Moderna shots to be allotted
(Reuters photo)Not all people who have booked, and paid for, the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine from private hospitals will get all their shots since an allotment system will apply, according to the chairman of the Private Hospitals Association. But before the allotment, 1.1 million of the 5 million shots would go to the Thai Red Cross Society, as well as Siriraj and Ramathibodi hospitals, leaving the private hospitals with 3.9 million doses, Dr Chalerm said. The Thai Red Cross Society said its 1 million shots would be sold to provincial administration organisations nationwide at 1,300 baht each on condition they administer them on people for free. Demand surveys showed 277 of 330 member hospitals of the association had booked 9.2 million doses in total, he said. The remaining 2.4 million doses will then be allotted proportionally to the hospitals according to their demand, which at this stage totalled 7.7 million doses.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 17, 2021 12:50 UTC
First Covid case found at Olympic Village
The Tokyo Olympic Village will be home to thousands of athletes taking part in the Games that are scheduled to open on Friday. (AFP Photo)TOKYO: The chief of the Tokyo Olympics tried to reassure “worried” athletes on Saturday as the Games Village was hit by its first coronavirus case, six days before the pandemic-delayed event opens. The Japanese capital remains under a coronavirus state of emergency and has in recent days recorded its highest case numbers since January. No details were given about the positive test in the Village, one of 15 Games-related cases revealed on Saturday — the highest figure this month. “That was the very first case in the Village that was reported during the screening test,” Masa Takaya, spokesman for the Tokyo organising committee, told a press conference.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 17, 2021 07:47 UTC
Eyes on the goal: women's football goes pro in Japan
Eyes on the goal: women's football goes pro in JapanThe new league's organisers hope it will bring prestige and fresh talent to Japanese clubs. TOKYO: As global interest in women's football approaches fever pitch, former champions Japan are eyeing a return to glory with the country's first professional league for female players. A decade since winning the 2011 Women's World Cup, Japan has fallen behind, even as the sport becomes more popular and lucrative elsewhere. "If we can show we're just as great as men's football teams... there will be more sponsors and supporters," she said. "The level of the Japan team will go up if the level of the league rises," she said.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 17, 2021 01:52 UTC
After conquering Earth, Bezos eyes new frontier in space
WASHINGTON - Jeff Bezos sets his sights on a new frontier in space in the coming days after building a gargantuan business empire which has in many ways conquered the Earth. Bezos "had an instinct for the right thing" in finding the next market, said Roger Kay, analyst at Endpoint Technologies Associates. "You can say Bezos has been one of the best business architects of his time." Bezos has been fascinated by space since watching the 1969 Apollo moon landing as a child and sees space as important to the future of the planet. - Lasting legacy -Bezos is stepping away from day-to-day Amazon management to spend more time on projects including Blue Origin.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 17, 2021 01:30 UTC
'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death in US
'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death in USThe so-called "Hollywood Ripper," Michael Gargiulo, seen during his trial in Los Angeles on August 15, 2019LOS ANGELES - A man known as the "Hollywood Ripper" was sentenced to death Friday for the gruesome killings of two women in their homes in the early 2000s. Among his victims was 22-year-old Ashley Ellerin, who was found in her Hollywood home with 47 stab wounds in February 2001. "In this case, everywhere that Mr. Gargiulo went, death and destruction followed," Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Larry Paul Fidler said Friday as he announced the sentence. He was arrested in 2008 following an attack on a woman in her apartment in Santa Monica, near Los Angeles. Prior to that the death penalty was last carried out in California in 2006, when it was halted by a federal court order.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 17, 2021 00:45 UTC
Mixed jabs strategy adds to confusion
Mixed jabs strategy adds to confusionA frontline medical worker at a vaccination site in Nonthaburi province looks at the contents of a refrigerator used for the storage of Covid-19 vaccines. The pandemonium speaks volumes about the government's failure, not only of its vaccination plan, but also of its crisis management. Hospitals were instructed to suspend second Sinovac jabs, and switch to AstraZeneca. Those who have received both Sinovac jabs are now wondering what they have to do next -- does this mean the Sinovac jabs were a waste? Some hospitals went back and forth in their vaccination plan, cancelling second Sinovac jabs and opting for AstraZeneca followups, only to suspend the entire vaccination plan.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 16, 2021 22:07 UTC
A failure to communicate
Dr Boon criticised the GPO over its slow processes that prevent private firms from obtaining Moderna vaccines in a timely fashion. The GPO defended itself saying that it was a failure of the THG for not putting its money upfront to pay for the vaccines that made the process slow. Indeed, the GPO needs to elaborate to the public on this important aspect as well. Society now has a lot of questions about state vaccine policies; about the decision to bet on the AstraZeneca vaccine and to purchase the Chinese-made Sinovac. To do that the government needs to get its act together and as part of that -- as they're hunting high-and-low for Covid vaccines -- they need to communicate better with the public.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 16, 2021 22:07 UTC
DINING + STAYCATION = DINE/CATION AT KIMPTON MAA-LAI BANGKOK
DINING + STAYCATION = DINE/CATION AT KIMPTON MAA-LAI BANGKOKKimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok invites you to enjoy a delight-filled new dining and staycation experience. For your complimentary dinner, choose either a 3-course Italian set dinner curated by Chef Danilo Aissa from Ms.Jigger or a Latin American set dinner curated by Chef Lamberto Valdez from Bar.Yard. DINE/CATION STAYCATION PACKAGEDeluxe Room starts from 5,000++ baht/room/nightGuaranteed upgrade to next room category. Check-in at 3:00 p.m. late check-out till 3:00 p.m.A choice of set dinner from Ms.Jigger or Bar.Yard with beverage pairings. - Check out Kimpton pet policy and pet accessibility areas to ensure that you and your pet have great memories ‘fur-ever’!
Source:Bangkok Post
July 16, 2021 11:37 UTC
Dive in with Longines
From left: Two-tone HydroConquest with the bracelet also featuring rose PVD; Green version of HydroConquest accentuated by yellow PVD. Since 2007, HydroConquest has been Longines' modern diver's watch designed for performance and elegance. New two-tone models feature a coating of rose or yellow PVD outlining the unidirectional rotating bezel for an even more elegant look. Longines has built a special relationship with the world of sports by being a timekeeper for championships or a partner of international sports federations. The blue and black models are now available in two-tone steel with yellow or rose PVD.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 23:47 UTC
Timing is everything
Dishes, like Kaew's bulky foie gras sushi, are most treasured by his customers. If the sumptuously rich, creamy and buttery foie gras is what you'd die for, then order the foie gras sushi (320 baht) and prepare to go to gastronomic heaven. The green-hued sushi roll, which comes smothered with wasabi mayo, stars deep-fried breaded Hokkaido scallop, cubed fresh hamachi, avocado, unagi glaze and fragrant oba leaf. For salad lovers, options range from Alaskan king crab honey salad, avocado salad, tofu salad and Thai-style yum salmon. I had spicy salmon salad (290 baht).
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 23:37 UTC
Criticism mounts over digital regulatory bill
The royal decree on regulating digital platforms was formulated by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency as a subordinate law of the Electronic Transactions Act. The royal decree on regulating digital platforms that are subject to prior notifications was formulated by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) as a subordinate law of the Electronic Transactions Act. Chaichana Mitrpant, executive director of the ETDA, said the decree was drafted to address complaints from consumers and businesses who said digital platforms treated them unfairly. Many consumers on digital platforms are troubled by inferior goods and services, fraud, unfair prices, personal data leakage as well as unfair terms and conditions, he said. Foreign platforms that provide services in Thailand are obliged to have their representatives in the country who take responsibility for their services.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 23:31 UTC
Long-stay visas, EVs to help spur economy
Long-stay visas, EVs to help spur economyThe government plans to allow rich foreigners to enjoy long-stay visas in Thailand. (Photo: Somchai Poomlard)Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow is planning to propose to the cabinet a plan to allow rich foreigners to enjoy long-stay visas in Thailand. According to Mr Supattanapong, the Centre for Economic Situation Administration (CESA) approved in principle on June 4 a scheme to offer long-stay visas to four groups of foreigners -- rich global citizens, wealthy retirees, rich professionals working in Thailand, and highly skilled professionals. High-skilled professionals with no age limits are required to work in target industries or academic experts in universities or state agencies. Mr Supattanapong said the government remains committed to continuing to stimulate investment, particularly in digital and electric vehicles (EVs).
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 23:26 UTC
AstraZeneca delays 61m doses
This month, we have procured 10 million doses so it is still going according to plan," Mr Sathit said. "We have to wait for AstraZeneca vaccines day by day. "The Department of Disease Control (DDC) will sign a contract on July 16 with Pfizer to procure 20 million doses. The Government Pharmaceutical Organization will also sign a deal with Moderna for five million doses next week," Mr Sathit said. The government previously promised that 10 million doses would arrive last month and 10 million more would be delivered this month.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 23:03 UTC
TEST YOURSELF: Because the night
TEST YOURSELF: Because the nightPhoto: Sirisak 'Ton' ChaitedNightlife workers want some respectTest Yourself is where you can improve your reading skills. Sirisak "Ton" Chaited - Human rights activist for the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as sex workersWhy are you campaigning for sex workers? One of my life purposes is to be a human rights activist, especially for equality for the LGBTQIA+ community and sex workers. Many people may label our profession as shameful or immoral, but, actually, sex workers aren't that different from other professions. I was reading the latest measures from the CCSA that were announced in the middle of the night on June 27.
Source:Bangkok Post
July 15, 2021 04:18 UTC
Jab switch a big decision
Jab switch a big decisionThe Public Health Ministry's announcement that it will shift its vaccination policy to give the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine as a second dose to those who received a Sinovac jab for their first shot is a major decision that will require massive downstream adjustments. The implications of the policy shift are many and possibly massive. Such a major shift in vaccine policy should be made only when there is enough scientific evidence to support it. Since only about 12% of the population have received vaccines, the priority should also still be to give a first jab to as many people as quickly as possible. Now that the AstraZeneca vaccine will be used as the second dose, will the supplies be delivered on time?
Source:Bangkok Post
July 13, 2021 23:48 UTC