All business, other activities to resume
CCSA spokesman Taweesilp Visanuyothin announces the government's plan to allow resumption of all business and other activities nationwide, probably from July 1, at Government House on Friday. (Screenshot)The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration on Friday agreed it was time to declare the whole country a green (surveillance) zone where all business and other activities could resume, probably from July 1, the CCSA spokesman said on Friday. Taweesilp Visanuyothin said they agreed to the proposal from the Public Health Ministry. Officials were expected to conclude details to allow a nationwide green zone from July 1. Dr Taweesilp said people would be able to take off face masks when they were in open-air places and during activities or work where masks were not normally required.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 17, 2022 09:34 UTC
Yellow, Pink lines to open for limited trial next year
Yellow, Pink lines to open for limited trial next yearThe Yellow Line is under construction on Srinagarindra Road in Bangkok on June 9. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)The Yellow and Pink line monorails are expected to begin partial operations early next year, as construction of both lines are almost complete. Construction of the Yellow Line, which will link Lat Phrao and Samrong, is about 92% finished while the Pink Line, which will connect Min Buri and Khae Rai, is 88.5% done. As such, the Yellow Line is expected to begin partial operations in January, with the entire line expected to open in June. He also encouraged them to watch out for noise or dust pollution that might arise when the lines open to the public.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 17, 2022 03:48 UTC
The First Meeting of the Policy Partnership on Women and the Economy (PPWE1)
The meeting was held virtually under the theme of “Women’s Empowerment through the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy”. The meeting was chaired by Ms. Renee Graham, Chief Executive, Social Wellbeing Agency, New Zealand, who delivered a keynote address focusing on women leadership and inclusivity and how we can explore new frontiers and models. Mrs. Patcharee Arayakul, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security of Thailand, delivered the opening remarks during the meeting. And Mrs. Jintana Chanbamrung is the Head of Delegation of PPWE Thailand.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 17, 2022 03:18 UTC
Sandler’s Hustle is a Euro step redemption tale
Published byThe Bangkok PostSandler’s Hustle is a Euro step redemption talepublished : 17 Jun 2022 at 04:00 newspaper section: [Life](http://search.bangkokpost.com/search/result_advanced?category=news&xNewsSection=Life) Whether it’s because he has reached a saturation point with goofy comedies, or because he’s too old to lead a romantic comedy, in the past few years, Adam Sandler has turned to more mature, dramatic roles. If you’ve seen his ventures into indie films like Punch-Drunk Love (2002), The Meyerowitz Stories (2017) or more recently Uncut Gems (2019), you’ll notice that Sandler has a dramatic side to him that’s …Read More
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June 17, 2022 01:33 UTC
The first residences launch at the Whiteley, the grand reimagining of former Whiteleys Department Store in London
Savills Thailand will be launching the new world-class residences at The Whiteley in Bangkok on Thursday 30th of June 2022, offering a first chance to purchase an apartment in the grand reimagining of the former Whiteleys department store on Queensway, in London's Bayswater. Prapaporn Boonkajornkul, Director, Savills Thailand; commented – ‘The restoration and refurbishment of Whiteleys places the development as one of the most significant and prestigious new landmark residential developments in London’. Thannicha Chowiwatthana, Manager, Savills Thailand; commented – ‘The Whiteley has strong appeal for Thai buyers as it will be completed together with London’s first and flagship Six Senses hotel and spa’. Designed by world leading architects Foster + Partners, The Whiteley brings together new, modern architecture with retained and restored Grade II-listed features, including the building’s entire frontage and iconic dome. Occupying over 1.1 million sq ft and providing 139 high specification residences, 20 new shops, cafes and restaurants, a cinema, and state-of-the-art gym, The Whiteley will be completed with London’s first and flagship Six Senses hotel and spa, offering 110 rooms, 14 Six Senses residences and a members’ social and wellness club.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 17, 2022 00:05 UTC
Taking Mexican cuisine to new heights
Launching ahead of the much-anticipated opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon in Q3, is Ojo Bangkok, a Mexican restaurant on the 76th floor of King Power Mahanakhon on Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra Road. “Amar still feels that there is a lot to explore in terms of Mexican food in Thailand. Shattering preconceived notions about Mexican cuisine in Bangkok requires a chef of a certain calibre. I want to take down this idea of Mexican food being about heaviness, spiciness and fat. Ojo’s menu will continue to be an eye-opening experience since chef Paco promises updates on a regular basis to keep patrons interested (and salivated).
Source:Bangkok Post
June 16, 2022 13:04 UTC
Cooking gas price to rise slowly
(Photo: Somchai Poomlard)The Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac) has decided to have the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), which is used as household cooking gas, gradually increase over the next three months. The price which consumers pay will be allowed to approach its market price, as authorities are struggling to control huge spending to support an LPG price subsidy programme. The LPG price was fixed at 318 baht for months before the government decided to have the price increase to 333 baht in April and gradually rise to 363 baht this month. It eventually becomes part of the retail oil price that drivers pay at petrol stations. Crude oil is also turned into different types of refined oil, including diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, LPG and fuel oil.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 16, 2022 07:57 UTC
US Fed announces biggest interest rate hike since 1994
US Fed announces biggest interest rate hike since 1994US Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference following a meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee at the headquarters of the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. (AFP photo)WASHINGTON: The Federal Reserve announced the most aggressive interest rate increase in nearly 30 years, raising the benchmark borrowing rate by 0.75 percentage points on Wednesday as it battles against surging inflation. The Fed's policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee reaffirmed that it remains "strongly committed to returning inflation to its 2% objective" and expects to continue to raise the key rate. Committee members now see the federal funds rate ending the year at 3.4%, up from the 1.9% projection in March, according to the median quarterly forecast. Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Esther George, a noted inflation-hawk, dissented from the committee vote, preferring a smaller, half-point increase.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 16, 2022 03:15 UTC
the grand reimagining of the former whiteleys department store in London
The Whiteley will be home to the flagship Six Senses London, the brand’s first entry into the UK. It will feature 110 rooms, lobby bar and lounge, all-day dining restaurant, and Six Senses Spa with a fitness studio, 20-metre indoor swimming pool, steam room and sauna, relaxation room and Alchemy Bar. Originally named William Whiteley Limited, and later Whiteleys, this landmark building housed London’s first luxury department store which opened its doors in 1911. The major restoration and refurbishment of Whiteleys into a new residential, retail, dining and hotel destination marks the beginning of a new era for Bayswater. The Whiteley is a joint venture development between MARK and C C Land, with Finchatton acting as development manager.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 16, 2022 02:53 UTC
Upper Thailand gets flash flood warning from June 19 to 21
The department forecast that from June 16-18, the southwest monsoon will weaken while the monsoon trough will shift across Myanmar and upper Laos. During the period, less rain with isolated thundershowers are likely mostly in western Thailand. However, from June 19 to 21, the southwest monsoon will strengthen and the monsoon trough will move down from across Myanmar and upper Laos. More rains are then likely in western Thailand along with isolated heavy showers in the North, the upper Northeast, the East and the South. During the period, people in upper Thailand should beware of severe conditions that may cause flash floods and overflows, the department said, adding that all transport should proceed with extra caution.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 16, 2022 02:40 UTC
Govt at odds with Bank of Thailand over raising rates
Govt at odds with Bank of Thailand over raising ratesDeputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow, centre, discusses soaring energy prices at the Ministry of Energy on March 11, 2022. Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow on Tuesday warned about risks to economic growth from higher rates. The government can ease the pressure on the central bank to raise rates by additional fiscal measures to cool inflation. The public calls for low rates by ministers also raise questions about central bank independence, according to Toru Nishihama, an economist at Dai-ichi Life Research Institute in Tokyo. “Striking a balance between the impact of higher rates and the risk of falling behind the curve is the central bank art,” Kiatnakin’s Pipat said.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 16, 2022 02:09 UTC
Bitkub Chain, Yes Token and Buzzebees announce “Redeem Points Campaign” in cryptocurrency market via Bitkub NEXT digital wallet
“YES Token is the first Fintech application on Bitkub Chain in which the token’s holders can lend the digital asset or redeem to the special store. Thus, this can increase the value and the real use case of YES Token. In addition, under this cooperation, this is the new beginning of the state-of-art technology for the loyalty point market. This will enhance the value and real use case for digital token as a point claiming reward,” said Nattida Sanguansin, Managing Director of Buzzebees Co., Ltd.“Under this cooperation, we spot several good opportunities for Bitkub Chain ecosystem. I believe that all partners from this cooperation will thrive together as an importance strategic partnership on Bitkub Chain,” said Passakorn Pannok, CEO of Bitkub Blockchain Technology Co., Ltd.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 16, 2022 01:40 UTC
France claims capture of senior IS figure in Mali
France claims capture of senior IS figure in MaliFrance is leaving Mali, but not the Sahel regionPARIS - French troops in Mali have captured a senior member of the Sahel affiliate of the Islamic State group, the French military said Wednesday. Albakaye will be held by French forces for questioning for several days and then handed to the Malian authorities, the military added. France is to complete its withdrawal from Mali within the next few months when its main military base at Gao will be returned to Malian forces. Relations between Mali and France plummeted after the military seized power in Bamako in August 2020. France began its anti-jihadist operations in the Sahel in 2013, helping Mali, its former colony, to snuff out a revolt in the north.
Source:Bangkok Post
June 15, 2022 21:26 UTC
Anutin himself will clarify cannabis legalisation: PM
Concern over the bill brewed after four consumers were admitted to Bangkok Metropolitan Administration-run hospitals with suspected overdose. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt explained on Tuesday that the first case was a 51-year-old man, who was rushed to Charoen Krung Pracharak Hospital after he suffered chest pain while smoking marijuana. He died later from what doctors diagnosed as cardiac arrest and heart failure. In the second case, a boy aged 16 and a half was diagnosed with ganja overdose and placed on a ventilator in the intensive care unit of Luangpor Thaweesak Chutintharo Uthit Hospital, he said. Chadchart said the other two persons, aged 17 and 25, were admitted to Taksin Hospital after suffering rapid heartbeat and palpitations following a cannabis smoking session.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 15, 2022 10:24 UTC
DITP debunks rumour Walmart banning Thai coconut due to monkey labour
“I have asked the commerce office in the US and was informed that the rumour is just not true,” DITP director-general Phusit Rattanakul Sereeruengsit said on Wednesday. “Walmart is still importing products from Thailand and the trade relationship between Thailand and the US is still strong,” he insisted. Phusit said the department has been communicating with its trade partners after news that the United Kingdom banned monkey-picked coconut products from Thailand in mid-2020. “We explained that only few communities are using monkeys to pick coconuts as a traditional way of life. The United States market is responsible for about one fourth of total coconut milk exports.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
June 15, 2022 08:29 UTC