Live News of Thailand February 28, 2024

Siblings Boost BYD's Early Lead In Thai EV Market

China's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has made significant strides in the Thai market, thanks to the support of its sibling companies. BYD's entry into Thailand's EV market has been met with early success, positioRead More

Global Markets Mixed As U.S. Stocks Hold Near Record Levels

Global markets showed a mixed performance on Wednesday, with U.S. stocks maintaining near record levels in a relatively quiet trading session. In early trading, France's CAC 40 edged 0.1% higher, Germany's DAX rose 0.2%, wRead More

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Wall Street Remains Cautious As Corporate Earnings And Inflation Data Loom

Wall Street saw little change early Tuesday as more corporate earnings were reported ahead of new data on inflation expected later in the week. Futures for the S&P 500 rose by 0.2% before the bell, while...Read More

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Endangered Cinnamon Frogs Successfully Bred At Cotswold Wildlife Park

A near-threatened frog species, known as the cinnamon frog, has been successfully bred at the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Oxfordshire. This marks a significant achievement as the park becomes only the second zoological colleRead More

Patty Tavatanakit Leads LPGA Thailand Tournament By Three Strokes

In the latest round of the LPGA Thailand tournament, Patty Tavatanakit showcased her skills by shooting an impressive 6-under 66, securing a three-stroke lead as she heads into the final round. Tavatanakit's stellar perforRead More

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Myanmar Faces Mass Exodus Amid Military Conscription

Myanmar's military has announced the implementation of conscription to address its depleted ranks, leading to a potential mass exodus of young talent. The move comes amidst ongoing conflict following the military's seizureRead More

HBO's 'White Lotus' Season 3 To Film In Thailand

White Lotus fans have something to look forward to as HBO has officially announced that the highly anticipated third season of the Emmy-winning drama series will be filmed in Thailand. The show, created by Mike White,...Read More

Kyle Richards And Ex-Husband Guraish Aldjufrie's Enduring Friendship Revealed

Kyle Richards and her ex-husband, Guraish Aldjufrie, first met at a Tina Turner concert in the late '80s. Despite the language barrier, Aldjufrie, who is of Indonesian, Arab, and Dutch descent, mustered the courage to askRead More

Japan Crime Syndicate Leader Trafficked Uranium And Plutonium

U.S. prosecutors have accused a leader of a Japan-based crime syndicate of conspiring to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar with the belief that Iran would use it to develop nuclear weapons. The 60-year-old suspectRead More

Chinese Tourists Boost Southeast Asia Travel Recovery

Chinese tourists are increasingly choosing Southeast Asia as their preferred destination as overseas travel rebounds. The region has seen a surge in visitors from China, with many flocking to popular destinations such as TRead More

Global Markets React to China’s Return, U.S. Federal Reserve Data

Major developer Country Garden, Sino-Ocean Group Holding, and China Vanke experienced significant losses, although the Shanghai Composite index managed to gain 1.6%. Market analyst Stephen Innes highlighted the reopening oRead More

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Paramount's 'Mean Girls' musical surpasses $100 million worldwide. Fetch!

Paramount's "Mean Girls" musical has taken the global box office by storm, surpassing the $100 million mark to the tune of $101.2 million after just six weeks in theaters. This pink-hued movie musical, a spin-off of...Read More

Thaksin Shinawatra released on parole after hospital detention

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been granted parole after spending six months in detention at a hospital. Thaksin, a highly divisive figure in Thai politics, had been confined to the hospital due to healtRead More

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Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra released on parole

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was granted parole and released early Sunday from a Bangkok hospital where he had been serving a six-month sentence for corruption-related offenses. Thaksin, a prominent and coRead More

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Thailand to Launch $33 Billion Investment Projects for 2020-2027

Thailand, known for its vibrant economy and investment opportunities, has announced its plans to launch $33 billion worth of public-private investment projects over the next seven years. These projects, set to span from 20Read More

Global Stocks Rise as Wall Street Recovers, Oil Prices Decline

Shares in Europe and Asia saw a positive trend on Thursday, following a recovery in Wall Street stocks from the previous day's sharp decline. However, oil prices experienced a decline. Most major markets, except for SeoulRead More

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EST N8 acquires international rights for Korean sci-fi thriller film

EST N8, a U.S.-Asian sales company, has recently acquired the international rights for an upcoming Korean sci-fi thriller film called "30 Minutes." Directed by William Inhyuk Hyoung and executive produced by Tiger YeongseoRead More

Jennie's "One of the Girls" breaks South Korean solo artist record

Every week, Jennie, one of the four members of the band Blackpink, continues to make waves on the Billboard charts with her hit song "One of the Girls." This addictive tune has been steadily climbing the...Read More

Adventurous Escapades: Ed Sheeran Explores Bangkok's Vibrant Delights

Ed Sheeran's Vibrant Bangkok Escapade Chronicles a Journey of Adventure and Discovery International pop sensation Ed Sheeran recently embarked on a thrilling escapade in the bustling city of Bangkok, immersing himself inRead More

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Blackpink's Lisa set to make acting debut in The White Lotus

The White Lotus, a critically acclaimed satirical show created by Mike White for HBO, is gearing up for its highly anticipated third season. Known for its sharp social commentary and intriguing storylines, this series follRead More