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July 25, 2007

Privilege Offer to ‘True Coffee Card’ Holders for Purchase of Samsung MP3

Privilege Offer to ‘True Coffee Card’ Holders for Purchase of Samsung MP3

25 Jul 07 16:40
True Coffee is offering a special 1,000 Baht discount for its customers showing the True Coffee Card when purchasing a Samsung Digital Media Player (U3) from the normal price of 2,990 Baht. This offer is valid until August 31, 2007. The Samsung Digital Media Player (U3) has a memory
Novotel Bangkok Siamsquare Activities this week

Novotel Bangkok Siamsquare Activities this week

25 Jul 07 16:12
From The Square, For Mama Your mom will not be a “square,” and she’ll love to be in The Square on Mother’s Day at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square. Spoil her for choice with The Square’s superb selection of French and American dishes on our international buffet spread,
At United, The World Is Truly Flat

At United, The World Is Truly Flat

25 Jul 07 16:05
In the third quarter of 2007, United’s international premium cabins will begin a remarkable transformation, featuring the first 180บ, lie-flat business class seat to be offered by a U.S. airline United Airlines today revealed details of its new international United Businessฎ experience
Motorola joins the nation in celebrating HM the King’s 80th birthday anniversary with Limited Edition MOTOKRZR K1

Motorola joins the nation in celebrating HM the King’s 80th birthday anniversary with Limited Edition MOTOKRZR K1

25 Jul 07 15:45
Motorola has joined with its partners to help raise a total of Bt 1.5 million for HM’s Distance Learning Foundation Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) in association with Loxley Public Company Limited, Samart i-mobile Public Company Limited, and Jade Telecom, today unveiled the Limited Edition
Photo Release: Honda injects 900 million Baht into expansion of Honda’s motorcycle R&D facility in Thailand

Photo Release: Honda injects 900 million Baht into expansion of Honda’s motorcycle R&D facility in Thailand

25 Jul 07 15:44
Mr. Piyabutr Cholvijarn, the Deputy Minister of Industry, recently presided over the cornerstone laying ceremony at the Honda R&D Southeast Asia Co., Ltd. (HRS-T), the Honda motorcycle R&D facility in Bangkok’s Ladkrabang district. The Deputy Minister was welcomed by Honda
ETIHAD TO LAUNCH FLIGHTS TO NEPAL Bangkok, Thailand

ETIHAD TO LAUNCH FLIGHTS TO NEPAL Bangkok, Thailand

25 Jul 07 15:20
Etihad Airways, The National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, which operates highly popular twice daily flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi and onwards to 45 destinations around the globe, will start a four flights-a-week service from its Abu Dhabi home base to the Nepalese capital, Kathmandu, in
Photo Release: MINOR INTERNATIONAL TEAMS UP WITH STARWOOD FOR THE ULTRA-LUXURIOUS

Photo Release: MINOR INTERNATIONAL TEAMS UP WITH STARWOOD FOR THE ULTRA-LUXURIOUS

25 Jul 07 15:13
Mr. Wolfgang Viragh, Chairman and Chief Financial Officer, Ms. Jenny Liang, Managing Director, Dr. Andreas Koestler, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Sumet Krongpianlert, Business Development Director of Yello Media Limited and Ms. Sriprapha Sutthawanit, International Training Director of The
The Glamour Red Carpet Party with ToyWatch

The Glamour Red Carpet Party with ToyWatch

25 Jul 07 14:13
Get the latest wristwatch fashion surprises and style while distinguished guests and celebrities walked down the red carpet party to introduce ‘ToyWatch’, which organized by Ms.Chanadda Chirathivat, managing director of Glam Lifestyle Company Limited at Lobby Lounge, Central Chidlom.
Conrad Bangkok named in Travel + Leisure’s "Top 50 Hotels in Asia"

Conrad Bangkok named in Travel + Leisure’s "Top 50 Hotels in Asia"

25 Jul 07 13:57
Conrad Bangkok is celebrating its notable inclusion in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey 2007. This year, Conrad Bangkok makes its debut in two of the award’s lists: Top 50 Hotels in Asia, and Top 15 Hotels US$250 or Less. General
The 10th Asian Cartoon Exhibition -Asian Environmental Issues -

The 10th Asian Cartoon Exhibition -Asian Environmental Issues -

25 Jul 07 11:09
This year, the Japan Foundation Bangkok, the Thai Cartoonists Association and Nakhon Si Thammarat Rajabhat University proudly present the 10th Asian Cartoon Exhibition on the theme “Asian Environmental Issues”, featuring 77 new cartoons of leading cartoonists from 10 Asian nations,
Photo Release: EXIM Thailand Co-organizes Local to Global Trade Promotion Program

Photo Release: EXIM Thailand Co-organizes Local to Global Trade Promotion Program

25 Jul 07 11:02
Dr. Apichai Boontherawara (second left), President of Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand); Mr. Saroch Kutchamath (second right), Deputy Permanent Secretary for Interior, Ministry of Interior; Ms. Pimpapaan Chansilpa (far left), Inspector General, Ministry of Commerce; and Mr. Nipon
Photo Release:  The Launching of ToyWatch

Photo Release: The Launching of ToyWatch

25 Jul 07 10:33
Ms.Chanadda Chirathivat, managing director of Glam Lifestyle Company Limited recently organized the glamorous party to introduce ‘ToyWatch’, the authentic unisex wristwatch with ‘Time is Plastic’ slogan from the U.S.A. at lobby lounge, Central Chidlom. Present as
Starbucks launches new Frappuccino Blended Juice Drinks blended with Tazo tea to cool off the day

Starbucks launches new Frappuccino Blended Juice Drinks blended with Tazo tea to cool off the day

25 Jul 07 10:31
Starbucks Coffee Thailand recently held a launch event to introduce its latest two new refreshing icy juice beverages—Starbucks Raspberry Black Currant Frappuccino Blended Juice Drink and Starbucks Mango Passion Fruit Frappuccino Blended Juice Drink. These two new tastes are great alternatives

U.S. Speculative-Grade Default Rate Declines To 25-Year Low In June 2007, Article Says

25 Jul 07 18:11
Only one default--U.K.-based home-improvement retailer Focus DIY (Finance) PLC--was recorded among global corporates rated by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services in June, according to an article published on July 20, 2007. The article, which is titled "Global Bond Markets' Weakest Links And

Corporation Collaborates with AMD on Next Generation Server Memory Interface Architecture

25 Jul 07 17:07
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 25, 2007 Inphi's ExacTik(R) Family of precision timing devices continues to push the envelope on higher density memory for next generation server architectures Continuing its leadership position in server memory interface solutions, Inphi(R)

Joni Mitchell Set to ''Shine'' on Hear Music

25 Jul 07 16:59
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 Celebrated Singer/Songwriter Joni Mitchell Marks Her Return as the Next Artist Signed to Hear Music Hear Music announced today that legendary singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell will be the next artist signed to the newly formed label. Hear Music will

CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL THEMES DOMINATE 2007 PATA GOLD AWARDS

25 Jul 07 16:46
Cultural heritage and environmental tourism are the dominant themes of the winning entries in this year's Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards announced today. The four "best-of-show" Grand Awards will go to the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in the Marketing

GGL Expands Presence in China Through Multi-Faceted Marketing and Sponsorship Agreement with Coca-Cola's iCoke Portal

25 Jul 07 15:57
Largest Global Online Gaming Community Partners with China's Largest Lifestyle Portal to Host Online Gaming Tournaments in Cybercafes Across China SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 GGL today announced a multi-faceted marketing agreement with iCoke - Coca-Cola's branded

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Wednesday , July 25

25 Jul 07 15:49
JETSTAR FARES... MELBOURNE - Australia's low fares airline Jetstar is ready for take off with direct flights between Kuala Lumpur* and Sydney from 9 September 2007 commercially launching its flights in Malaysia with a market leading web fare offer from MYR 88# one way at Jetstar.com.

MINOR INTERNATIONAL TEAMS UP WITH STARWOOD FOR THE ULTRA-LUXURIOUS "ST. REGIS HOTEL & RESIDENCES, BANGKOK"

25 Jul 07 15:10
St. Regis says Sawasdee to the Kingdom of Thailand - introducing a new standard in sophisticated city living to the Thai capital Rajadamri Residence Company Limited, a subsidiary of Minor International PCL., today announced it has entered into an agreement with Starwood Hotels & Resorts in

Molex Announces Acquisition of Polymicro Technologies, LLC.

25 Jul 07 15:02
LISLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 Molex Incorporated (NASDAQ:MOLX)(NASDAQ:MOLXA), a global electronic components company, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Phoenix, Arizona-based Polymicro Technologies, LLC. This acquisition is not financially material to the

Microsoft Server Product Portfolio Customer Solution Case Study

25 Jul 07 14:58
Microsoft Server Product Portfolio Customer Solution Case Study Customer Profile BankThai Public Company Limited was established in 1998 with the vision of becoming one of the nation’s high-quality commercial banks, with an advanced management system, a highly capable workforce, products

Making Lung Cancer History: World's Top Oncologists to Convene in Seoul, Korea

25 Jul 07 14:42
AURORA, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 IASLC Presents 12th World Conference on Lung Cancer September 2-6, 2007 While lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the world, there has been a significant increase in new scientific data reviewing prevention and treatment in

Netezza Corporation Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering

25 Jul 07 14:41
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 Netezza Corporation (NYSE Arca: NZ) today announced that it closed the sale of 10,350,000 shares of its common stock, including 1,350,000 shares of common stock representing the over-allotment option granted to the underwriters, resulting in

Interactive Brokers Group Launches Direct Access Australian Stocks and Swedish Stock Options

25 Jul 07 14:38
GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 IB's Universal Account now offers Australian Stock Exchange Stocks and OMX Group Swedish Stock Options Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR), a global leader in electronic market-making and brokerage services, recently expanded Interactive

MSF Launches NGN Certification Program; Iometrix Test Labs Chosen as MSF Certification Partner

25 Jul 07 14:34
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 The much awaited MSF (MultiService Forum) Certification Program was given final approval by the MSF Board at the MSF quarterly meeting in Amsterdam last week. In looking to deliver such an ambitious program to the industry, the MSF selected

TMA Announces "Thailand Corporate Excellence Day"

25 Jul 07 13:24
To honor corporate excellence with HRH Crown Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Awards and hold seminar “On 21st Century Marketing” by World’s Foremost Expert on Marketing – Philip Kotler Thailand Management Association (TMA) and Sasin Graduate Institute of Business

MyHoliday.com offers the concept of "No cure, no pay" for holiday homeowners.

25 Jul 07 13:20
MyHoliday.com announces the launch of the first and only on-line holiday home rental site to truly dispense with upfront fees for listings. In-stead of fees, MyHoliday.com offers a revolutionary concept of "No cure, no pay." Home owners and rental agencies list their properties for free, and

BOSNIA MAKES WTM DEBUT

25 Jul 07 12:58
Bosnia and Herzegovina comes to World Travel Market in London for the first time this year vowing to finally shake off its troubled past. The former Yugoslavian republic makes its appearance at ExCeL London between Monday 12-Thursday 15 November as part of a new drive to attract tourists. The

Kantar Appoints Leading Designer As Its Creative Director

25 Jul 07 12:37
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 Kantar, WPP's Information Insight And Consultancy Division, has appointed Aziz Cami as its first Creative Director. The appointment is designed to help Kantar companies deliver insights in more compelling ways and to help clients and their partners

Westinghouse and Shaw Sign Historic Contracts to Provide Four AP1000 Nuclear Power Plants in China

25 Jul 07 12:24
BATON ROUGE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2007 The Shaw Group Inc. (NYSE: SGR) today announced that Shaw and Westinghouse Electric Company, its AP1000 Consortium partner, have signed definitive contracts with State Nuclear Power Technology Company of China (SNPTC), Sanmen Nuclear Power

Gossip News: Microsoft Customer Service and Support Center

25 Jul 07 10:36
Microsoft Customer Service and Support Center has officially changed its number from (662) 257 4970 to (662) 263 6888 effective on 1 August 2007. The new phone line is expected to extend Microsoft’s customer service capability. Customers can receive information and technical assistance about

UN Forum Discusses Social, Health and Economic Consequences of Population Ageing in Asia

25 Jul 07 10:33
Meeting Takes Place in Bangkok 25 – 27 July The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, is holding a Seminar on the Social,

Companies Worldwide Embrace Microsoft and Nortel Communications Solutions

25 Jul 07 10:16
Companies Worldwide Embrace Microsoft and Nortel Communications Solutions Innovative Communications Alliance Celebrates One-year Anniversary One year ago Microsoft Corp. and Nortel* [NYSE/TSX: NT] entered into a unique alliance to transform business communications by combining Nortel’s

Startech Environmental Project for Puerto Rico to Produce Methanol and Synthetic Fuels from Waste Processing

25 Jul 07 08:34
Startech Environmental Corporation (OTC BB: STHK), a fully reporting company, announced today that EnviroSafe Industrial Services Corporation of Puerto Rico plans to produce methanol and various synthetic fuels from the wastes it will be processing in the Startech Plasma Converter Systems in the