NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 24 February 2023

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Authorities seized 1.4 million speed pills and 25 kilograms of cannabis buds that were left on the bank of the mekong river by fleeing smugglers., 

Marines spotted a long-tailed boat moored on the river, Several men were seen carrying something on shore.
The men fled when soldiers approached leaving their haul behind,

Authorities say the pills were poor quality and could be a health risk.

 

A KASETSART University professor presented a research paper that claims air pollution from PM2.5 particles caused over 2 trillion baht in economic damage to Thai households in 2019.

and if all 5 major pollutants are included the total reached well over  4 trillion baht, 

The paper stated that air pollution affected households in all Thai provinces except Phuket.

 

The National Human Rights Commission, claims the Department of National Parks is breaching the human rights of Karen ethnic minorities residing in Phetchaburi's 'Kaeng Krachan' district. The commission asserts that under the 2017 constitution, these villagers have the right to remain in their homes. Despite being instructed to vacate the premises within park confines since 1996, some locals have defied the orders and persisted in their quest to stay.

A leading doctor has advised the Thai red cross that provisions of RH-Negative blood are in short supply. 
RH Negative blood type is rarely found in the Thai population but is more common overseas,  He has encouraged expats with this blood type to donate, so there can be reserves to deal with emergencies involving westoners.

 
Around the Region:

 

North Korea has test-fired a further four strategic cruise missiles during a drill designed to demonstrate its ability to conduct a nuclear counterattack against hostile forces,

Meanwhile:

US and South Korean officials took part in a simulated "table-top" exercise that focused on the possibility of North Korea using a nuclear weapon, 

 

Hong Kong is extending the mandatory wearing of masks in public places by two weeks until March 8,
Those that fail to comply could face a fine of 10 thousand HK dollars. 

 

Taiwan will offer 500,000 tourists a cash or discount incentive this year worth 200 dollars as the country recovers from the pandemic, the idea is to boost tourism spending by offering a cash incentive.

The weather: 

Chiang Mai:Sunny partly cloudy 35 celsius  (AQI High)
Bangkok: Sunny partly cloudy 36
Pattaya: Sunny, partly cloudy, 34
Phuket and the far south: Bright,  Sunny partly cloudy, 32C
Here in Hua Hin : Sunny  32C

The air quality index:  Red -  HIGH

 

Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English,  Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com

 

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