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THAI NEWS
New Proposal to Grant Thai Citizenship to Migrant Workers' Children

WThe research director of the Thailand Research Development Institute (TDRI), Dr Somchai Jitsuchon, has suggested a new approach to increase Thailand's decreasing birth rates. He proposed giving Thai citizenship to children of migrant workers and ethnic minorities. This would give around one million children equal rights to access education, healthcare, and other services in the country.

Despite current laws allowing them to become citizens, many face obstacles due to bureaucracy. They are often left without proper identification or registration status, which also excludes them from official census data. Sivanut Soithong from the Mirror Foundation supports this proposal as it could help these children overcome challenges they currently face.

OTHER NEWS

Thai Woman Hides with Daughter to Escape Abusive Husband

A Thai woman and her daughter were reported missing for 13 days before she revealed they had gone into hiding to escape her abusive husband. The husband, businessman Pongphumphat Chuedee, had offered a reward for information about his wife Suphannee and their daughter. He filed a police complaint when they didn't return as usual after an argument. However, Suphannee broke silence via a news interview stating that they are safe but in hiding due to the husband's violent behavior. She plans on discussing divorce but fears further harm from him.

Bangkok Takes Steps to Protect Tourists from Overcharging

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has introduced five new ways to protect tourists from being overcharged by tuk tuks, taxis and shops. The plans involve using artificial intelligence for surveillance, issuing trust stickers to businesses that promise fair prices, working with other government groups to stop people taking advantage of tourists, encouraging the public to report unfair behaviour and providing help for tourists through helplines and guidebooks. These strategies will be first used in the Ratchaprasong area before expanding into other parts of Bangkok.

Thai Woman Donates Gold to Temple After Land Sale

A Thai woman, after successfully selling her previously unsellable land, made a grand gesture of gratitude by donating gold necklaces, bracelets and rings to a revered statue at Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom. The 20 rai (32,000 square metres) piece of land in Trat province had been difficult to sell due to poor conditions and frequent flooding but was sold for 1.5 million baht (US$41,776). The woman also brought various food items as offerings and entrusted the gold for safekeeping at the temple.

DESTINATION OF THE DAY
Bangkok

Bangkok, often referred to as 'the Big Mango', is a vibrant city that attracts more tourists than any other city in the world. It offers an exciting mix of historical and religious sites, such as temples with stunning architecture and significant history. Tourists can also enjoy various palaces, museums, parks and shopping centres ranging from local markets to luxury department stores. The city's food scene is remarkable with options for both street food and high-end dining experiences. Known for its lively nightlife, Bangkok offers nightclubs, cabarets or even exotic red-light districts for the adventurous ones.

Despite seeming chaotic due to its lack of a distinct centre, it's easy to navigate around if you stay near a BTS Skytrain or MRT station. You'll get a taste of local life by visiting areas like Chinatown or the Dusit district which offer unique cultural experiences.

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BANGKOK ATTRACTIONS
TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN BANGKOK

NO.5 Markets, Temples, and Food Night Tour by Tuk Tuk

NO.4 Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour

NO.3 Tingly Thai Cooking School Half-Day Cooking Class

NO.2 Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket

NO.1 Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Guided Tour

CULINARY DELIGHTS
5 Best Places To Eat & Drink In Bangkok

1. Blue Sky Rooftop Bar

   

   Experience a unique view of the City of Angels at Blue Sky, situated atop Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok. This venue provides a panoramic glimpse of Bangkok's skyline. With its extensive selection of cocktails, champagnes, wines, spirits and beers paired with tasty tapas, Asian cuisine and French bistro-inspired dishes, it's truly a delight for the senses. It's an ideal spot for catching up with friends, having a romantic meal or hosting guests while indulging in mesmerizing views.

2. The Silk Road

   

   
   The Classic Cantonese Cuisine restaurant in Bangkok, located at The Athenee Hotel, is highly recommended for the best Chinese food. Its design reflects the 1920s Art Deco style popular in Shanghai but with a modern touch through contemporary art pieces and comfortable amenities. The restaurant boasts an elegant and cozy atmosphere, thanks to its plum wooden doors and cabinets, gold-embellished glass screens, marble mosaic floorings, and chic vintage lighting.

3. Nourish

   

   Nourish is the resort's restaurant that serves meals throughout the day, including buffet-style breakfasts and lunches. These buffets feature healthy versions of dishes from around the world. There's also a section dedicated to indulgent treats and an extensive menu for individual orders. The eatery has gained popularity for its theme-specific buffets, attracting both resort guests and locals. Nourish is open every day from 6:00 AM until 10:30 PM.

4. Bar.Yard

   

   Bar.Yard is a lively rooftop bar located on top of the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok hotel, near Lumphini Park. It's 40 floors high and offers stunning views of the Bangkok skyline. The bar has a colorful tropical garden theme with indoor and outdoor seating areas. The menu features American barbecue dishes with unique twists, as well as fresh farm-to-plate options all prepared by Executive Chef Lamberto Valdez Lara. They also offer tropical cocktails, craft beers, and often host famous DJs for an exciting backyard party vibe. You can visit Bar.Yard in the afternoon or evening for drinks, dinner or a full night out.

5. Abandoned Mansion Sukhumvit Bar

   

   Abandoned Mansion Bangkok is a top-rated bar located near Asok BTS station. It has a unique gangster theme, creating an atmosphere like the Prohibition Era with live jazz music every night. The cocktail menu at Abandoned Mansion takes inspiration from famous criminals of that period and their menu items have fun names to match this theme. They offer quality food including dishes like lobster and lamb as part of their new MOB FOOD (EAT OR ELSE) menu. With great drinks and food paired with live entertainment, it's considered one of the best places to eat in Sukhumvit or Bangkok overall.

LOVE THAI FOOD
Pad Thai

Pad Thai is a popular dish from Thailand. It's made by stir-frying rice noodles with ingredients like shrimp, chicken, or tofu, peanuts, a scrambled egg and bean sprouts in a special Pad Thai sauce. It's often sold as street food in Thailand and is also commonly found on the menus of Thai restaurants worldwide. If you want to make it vegetarian or vegan, you can leave out the egg and replace the fish sauce with more soy sauce.

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