New Ratsadon march to back dine-in diehards
New Ratsadon march to back dine-in diehardsThe Ratsadon group marches from Democracy Monument to Government House on June 24, 2021 in a rally against the government. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)The Ratsadon group will stage a rally on Friday calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha that will include a flea market to symbolise opposition to the government's ban on dining-in at eateries. It said a flea market will also be held at the rally site. The ban was published in the Royal Gazette at about midnight on Saturday and came into effect on Monday. Parit "Penguin" Chiwarak, leader of the Ratsadon group, also posted on his Facebook urging vendors affected by the government's pandemic measures to join the flea market in support of the campaign.
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July 01, 2021 23:26 UTC
MID-AUTUMN MOONCAKES – BECAUSE KIMPTON LOVES YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK!
MID-AUTUMN MOONCAKES – BECAUSE KIMPTON LOVES YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK! Like the mythical character of the moon rabbit, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok acts as a guardian for all guests who wish to celebrate this Mid-Autumn Festival with unique, unconventional mooncakes. Housed in a mysterious, orange gift box, the mooncakes are handcrafted with exceptional ingredients and care. Inspired by the magical occasion, the gift box features a spherical moon lamp that can act as a moonlit serving tray. While the moon lamp can rest on a wooden stand as home décor, the sphere can open in the middle and transform into a fancy platter for the mooncake.
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July 01, 2021 08:03 UTC
TEST YOURSELF: Brand new retro
TEST YOURSELF: Brand new retroExplore cool new spots inspired by the pastTest Yourself is where you can improve your reading skills. The second floor houses a cafe and store, where film-inspired drinks and souvenirs are sold, along with a VHS corner. Fotoclub BKKHipster street Charoen Krung has many film shops and film development labs for shutterbugs to visit. Fotoclub BKK is a film community space located on the corner of Charoen Krung 32. Fotoclub was founded by a passionate group of friends who have a common interest -- the clicking sound of a film camera.
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July 01, 2021 05:37 UTC
World Wide Web source code NFT sells for $5.4m
World Wide Web source code NFT sells for $5.4mTim Berners-Lee's source code for the World Wide Web was sold as an NFT by Sotheby's. NEW YORK: Tim Berners-Lee's source code for the World Wide Web sold Wednesday for $5.4 million in the form of non-fungible token (NFT). The lot included an animated version of Berners-Lee's nearly 10,000 lines of code and a letter from the British-born computer scientist himself. Hatton said this work is unique because of its importance for the creation of the World Wide Web. He named the new network the World Wide Web (WWW).
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June 30, 2021 23:15 UTC
Gulf chief invests in indoor farming firm
Gulf chief invests in indoor farming firmGulf Energy chief executive Sarath Ratanavadi is personally investing in US indoor farming firm Local Bounti Corp through a private investment in public equity (PIPE) arrangement. Sarath: A personal investment"This is my personal investment, nothing to do with Gulf," Mr Sarath told the Bangkok Post. Local Bounti plans to go public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company, Leo Holdings II Corp that is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Another strategic partner US agriculture firm Cargill is expected to invest $200 million, according to a Local Bounti statement. The firm plans to use the capital to construct indoor farming facilities across the western US.
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June 29, 2021 23:37 UTC
Using technology to overcome obstacles
"We are in the right technology position for the future as the world leader in energy management and automation. The company has technology for digital transformation in energy management and automation. Our digital technology can serve smart factories, data centres and smart buildings," Mr Nuss said. "CEOs should not be like chief command officers who sit at the top of a hierarchical structure," said Mr Nuss. "Sports give us discipline and 'me time' to unlock our brain to come up with ideas," said Mr Nuss.
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June 29, 2021 23:37 UTC
No room for Phuket lapses
No room for Phuket lapsesThe Phuket Sandbox is set to be a high-stakes experiment to test the waters and see if the government's plan to reopen the country by October will ever see the light of day. Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha affirmed the government will proceed with the tourism sandbox plan on condition that health measures are strictly implemented to prevent Covid-10 from spreading. The PM is expected to kick off the Phuket Sandbox tomorrow when the island will start welcoming tourists who have been vaccinated and certified to be Covid-19 free without quarantine. Under the plan, the sandbox will go ahead after 70% of people in Phuket have been vaccinated. That is why it is crucial for authorities to leave no room for lapses as they put the sandbox model into motion.
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June 29, 2021 23:37 UTC
Vulnerability marks 100 years of the CCP
Vulnerability marks 100 years of the CCPThe Chinese Communist Party is celebrating the centenary of its foundation tomorrow and most people in China accept the origin myth that justifies its dictatorial rule. Then why is anybody celebrating the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)? It was twenty-five years of political upheaval, bloodshed, famine and chaos: tens of millions were killed needlessly, and at the end China was just as poor as ever. Communist rule gave China the second-best outcome economically, and also lumbered it with a crude dictatorship. The CCP could rule for another generation, or it could be gone in less than a decade.
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June 29, 2021 21:33 UTC
Group says PM must go
Group says PM must goThai Mai Thon protest in front of Government House on Tuesday. The group is demanding Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation. (Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)The Thai Mai Thon (Impatient Thais) group led by political activist Jatuporn Prompan has continued its campaign calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Thaikorn Polsuwan, a core member of the group, read out a statement outlining the people's sufferings. The group also promised to rally again at Government House on Saturday, gathering late afternoon at Phan Fa Leelat Bridge then early evening marching to Government House for another rally and to once more demand the prime minister's resignation.
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June 29, 2021 06:56 UTC
Group continues campaign for Prayut's resignation
Group continues campaign for Prayut's resignationThe Thai Mai Thon group stages a symbolic show in front of Government House on Tuesday, featuring three people dead from three causes - Covid-19, not being vaccinated and poverty. They are demanding Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation. (Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)The Thai Mai Thon (Impatient Thais) group led by political activist Jatuporn Prompan on Tuesday continued its campaign calling for Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to resign, and promised to rally again at Government House on Saturday. The group's leaders turned up at Government House and submitted a letter to the prime minister, calling for his resignation. On Saturday, the group would at 4pm gather at Phan Fa Leelat bridge and at 6.30pm would march to Government House and rally there, demanding the prime minister's resignation.
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June 29, 2021 06:22 UTC
Phuket hotels say they are ready to welcome tourists
Phuket hotels say they are ready to welcome touristsPhuket will reopen for vaccinated tourists on Thursday. (Photo: Achadtaya Chuenniran)Hotel operators in Phuket say they are ready to reopen and have prepared measures to receive foreign visitors when the island province reopens under the Phuket Tourism Sandbox scheme on Thursday. "All workers here have been vaccinated and rooms, restaurants and other facilities have been made ready to serve foreign tourists. She said foreign tourists will be allowed to leave their hotels and travel in Phuket if their Covid-19 tests are negative. The Tourism Authority of Thailand in Phuket reported that 460 businesses and 300 hotels in the province have passed sanitation standard tests of the Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration.
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June 29, 2021 00:00 UTC
As govt babbles, people feel the Covid curb pain
As govt babbles, people feel the Covid curb painWhat can be the reason why the government seems to be making it increasingly difficult, if not downright painful, for people to cope with Covid-19? Why does the government have to be so cold-blooded in carrying out a blitzkrieg on its own people? "Irrational exuberance" may be the way to describe his mood and gestures as he declared that more restrictions were required to curb the outbreaks. It's a grim picture but truth be told it does not feel like an exaggerated one. The last and probably most pathetic reason why the government is behaving like this could be it is indeed inept.
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June 28, 2021 23:26 UTC
Eateries need more govt aid
Eateries need more govt aidAs the Covid-19 pandemic enters its 18th month, its impacts on the economy and people are becoming more sinister. Since the pandemic began, restaurants have not received adequate help from the government, especially compared to other businesses in the tourism sector. The step comes at the right time, but the aid is unlikely to be enough to make a difference. What restaurateurs want is aid and/or programmes which would cut their overhead costs such as property rental fees. Without the government's help, more restaurants, which have been the backbone of the tourism and service industry, will die out.
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June 28, 2021 23:26 UTC
Port back in running after thumping win
Port back in running after thumping winPort's Elias Dolah heads to score their first goal against Guangzhou on Sunday. Buriram: Port bounced back into contention on Sunday when they pulled off a major upset, routing Guangzhou FC 3-0 in their second AFC Champions League Group J encounter. Elias Dolah, Pakorn Prempak and Philip Roller were on target as Port recorded their first-ever victory in the tournament. Fifteen minutes into the second half, Port picked up their second when John Baggio crossed the ball from the left for Pakorn to head home from close range. On Monday, Ratchaburi take on Japan's Nagoya Grampus in a Group G match, while Chiang Rai United play Singapore's Tampines Rovers FC in Group H. bangkok Post/Agencies
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June 27, 2021 23:50 UTC
Raids net gamblers, phone scammers
The group moved so they could resume their call centre scam, which caused a spike in Covid-19 transmission in recent weeks. The gang, police said, would rent resorts across the area to run the scam, which mainly targets other Chinese nationals. They tended to communicate via Voice over IP (VoIP) system, which was difficult to track down, Pol Maj Gen Jirabhop said. Meanwhile in Chiang Rai, investigators raided Vintage Home Doi Maesalong hotel at tambon Mae Salong Nok in Mae Fa Luang district last Thursday, Pol Lt Gen Sompong said. Pol Lt Gen Sompong said online gambling dens which are operating along the border are possibly backed by foreign funders, which may come from China and Malaysia.
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June 27, 2021 23:38 UTC