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Aug 10, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Lianne Chia |Pichayada Promchertchoo

CNA Insider The pandemic and heavy use of social media are just two of the contributing factors to the social isolation faced by the country’s youth. The programme Insight delves deeper and finds out what is being done to help them. New: You can now listen to articles. MANILA: Christian Castillo got to know Andre during the pandemic, when he felt lonely and empty. The morning messages from his friend would “kick-start” his day.

Jun 14, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Faith Leong |Pichayada Promchertchoo

BANGKOK: It has been four years since Sira Kitpinyochai and Boontarika Namsena exchanged wedding vows, and they are happier having 11 cats than they would a child. The couple agreed to forgo parenthood before getting married. As they saw it, “children (were) more like a burden because of all the expenses involved”, plus a needless appendage to their already uncertain financial plans for old age. Then there is their lack of time.

Mar 1, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Derrick A Paulo |Pichayada Promchertchoo

CNA Insider Since the invasion of Ukraine, some Russians have moved to Thailand, escaping conscription or the dour economic situation back home. How do locals feel about this group’s growing presence in Phuket? The programme Insight explores the impact. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later.

Dec 23, 2023 | channelnewsasia.com | Pichayada Promchertchoo

Asia Lack of Chinese tourists in the kingdom is still holding back the tourism sector. While safeguards are in place to prevent drink-driving, critics say they are unlikely to be implemented. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later.

Dec 15, 2023 | channelnewsasia.com | Pichayada Promchertchoo

Asia A population squeeze could have dire consequences for the workforce and productivity. While raising awareness is imperative, analysts say much also hinges on support from the government and private sector. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later. BANGKOK: Having children is the last thing on Ms Phanphaka Haworth’s mind.