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Puttita and Sapsiree start defence in style
Puttita and Sapsiree start defence in style
Puttita Supajirakul and Sapsiree Taerattanachai got off to a winning start in the defence of their women’s doubles title at the Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters yesterday (Jan 21). The world No.19 duo, the only Thai champions at last year’s edition, defeated Taiwan’s Cheng Chi-ya and Lee Chih-chen 21-17, 21-16 at Indoor Stadium Hua Mark. In the second round, the Thais will meet world No.8 Li Wenmei and Zheng Yu of China who beat compatriots Liu Xuanxuan and Xi Yuting 21-17, 21-16 in the opening round. In today’s action, Ratchanok Intanon will begin her campaign against her Thai compatriot Supanida Katethong, a qualifier. Seeded second behind Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi this week, Ratchanok is seeking back-to-back titles after her win at the Indonesia Masters on Sunday (Jan 19). Yamaguchi takes on Malaysia’s Go Jin Wei. Also in the women’s singles, Pornpawee Chochuwong faces defending champion Fitriani Fitriani of Indonesia, while Busanan Ongbamrungphan meets sixth seed Sung Ji-Hyun of South Korea. Spain’s Carolina Marin, who lost to Ratchanok in the Jakarta final on Sunday, is up against Kim Ga-Eun of South Korea. In the men’s singles, China’s Chen Yuqi will play Toby Penty of Britain, while Chinese legend Lin Dan faces Angus Ng Ka Long of Hong Kong in the first round. Sixth seed Kantaphon Wangcharoen, Thailand’s top male player, will meet compatriot Suppanyu Avihingsanon. The event is being held in honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, a former national team player.
‘Bang Yee’ begins fightback, seeks help from SAT
‘Bang Yee’ begins fightback, seeks help from SAT
FOOTBALL: Worawi Makudi insisted yesterday (Jan 21) he is eligible to stand in next month’s election for Football Association of Thailand president.
BoT relaxes LTV rule for mortgages
BoT relaxes LTV rule for mortgages
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand is easing loan-to-value (LTV) regulations governing mortgage lending, shortening the minimum debt-servicing period for first mortgages for those seeking a second for homes priced below B10 million.
Future Forward Party found not guilty of opposing monarchy
Future Forward Party found not guilty of opposing monarchy
BANGKOK: The Constitutional Court ruled on Tuesday (Jan 21) that key figures of the opposition Future Forward Party (FFP) were not guilty of opposing the monarchy.
Future Forward Party tipped to escape the chop
Future Forward Party tipped to escape the chop
BANGKOK: The Future Forward Party (FFP) is likely to be spared by the Constitutional Court today (Jan 21) as the alleged offences of its members do not warrant its disbandment, according to law scholars.
On-song Ratchanok eyes Thailand Masters crown
On-song Ratchanok eyes Thailand Masters crown
BADMINTON: Fresh from her win in Jakarta on Sunday (Jan 19), Ratchanok Intanon will be seeking back-to-back titles at this week’s Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters.
Neck-high cable sweeps sight-seeing tourists off motorcycle
Neck-high cable sweeps sight-seeing tourists off motorcycle
KANCHANABURI: Two women tourists sightseeing on a motorbike were injured when they ran into a telecom cable hanging at neck-level across a road yesterday (Jan 19).
Thailand now more dangerous: Poll
Thailand now more dangerous: Poll
THAILAND: People are now facing higher risks to their security and personal wellbeing than a year ago, according to a survey by Suan Dusit Rajabhat University, or Suan Dusit Poll.
Looming giant catches a cold
Looming giant catches a cold
BANGKOK: From selfie-obsessed tourists to massive bilateral trade and property investment, China’s presence in Thailand cannot be overlooked.
Thais question dubious rulings after Saudi defeat
Thais question dubious rulings after Saudi defeat
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has sent an official letter to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), seeking explanations for dubious refereeing decisions during their 1-0 loss to Saudi Arabia in the AFC U23 Championship quarter-finals on Saturday (Jan 18).
Ratchanok ends lengthy title drought as she edges Marin in Jakarta showdown
Ratchanok ends lengthy title drought as she edges Marin in Jakarta showdown
BADMINTON: Ratchanok Intanon claimed her first title in nine months after winning the US$400,000 Indonesia Masters at Istora Senayan stadium in Jakarta yesterday (Jan 19).
Cabbie returns bag, B1.5m in cash, valuables to passenger
Cabbie returns bag, B1.5m in cash, valuables to passenger
BANGKOK: A taxi driver has been rewarded for returning about 1.5 million baht in cash and valuables to a businesswoman who left her bag in his cab in Bangkok.
To use is to reuse
To use is to reuse
BANGKOK- Funny photos taken at supermarkets and convenience stores across Thailand were circulated on New Year’s Day, showing customers carrying unusual containers like a construction cart, a cement bag, a plastic bucket and even a stainless-steel cooking pot to use as substitutes for plastic bags.
Chinese New Year sparks full alert for coronavirus
Chinese New Year sparks full alert for coronavirus
NATIONWIDE: The Ministry of Public Health has implemented the highest level of precautionary measures at airports and hospitals across the country to minimise the possibility of a disease outbreak in response to the surge in Chinese tourists expected to arrive to celebrate Chinese New Year.
War Elephants told not to fear Saudis
War Elephants told not to fear Saudis
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Akira Nishino has told the War Elephants to focus on their own game rather than guessing Saudi Arabia's ploys ahead of their AFC U23 Championship quarter-final clash this evening.
Young Thai Kosuke steals the stars’ thunder
Young Thai Kosuke steals the stars’ thunder
GOLF: Thailand’s Kosuke Hamamoto showed he can be the man for the big occasion when he signed for an opening six-under-par 65 to take the first round clubhouse lead at the Singapore Open yesterday (Jan 16).
PM orders provinces to ‘dig for water’
PM orders provinces to ‘dig for water’
THAILAND: All 76 provinces across the country have been ordered to begin khut din laek nam (digging for water) as part of urgent state measures to fight a drought which has already parched 18 provinces.
Nishino proud of his terrific players that he says are on par with Asia's finest
Nishino proud of his terrific players that he says are on par with Asia's finest
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Akira Nishino said his players proved they are capable of competing against Asia’s top sides after the young War Elephants held Iraq to a 1-1 draw in their final group game in the AFC U23 Championship on Tuesday (Jan 14).
Graftbusters go after ex-NOB chief's wealth
Graftbusters go after ex-NOB chief's wealth
THAILAND: The Anti-Corruption Commission plans to confiscate assets worth 575.1 million baht from former National Office of Buddhism director Nopparat Benjawattananan and seven others in connection with an unusual wealth case.
Highways Department targets slow drivers
Highways Department targets slow drivers
THAILAND: Slow driving in designated fast lanes is becoming a major cause of road accidents in Thailand, according to the Highways Department.