"Parents now believe that they must ‘invest now’ and ‘harvest in the future’ with their children. "We want our students to get the most from their DBS experience. “We all have contributed to the growth and development of the school, which is why we call our school the DBS Community. “We believe in preparing children for challenges they may face in the future by equipping them with a great education. We nurture them to be physically, mentally, and skilfully strong so they are ready to deal with any situation,” Toryos concluded.

February 14, 2022 15:07 UTC

Related NewsThe Super Bowl is coming. At the Super Bowl, J-Lo and Shakira shake off boundaries to put on a ferocious master dance classTrump congratulates the Chiefs of 'the Great State of Kansas.' “If you’re in business with the NFL and you’re advertising during the Super Bowl, you’re a real player,” Crakes said. According to research firm Kantar, the Super Bowl in-game ad revenue was $434.5 million. "$500 million is a lot of money for anyone, but in the world of media, Super Bowl spots are on a whole other level," Calkins explained.

February 14, 2022 13:19 UTC

Train hits trailer truck on railway crossingA backhoe lies on top of a crushed pickup after falling from a trailer truck hit by a train at at a railway crossing in Wiang Sa district, Nakhon Si Thammarat province, on Sunday evening. (Photo: Supapong Chaolan)NAKHON SI THAMMARAT: A backhoe fell from a trailer onto a following pickup when a 22-wheel truck was hit by a train at a railway crossing in Wiang Sa district on Sunday evening, but there were no casualties, police said. The train rammed into the middle of the trailer truck, which was carrying a backhoe on the back. The violent impact sent the backhoe off the trailer and onto a four-door Toyota pickup immediately behind the truck. Police said the safety bar at the railway crossing was found to have been lowered and the red light signal still on.

February 14, 2022 07:47 UTC

Bing Dwen Dwen, the mascot of the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games, exemplifies spectators' eagerness to own what they see and fancy. A week into Beijing 2022, consumers are still actively searching for opportunities to buy a Bing Dwen Dwen, whether by joining online flash sales or waiting in long queues outside licensed merchandise stores. HEAT IN CAPITAL MARKETThe widespread Olympic zeal has permeated China's capital market, with investors showing confidence in companies in a variety of Olympic-related fields and entrepreneurs ready to tap opportunities in the ice-snow industry. Besides, China's ice-snow sector has attracted an increasing number of enterprises due to its vast potential. China's ice-snow industry expanded from 270 billion yuan in 2015 to 600 billion yuan in 2020, according to an industry report.

February 14, 2022 05:58 UTC

Vendors in the market said imported roses are more popular than locally grown ones because of their beauty and extent of life, though the price has remained the same as last year. “Thai roses are also popular as they go for between 40 and 60 baht per piece – far cheaper than imported ones,” a retailer said.

February 14, 2022 05:17 UTC





Southern border to reopen next monthThe border checkpoint in Sadao district of Songkhla (Photo: Assawin Pakkawan)The government is planning to reopen the Thai-Malaysia border next month to stimulate tourism and the economy in the deep southern provinces. "The prime minister is confident Thailand will remain one of the world's top tourist destinations despite the pandemic. "The government will support efforts to revitalise tourism, with an emphasis on public health and safety," Ms Rachada said. Dr Suthep Phetmak, inspector-general attached to public health zone 12, said the Covid-19 situation in Malaysia and Thailand are similar. On Feb 12, there were about 20,000 new cases, he said, so the public health agency expects the risk of the border reopening will be low.

February 14, 2022 02:22 UTC

It is also important to coordinate with other agencies to follow through with problem-solving efforts," Mr Wiroj said. "Most importantly, taking care of Bangkok residents' interests should be first on the governor's list of priorities. Mr Wiroj also offered his take on how to tackle the capital's traffic woes, one of the many long-standing problems affecting city residents. Responding to criticism that the subsidy could see the BMA end up in the red, Mr Wiroj said public service must take precedence over profitability. In fact, Bangkok residents are the CEO who will decide to choose a Bangkok governor who will serve as the company's manager," Mr Wiroj said.

February 14, 2022 02:15 UTC

Myanmar poses Asean quandaryIn the year following the coup in Myanmar which unseated Aung San Suu Kyi, the 1991 Nobel Peace Prize winner and then State Counsellor (a position equivalent to prime minister), the country's military has continued to pursue a policy of violence against detractors, leaving the world aghast. Democratically elected legislators, including leader Suu Kyi, were charged and imprisoned. Next week, Asean will hold a meeting in Cambodia; the Myanmar issue as well as the anticipated invitation of an Asean envoy to Nay Pyi Taw will almost certainly be discussed. In Myanmar, the conflict rages on despite the best efforts of Asean and the United Nations. Last month, the NUG was listed among the nominees for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize.

February 13, 2022 08:04 UTC

21 Thais cuffed in Cambodia on fraud chargesAccused of collusion: Thirteen suspected gang members — led by Chinese nationals — are lined up after raids on three locations in Cambodia. A total of 21 Thai nationals were arrested. Twenty-one Thais working for fraud gangs in Cambodia were to be deported to Thailand via Sa Kaeo province yesterday, following raids in Phnom Penh and Preah Sihanouk province on Friday. At the first location, the officers raided the YN Hotel in the Cambodian capital and arrested two Thai nationals who worked for a fraud gang. Pol Gen Damrongsak said national police chief Pol Gen Suwat Jangyodsuk and the government have placed increased emphasis on cracking down on scam gangs.

February 13, 2022 07:54 UTC

“The Education Ministry has allowed five types of instruction during the ongoing Covid-19 situation: On-Site, On Hand, Online, On-Demand and On Air,” CCSA spokesman Dr Taweesin Visanuyothin said. “Schools in low-infection areas where most students have been vaccinated will be allowed to open for onsite classes.”Meanwhile, 6,479 schools or 18.22 per cent are using the on-hand approach, meaning teachers go to students’ homes and deliver learning materials and assignments. Of the remaining schools, 5,813 or 16.35 per cent are conducting online classes, 3,113 conducting on-demand classes via mobile apps, and 1,470 schools are providing on-air classes via the DLTV (distance learning television) system.

February 12, 2022 19:02 UTC

These days, many are turning their backs on traditional medicine for a more integrative approach to their health. After all, our DNA could be seen as an algorithm ready to be edited to accomplish the seemingly impossible. Soon, biotechnology entered the scope of bionics and migrated skin-deep, with chips that gave direct feedback about the body that was transmitted to software for analysis. This adversely affects physical health both in the short term and the long term. For example, using a consolidative blend of conventional medicine and alternative therapies such as hormonal rebalancing, IV infusions, and physiotherapy to rejuvenate the body.

February 12, 2022 16:44 UTC

2021: Reclaiming a year of crisisHow many of us started 2021 with a sense of cautious optimism that the worst of the pandemic was behind us? Fortunately, we are surrounded by innovative business partners and passionate professionals who inspired us to face these obstacles head on. The Tourism Council of Thailand estimates that 36% of hospitality businesses closed and 550,000 jobs were lost during quarter two 2021. From a client perspective the Business Service Centre ticks some important boxes. We also run business service centres for trainees to perform administrative tasks outsourced to us from the commercial sector.

February 12, 2022 16:38 UTC

Hopes pinned on India travel bubbleTourists from India pose for pictures at Phra Tamnak Hill in Pattaya, a prime spot for enjoying panoramic views of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay, on June 14, 2018. (Bangkok Post file photo)Thailand will soon initiate a travel bubble with India with the main goal of attracting high-value young Indian visitors who can make a significant contribution to the recovery of the kingdom's tourism-dependent economy. In 2019, this generated about 80 billion baht for Thailand's tourism income, a 20% rise from the previous year when India had already become Thailand's third-largest tourism market, with over 300 flights running from India to Thailand, the spokesman added. "India is a high-value tourism market given it has 600-700 million people aged 29 years and under," she said. Thailand's main rivals for Indian tourists are Dubai and Singapore, she said.

February 12, 2022 01:56 UTC

Therefore, investors should keep an eye on the global environment to diversify risk and optimise their portfolios in the long term. Although the investment world still faces many challenges, Citi analysts are optimistic about cyclical industries that have benefited from the changing environment. They also see the opportunity to drive sustainable returns and leverage the capital market, to increase returns from holding cash or fixed-income investments. They recommend diversifying in various industries which can be categorised into three themes, which are:Long-term leaders – Switch from rebound investing to sustain returns. It is expected that the fixed income segment to provide the best returns are the emerging market bonds in Asia, high yield bonds and US treasuries.

February 11, 2022 08:55 UTC

Bhumjaithai to boycott vote on the Green LineAnutin: Party has right to abstain. said Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, speaking in his capacity as the party leader. His comments followed a decision by the seven cabinet ministers to excuse themselves from the weekly cabinet meeting on Tuesday. If Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha deems it necessary to proceed with the Green Line proposal, he can issue an order to that effect, Mr Anutin said. However the seven Bhumjaithai ministers will vote "no" to the proposal if the changes requested by the party keep being ignored, he added.

February 11, 2022 08:36 UTC