Discover the hidden splendour of the Long Coc tea valley
Those who enjoy snapping photos are drawn to the area because of the breathtaking dawn. The hours between 4 and 5 in the morning, when the mist is still there, but the sun's rays are just beginning to illuminate the scene, are often regarded as the best time to see the hills by many photographers. Visitors to Long Coc may also taste numerous appealing native delicacies and teas and immerse themselves in the cultural space of the Muong ethnic community. Traditional Midland tea, Bat Tien tea, and Shan Tuyet tea are some of the region's well-known beverages. If you're a nature lover who doesn't want to spend too much time travelling but wants to get away from the city, a visit to Phu Tho's Long Coc valley is a wonderful option for the weekend.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 30, 2022 03:01 UTC
5 players with the hottest physiques at the World Cup
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is hotting up with sudden-death matches in the group stage to decide which teams will qualify for the last-32 knockout phase. But World Cup fever is raging even among viewers not interested in the football, thanks to the handsome faces and gorgeous physiques on display in matches. The Nation has selected five footballers with the best looks and bodies competing in this World Cup.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 29, 2022 10:05 UTC
Nature’s gift: Phichit farmer taps resin trees for fuel
Monrat Wiwitthanakorn, the owner of a perennial tree plantation in Phichit’s Pho Thale district, said on Tuesday that a 10 to 15-year-old resin tree can produce oil that can be mixed with diesel in a 50:50 ratio and serve as perfectly good fuel. “I have used this mixed oil in farm machines and found no problem. In fact, some machines also work with 100% oil from resin trees,” he said. It takes about two days to collect enough oil, he said, adding that the output varies from tree to tree. Monrat said he has been urging fellow farmers to plant resin trees on unused land as they are environmentally friendly and produce by-products that can help reduce farming costs.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 29, 2022 07:06 UTC
Why watch the whole movie when you can watch recaps?
His channel, which mainly recaps Korean movies and dramas, has more than 600 videos and over 2.14 million subscribers. One of the most popular videos on his channel is the Indian hero movie “Krrish” that has racked up more than 24.7 million views. Another recap YouTuber, G Movie, has over 2.41 million subscribers. What these star recap YouTubers share in common is that they retell the movie or drama with a touch of humour. “I watch movie recap channels because they are even more entertaining than the actual films.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 29, 2022 03:03 UTC
Enough time for cannabis bill readings before House dissolves: Chuan
Parliament President Chuan Leekpai said on Monday that the bill is now the second topic on the House’s agenda and can be moved up after a week’s notice. The marijuana bill, which was engineered by coalition partner Bhumjaithai, was sent back to the House committee that vetted the bill for a review in September. Bhumjaithai Party cried foul, asking why a coalition partner was trying to undermine its political popularity. The party had promised to legalise marijuana while campaigning for votes ahead of the 2019 general election.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 28, 2022 19:06 UTC
Intl passengers at Kansai Airport surge to 300,000 after border controls eased
While the number of foreign passengers on international flights at Kansai International Airport jumped to about 206,000 from about 71,000 in September after the government significantly eased entry restrictions on Oct. 11, the number of Japanese passengers also increased from about 74,000 to 95,000. However, the number of Chinese visitors to Japan, which had been booming before the coronavirus crisis, has been sluggish due to the impact of the “zero-Covid” strategy in China. Both the total number of international passengers and the number of foreign tourists have recovered to only 15% of the pre-pandemic level of October 2019. On the other hand, a recovery trend for domestic flights has become clear, mainly due to an increase in the number of domestic travellers as a result of nationwide travel support measures that began in October. Domestic passenger volume at the Kansai, Osaka International (Itami), and Kobe airports totalled 2.1 million, up 70% from the same month last year, the highest level since February 2020 and more than 90% compared to October 2019.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 27, 2022 16:02 UTC
Cyberbullying: How you can protect yourself
What kids can do to protect themselves from cyberbullying:• Set private settingsParents teach children not to talk to strangers on the street. If it is impossible to completely protect yourself from the same bully neighbour, it’s also possible to do it on a personal account across social networks. Guides on how to do this are available on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Twitch, Reddit. • Block the aggressor, complain to the moderatorsMany websites and all social networks can add a user to a black/block list. Guides on how to do this are available on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Twitch, Reddit.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 27, 2022 11:06 UTC
Food waste causes, effects and solution to a humongous global
You won’t just waste less food, but you’ll also save money as a result. Fruits and vegetables that are irregularly shaped or damaged are frequently discarded because they don’t match consumer expectations, yet consuming them can help reduce food waste. Use proper food storagePlace the more important items in the front of your refrigerator or cabinet and the newer items in the back. It will prevent both financial loss and food waste. Connect with an NGO while you host a partyEven though food waste is fairly typical at weddings and celebrations, proper planning for food waste is always suggested.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 27, 2022 11:06 UTC
Apec, China reopening could boost growth to 4%
Apec, China reopening could boost growth to 4%Thailand's economy is expected to grow by 3-4% next year, growth supported by the tourism industry and as an outcome of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, a seminar was told. Mr Sanan said he regarded this year as a challenge for the economy as the country faced crises brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which has hit economic growth across the board. However, Mr Sanan is confident GDP will grow 3-4%, while export growth will rise to 3-5% following news that China will reopen its country by the middle of next year. China's reopening will result in an increase in foreign tourists in Thailand, doubling the number from this year to 20 million tourists. The chamber will expedite planning for the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy model and foreign investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), to ensure the pace of growth is maintained.
Source:Bangkok Post
November 27, 2022 05:31 UTC
Messi magic guides relieved Argentina past Mexico
Substitute Fernandez made sure of the three points when he curled a superb shot into the top corner in the 87th minute. The result restored order for the Argentines in Group C after their shock opening 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia. Argentina, on three points, can guarantee progress with a win over Poland, top on four, in their final game on Wednesday. Mexico, who have now lost all four World Cup clashes with Argentina, have one point and must beat Saudi Arabia, on three, to have any chance of continuing their run of making the last 16 in the last seven World Cups, but even that might not be enough. With the prospect of an Argentina elimination, tensions were high on and off the ball in a scrappy first half but with the two sets of fans creating an electric atmosphere in the stadium.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 27, 2022 03:02 UTC
Apec, ganja, World Cup football and the weakness of Thai planning
Meanwhile, the success of the Apec summit early this month sparked hope of a perfect outcome for host Thailand. Video clips of world leaders showcasing Thai food and culture went viral around the globe. Meanwhile, Thais’ anxiety was rising over whether they would get free broadcasts of the Fifa World Cup. Another mess followed the deal when the broadcasters complained True Corp had dominated the World Cup broadcast allocation with 32 of the 64 matches. Amorn Wanichwiwatana, DPhil (Oxon), is a former member of the Constitution Drafting Commission and a political scientist at Chulalongkorn University.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 26, 2022 19:01 UTC
PTT asked to help subsidise power charges
PTT asked to help subsidise power chargesAn electric vehicle is recharged in Siam Square area of Bangkok. The government is trying to freeze power costs for small consumers as the price of natural gas used for electricity generation continues to force costs up. This would allow Egat to freeze its electricity charges for people who use no more than 500 units per month. The fund would also contribute alongside the proposed PTT contribution to freeze charges from January to April, he said. The country must import a large amount of expensive LNG for power generation because natural gas production in the Gulf of Thailand is declining.
Source:Bangkok Post
November 26, 2022 14:18 UTC
Elephant buffet over: Farmers usher wild herd back to Chachoengsao sanctuary
Aerial footage shared on Saturday showed more than 40 wild elephants being guided across farms in Prachin Buri’s Wang Tha Chang district. The herd had reportedly made its way out of the sanctuary in neighbouring Chachoengsao province to hunt for food in Prachin Buri, which is rich with farms of sugarcane, cassava, mango and oil palm. Officials first used drones to survey the area and usher wandering elephants together before guiding them back to the sanctuary. This effort has helped minimise damage to crops and ensured the safety of villagers. A ranger explained that the herd was being ushered to Bo Krasob Forest in the heart of the sanctuary that spans 1,070 square kilometres and is home to several hundred wild elephants.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 26, 2022 13:05 UTC
Bt600m to fresh up Central Department Store to highlight the “Boundless Playground” Concept
Bangkok, November 25, 2022 — Central Department Store, operated by Central Retail, has announced a festive-season surprise by unveiling “CENTRAL LADPRAO THE NEW LOOK.”The new all-around revamp will help the retailer transformed the Ladprao’s 40-year-old legendary mall into the “all-time landmark and complete lifestyle destination” under the “Boundless Playground” concept. A total area of 50,000 square meters include the area of Supersports, B2S and PowerBuy. The store is also organizing fun activities and special promotions during the grand reveal celebration. Mr. Olivier Bron, Chief Executive Officer — Central Department Store, under Central Retail, said “From the very first day, Central Department Store never stopped innovating and exploring new ways to create the best shopping experience for our valued customers. Central Ladprao has been the go-to shopping destination for not only people living in the Ladprao area but for all Bangkokians since 1983.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 26, 2022 09:04 UTC
DEPA develops B2B platform for Thai tourism
This new connection venture focuses on the principle of "win-win sharing income" partly through digital technology to revive the Thai tourism industry after the Covid-19 pandemic. It is expected to boost Thailand's economy by 12 billion baht. For entrepreneurs who want to increase sales channels and reduce dependence on foreign OTAs, it is difficult to contact OTAs of Thai startups. At the same time, OTAs of Thai startups are growing slowly because of obstacles in terms of funding and credibility. It takes time to access and acquire the tour operators in the system.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 25, 2022 20:03 UTC