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Community Rare Asian Golden Cat Captured on Camera in Khao Luang National Park
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a rare and encouraging discovery for wildlife conservation, officials at Khao Luang National Park in Nakhon Si Thammarat have released images of an Asian Golden Cat, a protective wild feline, captured by a hidden camera deep within the park’s forest. Mr. Haritchai Ritchooay, Head of Khao Luang National Park, confirmed that the footage was obtained by the park’s scientific team and rangers from patrol unit 2 (Ai Khiao Waterfall). The footage shows a Temminck’s cat(Catopuma temminckii), commonly known as the Asian golden cat, confidently moving through the undergrowth, a rare sight that signifies a healthy ecosystem and well-preserved forest habitat. The image is the result of routine wildlife monitoring through camera traps, which have proven to be an essential tool in assessing species distribution and behaviour. The data collected will contribute to future conservation planning and threat prevention measures. “This sighting reflects the continuous dedication of our rangers and scientific officers who patrol and protect the forest tirelessly. It’s a strong indication that our forest ecosystem is thriving,” said Mr. Haritchai. Despite this positive development, officials warned of ongoing threats to rare wildlife. Illegal hunting, habitat destruction and the use of animal snares remain major concerns. Previous incidents involving golden cats caught in traps underscore the urgency of combating poaching and preserving critical habitats. Park authorities urged visitors to respect wildlife, refrain from littering, and report any illegal activities they witness within the national park. Responsible tourism is key to ensuring that sensitive species like the Asian golden cat continue to survive in the wild. The Asian golden cat is a medium-sized wild feline found in the forests of Southeast Asia. It is known for its sleek, reddish-brown coat, long legs and a distinctive pattern of 2–3 black lines running down the forehead. The cat’s dark upper tail and white underside of the tip are key identifying features. It is primarily nocturnal, prefers dense forests and hunts alone on the ground, preying on small mammals and birds. Its preferred habitats include bamboo thickets and montane rainforests. As a top predator, the golden cat plays a critical ecological role by regulating populations of small animals and maintaining forest balance. Its presence signals a well-functioning ecosystem. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) currently lists the species as Near Threatened (NT), meaning it is at risk of becoming endangered if threats continue or worsen. In Thailand, the species is protected under the Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019). Violations, including hunting or harming protected species, carry fines up to 1.5 million baht and prison sentences of up to 15 years. The sighting at Khao Luang is not only a triumph for conservation but also a call to action to safeguard Thailand’s remaining wildlife treasures. Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-07-09 -
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Report Bangkok Senator Accused of Attempted Rape by Ex-News Anchor
Her story sounds like she is lying. Made sexual advancements in the car while driving her home. Then taking her forcibly to his condo? How exactly is this done without others seeing it or hearing it? Was she tied up and dragged into the building and then dragged into the room? Something just does not sound right in this. -
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Zarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with Corbyn
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Alligator Alcatraz Prison , the Cecot ,on the shores of the Everglades
Anders Behring Breivik, the loon who killed those kids because of his politics, complained about the miserable state of his prison cell in Norway. Norway has a very low rate of crime. There is a balance to be struck. Regimes with the most terrible prison conditions still have crime, usually lots of crime. Saudi Arabia has been executing people in incredible numbers. I had the misfortune to watch one of these executions. You're driven to some random street corner, hauled out of the truck, crowd gathers, off with your head, hopefully in one swipe. Yet people still smuggle paltry amounts of cannabis into the country. Incarceration yes, state mandated cruelty no. My late father was a hang 'em high type. As part of his civic duty, he became a Independent Custody Visitor. He changed his views. The voluntary role involves members of the public going into police stations and doing a welfare check. He was ex-military, and expected the station to be run to a military standard. ie those in the cells would be treated firmly but fair. Te loss of liberty and a bare cell should be enough for most to ruminate on what he did. He found the cells at full capacity with basically children. The Courts Service was unable to process them, and the syp. The system was backed up. However the sergeants in charge of the custody suites still have a job to do, and standards to enforce. He found kids left in cells in feces encrusted clothes. Being handed urine soaked blankets, or no blankets, in winter. No hot food, no hot drinks. He spoke to some of these boys, and realised what a subclass they came from. It was difficult to not have some sympathy for them. Remembering his army days, he shared a ciggie with some of them, and they seemed grateful. He bollocked the duty sergeant for not doing his job. There was no excuse. Seemed to work, because the next time he visited, the cops had sorted things out. We had hundreds of years of prison reform, for good reason. Turning back the clock is retrograde and will simply worsen crime. -
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Reports: Israel planning camp to house 600,000 Palestinians in Gaza
You would of course miss out the most important bit as it would not fit in with your Israel bad narrative. "Netanyahu said: "I think President Trump has a brilliant vision. It's called free choice. If people want to stay, they can stay, but if they want to leave, they should be able to leave..." https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8rp31lk7mzo We also already know that 49% of Gazans would apply to Israel for assistance in relocating abroad https://nypost.com/2025/05/07/world-news/new-poll-shows-nearly-half-of-gazans-would-leave-if-given-opportunity/
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