For Fashion Brands, Green Is the Hardest Color to Sell
BloombergIf the fashion world wants to have less of an impact on the planet, the best solution would be to produce less. But well-known brands still seem to think sales can keep ticking up as usual. Global fashion chains are starting to talk about a radical overhaul of the clothing business. To fix this, brands want to become more "circular," which would involve changing every part of the fashion supply chain. If shoppers take notice, more mainstream fashion labels might struggle to meet their growth targets, considering their resistance to raising prices.
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November 08, 2021 09:15 UTC
Thailand reopens -- what next?
REUTERSInternational airports in Thailand have come alive over the past week, with more than 12,000 travellers flying in, mostly from 63 countries which have been exempted from quarantine or area restrictions. SLOW LEISURE MARKETThis year has turned out to be a tumultuous time for the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), which was forced to revise its tourism target three times. He said entry regulations might not be decisive factors anymore as Thailand was already a step ahead by offering a more simplified process from November. But to sustainably attract the international market, Phuket must return to its core strength since before the pandemic -- outstanding tourism products. He believed tourism operators would not object to this idea.
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November 08, 2021 06:19 UTC
PM's aide: 'lese majeste untouchable'
PM's aide: 'lese majeste untouchable'Anti-government demonstrators gather in front of the United Nations Conference Centre on Ratchadamnoen Avenue in Bangkok on Dec 10, 2020, calling for the repeal of Section 112 of the Criminal Code. (Photo: Pornprom Satrabhaya)It is impossible to repeal Section 112 of the Criminal Code, also known as the lese majeste law, both in technicality and spirit, and doing so runs counter to the constitution, said Thipanan Sirichana, the former deputy spokeswoman of the ruling Palang Pracharath Party. Abolishing the lese majeste law intended to provide legal protection to the monarch from insults and dishonour would, in essence, contravene the constitution, she said. Section 112, which is reserved for the head of state and categorised as a national security law, works differently from the defamation law which applies to citizens. She said it was puzzling that Progressive Movement secretary-general Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, who is a legal expert, has shown a lack of understanding of the law.
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November 08, 2021 04:56 UTC
Thai shuttlers crowned champions at Hylo Open in Germany
Thai shuttlers crowned champions at Hylo Open in GermanyBusanan Ongbamrungphan celebrates her win at the Hylo Open in Germany on Sunday. (Photo: Badminton Photo via Badminton Association of Thailand Facebook account)Busanan Ongbamrungphan and the mixed doubles stars Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai were crowned the winners at the Hylo Open in Germany on Sunday. Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul, president of the Badminton Association of Thailand, said Busanan showed her determination to win and kept her composure throughout the match. Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai show their medals at the Hylo Open. (Photo: Badminton Photo via Badminton Association of Thailand Facebook account)
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November 08, 2021 04:53 UTC
Forecast suggests EV tax changes will be gradual
Forecast suggests EV tax changes will be gradualPeople inspect an electric vehicle at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2021 held in March and April this year. The source added that the tax restructure might be gradually implemented to give existing domestic vehicle manufacturers time to adjust to changes in relation to the country's promotion of EVs. Chinese EV manufacturers are expected to reap the full benefit of the measure, thanks to 0% duty on the import of EVs from China. The government's target is for 30% of all cars used in Thailand to be EVs by 2025. The country's current vehicle excise tax structure is based on engine power and carbon dioxide emission rates.
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November 08, 2021 03:20 UTC
Visualising the infodemic
Asst Prof Warat Karuchit, chairman of the subcommittee to promote innovation for the development of safe and creative media at the Thai Media Fund. During the first wave of the pandemic, most of the false messages were related to Covid-19 situation updates. The analysis found only a small number of "fake" messages contained exaggerated claims intended for financial gains. False information wreaks havoc on the economy and society in various ways by eroding social cohesion and moral stability. "From my experience, I think Thailand has some components in place but certain things need to be added or improved," Asst Prof Warat said.
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November 08, 2021 01:36 UTC
A win for health security
The NSTDA has unveiled homegrown RNA extraction kits for commercial use. In the past, RNA extraction kits were imported, but the coronavirus pandemic has led to an increase in demand and price surges. But for the first time, the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) has unveiled homegrown RNA extraction kits for commercial use. "Otherwise, there can be contamination of RT-PCR tests because it is a highly sensitive and accurate method," she said. Researchers received financial support from government loans to develop RNA extraction kits.
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November 08, 2021 00:27 UTC
Meet at crosswalk of faith and commerce
Devotees can virtually visit shrines of eight Hindu deities via bkkdowntown.com/shrines-festival. photos courtesy of Ratchaprasong Square Trade AssociationThe "Ratchaprasong 8 Shrines Festival" will kick off tomorrow to introduce the world's first faith-based online platform that allows everyone to journey into a spiritual land of gods from anywhere and at anytime. With the new innovation and technology, however, worshippers can virtually pay homage to the deities 24 hours a day via bkkdowntown.com/shrines-festival, which provides a 360-degree virtual space. The festival will start tomorrow with an annual worship ceremony of the God of Creation, known among Thais as Thao Mahaprom, at the Erawan Shrine from 6am-8am. Devotees from around the world can participate to receive blessings via this channel.
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November 08, 2021 00:27 UTC
US finally reopening borders after 20 months
US finally reopening borders after 20 monthsAfter months of restrictions on travel, the United States is reopening land and air borders to foreign visitors. WASHINGTON: The United States reopens its land and air borders Monday to foreign visitors fully vaccinated against Covid-19, ending 20 months of restrictions on travel from around the globe that separated families, hobbled tourism and strained diplomatic ties. The British woman plans to fly Monday to see her son in New York, after 20 months of separation. The United States, from Monday, will require air passengers to be fully vaccinated and be tested within three days before travel. The United States has not yet commented on the increase in Covid-19 cases in Europe.
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November 07, 2021 16:23 UTC
'China is ready' to make RCEP trade deal tariff cuts
'China is ready' to make RCEP trade deal tariff cutsHONG KONG: China is on track to cut tariffs when an Asia-Pacific trade deal comes into force at the start of next year, according to the Ministry of Commerce. It said China was ready to implement all 701 binding obligations, including tariff cuts and changes to rules on the origin of goods. Signed by 15 countries in November last year, the RCEP is the world's biggest regional trade deal and expected to link about 30% of the world's people and output. China already has a number of bilateral trade agreements, and this is the first time it has signed up to a regional multilateral trade pact. China is also aiming to join the Japan-led Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), which proposes deeper tariff cuts than the RCEP and covers more trade areas.
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November 07, 2021 15:53 UTC
Hong Kong vaccine experts do not rule out fourth jab for some residents
Hong Kong vaccine experts do not rule out fourth jab for some residentsPeople wear costumes as they walk inside a discount chain store on Halloween in Hong Kong on Oct 31, 2021. (Reuters photo)HONG KONG: Hong Kong government vaccine experts have said they do not rule out the possibility of a fourth Covid-19 jab for residents, with the city rolling out third shots under its booster programme next week. Hong Kong will start offering booster shots to the elderly and those under high-risk groups from next Thursday. About 24,500 people had signed up online for the third vaccine dose as of 8pm on Friday, the first day bookings became available. "For those who had received the Sinovac vaccine, they may need to take the booster shot earlier, but we still need to prioritise in the end."
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November 07, 2021 10:55 UTC
Europe relapses as Covid hot spot in warning sign for recovery
Despite an abundance of Covid-19 shots, countries from Germany to Greece have reported record infections in recent days, while Romania and Bulgaria are experiencing horrific levels of fatalities and overwhelmed hospitals. Last month, the country kicked off its largest-ever flu shot drive to address concerns over a spike in Covid cases coinciding with a resurgent flu. “We are working to extend the booster dose to new age groups starting next week,” Health Minister Roberto Speranza said Friday at a press conference in Rome. HungaryHungary’s slow vaccine campaign and lack of Covid measures has helped fuel one of the world’s fastest growth rates in infections. Croatia on Friday tightened measures after reporting record infections.
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November 07, 2021 08:58 UTC
Chinese exports solid in October as Covid eases overseas
Chinese exports solid in October as Covid eases overseasChina's exports rose by a better-than-expected clip in October 2021SHANGHAI - China's exports rose by a better-than-expected clip in October, official data showed on Sunday, with demand strengthening in some key markets such as the United States and Covid numbers easing overseas. The data from the world's second-largest economy also suggested that Chinese factories had kept the goods flowing out despite power outages in recent months caused by emission reduction targets, the surging price of coal, and supply shortages. The government said last week that the power crisis was winding down thanks to a boost in domestic coal output. Exports rose a better-than-expected 27.1 percent on-year in October, according to customs authorities, to $300.2 billion. In recent months, several Chinese factories were forced to halt operations due to power outages, raising concerns about global supply chains.
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November 07, 2021 06:19 UTC
Reopening sees illegal entries rise
More than 3,000 migrants were caught entering the country without going into quarantine first during a crackdown on illegal border crossings by the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc). The reopening of the country by air to residents of several countries on Nov 1 has prompted illegal migrants to enter via the northeastern and eastern borders in search of work, Isoc spokesman Sitthichai Makkunchorn said. He said the illegal crossers posed a public health risk as they were not tested for Covid-19 or subject to quarantine. In Kamphaeng Phet on Saturday, 20 illegal Myanmar migrants were rounded up in tambon Na Bor Kham in Muang district. In Chiang Rai, the army has intercepted seven Myanmar nationals who illegally crossed into Thailand from the border town of Tachileik yesterday.
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November 07, 2021 04:32 UTC
Djokovic breaks idol Sampras's world number one record
Djokovic breaks idol Sampras's world number one recordSerbia's Novak Djokovic is assured of finishing the season world number one for a record seventh time after beating Hubert Hurkacz in the Paris Masters semi-finals. PARIS: Novak Djokovic gained some consolation for missing out on a Grand Slam sweep this year when he was crowned season-ending world number one for a record seventh time on Saturday. "It is a dream for me as Pete was my idol when I was a young boy," said Djokovic. Djokovic -- who broke Roger Federer's record of weeks at number one earlier this year -- said it was hard to rank his records. Djokovic can take some satisfaction that he denied Medvedev the world number one spot, though the Russian admitted his chances of toppling the Serbian were slim.
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November 07, 2021 02:55 UTC