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Camry Collides with Two Motorcycles, Killing Young Couple and Injuring Another in Bangkok
Picture from responders. A fatal collision occurred in the early hours of 26 January, when a Toyota Camry crashed into two motorcycles travelling against traffic on Taling Chan railway road, leaving two people dead and another seriously injured. The car overturned, and the driver was found unconscious at the scene. At approximately 01:00, Police Lieutenant Amornpong Tuytha, Deputy Inspector of Taling Chan Police Station, received a report of a crash involving a car and two motorcycles on Taling Chan railway road, near the Karnjanapisek intersection, Bangkok. Officers, forensic specialists from Siriraj Hospital, and Poh Teck Tung Foundation volunteers rushed to the scene. Under the U-turn bridge, a black Honda Wave 125 motorcycle with registration from Bangkok was found severely damaged near the central reservation. The driver, a 19-year-old male identified as Mr. Phongsaphak, was critically injured and unconscious. He was immediately transported to Siriraj Hospital. Nearby, another Honda Wave 110 motorcycle, blue in colour with registration also from Bangkok, was found wrecked on the median. Two people were pronounced dead at the scene. The rider, Mr. Natchapol, 22, was discovered with head trauma, broken arms and legs, lying in a pool of blood. The passenger, Miss Airada, 24, was also found with multiple fractures. A grey Toyota Camry with registration plate from Bangkok was found overturned. The driver, Mr. Warong, 32, was unconscious inside the vehicle and was rescued by emergency personnel before being transported to Siriraj Hospital. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage from the area to determine the exact cause of the collision. Preliminary investigations suggest the motorcycles were travelling against traffic when the crash occurred and the car traveling at speed overturned after the collision. Further investigations are underway. -- 2025-01-27 -
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Bangkok's Free Transport Initiative Sparks Criticism Amidst Haze Crisis
Passengers exit a station on Bangkok's elevated Skytrain, in Bangkok, Thailand, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Jerry Harmer) In Bangkok, the government's recent decision to offer free public transportation has ignited a heated debate. Designed to address the city's escalating haze problem, this initiative is provoked by alarming dust pollution levels as particulate matter (PM2.5) reaches troubling concentrations. Yet, critics argue that the plan merely scratches the surface of a far deeper issue. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced on Friday that Bangkok's transport services, including buses and electric trains, would be made free for a week, starting immediately on Saturday. This move aims to reduce vehicular emissions, a significant contributor to PM2.5 pollution, by encouraging residents to shift from private vehicles to public transport. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit stated that approximately 140 million baht (around £3.2 million) from the central budget would be allocated to compensate operators for the lost revenue during this period. Collaborations with Bangkok Transit System Plc, Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company, and the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority ensure that residents can avail these services without charge. Nonetheless, the plan has faced notable resistance. Many argue it is an inadequate solution to the pollution problem and a misallocation of taxpayer money. Criticism is widespread on social platforms, with politicians and environmentalists voicing their concerns. Korrawee Prissananantakul, a Bhumjaithai MP from Ang Thong, voiced scepticism about the effectiveness of this initiative. "This policy can only succeed if car owners truly switch to public transport," he remarked. He questioned whether such a behavioural shift is realistic, describing it as a complex challenge. Environmental experts echo this sentiment. Jessada Denduangboripant, from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Science, labelled the 140-million-baht expenditure as wasteful. He suggested a more impactful use of these funds might involve purchasing air purifiers for schools suffering from the haze. A view of Bangkok's elevated Skytrain line, in Bangkok, Thailand, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Jerry Harmer) Thon Thamrongnawasawat, another environmental expert, criticised the government's slow response. He noted that despite advance warnings, actions only materialised after pollution spikes became severe, urging for faster and more proactive measures. There have, however, been tangible outcomes from the initiative. According to Pichet Kunadhamraks, director-general of the Department of Rail Transport, Saturday saw a notable increase in public transport usage: 1,634,446 used the free electric train services, marking a 45.29% rise compared to previous Saturdays. With Bangkok's haze expected to persist, the debate continues on whether this free transport measure is a timely intervention or a costly distraction from more sustainable solutions. As the situation unfolds, both the effectiveness of the initiative in reducing pollution and its financial viability remain subjects of public scrutiny, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-01-27 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 27 January 2025
Bangkok's Free Transport Initiative Sparks Criticism Amidst Haze Crisis Passengers exit a station on Bangkok's elevated Skytrain, in Bangkok, Thailand, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Jerry Harmer) In Bangkok, the government's recent decision to offer free public transportation has ignited a heated debate. Designed to address the city's escalating haze problem, this initiative is provoked by alarming dust pollution levels as particulate matter (PM2.5) reaches troubling concentrations. Yet, critics argue that the plan merely scratches the surface of a far deeper issue. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349938-bangkoks-free-transport-initiative-sparks-criticism-amidst-haze-crisis/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 27 January 2025
Thai Officers Suspended in Chinese Abduction for Ransom Case Picture courtesy: Matichon The Royal Thai Police have suspended several officers following their involvement in the abduction and extortion of seven Chinese nationals. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349942-thai-officers-suspended-in-chinese-abduction-for-ransom-case/ -
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Windows 11, End of service
Just update Windows 11 as normal if it's licenced. No need to buy anything. You are on version 22H2. You need to update to 23H2 or 24H2. -
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Thai Officers Suspended in Chinese Abduction for Ransom Case
Picture courtesy: Matichon The Royal Thai Police have suspended several officers following their involvement in the abduction and extortion of seven Chinese nationals. The incident came to light when reports emerged that members of the Special Branch, Border Patrol Police, and paramilitary rangers allegedly kidnapped the group and demanded a ransom of 2 million baht. The victims were held at Irene Resort in Ubon Ratchathani, where authorities later arrested eight suspects. Among them were three police officers, one ranger, and several civilians, including a Myanmar national. The police confiscated four vehicles used in the crime, including two Toyota Hilux trucks. The ordeal began on 23rd January, with one of the victims managing to secretly contact a friend in Laos via mobile phone, alerting them to their location. This information was then relayed to Thai police, prompting a rescue operation. The suspects allegedly used a translation app to intimidate the victims into paying a reduced ransom of 500,000 baht each. In the end, 3 million baht was exchanged for their release. The National Police Chief, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panpetch, has ordered strict legal and disciplinary action against those involved, with further instructions for their immediate dismissal, reported Matichon. -- 2025-01-27
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