Welcome to a world where the dusk ushers in an enchanting transformation throughout the vibrant heart of Bangkok, the legendary city that never truly sleeps. As the sun gently dips below the horizon, a cavalcade of brilliant lights begins to twinkle, casting a mesmerizing glow upon Ratchadamnoen Avenue and its web of connecting arteries, the lifeblood of this dynamic metropolis. At the helm of this magical nocturnal exhibition is none other than the adept architect of civic enhancement, Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. On a fine Tuesday, amidst the stately walls of the ministry’s headquarters on Atsadang Road, Minister Anutin unveiled a campaign destined to wrap the city’s end-of-year festivities in a radiant shroud of illumination. Picture this, my dear reader: an expansive 34 kilometers decked out in an astonishing 2.4 million lights! This exquisite display, artfully burning from 6 in the evening until the stroke of midnight, will transform mundane…
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Imagine a sanctuary of innovation where the worlds of sustainability and luxury coalesce; this is the narrative of The PARQ, a visionary venture nestled in the heart of Thailand. Not merely marking its presence on the map, The PARQ has redefined the standards by being the inaugural project in the country to receive the coveted LEED Gold® version 4 certification, which represents the zenith of green building practices. But why stop at one shining accolade when you can have two? The PARQ also boasts the prestigious WELL certified™ core gold standard, symbolizing a steadfast commitment to global health benchmarks within the real estate sphere. In a trailblazing move that harmoniously interweaves sustainability with modern-day necessities, The PARQ breathes life into its visionary goals by offering the fruits of its technological marvel to the society. The gifted essence comes in the form of plant vitamins, a potent concoction derived from the…
Imagine a microscopic assassin, lurking in the air we breathe, so tiny and unassuming, yet with the potential to unleash havoc within our delicate respiratory systems. Enter PM2.5 fine dust – a villain so stealthy, it infiltrates the labyrinth of our lungs, sowing the seeds of diseases like heart conditions and the wheeze-inducing asthma. On a more serious note, Dr. Weerawut Imsamran of the Department of Medical Services turned the spotlight on an invisible threat this past Tuesday. With the precision of a seasoned doctor, Dr. Weerawut lay on the table the unwavering truth: PM2.5 is a menace, especially to those with existing respiratory struggles and the little ones whose laughter should be as clear as the air they deserve to breathe. Lung cancer looms large on the horizon for those who make a habit of breathing in this polluted air. It’s even prompted a parental pause on playtime. Dr.…
Ah, the great energy conundrum – a topic as charged as the electricity it concerns, and making headlines in Thailand where the Prime Minister himself has put his chips down on the table, stating, “We’re all in for an electrifying future of competitive utility bills, folks!” Imagine yourself at the Sustainability Forum 2024, attentively listening to Srettha, who takes to the stage with the poise of a maestro ready to conduct an orchestra of sustainable notes. In his monumental address aptly titled, “Clean Energy for Thailand’s Economy through Sustainability,” he boldly articulates a vision that’s both green and gleaming with prosperity. With the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Piyaraphon Saliratthavibhaga, serving up some appetizing news – a forecasted energy bill for early 2024 as tantalizing as a perfectly priced Pad Thai (a mere 4.10 baht per unit!) – you can almost hear the collective wallet sigh in relief.…
Imagine the astonishment of checkpoint officials at the bustling junction in Kanchanaburi’s Thong Pha Phum district when, on a seemingly mundane afternoon at 3:30 pm, a six-wheeled behemoth truck rumbled up packed to the gills with bags of ‘recyclable waste.’ Little did they know, this recycling adventure would rapidly escalate into a narcotics narrative of epic proportions! Manning the checkpoint with steely vigilance were the proficient members of the Suranaree Taskforce, indefatigable Thong Pha Phum police officers, and eagle-eyed district officials. Their mission? To ensure the continuous harmony and safety of their district — a task they would soon realize was more thrilling than anticipated. At center stage was Pitiphan, a 30-year-old driver whose befuddled demeanor immediately caught the attention of the officials. The glint of suspicion sharpened and a roadside urine test was promptly administered, and, as fate would have it, the results danced an unwelcome jig, lighting up…
Ah, the PM2.5 conundrum. For those who might think that PM2.5 sounds like a new line of trendy sneakers, it’s time to funnel your focus into something less stylish but significantly more impactful on our daily lives. PM2.5 refers to the teeny-tiny particles – just 2.5 microns in diameter – that slip into the air we breathe, adding a little ‘spice’ to it that we definitely didn’t order. This is no ordinary spice; it’s the kind that can kick-start health issues like heart disease and asthma faster than you can say “What’s in the air tonight?” On a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, Srettha Thavisin – a man with a plan and a penchant for clean air – found himself at the glamorous InterContinental Hotel in the bustling Pathum Wan district of Bangkok. But, this wasn’t your usual swanky hotel affair. Post-event, Srettha embarked on an urban safari to the Ratchaprasong intersection,…
Imagine this: amidst the grandeur of the Phakdee Bodin Building within the Government House grounds, a gathering of influential minds convened on a sunny Wednesday at precisely 11:30 am. The stage was set for a meeting charged with anticipation, all eyes were on the clock as the minutes ticked by. The committee, a formidable assembly of decision-makers led by none other than Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, was all set to deliberate behind closed doors. Whispers filled the hallways and buzzed online as many expected a hot topic to emerge from the huddle—the imminent hike in electricity tariffs. Word on the street (or rather from the corridors of the Energy Ministry) suggested that electricity bills would see a spike, climbing from 3.99 to a staggering 4.10 baht per unit for the January to April period. The air was thick with speculation, and wallets across the nation felt preemptively lighter. But everyone…
Greetings, dear readers! Today we delve into the lively saga of digital policy-making, where the stakes are high, the drama unfolds in boardrooms, and the battle against nefarious call-centre gangs is the talk of the town. At the very heart of the story is Thailand’s Digital Economy and Society Minister, the honorable Prasert Chanthararuangthong, a name synonymous with digital diligence and tenacity. He has been navigating through turbulent technopolitical waters, facing a significant hurdle: the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s (NBTC) inaction on pivotal public interest protections. Let’s paint the scene: call-centre gangs are running amok, and the NBTC, our telecom watchdog that ought to stand vigilant, is teetering on the brink of dysfunction, with meeting after meeting collapsing faster than a house of cards. No quorum, no progress—a cycle as vicious as a malware attack! In a move that’s both strategic and stirring, Minister Prasert tapped the astute Srettha…
Imagine the steamy jungles of Sumatra, where towering trees whisper ancient tales and every leaf is teeming with life. Now picture, for a moment, three rather extraordinary inhabitants of those lush paradises – a trio of orangutans, named Nobita, Shisuka, and Bryant, whose journey has been more epic than most. These rainforest royals were not bounding from branch to branch in their native Indonesian forests, but instead, found themselves in an unusual saga that began with the dark threads of smuggling and has now woven its way towards a heartwarming return home. It was in Ratchaburi’s Khao Prathap Chang Wildlife Sanctuary where these three orangutans found solace after being snatched from their treetop thrones. Their plush orange coats, which should have glistened under the equatorial sun, were instead behind the nurturing bars of a wildlife breeding facility – safe, but surely in yearning for the embrace of their verdant homeland.…
Let’s roll out the red carpet for the latest buzz-worthy topic sweeping through the corridors of Thai politics – the tantalizing yet thorny issue of amnesty legislation. Spearheading the dialogue is none other than Chusak Sirinil, a suave list-MP from the dominant Pheu Thai Party, who understands that amnesty is no light luncheon topic, but a full-course meal demanding all the decorous discussion one can muster. Aimed at serving up the possibility of a new amnesty bill, a lavish proposal has been put forth by the government whip – let’s picture it as an elegant dinner party invitation to a special House committee. Here, in this intimate gathering, political rivals will don their finest bipartisan hats, long before the pot starts boiling over the drafting of a collective bill meant for the House’s discerning palate. On a rather fine Tuesday, the velvet-voiced Mr. Chusak, donning his adviser’s hat to the…