Uttama, 3 others resign from cabinet
Uttama, 3 others resign from cabinetFinance Minister Uttama Savanayana, Energy Minister Sontirat Sontijirawong, Higher Education, Science and Innovations Minister Suvit Maesincee, and deputy secretary-general of the Prime Minister’s Office Kobsak Pootrakul announce their resignation from the cabinet, effective on Thursday. (Photo: Chanat Katanyu)Finance Minister Uttama Savanayana and three other members of the so-called "Four Boys" group announced their resignation from the cabinet on Thursday, effective immediately. The four men resigned from the Palang Pracharat Party last Thursday, not long after Mr Uttama was replaced as leader by Prawit Wongsuwon. In fact, we also are taking this opportunity for a rest," Mr Uttama said. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said he was sorry they resigned, but he had to accept it.
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July 16, 2020 08:19 UTC
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July 16, 2020 06:56 UTC
Thursday: 21 returnees have fever; 4 new virus cases | Bangkok Post: learning
A total of 506 returnees from five countries arrive at Suvarnabhumi airport on Wednesday. The 21 were among 506 returnees from Qatar, Taiwan, China, Bangladesh and Japan, and arrived on five flights. One flight from Taiwan landed with 223 returnees, of which six had a high fever. Fifteen of the returnees had a high fever and were taken to hospitals. The fourth is a woman aged 51 who returned from the US last Saturday and was quarantined in Bangkok.
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July 16, 2020 05:34 UTC
More quarantined returnees test positive
More quarantined returnees test positiveStaff from Bangkok's Phaya Thai district office clean Samsenwittayalai School to help contain Covid-19 on Wednesday. (Photo: Chanat Katanyu)The government on Thursday reported four new cases of Covid-19 disease among quarantined returnees from the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and the United States. They tested positive for Covid-19 on Monday, but showed no symptoms. He tested positive last Saturday, but showed no symptoms. Global Covid-19 cases rose by 234,169 over the past 24 hours to 13.69 million.
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July 16, 2020 05:26 UTC
How to calm and stabilise your immune system naturally
A capable immune system can also help prevent and avoid issues with opportunistic bacteria and other viral infections. Start with the Gut - Optimise Your Gut HealthThe gut is paramount in immune function because it is seventy percent of the immune system. The microbiome plays an integral role in keeping the immune system ready to fight off any intruders. Studies show that women with low vitamin C intake have a ten times higher risk than women who eat more foods that are high in vitamin C. As a bonus, vitamin C supports the stimulation of collagen formation for anti-aging. Subsequent activation of the immune system can over-produce white blood cell responders and help create a chronic inflammatory state.
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July 16, 2020 05:15 UTC
More returnees show high fever
More returnees show high feverA total of 506 returnees from five countries arrive at Suvarnabhumi airport on Wednesday. Flight BR201 from Taiwan landed with 223 returnees, six of them had a high fever. None of them had a high fever after undergoing health screening. All 25 returnees on BG4188 had no fever and were bused to state quarantine facilities in Pattaya and Bangkok. Fifteen of the returnees had a high fever and were taken to hospitals.
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July 16, 2020 05:03 UTC
Mental health – managing stress
In life, stress can never be avoided, but that doesn't mean it should be ignored. Stress, if untreated, can potentially cause physical and mental health issues. Even positive life changes can at times cause stress. According to many surveys, work stress is right on top of that list. Distress can also cause emotional issues.
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July 16, 2020 04:52 UTC
TAT offers rainy season promotions
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has joined hands with airlines, hotels and car rental service providers to launch the "Hello Rainy" promotion. Hello Rainy homepage The Tourism Authority of ThailandIt aims to encourage people to travel during the wet season. In addition to providing ideas for trips, the programme also has special offers from airlines, hotels, car rental companies and tour agencies. Bus operator begins car rental serviceNakhonchai Air (NCA) interprovincial bus operator has launched the NCA car rental service in Bangkok. The company plans to expand its car rental service to other big cities in the future.
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July 16, 2020 03:56 UTC
PM urges return to 'normality' after scare | Bangkok Post: learning
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, accompanied by Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his deputy Sathit Pitutecha, chats with vendors at the Star Market in downtown Rayong. The premier on Wednesday travelled to Rayong from Bangkok by helicopter. Prayut and his entourage, including Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited D Varee Diva Central Rayong and Passione Shopping Destination mall -- the places where the infected soldier spent time while staying in Rayong. He called on people to remain confident in the public health system and doctors, asserting there would be no more VIPs going astray and that everyone must be tested for the virus. Prayut said he would take responsibility for the incident and urged everyone to treat the Rayong event as a lesson.
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July 16, 2020 02:15 UTC
Schools shut over virus fears | Bangkok Post: learning
A classroom is sprayed with disinfectant at Samsenwittayalai School in Bangkok. An Egyptian soldier tested positive after he and a military group visited Rayong and the daughter of a Sudanese diplomat fell sick with the virus while her family was in a Bangkok condominium. Schools in many provinces will shut their doors to test pupils and clean their premises. Rajinibon School in Samsen Road, Dusit district said it would shut today and tomorrow. Earlier, the Rayong governor had ordered 127 schools in the province to be closed as a precaution.
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July 16, 2020 01:52 UTC
In Egypt, sexual predator case reignites #MeToo debate
In Egypt, sexual predator case reignites #MeToo debateA woman in Egypt checks an Instagram account for reporting allegations of sexual harassment and misconductCAIRO - Egypt has seen a strong resurgence of the #MeToo movement after dozens of women made shocking claims of sexual abuse and assault by a member of the country's wealthy elite. The Zaki case highlights that sexual assault and harassment -- widely perceived to be more prevalent among the poorer classes -- pervades all levels of society. Campaigners hope the case will help shift attitudes in Egypt, which only criminalised sexual harassment in 2014. Women in Egypt are often reluctant to speak out about sexual harassment, fearing public shaming and being blamed for wearing "provocative" clothing. His cabinet has approved amendments, yet to be passed by parliament, to the criminal code that would grant the right of anonymity to victims of sexual assault.
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July 16, 2020 01:30 UTC
A sip of Thailand abroad
Akha Ama Coffee Roasters Tokyo. Akha Ama Coffee Roasters Tokyo. Akha Ama Coffee Roasters Tokyo. It was designed to be a compound for coffee roasting, a coffee mill, a warehouse, a cafe and also double as a function room to host coffee roasting workshops. My mission is to make the new generation appreciate the excellence of Thai coffee beans."
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July 16, 2020 00:45 UTC
G20 carbon 'food-print' highest in meat-loving nations: report
G20 carbon 'food-print' highest in meat-loving nations: reportProducing food for Earth's 7.7 billion people is responsible for a quarter of the global carbon emissions that drive climate changePARIS - If everyone alive ate steaks and dairy the way Brazilians and Americans do, we would need an extra five planets to feed the world, according to the first report to compare the carbon emissions from food consumption in G20 nations, released Thursday. Producing food for Earth's 7.7 billion people is responsible for a quarter of the global carbon emissions that drive climate change. These imbalanced diets by a relative handful of rich countries are "to the detriment of climate, health and economies," he said. - A 'broken food system' -Interestingly, this ranking roughly mirrors actual consumption. "The current pandemic has highlighted just how broken our food system is," said Loken.
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July 16, 2020 00:33 UTC
5G promoted as lifeline
Trairat Viriyasirikul, acting secretary-general of the NBTC, said Thailand is perceived to have handled the outbreak well because of its outstanding public healthcare sector, partly thanks to 5G network infrastructure installation, which took place a few months after the 5G spectrum licence auction was held in February. The committee should also promote local OTT platforms, embedded with 5G tech, for everyday use, said Mr Trairat. "AIS is committed to creating a 5G tech network as the new infrastructure of the country through the Eastern Economic Corridor [EEC] project and core sectors," said Mr Somchai. All ground, air and marine sectors in the EEC need to be supported with 5G tech to allow for a boost in operations, he said. Piroon Paireepairit, head of the 5G working group of True Corporation, said the company has a vision to use 5G tech to accommodate all people, particularly in the public health sector.
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July 16, 2020 00:11 UTC
BoT taking CBDC to retailers
BoT taking CBDC to retailersThe Bank of Thailand plans to explore expanding the central bank digital currency (CBDC) to retailers in the next phase of development after testing the CBDC for corporate transactions. Under a collaboration between the two central banks, a central bank partner will be added, meaning the Hong Kong dollar will help diversify the platform. All of these should be finalised by this year, offering a clearer picture of the digital payment platform, she said. Other central banks have also been exploring a digital currency payment system for retailers. In China, the regulator plans to use CBDC for retailers to replace cash payment, with the role of financial institutions remaining intact.
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July 16, 2020 00:00 UTC