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Apr 24

#HeatAlert . Today could be the hottest day. The forecast predicts highs of 43°C in the North and 40°C in Bangkok. Stay hydrated!

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Apr 25

“A ban on TikTok and a ban on you and your voice.” Said Shou Chew, CEO of TikTok, responding to #Biden as the TikTok ban bill has been signed. #TikTok #TikTokBan

Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim

ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.

Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.

ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.

As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.

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Apr 25

Toyota pilots EV pickup trucks in key Thai market: Toyota launched a public transport pilot on Thursday with nine fully electric Hilux Revo pickup trucks in ...

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Apr 23

Thailand is an "aged" society, as over 20% of the country is over 60 years old. While the number of senior citizens continues to grow each year ... Show more

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Apr 25

Bangkok Heat Wave: Death Toll Rises, Sixth Day of Warnings: Warnings of extreme heat in Bangkok were issued for the sixth consecutive day ...

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Apr 25

Asia Hawks on Alert After Indonesia Shock Rate Hike to Defend Rupiah (IDR USD): Investors are looking for the next policy domino to fall in Asia amid an ...

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Yingluck in the clear over funding scandal The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has decided not to appeal the Supreme Court ruling that cleared ... Show more

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Apr 22

#BangkokPost : More than 5 million senior citizens still need to work to earn a living and most of them do not have formal education ... Show more

Bangkok Post - 5m seniors must work to live

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Apr 25

Thai Banks Cut Rate for Some Borrowers After Pressure From PM: Thailand’s biggest commercial banks agreed to temporarily lower borrowing costs for vulnerable ...

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Apr 24

Myanmar’s Junta Recaptures Town That Was a Significant Gain for Rebels: Resistance soldiers were forced to leave Myawaddy, a key trading center on the border ...

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Thailand urges bigger ASEAN role in resolving Myanmar conflict: Thailand called on Friday for the regional bloc ASEAN to take a more proactive role in trying to ...

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Apr 25

Heatstroke kills 30 in Thailand in 2024 as kingdom bakes: The heat index in Bangkok is expected to rise above 52 deg C on April 25.

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Apr 23

Thailand to replace military-appointed Senate, reduce its powers: Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to select a new slate of senators who will no ...

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Apr 23

Thailand Plans for First Post-Coup Senate Election, Referendum: Thailand will start the process to elect new senators next month, in an exercise that will make ...

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Apr 25

A coastal gem Just off Pattaya, Koh Lan is an ideal island for those wanting a quick escape with stunning beaches Throughout my work life I have gone on many ... Show more

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Apr 25

A woman posted photos of her electricity bill from the Provincial Electricity Authority on her Facebook page, revealing charges exceeding 77 million baht ... Show more

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Apr 23

Thai PM asks top banks to lower interest rates to help economy: Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Tuesday said he had asked the country's four ...

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Apr 23

Thailand's $13.5 billion digital wallet stimulus policy was given cabinet approval, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said, clearing another hurdle for the ...

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Apr 22

Honda to build electric vehicles and batteries in Ontario, says source: Honda will build electric vehicles and their parts in Ontario with financial support from ...

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Quick Glance: Honda's Major Investment in Electric Vehicle Factory in Ontario

According to sources from federal and provincial government levels, Honda is planning to establish a significant new electric vehicle facility in Ontario.

The forthcoming announcement of the agreement is expected to take place at Honda's facility in Alliston, where plans for a comprehensive project to manufacture electric vehicles, batteries, and components will be revealed.

Honda's investment in Alliston is projected to surpass the existing major projects in the electric vehicle production sector in Ontario.

The disclosure of the agreement with Honda is seen as a significant step in the government's efforts to attract companies for establishment in Canada within the emerging electric vehicle industry.

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Apr 25

TikTok CEO’s response to the TikTok ban bill. #Biden #TikTok #TikTokBan #TikTokBanned

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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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Thailand's Bitkub aims for ASEAN expansion with 2025 listing : BANGKOK -- The founder of Thailand's leading cryptocurrency exchange says its ...

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Apr 24

Thai c.bank minutes show economy expanding, uncertainty remains: Thailand's economy is projected to grow at a faster pace in 2024 than 2023 supported by private ...

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Apr 20

About 1,300 people flee from Myanmar to Thailand after clashes in key border town

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Quick Glance: Refugees Flee Violence in Southeastern Myanmar

Thousands of people from Myanmar’s Kayin (Karen) State have fled to Thailand to escape the fighting between the junta and ethnic Karen troops.

The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) captured the last military outpost in Myawaddy, leading to retreat and reinforcement by junta forces.

The battles intensified, causing an influx of refugees crossing the Moei River into Thailand, with Thai authorities offering humanitarian aid.

Thailand is fortifying its border defenses and providing assistance to refugees as the situation remains tense along the border.

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : A Chinese woman was reportedly pushed off a cliff by her husband in Kong Chiam district in 2019 and miraculously survived with her unborn baby returned ... Show more

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In 2019, the pregnant woman was pushed off the cliff by her husband. (Link in comments)#thailand #china #scmpnews #scmp

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Apr 24

Temperature feels like 52 degrees: Thai authority warns of extreme heat in Bangkok

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Apr 24

A severe heat wave has had large parts of Thailand firmly in its grip for weeks. The local environmental agency issued a warning specifically for the capital ... Show more

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Apr 25

Toyota to delay EV production launch in US to 2026, Mid Japan Economist reports: Toyota Motor will delay the start of its electric vehicle (EV) production in the ...

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Apr 23

Thai PM urged to tackle overtourismWith opposition to overtourism arising in many countries, Thai tourism operators are urging the government to seriously ... Show more

Bangkok Post - Premier urged to tackle overtourism

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Apr 23

Thailand's $13.5 bln stimulus project gets cabinet approval

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Apr 25

The MEA collaborates on a transformative project to install underground communication cables along Rama IV Road, enhancing urban infrastructure and safety ... Show more

Bangkok Post - MEA Advances Rama IV Road with Underground Cables

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Apr 22

#BangkokPost : Bringing an airport to a province isn't always a boon. It can be a burden too. #opinion #Thailand #business #transport #airport #Srettha Full story link is in the first ... Show more

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : The government will kick off its One Family One Soft Power project in June, and aims to create 20 million jobs with a minimum annual salary of 200 ... Show more

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Apr 22

#BangkokPost : The Meteorological Department forecast is for extremely hot weather in the North, the Northeast, the Central Plains and the East from Monday to Sunday ... Show more

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Apr 25

Two sisters held in bust of B700m gambling site Police also charge two firms with sending millions of online messages promoting betting Two sisters in ... Show more

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : The number of Covid-19 cases has increased as expected after Songkran celebrations as the JN.1 strain remains dominant in the country ... Show more

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Apr 24

Guru by Bangkok Post : 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀 ▪️The Chao Phraya Express Boat deployed two new boats earlier this month. Boats No. 301 and 302 are golden-flagged and operate on ... Show more

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Apr 24

NVI Drives Local Vaccine Procurement Efforts National Vaccine Institute collaborates with government agencies to ensure equitable access to essential vaccines ... Show more

Bangkok Post - NVI Drives Local Vaccine Procurement Efforts

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Apr 24

Two Japanese suspects in murder-mutilation case Two Japanese men are prime suspects in the murder and dismemberment of another Japanese man whose remains were ... Show more

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : Peak celebrations for the Songkran holiday this year may have passed, but there are already a few refreshing signs lingering in the aftermath of the ... Show more

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Apr 15

#BangkokPost : Thai and foreign tourists celebrate the Songkran festival on Silom and Khao San roads in Bangkok on Sunday. (Photos: Nutthawat Wichieanbut and Varuth ... Show more

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Apr 23

Teachers, students to share school toilets In a major change of policy, teachers and students will share the same toilets at all schools under the Office of ... Show more

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : Headaches, constipation and muscle cramps are the top three illnesses people suffer from during summer, according to the Department of Health ... Show more

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Apr 19

Thailand urges Myanmar’s junta to free Aung San Suu Kyi

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Apr 21

#BangkokPost : About 2,000 Myanmar people fled Myawaddy to Mae Sot district of Tak to take refuge from escalating battles between Myanmar junta forces and ethnic ... Show more

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Apr 25

US checking in The USS Theodore Roosevelt, the fourth Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, docked on Wednesday ... Show more

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Apr 19

Bitcoin's 'halving': what is it and does it matter? Bitcoin's long-anticipated 'halving' is, depending on where you sit, a vital event that will burnish the ... Show more

Bangkok Post - Bitcoin"s "halving": what is it and does it matter?

Quick Glance: Bitcoin 'Halving' Completed, CoinGecko Reports

Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, completed its 'halving' on Friday, a phenomenon that occurs roughly every four years according to CoinGecko.

Following the 'halving', Bitcoin remained relatively stable, dropping by 0.47% to $63,747.

The 'halving' was integrated into Bitcoin's code at its inception to reduce the rate of new Bitcoins being created.

Experts are divided on whether the upcoming 'halving' will boost Bitcoin's price, with some viewing it as already factored in, while others remain skeptical.

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Apr 21

Myanmar regime sends Russian aircraft to bomb lost territory MiG-29 jets and Mi-35 helicopter gunships operating along Thai border: Myanmar regime sends Russian aircraft to bomb lost territory - Nikkei Asia

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Singapore woman killed in Spain: Car rented by suspect reportedly caught on CCTV at crime scene

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Apr 25

Thais eye more Olympic slots from Bangkok event Six Thai boxers have already secured their berths at the 2024 Olympic Games and there are six more slots to ... Show more

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Danger warning issued for Bangkok as extreme heat bites: BANGKOK: Thai authorities issued an extreme heat warning for Bangkok on Wednesday (Apr 24) ...

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Heat batters South and South-East Asia Sweltering heat in India, Thailand, Bangladesh, and the Philippines. Esha Hanspal tells you more Watch more on ... Show more

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Apr 22

#BangkokPost : Residents were evacuated from the vicinity of chemical warehouses in tambon Bang But of Ban Khai district where a fire broke out and explosions were ... Show more

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Apr 24

Central bank intervenes to steady bahtOfficial says currency is moving in line with peers after falling past 37 to the dollar earlier The Bank of Thailand ... Show more

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Apr 23

‘Big Joke’ drops complaint against PM Embattled deputy national police chief Surachate Hakparn on Tuesday withdrew his malfeasance complaint against Prime ... Show more

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Apr 17

#BangkokPost : Italian big bike manufacturer Ducati Motor Holding aims to make Thailand one of its export hubs after opening a new factory in Rayong ... Show more

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Banks agree to reduce loan ratesThai banks are set to cut the minimum retail rate (MRR) by 25 basis points for a period of six months ... Show more

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Apr 23

The public is being warned to carefully check the suppliers of Labubu dolls amid receiving complaints about fraudulent sales of the expensive designer toys ... Show more

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Apr 17

#BangkokPost : Road accidents killed 243 people and injured 1,837 others during the six days of the Songkran festival holiday. #Thailand #travel #Songkran #transport #accident #injured ... Show more

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Apr 18

Thailand, Kazakhstan Agree on Visa Waiver Pact to Boost Tourism: Thailand will sign a permanent bilateral visa waiver agreement with Kazakhstan next week ...

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#BangkokPost : Progress expected on long-delayed first phase from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima. #Thailand #transport #train Full story link is in the first comment.

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Apr 25

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#BangkokPost : Top military commanders are concerned that a proposed rejig of the laws could invite undue political interference in armed forces' affairs ... Show more

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Apr 25

US carrier group makes port call A US carrier strike group arrived in Laem Chabang for a scheduled port visit on Wednesday ... Show more

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Apr 24

US seeks to jail Binance founder Former crypto exchange boss Zhao faces sentencing for money laundering on April 30Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance ... Show more

Quick Glance: DOJ Calls for Binance Founder to Spend Three Years in Prison

The U.S. Department of Justice stated that Binance's founder, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, should spend three years in prison for enabling the crypto exchange to violate federal laws on money laundering and sanctions.

Zhao pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act, with the DOJ recommending a 36-month prison sentence and a $50 million fine.

Emphasizing the need for a significant punishment, the DOJ highlighted Zhao's financial gains from illegal activities and the importance of deterring others from similar actions.

The court will decide between incarceration and probation for Zhao, with his defense arguing against his knowledge of specific transactions and advocating for probation due to a lack of risk of repeat offenses.

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Apr 23

Taylor Swift Effect: Kim Kardashian loses 500,000 followers after diss track 'thanK you aIMee'

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Apr 20

ABOUT POLITICS: Putting on a brave face Finding itself in the middle of dissolution proceedings, the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) needs plenty of ... Show more

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Apr 19

Groups From Middle East, China Look to Build World’s Tallest Tower in Thailand: A group of investors led by a Dubai-based real estate developer is in talks to ...

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Apr 22

#BangkokPost : The price index for new residential supply in Greater Bangkok should continue to rise in the second half. #business #property #index #price #realty #Finance #home Full ... Show more

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'She was taken in such a horrible way': Family of Singapore woman killed in Spain opens up about their loss

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Apr 15

#BangkokPost : Songkran festivities across Thailand continue to draw in both local and foreign tourists, all eager to partake in the joyful water-splashing celebration ... Show more

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Apr 17

Thailand, New Zealand to Resume Direct Flights, Elevate Ties: Thailand and New Zealand have agreed to resume direct flights after the pandemic shut air ...

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Apr 19

Thai divers seek to take on 'ghost gear' threatening marine life

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Apr 20

Vietnam surpasses India and Thailand and now becomes biggest rice supplier for Singapore

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BMA to spruce up busy pedestrian areas The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has begun a pavement renovation programme aiming to upgrade footpaths ... Show more

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Apr 18

#BangkokPost : A British man was arrested while begging in front of a convenience store on the well-known tourist destination of Koh Phangan ... Show more

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Apr 23

Lop Buri residents deny ‘harassing’ macaquesParks and wildlife officials say plan to relocate nuisance monkeys is proceeding Lop Buri residents are upset by ... Show more

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Apr 22

Chinese Warships in Cambodia Fuel Fresh Concerns as Wang Visits: China’s top diplomat has pledged to further boost security ties with Cambodia during a visit ...

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Guru by Bangkok Post : 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗴 The next time you visit the famous canal, don't forget to check out the latest mural, which features Thai icons such as a ... Show more

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