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Thais Sceptical of Celebrity Endorsements, Survey Reveals
A recent poll conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida) has revealed that a significant number of Thais are sceptical about celebrity endorsements. This dip in trust comes at a turbulent time following the iCon scam, which has heightened consumer wariness. The survey, conducted from October 15-16, interviewed 1,310 Thais aged 18 and over, spanning various educational and occupational backgrounds. The aim was to assess public opinion on the influence of celebrity endorsements on their purchasing decisions. Results show that 42.21% of participants felt no impact from celebrity endorsements on their buying choices, while 22.98% were significantly influenced. A smaller segment, 19.01%, admitted to a moderate impact, and 0.31% were either unsure or indifferent. When questioned about the authenticity of celebrities or influencers using the products they endorse, 52.29% doubted their genuine use. Only 3.89% believed these celebrities really use the products in their daily lives. This illustrates a prevailing scepticism among consumers regarding the authenticity of such promotions. The poll further delved into perceptions of promotions with heavy discounts or freebies. Over a third, 34.12%, associate these offers with low product quality. Meanwhile, 30.23% view them merely as marketing strategies. In terms of seeking assistance when deceived or treated unfairly in transactions, 24.81% of respondents would turn to the press for help, closely followed by 23.05% preferring to report to police stations, reported Bangkok Post. The findings of this survey highlight a growing distrust among Thais towards celebrity endorsements, reflecting a broader demand for authenticity and transparency in advertising. As consumers become more discerning, brands may need to rethink their marketing tactics to build and maintain trust. File photo for reference only. // Picture courtesy: appdisqus -- 2024-10-21 -
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If Trump is re-elected what does it say about the I.Q of the average American?
I also think schoolboys who’ve been transgender operated on by their teachers should be allowed to dress as cats and use cat litters in the girls ‚bath’room. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 21 October 2024
Man Climbs High-Voltage Pole Due to Stress, Rescued by Locals and Police A distressed father, upset with his daughter, climbed a high-voltage pylon in a rural area of Ayutthaya province. The man, identified as Mr. Juk, aged 62, was found holding the pylon, exhausted, while local residents and rescue workers tried to calm him down. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341222-man-climbs-high-voltage-pylon-due-to-stress-rescued-by-locals-and-police/ -
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Man Climbs High-Voltage Pylon Due to Stress, Rescued by Locals and Police
A distressed father, upset with his daughter, climbed a high-voltage pylon in a rural area of Ayutthaya province. The man, identified as Mr. Juk, aged 62, was found holding the pylon, exhausted, while local residents and rescue workers tried to calm him down. The incident took place on October 19, in Moo 11, Khao Mao subdistrict, Uthai district. The Phutthaisawan Foundation's radio center in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya received a call and quickly dispatched rescue teams to the scene. When they arrived, a large crowd had gathered to watch the tense situation unfold. Rescue workers from the foundation, together with local residents, shouted words of encouragement to persuade Mr. Juk to come down safely. He was sitting on the pylon, dangling his legs and appearing extremely weak. The area around the base of the pylon was overgrown with grass, complicating rescue efforts. Fortunately, a nearby Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) team noticed the incident and brought a crane with a workers cage to assist. After over 30 minutes of persuasion, Mr. Juk, though visibly fatigued, began to climb down. However, due to his old age and physical weakness, he struggled. Rescue personnel then used the PEA's crane and cage to safely bring him down. Mr. Juk was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for medical care. When questioned, Mr. Juk, who works as an undertaker, revealed that he was deeply stressed and upset with his daughter, which led him to climb the high-voltage pole with the intent of ending his life. Thankfully, the quick response from the community and rescue teams averted a tragedy. Amnat Jangtrong, a Phutthaisawan Foundation officer, explained that he was alerted by the radio centre and rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, he saw Mr. Juk lying across the pylon. Together with locals, they tried to talk him down but were unsuccessful until the PEA team intervened. Mr. Juk, clearly exhausted, was safely rescued before the situation escalated into a tragedy. Authorities are investigating the incident further. Picture from emergency responders. -- 2024-10-21 -
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Trump’s Lawyer Reportedly Tried to Silence Stormy Daniels Again Before Election
You can't fix stupid!!! -
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French Man Arrested for Reckless Riding on Doi Suthep
Headline news what Caucasians are doing. Nows let's hear the crap that thais do to even the sides up. -
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Question about drying before decarboxylation
LOL, OMG, you completely got that wrong. You didn't answer his question. He wasn't asking how to decarb. He was asking how to dry the weed before decarbing. He wants to dry out his harvest. 😂🤦🏻♂️👌🏼 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 21 October 2024
Tour Bus Crash in Nakhon Ratchasima Injures 43 Authorities received reports of a traffic collision involving a tour bus in the Klong Dong area, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima province. The incident occurred on the inbound Friendship Highway. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341221-tour-bus-crash-in-nakhon-ratchasima-injures-43/ -
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Tour Bus Crash in Nakhon Ratchasima Injures 43
Authorities received reports at approximately 10.10 on the evening of October 20, of traffic collision involving a tour bus in the Klong Dong area, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima province. The incident occurred on the inbound Friendship Highway (Km. 35) near Mae Chompoo Restaurant in Phayayen Subdistrict. Emergency responders on arrival found the crash involved a tour bus with registration number from Kanchanaburi, which is reported to have lost all braking power, resulting in a collision with a parked truck and trailer at the side of the road. The bus had 51 people on board and the two most seriously injured were females, trapped in the wreckage. Rescue teams used cutting tools to extract those two individuals from inside the bus. First aid was administered at the scene, and the injured were transported to hospitals, with 41 people requiring hospital treatment, two having life threatening injuries and six in a serious condition. with the remainder not expected to be detained overnight. The case is being handled by Police Lieutenant Colonel Auaychai Promwong, of Klong Dong Police Station. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident. Picture and video from emergency responders. -- 2024-10-21 RPReplay_Final1729456677.mp4 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 21 October 2024
5,600 People Accuse iCon Group of 1.6 Billion Baht Scam Picture courtesy: MGR online In a stunning turn of events, 5,600 individuals have lodged formal complaints, alleging losses of 1.6 billion baht linked to their dealings with The iCon Group's direct sales business. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341220-5600-people-accuse-icon-group-of-16-billion-baht-scam/ -
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5,600 People Accuse iCon Group of 1.6 Billion Baht Scam
Picture courtesy: MGR online In a stunning turn of events, 5,600 individuals have lodged formal complaints, alleging losses of 1.6 billion baht linked to their dealings with The iCon Group's direct sales business. This growing scandal is now under the microscope of Thai authorities who are preparing to level money laundering charges against those involved. Complaints began surfacing between October 10th and 20th as people from across the nation, and even from overseas, came forward. So far, police have interviewed 2,822 individuals who claim a collective loss of approximately 965 million baht through investments in The iCon Group's dietary supplements. Police plan to implement additional charges against 18 suspects at The iCon Group, including allegations of money laundering, fraudulent borrowing, and unlawful assembly. Investigators hope to wrap up this aspect of the case by the end of the week. Furthermore, more arrests are on the horizon, including those of larger dealers overseeing smaller networks. Initially, accusations against The iCon Group involved public fraud and computer-related crimes for falsely presenting information. Many franchisees, having paid hefty sums for dealership rights, complain they were unable to move products as promised by the company during training sessions. Adding to the pressure, Thailand Consumer Protection Police Division has seized four vehicles tied to The iCon Group, including luxury Lexuses and a Toyota van. Among the claimants was a 70-year-old man from Macau, who attended a training session in Thailand last year. He invested 250,000 baht, attracted by a Thai acquaintance from Hong Kong who had his own stakes in the business. Now, rattled by emerging revelations, he too has filed his grievance in Bangkok. With each new complaint, the web surrounding The iCon Group grows more tangled, casting a shadow over the direct sales industry in Thailand, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2024-10-21 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 21 October 2024
Thai Parties Dismiss Election Commission's Investigation into Thaksin Picture courtesy: Thai Rath Petition over ex-premier's influence causing 'social unrest' Major Thai political parties have downplayed the Election Commission’s (EC) investigation into former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's alleged unlawful influence over the government. The petitions claim Thaksin exerted control over the ruling Pheu Thai Party and five other former coalition parties. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341219-thai-parties-dismiss-election-commissions-investigation-into-thaksin/ -
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iCon Group Execs Still Stressed, No Smiles: Department of Corrections
For celebrities not having a smartphone, being unable to post, to comment, to watch, to show....must be HELL. Probably worse than rats, bad food and dirty prison cells -
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Thai father’s plea to find missing daughter and 262,000 baht
And now she hangs around a 35 year old man, what coulf go wrong?
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Trump ahead in all battleground states - ALL OF THEM!
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