PSV Eindhoven head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy insisted on Tuesday he was “relaxed” over the transfer speculation which surrounds one of his club’s brightest prospects – Cody Gakpo.
Gakpo has been linked with a move to Manchester United, as boss Erik ten Hag continues his rebuild of the Old Trafford club.
PSV can book their place in the UEFA Champions League group stages with a victory over Scottish outfit and last season’s UEFA Europa League finalists Rangers, after the play-off first leg ended in an eventful 2-2 draw at Ibrox Stadium last week.
But PSV will not face Rangers forward Alfredo Morelos, who has been omitted from Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s squad because of concerns over the Colombian’s fitness and attitude – a decision which van Nistelrooy felt would not have the “biggest influence” on Wednesday’s match.
PSV Eindhoven trained on Tuesday on the eve of the second leg of their UEFA Champions League play-off at home to Rangers.
The tie is all square after a 2-2 draw in the first leg at Ibrox.
Cody Gakpo has been linked with a move to Manchester United
One Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee will meet strawweight queen Xiong Jing Nan for the third time in the main event of One Fight Night 2: Xiong v Lee III on 30 September at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
The epic rivalry between two of the promotion’s most impressive female athletes has needed a trilogy match for some time now, so fans are excited with the news that was announced by One earlier this week.
The two world champions first met at One: A New Era in March 2019, when “Unstoppable” challenged Xiong’s strawweight throne. The enthralling battle looked up in the air for most of the first four rounds, but “The Panda” mounted a sharp comeback in the fifth to finish Lee and retain the gold.
When they met for the second time the following October, it was Lee’s turn to put her gold on the line. In a bout that truly marked this rivalry as one for the ages, the action once again got taken into the fifth round. And with almost poetic justice, it was “Unstoppable” who earned the win when she sank in a rear-naked choke on Xiong with just 12 seconds remaining.
Since then, both athletes have gone on to become even bigger stars.
“The Panda” has defended her world title three times, scoring unanimous decision victories over Ayaka “Zombie” Miura, Tiffany “No Chill” Teo, and Michelle Nicolini.
Lee, on the other hand, retained her crown against Stamp Fairtex this past March at One X. The main-event victory marked the first time “Unstoppable” had been in the Circle since her last fight with Xiong, as she took time off to start a family.
Who will pull out ahead in this epic rivalry will be the topic of much discussion for the next six weeks, but fans are guaranteed a barnburner when this trilogy bout goes down.
In the meantime, One 160: Ok v Lee II, the organization’s upcoming event, will broadcast live on AIS Play at 6:30 p.m. Indochina Time (ICT) on Friday, 26 August. The main card will follow on AIS Play at 7:30 p.m. ICT. Thairath TV 32 will cut into the broadcast at 9:30 p.m. CT.
Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra Foundation – in collaboration with B. Grimm and the Tourist Authority of Thailand – presents two exceptionally gifted protégés of legendary concert pianist Martha Argerich on August 26 at 7:30pm in the Main Hall of the Thailand Cultural Centre.
Sylvia Thereza (born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and Theodosia Ntokou (born in Rhodes, Greece) will give a duo performance of Mozart’s delightful Concerto for Two Piano No. 10 in E-flat major K.365.
Sylvia Thereza initially caught the attention of the musical métier in Brazil, and continued studies with two great figures of the South American tradition, Maria da Penha and Myrian Dauelsberg, a disciple of Villa-Lobos. Her rare ability was soon also noticed in the USA, where she received sponsorship to study with the Russian pianist Bella Davidovich in New York, and later in Belgium with Alan Weiss at the Masters Program of Leuven University.
Theodosia Ntokou studied at Athens National Conservatory with Aris Garufalis, who she refers to as “The Professor who built her character…” She then continued studies at the Universität der Künste in Berlin, simultaneously receiving her Postgraduate Degree from the Franz Liszt Academy of Budapest. Theodosia liewise relocated to the USA, where she completed her Master’s degree with Russian pianist Oxana Yablonskaya, and attended the prestigious University of Hartford in Connecticut.
Conducted by RBSO Music Director Michel Tilkin, this concert also features two original works by highly respected living Thai composers – Suriya from Devas Suite by Vanich Potavanich, and The Glorious Kingdom Symphony by Narongrit Dhamabutra.
The Royal Thai Embassy in the Hague, together with the Department of Agricultural Extension and the Queen Sirikit Department of Sericulture, have collaboratively organized the Exquisite Thai Fabrics Event on August 13, 2022 from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Thailand Pavilion at the International Horticultural Expo (EXPO 2022 Floriade Almere).
The event aims to support the royal intention of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother in conserving traditional Thai textiles and promoting silk weaving careers for Thai people, said Mr. Kemkaeng Yutidhammadamrong, Director-General of the Department of Agricultural Extension.
This event also aims at celebrating the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s 90th Birthday Anniversary on August 12, 2022. Thai people in the Netherlands and nearby countries, as well as those with a plan to visit the EXPO 2022 Floriade Almere are kindly invited to wear traditional Thai textiles, when attending the event.
Director-General of the Department of Agricultural Extension also said that the event features a variety of activities to promote and publicize silk and mulberry products of Thailand with a premium quality and certified standards, namely the Commemoration Exhibition, a fashion show of traditional Thai textiles, a demonstration on silk production process, a photography activity with traditional Thai costumes at Sala Thai, video presentations on various topics, including the Queen of Silk, indigo dyeing, weaving of Praewa Kalasin Silk and a demonstration of silk-making workshop.
In addition, the Department of Agricultural Extension and the Queen Sirikit Department of Sericulture have collaboratively arranged an exhibition to dissimilate the traditional knowledge on Thai silk and mulberry products during the Thailand Week event. The exhibition comprises 4 zones of mulberry and silk products to demonstrate the development under the BCG Model and value addition through product standards, namely 1) natural dyed silk threads that are environmental-friendly 2) value added products from mulberry and silk, including mulberry leaf tea, mulberry juice, silk protein cosmetics hygienic mask from silk filament sheet, coffee filters from silk filament sheet, and silk filament sheet 3) 4 types of royally bestowed Peacock Brand silk (gold, silver, blue and green), Isaan Thai silk and silk cocoons, and 4) silk registered as a Geographical Indication (GI), including Chonnabot Mudmee Silk (Khon Kaen Province), Yok Dok Lamphun Silk (Lamphun Province), Mudmee Sin Tin Daeng Silk (Buriram Province), Kalasin Praewa Silk (Kalasin Province), Chok Mae Chaem Silk (Chiang Mai Province), and silk products, such as silk bags, silk shoes and silk blankets.
Director-General of the Department of Agricultural Extension added that tourists visiting the event have been fascinated with the demonstration of Thai arts and culture through unitedly dressing in Thai costumes and Thai silk by Thai people in the Netherlands who participated in the International Horticultural Expo (EXPO 2022 Floriade Almere). Apart from these activities, those who are interested can follow the updates on other interesting activities at the Thailand Pavilion on the Facebook of Department of Agricultural Extension and at https://www.thailandfloriade2022.com. This event will be available until October 9, 2022. Currently, the Thailand Pavilion has attracted more than 219,651 visitors (as of August 12, 2022).
The Dot Property Thailand Awards recognized 30 winners from across the Kingdom with leading developers Raimon Land, SC Asset and Major Development among those to be honored. Celebrations took place at the Park Hyatt Bangkok on August 18 as real estate industry leaders came together to commend the best of the best.
The Thailand real estate market is currently undergoing recovery and recalibration as it moves past the pandemic. This was evident at the sixth annual Dot Property Thailand Awards where the spotlight was placed on winners who are supporting both growth and the evolving needs of home seekers.
“One of the most interesting trends we saw this year is that people looking for property are increasingly end users who have a clear idea of what they want regardless of if they’re searching for a city condominium, suburban housing or real estate in holiday destinations,” Adam Sutcliffe, Dot Property Director, Events and International Markets, states. “This year’s Dot Property Thailand Awards winners have shown the ability to connect with home seekers and deliver projects and services that align with what the market is asking for.”
Raimon Land is a perfect example of these efforts. Residential projects, such as The Estelle Phrom Phong and Tait Sathorn 12, have demonstrated a mastery of Bangkok’s ultracompetitive luxury property market. Meanwhile, One City Centre has proven its credentials in the rapidly changing commercial sector. This outstanding work was celebrated when the firm was presented with the event’s most prestigious honor, Developer of the Year Thailand 2022, in addition to Best Developer Luxury Condominiums.
“Winning Developer of the Year 2022 and Best Developer Luxury Condominiums at the Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022 is an achievement we are extremely proud of. This is validation of our vision to strive and elevate new standards of modern living,” Korn Narongdej, Chief Executive Officer at Raimon Land, stated. “This award also symbolizes the hard work and dedication of everyone at Raimon Land who has contributed to our continued success.”
SC Asset continues to lead the way when it comes to housing with everyone taking note of its performance. The firm was named Best Developer Luxury Housing while Bangkok Boulevard Signature Chaengwattana was selected by the public as Thailand People’s Choice Award for Project of the Year 2022. This was the first time a housing development won the People’s Choice Award.
Developer of The Year Thailand 2022 Raimon Land
Thailand People’s Choice Award for Project of the Year 2022 Bangkok Boulevard Signature Chaengwattana from SC Asset
Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022 developer winners Developers from Bangkok, Phuket, Samui and the Eastern Seaboard were all honored at the Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022. Dynasty Group and LDR Group are repeat winners while the impressive performance of Garden Atlas Development this year saw it named Best Breakthrough Developer Phuket.
Best Developer Luxury Housing – SC Asset
Best Developer Luxury Condominiums – Raimon Land
Best Developer Koh Samui – LDR Group
Best Developer Phuket – Pearl Island Property
Best Developer Eastern Seaboard – Patta Group
Best Boutique Developer – Dynasty Group
Best Breakthrough Housing Developer – Fulcrum Ventures Asia Group
Best Breakthrough Developer Phuket – Garden Atlas Development
Best Mid Range Housing Developer Eastern Seaboard – Garden Ville Home & Property Company
Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022 project winners A number of standout projects were recognized at the Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022. One of the most notable winners was Villa Qabalah from DNA Collection which took home Best Green Villa Development Phuket.
Best Luxury Condominium Bangkok – Muniq Langsuan from Major Development
Best Ultra Luxury Residences Bangkok – Dusit Residences from Vimarn Suriya
Best Housing Development (New Launch) Bangkok – Panara Bangna-Suvarnabhumi from Fulcrum Ventures Asia Group
Best Green Development – Swan Lake Residence Khao Yai from Elysian Development
Best Villa Development Koh Samui – Santi Tara Villas from LDR Group
Best Mixed Use Development Koh Samui – Emerald Bay View from Premium Construction
Best Green Villa Development Phuket – Villa Qabalah from DNA Collection
Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022 design winners Design plays an important role in day-to-day living. Winners in these categories showed unmatched attention to detail and a willingness to think differently.
Best Luxury Villa Architectural Design Phuket – Garden Atlas from Garden Atlas Development
Best Condominium Architectural Design Phuket – The One Naiharn from The One Phuket
Best Residential Lifestyle Design Eastern Seaboard – Arom Jomtien from Colours Development
Best Condominium Architectural Design Chiang Mai – Le Chamonix Chiang Mai from Luxury Chiang Mai Land
Best Affordable Condominium Interior Design Eastern Seaboard – The Ivy Jomtien Beach from Daniel Binks Development
Special Recognition Awards for Architectural Design The Curve from DNA Square Limited
Thailand’s Best Real Estate Agencies 2022 Real estate agencies continue to be a vital link between property buyers and sellers while also providing other indispensable services that support a vibrant property sector. Celebrating their work is another aspect that makes the Dot Property Thailand Awards unique. A total of six companies were named as Thailand’s Best Real Estate Agencies 2022.
Citadel Real Estate
CMP Realty
NPP Realty & Consultants
PBRE Real Estate
SEA Property Group
Zupreme C&C (Thailand)
Festivities were once again held in-person after a special hybrid ceremony was organized in 2021 because of pandemic-related event restrictions. More than 250 of the real estate industry’s best and brightest were in attendance this year.
The Dot Property Thailand Awards 2022 would like to thank Savills Thailand and their CEO Robert Collins for serving as official Awards Consultants. A special mention also goes to official venue partner Park Hyatt Bangkok and VIP Transportation provider Mercedes-Benz Primus Autohaus for their continued support.
The Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards are scheduled for December in Bangkok. For more details on how you can take part, please email event@dotpropertygroup.com
The Constitutional Court’s suspension of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha from duty will not affect Thailand’s economic recovery or foreign investor confidence, the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) said on Wednesday.
TCC vice chairman Visit Limlurcha made the remarks after the majority of court judges voted to accept an opposition petition for deliberation on Prayut’s tenure and suspended him from duty until a ruling is made.
The judges voted 5:4 to accept the petition, which was forwarded to the court by the Secretariat of the House of Representatives.
Being the first deputy prime minister, Prawit Wongsuwan automatically took over as caretaker prime minister.
Visit felt the court’s decision would not affect Thailand’s economic recovery or foreign investor confidence.
He said preparations for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in November would continue as the Constitutional Court could come out with a ruling on Prayut’s tenure before the summit begins.
“Even if a court ruling does not come in time, there are still the caretaker prime minister and other Cabinet ministers,” he pointed out.
According to Visit, foreign investors “aren’t uncertain” about the issue because it is purely a domestic matter.
The baht opened at 36.08 to the US dollar on Wednesday, weakening from Tuesday’s close of 36.13.
The currency is expected to move between 35.95 and 36.25 during the day, Krungthai Bank market strategist Poon Panichpibool predicted.
He said the baht could swing sideways in a wide range even though it was supported by a weakening dollar and an increasing gold price.
However, Thailand’s political situation would cause currency market volatility in the short term, especially if foreign investors decided to sell their Thai stocks to reduce risks, Poon warned.
Meanwhile, businesses are awaiting the opportunity for increased transactions, he said. Importers hope the baht will strengthen to a level below 36 to the dollar, while exporters will not hurry to conduct transactions because they have already closed their risks.
The strategist advised investors to use hedging tools such as options to manage risks in a highly volatile currency market.
The Constitutional Court’s decision to accept the petition on the tenure of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha would help ease political tensions in the country, a law professor said on Wednesday.
Jade Donavanik, president of the Law Faculty of the College of Asian Scholars, was reacting to the Constitutional Court judges voting 5:4 to accept an opposition petition seeking a ruling on Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s tenure in office, and suspending him from duty until a ruling is made.
He believed that the decision would ease the political conflict brewing through rallies and public assembly of Prayut’s critics.
Jade, however, pointed to a lack of clarity in the ruling on whether Prayut also stands suspended as defence minister.
He said that some people might interpret that Prayut could keep working as defence minister, and that may not be acceptable to sections of society. They might continue their protests until he steps down.
Jade suggested that Prayut go on a vacation because the Constitutional Court would take around a month to consider the petition and issue a verdict. Such a move by him could also help lower political tensions.
The Constitutional Court cancelled a press conference on its suspension of General Prayut Chan-o-cha as the prime minister after the news spread across the country like wildfire.
News media were quick to report that the Constitutional Court judges voted 5:4 on Wednesday to accept an opposition petition for deliberation on Prayut’s PM tenure and suspend him from duty until a ruling is made.
The nine current Constitutional Court judges are court president Worawit Kangsasitiam, Dr Jiraniti Hawanon, Udom Sitthiwirattham, Wiroon Saengthian, Banjongsak Wongprat, Thaweekiart Minakasit, Nakarin Mektrairat, Panya Udchachon, and Noppadon Theppithak.
Earlier, the Constitutional Court announced it would reveal the results of a meeting on the issue, with a lot of police and security officers guarding the area in preparation for the announcement.
However, court staff said the judges opted to announce the results of their official meeting via a document instead of an official press conference after news of Prayut’s suspension spread.
Prayut Chan-o-cha, Thailand’s long-serving PM, is known for his song “Returning Happiness to the People”, written in the days after the coup, with the hope of mending relations between the military and the people, asking “for a little more time” and “promising to return the country to the people”
… But that was 8 long years ago.
The biggest question in Thai politics has been how long would Prayut be able to stay in power as prime minister. The 23rd of August 2022 marked the completion of his eight years in office. The current Constitution stipulates that an individual shall not hold the office of prime minister for more than eight years.
Opposition MPs had submitted a petition to House Speaker Chuan Leekpai to forward to the Constitutional Court for a ruling on whether Prayut’s eight-year term as PM will end on Wednesday in keeping with the current Constitution.
As of today, the Constitutional Court has accepted the petition and ruled to suspend Prayut from his duties as prime minister immediately, with the judges voting 5:4 to take up the opposition’s petition.
Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan will step up and take over as prime minister until the Constitutional Court judges can decide on the length of Prayut’s tenure as PM, which could take up to one month.
The opposition has insisted that Prayut’s time as PM should be counted from August 24, 2014, when he became premier after leading a military coup in May that year.
People have been holding their breath, waiting for the Constitutional Court to deliver its decision. Will Prayut be able to extend his reign by four more years? Or will they decide that his time is up?
Whatever the court’s decision, it is sure to displease many people.
Many were hoping that Prayut would opt to resign, thereby saving the country from the political heat generated by anti-government protests, and paving the way for democratic elections to appoint a new Prime Minister to tackle the big challenges that lie ahead for Thailand.
Picture Credit: A person holds up a picture of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha during a protest by Thai political groups opposed to Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, near Government House, ahead of a Constitutional Court decision on when his eight-year PM terms ends, in Bangkok, Thailand August 23, 2022.REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun
Cody Gakpo has been linked with a move to Manchester United
