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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday promised the country’s nurses that the government will work on improving working conditions, which includes providing better pay, through the passage of an updated nursing practice act. Philstar.com screengrab MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday promised the country’s nurses that the government will work on improving working conditions, which includes providing better pay, through the passage of an updated nursing practice act. The chief executive also seeks to address the unequal distribution of nurses in the provinces. “I have taken special note of the clamor to address issues in the nursing profession by the passage of the new Philippine Nursing Practice Act,” Marcos Jr. said, promising that he will work with Congress to develop reforms that would better protect those in the healthcare profession through refined facilities and by provicing security of tenure. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/01/2206674/marcos-jr-promises-improve-working-conditions-filipino-nurses -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-01

Satellite image captured on Sept. 1, 2022 shows super typhoon Henry. PAGASA MANILA, Philippines — State weather bureau PAGASA hoisted Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 over Batanes and the northeastern portion of Babuyan Islands due to super typhoon Henry (Hinnamnor). Areas under Signal No. 1 will experience strong winds or strong breeze to near gale strength. The weather agency said the possibility of raising Wind Signal No. 2 is not ruled out. Henry, which was last seen 400 kilometers east northeast of Itbayat in Batanes, weakened slightly. It now has peak winds of 185 kph near the center and gusts of up to 230 kph. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/01/2206685/signal-no-1-hoisted-batanes-babuyan-islands-due-henry -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-01

MNRE hosts regional meeting on green economy BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand is now hosting a regional meeting focused on shelf life extension of products, and the use of eco-friendly items. This meeting aims to promote the bio and circular economy while minimizing waste. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270659-mnre-hosts-regional-meeting-on-green-economy/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand is now hosting a regional meeting focused on shelf life extension of products, and the use of eco-friendly items. This meeting aims to promote the bio and circular economy while minimizing waste. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has joined hands with the German International Cooperation (GIZ) Bangkok Office to organize a regional meeting on the theme Reduce! - From More to Better. The opening ceremony was participated by delegates from several countries. In a special remark delivered at this event, Mr. Pinsak Suraswadi, Deputy Director General of Natural Resources and Environment, said Thailand is in the process of capitalizing on its biodiversity and local cultures with its economic and social development plan. This new approach will promote the use of the country’s biodiversity and cultures as ingredients for new products, in ways that yield the highest value and efficiency, based on the BCG Model. Mr. Pinsak said the ministry now aims to maximize the efficiency of natural resources utilization, achieve the highest value, reduce waste, and reduce resource consumption by two-thirds of the current quantity. The MNRE has a goal to reduce waste by 16.5 million tons, while focusing on climate actions. The ministry’s plan will be particularly focused on the plastics industry, ICT, garment, textiles, and construction industries. Mr. Janejob Suksod, Director of the Environmental Analysis Center, said this meeting has a goal to turn cities into low-carbon cities, as Thailand is considered a leader of the ASEAN region in this regard. He said half of government offices in Thailand utilize eco-friendly products, while the government is pushing for private firms to follow suit. The Thai government has set a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2065. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220901135220133 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-01 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Parents want 2nd autopsy on their late daughter, doubting school’s explanation The parents of the 7-year-old schoolgirl, who died in a locked van at a school in Chon Buri’s Pan Thong district on Tuesday, petitioned the Justice Ministry today (Thursday), seeking a second autopsy to confirm the actual cause of their daughter’s death. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270530-parents-left-heartbroken-after-daughter-7-found-dead-in-van-at-private-school-mother-suspects-foul-play/?do=findComment&comment=17580305

Parents want 2nd autopsy on their late daughter, doubting school’s explanation The parents of the 7-year-old schoolgirl, who died in a locked van at a school in Chon Buri’s Pan Thong district on Tuesday, petitioned the Justice Ministry today (Thursday), seeking a second autopsy to confirm the actual cause of their daughter’s death. Methika, the victim’s mother, told the media at the Justice Ministry that she doubts the information provided to her by a representative of the school and sees inconsistencies with original autopsy report. She said that she was told by the school that her daughter died from heat stroke, after being locked in the van from the morning until late in the afternoon, but the doctor found bruises on her left hand and legs. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/parents-want-2nd-autopsy-on-their-late-daughter-doubting-schools-explanation/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-01 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

11 Provinces Warned of Rising Chao Phraya River BANGKOK, Sept 1 (TNA) – The Royal Irrigation Department warned people in 11 provinces of the rising level of the Chao Phraya River as it will increase the discharge rate of the Chao Phraya barrage on Sept 4. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270656-11-provinces-warned-of-rising-chao-phraya-river/

BANGKOK, Sept 1 (TNA) – The Royal Irrigation Department warned people in 11 provinces of the rising level of the Chao Phraya River as it will increase the discharge rate of the Chao Phraya barrage on Sept 4. Prapit Chanma, director-general of the department, wrote to the governors of 11 provinces in the Chao Phraya river basin and relevant organizations, asking them to warn people living near Chao Phraya and Noi rivers to monitor water levels closely because his department had to increase the discharge rate of the Chao Phraya barrage in Chai Nat province as the Chao Phraya River was receiving water at a faster flow rate from the North. On Sept 4, the discharge rate at the Chao Phraya barrage will be 1,800-2,000 cubic meters per second. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1009577 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-09-01 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Protest at Ratchaprasong this weekend to demand removal of the “3-Ps” Demonstrators hold a Thai flag whilst riding on motorbikes during a protest calling for the resignation of prime minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha over the Thai government’s handling of the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis, in Bangkok on August 22, 2021. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) A political group, jointly led by the leader of the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD), Jatuporn Prompan, and Nititorn Lamlua, is planning to hold a rally this weekend, to press for the ouster of the so called “3-Ps”, at Ratchaprasong intersection in the heart of Bangkok’s commercial district. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270653-protest-at-ratchaprasong-this-weekend-to-demand-removal-of-the-“3-ps”/

Demonstrators hold a Thai flag whilst riding on motorbikes during a protest calling for the resignation of prime minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha over the Thai government’s handling of the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis, in Bangkok on August 22, 2021. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) A political group, jointly led by the leader of the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD), Jatuporn Prompan, and Nititorn Lamlua, is planning to hold a rally this weekend, to press for the ouster of the so called “3-Ps”, at Ratchaprasong intersection in the heart of Bangkok’s commercial district. The “3-Ps” are Acting Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan, Defence Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who was suspended from duty as prime minister by the Constitutional Court onAugust 24th, and Interior Minister Anupong Paochinda. Jatuporn told a news conference today (Thursday) that, as long as these three individuals are still in the government, the next general election may not take place. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/protest-at-ratchaprasong-this-weekend-to-demand-removal-of-the-3-ps/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-01 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Bangkok gets tough with motorcyclists riding or parking on pavements Photo from kaojorleuk-media.com The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is getting tough with motorcyclists who either ride or park on the capital’s pavements, with fines of up to 5,000 baht. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270573-bangkok-gets-tough-with-motorcyclists-riding-or-parking-on-pavements/

Photo from kaojorleuk-media.com The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is getting tough with motorcyclists who either ride or park on the capital’s pavements, with fines of up to 5,000 baht. According to a press release from the BMA, during the initial stage of enforcement, offenders will face a fine of 500 baht which will, eventually, be increased to as much as 5,000 baht. If the offenders are caught on CCTV, they will receive a notification, sent to their residence, instructing them to pay the fine within 15 days, failing that they will receive a second notice, followed by legal action if they still fail to pay. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bangkok-gets-tough-with-motorcyclists-riding-or-parking-on-pavements/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-31 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Tran Van Nam, the former Party Committee Secretary of Binh Duong Province, stands trial in Hanoi, August 30, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Nam Anh A Hanoi court handed out jail terms of seven years each to former party chief and former chairman of the southern province of Binh Duong. Tran Van Nam, the province's former Party Committee Secretary and Tran Thanh Liem, the former chairman, were found guilty of "violations in the use and management of public assets causing waste and losses." Nam, 59, was dismissed as party chief of Binh Duong in July last year and was arrested for land management violations that cost the state VND6.59 trillion ($281 million). Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/former-binh-duong-leaders-jailed-for-land-management-violations-4505633.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-31

Nguyen Thi Huong Giang (C) sits with two women she employed in her prostitution ring at a police station in Hanoi, August 30, 2022. Photo by police A 24-year-old woman has been detained in northern Vietnam for brokering sex work for as high as $2,000 per service. The Criminal Police Division under the Ministry of Public Security is collaborating with Hanoi police to probe into Nguyen Thi Huong Giang, a native of Hai Duong Province, for "brokering sex services." On August 17, police raided a hotel in the Trung Hoa urban area in Hanoi’s Thanh Xuan District and found a man with a commercial sex worker. Police tracked down Giang through this case, and found that she had since early 2021 created social media groups to recruit women and connect them with men wanting sexual services. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/woman-running-high-end-prostitution-ring-arrested-in-northern-vietnam-4505871.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-31

Cao Sy Huy at a police station. Photo by the police A native of the central province of Quang Ngai has surrendered to the police after smuggling around 50 people to Cambodia. Cao Sy Huy, 40, is now under detention in Dong Nai Province which borders Ho Chi Minh City. Police said Huy crossed the Vietnam-Cambodia border illegally to work at a casino in Cambodia late last year before moving to work for a company owned by a Chinese man in Cambodia. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnamese-man-surrenders-after-smuggling-50-to-cambodia-4505969.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-31

A thunderstorm in Hanoi in July 11, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Thanh Several areas of Vietnam should expect rain during the National Day holiday from Sep. 1 to 4. On the first two days of the holiday, northern Vietnam would see occasional rain, while mountainous regions will experience rain at dusk on Sep. 3, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting. Widespread rain is expected on Sep. 4, the center added. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/rainy-days-for-vietnam-during-national-day-holiday-4506004.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-31

Women work at a garment workshop of a prison in Vietnam's central province of Thanh Hoa, August 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Thanh President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has granted amnesty to 2,434 prisoners on the occasion of the National Day holiday. Inmates amnestied are those that have served at least half of their prison terms or 15 years. Inmates must also finish paid compensation as regulated by the court. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-grants-amnesty-to-2-400-prisoners-on-national-day-holiday-4506065.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-31

Sen. Robinhood Padilla delivers a privilege speech during a plenary session on August 30, 2022, Tuesday. Senate PRIB Photos / Senate PRIB MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robinhood Padilla got a plum post in the former administration party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino – Lakas ng Bayan after being appointed as its acting executive vice president. Padilla replaced Karlo Nograles who resigned from the party and as its executive vice president when he became the chairperson of the Civil Service Commission. PDP-Laban’s National Executive Committee nominated and appointed Padilla as the party’s executive vice president “until the next election of National Officers in a National Assembly held for that purpose.” Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/08/31/2206429/padilla-new-pdp-laban-acting-executive-vp -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-08-31

Colorful traditional jeepneys along with their modernized versions wait for passengers at the corner of EDSA and Aurora Boulevard in Quezon City on Aug. 30, 2022. The STAR / Miguel de Guzman MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said it suspended its own no-contact apprehension policy after the Supreme Court issued a temporary restraining order against the NCAPs implemented by a number of local government units. This comes after the Supreme Court issued a stop order on the implementation of the NCAPs in the wake of petitions filed against the controversial program which has been hit by transport groups and motorists. At a press briefing Wednesday morning, MMDA spokesperson Cris Sarruca Jr. said that the MMDA sought a meeting with the Office of the Solicitor General given that it is not indicated among the respondents in the Supreme Court's TRO. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/08/31/2206417/mmda-suspends-own-no-contact-apprehension-after-sc-stop-order -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-08-31

A relative of a victim of an extra-judicial killing attends a memorial mass ahead of All Soul's Day to remember loved ones slain in the government's war on drugs, at the Commission on Human Rights in Manila on Oct. 29, 2021. AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa MANILA, Philippines — Sens. Risa Hontiveros and Alan Peter Cayetano exchanged words Wednesday morning after the latter raised the issue of human rights in the Philippines and parrotted old narratives that the Duterte administration is supposedly victimized by the global rights community. At the Commission on Appointments' committee meeting on appointments to the Department of Foreign Affairs, Cayetano — recently elected minority floor leader of the Commission on Appointments — accused detained former Sen.Leila de Lima of changing the definition of extrajudicial killings to minimize the human rights situation during the Aquino administration. The exchange was a rehash of points Cayetano raised in the Senate in the early days of the Duterte administration. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/08/31/2206436/alan-cayetano-rekindles-argument-definition-extrajudicial-killing -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-08-31

Residents watch the overflowing Pinacanuan river due to heavy rains brought about by tropical storm Ma-on in Ilagan City, Isabela province on August 23, 2022. AFP / Villamor Visaya MANILA, Philippines — The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council directed all regional disaster risk reduction officials in affected regions to prepare in connection with the current weather systems affecting the country. In a statement sent to reporters late Wednesday afternoon, the NDRRMC said that it "encouraged" its offices in the regions to initiate pre-disaster risk assessment efforts "as needed." This comes amid the oncoming Tropical Depression Gardo and Hinnamnor, the super typhoon still outside the Philippine area of responsibility as of press time but is expected to enter the country's jurisdiction by Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/08/31/2206447/regional-drrm-units-told-prepare-gardo-super-typhoon-hinnamnor -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-08-31

Parents and students of Fortune Elementary School in Marikina City brave heavy rains on the second day of in-person classes on Aug. 23, 2022. The STAR / Walter Bollozos MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health said Wednesday it is not yet time to ditch face masks after the Cebu City government issued an order making the use of masks voluntary in most places. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama signed an executive order making the wearing of face masks a voluntary act within the city, except in hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities. Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire, officer-in-charge of the DOH, said the agency was not consulted about the lifting of the mandatory face mask rule as she stressed the need for a "one nation approach" against the ongoing pandemic. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/08/31/2206441/small-sacrifice-doh-says-still-soon-abandon-mask-mandate -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-08-31

Exporters Warned of Carbon Tax from US BANGKOK, Aug 31 (TNA) – Kasikorn Research Center warns Thai exporters to follow up the Clean Competition Act of the United States which will impose carbon-related taxation and can affect exporters. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270557-exporters-warned-of-carbon-tax-from-us/

BANGKOK, Aug 31 (TNA) – Kasikorn Research Center warns Thai exporters to follow up the Clean Competition Act of the United States which will impose carbon-related taxation and can affect exporters. The center said that the US Senate proposed the Clean Competition Act which included “Carbon Pricing” for locally made products and “Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism” (US-CBAM) for imports. The new bill targeted petroleum products and refineries, petrochemical products, fertilizers, hydrogen, cement, adipic acid, steel and stainless steel, aluminum, glass, pulp and paper and ethanol. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1008637 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-08-31 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Truck reportedly makes sudden U-turn and seriously injures motorcyclist PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya A truck reportedly made a sudden U-turn and seriously injured a motorcyclist in Sri Racha. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1270556-truck-reportedly-makes-sudden-u-turn-and-seriously-injures-motorcyclist/