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Thailand's political hopefuls register for May election

Hundreds of would-be lawmakers in Thailand have begun the official registration process for the upcoming general election, a vote that will pit supporters of an exiled prime minister against the conservative political establishment and its allies in the military

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Registration of constituency candidates begins nationwide

The registration of constituency candidates for the May 14 general election started on Monday at designated venues throughout the country and will continue until Friday.

Bangkok Post

Asia’s prices are on rise. In the Philippines, they’re soaring

Southeast Asia’s fourth-largest economy sees inflation hit 8.6 percent, far above Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.

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Park shortlisted for Unesco honour

Phangnga: Thailand has convinced the World Heritage commitee to accept its nomination of the Andaman Sea Natural Reserves of Thailand to be named on Unesco's World Heritage list by the year 2025.

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PM picks dodge the list

The appointment of the prime minister, who may or may not be a member of parliament, is an essential part of any democracy, including Thailand. However, recent moves by some key parties have brought attention to the need for greater accountability in the country's political processes.

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Porsche unveils special edition

As part of its 30th-anniversary celebrations, Porsche Thailand has launched the first ever 30 Years Porsche Thailand edition offered in seven special colours.

Bangkok Post

A cleaner ride

Three-wheeled vehicles, or tuk-tuks as they are known, are popular among tourists in Thailand due to their distinctive appearance and ability to provide a unique local experience. However, when start-up company Urban Mobility Tech (UMT) surveyed the pain points of passengers in Bangkok using public transportation, they responded that tuk-tuks…

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Incremental growth

The local insurance industry posted continuous growth over the past decade, reflecting increasing consumer demand and awareness of the importance and benefits of insurance in protecting their well-being.

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The 'vaccine' for road safety is here

Nneka Henry, head of the UN Road Safety Fund (UNRSF), is calling on Asean member countries including Thailand to work closely with her organisation to promote road safety in the region.

Bangkok Post

UFC legend Rampage Jackson wins boxing bout by KO while tied to another fighter

Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jackson was tied to MMA journeyman and kick-boxer Bob Sapp last night in a strange bout as part of a 'freak show' in Thailand

Daily Mirror

Many unemployed elephants back home in Surin, huge and hungry

SURIN: Lucky was busy munching on some freshly cut grass when she spotted a special treat a tourist was holding out. She dropped her next mouthful of greens and extended her trunk, asking for the banana.

Bangkok Post

Neighbours urged to tackle haze crisis

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is attempting to accelerate regional efforts to contain transboundary haze pollution, which is affecting upper Thailand badly, ministry spokeswoman Kanchana Patarachoke said on Saturday.

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Breaking the cycle of land inequality

Thailand's land ownership disparity is one of the worst in the world. As such, land reform should be a crucial campaign policy for the upcoming general election. Unfortunately, it is not.

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Waste plants cause stink

Rather than protecting the environment and people from garbage pollution, the government plans to tackle overflowing waste by promoting small localised waste-to-energy projects.

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Will Lindsay Lohan be in 'The White Lotus' season 3? Here's why fans think so

A Lindsay Lohan Thailand connection has 'The White Lotus' fans talking

Bangkok Post

Chinese Christians detained in Bangkok

More than 60 self-exiled Chinese Christians who were arrested in Pattaya for overstaying their visas are now at a police facility in Bangkok awaiting the authorities’ next move.

Daily Mirror

Most polluted city in the world where population have difficulty breathing

The tourist hotspot, Chang Mai, in Thailand, is popular among many travellers around the world, but it is now competing against other cities in having the world’s worst air quality

Bangkok Post

Welcome to Van Gogh Alive

Vincent Van Gogh's work is both spectacular and intimately revealing. In a career that lasted only 10 years, his painting styles shifted continuously to expose a volatile and changeable state of mind. Southeast Asia's largest digital art exhibition is set to take place in Thailand for the first time ever,…

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Mekong River agency must step up

This week from April 2-5, the leaders and relevant ministers of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam will gather in Vientiane, Laos, to reaffirm their commitment to the sustainable development and management of the Mekong's mighty river system.

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SET urges caution after Delta surges to new high

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has told investors to exercise caution when trading shares of Delta Electronics Plc after the price surged for three consecutive days to reach an all-time high of more than 1,100 baht yesterday.

Bangkok Post

Canon upbeat despite weak market

Thailand's camera market is expected to slightly dip this year from 2022, remaining a wide margin from the pre-pandemic level.

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Outlook for stable gains

Thailand's economy is estimated to expand by 3.6% this year, up from 2.6% last year, supported by stronger private consumption, a recovery in the tourism sector and pent-up demand following China's reopening, according to the World Bank.

Bangkok Post

Informa Markets expects lower earnings from food events

Though the volume of visitors this year is projected to return to 2019 levels, Informa Markets believes global inflation and volatile economies in Europe and the US might affect the transaction value during its two international events targeting the food industry.

Barchart

Sugar Rallies as Global Supplies Tighten

May NY world sugar #11 (SBK23 ) on Friday closed up +0.29 (+1.32%), and May London white sugar #5 (SWK23 ) closed down -0.40 (-0.06%). Sugar prices Friday settled mixed, with NY sugar climbing to a 6-1/3 year nearest-futures high. The outlook for tighter global sugar supplies is underpinning sugar...

Daily Mirror

Brit dies after bee sting while returning home on motorcycle in Thailand

Stephen Leonard Prince, 69, was attacked by the creature while returning home on his motorcycle yesterday and sadly could not be saved by emergency services in Phuket, Thailand

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