Ahead of Valentine's Day, couples get all-clear for normal sex
Health director-general Suwannachai Wattanayingcharoenchai on Wednesday said that those who had exposed themselves to Covid-risk areas should consider taking rapid antigen tests before having normal sex. The department advised couples to behave prudently during sex ahead of Valentine’s Day. Young couples are known to celebrate the occasion by having sex. Last year, eyebrows were raised over the department’s Valentine’s Day advice to couples to wear masks at all times and refrain from facing each other during sex as a safety measure against contracting the Sars-CoV-2 virus. “Lovers and couples who have immunity and who have assessed themselves to be safe or who have checked themselves with ATKs, can have mutual activities safely, like dining together and having sex,” Suwannachai said.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 11, 2022 01:38 UTC
Ministry opens four channels to report crimes in educational institutions
Complaints and emergency alerts over safety and crimes can be made directly to the Ministry of Education’s Safety Centre through four online channels, She said. Apart from the MoE Safety Centre application, alerts can be made to the website addressed at www.MOESafetyCenter.com; LINE @MOESafetyCenter and call centre 0-2126-6565.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 10, 2022 19:45 UTC
Asia Pacific set to become world’s largest data centre region over next decade
Asia Pacific set to become world’s largest data centre region over next decadeAsia Pacific’s data centre market continues to grow at a relentless pace and is set to become the world’s largest data centre region over the next decade. According to Cushman & Wakefield’s latest 2022 Data Centre Global Market Comparison report, Singapore, Hong Kong and Sydney are ranked among the top 10 data centre markets in the world. The largest data centre market in the world, Northern Virginia, again finished on top of the overall standings for a third consecutive year. Singapore tops the Asia Pacific ranking (2nd globally), moving up two spots globally from 2021, while Hong Kong comes in 2nd in Asia Pacific (6th globally), rejoining the top 10 after missing out last year. Both established and emerging markets will see continued large-scale requirements for capacity by all participants,” said Todd Olson, Managing Director, Japan & Korea, and Head of Asia Pacific Data Centre Practice Group at Cushman & Wakefield.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2022 14:44 UTC
Bhumjaithai stands by boycott on rail plan
Bhumjaithai stands by boycott on rail planThe Bhumjaithai Party, a main government coalition partner, says it boycotted Tuesday's cabinet meeting over a controversial proposal to extend the Green Line railway concession and will continue to express its opposition until the party's demands about the proposal are met. According Mr Paradorn, the Transport Ministry is still awaiting documents previously requested from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) regarding the Green Line extension. "Not attending the cabinet meeting is the party's way of ensuring a good atmosphere prevails at the meeting and that coalition partners can work well together and without conflicts," he said. The seven cabinet members of the Bhumjaithai Party had on Monday informed the secretariat of the cabinet about their intention not to attend Tuesday's meeting, he said. A source, who is a high-level executive at the BMA, said all of the questions raised by Bhumjaithai have already been answered by the BMA.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2022 05:51 UTC
Marijuana and hemp extracts are officially off narcotics list
The announcement, signed by Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, stipulated that the plants that are on the Category 5 narcotics list are:1. Opium (Papaver somniferum L., Papaver bracteatum Lindl., or other plants in the same family that provide opium alkaloids)2. Psilocybin, or magic mushroom (Psilocybe cubensis [Earle] Singer, or other plants in the same family that provide psilocybin or psilocin)3. Cannabis (marijuana) or hemp extracts, except for:A) Extracts from cannabis or hemp grown domestically that have tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) of less than 0.2 per cent of its weightB) Extracts from the seeds of cannabis or hemp grown domestically.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 10, 2022 03:33 UTC
Economic growth in 2022 no mean feat
Growth will stem from three factors: first, the recovery from two slow years of low growth; second, the reduced impact of the Omicron variant and the high vaccination rate; and finally, world economic growth. All of these projections were made before the International Monetary Fund (IMF) slashed its global economic growth outlook for 2022 from the 4.9% it predicted in October 2021 to the 4.4% it forecast last month. No 1: High inflation rates. Inflation retards economic growth by reducing consumption. The IMF has lowered its forecast for US economic growth by 1.2% because the agency assumes the Fed will raise interest rates by 1% this year.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2022 01:02 UTC
Building a better future
Building a better futureFinance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith addresses the 'Future of Growth: Thailand Vision 2030' virtual conference as its keynote speaker to mark the 20th anniversry of 'Post Today'. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith has outlined eight areas Thailand needs to work on over the next decade to raise the country's competitiveness. Digital technologies have played a key role in the past two years especially in payment systems, peer-to-peer lending and cloud funding, Mr Arkhom told the gathering. Mr Arkhom said the country must also create a social safety net, especially for grassroots people, and promote savings among the workforce to help them meet their future living needs. Last but not least, Mr Arkhom said policymakers must also ensure fiscal sustainability by increasing efficiency in revenue collection and expanding tax bases.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2022 00:37 UTC
If you don’t work from home, you must get vaccinated: Medical Dept chief
However, he said, office workers should be aware that Covid-19 vaccines can reduce the risk of developing severe symptoms, not entirely preventing infection. Mask wearing: wearing medical or fabric type face masks or both, with the fabric type on the outside. Hand washing: washing one’s hands regularly with alcohol spray or gel before and after touching objects. Testing: checking body temperature and taking a Covid-19 test. Thai Chana: checking in and out using this application.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 09, 2022 14:36 UTC
XSpring enters 2022 with plans to turn into a comprehensive financial solutions provider
Targeting one-third market shareIn 2022, XSpring will move deeper into the digital asset business via its subsidiary XSpring Digital, operator of the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) Portal. To this end, XSpring Digital will work with Coinbase, a US-based leading digital exchange platform and digital asset custodian to create an integrated service system. At the same time, XSpring gives high value to asset management and plans to expand the business, especially in the new area of digital asset fund manager. "XSpring expects to secure a digital asset fund manager’s licence from the SEC in the second quarter of 2022. The licence will also allow XSpring to engage in securities brokerage, securities dealing, and securities underwriting of investment units.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 09, 2022 10:32 UTC
Angry truckers vow not to roll over
Trucks stop along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road near the Energy Ministry on Tuesday as part of a renewed protest urging action over high fuel prices. Lorry drivers yesterday gathered outside the Energy Ministry on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road to stage a "Truck Power Final Season" protest. He also said the LTFT will consider raising transport fees by 15-20% to reflect the increase in diesel prices to 30 baht per litre. The government agreed to cap the diesel price at 30 baht from November last year to March this year using the Oil Fund to implement a price subsidy. Mr Withoon said his group had no plans to pressure the energy minister into resigning, but they want the minister to help ease their plight as a result of rising fuel costs.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2022 04:47 UTC
Govt 'at odds' over Green Line
Commuters wait to board a train at Khu Khot station on the Green Line in Pathum Thani province on Tuesday. Apichit JinakulPrime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Tuesday insisted that the proposed extension of the Green Line railway concession must be finalised at the next cabinet meeting. He was speaking during Tuesday's cabinet meeting to discuss the 30-year extension and maximum fare of 65 baht, according to a source at the meeting. Interior Minister Anupong Paojinda said that he had received four queries in writing from the Transport Ministry on Monday, but believed they were issues that had already been dealt with. The Green Line is owned by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), and the concessionaire is the Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC).
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2022 04:45 UTC
AssetWise launches 7 new properties plus digital healthcare under ‘Wind of Chance’ strategy
AssetWise has unveiled seven new projects for 2022 under a “Wind of Chance” strategy that includes expansion beyond real estate. The five condos and two housing projects have a total value of 12.4 billion baht and revenue recognition of 6 billion baht. The company expects them to help drive sales revenue above 10 billion baht this year. Meanwhile AssetWise plans to partner with eldercare leader Bangkok Healthcare Service (BHS) to open a rehabilitation centre offering health assessments, treatment, and rehabilitation. By the end of 2021, the company had developed 38 projects worth more than 38 billion baht.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
February 08, 2022 09:16 UTC
Saudi crown prince to visit 'this year'
Saudi crown prince to visit 'this year'Mohammad: Restoring Thai relationsThe Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, will visit Thailand once the government finishes the roadmap to restarting bilateral cooperation between the two kingdoms, Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pramudwinai said on Monday. The roadmap will prioritise cooperation in certain areas, in particular energy and labour, Mr Don said. Once the roadmap is drawn up, the Saudi crown prince will pay Thailand a visit, Mr Don said, adding the visit is likely to take place later in the year. During the visit, he will sign a framework agreement on the implementation of bilateral cooperation in various sectors, Mr Don said, adding the visit will set the tone for the future relationship between Thailand and Saudi Arabia. After Gen Prayut met the Saudi crown prince in Riyadh, he urged government officials in both Thailand and Saudi Arabia to move quickly to turn words into action.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 08, 2022 08:19 UTC
Ex-MP calls for scrutiny of Nate's bid
Mr Nate was reportedly the first person to vie for the NACC seat after the Secretariat of the Senate published a vacancy announcement Jan 31. The Office of the Secretariat of the Senate acts as an administrative office for the NACC selection committee. In his petition, Mr Watchra cited a number of cases to show why Mr Nate's application should not be considered. The first involved Mr Nate's decision not to challenge Panthongtae "Oak" Shinawatra's acquittal on money laundering charges. Mr Watchara said Mr Nate also faces a disciplinary probe over his role in the hit-and-run case involving Red Bull scion Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 08, 2022 03:09 UTC
Prices expected to remain high
Prices expected to remain highCustomers fork out hard earned money buying ever more costly goods in Muang district, Nakhon Ratchasima. (Photo: Prasit Tangprasert)A survey of company CEOs found that the price of goods was expected to remain high for at least three more months because of the high cost of production and fuel, the Federation of Thai Industries announced on Monday. They blamed high prices on the shortage of raw materials and rising costs of production and fuel. "High prices will continue for at least three months or possibly until the end of this year if energy prices remain high," he said. He said the CEOs expected inflation to run at 2-4% this year.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 07, 2022 18:23 UTC