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Arsenal sinks struggling Liverpool on late penalty to retake top standings spot

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Arsenal sinks struggling Liverpool on late penalty to retake top standings spot

Arsenal sinks struggling Liverpool on late penalty to retake top standings spot

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

THE NATION

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka scored twice, including a late winning penalty, as the hosts beat Liverpool 3-2 in a pulsating Premier League clash to send the Gunners back to the top of the table at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday (October 9).

Arsenal opened the scoring after 58 seconds, Gabriel Martinelli sweeping home a perfect pass from captain Martin Odegaard, but Liverpool grew into the game and Darwin Nunez levelled in the 34th minute.
 

There was a lengthy break midway through the first half as Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold received treatment for an ankle injury sustained in a tangle with Martinelli, and the England defender had to be replaced by Joe Gomez at halftime.

By then Arsenal were back in front, sweeping forward on the counter-attack as Martinelli turned provider, whipping the ball across the box for Saka to poke home a simple finish in first-half stoppage time.

Odegaard missed a golden opportunity to increase Arsenal’s lead after the break and two minutes later Liverpool’s Diogo Jota found Firmino with a perfectly weighted through ball for the Brazilian to slot across Aaron Ramsdale and into the net.

Arsenal came blazing back and a wild series of shots and blocks ended in a penalty when Liverpool’s Thiago Alcantara was adjudged to have fouled Gabriel Jesus and Saka made no mistake from the spot to put his side 3-2 up in the 76th minute.

It was enough to seal a win that takes Arsenal back into first place on 24 points, one ahead of second-placed Manchester City after nine games.

Liverpool’s disappointing start to the season continued, and their second league defeat leaves them in 10th spot on 10 points from eight games.

Arsenal sinks struggling Liverpool on late penalty to retake top standings spot

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was delighted with how his side responded to Liverpool’s repeated comebacks.

“The threat that they have in any moment, they can open you up and they can exploit the spaces. I think they were very efficient the chances that they had,” he said

“But I think we showed a lot of composure and character in difficult moments to overcome them, especially the way we played in the second half,” he added.

Liverpool, in 10th place with 10 points after eight games, are enduring their worst start of Klopp’s seven-year reign and with second-placed Manchester City set to visit Anfield next Sunday, there is little time to put things right.

Arsenal sinks struggling Liverpool on late penalty to retake top standings spot

“We don’t have to look yet at the table but we know where we are without looking at it, so we are not done,” Klopp said after his side’s second defeat of the season.

Those two losses and four draws have left Liverpool trailing in the wake of Arsenal and City and though Klopp is frustrated by his side’s slow start, he is not looking for excuses.

“This game (against Arsenal) is gone now, we cannot just accept a situation and say it’s just not happening or whatever, we’re not kids,” he explained.

“We did a lot of good things, scored two really nice goals and played really good stuff against the team in form in the league, because we are probably the team not in form in the league.”

Klopp’s side face a quick turnaround as they visit Rangers in the Champions League in midweek before welcoming City and their free-scoring striker Erling Haaland to Merseyside next weekend.

Asked what he would be doing to lift his side ahead of those two matches Klopp said he would be getting back to basics.

“Working, talking, thinking probably first, and then talking to the boys, and then coaching them and helping them, and then we go again,” he said.

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No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

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No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Tasty food with less salt is possible, says chef Edward Chong, who helms the kitchen of Peach Blossoms, a Cantonese restaurant at Singapore’s Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay.

Even before the Health Promotion Board urged Singaporeans to opt for lower-sodium alternatives last month, the 39-year-old executive chef had already been using less salt in his cooking.

He reckons that, over two years, he has managed to reduce his use of table salt by up to 80 per cent.

“Being careful about the use of salt allows me to better express the inherent flavours of other products and ingredients,” he says.

This does not mean serving up bland dishes, he is quick to add. Instead, he draws flavour from high-quality natural ingredients.

Last year, he came up with a kombu stock so flavourful that, when he uses it for dishes such as abalone porridge, he does not need to add salt.

He shared the stock recipe, which calls for dried scallops, dried whelk and kombu from Japan, with his wife. The natural umami means she needs less salt and soya sauce when using the stock for dishes such as mee hoon kueh and steamed fish.

Chef Chong says his wife wants their two sons, aged 16 and 13, to eat more healthily but the flavour still matters.

According to dietitians, the recommended daily sodium limit is 2,000mg, equivalent to one teaspoon (5g) of salt.

Peach Blossoms chef Edward Chong has managed to reduce his use of table salt by up to 80 per cent over two years. ST PHOTO: HEDY KHOO

Taste buds can be retrained to enjoy low-sodium food, says Ong Li Jiuen, 43, head of dietetics at Changi General Hospital.

She suggests trying the taste re-adaptation challenge for a month: Choose food with lower-sodium content and have more home-cooked meals with less salt or seasoning. Use fresh ingredients such as vegetables for flavour. The taste buds will adjust, she says, and develop less tolerance for salt.

Cooking at home is ideal because you can cut the amount of salt by using alternatives such as lemon juice and garlic, says Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, president of the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association.

Dr Bhaskaran, who also heads Temasek Polytechnic’s Glycemic Index Research Unit, suggests leaner cuts of meat as another option to amp up the flavour while reducing the fat.

Herbs and spices boost flavour too. Siew Yu Yao, 27, a dietitian at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, suggests using curry leaves, bay leaves, cumin seeds, ginger, garlic, shallot and coriander.

Stand-ins for salt

No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

1. Celery

Celery contains vitamins A and C and is a good source of minerals and antioxidants. Its leaves and stems add fragrance and sweetness to dishes.

2. Tomato

Tomatoes have an antioxidant called lycopene and is a rich source of folate and vitamins C and K. Thanks to their full and “meaty” flavour, which comes from a heavy load of glutamates, tomatoes are used in condiments such as ketchup and pasta sauces.

3. Corn

A good source of vitamin B1 and dietary fibre, corn adds sweetness to dishes such as soups with its sucrose and umami flavour.

4. Onion

Packed with vitamins, flavonoids and phytochemicals, onions have a high glutamate content, which makes them tasty.

5. Carrot

Carrots can be eaten raw as well as stir-fried or simmered in soups. This versatile vegetable adds sweetness and colour to dishes.

No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

6. Mushrooms

Bursting with B vitamins, folate, minerals and antioxidants essential for a strong immune system, mushrooms contain glutamate and bring a strong earthy aroma to dishes. Both fresh or dried mushrooms impart flavour, but the glutamate is more concentrated in dried mushrooms, giving them more umami.

7. Spices

Ground cumin, coriander, turmeric and garam masala have an unmistakable aroma and flavour. These spices work well in marinades and curries.

But exercise care with garam masala. Dr Bhaskaran notes that the salt content of the spice blend can vary across brands, and some have a considerable amount of sodium, from 146mg to 765mg of sodium a teaspoon. So, check the nutrition information panel and choose a blend with no added salt or zero sodium or salt content.

8. Yoghurt

Some recipes call for salt as a tenderiser, but yoghurt works just as well – and contains less sodium. The tanginess of yoghurt also adds complexity to dishes. A multi-purpose pantry staple, it can also be used to replace coconut milk in curries and mayonnaise in dressings.

9. Lime juice

A natural flavour enhancer, lime juice has minimal sodium. The zesty sourness helps to dial down the fishiness of seafood. Other than a marinade, it can be used for salad dressings and dipping sauces.

No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet

10. Low-sodium salt, sauces and seasoning

For a product to be classified as low sodium, it must have less than 120mg of sodium per 100g.

If a product has a “no added salt” or “unsalted” label, the ingredient list should not have any sodium chloride, sodium compounds, or any ingredient containing added sodium chloride or other sodium compounds.

11. Dried seafood

Kombu (dried sea kelp), dried scallops and dried whelk impart umami flavours. When a dish has well-balanced and complex layers of natural flavours, there is less need for salt to improve the taste or cover the gaminess of meat.

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Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

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Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

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Ayutthaya residents braved floods and took boats to make merit at a temple for the end of the rains retreat (Wan Auk Phansa) on Monday.

Flooding from the nearby Chao Phraya River has left Wat Ban Phat in Bang Pa-in district under 1.50 metres of water.

Wooden walkways have been built from the temple’s gateway and living quarters to give worshippers and monks access to its assembly hall.

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

The surrounding neighbourhood is also underwater but locals are taking boats and braving the swollen river to make merit at the temple on the opposite bank. Among them are elderly worshippers seen making their way with difficulty across the temple walkway to the hall.

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

Samlee Chanthongbai, 66, lives in a house atop stilts located opposite the temple. She said her home is perched two metres above ground but floodwaters have almost reached the floor.

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

She added that she usually rows across the river to make merit at the temple for several days each year. However, flooding is so heavy this year that she has decided to risk making merit on only one day while giving Wan Auk Phansa a miss.

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

The water level in Bang Pa-in is rising continuously after flow through the Chao Phraya Dam in Chain Nat was increased to 3,113 cubic metres per second following weeks of heavy rain and runoff.

Ayutthaya residents brave floods to make merit at end of rains retreat

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Strengthen your brand with NFT

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Strengthen your brand with NFT

Strengthen your brand with NFT

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Nowadays, when discussing digital business trends, we believe that many entrepreneurs are interested in implementing NFT for their own brands since NFT is considered relatively new and is constantly growing.

If one could understand and utilize NFT properly, it would effectively boost the advantages for brands in this digital economy.

Let’s get to know NFT through this article, along with its benefits that different brands can apply to their business, and we will also look at some of the interesting ones.

What is an NFT?

NFT stands for Non-Fungible Token, which refers to “tokens with unique characteristics,” making NFTs incapable of being used interchangeably.

Like Bitcoin or Ether (Ethereum), NFT is a type of digital asset created on a blockchain, but it differs from Bitcoin in that Bitcoin is a fungible asset without unique characteristics. Therefore, each bitcoin holds equal value and can be used interchangeably.
Since NFT serves as a representation of unique items such as artworks, videos, music, real estate, and collectables, such unique assets are represented through digital tokens, allowing them to be scarce in quantity, just as Bitcoin and blockchain were developed to create scarcity in digital currencies.


Benefits of NFT for Marketing

As mentioned in the first part of the article, NFT technology can effectively help develop marketing strategies for different brands, if used appropriately. We will take a look at the benefits of NFT for marketing purposes, which can be divided into sections with use cases as follows.

Strengthen your brand with NFT

1.NFT as collectible

Because NFT creators can determine the quantity or rarity of their NFTs, they can create NFTs with special features such that customers or fans can collect them by participating in certain activities, for instance, an offline Meet & Greet with a scannable QR code, purchasing their products above a specified value, or even winning a lucky draw. Once they receive the NFTs, they can simply resell them within the fandom in addition to collecting them.

For example, a global soft drink brand like Pepsi created its own NFT collection under the name “The Mic Drop” to show off the brand’s strength as a leader in music and Pop culture. This, therefore, gave birth to the NFT collection of microphone artworks that integrate the various flavours of the drink for fans to collect.

2. Help modernize the brand image

Even if the brand sells everyday products like food, medicine, or appliances that are seemingly unrelated to the digital system, it can still project a more modern brand image by simply releasing its NFT collections for customers to collect, and these tokens can be tied to privileges like discounts, collecting points, etc. This approach would effectively attract customers of the new generation.
 
For instance, Taco Bell, a Mexican fast food franchise, was one of the first companies to enter the NFT circle, with the collection of Taco NFTs launching in March 2021. The response was overwhelming, and the NFTs were sold out in less than half an hour. On top of that, some items were resold for as much as $180,000.

Strengthen your brand with NFT

3. Keep as a memory

Have you ever had to keep your physical ticket to your favourite artist’s concert or a major sporting match as a good memory to look back on in the future? However, with NFT nowadays, not only can it be stored digitally in the wallet, but even if the ticket issuer closes down their business, the NFT would still be stored in the blockchain and never disappear.
 
For example, an American football league like the NFL partnered with Ticketmaster to issue NFT tickets as an exclusive giveaway to American football fans who watched over 100 matches in the 2022 season.

What to consider when using NFT for Marketing

The following are the steps that business owners must take in order to implement NFT for their brand: 

1.Define the target audience

Customers who are likely to be interested in NFTs can be divided into three major groups for targeting:

1.1 Collector – This group frequently buys to collect for personal liking and may keep the NFTs in the long run without reselling or with an extremely low chance of reselling. They tend to purchase the NFTs of their interest via platforms like Bitkub NFT, OpenSea, Looksrare, etc.

1.2 Creator – Because this group is also a creator or an artist themselves, they may wish to purchase the NFT works in order to establish connections, and they typically have a fan base who supports them, so it is also an opportunity for them to help enhance awareness of the brand’s NFT.

1.3 Investor – This group is likely to represent the majority of the target audience since this group seeks to speculate on profits in both the short and long term. Though, the purchasing power will also vary from low to high.

2.Communication channels

Nowadays, the best way for brands to promote the existence of their NFTs to their target audiences is inevitably through various social media platforms, each with its own unique target audiences and strengths. The platforms of interest are as follows:
 
2.1 Facebook – The survey found that 86% of Thai internet users aged 18 – 29 use Facebook, which can be considered the main channel most entrepreneurs would use to communicate with Thai people. In addition, Facebook has various fan pages and NFT-related groups, such as the Bittoon page, NFT and Crypto Art Thailand group, etc.

2.2 Instagram – IG stands out in that it focuses on presenting content through photos or artworks, making it ideal for promoting NFTs, which are artworks. Moreover, the survey found that 83% of users tend to use IG to seek out new products and services.

2.3 Twitter – Twitter is a perfect channel for spreading news quickly. You can better target people who are likely to be interested in NFTs by using hashtags such as #NFTs, #OpenSea, #nftart, #NFTTHAILAND, #NFTthai, etc.

2.4 Discord / Reddit / Telegram – These platforms are similar to web boards, where users can open forums to discuss their topics of interest, and there are also exclusive rooms or groups for people who share common interests, like how Reddit has related Subreddit like r/NFT, r/NFTExchange, etc.

3. Content creation

Once you have defined your target audience and selected a communication channel, the next step is to create content to promote your brand’s NFT, from the getting-to-know stage up to the post-purchase, as follows:

3.1 Trigger & Awareness – Initially, the target audience is not yet familiar with the brand’s NFT, hence, the appropriate content would first establish an understanding and knowledge of the NFT, such as what it is and how it can be traded.

3.2 Consideration – Once the customer has an understanding of NFT, the next step is to begin creating content related to a brand’s NFT specifically. This could be a social media post outlining the advantages and distinctive points of their NFT.

3.3 Conversion – After the customer is aware of the brand’s NFT products, the following step is to encourage their buying decisions. The brand can create content comparing their NFT to other companies’ NFTs or organize an AMA so that customers who still have doubts can ask directly from the expert, etc.

 3.4 Delight & Awareness – Once the customer has decided to purchase the NFT, the brand should consider expressing gratitude to the customer. This could be a thank-you email, and after-sales services, such as organizing special events for NFT holders to make them feel like buying that NFT was worthwhile, should also be considered.

Summary

NFT is still in its infancy and is gaining attention from business owners across the world who seek to apply it to their brands. NFT can offer brands the benefit of being a digital collectable for fans or keeping as a good memory, and it can also enhance the brand image to appear more modern in the eyes of the new generation.

However, before implementing NFT for your brands, it is crucial for entrepreneurs to have a good understanding of the first, together with a proper marketing strategy, to fully exploit the potential of NFT.

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OMG! There’s a new smartphone charging cable that can steal all your data

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OMG! There’s a new smartphone charging cable that can steal all your data

OMG! There’s a new smartphone charging cable that can steal all your data

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

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Be careful where you plug your phone in, because now there’s a new charging cable that can steal all your passwords and banking information stored on your smartphone.

The cable, dubbed O.MG after the creator’s initials and textspeak for “oh my God”, is designed for both Android and iOS smartphones.

Jessada Denduangboripant, a Chulalongkorn University science lecturer, said these cables have a tiny microchip installed that will collect and transmit all data typed by the user to the hacker. Data can also be stolen from computers if the cable is plugged in.

The O.MG cable was revealed at the world’s largest hacking convention, DEF CON, by its developer Mike Grover, who said he can access a plugged-in device up to 90 metres away, and even further if the cable is linked up to a wireless network.

Jessada, meanwhile, explained the cable allows the hacker full access to the device, allowing him or her to open applications, steal passwords or download viruses or malware.

Though the cable is not too widely available as it is still expensive at US$180, it can be acquired by professional hackers who want to attack a high-priority target.

OMG! There’s a new smartphone charging cable that can steal all your data

Hence, Jessada said, the best way to protect your data and information is to avoid connecting to suspicious Wi-Fi networks or using charging cables that have been lying around.

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Deloitte plans higher investment in Southeast Asia amid rapid growth in region

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Deloitte plans higher investment in Southeast Asia amid rapid growth in region

Deloitte plans higher investment in Southeast Asia amid rapid growth in region

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Nongluck Ajanapanya

Leading professional consulting firm Deloitte is planning to invest more than usual in Southeast Asia to support the region’s rapid growth.

Deloitte’s chief executive officer for Asia Pacific, David Hill, said during an exclusive interview with The Nation that the Deloitte World Meeting in Rome in late September had approved a major investment to scale Southeast Asia, including markets in Thailand, Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

“We normally invest 7-8 per cent of revenue in this region. On top of that, we recently announced a $225-million scale investment in Southeast Asia for at least the next five years,” Hill stated.

The goal of this movement is to build Deloitte’s capability on the ground in Southeast Asia in order to win and deliver company services to clients seamlessly. It will also serve as an announcement for talent in Thailand and its neighbouring countries, ensuring that Deloitte is the employer of choice in every market in this region.

“The funding will come from both Deloitte Southeast Asia and Deloitte Global. We are committing to this region because we believe it is important,” Hill noted.

He explained that the Southeast Asia region will be 100 per cent more engaged in the global economy. Most developing countries in this region are becoming developed, which increases the need for professional services.

“Many major global institutions are moving and coming into the Southeast Asia region for reasons such as supply chain. Malaysia and the Philippines are relevant for chain services, Vietnam for manufacturing and supply chain, and Thailand for emerging technology such as blockchain and the financial services industry,” Hill pointed out.

He added that Southeast Asia has a growing population, a growing economy, a maturing professional services sector, and is a neutral region in terms of current geopolitical dynamics.

Furthermore, the region remains a source of low-cost operations with high-quality infrastructure, such as 5G connectivity, multilingual talent, and a wealth of resources.

Hill stated that Deloitte, which was recently named the No. 1 professional services firm in Asia Pacific and globally, will use its resources, knowledge, and technology to help the business navigate digital transformation, cloud migration, truly embracing all the abundant data, applying all appropriate technology to build digital twins, and optimising performance.
 

Deloitte plans higher investment in Southeast Asia amid rapid growth in regionBesides, he stated that Deloitte will continue to provide its services to clients and their people in frictionless sustainable ways to serve the environment, social, and green (ESG) business trend.

“My objective is to ensure that our clients receive a seamless experience across Asia Pacific. It means it would be easiest for our clients to work with Deloitte across the region. And then for our people, to give them more opportunities to live and work across the region, particularly as we move into a post-Covid environment,” Hill added.

Deloitte currently operates in 150 countries and at more than 750 locations worldwide, employing over 345,000 people, with over 60,000 in Asia Pacific.

Deloitte’s aggregate global revenue for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2022 was US$59.3 billion, a 19.6 per cent increase over fiscal year 2021. In seven years, Deloitte’s revenue has increased by $24 billion, or 69 per cent.

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BDMS and Minor Hotels join hands to prepare for expected rapid growth in wellness tourism

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BDMS and Minor Hotels join hands to prepare for expected rapid growth in wellness tourism

BDMS and Minor Hotels join hands to prepare for expected rapid growth in wellness tourism

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Nongluck Ajanapanya

BDMS Wellness Clinic has collaborated with Minor Hotels to launch BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, with the goal of adding value to Thailand’s tourism industry through professional holistic wellness.

Dr Tanupol Virunhagarun, chief executive officer of BDMS Wellness Clinic, stated at a press conference on Monday that following the Covid-19 pandemic, people are more aware and prioritising preventive measures to improve their wellness and longevity. These needs drive medical and wellness tourism demand from tourists all over the world.

“It is regarded as the future of Thailand’s medical tourism industry, which is rapidly expanding. The trend is expected to continue once borders reopen following Covid-19. As a specialist in preventive and personalised medicine, BDMS Wellness Clinic recognises the sector’s growth potential and has decided to collaborate with Minor Hotels,” Tanupol said.

Thailand’s wellness tourism industry will experience rapid growth in the coming years, he said, citing a recent survey that found Thailand to be the second most popular medical tourist destination in the world, behind Australia.

“This newly opened Preventive Health Care Centre is providing ways in which guests can feel connected to nature while receiving counselling and medical services from a professional team,” Tanupol added.

Minor International Plc chairman William E Heinecke expressed confidence in Thailand’s medical and wellness tourism’s exponential growth.

He emphasised that this type of tourism is a global mega-trend. According to McKensy, the overall value of wellness tourism is US$1.5 trillion. It is expected to grow by 5-10 per cent per year from now on.

According to a recent research, “The Global Wellness Economy: Looking beyond COVID-19”, conducted by the Global Wellness Institute GWI), the growth of global wellness tourism is expected to be worth $7 trillion by 2025. Thailand will be the third country to be spotlighted on GWI’s “Geography of Wellness” microsite.

BDMS and Minor Hotels join hands to prepare for expected rapid growth in wellness tourism“The Covid-19 pandemic raised an alarm for health-conscious people as well as tourists. More consumers became more interested in preventive measures and in incorporating wellness into their lifestyles. Hence wellness tourists spent more time and more money per trip than the typical domestic tourist,” said Heinecke.

He insisted that Minor Hotels already recognises the increasing importance of wellness tourism or health tourism. Therefore, this is the right time for the collaboration between BDMS Wellness Clinic and Minor Hotels in launching BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort.

“I hope that this kind of collaboration will provide a new combination model for tourism business. We do have a plan to join BDMS to open this kind of centre in Phuket in the future,” said Heinecke.
 

“With BDMS’s expertise in healthcare, preventive medicine and personalised medicine, combined with prime location and the relaxing atmosphere of our hotel, we have confidence that our health-conscious guests will be touched by true wellness and these challenges will surely provide many opportunities to all parties involved,” Heinecke said.

Minor Hotels is one of Thailand’s largest hotel operators with over 535 hotels and over 75,000 guest rooms under its umbrella.

Once the Covid-19 virus is under control and borders are cautiously reopened, all areas of health and wellness tourism will soon be welcoming foreign wellness tourists, demonstrating Thailand’s resilience to the world, Tanupol said.

He expects this collaboration will encourage other stakeholders to participate in and invest in the country’s medical and wellness tourism.

Thailand is the ideal destination for wellness tourism for a number of reasons. He insisted that Thailand truly shines thanks to its plentiful food, stunning tourist attractions, highly qualified medical professionals, state-of-the-art medical technology, and first-rate amenities in hospitality services.
 

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Malaysian Parliament dissolved to make way for general elections

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Malaysian Parliament dissolved to make way for general elections

Malaysian Parliament dissolved to make way for general elections

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Malaysia’s King Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has consented to the dissolution of Parliament, Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said.

In a special televised announcement, the PM said on Monday that Parliament will be dissolved to make way for the 15th general election to be held within 60 days.

“I had an audience with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on Sunday afternoon. He consented to the dissolution of Parliament on Monday in accordance with Articles 40(2)(b) and 55(2) of the Federal Constitution,” he said.

The king recommended that the heads of the state except for Sabah, Sarawak, Melaka and Johor take the necessary action to dissolve their respective state assemblies so state polls can be held on the same date as the general elections.

It is reported that Penang, Kedah, Selangor and Negri Sembilan have refused to hold state polls concurrently with the general elections if they are held this year.

Penang has 13 parliamentary constituencies, Kedah (15), Selangor (22) and Negri Sembilan (eight).

Malaysian Parliament dissolved to make way for general elections

“It should be conducted at the same time to ensure that the rakyat [public] is not burdened, aside from ensuring the smoothness of the democratic process and to save costs,” said Ismail Sabri.

“The dates for nomination and polling as well as other related matters will be decided by the Election Commission.”

Ismail Sabri said that getting the people’s mandate is the best method to ensure political stability and the formation of a solid, stable and respected government.

“The dissolution is being carried out to silence questions of the government’s validity such as claims of a ‘backdoor government’,” he added.

Ismail Sabri said he hopes voters will use their power to choose a government that is able to resume the implementation of the 2023 budget and maintain political stability.

He also said he hopes voters will choose a government that preserves the unity and harmony among different religions, races and ethnicities.

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Kyiv, other Ukraine cities hit as Putin orders revenge for Crimea bridge

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Kyiv, other Ukraine cities hit as Putin orders revenge for Crimea bridge

Kyiv, other Ukraine cities hit as Putin orders revenge for Crimea bridge

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

Russia fired cruise missiles at cities across Ukraine during rush hour on Monday morning, killing civilians and knocking out power and heat, in what President Vladimir Putin declared to be revenge for Ukrainian attacks including on a bridge to Crimea.

The missiles tore into busy intersections, parks and tourist sites in the centre of downtown Kyiv with an intensity not seen since Russian forces tried to capture the capital early in the war.

Explosions were also reported in Lviv, Ternopil and Zhytomyr in western Ukraine, Dnipro and Kremenchuk in central Ukraine, Zaporizhzhia in the south and Kharkiv in the east. Ukrainian officials said at least 10 people were killed and scores injured, and swaths of the country were left without power.

In a televised address, Putin said he had ordered “massive” long-range strikes against Ukrainian energy, command and communication targets, using missiles fired from air, sea and land, in response to what he described as terrorist attacks, including Saturday’s explosion at the Kerch Strait bridge.

“The Kyiv regime, with its actions, has put itself on the same level as international terrorist organisations. With the most odious groups. To leave such acts without a response is simply impossible,” Putin said, threatening more strikes in future if Ukraine hits Russian territory.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Monday’s rush hour attacks were deliberately timed to kill people as well as to knock out Ukraine’s power grid. His prime minister said 11 major infrastructure targets were hit in eight regions, leaving swaths of the country with no power, water or heat.

Kyiv, other Ukraine cities hit as Putin orders revenge for Crimea bridge
Kyiv, other Ukraine cities hit as Putin orders revenge for Crimea bridge

Germany said a building housing its consulate in Kyiv had been hit in Monday’s strike, though it had not been used since the war started on Feb. 24. The European Union condemned Monday’s “barbaric and cowardly attacks” on Ukraine, among a chorus of denunciations from Western countries.

By mid-morning, Ukraine’s defence ministry said Russia had fired 81 cruise missiles, and Ukraine’s air defences had shot down 43 of them.

Zelenskiy later filmed a video message on a mobile phone on an empty central Kyiv street. He said the strikes had two main targets: energy infrastructure and people.

“Such a time and such targets were specially chosen to cause as much damage as possible,” he said.

Prime Minister Denys Shmygal promised to restore utilities as quickly as possible. 

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba tweeted: “Putin’s only tactic is a terror on peaceful Ukrainian cities, but he will not break Ukraine down. This is also his response to all appeasers who want to talk with him about peace: Putin is a terrorist who talks with missiles.”

Indian security forces foil bid to smuggle mobile phones to Bangladesh

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Indian security forces foil bid to smuggle mobile phones to Bangladesh

Indian security forces foil bid to smuggle mobile phones to Bangladesh

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022

India’s Border Security Force (BSF) on October 8 seized 317 mobile phones that were found floating in the Pagla River near the eastern border with Bangladesh in a suspected smuggling attempt.


The seizure was made by the troops of 70th Battalion under South Bengal Frontier.

In a statement, the BSF said that on the basis of information received from intelligence sources, the troops noticed that some plastic packages, tied to banana stems, were floating in the Pagla River towards Bangladesh.

Vigilant security personnel immediately acted on the info and ferreted the packages out of the river. The packages contained 317 pieces of mobile phones of different companies with an estimated total value of 3.88 million rupees (1.78 million baht). The seized goods were handed over to the Police Station English Bazar for further legal action.

The Commanding Officer of the 70 Battalion stated that the BSF is taking strict measures to prevent smuggling along the India-Bangladesh Border. As a result, the people involved in activities like smuggling are experiencing a lot of difficulties and some of them are getting apprehended as well.

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