Hong Kong Government to Allow Tour Groups in November
The Government will also explore the permissibility of allowing such travellers to undergo fewer nucleic acid tests while balancing the epidemic risks. Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) welcomed the Government's latest announcement. Pang said, "The new arrangements mark Hong Kong's resumption to normality and send a positive message to travellers and our trade partners around the world. It is expected that the specific arrangements can help gradually attract leisure travellers to visit Hong Kong again, especially consumers in short-haul markets. The HKTB will continue to work with the Government, the tourism industry, and related sectors to demonstrate Hong Kong's diverse tourism appeal to ramp up travelers' interests in visiting the city, to drive the revival of tourism in Hong Kong."
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 10, 2022 04:03 UTC
Floating lanterns released in the sky to celebrate 'Festival of Lights' in Thailand
Thousands of people, mainly tourists, flocked to Thailand's northern Chiang Mai province on Tuesday (November 8) to release thousands of lanterns into the sky to celebrate the annual Yee Peng festival, also known as the Thai 'Festival of Lights'.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 09, 2022 20:06 UTC
NBTC plan for public funding of World Cup broadcasts slammed
SAT was eligible for this funding because Thai athletes participated in these competitions, which covered a large variety of sports. Moreover, they said, NBTC published its resolution to withdraw funds from BTFP on April 28 and declared its first account had 3.44 billion baht and the second had 804.27 million baht. However, the academics said later resolutions by the new NBTC board were not published on the NBTC website. Also, Isra News Agency quoted an NBTC source on November 3 as saying that BTFP only had about 2 billion baht left. The NBTC executive board is scheduled to meet on Wednesday to decide on SAT’s request for funds to buy broadcasting rights.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 09, 2022 01:04 UTC
World Cup broadcast rights: Thailand slow off the blocks
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunication Commission (NBTC)’s executive board will meet on Wednesday to decide its response to a written request for funding from the Sports Authority of Thailand. Football fans would undoubtedly be thrilled if the NBTC approves the request, but some experts are questioning the move. They argue that funding the broadcast of a sports event is not in line with the objectives of the NBTC’s Broadcasting and Telecommunications Research and Development Fund for Public Interest. No other country in Southeast Asia is faced with a budget problem and they have already secured broadcasting rights. The Thai government will have less than two weeks to deal with this issue.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 08, 2022 22:13 UTC
MQDC Tasks' DGTO Prosperous' with Global Investments
Global investment – DTP is eyeing investment in Thailand and overseas markets, including the United States, Europe, Japan, UAE, China, India, Vietnam, Singapore, Australia and South Africa. "Furthermore, we also plan to expand our investments to related businesses such as office buildings, dormitories, apartments, and healthcare technology." Asset management – After acquiring the assets, DTP has improved the management and assets facilities to accelerate the hotels' value. This strategy enables us to raise funds and secure new partners for new projects, ensuring continued investments in various businesses." "These partners help DGTO Prosperous become a global investment company that focuses on social and environmental care in the communities we invest in to ensure sustainable growth of all parties," said Thiti.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 07, 2022 08:33 UTC
Vietnam's second-biggest property developer faces cash crunch: sources
No Va Land has lost nearly 40% since the beginning of this year, reaching its lowest level since April 2021. Founded in 2007, No Va Land is active mostly in residential property and luxury resorts. It is Vietnam's second-biggest listed property firm, with a market capitalisation of $4.7 billion, after Vingroup's real estate unit Vinhomes. Demand in Vietnam's real estate market is expected to stay strong through 2023, Moody's said in a report in late August. No Va Land is planning to meet with creditors on Monday afternoon to negotiate further loans, according to a fifth source familiar with the matter.
Source:Bangkok Post
November 07, 2022 08:29 UTC
TEN HAG: THE RESULT DOESN'T LIE
That was totally unnecessary because then you have to stay together, compact and win your battles. It’s everything we didn’t do.”TOO MANY CROSSES INTO THE BOX"No, I think it was stupid to do that [often look for Ronaldo in the air]. The right moment was when Christian Eriksen did so in the first half, and the moment was when he found Cristiano in the pocket at the far post. That was the right moment." Before that, the belief was there and if you get the goal, 3-2, then anything can happen."
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 07, 2022 07:08 UTC
Thai police video clip shows steps taken to keep every Apec Summit attendee safe
He also explains the steps taken to make sure Bangkok traffic runs smoothly on November 18 and 19, so leaders can travel conveniently. The immigration process at the airport has also been sped up, he said. Damrongsak added that police officers have been deployed at checkpoints and security stops in the capital.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 07, 2022 00:01 UTC
Girls becoming agents of change
Throughout the Asia-Pacific, we have documented how girls are increasingly leading local and national climate change movements while galvanising support and rallying and inspiring other girls. Yet research contained in Plan International's 2022 Asia-Pacific Girls Report: Their Fight for the Future reveals that in many countries climate action by girls is blocked by both policies and by discrimination. The impacts of climate change in Asia-Pacific are hitting girls first and worst, particularly in poorer countries and marginalised communities. Women and girls experience the greatest impacts of climate change, worsening existing inequalities while threatening their safety. Many girls and young women are confronted with governments who regard climate change as a low priority, without any focus on girls and young women as agents of change.
Source:Bangkok Post
November 06, 2022 23:36 UTC
Welsh dragon ready to roar after lengthy World Cup absence
That followed a group-stage campaign in which they finished second behind Belgium after suffering a solitary defeat in eight matches. While the wheels came off after they booked their spot in Qatar -- with four defeats in five games ensuring they dropped out of the top tier of the Nations League -- Wales will head to tournament targeting at least the last 16. After winnable games against the United States and Iran, they face a familiar enemy, England, in their final Group B match but there will be no trepidation. Having played Belgium, only recently deposed from the top of the FIFA rankings, three times in the last 12 months, losing once, Wales know they are no pushovers for the top sides. And there will be plenty of fire in the Welsh Dragon after such a lengthy absence from the tournament.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 06, 2022 06:02 UTC
Man, woman glue themselves to Goya's paintings at Madrid museum in climate protest
The man and a woman glued themselves to Goya's “La Maja Vestida” (The Clothed Maja) and “La Maja Desnuda” (The Naked Maja), two of the Spanish painter's best-known works. The protesters, from a group calling itself Futuro Vegetal, also daubed “+1.5C” on the wall in black paint between the two paintings, in reference to the limit fixed by the 2016 Paris climate agreement on rising temperatures. Futuro Vegetal tweeted: "We glued ourselves to Goya's Las Majas in the Prado. Last week the UN recognised the impossibility of keeping us below the limit of 1.5 Celsius [agreed at the 2015 Paris climate agreement]." Representatives from nearly 200 countries will gather in Egypt next week for the COP27 climate change conference, as pressure for tougher action to tackle global warming grows.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 06, 2022 04:04 UTC
Climate activists block private jet departures
Climate activists sit in front of jets and ride bicycles on the tarmac to protest against environmental pollution from aviation at Schiphol Airport outside Amsterdam on Saturday. “We want fewer flights, more trains and a ban on unnecessary short-haul flights and private jets,” said Greenpeace Netherlands campaign leader Dewi Zloch. The environmental group says Schiphol is the largest source of carbon dioxide emissions in the Netherlands, emitting 12 billion kilogrammes annually. Hundreds of other demonstrators in and around the airport’s main hall carried signs saying “Restrict Aviation” and “More Trains”. Transportation Minister Mark Harbers told parliament last month that his office could not control growing private jet traffic, and the government is considering whether to include the issue in its climate policy.
Source:Bangkok Post
November 05, 2022 16:37 UTC
TMB Bank to hold charity run for children
This year, the bank aimed to collect funds from selling tickets and donations to donate to three organisations including Children’s Hospital Foundation, Foundation for Slum Child Care, and ttb Foundation. Those who are interested in the event could register, buy tickets, and donate at the website https://parkrun-2022.ttbfoundation.org/ until November 30. Donations and ticket purchases are tax-deductible, according to Revenue Department’s conditions.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 05, 2022 14:02 UTC
Bangkok buses on 41 routes to run for an extra hour on Loy Krathong
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) also announced earlier this week that it is opening 33 public parks until midnight on Tuesday to accommodate the floating of krathongs. A special fair featuring live performances and stalls is also being held at the foot of Rama VIII bridge on the Thonburi side. Meanwhile, the routes and bus numbers that will be adjusted on Tuesday (November 8) are:• Lumpini Park: 4, 13, 15, 45, 47, 50, 62, 67, 76, 77, 141, 505, A3• Ong Ang Canal: 1, 4, 21, 25, 37, 53, 73, 508, AC8• Saranrom Park: 1, 2, 3, 12, 25, 47, 53, 60, 508• Maharaj Pier: 1, 25, 32, 47, 53, 80, 82, 91, 189, 503, 508• Wat Pho: 1, 12, 25, 32, 47, 53, 80, 82, 189, 503, 508• Chulalongkorn University: 16, 21, 25, 36, 47, 50, 93, 141, 501• Wat Pha Si: 23, 72• Benjasiri Park: 2, 25, 501, 508, 511• Chatuchak Park: 3, 26, 34, 39, 59, 63, 77, 96, 134, 136, 138, 145, 502, 503, 509, 510, 517, AC8, A1, A2• King Rama IX Commemoration Park: 22, 205• Huai Khwang Stadium: 12, 13, 36, 36kor, 54, 117, 204• Asiatique The Riverfront: 1, 15, 22• Santiphap Park: 12, 36, 36kor, 62, 77, 140, 168, 3-26E• Rama VII Bridge: 50, 179• Phra Pradaeng Pier: 82, 138• Phra Samut Chedi Pier: 20• Santi Chai Prakan Park: 3, 15, 32, 47, 53, 59, 65, 70, 82, 503, A4• Wat Arun: 208• Wat Prayun Wongsawat: 3, 4, 7kor, 21, 37, 82• Iconsiam: 3, 84, 88, 111, 4-18• Thonburirom Park: 21
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 05, 2022 06:02 UTC
Thai police extend hours of criminal-record checking service
The division, which provides police checks and other services, will open from 7.30am to 4.30pm instead of 8.30am to 3.30pm, said RTP spokeswoman Napawan Panya on Friday. People can check online whether a person has a police record by filling in the form at https://www.crd-check.com/. Those who wish to check criminal records using fingerprints must make an appointment to visit the Bangkok head office or a provincial office at http://www.crdqonline.com/. Napawan added that the head office on Henri Dunant Road has prepared a waiting room at Building No 12 to reduce crowding. From November 7, the waiting room will open from 7am.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
November 05, 2022 05:03 UTC