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UN Warns World on Verge of Missing Critical Climate Goals
Terrible news. I guess I will just have to live my life the way I do. -
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Some advice/opinions please on moving to Hua Hin
Talking of AQI. Definitely better than Bangkok, or CM, which is horrific when it comes to air for 6 months or so. Also, too over developed for my taste. Hua Hin are has alot going for it. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 26 October 2024
Fireworks Explosion Claims 2 Lives, Injures 7 at Kathin Festival Celebration Tragedy struck a village gathering in Kalasin Province as a fireworks explosion claimed the lives of two individuals and injured seven others while they prepared for a Kathin festival celebration. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341733-fireworks-explosion-claims-2-lives-injures-7-at-kathin-festival-celebration/ -
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Uncovering the Moscow-Made Deepfake Campaign Targeting U.S. Politics
Hope they can get this guy up on charges! -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 26 October 2024
Analysts Predict Baht Decline if Trump Wins US Presidency File photo courtesy: Wikipedia Thailand's baht is expected to depreciate further amid continuing capital outflows leading up to the US presidential election next month. Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research) forecasts that if Republican candidate Donald Trump secures victory, the baht could potentially trade below 34.50 against the dollar. ull story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1341734-analysts-predict-baht-decline-if-trump-wins-us-presidency/ -
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Analysts Predict Baht Decline if Trump Wins US Presidency
File photo courtesy: Wikipedia Thailand's baht is expected to depreciate further amid continuing capital outflows leading up to the US presidential election next month. Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research) forecasts that if Republican candidate Donald Trump secures victory, the baht could potentially trade below 34.50 against the dollar. The baht recently fell to 33.84 against the dollar, marking its lowest level in over six weeks. This comes as other regional currencies also weakened, impacted by stronger US dollar performance. Kanjana Chockpisansin, K-Research's head of research for banking and financial sectors, explained that outflows from Thailand's stock and bond markets are occurring, bolstered by the dollar's strength due to rising US bond yields. The US Federal Reserve has indicated a gradual interest rate cut, further supporting the dollar. On Wednesday, US 10-year Treasury yields peaked at 4.26%, the highest since late July, fueled by concerns over bond market pressures linked to a contentious November election. "If Mr. Trump wins, the potential increase in government spending or borrowing could complicate US inflation reduction efforts, impacting the Fed's rate cut path," noted Kanjana. Such dynamics bolster the dollar, affecting Asian currencies like the yuan. Despite these factors, K-Research continues to foresee a 0.25% reduction in US rates at each remaining Fed meeting this year, in line with Kasikorn Bank's stance. Meanwhile, Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is likely to hold domestic policy rates at its December meeting following a recent 25-basis-point reduction. "The MPC decisions are more likely to reflect Thailand’s own economic conditions rather than mirroring Fed actions," Kanjana added. Kavee Chukitkasem from Pi Securities observed ongoing fund withdrawals from the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) amid election uncertainties and institutional investors viewing the SET's current price-to-earnings ratio as expensive, reported Bangkok Post. "Election uncertainties are steering investors away from riskier assets toward safer holdings like the dollar and gold. Nonetheless, historically, stocks tend to recover post-election, regardless of the outcome," Kavee concluded. -- 2024-10-26 -
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Fireworks Explosion Claims 2 Lives, Injures 7 at Kathin Festival Celebration
Tragedy struck a village gathering in Kalasin Province as a fireworks explosion claimed the lives of two individuals and injured seven others while they prepared for a Kathin festival celebration. The incident occurred around 20:00 on October 25, in the village of Kao Noi, Kamalasai district. Police Lieutenant Colonel Bancha Nachairit from the Kamalasai Police Station received an urgent call reporting the explosion. H was accompanied to the scene by Police Colonel Theerawut Wongsa-un, Police Lieutenant Colonel Praphon Poojomnil, and local rescue and medical teams. The explosion occurred near the public reservoir of the village, where two individuals were found dead. Both victims suffered severe injuries, with body parts scattered due to the explosion's force. The deceased were identified as Satit Sripongying, 75, from Tambon Chaotha, and Eksit Sriha, 34, from the same district. Seven others sustained injuries; four were seriously hurt and three suffered minor injuries. All were promptly transported to Kamalasai Hospital. The explosion severely damaged a nearby motorbike with a sidecar and left personal belongings, including shoes and clothing, strewn across the scene. Preliminary investigations revealed that the group had brought a handmade firework rocket, measuring 170 centimetres in height and 15 centimetres in diameter, intending to launch it as part of the village's Kathin festival. The explosion occurred about a kilometre from the festival site, where traditional entertainment was scheduled. Witnesses reported that the deceased were preparing the firework using metal tools, despite warnings from nearby villagers concerned about the potential danger of sparks. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Picture from emergency responders. -- 2024-10-26 -
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Maher Says Harris Must Counter Perceptions of Leftist Extremism to Sway Undecided Voters
Claiming the border was secure should be a disqualifier, even if she didn't have a dismal record in California. There's a couple of reasons for the mass exodus from the state. Her legacy is one of them. -
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Thailand to build own trains, expand rail network to 7,500 km
Agree that was a crazy idea that only will cost taxpayers mony, but some generals will take nice backhanders from this scheme. And the sad part is they will never be used.
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