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Huawei: Unleashing the potential of fiber and moving towards F5.5G
During the 8th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2022), Richard Jin, Vice President and President of the Optical Business Product Line of Huawei, delivered a speech titled "Unleashing Fiber Potential and Striding to…
Will the integration of digital technologies into the food system work?
One can get the impression from the media that a new wave of digital technology is sweeping the farming world, bringing incredible new devices and services to farmers everywhere that will inevitably boost food production and…
Thailand’s LTR visa needs an overhaul to attract foreigners
Thailand is still hopeful that its updated long-term resident (ltr) visa attract wealthy foreigners, despite more attractive LTR visa options in other countries.
On September 1, Thailand introduced a revised LTR visa, joining…
19 funeral pyres rise for the victims of the Nong Bua Lamphu mass murder
The Abbot said this was the first mass cremation at the temple and hopefully the last.
Among the 19 victims to be cremated is an eight-month-pregnant teacher who lost her life with 24 infants at the Tambon Uthai Sawan administrative…
“The West can learn a lot from Asia in terms of diversity and inclusion”
Studies suggest that, according to PwC, many people in Asia view diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) as a Western concept shaped by Western experiences and Western values.
There is also a view that the focus on "individuals" and…
How honest should you be during your exit interview?
By Allison Pohle, Bangkok Post, Thailand (TNS)
Millions of people have quit their jobs this year, and many more are expected to do so.
The wave of layoffs has presented a dilemma for workers preparing to exit – namely how honest they…
Dubai-based Shiv Kapur leads Asian tour in Chinese Taipei
Dubai-based Shiv Kapur took the lead in the $700,000 Yeangder TPC on Thursday by carding a brilliant eight-under-par 64 on day one, in an event that marks the first time in three years that the Asian Tour has hosted Chinese Taipei because…
Labor Minister, compatriots observe post-Covid Pchum Ben in South Korea
Labor Minister Ith Samheng (blue shirt) takes part in a group dance September 18 during a visit to South Korea to gain insight into the situation of Cambodian migrant workers. Cambodians who live and work in the East Asian country…
Workers injured while traveling? How Workers’ Comp Should Respond: Risk & Insurance
Accidents at work can occur when a worker is on the street. What employee comp professionals need to know.…
5 fights we want to see at ONE Lumpinee Cards in Bangkok
With ONE Championship's arrival at Lumpinee Stadium now confirmed, fans can look forward to some incredible matchups at one of the world's most iconic martial arts venues.
The stadium in Bangkok, Thailand is famous for showcasing the best…
Expats in Columbus react to Queen Elizabeth II’s death
Watching the news on Thursday morning, Lyn Risby knew the UK's longest-serving monarch was about to die.That didn't make it any less devastating for the London native, who has lived in Columbus for nine years."She's the backbone of our…
Former South Bend Mayor Roger O. Parent reflects on leadership
Roger O. Parent is a former mayor of South Bend. If you've been around a while, you know this. For those keeping count or not following the news, he's been in office before Joe Kernan, Stefan gap and Pete Buttigieg.Good. A book by the…
Housing.com and PropTiger.com’s parent company, REA India, were ranked 55th Best Large Places…
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New Delhi Sept. 1 (ANI/NewsVoir): India's leading digital real estate company REA…
India’s state-funded motorcycle helmet promises ‘fresh air’ for riders battling…
As India's capital New Delhi prepares for winter - and its accompanying season of biting smog - the government is promoting a motorcycle helmet with filters and a fan on the back that is said to be able to remove 80 percent of pollutants…
Seniors want to continue working after retirement
She says: "I don't want to be a housewife. I'm still healthy and I want to contribute to society. My age does not allow me to continue working as an elementary school teacher, so I have found other jobs that are suitable for older…
Breakfast in Bangkok
Breakfast in Thailand might look like dinner to you. There's a reason for that. eggs for dinner? Curry and rice for breakfast?On a trip to Thailand, you might be surprised to be offered something to eat in the…
A woman’s death was almost overlooked until friends gathered to remember her life
Ka Xiong was no taller than 5 feet. Her garden hoe matched her height.At 79, she turned up the soil at Elmwood's Peace & Plenty Community Garden, where she tended a piece of land, growing winter melon, lemongrass, hot peppers, squash,…
Top 5 reasons for a cleaning service in Thailand
A clean and tidy home can make a huge difference in the quality of your life. The problem is that with our hectic schedules, it can be difficult or even impossible to complete all that cleaning and organizing. The good news…
Thailand lures digital nomads with 10-year visas and ultra-low tax rates
The sandy beaches of Phuket, the busy streets of Bangkok and the mountains of Chiang Mai could soon be options for digital nomads looking for their next home.
Thailand will soon be offering a 10-year visa to potential long-term…
Facts about Mother’s Day in Thailand you need to know
Mother's Day or "Wan Mae" is a big deal in Thailand and reflects the culture's familial values. As motherhood is one of the most respected roles in Thai society, the day is particularly important to Thai people. Not only do…
New thatched roof huts on Lake Kivu, Rwanda
Welcome to T Wanderlust, a new travel newsletter from the editorial staff of T Magazine. Twice a month we recommend destinations and hotels around the world that are worth visiting. Sign up here to find us in your inbox every other…
The Forgiven author Laurence Osborne talks about his novels
Comment on this storycommentIn conventional literary travel accounts of Westerners moving East - to India, China or Arabia, for example - there is a tendency towards serious upliftment, redemption and deepening of the expat's soul through…
FICO Insights: Nearly 3 in 4 Thais experienced drop in income due to pandemic; Many will switch…
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70 percent (nearly 3 in 4) of Thai retail consumers have had a negative impact on their income due to the pandemic
Amid an uncertain financial climate, the…
Liverpool beat Crystal Palace in Singapore
Reaction from Jurgen KloppLiverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has been happy with his side's commitment as he continues to rotate the line-up, but the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez have all had longer terms this time.…
Worldwide: Toronto-based designer Anwar Mekhayech’s favorite things
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Saty Pratha…
China will contribute wisdom, solution and unity as its diplomacy enters the “Asian…
China ASEAN Photo: VCGA series of key regional or global events in Asian countries are planned from this month through the end of the year, ushering in an Asian moment for their role in global governance with the upcoming Lancang-Mekong…
Two M’sian teenagers return home safely after being deceived by a ‘high-paying’…
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Three months after being scammed by a human trafficking syndicate in Myanmar, two teenagers have finally returned safely to…
Let’s close the loop on tariffs to create a sustainable, clean energy economy that benefits…
By Julia Bell, Chief Commercial Officer, CleanCapital
For the past decade, 'tariff' has been an all too familiar term in the solar industry, evoking a mix of strong opinions among stakeholders. In 2012, the Obama administration imposed…
‘It’s Hell’: Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh gather to ‘go home’ |…
Rohingya refugees living in appalling conditions in Bangladesh are demanding to return to Myanmar.Tens of thousands of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh demonstrated to demand repatriation to Myanmar, where they fled a military crackdown five…
6 things they don’t tell you about the life of digital nomads
When the average professional imagines the digital nomadic lifestyle, silly stock photos undoubtedly spring to mind—some 22-year-old in a hammock, or sitting in the sand, or perched on a mountaintop awkwardly…
US State Department adviser calls Myanmar military a ‘bunch of thugs’
Through The Irrawaddy June 13, 2022
BANGKOK-US State Department adviser Derek Chollet has described Myanmar's military as "a gang of thugs" who are…
Inside Thailand’s EV Revolution
From luxury cars to tuk-tuks, an electric age is dawningBy the end of 2022, an all-electric Mercedes-EQS will roll off the assembly…
Best things to do in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is often mentioned, but it is definitely not boring. It's a barrage of honking motorbikes, burning coals from a grill strewn with satés, tuk-tuk drivers waving you in, and the endless sweat pouring down your brow. This is a…
Malaysia’s largest Thai festival at Tropicana Gardens Mall
PETALING JAYA: Tropicana Gardens Mall, the retail arm of Tropicana Corporation Bhd, has partnered with the Royal Thai Embassy and Thailand's Department of!-->…
New Man Utd CEO Richard Arnold reacts to ‘disappointing’ season and works to rectify it
Manchester United finished underperforming sixth in the Premier League after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick failed to give their Old Trafford stars successVideo is loadingVideo not availableThe video will start playing automatically…
Pandemic causes surge in demand for larger living space
Property buyers in Thailand are increasingly interested in spacious homes. The surge in interest began particularly in the early days of the pandemic. Back then, buyers were looking for properties that would allow them to live comfortably…
AAPI designers bring traditional design into modern fashion
Tell me about yourself and your brand. How did you get into fashion design and what were your first points of inspiration? Growing up I loved shopping for fabric on our family trips to India and was fascinated by the process of…
Thailand’s Covid numbers are falling but restrictions remain in place
Thailand recorded 5,238 new Covid infections and 40 new Covid-related deaths in the past 24 hours, another day of falling numbers since the Omicron variant peaked on April 1 with 28,379 infections in 24 hours. Yesterday there were 6,094…
Wage-related abuses in the fishing industry exacerbated by the response to the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has left migratory fishermen in Asia, already a highly vulnerable segment of the labor force, with lower incomes and higher risks of labor abuse, a new report says.The report, commissioned by the International Labor…
Why you should learn Thai to explore Thailand
Sponsored Thailand has always been known as the most popular travel destination in the world. Why? The Land of Smiles has so much to offer: serene beaches, endless culinary possibilities, majestic temples and landscapes, rich history,…
Obituary: Michael Barrett – Portland Press Herald
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Michael Barrett 1944 – 2022 BRUNSWICK – Well I'm gone. I knew that would happen. Do not worry. No regret. I have been so fortunate to have a life blessed with love, happiness and a rewarding career. There is nothing…
Ukrainian women train in Kosovo to find and remove landmines
PEJA, Kosovo (AP) - As an English teacher in Ukraine, Anastasiia Minchukova never thought she would have to learn how to identify and defuse explosives. But there she wore a face shield, was armed with a landmine detector, and ventured…
Badminton: Aaron demonstrates captaincy by staying cool under pressure
PETALING JAYA: Appointing Aaron Chia as skipper for the Thomas Cup team seems like the right decision. The men's national doubles shuttle teamed with Soh!-->…
From playing in secret to playing abroad, this Fifa gamer is enjoying his ‘one time’…
What he remembers to this day is the coaching he received in China.
Yeo recalled having to practice virtual penalty shootouts after every training session, a weakness his coach identified in his gameplay.
“Every night I would have to…
Thailand news today | Missing expat found in psychiatric ward in Thailand
In September, the new Yellow Line monorail train will be tested between Lat Phrao and Samrong, and the Pink Line monorail train will be tested between Min Buri and Khae Rai. The Yellow Line is 92 percent complete, while the Pink Line is…
Khmer New Year returnees from Thailand are increasing
Migrant workers are returning from Thailand via Oddar Meanchey earlier this month. Oddar Meanchey administration
Ahead of the Khmer New Year, officials in provinces along the Thai border say Cambodian workers have been returning from…
How Sarawut “Yoon” Rachanakul strives for a greener future
JBP International Paint Co Ltd's second generation heir, Sarawut "Yoon" Rachanakul, shares his views on being the "nice guy" and how he strives to create a greener, more sustainable industry.
Always the true gentleman - which, mind you,…
Burmese continue to flood the Thailand-Myanmar border, fleeing unrest
Police searched a house in northern Chiang Rai province yesterday and found 71 Burmese migrants hiding inside. A Thai man who was also at the house told police he was hired to pick up the migrants who illegally crossed the Myanmar border…
Carte blanche: Ashley Oosthuizen jailed in Thailand. Will your ex throw himself up? – People
Ashley Oosthuizen. Photo: Carte Blanche screenshot
A month ago Ashley Oosthuizen from George, South Africa turned 23 years old…. celebrated her birthday in a Thai prison for the second straight year, for a crime…
Four black women on what it took to retire early and travel full-time
Purple shares on her blog that she has all of her investment money in low-cost index funds and is 100 percent owned in US stocks, which she finds ideal for funding her retirement because of the opportunity for better returns. Since she…
Supawan Tantayanon: “I designed my own portable laboratory” | opinion
Supawan Tantayanon is Professor of Chemistry at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. In addition to her research in a number of applied chemistry fields, she pioneered the application of small-scale chemistry techniques in Thailand. Last…
English Tuition Prices in Thailand: Research by BestKru
BANGKOK, THAILAND, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Private English tutoring is a service that comes with different prices as each tutor is different. Tutors can have different degrees, teaching experience and qualifications, all of…
Cyprus, Turkey and Thailand: top holiday spots feeling the effects of the Ukrainian-Russian war
Russians aren't the biggest vacation planners, says Mikhail Ilyin, a priest and travel agency owner in Pattaya, Thailand. While most Europeans book a vacation a year or two in advance, Russian tourists tend to be spontaneous.It's a…
yoboo empowers consumers to consume sustainably
Ensuring consumer rights yoboo is always on the wayManila, Philippines, March 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- March, 15, 2022 marked the 40th International Consumer Day and the 13th year of yoboo's annual Consumer Day campaign. As a company that…
Myanmar migrants risk arrest if they flee to Thailand
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Thai authorities continue to take a hard line in their campaign to keep them out of the country
Refugees from Myanmar, who have fled a wave of violence as the military cracked down on rebel groups, rest after crossing a river…
How did Shane Warne die? Aussie legend dies in Thailand after suspected heart attack, latest news…
New details have emerged following the shock death of Australian cricket legend and greatest leg spinner of all time, Shane Warne, aged 52.The 708 Test Wicket Great was found unresponsive by friends at a villa where he was staying in Koh…
Teenage mum Kailyn Lowry holds back tears as she reveals her trip to Thailand for her 30th birthday…
TEEN mom Kailyn Lowry fought back tears as she revealed her big birthday trip to Thailand was canceled days before she left.
The reality star was due to start her vacation this week before her plans were abruptly halted.
5Teen mom Kailyn…
This beauty shop saves lives
Passion, purpose and work don't have to be mutually exclusive. Kristy Alexander knows this better than most. After a decade in the corporate world, she decided to marry her two loves, nature and science, and pursue a…
UFC fighter Mike Swick diagnosed with cancer: ‘Most aggressive fight I’ve ever…
Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesRetired professional mixed martial artist Mike Swick announced on Instagram that he has been diagnosed with cancer. On Wednesday he gave a comprehensive update on his diagnosis and…
Latest help finding MH370 discounted
Eight years after the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, authorities have come to no firm conclusions as to why and where exactly the plane crashed. Theories abound on both points. The search for what is believed to be the…
Preparing for healthy middle-aged aging: a qualitative study | BMC Public Health
In the present study, 11 women and 12 men were interviewed, the mean age was 50.43 ± 4.8, and the majority of the subjects (73.9%) were married (Table 1). Examples of middle-aged healthy aging programs have been categorized into four…
104-year-old Trojan overcomes war and racism and receives an honorary doctorate
Law student Frank Chuman left USC with more than a hundred other students in early 1942, just as US President Franklin D. Roosevelt was exiling Japanese Americans and Japanese immigrants to detention centers, primarily in the western…
About 3 in 10 parents say they will have their child under 5 vaccinated against Covid…
A sister virus to Omicron is rapidly replacing the original strain in many parts of the world, but early data suggests its impact is "unlikely to occur," according to World Health Organization experts who provided an update on the Omicron…
Obituary of Edward Roback (2022) – Ashley, PA
Edward Roback of Ashley passed away unexpectedly on Friday 21st January 2022 at home.Born in Kingston on July 19, 1947 to the late Edward and Rosemarie Roback, he was a graduate of Wyoming Area High School, class of 1965. He was a member of…
Obituary for Mary “Tinky” Turner – Seacoastonline.com
Fowler Kennedy Funeral HomeMary "Tiky" TurnerPORTSMOUTH - Beloved matriarch Mary "Tinky" Turner of Somersworph, NH, passed away peacefully at her home on January 9, 2022 at the age of 91.She was born on December 1, 1930 in Wichita, Kansas…
Inside Kaz Crossley’s incredible trip to Thailand, including fundraising and building a school
Kaz Crossley has so far helped build a school, home and gym for a group of children during her incredible trip to Thailand. The 27-year-old Love Island star flew to Thailand's Isaan just before the New Year to help out the community she!-->…
Fights of solo women in the big city
Brave, young, independent women are breaking stereotypes in the big cities to live independently. But is it a bed of roses?
Last year, during the pandemic lockdown, I watched a program on YouTube about a young Indian girl from the…
Fortnum & Mason is planning a quick grocery delivery service
Fortnum & Mason plans to enter the booming fast food delivery market, expanding online and internationally after the pandemic severely impacted sales at its London flagship store."The underlying story was one of the online…
8 reasons why a trip to Thailand is good for your health
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Health is a virtue that can only be obtained with a sane mind. The perfect recipe for a better life is a healthy body and mind. Because of this, it is important to have a strong, fresh, and…
Jane Seymour, 70, reveals youthful figure on beach trip in Thailand: “let’s start…
Jane Seymour made fans wonder if she's immersed in the fountain of youth.The former Bond girl recently took to Instagram and uploaded a photo of herself walking on a sun-drenched sandy beach in Phuket, Thailand. The actress proudly…
Thailand becomes champions for the sixth time
Thailand's Adisak Kraisorn (second from left) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his first goal against Indonesia in the second leg of the AFF Suzuki Cup final. (PHOTO: Yong Teck Lim / Getty Images)SINGAPORE - Thailand clinched a…
Beat Captain Chanathip 4-0 in doubles as Thais against Indonesia
Dec 29 (Reuters) - Thailand's Chanathip Songkrasin was in disastrous form as they handed Indonesia a 4-0 win in the first leg of the Suzuki Cup in Singapore on Wednesday title.Chanathip's second-minute opener was the fastest goal scored in…
The tragedy and blessing of a Christmas day
I brought a baby home with me on Christmas Eve 2011.He was born just before Halloween and we met him on December 1st when my wife and I adopted him. But instead of counting down to his first Christmas, we crossed out days until he was…
Local teenager hopes to take sports career to the next level after trip to Thailand
Cameron Chadwick, a student at Georgian College, shines on the international beach volleyball scene; "I loved it here, it's paradise"
Cameron Chadwick got the chance to play on the international beach volleyball scene and he likes…
Ikano Centers continues its growth plans for its hangout offerings in Malaysia and Thailand |…
Its malls are pioneering future-proofing strategies driven by an omnichannel approach and strategic commercial developments…
Fundraiser started for nurse in Portsmouth who is being treated in Thailand as a family call
Lauren Davison contracted kidney failure with her friend while on vacation.The nurse who works at Queen Alexandra Hospital had to be connected to a dialysis machine in Pattaya and operated on.Although the 27-year-old is responding well to…
Amazon Prime Conquers Southeast Asia – Manila Bulletin
British-Filipino Erika North puts forward a plan to work with local content creators
One streaming site we've been subscribing to for quite some time is Amazon Prime, which is where we saw the original series. The wonderful…
‘Squid Game’ actor started out on the Tampa stages
TAMPA - Geoffrey Giuliano has a self-deprecating assessment of his acting career.Around this time last year, "the Hollywood establishment was aware of my work," said the 68-year-old via Skype from his 20-year-old home country Thailand.…
NBTC, Huawei Ink Infrastructure Deal
NBTC, Huawei Ink Infrastructure Deal
'Giga Thailand' roll-out part of ambitious plan to become Asean hub…