Florida residents prepare for Hurricane Milton's arrival
Florida residents are bracing for the storm, filling sandbags as Hurricane Milton is forecast to rapidly intensify and become a major hurricane on Monday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Sunday (October 6).
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October 07, 2024 06:33 UTC
Tough days for PM
Tough days for PMListen to this articleAfter just a month in public office, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is facing growing political pressure. In response, Ms Paetongtarn has expressed disappointment, urging critics to give her government time, having only been in office for a month. According to the latest quarterly poll conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida), Ms Paetongtarn now leads the pack. However, being the daughter of Thaksin, Ms Paetongtarn cannot escape the political scrutiny that has followed her every step. Numerous complaints have been filed against both Ms Paetongtarn and the Pheu Thai Party, calling for investigations into their qualifications and ethical standards.
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October 07, 2024 05:46 UTC
Vietnam quarterly growth hits 2-year high on exports, investment
Gross domestic product grew 7.4% year-on-year in the third quarter, surpassing the second quarter's revised 7.09% expansion, the government's General Statistics Office said in a report. "The world economy is stabilising as global trade in goods improves, inflationary pressures ease, financial conditions continue to loosen and labour supply increases," the statistics office said. "The storm brought an end to a period of strong growth in the sector," said Andrew Harker, director at S&P Global Market Intelligence. Consumer prices in September rose 2.63% from a year earlier, the statistics office said in its Sunday report. This year's growth is "supported by continued strong external demand, resilient foreign direct investment, and accommodative policies", the IMF said in a report.
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October 06, 2024 16:45 UTC
Northeastern Thailand's culinary: Taste of Kaen
"Taste of Kaen" is part of the "Made in Khon Kaen" program, promoting culinary tourism through ingredient stories. Enjoy dishes like Pa Ped, a raw beef salad with fermented rice sausage, and Pa Tum, a yam bean salad. The meal features Khao Hang Fai rice and ends with sato-poached guava, showcasing Khon Kaen's culinary heritage.
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August 10, 2024 02:02 UTC
Man ‘poisoned’ friend for insurance cash
Mr Patipat acted on behalf of Chonlada’s family after the tragedy. On Aug 1 he raised the amount to 1 million baht but police refused the offer. They reported the matter to a supervisor and Mr Patipat was charged with bribery. Police subsequently found that Chonlada had four life insurance policies worth 11 million baht and listed Mr Patipat as the beneficiary. Following his arrest this week, Mr Patipat initially denied any involvement and claimed he and the victim were high-school friends, and she trusted him to take care of her son.
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August 09, 2024 21:00 UTC
People’s Party sets sights on victory in 2027
(Photo: Apichart Jinakul)All 143 members of parliament from the court-dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP) joined their new political home on Friday, renamed the People’s Party. “We will continue to push for the improvement and fixing of this law, which is still problematic.”The Move Forward Party's Facebook page changed its name and logo to 'People's Party' on Friday. His selection came as a surprise to many political observers, who had expected Move Forward deputy leader Sirikanya Tansakun to move into the leadership. Ms Sirikanya will remain deputy leader of the People’s Party. The People’s Party is planning a series of events on Saturday to introduce itself to the public, at Stadium One in the Sam Yan area of Bangkok, from 10am to 8pm.
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August 09, 2024 16:53 UTC
Unemployment hits 9-month high
The group’s calculation is based on registered workers under Section 33 of the Social Security Act, which refers only to employees who had been working for companies. The outlook is bleak for blue-collar Thai workers as factories have reduced shifts or laid off workers, while some other plants have shut down permanently, said Tanit Sorat, the vice-chairman of EconThai. “The Thai economy is slowing down. According to EconThai, the unemployment rate of 2% is higher than the number provided by the National Statistical Office (NSO), which reports an unemployment rate of only 0.9%. “The 0.9% rate does not reflect realistic data, as it suggests Thailand has the third-lowest unemployment rate in the world, which seems improbable,” said Mr Tanit.
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August 09, 2024 16:39 UTC
Ex-MFP MPs set to face ethics probe
NACC secretary-general Niwatchai Kasemmongkol said the commission has found grounds to proceed and ordered an inquiry against the 44 MFP MPs who supported the bill. Once finished, he said the 44 MPs in question will be summoned to clarify the allegations against them. "Using the Constitutional Court ruling alone [as a basis for the investigation] won't be fair to the accused," he said. The investigation will be thorough, taking all facts and legal aspects into consideration, he said, before adding the Constitutional Court ruling will be taken into consideration. He claimed the Constitutional Court rulings could be used as evidence and the NACC does not necessarily have to conduct an investigation.
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August 09, 2024 02:41 UTC
PM plays down foreign concerns over Move Forward ruling
Move Forward MPs display the three-finger salute in parliament after the Constitutional Court ordered the party’s dissolution on Wednesday. (Photo: Chanat Katanyu)Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Thursday acknowledged concerns expressed by other countries about the court-ordered dissolution of the Move Forward Party, but insisted that Thailand is a free and democratic nation that is not swayed by foreign influence. “I am certain that all Thai people understand we will not allow a foreign nation to interfere with our sovereignty,” Mr Srettha told reporters. He expressed confidence that Move Forward would respect the court ruling and proceed accordingly. Mr Srettha said he had met with security officials to discuss potential demonstrations that might arise following the ruling, but no threats have been found.
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August 09, 2024 01:37 UTC
All Move Forward MPs ‘will join new party’
Friday launch of new party follows court-ordered dissolution, but with no ‘cobras’ this timeSirikanya Tansakun, deputy leader of the dissolved Move Forward Party, is tipped to lead a new party that will be officially introduced on Friday. (Photo: @MFPThailand on X)All 143 MPs from the dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP) have applied for membership in a new party, confirmation that there will be no “cobras” in the now-disbanded opposition party. MPs from Move Forward will attend a meeting to set up the new party at the Thai Summit Tower on New Phetchaburi Road in Bangkok on Friday, the public relations team of the dissolved party said on Thursday. Other members and party staff across the country will also join the meeting, which will pick party executives and work out policy guidelines and direction. Ms Sirikanya, the deputy leader of Move Forward, is not among the 11 banned party executives.
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August 08, 2024 15:38 UTC
Taekwondo-Panipak wins historic flyweight gold
Taekwondo-Panipak wins historic flyweight goldListen to this articlePanipak Wongpattanakit of Thailand celebrates on the podium after winning the Gold medal. (Photo: Reuters)PARIS - Panipak Wongpattanakit made history at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday, becoming the first person from Thailand to win two gold medals when she defended her Tokyo title in the taekwondo women's flyweight division against China's Guo Qing. Panipak won 6-3 2-3 6-2, clinching the victory with two kicks to the head, which yielded three points each. Panipak had already risen to fame in her home country by getting Thailand's first gold medal in taekwondo in Tokyo. Panipak Wongpattanakit of Thailand in action with Qing Guo of China.
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August 08, 2024 13:38 UTC
Bank of Thailand launches financing transition programme
Illustrative image (Photo: https://www.bangkokpost.com/)Bangkok (NNT) - The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has launched the "Financing the Transition" initiative in collaboration with eight commercial banks. The programme aims to support businesses in transitioning towards environmental sustainability, tailored to the local context. During the "Financing the Transition: Sustainable Financing for Business Transition" event at BoT headquarters, the initiative was introduced with participation from Bangkok Bank, Krungthai Bank, Bank of Ayudhya, Kasikornbank, Kiatnakin Phatra Bank, TMBThanachart Bank, Siam Commercial Bank, and United Overseas Bank (UOB). BoT Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput emphasised the financial sector's crucial role in aiding Thai businesses, particularly SMEs, to adopt sustainable environmental practices. It covers critical economic sectors such as food and beverage manufacturing, agriculture, construction,real estate, and hospitality./.
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August 08, 2024 10:21 UTC
PTTEP banking on Ghasha investment
PTTEP banking on Ghasha investmentThe Erawan gas block in the Gulf of Thailand, operated by PTT Exploration and Production Plc. PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP) expects its new investment in the Ghasha concession in the United Arab Emirates to increase its petroleum reserves, making them sufficient for sale for up to seven years. Additional reserves came after the company's wholly-owned PTTEP Mena Co signed a sale and purchase agreement to acquire a 10% stake in the Ghasha concession from Wintershall Dea Middle East GmbH, said Panporn Sasananan, senior vice-president for finance at PTTEP. According to Ms Panporn, the Ghasha concession includes a pioneering development which aims to operate at net-zero emissions. In 2024, PTTEP expects its petroleum sales to decrease due to the maintenance programmes of petroleum production facilities in the Gulf of Thailand.
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August 08, 2024 06:47 UTC
Taekwondo star Panipak going for gold
Panipak “Tennis” Wongpattanakit of Thailand in action against Lena Stojkovic of Croatia in the women’s 49kg semi-final on Wednesday at the Grand Palais in Paris. (Photo: Reuters)PARIS - Taekwondo star Panipak Wongpattanakit is once more within reach of Olympic gold for Thailand after defeating Lena Stojkovic 2-0 in the women’s 49kg semi-final on Wednesday. A win by the reigning Olympic champion would be a fitting birthday president for Panipak, who will turn 27 on Thursday. Also competing in Paris are the men’s 68kg 2022 Asian Games gold medallist Banlung Tabtimdang and women’s 67kg fighter Sasikarn Tongchan. Thai lifters last competed at the Olympics at Rio 2016 where they won two gold, one silver and one bronze medal.
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August 08, 2024 01:03 UTC
Tourists rescued from flooded cave, guide drowned
Nam Talu closed to the public since June because of flood dangerListen to this articleTourists rescued from flooded Nam Talu cave arrive at the Rajjaprabha Dam reservoir pier in Surat Thani on Tuesday night. (Photo: Supapong Chaolan)SURAT THANI - A tour guide drowned when a flash flood swept into Nam Talu cave in Khao Sok National Park as a group of tourists was leaving it on Tuesday evening. A flash flood poured into the cave about 7.30pm as the group of 22 tourists and two guides were walking out of it. Nam Talu cave is 600 metres long and 30 metres wide at its mouth. Tourists rest at KriSorn raft hotel after being rescued from flooded Nam Talu cave on Tuesday.
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August 07, 2024 15:45 UTC