Oh, the melancholy tale of the gentle giant of the sea, a leatherback sea turtle, whose journey came to a tragic halt on the sun-kissed sands of Phangnga’s shores. This week, the usually tranquil beach became the final resting place of a majestic female leatherback, taken too soon by the unforgiving embrace of a fishing net. In the land where palm trees sway and the surf whispers tales of the deep, staff from Khao Lampi Hat Thai Mueang National Park stood over the noble creature, her form measuring an impressive 1.8 metres. The once vibrant flippers that propelled her across mighty oceans and the neck that would stretch towards the horizon were sadly ensnared, signaling a grim fate that befell her in the waters near the national park’s vigilant protection unit in Thai Muang district. The park’s dedicated guardians, in partnership with the prestigious Sireetarn Marine Endangered Animals Rescue Centre,…
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Imagine this: a hush falls over the crowd, suspense hanging in the air like the expectation before a thunderstorm. It’s the kind of event that could crackle with electricity at any moment. Wednesday is coming, and with it, the ruling that could shift the political spectrum in Thailand. We’re talking about the Constitutional Court throwing down the gauntlet on the hotly debated media shareholding case against none other than Pita Limjaroenrat, the visionary ex-head honcho of the Move Forward Party (MFP). Now, let’s get into the juicy details. It’s no Hollywood script, but it might as well be. Pita stands on a razor’s edge – if the court whispers the word ‘guilty’ regarding him moonlighting shares in a media enterprise, specifically the illustrious broadcaster iTV, well, let’s just say it’ll be curtains for his MP career. ‘Goodbye, public office; hello, uncertainty’ – might be the next line in this political…
Roll out the red carpet and brace yourselves, for the political theatre in Thailand is taking a dramatic turn with all spotlights fixated on the forthcoming verdict from the Constitutional Court, regarding the media shareholding controversy surrounding Pita Limjaroenrat, the erstwhile commander of the Move Forward Party (MFP) brigades. The stakes? His political lifeblood – his Member of Parliament (MP) status. Pull up a front-row seat this Wednesday and witness the conclusion of a saga that has captivated the nation. Pita, who once helmed the MFP galley, is at the precipice of a pivotal determination. There is but one question that trembles on the lips of spectators and pundits alike: Did Mr. Pita, in his quest for office, cling to shares in a media empire – specifically, the broadcaster iTV – counter to the law’s stern glare? From this crucible, two paths diverge; one resplendent with glory, the other beset…
Picture this: a quiet suburban area in Nonthaburi, where the hustle and bustle of Bangkok feel just like a distant memory. A serene neighborhood, where the most crime you’d expect would be accidental garden trespasses by a neighbor’s cat. But behold a twist worthy of a blockbuster thriller – nestled within this unsuspecting residential paradise, a man with a shadowy past sits secretly amidst the locals. Enter Putra Wibowo, aged 39, an Indonesian national whose name reverberated through Interpol’s hallways, not for acts of heroism, but for alleged ties to a massive foreign-exchange scandal. According to the venerable Pol Maj Gen Phanthana Nuchanart, deputy commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, Wibowo was cozying up in a home bought cunningly under his wife’s name when the long arm of the law finally caught up with him. But hold on, the plot thickens! Aside from the sly domestic nesting, this fellow was found…
In the swirling tempest of politics, where fortunes can flip with the fickle winds of fate, stands a man — the once-PM-designate — teetering on the precipice of his political future. “I have done my best in whatever is within my control,” he quipped, declaring an unwavering resolve despite the tumult that encircles him. Our subject, Pita, finds his political trajectory hinging not on his capability to lead but rather the contentious ownership of some unassuming iTV shares worth, hold your breath, a mere 5 baht each. To clarify, these shares, he insists, are merely remnants of his father Pongsak’s estate, of which he is the executor. A mantle he assumed not out of desire but dutiful necessity following his father’s death in 2006. The plot thickens like a good stew as Pita finds himself accused of maintaining a 42,000-share grip in iTV when the call to run in the…
Greetings from the sun-soaked shores of Phuket, where the vibrant energy of Patong can sometimes be accompanied by unexpected drama! It’s here, among the bustling streets that a 26-year-old gentleman from the land of Israel found himself playing the lead in a real-life cops and robbers tale (minus the charm, of course). Our protagonist, shrouded in mystery as his name remains unspoken, was nabbed by the long arm of Thai law this Monday past. It’s worth noting that the locale of his dramatic capture is being kept under wraps, possibly adding a touch of the cloak and dagger to an otherwise untoward situation. Let’s set the scene, shall we? It was New Year’s Eve, a time when the air is thick with resolutions and the promise of new beginnings. Patong, known for its glittering nightlife was abuzz with celebration. At a humble currency exchange, a lady found herself at the…
Welcome to the exhilarating world of fiscal triumphs, where numbers leap beyond the ordinary thresholds and ambition becomes reality! Embrace yourself for a tale of financial prowess where the State Enterprise Policy Office (SEPO) emerges not just triumphant, but spectacularly ahead of the curve. When the revered SEPO director-general, the astute Mr. Tibordee Wattanakul, took to the stage on a sunny Monday, it was with a twinkle in his eye and a news that would make fiscal conservatives swoon – revenue had not just met, but exceeded its target by a jaw-dropping 6.78 billion baht! Let’s dive into this ocean of numbers, shall we? SEPO’s crystal ball foretells that the total revenue from the titans of state enterprises for the fiscal year 2024 is anticipated to swell to an astounding 175 billion baht. And guess what? By the end of the first quarter, the coffers were already bulging with 36%…
Amid the vibrant streets of Bangkok, a narrative brimming with mystery and tragedy unfolded like a dark shadow casting over the city’s nightlife. The beaming lights of fame often mask a hidden turmoil, and for the popular online personality and vivacious club DJ Thamolwan “Wanjeab” Chaloemchaisri, that turmoil ended in sorrow. With the beat of music still echoing in memory, a tale emerged from the silence that followed the untimely demise of Wanjeab, whose life was cut short by the very person she may have trusted the most—her boyfriend. Let’s delve into what turned out to be not just a story of stardom but also of profound mystery and startling revelations. The cheerful hues of Wanjeab’s online presence were dimmed forever in her Huai Khwang apartment when she was found unresponsive in the early hours, a bullet wound speaking volumes more of violence than the serenity of her slumber. At…
The digital health revolution trudges forward to its next milestone as Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health gears up for a quantum leap into the future with the acceleration of its Digital Health Platform. Picture this: a seamless cornucopia of healthcare services, effortlessly digitized and at the tips of your fingers, courtesy of the visionary Dr Opas Karnkawinpong and his team. Tapping into the age of convenience, the Ministry’s universal health coverage (UHC) scheme spun its digital web, initiating the program’s pilot phase amidst much anticipation on January 7. Blessed be the residents of Phrae, Phetchaburi, Roi Et, and Narathiwat where this revolutionary endeavor began, infusing technology with well-being. Now, brace yourselves for eight more provinces joining this vanguard of health: from the historic splendors of Phetchabun to the majestic calm of Phangnga, the digital health frontier expands. And what of the citizens? Imagine striding into any allied healthcare facility, national…
Ah, the whirr of progress and industry! There’s a buzz in the air, and it’s all about the much-talked-about land bridge project that’s poised to redefine logistics and local economies. Reader, fasten your seatbelts, because we’re about to embark on an exhilarating Q&A joyride, exploring the nuts and bolts of this ambitious venture. Refueling Without the Fuss Let’s kick off with a pressing question on everyone’s lips: will there be towering gas separation and oil refinery plants dotting the skyline? Rest assured, dear earth-lovers, these industries will not be part of the project’s glamour. Instead, resplendent ships will dock, ready to guzzle fuel as the concessionaire whips up state-of-the-art oil storages to ease their thirst. Talk about sophisticated drive-thrus! A Cornucopia of Industries So, with refineries out of the picture, what industries will rise like phoenixes from the ashes? Imagine a vibrant tapestry woven from the finest local threads: rubber…