The Poh Teck Tung Foundation is forging a path toward creating lasting and sustainable livelihoods in Udon Thani province, located in northeastern Thailand. The organization has committed to arming poverty-stricken households with job-related tools, launching this as part of an all-encompassing poverty reduction collaborative initiative, designed in partnership with the Community Development Department. A mobile medical unit was also dispatched in the area, offering its services to the public free of charge. The board member and deputy secretary of the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, Surapong Tetraruvichit, presided over a ceremony where they donated substantial, job-related equipment to 27 struggling households in Udon Thani province. This province is the sixth one in the northeastern region to receive such support. These donations, reaching a total value of 672,755 baht, aim to bolster and support the livelihoods of the impoverished families, providing them with the means to sustain themselves and live by the…
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The present atmospheric conditions hitting North, Central, and Northeast regions are a result of the potent monsoon trough, complemented by a forceful Southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea, the Gulf, and across Thailand. The authorities have warned that these harsh weather patterns can result in sudden flash floods and overflows, especially in areas near water bodies and lowlands, thus urging citizens to exercise caution. In the upper regions of the Andaman Sea and the Gulf, the wave height may swell up to 2-3 meters and could exceed 3 meters during thunderstorms. Small boats operating in these regions are advised to remain docked until Sunday and follow the weather updates regularly. Regions listed below are to be affected by heavy to extremely heavy showers in the next few days: Tuesday North: Lush landscapes of Chiang Rai, Lampang, Phayao, and the historical sites in Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. East: Regions…
The rumor mill is awhirl as it appears Pheu Thai Party, one of Thailand’s prominent political factions led by Mr. Srettha, plans on putting forward one of its top-ranking members for an influential Defence Minister role. The long-standing party intends to nominate Sutin Klungsang, who holds significant clout as both a party-list MP and chief whip, for the key defence portfolio, according to early insider reports. However, perceived opposition from the military could compel Pheu Thai to revise their strategy. The party might need to look for a wholly new candidate, potentially an outsider, to compete for the Defence Minister’s position. This maneuver would require the careful calibration of the party’s nominated members to governmental posts, considering the preset quota for such nominations. In this case, it may mean that a currently designated minister or deputy minister position within the party might be on the chopping block. Speculation is rife…
An unforeseen and unnerving incident unfolded in the vicinity of Yarang Municipality Office at around 10:50 p.m. This heart-rending episode took place during the course of a security patrolling mission carried out by a handful of police officers, cruising in an official car, complemented by two intrepid volunteers bracing the night on their motorcycle. The tranquility of that night was abruptly shattered by the nefarious insurgents’ targeted and coordinated assault. As the unsuspecting team of law enforcement officers and volunteers made their way to the scene, the insurgents perpetrated a malicious act of terror. They detonated a potent explosive, wreaking havoc and causing substantial damage to the vehicles of these brave protectors of peace. But the malevolent insurgents, their hearts devoid of any respect for the sanctity of human life, were not finished. Tightly gripping their lethal military-grade weapons, they unleashed a brutal onslaught of gunfire. Tragically, one of the…
The alliance of partners at Map Ta Phut and Smart Park industrial estates in the Eastern Economic Corridor is taking steps towards a cleaner, greener future, confirmed by IEAT Governor Veeris Ammarapala on Tuesday. These prominent industrial areas, swarming with innovation, are conducting detailed studies on the potential role of hydrogen fuel in powering electric buses and contributing to the overall energy generation capacity. This exciting development promises a transformational change in how we view energy production and consumption. The collaborators involved in this ambitious plan include Bangkok Industrial Gas, Hitachi Zosen Corporation, PTT, Thai Takasago, Toyota Motor Thailand, and Toyota Tsusho (Thailand), all bringing their unique expertise and perspectives to the table. These forward-thinking corporates are not only considering future energy solutions but also observing the establishment of clean-energy firms within the industrial estates, along with setting guidelines for seamless transactions. Overall, the study is in line with Thailand’s…
Renowned ecologist from the Department of Fisheries, Ratnavali Poosawat, stated: “Our vast oceans are a vital component in the Earth’s climate system, soaking up almost 90% of the planet’s heat. As the Earth’s temperature rises due to global warming, the ocean’s power to absorb CO2 is affected, leading to a 30% decrease in oxygen levels. This drop in oxygen, in turn, leads to a phenomenon known as ‘ocean acidification’.” According to Ratnavali, global warming not only alters wind patterns but also has detrimental effects on the ocean’s water quality. When you couple this with human-made problems like pollution, marine life is the one that suffers the most. With less fish in the seas, mammals that rely on seafood start to struggle for sustenance. Naturally, this ripple effect also disturbs the human food chain and impacts our food sources. Ratnavali further explained that with the average annual sea levels rising by…
Unveiling in the latest chapter of “Tropical Natural History” – the 23rd issue, an intriguing discovery merits our attention. The scholarly article narrates a tale of discovery by a team of devoted researchers from Thailand, headed by no other than Pan Yeesin. As a prominent member of the Technology and Industries Department within the confines of Prince of Songkla University’s Faculty of Science and Technology in Pattani province, Pan has been making strides and making headlines. This exciting discovery did not happen in isolation. There was an unfettered scientific partnership with fellow scientists from the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Natural History Museum in Songkhla province, alongside the venerable Professor Peter Ng. The latter serves as an eminent scholar from the National University of Singapore’s Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, a globally recognized institution for biodiversity research. The spotlight of their research captures the unique ‘Geosesarma Todaeng’ vampire crabs. These…
In a highly attended meeting that took place on Monday, prominent airlines and governing bodies convened to evaluate and strategize the current flight dynamics in Thailand. They also deliberated over new schemes that would instigate a much-needed surge in the tourism sector, particularly for the forthcoming bustling holiday season. Leading airlines including Thai Airways, Thai VietJet Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia X, Thai Smile Airways, Bangkok Airways, Thai Lion Air, and Nok Air made their significant presence felt at the crucial meeting. The meeting also witnessed participation from the AOT (Airports of Thailand) and CAAT (Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand). A series of strategic proposals were presented by the airlines, AOT and CAAT to boost air traffic, including a surge of at least 20% in flight frequency, expanding the aircraft capacity to welcome more passengers and targeting big markets like China and India for tourism. There were also discussions surrounding…
In the small hours of the recent Tuesday morning, the typically serene Laem Chabang deep seaport in Tambon Thung Sukla of Si Racha district was suddenly disrupted by an unexpected event. A massive container weighing about 9 tonnes, containing hazardous acidic chemicals, was set ablaze. These containers, particularly this one, are customarily used to house high-risk goods and this one was stored securely on the grounds of the JWD Company located inside the seaport compound. The Office of the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry was the first to confirm the incident, through an announcement given by Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong. A meticulous examination of the situation revealed that the burning container housed approximately 378 boxes of organic peroxides, a group of acidic chemicals notorious for their high-risk nature, with each box weighing an estimated 18 kilograms. Despite the swift response and action of firefighting personnel who extinguished the flames rapidly, a…
The Thailand Meteorological Department has issued a surge of concern due to the looming thunderstorm warning sweeping across 45 provinces, threatening to engulf 60% of Bangkok. This weather turmoil is a result of the low-pressure area building over the Bay of Bengal, overturning the tranquility of Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand with a moderately robust southwestern monsoon blowing over the Andaman Sea. The aged azure skies of the northern, northeastern, eastern, and western southern regions have been traded for melancholic grayness and tempestuous thunderstorms. Stalwart torrents of rain, heavy enough to make Poseidon himself proud, threaten to bring about floodlike conditions. Those residing along the topographical veins of these areas where water flows freely, mountainous and low-lying zones, are advised to remain vigilant and cautious. Traveling through these tempest-infused areas should be a journey undertaken with meticulous caution. The nautical crowd isn’t safe either. Straddling the crests of the…