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Dropped like a hot potato

<p>The Sept 22 local election re-match in Pathum Thani showcased a defeat caused by a lack of support from a major party, according to observers.</p>

2024-10-12 03:25

Damac keen on branded residences after data centres

<p>Damac Group, a property developer from the United Arab Emirates, is looking to invest in a branded residence project in Bangkok through a joint venture with a local developer following its US$1 billion investment in data centres this year.</p>

2024-10-11 22:32

Despite tariffs, China drives toward dominating EV market all over world

washington — As China pursues tit-for-tat actions against the European Union in response to tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, Beijing's drive for global dominance in the automotive sector continues unabated. Over the past year, companies such as EV…

2024-10-11 22:42

Windfall from renewables scheme

<p>The much-delayed second phase of the renewables scheme is expected to be revived this month, with a new auction for renewable energy projects expected to draw both existing and new investors.</p>

2024-10-11 22:18

Financial centre hub panel sets framework

<p>A working panel on policy formulation and drafting laws to establish a financial hub yesterday agreed on a framework for such centres and drawing up legislation.</p>

2024-10-11 21:00

Temple, state forever tied at the hip

<p>On Oct 2, the Lower House rejected a bill to liberalise the liquor industry. Such a decision reflects the desire of Thai policymakers and legislators to control and reduce alcohol consumption and related industries. Earlier this year, the bicameral parliam…

2024-10-11 21:00

Middle East latest: UN mission in Lebanon hit again by explosions

Middle East latest: UN mission in Lebanon hit again by explosions

2024-10-11 18:58

Full-service flights from Budapest to Thailand from €484

Air China is offering discounted fares from Hungary's capital to Bangkok, Phuket or Chiang Mai, Thailand, from only €484 for a round trip.

2024-10-11 18:42

Chicago woman stranded in Qatar saved by airline CEO she met at coffee shop

Julia Jaroslawski is a 20-year-old student from Chicago who ran into some travel trouble while trying to get back to the U.S. from Bangkok, Thailand.

2024-10-11 18:36

Gastro Obscura’s 12 Essential Places to Eat in Southern Thailand

From incendiary fish curries to rare desserts to sublime fried chicken, here are some of the best places to dine across the region. Although many of the 30 million travelers who visit Thailand each year head to its southern beaches and islands, relatively few…

2024-10-11 16:10