Low-Cost UberX Launched In BKK As Taxi Fare Set To Rise
BANGKOK — The international crowd-sourced taxi company Uber has launched a low-cost service in Bangkok offering cheaper rates than the proposed fare increase for conventional taxis.
BOI Okays Biotech Projects Worth 2.4 Billion Baht in Total Investment
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) revealed on 5 April 2021 that it has recently approved new projects in the field of advanced biotechnology...
Bitcoin’s Going Nucking Futs, Here’s How to Buy From Thailand
Three months ago today, bitcoin traded at a lofty 140,000 baht (USD$4,000). One month ago, it reached 200,000 baht (USD$6,000). In the past two...
Chinese Hot Pot Eateries Have Left Bangkok’s New Chinatown
BANGKOK - The crackdown forces the closure of at least 12 Chinese restaurants in Huai Khwang district, dubbed Bangkok’s new Chinatown, according to a...
Brewer ThaiBev Buys KFC Thailand for 11.3B Baht
BANGKOK — The country’s largest brewer announced Tuesday it has acquired fast food chain KFC’s operations in Thailand.
Construction of Thai-China Railway to Begin 'Before Year's End'
BANGKOK — The construction of a new railway in Thailand that will ultimately connect with a route to China will begin before the end of this year, according to a spokesperson of the Thai military government.
Thailand Follows as Asian Markets Rise
BANGKOK — The Thai economy enjoyed a smooth day on the markets, despite a small hiccup during ...
Buriram Recruits Grab to Deliver Food From Markets During Shutdown
BURIRAM — Local authorities in Buriram province on Monday enlisted help from a major online-based delivery service to send food from markets and restaurants to residents amid a ban on dine-in operation.
Thailand Develops Odour-Proof Boxes for Durian Shipping
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — The Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR) on Thursday has unveiled a brand new fruit packaging innovation to store strong-odoured fruits like durian.
Thailand Can Expect Less Interest From President Trump, Academics Say
BANGKOK — The United States under President-elect Donald Trump will likely pay less attention to human rights and the restoration of democracy in Thailand, relieving pressure on its military regime, two political scientists said Wednesday.
