Thammasat rector gives vision for future
Thammasat University rector Gasinee Witoonchart says Thammasat University helps students deal with real-world challenges and equips them with the skills to handle them. Thammasat UniversityThammasat University rector Gasinee Witoonchart has set a vision to create a university for the people and for the future, that will also build solutions to rising global challenges. Under the leadership of Assoc Prof Gasinee, Thammasat University has risen as one of the major players fighting the Covid-19 pandemic. She spent her student years at Thammasat Business School, where she obtained a bachelor's degree in business administration. Thammasat University must be at the forefront to enhance this ability for individuals, organisations, and even society.
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August 15, 2021 23:48 UTC
Temples a refuge for Covid victims
The temple had been running a community isolation centre for a while before the project's launch. The testing team comprises four monks and 15 volunteers. The team was not taking any chances and placed all in the temple's isolation centre. At least 10 other temples in Bangkok are operating community isolation centres. The temple's centre is now functioning as a one-stop facility where tests and an isolation programme are run in tandem.
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August 15, 2021 23:26 UTC
No Messi, no problem as Barcelona take 'leap into unknown' with victory
No Messi, no problem as Barcelona take 'leap into unknown' with victoryAt the double: Barcelona's Danish forward Martin Braithwaite celebrates after scoring his second goal. MADRID: Barcelona started life without Lionel Messi by defeating Real Sociedad 4-2 in their La Liga opener at the Camp Nou on Sunday even if fans admitted it felt like "a leap into the unknown". Six-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi called time on his two-decade career at Barcelona last week and moved to Paris Saint-Germain. The supporter added: "It's a leap into the unknown (without Messi). Inside the Camp Nou, fans made the most of their return after 18 months, chanting "Messi!
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August 15, 2021 22:30 UTC
Who said what in sport this weekend
Who said what in sport this weekendGlory days: In this file photo taken on June 18, 1974 Gerd Mueller scores past Australian goalkeeper Jack Reilly during the World CupPARIS - Who said what in sport this weekend:"Today is a sad, black day for FC Bayern and its fans." I want to give myself a glimmer of hope to return to the tour in some shape or form." -- Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after 73,000 fans were at Old Trafford for the 4-1 win over Leeds. "To pass 9,000 Test runs and score 180 not out at the 'home of cricket' is an amazing achievement." - Jonny Bairstow on England skipper Joe Root who made an unbeaten 180 in the second Test against India at Lord's.
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August 15, 2021 21:11 UTC
Swift Taliban takeover leaves US image in tatters
Swift Taliban takeover leaves US image in tattersTaliban fighters and local people sit on an Afghan National Army humvee vehicle on a street in JalalabadWASHINGTON - After two decades in Afghanistan, America's longest war was ending with the image of the United States in tatters. Haqqani, now a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, noted how US diplomats in the end could do little more than send tweets urging the Taliban to stop. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, also speaking on ABC, said the United States had "succeeded" in its primary mission of bringing justice the Al-Qaeda perpetrators of the September 11 attacks. But Fontaine, who opposed the withdrawal, said the United States was taking major risks by effectively ceding Afghanistan to the Taliban, who never formally broke with Al-Qaeda. "Perhaps some of the external pressures on the United States to act as if it is the answer to everything in the world will reduce."
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August 15, 2021 18:11 UTC
Protesters around Thailand honk horns to banish Prayut
Some protesters hold flares in Ratchaprasong, one of the starting points for several "car mob" rallies in Bangkok on Sunday. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)Thousands of anti-government protesters in Bangkok and other provinces blared their car and motorcycle horns on Sunday in a deafening call for the ouster of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. The honking began at 6pm during the playing of the national anthem, the climax of a day of predominantly peaceful "car mob" rallies in Bangkok and other provinces. Protesters shelter behind traffic barriers during a clash with riot police in Din Daeng area of Bangkok on Sunday. (Photo: Apichit Jinakul)The day of protests was overwhelmingly peaceful, but violence did erupt at Din Daeng intersection, the scene of other recent clashes.
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August 15, 2021 12:45 UTC
Japan animation industry sales fall in 2020, first drop in decade
(Kyodo photo)TOKYO: Sales in Japan's animation production industry fell 1.8% on year in 2020, the first drop in a decade. The industry's sales totaled 251.1 billion yen (76 billion baht) last year, down from a record 255.7 billion yen in 2019, Teikoku Databank said in a recent survey report. Still, the Covid-19 pandemic had delayed production processes at many studios, leading 48.6% of 300 animation production companies surveyed to report a sales fall in 2020. The outlook for the Japanese animation industry appears difficult, with competition likely to intensify from Chinese animation firms, the research firm said. Chinese companies are offering higher salaries to hire Japanese talent and gaining Japanese production skills by taking stakes in Japanese studios.
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August 15, 2021 05:15 UTC
It's hard to beat a bit of Idle chatter
It's hard to beat a bit of Idle chatterThanks to readers for pointing out that in a recent column on quaint place names I failed to mention the village of Idle, now a suburb of Bradford, West Yorkshire. On Aug 9 in Boring they celebrated the official annual "Dull and Boring Day" with an appropriate "not too exciting party". Citizens were spotted enjoying a Boring beer in a Boring pub, holding Boring conversations with Boring people. Nothing to declareAmerica is replete with all sorts of intriguing place names. It is a delightful spot and like most tourists I couldn't resist having a beer in Beer.
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August 15, 2021 00:00 UTC
Rural doctors to the rescue with mass tests
The society recruited medical volunteers, who also work as full-time state officials, and got in touch with the public health permanent secretary to seek assistance. The volunteers were issued a letter from the Public Health Ministry recognising the mass testing work as an official duty. In addition, more public health volunteers were also sent from various provinces by the vanload. At least 300,000 sets of ATKs were given out by the Public Health Ministry to support the campaign. According to Yongyot Thammawut, the deputy public health permanent secretary, 3,509 people who were tested were given fa talai jone and 8,939 favipiravir.
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August 14, 2021 21:56 UTC
Major earthquake strikes Haiti
Several deaths reported in impoverished country still recovering from catastrophic 2010 quake(Screen shot from US Geological Survey website)A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Haiti on Saturday, causing several deaths and toppling buildings in the disaster-plagued Caribbean nation still recovering from a devastating 2010 quake. They were flying outside,” said Port-au-Prince resident Sephora Pierre Louis, adding she was still in a state of shock. People are still outside in the street.”The earthquake comes as Haiti is already mired in intertwined political, humanitarian and security crises. It’s been years since such a big earthquake,” said Daniel Ross, a resident in the eastern Cuban city of Guantanamo. The 2010 quake destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes, as well as administrative buildings and schools, not to mention 60% of Haiti’s healthcare system.
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August 14, 2021 14:17 UTC
75 years of India’s Independence
75 years of India’s IndependencePrime Minister Narendra Modi (right) with Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha on 25 January 2018. In space technology, India has successfully launched Chandrayaan (Moon Exploration Mission) and Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission). At the East Asia Summit in Bangkok in November 2019, PM Modi launched India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI). Future visionsAs regards space technology, besides its Moon and Mars missions, India is preparing for a human space flight mission. India and Thailand established diplomatic relations in 1947 soon after India’s independence and next year we will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of our diplomatic relations.
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August 14, 2021 12:22 UTC
Pandemic pampering
To prevent virus transmission, recreational facilities and tourist attractions have closed their doors, while many people continue to work from home. The Elevated Stay package is a perfect alternative for those planning for a longer holiday. This 5-star urban resort is drawing vacationers with the Capella Bangkok Staycation package, starting from THB 17,500++ per night. Sofitel Bangkok SukhumvitJust a three-minute walk from the Nana BTS, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit provides 345 sumptuous rooms and suites in minimalist elegance. There's also the Suite & Villa Reserve Experience package starting at 13,200 baht++ for a two-night stay in a suite or villa.
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August 11, 2021 23:48 UTC
Investors urged to focus on value stocks
Investors urged to focus on value stocksFollowing a record-breaking six months of inflows into US mutual funds reaching a total of US$720 billion, Thai investors should focus their picks on value stocks reinforcing an economic recovery, says Morningstar Research Thailand. In June alone, US mutual funds posted $100 billion in net inflows, up from $83 billion in May. According to the Morningstar report, value stock funds have received more attention than growth stocks, with US equity funds posting $18 billion in net inflows in June after a small net inflow over the previous two months. For the first six months of the year, large blend had the most net inflows with a total value of $50 billion, according to Morningstar. International equity funds saw inflows of around $20 billion in the equity investment category (which includes US equity, sector equity and international equity).
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August 11, 2021 21:56 UTC
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 are coming to Thailand
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5GSamsung launched 2 new smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, which are the 3rd generation of these devices that are more durable and further optimized for foldable experiences compared to their predecessors. From iconic design to immersive entertainment, Z Flip3 and Z Fold3 offer users unique new ways to work, watch, and play and they will be available locally in Thailand from August 12 onwards. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G“With Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3, Samsung is once again redefining the possibilities with foldable smartphones that empower users with the flexibility and versatility needed for today’s fast-paced world,” said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “As a pioneer and industry leader in the foldable category, we’re proud to build on our legacy of innovation with the Z Fold3 and Z Flip3. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5GSamsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5GSamsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
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August 11, 2021 16:07 UTC
Third-worst day: 207 Covid deaths, 21,038 new cases
Third-worst day: 207 Covid deaths, 21,038 new casesAn ambulance brings a patient with Covid-19 for treatment at a hospital-cum-hotel (hospitel) on Khao San Road in Bangkok on Tuesday. (Photo: Pornprom Satrabhaya)Thailand logged 207 new Covid-19 fatalities and 21,038 new cases over the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry reported on Wednesday morning. Since the pandemic started early last year, there have been 816,989 Covid-19 cases, 600,152 of whom have so far recovered. Global Covid-19 cases rose by 609,402 in 24 hours to 204.78 million. The United States had the most cases at 36.89 million, up 101,254, and the most deaths at 634,662, up 657.
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August 11, 2021 07:52 UTC