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Deliver knowledge in easily digestible bite-size morsels

29.07.2010

To get the maximum result out of classroom instruction, it is necessary for teachers to understand the psychological processes that affect how a student learns. Knowledge of how human cognition works can enhance teaching and learning.While ut... full text
With its first director now in charge, the upgraded Thai Film Archive aims for an expansion that will make Bangkok a centre of film culture in Southeast Asia

28.07.2010

With its first director now in charge, the upgraded Thai Film Archive aims for an expansion that will make Bangkok a centre of film culture in Southeast Asia.Archivist Dome Sukavong said that of the National Film Archive at its 20th anniversa... full text
A new national police chief

23.07.2010

A new national police chief is expected to be named by next month, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says.The prime minister said yesterday he will call a meeting of the board of the Royal Thai Police next month to discuss a national police ch... full text
A rare elephant round-up ritual has been performed in Trat to return a stray wild elephant to its natural habitat

22.07.2010

Elephant shamans and mahouts from Surin perform rituals before they begin to help Plai Thang.The ritual, which took place yesterday, is usually only seen in shows for tourists in Surin, a province long renowned for the skill of its elephant h... full text
Public holidays throw spanner in the works

19.07.2010

Voter turnout is expected to play a decisive role in the battle between the Democrat and Puea Thai parties for a lone parliamentary seat in this coming Sunday's Bangkok by-election. While there are contenders from six parties vying for ... full text
Cancer care combines conventional medicine, herbal therapy and new technology,

16.07.2010

As one of Thailand's last remaining free cancer treatment centres, the Arokhayasarn building in Wat Khampramong, situated in Sakon Nakhon's Phanna Nikhom district, has offered palliative care to almost 2,000 patients to date, combining alternativ... full text
The MegaCity Vehicle project has been officially revealed with the first ones ready to hit the showroom in 2013

14.07.2010

The MegaCity Vehicle project has been officially revealed with the first ones ready to hit the showroom in 2013. BMW’s illustration of MCV reveals a very efficient package.- Ah, so BMW believes the future is electric...BMW say... full text
The all-new Cayenne was one of the highlights of Porsche's global promotional tour

13.07.2010

The 3rd edition of the Porsche World Roadshow (PWRS) held in Singapore last week featured the all-new Cayenne and the exceptional handling of the Panamera, the latter joining the PWRS for the first time in the tour's history. The pur... full text
A guinea pig website unites a caring community of pet lovers

12.07.2010

Though it's a kind of rodent, the guinea pig, also known as cavy, is regarded as a fantastic choice for a pet. This tiny creature has made its way into many households with its cute personality and lovely nature that has been fascinating pet love... full text
The local community of this old resort town aims to keep its rich cultural heritage alive and attract new visitors through a new cultural centre

08.07.2010

When mentioning Cha-am, what comes to mind? Deep blue sea and beautiful beaches? Yes, of course. But that is only one small aspect of this resort ... full text
Beethoven

07.07.2010

A century ago, at a time when the composer had been dead for 80 years, Beethoven's late quartets were still unknown to most concertgoers. Other composers, even giants with colossal egos like Berlioz and Wagner, heard them for the humbling masterp... full text
Abhisit Vejjajiva received angst and praise in a phone-in

05.07.2010

'No matter where I sit, people talk politics - [and] what they say is that Thaksin can, but Abhisit can't," said a male caller from Buri Ram. "That is what everyone says. Thaksin can make things happen. Thaksin can help us. Abhisit can't."&nb... full text
The "6 Days, 63 Million Opinions

02.07.2010

The "6 Days, 63 Million Opinions" programme got off to an inauspicious start yesterday when a sudden influx of phone calls caused a telephone exchange at Government House to shut down. The overload took place during a live broadcast ... full text
Deduction proposed for readers also

01.07.2010

The local book market could see double-digit growth if the government approves a waiver of value-added tax for publishers and a tax deduction of 10,000 baht for individuals on book purchases, says the Publishers & Booksellers Association of T... full text
Apple finally release the iPhone 4 to an expectant market

28.06.2010

"This changes everything. Again." is the tagline adopted by Apple for the launch.As mentioned in last week's column, HTC drew at least level with the iPhone 3GS with the recent release of its Desire model, so the pressure is on Apple to go ah... full text
City mulls curbs on inner city car parks

24.06.2010

The owners of buildings along the city's mass transit lines could be told to remove car parking spaces, in a law change proposed by City Hall.The plan is intended to dissuade motorists from bringing their vehicles into town, but could also de... full text
City mulls curbs on inner city car parks

24.06.2010

The owners of buildings along the city's mass transit lines could be told to remove car parking spaces, in a law change proposed by City Hall.The plan is intended to dissuade motorists from bringing their vehicles into town, but could also de... full text
As an introduction to the big event, an eve-of-World Cup celebration dinner with wines from each national team's country was right on target

21.06.2010

With 12 qualifying countries represented at the table, 12 wines served with the six-course banquet, and the 12 ambassadors and their spouses as guests of honour, "Fifa World Cup 2010 - the Table Reunited" was a Plaza Athenee Bangkok wine boutique... full text
Chinese Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 110 Years

Jul. 30 – The Hong Kong-based Chinese General Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 110th birthday this week, hosting a lunch at which Dai Xianglong, China?s National Social Security Fund Chairman, was the honored guest. Stating in his address to the Chamber that he expected ?decades? of growth in China, he said he believed that China?s GDP [...] full text
CIRC Allows Interest Rate Exchanging Among Insurance Agencies

Jul. 30 ? The China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) recently issued a notice regarding insurance agencies engaging in interest rate exchanging. According to the notice, the number of agencies that can develop the interest rate exchanging business as derivatives has been extended to the entire industry. Baojianfa [2010] No. 56, issued on July 20, stipulates that [...] full text
Foreign Firms Assisting China?s Legal Reform

Jul. 29 – Foreign firms in China are assisting with the pace of legal reform and development with the Chinese government, says Jim Zimmerman, author of the new China Law Deskbook. In an interview in the July/August issue of the American Chamber of Commerce?s magazine, Zimmerman stated that ?legal exchanges between foreign law firms and legal [...] full text
Qingdao Tax Authorities Update Invoice Management

Jul. 29 ?Qingdao?s local taxation bureau recently issued a supplementary notice regarding several updates on the subject of invoice issuance and management. Qingdishuihan [2010] No. 82, issued on July 19, introduces two new types of invoices while, at the same time, abolishing several kinds of invoices including the “International Cargo Transport Agent Invoices,” “International Shipping Agency [...] full text
The Peace Hotel Reopens in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, Jul. 28 – The Peace Hotel reopened its doors today following extensive renovations to restore the classic Shanghai landmark. The hotel will be taking reservations beginning tomorrow. Closed in 2007 by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts to undergo a serious face-lift, the Peace Hotel will join a growing stable of high-end hotels along Shanghai?s Bund that [...] full text
China Stocks Lose US$52 Billion in Q2

Jul. 28 – Mainland China?s mutual funds have lost RMB351 billion in the second quarter this year, alongside a drop of some 23 percent in the value of China?s A share market over the same period. This represents the third largest quarterly deficit in China?s history. A combined 652 funds run by 60 Mainland China asset [...] full text
Art and Culture in Understanding China Business

Op/Ed Commentary: Chris Devonshire-Ellis Jul. 28 – An important, but oft neglected or ignored aspect about conducting business in China ? and especially when one is in a position of consulting foreign investors, as our practice Dezan Shira & Associates is, involves getting across to clients the importance of understanding or appreciating China?s culture. It?s [...] full text
Xinjiang and Tibet Raise Minimum Wages

Jul. 28 ? Xinjiang and Tibet have raised their minimum monthly and hourly wages, according to regional authorities. The minimum monthly wages in Xinjiang now range from RMB640 to RMB960 across different regions ? an increase of 24.6 percent on average. The adjusted minimum hourly wage ranges from RMB6 to RMB8.80. The adjusted minimum wages are [...] full text
China Studies Proposal to Tax Real Estate Based on Market Value

Jul. 27 ? China is weighing a proposal that would tax commercial property based on its market value in an effort to reform its tax system and discourage speculative buying. Commercial property tax is currently based on the original purchase price. Taxpayers who use commercial property for their own use are charged a 1.2 percent tax [...] full text
China?s Financial Center, Shanghai or Hong Kong?

Op/Ed Commentary: Chris Devonshire-Ellis Jul. 26 – One of Shanghai?s vice mayors, Tu Guangshao, stated last week that it would be preferable for Shanghai to be China?s main financial center, and should be promoted over Hong Kong to capture global attention on China?s markets. While Shanghai Communist Party chief Yu Zhengsheng has conceded that Shanghai would [...] full text

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