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- Dads Eat Free this Father’s Day at Ginger, Holiday Inn Bangkok
Father’s Day is for the whole family this year as Ginger presents a ‘Come 4 Pay 3’ promotion inviting fathers
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Father’s Day is for the whole family this year as Ginger presents a ‘Come 4 Pay 3’ promotion inviting fathers to dine for free on 5 December 2024.
A day of great significance, Thailand’s Father’s Day is a celebration of everyone who serves a fatherly role, whether within a family or beyond. Just as much as the holiday expresses appreciation to fathers, the day is also about acknowledging every father’s wish to see their family happily together.
Ginger is honouring the spirit of Thai Father’s Day by inviting the whole family to gather for a meal. Enjoy a special ‘Come 4, Pay 3’ lunch offer, perfect for treating the whole family and quality time together.
Share in a buffet that spans the flavours of Thailand and international favourites such as a live pasta and noodle soup station, our signature ginger-grilled local chicken, a selection of assorted Japanese sushi, and a Middle Eastern corner. Indoors or al fresco, the casual setting of the restaurant is perfect for joyful conversation and swapping stories.
Dads receive a complimentary healthy drink on the day as a gesture towards their wellbeing and longevity.
The Father’s Day lunch buffet is available on 5 December 2024 from 12.00 hours to 14.30 hours. The price is THB 599++ per adult and THB 300++ per children between 6 to 12 years old. Children 5 years old and under dine free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Ginger is located on the Lobby level of Holiday Inn Bangkok.
For reservations and inquiries, please contact Holiday Inn Bangkok at dining.bkkhb@ihg.com or by calling +66 (0) 2 656 1555.
For more information, please visit HolidayInn.com/HIBangkok.
Prices are in Thai Baht and subject to 10% service charge and applicable government taxes.
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9 November 09 2024AROUND TOWNhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50624 - Ikea, Decathlon link up with CP group in unveiling new retail format
CHANGES are afoot in the Thai retail market with Swedish furniture giant Ikea and French sporting goods retailer Decathlon having
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CHANGES are afoot in the Thai retail market with Swedish furniture giant Ikea and French sporting goods retailer Decathlon having linked up with Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group) in introducing Thailand’s first “Future Convenience Store” (FCS) in Hang Dong district, Chiang Mai, with plans to later expand to other provinces, Thai Rath newspaper said yesterday (Nov. 6).
This venture is being undertaken by CP Future City Development Corp. Ltd. (CPFC), together with CP AXTRA, CP ALL and TRUE, with the outlet still being built and expected to be opened in March next year.
Ms. Paphitchaya Suwandee, CEO of CPFC, said the collaboration adds a new dimension to convenience store shopping business in Thailand.
The concept emphasises the community while responding to the ever-changing needs of consumers being in a scale suitable for convenient shopping.
More such outlets will later be opened in various provinces to meet the specific needs of consumers in communities outside Bangkok.
Photo: Thai Rath
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7 November 07 2024HIGHLIGHThttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50616 - 9 policemen suspended on charges of extorting cash from foreigner
NINE police officers were suspended from duty after a Vanuatu citizen complained that they had extorted over 5 million baht
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NINE police officers were suspended from duty after a Vanuatu citizen complained that they had extorted over 5 million baht from him to drop charges of being linked to passport forgery which he denied, Naewna newspaper and TV Channel 3 Plus News said this evening (Nov. 5).
Pol. Lt. Gen. Thanayut Wutticharasathamrong, assistant national police chief acting on behalf of the national police chief, signed an order temporarily suspending nine policemen with one being a lieutenant colonel performing as an investigation inspector at a police station in Nakhon Ratchasima Province; two lieutenants who are deputy inspectors at Crime Suppression Division, Technology Crime Suppression Division 1; a deputy inspector for crime suppression at a police station in Bangkok; five police sergeants and one sergeant major.
A committee has been set up to investigate them after Mr. Sai (surname withheld), a Vanuatu national, complained that they had extorted money from him to drop charges of being linked to passport forgery as alleged by four Filipino suspects who had been arrested for holding fake passports had implicated him.
He said that on Oct. 16 eight men claiming to be policemen accompanied by two interpreters brought a warrant to search his house in Samut Prakan.
They seized the mobile phones of everyone in the house, which aside from Sai and his wife included two Chinese friends and a foreign maid, as well as a computer.
They also threatened to slap an additional charge of hiring a foreign maid without permission.
They then demanded 300 million baht, or US$10 million in digital currency. However Sai negotiated and paid US149,253.
The next day one of the interpreters contacted Sai saying if he paid another 700,000 baht they would file charges against the person who had reported him but in the end he was scammed again.
Photo: Thai Rath
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6 November 06 2024AROUND TOWNhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50611 - Rhône Valley Wine Dinner by E. Guigal at Fireplace Grill and Bar, InterContinental Bangkok
InterContinental Bangkok’s storied Fireplace Grill and Bar is inviting connoisseurs of French wine on 28 November 2024 to an impassioned
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InterContinental Bangkok’s storied Fireplace Grill and Bar is inviting connoisseurs of French wine on 28 November 2024 to an impassioned experience. Luxuriate in an evening of exquisite cuisine elevated by truly moving wine pairings at the Rhône Valley Wine Dinner by E. Guigal.
An elegant gastronomic event, the long table wine dinner will feature narration on the history of Rhône Valley vineyards by resident E. Guigal Winery expert, Veronica Weyssie. The enriching meal will also be adorned by live music.
The experience will emphasise the fine wines of E. Guigal, which has produced prestigious vintages for three generations based in the values of its original patriarch, Etienne Guigal.
On land with 24 centuries of history, the Guigal clan produces wines that communicate passion and create genuine emotion. The southern French vineyard is dedicated to a process that results in wines that arouse passionate enjoyment when shared with good company.
A Côtes du Rhône Blanc and Saint-Joseph Blanc, representing the north and south of the Rhône Valley, accompany the seafood starters of the six-course menu, Raw Langoustine Carpaccio with Foie Gras, and Poached Ostra Regal Oyster.
The Australian Lamb Loin with Chanterelle Mushroom Fricassee is served with a Crozes-Hermitage Rouge as the Blackmore Wagyu Beef Striploin is complemented by a genuine Gingondas.
Sip Châteauneuf-du-Pape while indulging on a selection of French artisan cheeses and finish the journey with a Goat Milk Panna Cotta topped with a Rhubarb Chutney and Dark Chocolate.
The Rhône Valley Wine Dinner by E. Guigal takes place 18.00 hours to 23.00 hours on Thursday, 28 November 2024 and is priced THB 4,900++ per person. IHG One Rewards members and Early Bird reservations made before 15 November 2024 are welcomed to the experience with a 20% discount.
Available at Fireplace Grill and Bar on 28 November 2024 from 18.00 to 23.00 hours.
Fireplace Grill and Bar is located on the Ground level of InterContinental Bangkok.
For reservations and inquiries, please contact InterContinental Bangkok at dining.bkkhb@ihg.com or by calling +66 (0) 2 656 0444.
Prices are in Thai Baht and subject to 10% service charge and applicable government taxes.
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4 November 04 2024AROUND TOWNhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50607 - House passes draft bill prohibiting smacking children
THE House of Representatives passed a draft bill to amend the Civil and Commercial Code and prohibit physical punishment of
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THE House of Representatives passed a draft bill to amend the Civil and Commercial Code and prohibit physical punishment of children as considered by a special committee, Naewna newspaper said this evening (Oct. 30).
The special panel had approved that Section 3 be amended to state that “abusive or violent actions must not be taken in punishing children to adjust their behaviour nor should they be physically or mentally harmed or be whipped or improper action taken against them.”
However the committee’s minority view was that the phrase “nor be whipped” should be deleted.
The House voted by 391 to one with one abstention and five not voting to uphold the minority view with amendment text to read, “abusive or violent actions must not be taken in punishing children to adjust their behaviour nor should they be physically or mentally harmed or improper action taken against them.”
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Children being punished. Photos: Sanook.com
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3 November 03 2024HIGHLIGHThttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50599 - Spooktacular Halloween fun at Khao San road
KHAO SAN road is rocking tonight (Oct. 31) with witches, warlocks, ghosts, ghouls and goblins flocking in to mark Halloween
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KHAO SAN road is rocking tonight (Oct. 31) with witches, warlocks, ghosts, ghouls and goblins flocking in to mark Halloween with the police keeping a watchful eye, Amarin TV said.
Tourist Police and Phra Nakhon district officers joined forces to maintain law and order at this spooky festival and just as importantly ensure the safety of tourists as this is a key destination.
Shops along the road have been decorated with Halloween themes with the staff turned into ghosts and demons for the night.
In addition, a parade of ghosts has been arranged with there also being a ghostly makeup contest.
Photos: Amarin TV
This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com
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1 November 01 2024AROUND TOWNhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50603 - EBC Financial Group Enriches Lives of Orphans Through CSR Initiative at Baan Hathairak in Bangkok, Thailand
EBC Financial Group (EBC) continues to uphold its commitment to community support and social responsibility with its latest Corporate Social
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EBC Financial Group (EBC) continues to uphold its commitment to community support and social responsibility with its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative at Baan Hathairak Orphanage in Thailand. Late last month, EBC employees dedicated their time and resources to providing much-needed support for 36 orphaned children, reinforcing the company’s mission to make a positive impact across marginalised and vulnerable communities worldwide.
The day-long event, saw seven EBC employees distributing essential supplies, offering financial contributions to sustain the orphanage’s ongoing operations, and engaging with the children through interactive activities. The day culminated in a shared meal with the orphans and staff, providing both emotional and material support. This initiative is part of EBC’s broader strategy to actively contribute to the well-being of communities in Thailand and globally, aligning with the company’s values of fairness, integrity, and responsibility.
A Deeper Connection to Community Empowerment
EBC’s participation in the Baan Hathairak initiative reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful change in the communities it serves. EBC recognises that businesses have a fundamental duty to address the socio-economic challenges faced by underserved populations. By supporting vulnerable groups such as orphans through initiatives that address both immediate needs and long-term growth, EBC seeks to empower individuals with the resources and care they need to thrive.
Baan Hathairak, established by the Satthachan Foundation in 2009, serves as a critical shelter for orphaned children, many of whom lack access to basic care and religious education. The foundation was created in 1998 to address the growing number of orphans in Bangkok and surrounding provinces, particularly those of Muslim faith. The shelter provides housing, education, and vocational training to help orphans become self-sufficient and lead dignified lives in accordance with Islamic teachings.
“Supporting communities like Baan Hathairak aligns with our core belief that every individual deserves an opportunity to succeed,” said a spokesperson at EBC Financial Group. “At EBC, we are driven by the conviction that corporate responsibility goes beyond business; it’s about uplifting those around us and fostering a future where everyone has the potential to achieve their best.”
Continuing a Tradition of Community Engagement
This initiative at Baan Hathairak is one of many actions taken by the global financial brokerage to support local communities across Thailand. Earlier in 2024, EBC organised two key CSR events that emphasised its dedication to fostering inclusive growth:
- In June 2024, EBC hosted an event at the Ramindra Home for Blind Children, donating essential supplies and participating in interactive activities to support the emotional and educational development of visually impaired children. This effort addressed the lack of access to learning materials and social integration challenges faced by these children.
- In March 2024, EBC held a charity event at Ban Khao Kam Phaeng School in Suphanburi, benefiting 357 underprivileged students with vital educational resources, school supplies, and sports equipment. This initiative provided direct support to children in need, ensuring they have the tools necessary for academic success.
These efforts are part of EBC’s broader mission to contribute to societal progress and improve the quality of life for communities where it operates. By focusing on education, empowerment, and community well-being, EBC demonstrates that financial success and social responsibility are interconnected.
Values at the Core of EBC’s Mission
EBC’s approach to CSR is firmly grounded in its core values of dedication, responsibility, and integrity. The company believes that businesses have a fundamental duty to contribute positively to the societies they serve. Through initiatives that focus on education, community outreach, and financial literacy, EBC aims to create opportunities for growth and development, driving lasting, positive change for individuals and communities alike. Whether through financial literacy programs, community outreach, or charitable support, EBC’s mission is to create opportunities for growth, development, and hope in the regions where it operates.
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30 October 30 2024LOCALhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50592 - Rabbit Life Insurance revolutionizes life insurance with ‘Money Laborers’
Rabbit Life Insurance Public Company Limited, also known as Rabbit Life, is ramping up its business strategy for the final
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Rabbit Life Insurance Public Company Limited, also known as Rabbit Life, is ramping up its business strategy for the final quarter of the year by launching the ‘Money Labourers’ campaign, revolutionizes from traditional life insurance models. Under the concept ‘Manage Money Before Money Manages You,’ the campaign addresses financial management challenges and life planning for the future, targeting individuals who work with money, as opposed to manual labour. The campaign highlights four diverse products that meet all lifestyle needs, reaffirming Rabbit Life’s position as a leader in life insurance for the new generation. The company follows the vision: ‘Thinking Differently to Elevate Life with Easy-to-Understand and Needs-Matching Life Insurance.’ Rabbit Life is dedicated to standing by all ‘Money Labourers’ to ensure they can leap towards a better life.
Mr. Korn Chinsawananon, Managing Director of Rabbit Life Insurance, revealed, “The life insurance industry in Thailand continues to grow steadily. According to the Thai Life Assurance Association’s report for the first half of 2024, total insurance premiums reached 311,413 million baht. This reflects the fact that most Thais place great importance on securing insurance to prepare for unexpected events such as illness and to manage their finances in order to build future security. This aligns with the insights we have gathered from our three main customer segments: Insurance Starters: young individuals who have just started working and are looking for tools to help plan their future; Young Successors: office workers or those who have achieved success through multiple income streams and wish to manage both life and finances in the best possible way; Benefit Seekers: experienced individuals who are well-versed in insurance and seek to create the best possible growth for their lives as they serve as the backbone of their families. Our insights reveal that all three groups are seeking stability in life and financial management assistance to help them manage or optimize their money for maximum benefit.”
Mr. Korn added that, as a life insurance provider for the modern generation, operating under the vision “Thinking Differently to Elevate Life with Easy-to-Understand and Needs-Matching Life Insurance,’ Rabbit Life launched the ‘Money Labourers’ campaign. The campaign captures the financial challenges faced by customers and communicates the brand’s image with the idea, ‘Manage Money Before Money Manages You.’ Rabbit Life aims to encourage everyone to focus on financial management, positioning itself as a key partner to help ‘Money Labourers’ achieve a better life. The campaign highlights four products that cater to all lifestyles and needs:
- Hero 10/3 Insurance: Designed for those who have achieved success through several income streams and experience substantial tax burdens. This plan offers a short 3-year payment period, with an annual return of 20% (of the sum insured) and tax deductions of up to 100,000 baht per year (According to the conditions of the Revenue Department.).
- Bumnarn Mungmee 8555+: Ideal for those planning for retirement, this plan offers a pension of 15% per year (of the sum insured) and tax deductions of up to 300,000 baht per year (According to the conditions of the Revenue Department.)
- Health Smile Insurance: Tailored for First Jobbers whose company group insurance may not cover all needs, with premiums starting at 348 baht. When combined with existing benefits, it offers coverage up to 20 million baht, ideal for hospital admissions, with tax deductions of up to 25,000 baht per year (According to the conditions of the Revenue Department.)
- Jaijai 25/9 Life Insurance: Designed for CFO (Chief Family Officers) who want to ensure their loved ones are taken care of in emergencies. It guarantees a 2% annual return and offers life coverage – all causes of death up to 210% (of the sum insured).
“The ‘Money Labourers’ campaign stems from our exploration of the needs of our key customers. We found that financial challenges are not limited to one group — anyone can face these issues without proper financial management. This is why we are committed to developing a variety of products that meet all lifestyles, acting as a crucial financial management partner for all ‘Money Labourers,’ both now and in the future,” concluded Mr. Korn.
For updates on Rabbit Life’s news and promotions, visit the Rabbit Life website at www.rabbitlife.co.th.
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29 October 29 2024AROUND TOWNhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50588 - How power electronics are shaping the future of energy
This year marks the 70th anniversary of High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology, a transformative force that has revolutionized power transmission
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This year marks the 70th anniversary of High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology, a transformative force that has revolutionized power transmission and enabled the integration of renewable energy on a global scale. At Power Electronics & Energy Days in Stockholm, Hitachi Energy celebrates this milestone while highlighting the critical role of power electronics in shaping the future of energy.
HVDC technology has evolved over seven decades to become the cornerstone of efficient, long-distance electricity transmission today. Pioneered by Hitachi Energy in 1954, the company has integrated more than 150-gigawatts (GW) of HVDC links around the world into the power system. Its wide range of applications highlights its potential to transform the global energy landscape toward greater interconnectivity. The technology has evolved from traditional point-to-point connections into advanced multiterminal and multipurpose networks, promising the realization of the vision of meshed offshore grids.
Today, power electronics solutions, including HVDC, play an essential role in integrating bulk renewable energy, decarbonizing power systems, and enhancing grid resilience and flexibility. As the demand for renewable energy surges, power electronics, such as STATCOM, Enhanced-STATCOM and energy storage solutions, coupled with interconnectors between regions and countries, ensure grid security and reliability as both system voltage and frequency can be stabilized effectively in varying weather conditions.
“Power electronics are transforming how we approach energy systems, enhancing grid stability and supporting the global shift toward sustainable energy,” said Niklas Persson, Managing Director, Business Unit Grid Integration, Hitachi Energy. “Power Electronics & Energy Days highlights that the technology is ready now. It is a question of key energy stakeholders collaborating to employ power electronics at speed and scale. At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to driving the innovation and co-creation that empowers countries to build resilient and efficient energy infrastructures.”
At this year’s Power Electronics & Energy Days, Hitachi Energy showcases its cutting-edge power electronics solutions, designed to meet the challenges of modern grids, which include the increased penetration of renewables, decentralization of power generation as well as the electrification and decarbonization of traditional fossil-based industries. The event emphasizes that power electronics are not just a part of the future – they are pivotal in driving today’s energy transition, ensuring that countries worldwide can meet their Net-Zero targets and build sustainable energy infrastructures.
Bringing together key players in the energy transition, the event advocates for more renewables and stresses that the technology needed for the energy transition is available now, challenging countries and stakeholders to prioritize their adoption and warning against falling behind in the evolution of the energy system.The post How power electronics are shaping the future of energy appeared first on ThaiResidents.com - Thai Local News - Thai News.
28 October 28 2024HIGHLIGHThttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50584 - The Third International Summit on BDS Applications Kicked Off in Zhuzhou
The 3rd International Summit on BDS (BeiDou Navigation Satellite System) Applications held in Zhuzhou from October 24th-25th. With the theme
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The 3rd International Summit on BDS (BeiDou Navigation Satellite System) Applications held in Zhuzhou from October 24th-25th. With the theme of “Sharing the World, Sharing BDS,” the Summit aims to establish a platform for industry leadership and policy announcement, a platform for international promotion and cooperation, a platform for the exchange and announcement of cutting-edge technologies, and a platform for industrial integration and the demonstration of application achievements.
Hunan, as a pivotal force in the development of the Beidou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), has participated in the construction of the Beidou-1, Beidou-2, and Beidou-3 systems throughout the entire process, contributing Hunan’s wisdom and capabilities to the global networking and stable operation of the BDS. In recent years, Hunan has fully promoted technological breakthroughs, achievement transformations, project collaborations, large-scale applications, and industrial agglomeration in the field of Beidou technology. It has advocated the spirit of the new era’s Beidou, striving to become a national leader in Beidou technological innovation, a demonstration area for large-scale Beidou applications, and a high-quality development cluster for the Beidou industry.
This summit attracted 9 academicians from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering in the fields of domestic satellite systems, rockets, operational control, and data application and 85 foreign delegates from the African Union, Laos, South Korea, France, and Cote d’Ivoire. This summit also invited multiple companies to participate in industry matching activities, resulting in the signing and announcement of 142 projects with a total investment of 58.2 billion yuan.
A bluebook on the development of the BeiDou industry was also released during the opening ceremony. “BDS services and related products have been exported to more than 130 countries, providing users with diversified choices and better application experience and promoting industrial development,” the bluebook stated. China actively participated in the formulation of international standards, and a number of international standards related to the BDS have been successively published. These standards have laid a solid foundation for the industrial development and application in multiple key areas such as civil aviation, satellite-aided search and rescue, maritime affairs, and mobile communications.
Source: The Organizing Committee of the Summit on BDS Applications
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27 October 27 2024WORLDhttps://thairesidents.com/?p=50580