At the heart of a spirited press conference at the Palang Pracharath Party’s headquarters in bustling Bangkok, Deputy Palang Pracharath Party leader Paiboon Nititawan stood flanked by supporters, exuding a determined resolve. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) The scene had been set this past Wednesday when the Constitutional Court dismissed a petition causing a political buzz. This petition sought the court’s verdict on the contentious 2001 Thai-Cambodian memorandum of understanding (MoU) concerning joint development in the Gulf of Thailand—a long-debated issue with significant stakes for both nations involved. Paiboon Nititawan had been the torchbearer of this petition, arguing that the MoU had sidestepped parliamentary approval before its signing, rendering it unconstitutional. Initially crafted for the Department of Treaties and Legal Affairs and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in brokering maritime interests with Cambodia, the 2001 MoU has been a cornerstone in the lengthy negotiations. Yet, Paiboon’s contention struck at the very core.…
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Rescuers are swiftly clearing the compacted soil from a collapsed trench where a Cambodian worker had been buried alive. This incident unfolded in Pattaya on Wednesday, and it had everyone holding their breath—quite literally. The dramatic rescue took place under the scorching Thai sun, witnessed by a slew of onlookers, their hearts palpitating with anxiety. According to a Facebook post by JS100 Radio, the rescue was nothing short of miraculous. The 28-year-old worker, identified as Jin, found himself in a dire predicament while laboring in a drainage channel in front of Wat Boon Samphan in tambon Nong Phrue, located in Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district. One moment he was working, the next, the trench, a behemoth at 5 meters deep, gave way, entombing him in an avalanche of moist earth. When heroes-in-orange from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation arrived, they encountered a scene of desperate urgency. Metal tools had been tossed…
Phuket’s Kwaeng Court has unveiled its full ruling, absolving a Swiss man named Urs Fehr, accused of kicking a woman doctor on the steps of Yamu beach on the night of February 24 this year. The court decided in favor of the 45-year-old defendant, citing insufficient evidence presented by the complainants to substantiate the claimed physical assault. The decision, delivered on Tuesday and made public on Wednesday, centers around the events of that fateful night at Yamu beach in Phuket’s Thalang district. Mr. Fehr, who also goes by David, was alleged to have kicked Dr. Thandao Chandam, 26, in the back while she and a friend enjoyed the full moon from the beach steps near Fehr’s rented villa. Mr. Fehr initially insisted he had mistaken the doctor and her friend for trespassers on his property, adding that he had slipped on the steps. According to the freshly released ruling, video…
Silpakorn University Bangkok, in an exciting collaboration with the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, and the engaging platform Roamingelephants.com, is set to host a groundbreaking seminar. This event aims to foster cooperation with the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), a global organization dedicated to leveraging culture as a powerhouse for sustainable economic development. For Thailand, this marks a historic milestone as the country makes its debut at such an event under the prestigious umbrella of the United Nations General Assembly. Mr. Prasop Riangngoen, the dynamic Director-General of the Department of Cultural Promotion, expressed his enthusiasm: “This is Thailand’s inaugural step as a UCLG member in promoting Culture 21 on the world stage. It is a fascinating opportunity to showcase Thailand’s cultural potential and its pivotal role in steering sustainable development. Cultural issues are increasingly recognized at international meetings, including the recent UN General Assembly, which in December…
Midea Thailand, a global titan in air conditioning systems and household appliances, made a grand appearance at the Bangkok RHVAC and Bangkok E&E 2024 event. The company flaunted its cutting-edge innovations in cooling solutions and home gadgets, giving business leaders and top-tier entrepreneurs a sneak peek into the future of technology. This spectacular event, themed “ONE STOP SOLUTIONS for Net Zero Future,” aims to propel businesses towards sustainability. Held from September 4th to 7th, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) Bangna, it was an event you couldn’t afford to miss. Thanawat Wongcharnwut, the Deputy General Manager of MD Consumer Appliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd., affectionately known as Midea Thailand, shared, “Midea Thailand has brought together an assortment of cooling systems and home appliances to display at Bangkok RHVAC and Bangkok E&E 2024 under the theme ‘ONE STOP SOLUTIONS for Net Zero Future.’ We’re spotlighting products that marry…
On what seemed like an ordinary Tuesday afternoon, the tranquil shores of Karon Beach in Phuket took a grim turn. Police and rescue workers gathered near a ditch adjacent to the iconic Naga statue, discovering the lifeless body of a young Russian man. Karon Police Station’s Pol Capt Pheerawat Yodtor conveyed the unsettling details. “We believe this young man, found only in a pair of shorts, was killed elsewhere and his body hastily discarded here,” he said. It was about 1 PM when the haunting discovery was reported. The sight and circumstances surrounding the body left everyone on edge. The young man, later identified only by his first name, Ilia, bore the marks of a vicious assault. There were grievous wounds near his eyes, significant bruising around his left ear, and deep cuts on his arms. It wasn’t a stretch to conclude that he had been fiercely bludgeoned with a…
In a ceremony filled with reverence and solemnity, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra paid her respects to a portrait of His Majesty the King as she officially received royal endorsement as Thailand’s 31st prime minister. This momentous occasion took place at the Pheu Thai Party headquarters on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Bangkok, on August 18. (Photo: Government House) His Majesty the King has given his approval to the 35-member cabinet proposed by the newly appointed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The eagerly anticipated lineup was officially published in the Royal Gazette on Wednesday, marking a new chapter in Thailand’s political landscape. The notable shift includes Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stepping into the defense minister role while handing over the commerce ministry to Pheu Thai adviser and former energy minister, Pichai Naripthaphan. This reshuffle indicates a strategic realignment within the government, aiming to bolster both domestic and international pursuits. Out of the 35…
The intricate web of political drama continues to swirl around former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Recently, Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong declared that the Department of Corrections (DoC) lacks the authority to demand CCTV footage from the Police General Hospital, where Thaksin was previously hospitalized. This statement followed a fiery dispute between the DoC’s director-general and Seri Ruam Thai Party leader Pol Gen Sereepisuth Temeeyaves concerning whether Thaksin received preferential treatment during his time on the hospital’s elite 14th floor. Pol Col Tawee clarified that the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is currently investigating the matter. He detailed the protocol for determining the conditions of detention, specifying that the court could issue orders for confinement in one of three places: a prison, a hospital, or another approved facility. The Justice Minister elaborated that “other places of confinement” might include any secure location provided by a security agency, a measure necessitated by the…
Star Beach Property Co., Ltd. is ecstatic to unveil its most prestigious condominium project to date, “Pier22 @Bangtao Beach,” nestled in the breathtakingly beautiful locale of Bangtao Beach, Phuket. Exuding sheer elegance and ultimate relaxation, this new venture is encapsulated by the vivid slogan, “Coastal Charms Await,” promising residents an exquisite blend of seaside serenity and modern luxury. At the press conference, a beaming Woraphont Thanakornmetha, Deputy Managing Director of Star Beach Property Co., Ltd., couldn’t contain his excitement. He declared, “With over 20 years of prowess in real estate development, Star Beach Property Co., Ltd. has successfully launched condominium and apartment projects throughout Bangkok, boasting a combined value exceeding 3.5 billion THB under our subsidiary, Triple Co., Ltd. Recognizing the vast opportunities in Phuket, we’re thrilled to introduce the Pier22 @Bangtao Beach project.” Project Highlights Strategically perched near both Bangtao and Surin beaches, the luxury condominium development of Pier22…
On a vibrant Tuesday, Anutin Charnvirakul, the dynamic leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, radiated confidence as he anticipated the new government’s embrace of the party’s progressive pro-cannabis policy. Anutin is keen to resume implementing the policy from where former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin left off. In a notable twist back in July, a compromise was reached with Srettha regarding the cannabis issue; he directed the drafting of a bill regulating the plant specifically for medical, research, and development purposes. This marked a dramatic shift from the previous government’s push to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic drug. Determined and unwavering, Mr. Anutin emphasized the urgency in passing the cannabis control bill that aims to stringently regulate the use of cannabis, with the dual goals of promoting public health and fostering dutiful research. This proposal is one among six significant policies that Bhumjaithai is pitching to the ruling Pheu Thai Party, hoping…