$4.8 Billion Expansion for Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang Airports
Thailand’s two prominent airports are set for extensive expansion, with the operator planning a hefty $4.8 billion investment to double their capacity by the end of this decade to accommodate…
Elevated Expectations with the Appointment of the New Tourism Minister
Following the finalization of the new cabinet line-up, tourism stakeholders are emphasizing the importance of enhanced collaboration among ministries and relevant entities to uphold the goal of positioning Thailand as…
AirAsia Expands Operations and Ventures into Consulting Services Beyond Southeast Asia
AirAsia, led by chief executive Tony Fernandes of Capital A, has announced plans to expand its operations beyond Southeast Asia by offering aviation consulting and planning services. The company has…
Country Experiencing a Rise in Scams and Financial Fraud
In 2023, there was a notable increase in scams and financial fraud, with Singapore, Thailand, and India particularly impacted, according to Google’s 2023 Bad Apps Report. Aman Dayal, head of…
RIP Colin Hastings
Colin Hastings, a highly esteemed figure in Thailand, has passed away at the age of 75 in a tragic car accident today. Known for his role as the editor of…
How to Address Cannabis Usage
The recent spotlight on the legalization of cannabis has raised concerns about potential strains on the unity of the coalition government. Despite Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s reassurance that unity remains…
Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Level in a Week as Hopes of Crypto Rebound in 2024 Stumble
Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market experienced a retreat on Monday, as some traders remained cautious ahead of an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting that could indicate a prolonged period of…
Teenagers Turn Themselves In Following Fatal Motorcycle Crash Amid Confrontation
Photo credit Khaosod After a pursuit and confrontation with a couple, three teenagers aged 13 to 14 turned themselves in, following a tragic motorcycle crash into a lamppost that resulted…
Medical Claims Abuse Results in 40 Singapore Bank Employees Being Sacked
Bank of Singapore, which serves as the private banking arm of Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC), has terminated around 40 employees due to the inappropriate use of medical benefits, as reported…
March Exports Drop by 10.9% Year-on-Year
Thailand’s customs-based exports experienced a decrease of 10.9% year-on-year in March, as announced by the Commerce Ministry on Monday, which was lower than what analysts had predicted. This figure contrasts…