Picture this: Thaksin Shinawatra, the ever-controversial former prime minister of Thailand, making his grand entrance back onto Thai soil. On May 25, amidst the buzz and anticipation, he touched down in Nakhon Ratchasima on his private jet, greeted by an ocean of supporters, their faces alight with joy and hope. It was a sight to behold, captured perfectly in a snapshot by Prasit Tangprasert. However, this high-flying return was clouded by a looming shadow, as the attorney general sharpened his legal blades, readying to indict Thaksin on the serious charges of lese majeste. According to the whispers in the corridors of power, Thaksin’s legal woes stem from a rumored fallout with Thailand’s traditional power brokers. Stithorn Thananithichot, a name synonymous with thoughtful political analysis and the director at the Office of Innovation for Democracy, shed some light on the matter. Speaking to the Bangkok Post, he suggested that the indictment…
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Imagine a scene straight out of a political thriller: the bustling streets of Thailand, filled with the palpable tension of a looming legal battle. At the heart of this high-stakes drama is none other than Wissanu Krea-ngam, a seasoned warrior of the political arena. Known for his shrewd insights and unparalleled expertise, Wissanu finds himself once again at the crossroads of history, as whispers of his appointment as the legal adviser to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin send ripples through the corridors of power. On a day marked by anticipation, Wissanu, with the calm demeanor of a chess master contemplating his next move, addresses the swirling rumors. “In the grand chessboard of legal strategy, there are always maneuvers yet to be played,” he muses, captivating his audience with the promise of unseen tactics in the face of the Constitutional Court’s ethics probe against PM Srettha. The question of victory hangs in…
In the picturesque Sukhothai province, history took a dynamic turn as the sky roared and the ground shook on Thursday. Not with the echoes of past battles that this ancient kingdom is no stranger to, but with the symphony of modern warfare’s might. We’re talking about a spectacle of coordination and strategy between the Royal Thai Air Force and Army, a joint exercise that transformed serene landscapes into a stage for tactical finesse in the face of hypothetical border conflicts. With the serene backdrop of Sukhothai, the drill turned heads as Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang, eyes sharp and expectations high, observed the orchestrated chaos. Live rounds crisscrossed the skies in a performance that required no extra pennies from the nation’s coffers, thanks to meticulous planning. This wasn’t just another day at the office; it was a feature in the seasonal rehearsals of the 1st Cavalry Division, a testament to the…
In the bustling heart of Thailand’s law enforcement saga, a twist of high-stakes drama unfolds with Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol, the sidelined national police chief, at its epicenter. On a day painted with the hues of officialdom and whispered rumors, March 20 marked the moment when Pol Gen Torsak found himself navigating the choppy waters of a career interim. Transitioning from the helm of police authority to a position at the Prime Minister’s Office, his move was shadowed by the weight of ongoing investigations – a narrative captured by the lens of photographer Nutthawat Wichieanbut, immortalizing the scene as Torsak fielded questions from the press. The plot thickens come the next episode in this unfolding drama, as Torsak Sukvimol and his wife step into the spotlight with a storyline that ventures beyond domestic borders to the prestigious neighborhoods of London. The pair finds themselves entangled in a legal quandary, poised…
Imagine the bustling, vibrant streets of London, where cultures blend and history whispers from every corner. Now, place in this picturesque scenario two properties echoing tales of mystery and intrigue, worth approximately a hefty 20 million baht. At the heart of this unfolding drama are National Police Chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol and his wife, Nipaphan, caught in a whirlwind of accusations by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) for not disclosing these very properties. But, like every good story, there’s more than meets the eye. On a seemingly ordinary day, amidst the hustle and bustle of his duties, Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol found himself transitioning from the head of the national police to a position within the Prime Minister’s Office. This move, marked on March 20, came with a whisper of controversy soon to unfold into a full-blown storm. The crux of the matter? A failure to report a duo…
On a day imbued with promise and anticipation, the air at the Ministry of Education buzzed with a sense of opportunity. The occasion? A significant collaboration destined to change the landscape of language education in Thailand. In a moment marked by handshakes and the flash of cameras, Saleh Bin Nasser Al-Dalaan, the dynamic manager of Arabic For All, and Koddari Binsen, the visionary president of the Private Schools Association Confederation of Southern Thailand, penned a memorandum of understanding. This wasn’t just any agreement—it was a bridge between cultures, a testament to the power of language to unite and empower. Imagine a place where the script of the Quran is familiar to the eyes, but its messages remain veiled in mystery. This is the reality for many in southern Thailand, where the ability to read Arabic contrasts starkly with the understanding of its meaning. Koddari Binsen highlighted this poignant dichotomy, emphasizing…
In an auspicious gathering at the Education Ministry this past Wednesday, the air buzzed with the promise of linguistic bridges being built across continents. Saleh Bin Nasser Al-Dalaan of Arabic For All, and Koddari Binsen, the esteemed president of the Private Schools Association Confederation of Southern Thailand, penned a momentous memorandum of understanding. The aim? To catapult the Arabic language skills of Thai students into new heights of proficiency and understanding. The scene, captured by the keen lens of Chanat Katanyu, was not just a formal exchange of documents but a celebration of cultural and educational collaboration. The partnership between the Private Schools Association Confederation of Southern Thailand and the esteemed Saudi Arabian powerhouse in language learning, Arabic For All, is nothing short of revolutionary. Koddari Binsen voiced a poignant insight during the MoU’s signing ceremony, shedding light on an ironic paradox: a nation of eager minds able to read…
In the bustling city of Bangkok, a narrative unfolded that could easily be mistaken for a plot straight out of a gripping crime drama. It all centered around a policewoman from the Wang Thong Lang station, whose actions took a turn for the criminal, landing her a starring role in her own real-life courtroom saga. On a seemingly ordinary Thursday, the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases delivered a bombshell verdict that would change her life forever. Pol Capt Jirat-on Paksap was handed a staggering 125-year sentence for her role in embezzling a whopping 720,000 baht (~$21,600 USD) of suspects’ bail money. However, due to the nuances of the legal system and her cooperation, this term was dramatically reduced to 50 years, the maximum allowable under law. This tale begins with Pol Capt Jirat-on operating in her capacity as a deputy administrative inspector. Her duties were clear: collect…
In what reads like a script straight out of a Hollywood action-packed thriller, the tale of Chaowalit Thongduang, a fugitive whose life on the run has captured the imagination of many, came to a dramatic pause with his arrest in Indonesia. Known also by his moniker “Sia Paeng Nanod,” this 37-year-old man’s saga is a testament to the sheer unpredictability of life’s script. Our story unfolds on October 22 last year, within the seemingly secure walls of Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital in Thailand. Here, Chaowalit was brought for a routine dental treatment from prison, where he was serving time for attempted murder among a cocktail of other grave charges. However, in a twist that would leave anyone on the edge of their seat, security footage revealed our protagonist nonchalantly walking out of the hospital, embarking on what would become a seven-month odyssey of evasion and survival. The plot thickens…
Welcome to the riveting world of carbon markets, where the future of our planet is shaped through the power of collaboration and innovation. Recently, the crème de la crème of the sustainability realm gathered at the prestigious Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld for an event that was nothing short of groundbreaking. The 14th Asia-Pacific Carbon Markets Roundtable (APCMR) illuminated the bustling city of Bangkok with a beacon of hope for environmental progress. At the heart of this illustrious event was none other than Gloyta Nathalang, a name synonymous with visionary leadership in sustainability. Gloyta, serving with distinction as the Acting Senior Executive Vice President of Sustainability Management and Corporate Communications at Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, not only chaired the Carbon Markets Club but also led the charge as the Chairperson of the Carbon Markets Subcommittee under the auspices of the Thailand Carbon Neutral Network (TCCN). Her…