Ministry rolls out 'Smart Grocery Plus' programme
The Commerce Ministry in partnership with 28 partners from both from the public and private sectors on Wednesday embarked on a "Smart Grocery Plus" programme to raise the competitiveness of local grocery shop operators amid stiffer competition in the domestic retail market.
New patient database will link agencies
The Ministry of Public Health plans to set up a National Digital Health Agency to improve public health services. The project was proposed by a committee on health reform set up in 2017.
Charities to bid for 22 Leica cameras
Twenty-two charitable foundations have launched an auction for 22 Royal Limited Edition Leica cameras, M10-P, to help those in need.
Brazilian woman arrested for stealing mother's artwork
RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazilian authorities arrested a late art collector's daughter Wednesday for allegedly orchestrating a scam in which a supposed psychic moved into her octogenarian mother's home and stole millions, police and media reports said.
Consumer group petitions Norwegian embassy in Thailand
Consumer advocates submitted a petition to the Norwegian embassy in Bangkok, expressing opposition to the planned merger of True Corporation and Total Access Communication.
Panel backs revised 2023 budget
The House committee examining the budget bill for fiscal 2023 approved a revised spending plan in which 7.64 billion baht has been cut and reallocated, says a committee spokesman.
2,316 new Covid cases, 35 more deaths
The country registered 35 more Covid-19 fatalities and 2,316 new cases admitted to hospitals during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Thursday morning.
World's biggest ice sheet could cause massive sea rise without action: study
LONDON - The world's biggest ice sheet could cause "several metres" of sea-level rise over centuries if the global temperature rises more than 2°C, according to a British study published Wednesday.
Real Madrid defeat Eintracht Frankfurt to win fifth UEFA Super Cup
HELSINKI: Goals from David Alaba and Karim Benzema gave Real Madrid a 2-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt and a fifth UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday.
Phuket recovery relying on Indian flights
Direct flights from India and Australia are helping to sustain Phuket's tourism industry during low season, but a full recovery might not be seen this year.
XSpring, KTC introduce cash card for digital assets
XSpring Capital has teamed up with Krungthai Card (KTC) to launch a product that converts digital assets into cash.
'Learning boxes' help boost skills
The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the education system, affecting how students learn and testing teachers' ability to keep students engaged in online classes.
Russian strikes near Ukraine nuclear plant kill 14
KYIV: Ukraine on Wednesday accused Russia of carrying out rocket strikes that killed 14 civilians in areas near a nuclear power plant, as the G7 warned that Russian control of the facility "endangers the region".
Flight searches out of Hong Kong jump 290% with Bangkok top pick
Bangkok tops online searches for flights out of Hong Kong after it announced shorter hotel requirements and Phuket is among the trending destinations for travellers.
Ratchanok likely to meet Phittayaporn
World No.8 Ratchanok Intanon could face her Thai compatriot Phittayaporn Chaiwan in the second round of the world championships later this month.
Prayut: Let court rule on tenure dispute
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has urged critics to withhold judgement until the Constitutional Court rules on the dispute regarding an eight-year limit on his premiership.
House meeting on organic bill collapses
A joint meeting of MPs and senators on an organic bill governing the elections of MPs collapsed on Wednesday due to a lack of quorum, increasing the chance of the draft law's 180-day deadline expiring before it is endorsed.
China warns it will not tolerate Taiwan 'separatists'
BEIJING: China on Wednesday vowed zero tolerance for "separatist activities" in Taiwan and reaffirmed that it would take the self-ruled island by force if necessary.
US inflation eases in July amid falling oil prices
WASHINGTON: US inflation eased slightly in July, according to official data Wednesday, potentially taking pressure off the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates sharply while bringing a much-needed boost to President Joe Biden just months before crucial midterm elections.
Malaysia urges Asean states to engage Myanmar junta's rivals
Malaysia wants a clear endgame in Myanmar' faltering peace process and is advocating direct engagement by Asean states with the junta's opponents, and bringing other countries into the fold, its foreign minister said on Wednesday.
