The morning of Tuesday painted a somber picture in Lom Sak district of Phetchabun as students, teachers, and a dedicated rescue worker found themselves wading through relentless floodwater. The vivid scene, captured by Soonthorn Kongwarakom, highlighted the community’s struggle against nature’s unforgiving hand. The picturesque Pa Sak River, usually a serene waterway, had turned into an untamed beast, flooding around 600 homes in this northern province. According to disaster mitigation officials, the continuous heavy rainfall in the catchment area was the culprit, leading the river to overflow its banks once again – the third instance of such calamity this year. The water levels surged to about half a meter above the riverbanks, mercilessly pouring into the nearby villages numbered 2, 3, 4, 8, and 11. Without any robust flood embankments to fend off the deluge, residents watched helplessly as their homes and shops were submerged under 50-60 centimeters of water.…
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The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is gearing up to revise the anti-domestic violence law, highlighting an increasing fragility within Thai society that leaves it susceptible to household abuse. Minister Varawut Silpa-archa disclosed that a significant focus of the ministry’s monthly meeting on Monday was amending the Victims of Domestic Violence Protection Act, BE 2550. Minister Varawut detailed that the proposed draft is grounded in comprehensive data compiled by the Human Security Emergency Management Centre (HuSEC). The statistics from HuSEC reveal that financial strain, family disputes, and domestic violence top the list of issues reported each month. He pointed out that economic hardships, coupled with other challenging circumstances, have spurred a rise in violent incidents, affecting individuals of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly. Cognizant of this escalating problem, the ministry is fast-tracking the legislative amendment to bolster domestic stability. According to Minister Varawut, the revised law…
In the vibrant tapestry of the Kaeng Krachan National Park’s verdant expanse, a group of committed officers could be seen patrolling the lush rice fields of Karen villagers near Bang Kloi Lang village in 2021. This picturesque settlement lies within the prestigious boundaries of the Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex, recognized globally as a World Heritage site. However, a specter of concern looms large over this tranquil setting as the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has raised alarms regarding two contentious bills that aim to preserve indigenous peoples’ rights to their ancestral land. The DNP, under the stewardship of chief Attapol Charoenshunsa, vehemently argues that the proposals threaten the integrity of Thailand’s pristine forest reserves. In Charoenshunsa’s words, the bills, brought forward by civil rights group P-Move and the Ministry of Culture, could open the floodgates to forest encroachment by what he terms “forest encroachers and capitalists.”…
In a ceremony marked by excellence and anticipation, the Ministry of Public Health, spearheaded by the diligent Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, showcased its commitment to superior standards. The occasion? The FDA Quality Award 2024, graciously hosted by the vigilant Food and Drug Administration, Ministry of Public Health. The highlight of the event was the prestigious acknowledgment bestowed upon Mali Group 1962 Company Limited. Represented by their exceptionally driven Vice President, Pitchayatep Yuktasevi, the company walked away with the award for outstanding food enterprise in the year 2024. This accolade is a significant feather in the cap for Mali Group, renowned for churning out top-tier dairy and milk products that satiate countless taste buds daily. Mali Group has carved out a reputable niche in the market, ensuring that every product meets the highest quality standards. Under its widely loved brands—Mali, Birdwings, and Orchid—the company continues to innovate and nourish, solidifying its position…
In the latest wave of electoral excitement, the powerful “Ban Yai” political families have once more demonstrated their dominance, clinching victories in the election of provincial administration organization (PAO) chairs across three notable provinces: Ayutthaya, Chai Nat, and Phayao. These riveting PAO contests were vibrant battlegrounds as candidates aligned with major government parties—Bhumjaithai, United Thai Nation Party, and Pheu Thai Party—emerged as the unofficial winners. In the storied province of Ayutthaya, the seasoned political powerhouse Somsong Phancharoenworakul savored a decisive triumph. With a remarkable record under her belt as a five-time chairwoman of the Ayutthaya PAO, Somsong left her contender, Watcharapong Radomsittipat, in the dust. Watcharapong, a former chairman of the tambon Ban Mai administrative organization (TAO), ran under the Kao Mai Ayutthaya group and adopted the invigorating hue of orange, reminiscent of the Move Forward Party. However, Somsong’s unyielding influence was apparent as she amassed an impressive 245,457 votes…
Minor International Public Company Limited (MINT) reported a remarkable net profit of THB 3,969 million for the first half of 2024, reflecting an impressive 74% jump compared to the same period in 2023. This stellar profit growth leverages last year’s strong net profit base and showcases the resilience of MINT’s robust business model amidst a buoyant global travel industry. MINT’s core profit for the first half of 2024, excluding extraordinary items, exhibited a solid 22% year-on-year increase. In the second quarter of 2024, MINT achieved a record-breaking performance with core profit soaring to THB 3,230 million, marking an 8% year-on-year surge. This growth was predominantly driven by the flourishing operations of their hotels in Europe and the Americas at the onset of their high season. Both business and leisure demands remained robust across MINT’s hotel portfolio in these regions, with second-quarter 2024 Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) for owned and…
Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited alongside Bangchak Sriracha Public Company Limited (previously known as Esso (Thailand) Public Company Limited) extends a warm invitation to all Esso Smiles members to seamlessly transfer their points to Bangchak GreenMiles by August 31, 2024, to maintain their splendid benefits. Post this deadline, the Esso Smiles programme will conclude, rendering Esso Smiles cards and points null and void for any perks. Luckily, members can still relish numerous benefits at over 2,200 Bangchak and former Esso service stations scattered across the nation. Bangchak GreenMiles points open the door to an array of delightful benefits, including fuel discounts and access to Bangchak business group products. Unique bonuses like the “Same Price campaign” cheer up members by providing bonus points equivalent to any fuel price surges on the initial day of price hikes, alongside the regular points. Furthermore, members can easily swap their points for perks from leading…
In 2021, Kaeng Krachan National Park officers patrolled the rice fields of Karen villagers near the Bang Kloi Lang village—a picturesque place nested within the Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex World Heritage site. The serene beauty of these fields, however, belies a simmering tension between the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) and proponents of two controversial bills aimed at safeguarding indigenous people’s rights to their land. The DNP, led by Attapol Charoenshunsa, has voiced staunch opposition to these bills, arguing that they would severely hamper efforts to conserve Thailand’s treasured forests. Charoenshunsa contends that the passing of the bills, proposed by civil rights group P-Move and the Ministry of Culture, could result in the wholesale destruction of forest reserves, handing over swathes of protected land to what he describes as “forest encroachers and capitalists.” “The proposed legislation would merely incentivize further encroachment into protected forest areas,” Charoenshunsa…
From left: Mr. Ravis Haetanurak, Dr. Pramote Rienjaroensuk, Mr. Marcel Gut, Mr. Chin Chinawut, Mr. Arun Shukla, Ms. Araya Wathanyupharp, and Mr. Adjaranat Siphaya. Maurice Lacroix, the epitome of luxury Swiss watchmaking, dazzled watch aficionados on July 26, 2024, as they unveiled their stunning 2024 models. The grand reveal, featuring the new QUARTZ COLLECTION and the FIABA TRIO SPECIAL EDITION 2024 for women, took place at the Maurice Lacroix booth in the chic Fashion Hall during the prestigious SIAM PARAGON WATCH & JEWELRY EXPO 2024. Esteemed guests and media personalities gathered to witness this exquisite launch. The launch event was graced by the presence of Mr. Marcel Gut, Global Commercial Director of Maurice Lacroix, who jetted in from Switzerland to personally inaugurate the ceremony. With him was Mr. Ravis Haetanurak, Manager Area Sales Indochina, who enthusiastically shared the intricate details of the latest QUARTZ COLLECTION with the eager audience. Attendees…
The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is taking significant steps to revise the anti-domestic violence law, driven by the increasing fragility and susceptibility of Thai society to household abuse. Minister Varawut Silpa-archa revealed that a key topic at the ministry’s monthly meeting was the revision of the Victims of Domestic Violence Protection Act, BE 2550. Delving deeper, Minister Varawut explained that the proposed changes are grounded in insightful data from the Human Security Emergency Management Centre (HuSEC). HuSEC’s reports highlight financial struggles, family disputes, and domestic violence as the three most commonly reported issues each month. Minister Varawut acknowledged that economic difficulties, coupled with other stressors, have exacerbated the incidence of domestic violence, affecting individuals from the youngest children to the elderly. He emphasized that, in response to these challenges, the ministry is fast-tracking the amendment process to bolster domestic stability. The intention behind the amended law is…