The dugong calf, currently under the careful watch of the Natural Resources and Environment Institute at Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya’s Trang Campus, has captured the hearts of many. (Photo courtesy of the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources) Amid the serene backdrop of Koh Poda in Krabi, an unexpected visitor caused quite a stir—a young dugong calf found itself alone, in need of urgent care. Tourists first discovered the calf on a sunny Saturday, prompting immediate notification to the officials at the Andaman Sea Lower Marine and Coastal Resources Research Centre. Pinsak Suraswadi, the vigilant director-general of the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, recounted the swift actions taken thereafter. Following the alert, the officials wasted no time. The calf received preliminary aid before being transported to a higher level of care at the Natural Resources and Environment Institute at Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya’s Trang Campus, located in…
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CHIANG MAI: Local authorities are on an intense search for the body of a Korean man who mysteriously vanished into the serene waters of the Ping River in Muang district this past Sunday. The officers from Chang Phueak Police Station were alerted when he was last seen entering the river across from the bustling Wang Sing Kham ice factory in tambon Pa Tan. At the site, the police discovered the man’s belongings neatly laid out—a pair of muddy leather shoes, a pair of light brown trousers, and a passport belonging to the 44-year-old South Korean, Won Chang. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remained rather murky, leading police to speculate that the tourist may have been grappling with some serious personal issues. Eyewitnesses recounted a series of peculiar events that unfolded before Won Chang’s descent into the river. According to onlookers, he arrived in a tuk-tuk, a common yet charming mode…
Key figures from the once-prominent Move Forward Party have made a bold comeback, rallying the masses last Friday in Bangkok to announce their new political sanctuary: the People’s Party. At this spirited event, People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut stood second from left, beaming with optimism. (Photo courtesy of Apichart Jinakul) However, Monday brought a wave of contention. The secretary-general of the Election Commission (EC), Sawang Boonmee, swiftly dismissed a challenge questioning the People’s Party’s legitimacy. Critics had alleged that the reincarnated Move Forward Party hadn’t met legal requirements. But Sawang, doubling as the political party registrar, provided clarification. He confidently stated that the People’s Party, formerly known as the Thinkakhaochaovilai Party, had recently conducted a meeting to inaugurate branches across all regions of Thailand, a necessary step to uphold its political status. While these new branches were promptly reported, Sawang noted that the verification process takes time. Consequently, updates hadn’t…
Over the weekend, law enforcement descended upon an aluminium-smelting factory nestled in Thailand’s Nakhon Pathom province, casting a sharp eye on potentially hazardous activities. It was a bustling scene, dotted with diligent police officers and industrial works officials as they seized a staggering 14,400 tonnes of perilous aluminium dross from two smelting sites situated in proximate Nakhon Pathom and Samut Sakhon provinces, not far from the vibrant hub of Bangkok. Pol Col Arun Wacharasisukanya, the vigilant deputy commander of the Natural Resources and Environmental Crime Division, divulged the thrilling turn of events that began on a seemingly ordinary Saturday. Highway police officers in Nakhon Pathom had flagged down a heavily-laden semi-trailer truck, surreptitiously transporting voluminous bags of aluminium dross sans the necessary permissions. The truck was en route to an aluminium factory in the Muang district of Samut Sakhon, setting off a chain of unexpected discoveries. With a sharpened sense…
Imagine a world where farmers, internet influencers, and street vendors receive the same level of welfare and protection as traditional employees. Well, that dream is one step closer to reality, thanks to a revolutionary bill the government is pushing to improve the quality of life and offer welfare protection for about 20 million informal workers. This monumental change could reshape the landscape for independent workers, from internet personalities to food delivery riders, who currently find themselves outside the safety net of the formal economy. Labour Ministry spokesman Phumiphat Mueanchan announced this groundbreaking initiative, stating that the ministry is fast-tracking the bill to the cabinet for prior approval before it’s brought to parliament. This proposed legislation aims to bring a wide spectrum of independent workers under a formal social welfare scheme. Think of farmers, freelancers, street vendors, artists, YouTubers, influencers, and food delivery riders—this bill aims to cover them all, offering…
Immigration police launched a dramatic raid on an illicit casino nestled within a hotel in Nonthaburi last November, uncovering an underworld of high-stakes gambling. (Police photo) The government is now forging ahead with groundbreaking legislation that could see a seismic shift in the country’s entertainment landscape. According to well-placed government sources, the Finance Ministry’s draft of the Entertainment Complex Act is now ready for the next phase: public scrutiny. As mandated by Section 77 of the constitution, this critical bill will be subject to a thorough public hearing, ensuring that the voices of citizens are heard before it proceeds to the final frontier—the cabinet’s discerning table. Previously, the government has expressed an affinity towards the concept of integrated entertainment complexes, especially those housing casinos. Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has announced that today’s coalition party meeting at Government House will shine a spotlight on the entertainment complex…
Last month in the vibrant, bustling city of Bangkok, a unique promotional event took center stage, aimed at turning the controversial blackchin tilapia into a culinary delight for locals. This campaign, captured by the lens of Apichart Jinakul, sought to address the growing concern over the invasive fish species that’s been wreaking havoc across Thailand’s waterways. In a bold move to tackle this ecological menace, the Lawyers Council of Thailand is gearing up for a battle in the courtroom. They plan to sue private firms and state agencies that have allegedly allowed the blackchin tilapia—an infamous invader from West Africa—to spread unchecked through the country’s rivers and lakes. On a sunny Sunday, an industrious team of lawyers took their mission to Wat Khao Yi San in Samut Songkhram’s picturesque Amphawa district. Here, amid the temple’s serene surroundings, residents who have suffered at the fins of the blackchin tilapia were invited…
Rescue workers and officials meticulously examined the crash site in Phi Mai district, Nakhon Ratchasima, on a serene Monday morning. The photos, taken by Prasit Tangprasert, capture the intensity and aftermath of this startling event. In a miraculous turn of events in Nakhon Ratchasima, a woman behind the wheel of a brand-new BMW found herself walking away unscathed from a dramatic crash that could have had far worse consequences. The incident took place on the well-traveled Phimai-Chumphuang Road in the early hours of Monday, around 6:49 AM, in the quiet tambon Rangka Yai. The sequence of events was dramatically captured on CCTV footage, which revealed the white BMW with distinctive red plates approaching a curve at a concerning speed. Sparks flew as the undercarriage made harsh contact with the tarmac; the vehicle then plummeted off the road, spun out of control, and collided forcefully with a roadside power pole. The…
Rescue workers and officials gathered under the early morning sun of Phi Mai district, Nakhon Ratchasima, on Monday to examine the startling crash site. (Photos: Prasit Tangprasert) In a twist of fate that seemed almost miraculous, a woman emerged unscathed from what could have been a fatal accident. Her new BMW, which still sported its temporary red plates, went careening off a curve and slammed into a power pole. The accident took place on the Phimai-Chumphuang Road in tambon Rangka Yai, precisely at 6.49am. CCTV footage captured the heart-stopping moment when the white BMW roared toward the curve with too much speed. The vehicle understeered dramatically, sending sparks flying as its undercarriage scraped against the tarmac. Within moments, the car lurched off the roadway, spun out, and collided forcefully with a roadside power pole. The driver was identified as Orakan Petsamrit, a 39-year-old resident of tambon Rangka Yai. As luck…
Residents near the bustling railway tracks in Bangkok’s Phaya Thai district are calling on the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) to earmark 10% of its expansive 500-rai Makkasan property for them before embarking on a high-speed rail project. This ambitious venture aims to seamlessly connect three major airports: Don Mueang in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi in Samut Prakan, and U-Tapao in Rayong. Last March, the cabinet greenlit a housing initiative designed for low-income residents in communities impacted by the city’s high-speed rail development. This project is a collaborative effort between the SRT, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, and the Community Organisation Development Institute. Chao Kerdaree, a prominent figure in the Bun Romsai community located in Phetchaburi Soi 5, voiced his concerns. “Over 100 households in our community will be affected by this airport link project,” he shared. Many of these residents, originally from rural areas, survive by taking on…