In a sorrowful incident, a 53-year-old tourist from Switzerland unfortunately lost his life at Phuket International Airport. He was reported to have plummeted from one of the airport’s parking structures. The chief of Sakhu Police Station, Police Colonel Salan Santisatsanakul, announced that the distress call regarding the fall was received around 7:30 pm. The police officers who responded to the emergency found blood stains on the ground level of the parking structure. The Swiss national, whose identity is yet to be disclosed until his family has been notified, was immediately transferred to Thalang Hospital. But the tragedy ran its full course; by the time he was brought to the hospital, he had unfortunately succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by Police Colonel Salan. Upon preliminary evaluation, the police suspect that the Swiss national’s fall was not an accident but a deliberate act. The suspicion was corroborated by the statement of…
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The bustling heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand, is making headlines as it gears up to join forces with its neighbouring countries, Cambodia and Vietnam. Their mission? To launch a vigorous battle against the twin problems of call centre scam rackets and the proliferation of fake news, both of which have become a cause of increasing concern regionally. The wheels of this initiative were set in motion by Puangpet Chunlaiad, a member of the Thai prime minister’s inner circle. Chunlaiad had engaging dialogues on her recent diplomatic tour to Vietnam with her Cambodian and Vietnamese peers, illuminating the severity and urgency of these issues. Her conversational exchange with the Cambodian Minister of Information, Neth Pheaktra, centred around devising a cohesive and effective strategy to counter call centre scam operations. A significant motivation for these talks is the rising number of Thai citizens who have been victims of such scams, often resulting…
In an animated declaration that drew the attention of the global community, Srettha Thavisin, Thailand’s foremost political figure and chieftain, pronounced his presence at the United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session (UNGA78) in New York as a resounding success. This significant occasion was hailed as an indicator that Thailand, in its thrust towards development and prosperity, is once again ready to usher in foreign investments. Enthused by his prime participation in such a globally significant event, Prime Minister Srettha, who also assumes the role of financial custodian as the nation’s Finance Minister, heralded this optimistic prospect to the media after his insightful discourse at the general discussion of the UNGA78. “We are showcasing ourselves to the world,” he avowed. “Not only is Thailand prepared to entertain international investments, but we’re also fostering an atmosphere conducive for local industries gearing towards overseas investments. We’re ready for the world to engage with…
As legal proceedings hang in the balance, the leadership mantle of the Move Forward Party (MFP) has been temporarily passed on to 45-year-old Chaithawat Tulathon. This development came about due to the resignation of former leader, Pita Limjaroenrat. The changeover is designed to smoothen the shift to a fresh opposition leader while Pita’s status as an MP is clouded due to an impending court verdict regarding his iTV media shareholding case. Chaithawat, along with the executive board, was ushered into leadership after Pita relinquished the reins of the MFP earlier this month. Until a decision is reached in Pita’s case, the party’s rise as an opposition leader has been momentarily frozen. After his appointment, Chaithawat said, the switches in the headship are merely stop-gap measures. He sees himself merely as a stand-in for the 43-year-old ex-leader Pita, who is currently ensnared in his legal trouble. Following a complaint lodgement, Pita…
A recent poll conducted by the National Institute for Development Administration (NIDA) threw light on a crucial issue that involves a significant chunk of government staff and employees of state enterprises being shouldered with debt. Moreover, this group of respondents resonated in their support for a government policy that suggested the initial monthly pay for graduates should be 25,000 baht. The poll spearheaded by NIDA, which spanned from September 19-21, was based on phone interviews with 1,310 employees across the age of 18 and higher. These participants held positions in government offices and state enterprises throughout the nation. The main purpose revolved around gathering their thoughts on salaries of state officials, which touched various educational levels and incomes. The poll revealed an interesting data – 44.81% of the participants believed their salary, apart from the legally procured extra payments, wasn’t sufficient to cover their expenses and contribute towards their savings.…
In the midst of escalating tensions between the United States and China, the Thai government, led by newly-minted Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, is navigating the ever-complex waters of international diplomacy. The Prime Minister’s inaugural overseas trip was to the bustling metropolis of New York City, serving as a delegate at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78), amongst other co-occurring meetings. The PM’s diplomatic engagements were diverse in nature – traversing discussions with other national leaders, heads of international organizations, and influencing figures in both bilateral and multilateral platforms. Notably, Srettha held conversations with the likes of Tesla’s celebrity CEO, Elon Musk, exploring possible avenues of investment into Thailand. In addition, other influential business leaders took part in these forums, including those belonging to Microsoft, BlackRock, Google, Goldman Sachs, and Estee Lauder. Upon the conclusion of his U.S. visit, the Thai prime minister plans to travel to…
In the heart of Saraburi province, a vexing mystery has gripped the army quarters – the inexplicable vanishing of over 200,000 litres of diesel from the Ordnance Materiel Rebuild Center. This startling news was brought to light by a representative of the army. The second in command army spokesperson, Major General Sirichan Ngathong relayed that a potential anomaly was discovered after an internal army audit team scrutinized the oil use of this army unit. As reported by the Bangkok Post, this discovery triggered an intensive investigation by the army headquarters, the results of which are eagerly anticipated. Major General Sirichan Ngathong duly noted that the procedural norm of the army entails deploying internal audit teams to efficiently manage and monitor critical supplies such as oil, explosives, weapons, and ammunition. This applies to all army installations nationwide. Recent investigations have unveiled an alarming fact: around 215,897 litres of B7 high-speed diesel…
The respected director of the Centre of Addiction Studies, Dr. Rasmon Kalayasiri, has made a compelling argument for the complete prohibition of cannabis, particularly the variants high in Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), primarily cultivated for recreational use. Notably, he proposes re-submission of these substances to the list of controlled narcotics. This stance is a significant endorsement for the Health Minister, Cholnan Srikaew’s proposed adjustments to the Cannabis and Hemp bill, which was initially forwarded by the previous minister Anutin Charnvirakul and later dismissed by the erstwhile House of Representatives. Preceding the presentation of the said bill to the House, a ministerial ordinance had delisted cannabis and hemp as Category 5 narcotics under the Narcotics Act. Dr. Rasmon emphasizes Minister Cholnan’s idea to refine the draft bill such that the consumption of cannabis and hemp would be permitted strictly for the sake of medical and health-related purposes. Under the revised proposal, recreational usage…
In the international city of Phuket, a tragic incident unfolded at the buzzing hub of Phuket International Airport. A Swiss man, aged 53, took his life by leaping from the airport’s car park on a sobering Friday night. The unsettling piece of news shook the lively atmosphere of the locale, adding a somber note to typically exhilarating travel proceedings. The heartrending scene unfolded around 7:30 pm when local police were alerted to an incident involving a foreign man. The report insinuated grave injuries inflicted as a result of a plunge from the parking structure of the usually lively airport. The man in question was quickly transported to the Thalang Hospital in a desperate attempt to preserve his life. The blood-stained ground marked the gruesome site of the incident. The police authorities, led by Pol Col Salan Santisatsanakul, chief of Sakhu station, arrived promptly to evaluate the situation. The arrival of…
The robust nations of Thailand is actively partnering with its bordering nations to take solid action against the plaguing issues of call center scams and propagation of fake news. Puangpet Chunlaiad, a minister working closely with the central office of Prime Minister, shed light on these developments. During recent meetings with the Information Ministers of both Cambodia, Neth Pheaktra, as well as Vietnam, Nguyen Manh Hung, she highlighted the efforts to maintain digital tranquility within the regions. These crucial discussions came to fruition during the 16th annual meeting of Asean Ministers Responsible for Information (also, known as AMRI) as well as the 7th AMRI Plus Three assembly. The delegates convened in the scenic town of Danang, Vietnam, where they congregated over a period of two days. Highlighting the urgency of this matter, Chunlaiad stated that innocent Thais have been ensnared viciously by these labyrinthine call center scams. Several people, lured…