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Tuesday, Jan 07, 2025

Phrae United's Rise and Singapore's Funeral Boom: A Global Snapshot

Phrae United leads Thai League 2 with ambitious plans for promotion after a commanding start to the season.
Let's kick things off with exciting news from the world of Thai football. Phrae United, a family-oriented club founded in 2009, is making waves by leading Thai League 2. After a strong season start, highlighted by an impressive 3-0 victory against Nakhon Si United, they're ambitiously eyeing promotion to Thai League 1.

Shifting gears to Singapore, the aging population is spurring growth in the funeral industry. Jayaselvam from Anushia Flower Shop in Little India reports a notable rise in demand for funeral garlands, a reflection of heightened awareness and proactive planning among Singaporeans regarding end-of-life matters.

In golf, Jessada and Namo showcased their skills with consecutive wins at the JAT-NB3 Elite Series. Jessada secured his triumph in the boys' B class with a 2 under-par 214, while Namo shined in the girls' A class, posting an impressive 7 under-par 209.

Meanwhile, in Thailand, the Moo Deng charity initiative is gaining traction with 38 agencies committed to fundraising for flood relief and animal welfare. Inspired by a baby hippo's viral fame, this campaign sees collaboration in creating stamps, T-shirts, and more, celebrating the influence of the 'bouncy pig'.

Speaking of Thailand, the Tourism Authority is rolling out a co-payment travel scheme to bolster tourism in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, areas recently hit by flooding. This initiative, pending Cabinet approval, will offer financial support to travelers, alongside other measures to revitalize the region.

Finally, in sports news from Thailand, fans were treated to a thrilling 'Battle of the Reds Thailand 2024' where Manchester United triumphed with a 4-1 victory over Liverpool at Supachalasai Stadium. The match brought legendary players like Paul Scholes and Michael Owen onto the field, delighting supporters of both iconic clubs.
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