Thailand's third richest man, Chaleo, dies at 89

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Thailand's third richest man, Chaleo, dies at 89

Published: 18 Mar 2012 at 00.00
Newspaper section: News

Chaleo Yoovidhya, the founder of the renowned energy drink Red Bull, or Krating Daeng in Thai, and one of the nation's richest men, died at Chulalongkorn Hospital yesterday. He was 89.

Chaleo Yoovidhya

Funeral rites will be held at Wat Khrua Wan Worawiharn in Bangkok Yai district from today until Friday. A cremation will take place next Saturday.

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jc

Discussion 9 : 18 Mar 2012 at 22.599
11 million baht per day, everyday! So jealous. Life would be so fun.
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Discussion 8 : 18 Mar 2012 at 18.238
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I think he was truly wealthy, but not the wealthiest in Thailand by a long shot.
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Discussion 7 : 18 Mar 2012 at 16.277
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Was this noble man a certified pharmacist? Can an ordinary businessman without a related academic qualification produce a health product that gained acceptance and the ministry of public health overlooked that?
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Discussion 6 : 18 Mar 2012 at 15.536
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My condolences to the family for the co-founder of red bull.
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Discussion 5 : 18 Mar 2012 at 12.515
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He probably got so old by NOT consuming his antibiotics and “power” drinks.
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Discussion 4 : 18 Mar 2012 at 12.194
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What a creator…. This is a true rag to riches story that should inspire others to work hard, be creative, and hopefully they can prosper also.
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Discussion 3 : 18 Mar 2012 at 11.523
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The same end awaits us all. No matter how much wealth someone has accumulated over a lifetime.
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Discussion 2 : 18 Mar 2012 at 08.452
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My sincere condoleance to the family...
But what about Krating Daeng beverage ? Only chemical !
But what about health for addicts of Krating Daeng ? Surely not good !!!
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Discussion 1 : 18 Mar 2012 at 07.401
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My sincere condolences to the family, friends and fans. RIP.
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