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Covering Local News from Ekkamai/Phrakanong Area

The Elephant & Castle Pub Bangkok: A Fusion of Tradition and Thai Charm

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In the heart of bustling Bangkok, a new haven for wetting one's whistle has emerged, blending the quintessential charm of a traditional English pub...

Buyers of Ashton Asok condominium project to receive refunds after construction permit revoked

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The Foundation for Consumers has declared that buyers of the Ashton Asok condominium project are entitled to receive refunds following a ruling by the...

Viral Image of Donated Japanese Train Surrounded by Garbage Sparks Cleanup Efforts in Bangkok

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A viral image of a donated Japanese KIHA 183 train in Thailand surrounded by piles of garbage has caught global attention. The picture was...

Bangkok News
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SRT confirms high speed rail steel meets standards

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The inspection comes in the wake of the collapse of the State Audit Office building in Bangkok's Chatuchak district, which raised questions about construction...

National & World News

US tariffs delay Thailand’s 400 baht wage hike plan

The decision, initially expected in April, was postponed during a meeting on Tuesday led by Labour Ministry permanent secretary Boonsong Thapchaiyuth. The board, comprising...

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A Taste of Tradition: Fish & Chips and Gammon Steak at The Londoner

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The Londoner Fish & Chips Review At The Londoner, their Fish and Chips isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience that delivers both comfort and quality....

A Taste of Tradition: Beer-Battered Fish and Hand-Cut Chips at Hunter’s Garden & Restaurant

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Nestled within the lush tranquility of Sukhumvit 101/1, Hunter's Garden & Restaurant offers a refreshing retreat from Bangkok's urban hustle. Among the variety of English and...

Thailand Welcomes Its First Three Michelin-Starred Restaurant

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Sorn, a celebrated restaurant specializing in southern Thai cuisine, has become the first in Thailand to earn the prestigious three Michelin stars. The announcement...

Lifestyle

Thailand’s Virtual Bank Competition Heats Up with Five Major Bidders

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Lede: The competition for Thailand's virtual banking licences has intensified, with five major business groups confirming their interest ahead of the submission deadline. The...

Thailand Leads Global Ranking for Marital Infidelity

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Married men in Thailand reportedly top the global list for infidelity, with 56% admitting to cheating on their spouses, according to data released by...

Thailand Eradicates Trans Fats, Wins WHO Recognition

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In a significant public health achievement, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized Thailand as one of five nations that have successfully eradicated trans-fatty...

Sport

Thai Cyclists Win 2 Golds, Thanapat Takes Bronze

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On February 13, 2025, at the Asian Road Cycling Championships in Bueng Si Fai, Phichit, Thailand's cyclists continued their strong performance, claiming two gold...

New Thai Badminton Duo Clinches First Title at Kumamoto Masters

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Thai badminton pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran secured their first mixed doubles title together at the US$420,000 BWF Kumamoto Masters in Japan on...

Thailand Aims to Host Formula 1 Race to Boost Tourism

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has reaffirmed the Thai government's determination to bring a Formula 1 (F1) race to Thailand, a move aimed at boosting...
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Chinese EV Battery Maker to Invest $1 Billion in Thai Plant

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Chinese battery manufacturer Sunwoda Electronic has received approval to invest $1 billion in a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Thailand, the country’s...

PM Identifies Causes of Thailand’s Slow GDP Growth

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Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has highlighted several factors contributing to the country's sluggish economic growth, with a focus on insufficient investment in emerging...

Thailand Exports Hit Record $300.5 Billion in 2024

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Thailand's export sector reached a historic milestone in 2024, recording a total export value of 300.5 billion US dollars (10.5 trillion baht). This marks...

Arts & Culture

HBO Renews The White Lotus for Fourth Season

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HBO has officially renewed its critically acclaimed series The White Lotus for a fourth season, ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of its third...

White Lotus Season 3 Heads to Thailand with New Faces

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The White Lotus, HBO’s multi-Emmy-winning series, is set to return for its highly-anticipated third season on February 16, 2025. This time, the satirical drama...

Thailand raises film rebate to 30% to boost revenue

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Thailand’s newly revised cash rebate scheme for foreign film productions, which offers up to 30% with no maximum refund limit, is projected to boost...

Drive & Ride

US Auto Industry Faces Uncertainty as Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs

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The US auto industry and global car manufacturers are bracing for significant disruption following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on all...

New EV Tax Measures for PHEVs to be Presented by April

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BANGKOK (Bangkok Post) – The Thai Finance Ministry is set to present new support measures for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to the cabinet...

Toyota Plans Hybrid Expansion in Thailand with $1.5 Billion Investment

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Toyota Motor Corporation has announced plans to invest 55 billion baht (approximately $1.5 billion) in Thailand to expand hybrid vehicle production, according to Industry...

Travel

Chinese New Year arrivals in Thailand to exceed 770k

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Thailand is expecting a significant surge in Chinese visitors during the 2025 Lunar New Year period, with arrivals set to surpass 770,000 from January...

Thailand Targets 40 Million Tourists in 2025

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On December 20, a seminar titled "ISAN NEXT: Revitalizing Thailand’s Economy Amid Global Challenges" was held at Ratchaphruek Auditorium, Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University, in...

Chinese tourist numbers to Thailand to remain flat in 2024

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Thailand’s inbound tourism from China is projected to stagnate in 2024, with expected arrivals hovering around 7 to 8 million. The subdued outlook stems...

Education

Online Classes Suggested for Schools Amid PM2.5 Crisis

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Schools in Thailand may shift to online classes as PM2.5 fine dust pollution worsens across the country, including in Bangkok, according to the Education...

Thailand re-enrolls 360,000 children in Zero Dropout push

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The Thai government has successfully reintegrated over 360,000 children into classrooms as part of its Thailand Zero Dropout policy, an initiative aimed at reducing...

Senate Approves Draft Bills for Higher Education Fund

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On October 22, 2024, Supamas Isarapakdee, the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, announced that the Senate has approved four draft bills...

Property

Bangkok condo market shaken by recent earthquake

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The earthquake that struck Bangkok on Friday has sparked renewed concerns about the structural integrity of high-rise buildings, unsettling prospective buyers and dampening the...

Dusit Thani Unveils B2bn Branded Residence in Hua Hin

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SET-listed hospitality company Dusit Thani is set to develop a 2-billion-baht branded residential project in Hua Hin, leveraging 114 rai of land where the...

Pattaya Sees Strong Demand for Luxury Condos

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Pattaya's luxury real estate market is experiencing a strong rebound, spurred by an influx of international tourists, expanding infrastructure, and growing demand for premium...