Crude jumps, stocks slip, rouble crashes to record low on tough Russian sanctions
TOKYO, Crude oil jumped while the rouble plunged nearly 30% to a record low on Monday after Western nations imposed tough new sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, including blocking some banks from the SWIFT global payments system.Safe-have…
Nearly 2.2 million more doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine arriving in Thailand
Thailand is expecting delivery of 2.2 million doses of Moderna mRNA vaccine, manufactured in the United States, over the course of yesterday and today (Monday).This new batch is to be delivered to the Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) and pr…
Bumrungrad unveils healthcare technology
Published by The Bangkok Post Bumrungrad unveils healthcare technology Focus on robotics, genetic testing Bumrungrad Hospital announces its vision to be the leader of smart healthcare 5.0 technology, aiming to provide holistic medical care to all patients. In 2022, Bumrungrad…
Conflict bodes ill for Thailand, say FTI, shippers
Published by The Bangkok Post Higher inflation and a sluggish economy are looming this year following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The Russian attack on Ukraine drove energy prices higher and led to…
No frills fun
Published by The Bangkok Post Suzuki has enjoyed plenty of success with the Swift eco car, with more than 8,000 units being sold in Thailand last year. Launched in early 2018, the third-generation Swift has surpassed the mid-life point, but…
Elegance and utility
Published by The Bangkok Post BMW Thailand invited the media to the mountainous province of Chiang Rai for an ultimate driving experience with BMW’s high-performance vehicles, including the BMW X7 xDrive40d M Sport, which was locally assembled. The test drive…
No shortage of Favipiravir pills
Published by The Bangkok Post No shortage of Favipiravir pills GPO says kingdom has 84 million in reserve The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) on Saturday said the country is not facing shortages of anti-viral Favipiravir pills for Covid-19 patients. Sirikul…
Don’t forget the nightlife industry
Published by The Bangkok Post Despite a rise in Covid-19 cases, the decision to not impose curfews, lockdowns, or close public spaces and restaurants is a welcome change by the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA). Ample data from abroad…
Ukraine Anti-Invasion Protests Continue in Bangkok
BANGKOK — Protests against the Russian invasion of Ukraine continued for a second day in the Thai capital Sunday with several hundred demonstrators marching from Bangkok’s Lumpini Park to Benchakitti Park.Ukrainian software engineer Oleklsandr Polieno …
Arrest warrants issued for owner and driver of speed boat from which Thai actress fell
The Nonthaburi provincial court has issued warrants for the arrests of the owner and the driver of the speed boat from which TV actress Nida “Tangmo” Patcharaveerapong fell into the Chao Phraya River and drowned.The boat’s owner, Tanupat “Por” Lerttawe…