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Govt to inject B1trn to stabilize economy in wake of Omicron variant
Govt to inject B1trn to stabilize economy in wake of Omicron variant
BANGKOK: Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith has announced that the government will inject around B1 trillion into the economy next year to cushion against any volatility that may be caused by the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Pattaya slakes its thirst
Pattaya slakes its thirst
BANGKOK: The alcohol ban was lifted in Pattaya on Friday (Dec 3), a move hailed by tourism-related businesses that had complained they lost 60% of their income in what was already a lukewarm market.
Divisive casino scheme put up for reconsideration
Divisive casino scheme put up for reconsideration
BANGKOK: A controversial proposal to set up a casino-entertainment complex has once again caught the government’s attention after the House of Representatives this week decided to study the issue.
Nakhon Si Thammarat declared disaster zones
Nakhon Si Thammarat declared disaster zones
NAKHON SI THAMMARAT: All 23 districts in this southern province have been designated disaster zones following downpours and runoff that started to inundate the municipality last night (Dec 2).
PM: No national lockdown, but bars probably won’t reopen
PM: No national lockdown, but bars probably won’t reopen
BANGKOK: The government will not impose a national lockdown despite overseas concerns about the Omicron variant of COVID-19, but the closure of entertainment venues will likely be extended, the prime minister said today (Dec 2).
Thailand set to donate vaccines to Africa, government says
Thailand set to donate vaccines to Africa, government says
BANGKOK: Thailand has shown an interest in joining the African Vaccine Acquisition Trust (Avat) to donate COVID-19 vaccines to the continent.
Government hunts for visitors from Africa
Government hunts for visitors from Africa
BANGKOK: The Immigration Bureau and the Ministry of Public Health are tracking about 783 African travellers who have entered Thailand since Nov 15.
Suthep indicted over construction contracts
Suthep indicted over construction contracts
BANGKOK: Former protest leader Suthep Thaugsuban is being tried in the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders for alleged irregularities in projects to construct police stations and living accommodation while he was deputy prime minister more than a decade ago.
Most face mask brands fail quality test standards
Most face mask brands fail quality test standards
BANGKOK: Only a fifth of 60 face mask brands available on the market passed Thai Industrial Standard quality tests, according to the Thailand Consumer Council (TCC).
Omicron will not affect reopening, says Phiphat
Omicron will not affect reopening, says Phiphat
BANGKOK: Thailand will not take a step back from the reopening plan despite uncertainty over the Omicron COVID-19 variant, Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said yesterday (Nov 29).
Thais begin training for Suzuki Cup
Thais begin training for Suzuki Cup
FOOTBALL: Thai players reported to the training camp yesterday (Nov 29) as they began preparations for the AFF Suzuki Cup which starts on Sunday (Dec 5) in Singapore.
Antigen testing for visitors in doubt as Omicron variant spreads
Antigen testing for visitors in doubt as Omicron variant spreads
BANGKOK: The government is considering suspending the decision to replace RT-PCR tests with antigen testing for air travellers following the emergence of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, Deputy Public Health Minister Sathit Pitutecha said yesterday (Nov 29).
14-day quarantine for arrivals from unbanned parts of Africa
14-day quarantine for arrivals from unbanned parts of Africa
BANGKOK: People who arrive from countries in Africa not subject to a ban will still have to quarantine for 14 days and be tested repeatedly for COVID-19, amid worldwide concern over the new Omicron variant of the virus.
All arrivals free of new strain, say virus chiefs
All arrivals free of new strain, say virus chiefs
BANGKOK: All 1,007 visitors from southern Africa who recently arrived in Thailand have tested negative for COVID-19, the Department of Disease Control insisted yesterday (Nov 28).
Dechapol, Sapsiree win but Ratchanok loses in Indonesia Open finals
Dechapol, Sapsiree win but Ratchanok loses in Indonesia Open finals
BADMINTON: Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai claimed their third straight title but Ratchanok Intanon missed a chance to win her first crown in almost two years at the Indonesia Open in Bali today (Nov 28).
Frenchman faces deportation for Facebook posts
Frenchman faces deportation for Facebook posts
BANGKOK: A 49-year-old Frenchman known for making fun of the Thai junta said yesterday (Nov 27) he was denied re-entry when he landed in Phuket and faces deportation.
Thailand bans travel from 8 African countries
Thailand bans travel from 8 African countries
BANGKOK: Thailand will ban entry of people travelling from eight African countries it designated as high-risk for the new omicron coronavirus variant, a senior health official said today (Nov 27).
New COVID strain sparks travel alert
New COVID strain sparks travel alert
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has warned Thais to avoid travelling to countries where a new COVID-19 variant first detected in South Africa has been found.
CCSA ends curfew, eases more curbs to bolster tourism
CCSA ends curfew, eases more curbs to bolster tourism
BANGKOK: Curfews in effect in other parts of Thailand will no longer be in effect starting next month after lifting the nighttime ban being enforced in the last remaining six provinces as part of the measures to revitalise the economy and tourism sector.
Unverified claim suggests ‘Boss’ hiding in Austria
Unverified claim suggests ‘Boss’ hiding in Austria
BANGKOK: Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya, wanted for an infamous hit-and-run case from 2012, is believed to be in Austria, though the Royal Thai Police (RTP) have no evidence of his residency there.