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Lucerne Symphony Orchestra set for Bangkok debut

From generation to generation, Ludwig van Beethoven has been considered a legend of music history. His name has been placed on a pedestal, his music transfigured into something sacred. And there is no better band to convey Beethoven's music than the Lucerne Symphony Orchestra, the oldest in Switzerland. As part…

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TAT forecasts tourism revenue of B3tn in 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) remains confident the industry can garner revenue of 3 trillion baht next year, matching the level of 2019.

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MPI plunges by 8% in April

Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) is expected to be tepid this year, with growth of 0-1% because of a combination of business obstacles domestically and overseas, as the April reading was the lowest in 34 months.

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Chanathip and Supachok called for friendly matches

Japan-based Chanathip Songkrasin and Supachok Sarachart have been called up to the Thai national team for two warm-up matches later this month.

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Thailand give Italy a fright, face Canada

The Thai women take on Canada in the second match of Pool 1 in the Volleyball Nations League 2023 in Antalya, Turkey, on Thursday.

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SCB Julius Baer targets second-generation wealth transfer

As the number of high net worth (HNW) individuals in Thailand continues to rise despite the uncertain global investment environment of the past few years, HNW wealth management matters have become more complex.

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Why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics

This year, even before the northern hemisphere hot season began, temperature records were being shattered. Spain for instance saw temperatures in April (38.8°C) that would be out of the ordinary even at the peak of summer. South and south-east Asia in particular were hammered by a very persistent heatwave, and…

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Korean drug suspect arrested in Chon Buri

CHON BURI: A South Korean man wanted in his home country for drug offences has been arrested in Sattahip district of this tourist province, police said on Wednesday.

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Suspected state-linked hackers target Asean

A hacking group suspected of ties to an Asian government has broadened its targets to government agencies in countries including Thailand and Indonesia, carrying out cyber-espionage as recently as April, the cybersecurity firm Group-IB says.

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Yellow Line trial run, free rides from Saturday

The Yellow Line elevated monorail built to serve the Lat Phrao-Samrong route will begin a month-long trial run, with free rides for commuters, on June 3, Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand governor Pakapong Sirikantaramas said on Wednesday.

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Geely in early talks to enter Thailand EV market

Major Chinese automaker Geely is in the early stages of planning an entry to Thailand's electric vehicle (EV) market, including weighing models for import and local manufacturing, according to two people with knowledge of the discussions.

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Queensland MMA athlete Tim Schultz fights for life after suffering infection in Thailand

Friends say 29-year-old Tim Schultz was flown home to Brisbane with a medical escort after spending a week in Thai hospital.

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April factory output drops 8%, worse than forecast

Thailand's manufacturing production index (MPI) in April contracted by a more-than-expected 8.14% from a year earlier, as exports slowed and production costs rose, the Industry Ministry said on Wednesday.

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Founder of Albany's Karen population reflects on finding a home far from Myanmar and conflict

The very first Myanmar refugee to establish a life in the Western Australian town recounts the long journey there after escaping conflict at home, then spending a decade in a Thailand camp where he and his wife raised four children.

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Teerasil signs a new deal, vows to make BG happy

Thailand striker Teerasil Dangda has extended his contract with BG Pathum United until 2025, the Thai League 1 club said on Tuesday.

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Sector pushed on refining accessibility

Accessible tourism operators are urging the Tourism and Sports Ministry to turn Thailand into a destination friendly to disabled and elderly people by setting a long-term action plan and prioritising this agenda.

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WHO: We need food, not tobacco

As we mark World No Tobacco Day today, it is imperative that we reflect on this year's theme: "We need food, not tobacco." While smoking continues to pose a significant public health threat in Thailand, we must also recognise the adverse impact of tobacco cultivation on tobacco farmers, food security…

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Talk on influencer marketing at Sukhothai Hotel in BKK

Skal International Bangkok is holding a business luncheon talk on "How Influencers Marketing And Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) Can Help Thailand's Tourism Business", at Sukhothai Hotel, Sathon Road, on June 13.

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A spectacular tour

The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra made a triumphant return to Thailand last week after their whistle-stop tour of Europe, with three concerts in three cities in different countries, all in five days.

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Thai online marketplaces finally move into profit

Thailand's e-marketplace players are shifting to profitability after almost a decade of losses, attributed to cautious spending, operating adjustments and increasing service fees.

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Cool designs

When construction of the MRT forced a branch of Kope Hya Tai Kee, a Chinese restaurant in Pan Fah, to shut down, one of the owners asked Thapanut Kaewpan and Supassara Netbamrungrat, founders of Blue Bangkok, to create 3D refrigerator magnets of the restaurant as a keepsake for customers.

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VAT refunds surge after reopening

Tourist tax refunds have skyrocketed since Thailand fully reopened in June last year, according to Revenue Department director-general Lavaron Sangsnit.

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New depositary receipts launched in Thai-Singapore venture

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and Singapore Exchange (SGX) jointly launched trading of three depositary receipts (DRs) of listed Thai companies on the SGX yesterday, in a venture that lets investors access listed securities of both bourses through trading in their home markets.

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New government urged to avoid excessive spending

The stock market will be gripped by panic if the new government is "addicted to budget deficits", raising doubts about fiscal sustainability, says Kiatnakin Phatra Securities (KKP).

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Chevron, PTTEP granted licences in Gulf

The Department of Mineral Fuels has awarded petroleum exploration and production licences to Chevron Offshore Thailand and PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP), as part of efforts to increase gas supply from the Gulf of Thailand and reduce power bills over the long term.

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