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Explore Bangkok’s Top 10 Scenic Public Parks: Your Ultimate Guide

Bangkok is home to some of the most picturesque public parks, each offering a unique experience for visitors and locals alike. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a fitness buff, or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, these ten parks have something spectacular to offer. So grab your walking shoes and let’s explore! Seri Thai Park, Bueng Kum District Open every day from 5:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Find Seri Thai Park on Google Maps Start your journey in the lush oasis of Seri Thai Park. This park is an excellent spot for a morning jog or an evening stroll. With its serene lakes and well-maintained pathways, you’ll find yourself lost in nature’s beauty while being surprisingly close to the city buzz. Nawamin Phirom Park, Bueng Kum District Open every day from 4:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Find Nawamin Phirom Park on Google Maps Next, head over to Nawamin Phirom Park,…

Thailand’s Bold Step Towards Net Zero Cement: Highlights from the GCCA CEO Gathering 2024

The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) recently pulled off a spectacular feat by hosting the “GCCA CEO Gathering and Leader Conference 2024,” a groundbreaking summit for the cement industry in Thailand, in partnership with the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA). This conference represents a pivotal moment, bringing together efforts from governments, international organizations, and leading cement and concrete producers worldwide. Thailand’s success shone through, not only by attracting global attention but also by securing an innovation and green fund worth CAD 8 million to propel the industry towards a Net Zero Future. Thailand’s Minister of Industry, H.E. Miss Pimphattra Wichaikul, graced the event with her presence, underscoring its global significance. The conference gathered over 200 CEOs and leaders from some of the world’s preeminent cement and concrete manufacturers in the bustling city of Bangkok. “The cement and concrete industry’s undeniable importance to both Thailand and the world cannot be…

Move Forward Party Faces Crucial Constitutional Court Ruling on Lese-Majeste Law Reforms

Move Forward leader Chaithawat Tulathon, flanked by his predecessor Pita Limjaroenrat, addressed a room buzzing with anticipation as they held a press conference. The subject? A crucial ruling by the Constitutional Court regarding the party’s effort to reform the controversial lese-majeste law. (Photo Credit: Nutthawat Wichieanbut) This past Wednesday, the Constitutional Court announced it had officially received the written defence from the Move Forward Party related to its dissolution case. Mark your calendars for June 12, though it’s still up in the air whether the court will deliver its ruling on that date. The defence statement arrived at the court courtesy of the opposition party on Tuesday, following the last of three 15-day grace periods granted by the court. An identical copy of the document has also been dispatched to the Election Commission (EC), the plaintiff driving the party’s dissolution case. The court advised that both the poll body and…

Chulalongkorn University Hosts Prestigious ASLI’s 21st Annual Conference on the Future of Law in Asia

Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Law, a founding member of the Asian Law Institute (ASLI), had the distinct pleasure of hosting ASLI’s 21st Annual Conference. Held on the 29th and 30th of May, the event revolved around the evocative theme, “The Future of Law, the Future of Asia.” With a turnout of over 260 scholarly minds representing more than 100 institutions, the conference witnessed the presentation of a staggering 176 papers. Preceding the conference, Chula’s Faculty of Law convened a meeting of the Board of Governors, featuring delegates from the illustrious “Sixteen” founding institutions, including the National University of Singapore, Peking University Law School, National Taiwan University, The University of Hong Kong, Universitas Indonesia, Seoul National University, University of Tokyo, and National Law University, Delhi. On the initial morning of the conference, the opening ceremony was honored by the presence of the President of Thailand’s Supreme Court, Chief Justice Anocha Chevitsophon,…

Brutal Pathum Thani Murder: Woman Found Under Udon Ratthaya Expressway, Suspect Detained

Early Wednesday morning, the grim scene beneath the Udon Ratthaya expressway in Pathum Thani shocked police and rescue workers. The lifeless body of a young woman, sprawled amidst a sea of rubbish, told a chilling tale. Her throat had been brutally slashed, and in a macabre twist, her hands were missing. (Photo supplied by Wassayos Ngamkham) The police quickly zeroed in on a male suspect who attempted to evade arrest in a desperate manner—by trying to take his own life. Authorities acted swiftly, detaining the suspect soon after the gruesome discovery of the woman’s body. The suspect was nabbed at a housing estate where he had ingested pills in a suicide attempt. Ambulances rushed him to Krung Siam St Carlos Hospital in Pathum Thani for immediate medical attention.  Pol Maj Gen Yutthana Jonkhun, the chief of Pathum Thani police, informed the public that an investigation was well underway. Security camera…

Bedgear Launches First Showroom in Sydney: Revolutionizing Sleep for Athletes and Fitness Enthusiasts

The management team at Bedgear’s showroom in Westfield Warringah Mall (left to right): Mr. Nvassaphol Ratanaromya, Corporate Strategy & Business Partnership Director of Lotus Bedding Group; Mr. Ross Stuart, President of Bedgear Asia-Pacific; Teepakorn Lojanagosin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Lotus Bedding Group; Mr. Jirasee Kasuwan, Chief Financial & Investment Officer of Lotus Bedding Group; Mr. Viboon Kamolkasemsilpm, Business Development Director of Lotus Bedding Group. Lotus Bedding Group has officially made a grand entrance into the Australian market by unveiling its very first showroom in Sydney under the renowned Bedgear brand. Hailing all the way from the United States, Bedgear is a leading name in mattresses and bedding, celebrated for its groundbreaking technology aimed at revolutionizing sleep quality. Bedgear stands out as the world’s premier mattress brand for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, being the top choice for NBA and NFL professionals who rely on the brand to optimize their physical recovery…

Shrewsbury International School’s Junior Film Festival: Celebrating Young Filmmakers with James Bond Theme

Shrewsbury International School Bangkok, Riverside, recently held its second annual Junior Film Festival, spotlighting the exceptional filmmaking talents of students from Years 4, 5, and 6. This event stands as a testament to Shrewsbury’s dedication to the “whole self” curriculum, intertwining conventional education with creative pursuits and skills that thrive beyond the classroom walls. The festival was graced by a panel of illustrious guest judges, esteemed figures hailing from various spheres of the film industry. These experts, including celebrated actors, directors, producers, writers, and cinematographers, had the unenviable task of scrutinizing and selecting the standout films. The competition featured seven distinct categories: Best of Year 4, Best of Year 5, Best of Year 6, Best Overall Film, Best Soundtrack, Best Voiceover, and Best Actor. Held in the grand Memorial Hall of the Riverside Campus, the event mirrored Hollywood glamour with a red carpet welcoming filmmakers, judges, and attendees, making everyone…

Chaowalit Thongduang’s Dramatic Capture: High-Stakes Manhunt Ends with Bangkok Arrest

Arriving with a palpable sense of urgency, Chaowalit Thongduang, better known as “Sia Paeng Nanod,” was greeted by a cadre of police and corrections officials as he disembarked from the plane at Bangkok’s police aviation division early Wednesday morning. Flanked by law enforcement, the 37-year-old fugitive was promptly escorted to a police van, solidifying the end of an arduous game of cat and mouse. Chaowalit’s journey back to Thailand had been the culmination of a high-stakes manhunt. Captured in Indonesia, the fugitive was flown from Nakhon Si Thammarat province to Bangkok, where he was to face the heavy burden of his legal battles. The police plane touched down in Don Muang district, and in no time, Chaowalit found himself in the custody of Bang Kwang Central Prison in Nonthaburi province. The transport from the airport to the prison resembled a scene from a thriller movie—a convoy of four police vehicles,…

Tragic Discovery: Young Woman Found Dead Under Bang Phun Expressway in Pathum Thani, Investigation Underway

Forensic officers meticulously collected samples at the scene where the body of a young woman was discovered beneath the Bang Phun expressway in Pathum Thani on Wednesday morning. This particular moment was captured in a video uploaded on the Facebook page of Nakon45 Anyawut Pho-amphai. The half-naked body, believed to be that of a university student, lay obscured in the grass under the expressway in the Muang district of Pathum Thani. The grim find was made by the owner of a local car garage, who observed a man on a motorcycle suspiciously dumping something in the area before fleeing. Alarmed, the garage owner promptly alerted the authorities. Arriving swiftly at the scene, police officers were accompanied by rescue workers from the esteemed Ruam Katanyu Foundation. A careful examination revealed the sad sight of a young woman’s body, draped only in a skirt and a university belt, her form partially wrapped…

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Revives Iconic Pathumwan Intersection Sign After Flood Damage

On a bustling Monday morning, a team of dedicated workers from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) embarked on a mission to restore the grandeur of an iconic “กรุงเทพฯ – Bangkok” sign perched high above Pathumwan intersection. The massive overhead destination marker had recently become the subject of online complaints due to its unsightly appearance, marred by swelling and soggy patches. Sitthiporn Somkidsan, the deputy director of the traffic and transportation department, explained that the repairs were urgently initiated after keen-eyed citizens noticed the sign’s deteriorating condition. “We received numerous online complaints about a watery swelling that made parts of the sign look quite unappealing,” Mr. Sitthiporn remarked. The source of the problem was not immediately apparent, prompting the City Hall team to inspect the sign closely. Upon investigation, they discovered several soggy spots. “These spots occurred because the surface of the concrete beam on which the sign sits was not…