V enture capital company Turn Capital has acquired the Thailand business/franchise Flash Coffee, a Singapore-based tech-enabled coffee chain. The companies did not divulge the financial details of the …
Thailand bans import of iguanas to stem ‘invasion’ of species
Under an amendment to the country’s Wild Animal Conservation and Protection Act it is now illegal to introduce iguanas of any variety into Thailand. Violators face six months in …
Iguana invasion: Thailand rounds up rogue reptiles
Thailand has captured more than 150 rogue iguanas that were rampaging through the countryside, raiding farms and damaging the local environment, officials said.”The rapidly increasing number has …
In potential Israel-Hamas hostage deal, Thailand’s stakes are high
In Thailand’s north, families fear for loved ones kidnapped by Hamas. In the south, hearts go out for victims of Israeli counterattacks in Gaza. In Bangkok, this presents a delicate balancing act.
Meet the Thai celebrities — and ‘boys love’ stars — becoming fashion’s newest power players
Global luxury brands are signing celebrity ambassadors from Thailand to tap into rising local demand and leverage the stars’ growing appeal across the wider Asia region.
Yuanta Thailand receives the Best Securities Company Award from the SET for the second consecutive year
Yuanta Securities Company Limited, under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Khun Boonporn Boriboonsongsilp, is honored to receive the prestigious Excellent Securities Company Award in the …
Sportswear brand ANTA targets 10 more Thailand stores
ANTA said Southeast Asia plays a vital role in its expansion drive. Leading sportswear brand ANTA has set its footprint in Thailand with its first store in centralwOrld, marking a significant …
Visa-free period might lead to businesses bringing in Chinese beggars to earn income in Thailand
Immigration officers have arrested another Chinese beggar dressed as a student, bringing the total foreign beggars apprehended to six in only a few days. It is suspected to be part of an organized …
West Thailand: Geology expert advises on undetectable earthquakes in Three Pagodas Fault
Geology expert assures minor earthquakes at Thailand’s Three Pagodas Fault pose no threat to neighbouring dams.
Miss Thailand says she’s happier when her makeup comes off
The 27-year-old beauty queen placed second during the 2023 Miss Universe pageant, which was held on Saturday in El Salvador.