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Death penalty sought for Korean murderer in Pattaya
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Gordon Ramsay, TANACHIRA Group opens flagship Bread Street Kitchen & Bar
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Steel Factory Explosion in Rayong Leaves Dozens Injured and Trapped
UPDATE Steel Plant Explosion in Rayong Leaves Seven Injured Picture and video from responders. An explosion at a steel smelting plant in the WHA Industrial Estate, Nong Lalok Subdistrict, Ban Khai District, Rayong Province, has left seven workers injured. The incident occurred due to a gas transportation error, sparking a fire and causing widespread panic as hundreds of employees fled the scene. The explosion, at the Sin Ke Yuan Steel Company, took place at around 13:30, resulted in three blasts at the smelting facility, followed by a massive fire. More than ten fire trucks were deployed to the site, and it took firefighters 45 minutes to bring the blaze under control. Initial investigations revealed that the explosion occurred during the unloading of gas cylinders from a transport truck using a crane. A malfunction in the lifting machinery caused the cylinders to fall, leak and explode, severely damaging the crane and two gas delivery trucks. According to Police Lieutenant Colonel Sarawut Nuchanarot of the Ban Khai Police, seven individuals were injured in the incident: Severely injured were listed as: • Two Chinese workers • One Thai worker Minor injuries: • Two Myanmar workers • One Cambodian worker • One Thai worker This is not the first safety incident at the plant. In March 2024, a crane collapse at the same company led to the deaths of seven workers, raising concerns about the company’s safety protocols. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the explosion to determine the exact cause and ensure accountability. -- 2024-12-18 ScreenRecording_12-18-2024 16-59-54_1.mp4 -
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Thailand's Election Commission Powerless to Compel Thaksin to Testify
File photo courtesy: Thai Rath In a somewhat paradoxical development, Thailand’s Election Commission (EC) finds itself unable to mandate former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to appear and provide evidence in a high-profile inquiry. The commission's investigation revolves around allegations that Thaksin wielded excessive influence over the ruling Pheu Thai Party. Navigating through these political waters, EC Chairman Ittiporn Boonpracong confirmed on Wednesday that while accusations have been lodged, the panel conducting the inquiry lacks the authority to summon Thaksin. Despite having gathered testimonies from those who lodged the complaints against the former premier and Pheu Thai, the absence of Thaksin remains a stumbling block. Mr. Ittiporn conceded that if Thaksin decides against cooperating, the panel is left to proceed with the limited information at its disposal. Nevertheless, he called upon the former leader to voluntarily contribute his side, suggesting that it would afford him an opportunity to clear his name and refute the accusations. The genesis of these complaints stems from a convergence of events in mid-August. It was reported that members of Pheu Thai alongside both current and former coalition partners met with Thaksin at his Bangkok residence. This gathering transpired after Srettha Thavisin was ousted from the prime ministership by the Constitutional Court on August 14th. During this meeting, potential successors to Mr. Srettha were discussed. In an intriguing twist, Thaksin is said to have played a role in steering these discussions, purportedly influencing the selection of a new prime ministerial candidate. The group initially leaned towards Chaikasem Nitisiri, a seasoned figure and former justice minister. However, subsequent developments saw Pheu Thai members propose Paetongtarn, Thaksin’s daughter, for the premiership. Leading the charge in these allegations are Warong Dechgitvigrom of the Thai Pakdee Party and Ruangkrai Leekitwattana of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), among others. The complaints contend that Thaksin continued exerting influence over Pheu Thai, demonstrated through multiple media interviews discussing party policies and coalition dynamics. As the panel progresses with its findings, the sufficiency of the evidence collected will determine the succeeding steps. The EC secretary-general, acting in the capacity of the political party registrar, will decide on whether to advance the case, an outcome that remains fervently anticipated in the corridors of Thai politics. In this climate of political intricacies, the saga concerning Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party continues to captivate public attention, spotlighting the ongoing interplay of power within the Thai political landscape, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2024-12-19 -
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Why do Petito-type stories come-and-go so quickly?: Just Voyeurism?
Sometimes I do wonder. Why do hot stories come, and then go, so quickly. And, when they go, then they leave hardly a trace. Gabby's story is a case in point. She came, and then she went, leaving hardly a trace. When she was hot in the news, then almost nobody around the world could get enough of her story. Now, though, most people do not even care one-thousandth of what they once did. Why is that? Such a beautiful spirit was she, too....as you can plainly see: I have not forgotten her, even if you may have. Such a beautiful young woman, with great spirit. So then, why is this just too often the case, that we cannot get enough of a good thing, and then.... What once seemed good, is then forgotten, so quickly. Fickle. I mean, are we all just FICKLE? If not. Then, what is your take on this? Nice Van, for sure. And, she made it her home... Until, in the end.... It became her end. In China, the color white is symbolic of death. So strange that she chose this color for her van. Yet, not so strange, because.... In Florida, white is a popular color for vehicles. What with the hot sun, and all. Why do we forget stories, so quickly, the ones that caused us to stay riveted to our TV, for weeks, and then.... Almost nothing. Makes no sense to me.... Regards, Gamma Note: Still, as we all must admit.... One is only as good as one's last story. Stories come and go. And the maw always demands more. -
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Thai gov. to tax (remitted) income from abroad for tax residents starting 2024 - Part II
You may want to keep a weather eye on future deductions and allowances which appear to be more variable year on year than I had previously understood. It appears they are altered, based on the current state of the economy and were increased quite substantially during covid. It would not be unreasonable to think they will revert to the longer term norm, once the economy is functioning better. This means that a foreigner's liability to tax is impacted not only by remittance levels but also by exchange rates and current TEDA., -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 19 December 2024
Thailand's Election Commission Powerless to Compel Thaksin to Testify File photo courtesy: Thai Rath In a somewhat paradoxical development, Thailand’s Election Commission (EC) finds itself unable to mandate former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to appear and provide evidence in a high-profile inquiry. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346582-thailands-election-commission-powerless-to-compel-thaksin-to-testify/
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