Thai Cabinet gives green light to EV promotion package
The Cabinet has approved subsidies of Bt70,000 -Bt150,000 on purchases of electric vehicles to promote Thailand’s EV manufacturing industry.
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Thailand’s Astronomical Institute releases image of sparkling diamond solitaire in space to mark Valentine’s Day
A strikingly bright star named HD 83535 creates the image of sparkling diamond solitaire.
Seeking a Valentine’s soulmate at Bangkok’s Shrine to Love
Hundreds of Bangkokians flocked to the Trimurti Shrine at CentralWorld to pray for good fortune, prosperity and love.
Thailand’s elephant and tiger attractions have run out of money, say operators
The Chiang Mai Tourism Business Association president also urged authorities to develop sustainable crop projects to feed the animals.
Thailand can learn from Australia on living with Omicron: Expert
He has praised Thailand’s ability to cope with the pandemic and opening for international travel to restore pre-Covid normalcy.
Thai gems and jewellery exports up in 2021 as key markets recover
Exports of gems and jewellery, excluding gold, in Dec 2021 were worth US$587.16 million, up 29.33 per cent year on year.
Phetchaburi swings into action as monkeys threaten tourism
Locals have complained that a marauding bands of monkeys present a threat to hygiene and the local tourism industry.
Saudi Crown Prince planning historic visit to Thailand
The Crown Prince will become the first Saudi royal to visit Thailand in an official capacity, following Thai PM Prayut's earlier state visit.
Bangkok launches subsidised curry-rice restaurants to ease living cost crisis
The project will help set up similar eateries in communities across the capital.
Krabi rejects bid to film Netflix horror over environmental concerns
A foreign film producer wanted to use three popular Krabi beaches as the setting for a Netflix horror film.