Scheme goes nationwide
Confusion reigned at many hospitals as people rushed to test the 30-baht medical care scheme, which was expanded to include all 75 provinces and 13 districts of Bangkok yesterday.
Ministry admits missing Thais are probably dead
The two Thais missing after the terrorist attacks in the United States are probably dead, the Foreign Ministry acknowledged yesterday for the first time.
Taleban losing grip as ex-king prepares for return
The Taleban's days in power appeared numbered yesterday as it loosened its iron tight rule in three provinces in a dramatic move to quash growing support for ousted king Mohammad Zahir Shah.
`No need' to follow any reduction by US
Thai policymakers have ruled out any plans to cut interest rates, saying current rates are appropriate given the current environment.
Swissair considers rescue options
Swissair Group was considering a partial rescue bid by Switzerland's top two banks yesterday to keep parts of the cash-strapped flag carrier flying. It also warned that its flight schedule in the next few days would depend on the outcome of the rescue talks.
Lenders seek alternatives to Cemex
The planned takeover of TPI Polene Plc by Cemex of Mexico is on hold following a decision by creditors to consider proposals offered by other multinational cement companies.
Trade centre tower work can restart
Construction of the World Trade Centre's 63-storey office tower can go ahead after the Central Bankruptcy Court's dismissal of a case filed by Siam Commercial Bank against its debtor, World Trade Tower Bangkok Co.
Behind the scenes Mom Kamla Yukol Executive producer of `Suriyothai'
On screen, the epic Suriyothai highlights efforts by women to shape their future and that of those around them. Behind the scenes, a large part of the grandiose film also involved very much the hard work and determination of a woman _ Mom Kamla Yukol.
The broad, majestic Mekong
In compliance with the government's plan to increase this year's tourism revenues, Ubon Ratchathani is one of many destinations in Isan which is working very hard to help promote tourism in the Northeast.
Wooden sanctuary
If you've had enough of Pattaya's nightlife, beat a path to the Sanctuary of Truth to calm your mind with exotic art.
From the gate it looks like a neglected complex behind a tall wall, but visitors will be intrigued by the large logs
Driving
force for equality
Some words strike dread into
a woman. They can stop her brain from functioning and make
her hands start sweating. Language like "eight cylinder engine",
"lubrication circuit", and "hydraulic valve tappets". Cars
come loaded with mechanical jargon, which is frequently unfathomable
for non-technical men, let alone women.
Where
to find wise counsel
Pattanadesh Asasappakij, president
of the Thai Automotive Journalists Association, is a regular
contributor to car magazines, newspapers and women's publications.
He also works as a broadcaster for three radio programmes
that air in the evening from Monday to Friday, as well as
a TV presenter on Sunday nights.
