Amid the escalating PM2.5 crisis that continues to severely impact public health, air pollution has become a critical public health concern. At the recent Techsauce Healthspan Festival 2026, Thailand’s largest health ecosystem event, Daikin Industries (Thailand) Ltd. presented its vision as a leader in air solutions. Daikin emphasized that achieving long-term health and longevity (Healthspan) begins with the “air” we breathe every second.Unveiling the Hidden Risks of Indoor Pollution and Introducing the “IAQ Star” StandardDuring the session titled “Surviving Under the Shadow of PM2.5: Healthspan and Air Quality,” Mr. Itthi Poovarawong, Manager of Research &Development Division, highlighted a critical issue.…
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The regional heat roadmap, published by nonprofit Asean Centre for Energy (ACE), projected that fast-growing cities across Southeast Asia will endure “unprecedented” warming trends that could push infrastructure, health systems, and economies to their limits.By 2050, Southeast Asian cities could face between 85 and 120 days each year with temperatures above 35°C, the study found. Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, is expected to bear the brunt of this trend, with its average temperature projected to reach 38.1°C.This level of sustained heat will significantly heighten health risks like heatstroke, heat exhaustion, difficulty in sleeping, as well as socioeconomic impacts such as increased household expenses and…
Despite tensions in the Middle East easing following a two-week ceasefire, hotel bookings and projected international tourist arrivals remain lower than in previous years.Thailand Director at Asia Group Advisors, Notachard Chintakanond, shares his insights on how the country can revitalise tourism and the economy amid persistent global uncertainties.Chairman of the Singapore-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Country Director of Dawn Shipping, Robin Loh, analyses disruptions to global shipping routes and Thailand’s competitiveness.The Next Move, where we connect markets, government policies, and regional insights to map out Thailand’s next move. The Nation’s business show, The Next Move, hosted by Franc Han…
Interferry, the association representing the ferry industry worldwide, invites industry leaders and innovators to submit presentation proposals for Interferry2026, its 50th Annual Conference, which will be hosted by Chao Phraya Express Boat in Bangkok, October 31 – November 4, 2026. This golden jubilee gathering marks a half-century of industry collaboration and will take place in the heart of Thailand’s vibrant capital, directly on the waters of the Chao Phraya, the ‘River of Kings’.Under the theme ‘Stronger Than Ever… Together’, the conference program will focus on the power of collective action and shared knowledge in navigating the evolving maritime landscape. Stakeholders…
I’ve just spent seven weeks in Thailand, including three in Bangkok, and I’ve been saying for the past five years that the city has one of the most (if not the most) exciting food scenes in the world. After eight visits, I’ve seen it shift dramatically. Post-Covid, there’s been a real change in the midrange of Bangkok dining, as chefs from some of the city’s best fine dining restaurants began launching pop-ups, supper clubs and more casual concepts. That premium-casual space, places offering a full 360-degree experience across branding, interiors, food and hospitality, barely existed before, especially in the Thai…
Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announced that it has officially begun sales of its locally assembled Xforce SUV in Malaysia, after pre-orders exceeded the company’s initial target of 2,000 sales in the last two months.The XForce is a five-seater compact SUV developed under Mitsubishi’s ‘best-suited buddy for an exciting life’ concept. It has been launched progressively in markets across South-east Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa over the last few years, starting with Indonesia in November 2023.Mitsubishi’s local subsidiary, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), is responsible for distributing the XForce alongside other key models such as the Xpander MPV and…
He shared how he was first drawn to designer toys such as Bearbrick and Labubu for their cute and stylish appeal.WHETHER you are a dedicated collector or a cynical observer, you have likely heard of the furry dolls that became a global sensation last year: Labubu.With a quick online search, these quirky figures can be found retailing anywhere from RM55 to RM4,000, depending on their rarity and market demand.For one Malaysian, however, this hobby has turned into a financial crisis, leaving him with RM200,000 in debt.In an anonymous post shared on Facebook, the collector described how he was initially drawn…
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Dhaka: The Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign has been extended to 2027, said Mohd Shuhada Othman, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Bangladesh, while speaking during a networking dinner organized by Tourism Malaysia and Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) at InterContinental Dhaka on Wednesday, April 8. The high commissioner added, in 2025, Malaysia recorded a total of 42,196,892 international visitor arrivals, including 281,492 visitors from Bangladesh. This represents a significant increase of 82.1 per cent compared to the previous year, reflecting strong demand and continued recovery in this market. In terms of connectivity, there are currently 41 direct weekly flights between Dhaka…
Home » Latest Travel News » China Joins Japan, Malaysia, India, South Korea, Singapore and Others as Thailand Songkran Travel Expects Over One Million Travelers This Year with DMK Offering Complete Fast and Hassle-Free Airport Experience Amid Inbound Tourism Boom Published on April 9, 2026 Image generated with Ai China, Japan, Malaysia, India, South Korea, Singapore, and neighboring ASEAN countries are driving Thailand Songkran Travel to exceed 1.06 million passengers and more than 6,500 flights at Don Mueang International Airport between April 10 and 19, 2026. This increase reflects a measurable rise in Asia-Pacific travel demand during seasonal…