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Authorities Declare 66 Buildings Unsafe Following Earthquake Damage
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. The Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning has ordered the suspension of use for 66 buildings across Thailand after structural damage was deemed severe in the aftermath of the recent earthquake, which struck over two weeks ago. Officials confirmed that while the vast majority of inspected buildings remain safe, dozens were found to be in critical condition. In a comprehensive damage assessment operation carried out between 28 March and 11 April, a total of 8,884 buildings were inspected nationwide. Of these, 8,369 were declared structurally sound and safe to use. A further 449 buildings were found to have sustained moderate damage but remained usable. However, 66 buildings were labelled as red-level risk, meaning their structural integrity had been severely compromised, and their use was immediately prohibited. The inspections were conducted by a coordinated team from the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning, the Council of Engineers, the Engineering Institute of Thailand, and certified private sector engineers. Public buildings, including schools, hospitals, and government offices, were prioritised under the first phase of inspection. In Bangkok alone, 649 public buildings were examined: • 589 buildings received a green classification (safe for use) • 58 buildings were given a yellow status (moderate damage, still usable) • 2 buildings were classified red and ordered closed Private sector structures, such as high-rise buildings, condominiums, hotels, and large commercial venues — formed the second inspection group. These buildings are required by law to undergo annual structural checks. Following an order issued on 31 March by Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) notified approximately 11,000 property owners to conduct urgent assessments. As of 11 April, 3,518 buildings had submitted inspection reports. Residential properties, shopfront buildings, and townhouses across Bangkok made up the third group. The BMA received 19,270 inspection requests from the public via the Traffy Fondue system. Authorities reported that 18,367 cases had been addressed and closed. In provinces outside the capital, local offices of the Department of Public Works, in collaboration with municipal engineers and volunteers, inspected 8,235 buildings: • 7,780 were classified green • 391 were yellow • 64 were marked red and immediately closed The authorities have urged all property owners and tenants to take building safety seriously. Building owners failing to comply with mandatory inspections may face legal consequences under Thailand’s Building Control Act. -- 2025-04-13 -
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Poll -- Who will cave first in the momentous China-USA trade war?
The East is NOT Red.... Believe me. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 13 April 2025
Photographer from Major TV Channel Shoots Police Officer Dead in Jealous Rage Picture courtesy of Khoasod. In a shocking crime that has rocked the province of Suphan Buri, a photographer from a prominent television station has been arrested for fatally shooting a police officer at the home of his former partner, a local schoolteacher, during the evening of 12 April. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357650-photographer-from-major-tv-channel-shoots-police-officer-dead-in-jealous-rage/ -
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Judges vs. Trump: Constitutional Clash Erupts Over Nationwide Injunctions
The difference is what Biden was doing was actually unconstitutional. I won't argue some other very basic obvious points in addition to that. -
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Photographer from Major TV Channel Shoots Police Officer Dead in Jealous Rage
Picture courtesy of Khoasod. In a shocking crime that has rocked the province of Suphan Buri, a photographer from a prominent television station has been arrested for fatally shooting a police officer at the home of his former partner, a local schoolteacher, during the evening of 12 April. Police were called to a residence in Moo 1, Ban Nong Chik, Nong Bo subdistrict, Song Phi Nong district, following reports of gunfire and a fatality. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of Pol. Lt. Col. Thaksin 55, Deputy Inspector at Thung Khok Police Station, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the torso and face. The crime took place at the home of Ms. A, a primary school teacher and former partner of the alleged gunman, identified as Mr. B, a photographer working for a well-known national TV station. According to police, Mr. B had previously issued a warning to Ms. A not to bring the officer to the house, citing personal grievances. Reports indicate that Mr. B had helped finance the property during their relationship and harboured strong feelings of jealousy toward the victim, believed to be a close friend of Ms. A. Mr. B reportedly arrived at the residence, saw Pol. Lt. Col. Thaksin inside, and opened fire in a fit of rage. After committing the act, he calmly awaited the arrival of law enforcement and surrendered without resistance. Pol. Maj. Gen. Watcharin Prasopdee, Provincial Police Commander of Suphan Buri, confirmed that the suspect has been taken into custody and is being held at Thung Khok Police Station for further questioning. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation, including gathering forensic evidence and interviewing witnesses, to determine the full motive behind the crime. Preliminary findings suggest jealousy as the primary cause, though police are continuing to probe deeper into the suspect’s history and state of mind leading up to the murder. Legal proceedings are expected to follow once the investigation is complete. -- 2025-04-13 -
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If there was a snap US election tomorrow who would you vote for Trump or a Penguin?
Because, nobody had enough of it during the first run. Need a re-run. I want to see that broad lose, just ONE MORE TIME.....Big Time...!!!
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