Guided by the tenets of government strategy, the Department is diligently collaborating with all key stakeholders aiming to expedite the progress on the much-anticipated Thai-Cambodian collective development region. This information comes courtesy of the department’s deputy CEO, Supalak Parn-anurak. The central focus remains intensifying the natural gas extraction from Erawan gas field, formerly labelled G1/61. By the time we hit the 1st of December this year, it’s envisaged that the everyday production will experience a substantial increase to 600 million cubic feet from an existing 400 million cubic feet. There’s a slight hiccup however; the operator, PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP), recently expressed a certain level of difficulty in achieving these lofty production targets. Several factors are contributing to the delay in production. Among the main culprits is an issue with the crane on the K1 vessel which is integral to the installation of the production platform. With a…
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The prestigious Chulalongkorn University, in a gesture of immense humility and thoughtfulness, collaborates with its Office of Student Affairs and the University Communication Center to bring to life a heartwarming short flick aptly titled “Give Smiles, Not Gifts.” The creative initiative serves as a reflection of graduating students’ true desires on their special day, radiating the touching notion that the “Heart is the best gift.” The film is a heartfelt congrats piece to the 2022 graduates, aligning seamlessly with the campaign intended to suppress the tradition of giving elaborate presents such as floral bouquets and balloons on graduation day. The well-intended attempt is not just to mitigate waste production but also to endorse eco-friendly practices. Ultimately, it aims to reinvent graduation festivities into events characterized by mutual amusement and joyful smiles instead of the traditional gift exchange. Immerse yourself in this short, poignant narrative titled “Give Smiles, Not Gifts” by…
Revamping the face of waste management, VISTEC’s “C-ROS” campaign provides a novel approach to turn zero-waste and trash segregation into an advantageous venture. Through the power of anaerobic fermentation technology, the brainchild of esteemed Rector Jumras Limtrakul embodies an innovative solution that transforms waste into biogas and beneficial microbial substances, as disclosed to The Nation. Unlike conventional methods, C-ROS puts to work specialized microorganisms converting food and organic waste into biogas or fertilizer at a quicker rate. This unparalleled system is capable of yielding from 50,000 to 100,000 baht worth of useful substances from a single ton of food waste, according to Limtrakul. Moreover, catering to the dire need for effective waste management, VISTEC has launched the “SUZDEE” waste processing appliance. This highly efficient machine, equipped with “C-ROS Turbo”, a concentrated natural micro-organism, expedites the process of reducing food waste to zero. Demonstrating versatility, these machines could be conveniently installed…
The struggle against the illegal trade of cultural treasures in Thailand has achieved a ground-breaking success. A collaborative operation led by the police force and the Fine Arts Department apprehended three persons believed to be central figures in this underground network. This covert operation resulted in the arrest of these key suspects and also in reclaiming around 1,000 historical antiquities. Digging deeper into the investigation unearthed a two-pronged operation, one group engaged in unearthing these priceless relics while the other was involved in their marketing. The recovered artefacts are an amalgamation of bronze statues, tattoo equipment, silver currency, cowrie shells and fragments of jewellery, some of which have a history that spans back over a millennium. Unwitting buyers became the owners of these cultural treasures through social media platforms such as Facebook. The police, to ensure these items were genuine, assumed a covert identity and made a purchase of some…
Deeply shaken by an unexplainable tragedy, Somporn, a 48-year-old mother hailing from Thailand, casts a plea for further inquiry into the mysterious demise of her 23-year-old daughter, Thanaporn. Just a single day after her arrival in Japan, Thanaporn’s life was cut tragically short as she plummeted to her death from the eighth floor of a condominium. Somporn solicited the assistance of the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women on the 10th of September, in her fervent quest for answers surrounding her daughter’s untimely death. Citing her financial condition as a barrier, Somporn expressed her inability to physically travel to Japan to unravel the puzzling circumstances leading to her daughter’s fatal incident. She vehemently rejects the Japanese police’s verdict of suicide. Her unwavering belief is grounded in knowing that Thanaporn was in Japan to escalate her financial status, by working as a party entertainer. With dreams of supporting her mother’s aspiration…
Today marked a significant victory in the ongoing battle against illegal narcotics trade as law enforcement authorities, led by a coalition of Thai domestic forces, apprehended several individuals linked to drug trafficking networks operating from Laos to Thailand. This operation yielded a massive confiscation of over 100,000 prohibited substances. These illicit operations were sophisticated, and their modus operandi strained the lines of morality. The traffickers timed their exploits to run parallel with revered Buddhist holy days, a time when Laotian locals exercise restraint and engage in morally upright behaviour. The brisk dawn of the day witnessed Rutthaphon Naowarat, the esteemed chief of Buriram Provincial Police flanked by his deputies Narongsak Phromtha and Kongchat Lueangsomthap, launch an extensive operation. Aided by Wichan Krachangpoth, deputy director of Buriram Provincial Police and head of the narcotics suppression unit, they unveiled plans that sought to purge the streets of the drug menace. This herculean…
Hope for Strays: A Sanctuary in Peril Set amidst the serene locales of Nongprue, on the eastern fringes of Pattaya, Hope for Strays Foundation has ringed in a ray of light for a multitude of forsaken canines for close to a decade and a half. However, in a rather untimely twist, this registered non-profit organization, currently home to over 300 dogs, is fast approaching an uncertain future as the tenure of their land lease ceases to exist in March of the coming year. Subsequently, the need for a new haven for these adorable creatures has become the need of the hour – a challenge that is not short of complications. Over its fifteen-year tenure, the Hope for Strays has been a safe haven for countless deserted, mistreated, and uncared-for dogs. Throughout the span of the past seven years, these unfortunate animals found solace at the shelter, with a loving, nurturing…
Perched within the labyrinthine confines of a bustling mall located in the vibrant city of Chon Buri, sits a theatre where two transwomen, Cher, 27, and Joy, 26, were subjected to an unprovoked assault. Their story, a harrowing tale of prejudice and inequality, found an audience with the popular newspaper, ThaiRath. Their attacker, a man whose arrogance was cloaked in a claim of possessing connections with influential police officers, was brought to light by the victims’ courageous sharing. The incident was triggered by a simple, innocuous request. Cher and Joy were merely trying to enjoy their cinematic experience when the incessant chatter of two men and a woman disrupted the tranquil dark. After enduring more than half an hour of this unnecessary discord, they innocently asked those involved to please lower their voices. Their request was met with a vulgarity-laden tirade, derogatory comments, and a surprising level of anger. Disturbing…
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, has recently voiced his utmost confidence in his second-in-command, Chada Thaiset, and his ability to successfully take on mafia-style gangs. The aim is to weaken their undue influence over local administrative bodies across the vivid landscapes of Thailand. The 56 year old statesman provided Thaiset with a nationwide duty last week. The directive involves the careful examination of all influential local leaders suspected of ties with mafia-like organizations and effectively blacklist them if any such links emerge. This strategic move is designed to gradually wipe out nefarious mafia influence across the nation. This enforcement directive comes on the heels of a distressing event that took place at a dinner gathering at the fancy residence of a notable local leader in the tranquil Mueang district of Nakhon Pathom late last week. The incident revolved around a shots fired incident involving a…
Popular YouTuber, Nutty’s Diary, embroiled in a controversial investment fraud to the tune of over 2 billion baht, has declared her readiness to turn herself in to the law enforcement authorities. She also voiced out plans to pay back the victims of the scandal. The case, which already has upwards of 30 accusers and an arrest warrant issued on September 10, stemmed from accusations of Nutty’s fictitious Forex trading venture. On her YouTube channel, Nutty, 29, often posed as a seasoned Forex trader to her mighty 800,000-strong audience, urging them to plunge into the world of Forex investment. Nattamon “Nutty” Khongchak is alleged to have duped over 6,000 victims. Following the finger-pointing and scandalizing, the influencer hastily disappeared from Thailand. At present, she stands accused of parting victims with a whopping 2 billion baht from the phony Forex scheme. Just a while ago, Nutty’s Diary came out with an update…