map as the pioneer district in the capital to embrace the advent of a brand new state-of-the-art hospital. The remarkable scheme is brought to life by the determined efforts of Public Health Minister Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, who previously revealed this among the 13 significant programmes earmarked at the time of his appointment. The execution of the plan involves identifying suitable locations with pre-existing structures that can be efficaciously transformed into a fully-equipped hospital. The new medical facility will boast an impressive 120 beds along with top-of-the-line primary care services and emergency treatment provisions. Dr. Cholnan elucidates that within the forthcoming 100 days, the establishment set for revamping into a hospital should be primed and prepped. “Following the footsteps of Don Muang, we are encouraging all other districts to initiate their preparations…
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Cheers and confetti were the order of the day as Thailand’s Education Minister, Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob, lavished praises on the nation’s Filipino scholars for a spectacular performance at the 2nd International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2023 on Sunday. This prestigious gathering of young, brilliant minds was held in the ancient city of Volos, Greece from Sept 24-30 , sparking starry eyes interested in astronomy and astrophysics. Far from home, in a contest that saw the confluence of clever minds from around the world, Apiwit Channarong and Chayapol Nontasut shined the brightest. These hardworking students from Suankularb Wittayalai School in Bangkok emerged victorious, clinching gold medals and standing atop the world as Absolute Winners. This prestigious accolade was bestowed upon them for earning the highest scores, demonstrating the astronomical greatness of their intellect and untiring determination. Their success was a result of tireless study, self-belief, and an…
Encouragingly, Thailand and Italy are nurturing a blossoming camaraderie, looking to galvanize gastronomy and tourism in a mutually beneficial partnership. As announced by Nalinee Taveesin, the current Thai trade representative, Italy also anticipates bolstering investments in Thailand’s premiere Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), devoting more resources to this substantial endeavour. In the panorama of global cuisine, both Thai and Italian dishes carve a prominent niche, uniquely known for their distinctive flavours and global popularity, which was an agreement cemented during a recent dialogue between Nalinee Taveesin and Paolo Dionisi, Italy’s Ambassador to Thailand. Like paint-stroked signboards aglow, Italian eateries in Thailand far surpass the count of Italian nationals painting a delicious picture of Italian dishes’ popularity among the Thai food connoisseurs. The enchanting allure of Italy’s landmarks too, commands a strong fascination among Thai tourists exploring international destinations. Now, let’s examine these statistics – Ten Thai tourists tread Italian soil for…
Travelers are flocking to the Si Thep Historical Park in Phetchabun, having recently been granted the prestigious recognition of a Unesco World Heritage Site, as of September 19. However, according to local administrators, the sudden influx of tourists has posed significant challenges. Deputy governor, Chatchaval Benchasiriwong, pointed out the province’s unprepared state at handling such overwhelming crowds. He indicated that although the historic landmark was added to the tentative Unesco list in 2019, measures aimed at effectively managing the escalating number of visitors remain absent. “Visitor numbers have exploded from 300 daily to a staggering 7,000”, remarked Mr. Chatchaval. “Immediate solutions need to be mapped out to prevent potential damages to the Si Thep Historical Park due to tourist overcrowding. We had four years to get the site ready for tourism, but it seems like little has been done,” he questioned, having served as the deputy governor for two years.…
Celebrated Senator Khunying Porntip Rojanasunan shares a snapshot from her recent Icelandic escapade. The picture is courtesy of her Instagram page. Immersed in an altercation at an eatery in Iceland, she finds herself empathizing with the Thai cook she confronted, ruling out any prospect of legal proceedings. In the course of addressing the parliament on a different day; the legislator shed light on the incident, which has, since the occurrence, been making rounds across social media as well as traditional news platforms. The incident happened as she, along her companions, had stepped into a Japanese joint during their stay in Iceland when they were encountered by an irate Thai chef wielding a mobile phone, seemingly in the midst of streaming live. Porntip recalls the numerous similar matters she’s faced. “Hatred, despite having no intimacy — it’s a sentiment I’m familiar with,” she notes. “A fact that only fills me with…
The recent partnership between the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) and Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd. brought forth an innovative event titled “Thailand Cyber Top Talent 2023.” This groundbreaking cybersecurity competition saw local students, tech enthusiasts, and the general public vying for the ultimate prize, with cash awards totalling up to an impressive 521,000 THB on the line. The primary objective of this contest was to stimulate interest and knowledge in the realm of cybersecurity, thereby equipping individuals to tackle growing online threats. By providing a platform for participants to develop their practical skills, the competition aimed to enhance the overall proficiency of Thailand’s citizens in this crucial digital domain. Furthermore, this competition served as the ticket for the winners to represent Thailand in the upcoming Cyber SEA Game. The contest commenced with an impressive turnout, with the first round on 16th September 2023, attracting 2,323 participants nationwide, forming 831…
In the early hours of Monday morning, a pair of decomposed human bodies, a man and a woman, were tragically discovered inside a cargo container in Bangkok’s prominent Lat Krabang district. The container had been stationed in an inland container yard there and was previously recorded as being empty. It had been shipped from the Philippines, an internationally renowned archipelago in the Western Pacific. Anyawut Pho-amphai, the esteemed spokesperson for the prestigious Ruamkatanyu Foundation, narrated parts of the chilling tale. As per his account, employees of the container yard stumbled upon the somber scene as they were preparing the seemingly empty container for its next journey. His description underscored the grim scene. Both bodies were alarmingly bloated, an indication they might have been deceased for quite some time. The male individual was found in mere shorts, revealing an array of tattoos intricately inscribed on his back, chest, and arms. In…
Welcome to an unparalleled hub of inspiration, rainbows and unicorns; a place where dreams practically build themselves brick by golden brick, right in the heart of Siam Paragon mall; meet the fabled ‘Creator House by TikTok’, brilliantly situated on the mall’s fourth floor. This is a haven where TikTok content creators virulently rub ideas to spark the optimistic flare of creativity, backed by all necessary tools that aid in the birthing and nurturing of content. As stated by the commander in chief of TikTok operations in Thailand, Mr. Pisit Rojlertjanya, the social media beast’s single most goal with this initiative aims to be the mortar that strengthens the bonds within the TikTok content creator community. He fleshes out, “The Creator House by TikTok is our vision of a hotbed for content creators, an ideal spot where they can chisel their unique talents, and light the fuse of their latent creative…
Committed to the development of Thailand’s digital tourism industry, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, in partnership with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (Depa) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand, alongside key stakeholders from both public and private sectors, recently organized a two-day event. This event aimed to serve as a meeting ground where budding Thai startups in the tourism sector and local business owners could explore potential collaborations to enhance traveller experience, create more value, and boost revenue. The Honorable Digital Economy and Society Minister, Prasert Chantararuangthong, in his remarks during the opening ceremony shared that the hosting of this event ties in with his Ministry’s initiative to augment Thailand’s leadership position in the tourism industry. By capitalizing wisely on technological advancements and integrating these into the country’s tourism enterprises, he believes there will be incentives for tourists to lengthen their stay or diversify their experiences within Thailand.…
The transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on our lives and professions cannot be gainsaid. A prediction by the FTI indicates that the unfolding AI revolution is poised to render several professions obsolete in the future while creating novel ones. The FTI collated a list, dubbed “future-proof,” pinpointing careers that are predicted to be highly sought after based on a study by the esteemed World Economic Forum. The latter identified 10 unique tech-oriented careers expected to remain in high demand through to 2027. Despite the forthcoming wave of AI and automation, these particular professions offer a streak of resilience to the impending changes. In a standout report by the World Economic Forum, calculations reveal that approximately 69 million new job opportunities will be brought into existence by 2027. However, it also forecasts an anticipated obviation of around 89 million job roles, directly credited to the rising wave of AI. Here’s…