Asia’s leading milk exporters
business June 23, 2017 11:38

India is the world's largest milk producer, with 18% of global production, followed by the U.S. and China. But when it comes to milk export, Thailand is the largest milk exporter in Asia.


Thailand hosts international workshop on cyber security
Breaking News June 23, 2017 10:11

Thailand will host a workshop next week on security cooperation between Asean member countries, to forge an integrated effort on cyber security. 

A general view of a deserted street leading to Bangolo bridge near the frontline in Marawi on the southern island of Mindanao on June 22, 2017, as fighting between government troops and Islamist militants entered its fourth week./AFP
A good day for astronomy fans
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Astronomy fans in Chachoengsao, Thailand had a field day observing planet Saturn on the day its orbit was closest to Earth.

A general view of a deserted street leading to Bangolo bridge near the frontline in Marawi on the southern island of Mindanao on June 22, 2017, as fighting between government troops and Islamist militants entered its fourth week./AFP

Dusty teddy bear lies in war-ruined Philippine city
ASEAN+ June 23, 2017 09:47

MARAWI, Philippines - A dusty teddy bear strewn on the floor, family photos on a wall and dried underwear on a clothesline are among the few remnants of life in deserted homes of a Philippine city left in ruins by war.


PM’s US visit expected to boost relations
national June 23, 2017 01:00

The US administration under President Donald Trump is moving to enhance relations with Thailand, after setbacks following the coup in Thailand three years ago.


Academics warn that China rail project could lead to bankruptcy
national June 23, 2017 01:00

Academics severely criticise deal with China.

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Friday ordered that suspects will not be presented and allowed to speak at press conferences.
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Department of Forestry and allied officials on Thursday seized about 100 rai of land in Phuket's Koh Lanta that had been encroached upon by parties they described as “too powerful, unfazed by law and willing to threaten authorities with death”.
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A group of students staged a campaign to free political activist “Pai Daodin” at the Ratchaprasong skywalk on Thursday evening.
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Govt woos foreign investors to EEC
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PRIME MINISTER General Prayut Chan-o-cha, economic ministers and business leaders yesterday tried to woo foreign investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), while Industry Minister Uttama Savanayana said foreign interests would soon put Bt20 billio
30 Thai SMEs seek partners in Myanmar
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WITH THE Asean Economic Community opening up the region, representatives of 30 Thai small and medium-sized enterprises visited Myanmar from Monday to Wednesday to seek out local partners.
OTT players given deadline
Economy & Tourism Jun 23,2017 01:00
THE BROADCASTING committee of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has given the likes of Google and YouTube 30 days to declare themselves over-the-top (OTT) operators – or face the risk of hindered business operations in the
Cash no longer king in payments shift
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OAKWOOD ASIA Pacific, a member of US-based Oakwood Worldwide, is set to extend its footprint in the Thailand market with the signing of a new property deal in Sri Racha, Chon Buri province.
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The tale of a Bangladeshi actress who became a conservative preacher proves a smash hit in her home country
Coffees with a summer flavour
Eat in / eat out Jun 22,2017 16:15
Starbucks welcomes the rainy season with an exclusive collection of collectible items, tantalising drinks and light meals, all of them available until July 31.
Parkinson in the groove
Music Jun 22,2017 14:52
Thai pop soul outfit the Parkinson will be on stage tonight at Maggie Choo’s bar on Silom Road tonight starting at 11.
High quality is the leading purchase dri...
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Although cheaper prices attract consumers in Thailand, a product’s quality is the highest priority when making a purchasing decision.
In celebration of Japanese culture
Arts & culture Jun 22,2017 11:23
Fans of Japanese culture flocked to Siam Pawalai Royal Grand Theatre at Siam Paragon recently to meet and greet J-pop idols, Tatsuya Ueda of Kat-Tun and Shida Mirai, who were in town for the J Series Festival 2017.
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Moscow tech entrepreneur brings audio ad revolution to the U.S.
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Humans will soon forget boring ways of communicating with machines: a pioneering technology will empower both consumers and companies offering voice control devices, such as Amazon’s Alexa.
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Airbnb is introducing a new shortlist of well-decorated, comfortable accommodation that will answer the needs of K-pop fans as they descent on Bangkok for the G-Dragon World Tour concerts on July 7 and 8.
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travel Jun 22,2017 11:07
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It’s fun in the south
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Foundation to organise Chinese funeral offering rite for late King
Kingdom Grieves Jun 23,2017 11:07
HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn has graciously allowed the Poh Teck Tung Foundation to organise a special Chinese funeral offering rite (Kong Tek) for HM the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on June 28 at the Royal Palace's Dusit Maha Prasat Thorn Hall.
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Millions pay respect
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