TAT targets young Indian tourists to compensate missing China income
China was Thailand’s biggest market for foreign tourists pre-Covid, but the country has issued a travel ban for its citizens amid fresh lockdowns. TAT expects at least 12 Thai and Indian airlines to join the travel bubble scheme. “This group consists of about 600 million people or 42 per cent of India’s total population of 1.4 billion. It is also bigger than the population of Chinese under 25 years old, at around 400 million people,” he said. The targeted new-gen Indians would also high-spending tourists planning weddings in Thailand, he added.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 16, 2022 06:58 UTC
Chinese astronauts return after six months in space
(Photo: AFP)Three Chinese astronauts landed in northern China on Saturday after 183 days in space, ending the country's longest crewed space mission to date. Wang became the first Chinese woman to spacewalk last November, as she and her colleague Zhai installed space station equipment during a six-hour stint. Six months will become the normal astronaut residence period aboard the Chinese space station, according to the state broadcaster. - Space race -The world's second-largest economy has put billions into its military-run space programme, with hopes of having a permanently crewed space station by 2022 and eventually sending humans to the Moon. China has been excluded from the International Space Station (ISS) since 2011, when the US banned the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) from engaging with it.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 16, 2022 06:39 UTC
Who can get free Covid treatment at any hospital now?
The centre said it had verified the information with the Office of the Public Health Permanent Secretary, to clear up confusion on social media about the latest Covid-19 treatment scheme. Hence, the Public Health Ministry has instructed all emergency medical centres and hospitals to allow admission of Covid-19 patients who fit the following criteria:- Aged over 60. - Suffer any of the following seven health problems: chronic respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, cerebrovascular disease, cancer patients under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and autoimmune therapy, diabetes, and obesity. - Not been vaccinated, not yet fully vaccinated, not yet received booster shot. The ministry has urged people to follow the latest updates at its website https://ops.moph.go.th/public/ or by phoning (02) 590 1000.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 16, 2022 03:15 UTC
N Korea celebrates founder's birthday; US prepares for provocations
Jets and helicopters flew low over central Pyongyang on Thursday night indicating a possible military parade, specialist service NK News cited sources in the capital as saying. (Photo: AFP)In recent years, North Korea has held military parades at night and then edited footage for airing several hours later on state TV. But as of 7.30pm local time Friday, North Korea had not made any statement about a parade or shown any footage. North Korea had previously used the celebrations to show off its military might, parade new weapons through the streets of Pyongyang and hold rallies demonstrating support for its leader. The Joe Biden administration’s envoy for North Korea policy, Sung Kim, said earlier this month Pyongyang may be looking at a nuclear or missile test to coincide with the events.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 15, 2022 22:58 UTC
More than 100 hurt in Jerusalem clashes as religious festivals overlap
More than 100 hurt in Jerusalem clashes as religious festivals overlapPalestinian demonstrators clash with Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound on April 15, 2022JERUSALEM: More than 100 people were wounded on Friday in clashes between Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound, in fresh violence as Jewish and Christian festivals overlap with Ramadan. A Palestinian Red Crescent official said 117 people were rushed to hospitals and "dozens of other injuries" were treated at the scene. Witnesses said Palestinian protesters threw stones at Israeli security forces, who fired rubber-coated bullets and sound grenades towards some of them. An AFP photographer said more than 100 Palestinians were seen hurling projectiles towards the Israeli security forces. Three Palestinians died Thursday as Israeli forces launched fresh raids into the West Bank flashpoint district of Jenin, a week after the Bnei Brak attack.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 15, 2022 19:38 UTC
JPMorgan CEO Says 'Powerful Forces' Threaten U.S. Economy
Those extra funds could cushion the bank if the economy tips into recession, sending loan defaults higher. "Those are very powerful forces, and those things are going to collide at one point," he said. The bank recorded a profit of $8.28 billion in the first quarter, down from $14.3 billion a year ago. The unit also took $524 million in losses related to the bank's commodities and Russia exposure, including $120 million in trading losses tied to nickel. Fixed-income trading was down 1%, and equities trading fell 7%.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 15, 2022 11:14 UTC
Schoolboy, 13, allegedly shot dead by classmate
The incident happened at around 8.30am when the victim was entering the classroom. The accused allegedly pulled out a gun and shot him in the head and fled the scene before the school’s security guard managed to capture him. The police found a 7.65mm pistol and black costume, including a mask which the boy was wearing, while he committed the crime before changing into a school uniform. The boy has reportedly confessed to the police that he had stolen the gun from his father because he was allegedly bullied by the victim.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 15, 2022 09:31 UTC
Thailand showcases its horticultural prowess at ‘Floriade 2022’
This was soon after the expo was officially opened by the Netherlands’ King Willem-Alexander. The expo, held in the Dutch city of Almere this year, has been held every 10 years in the Netherlands since 1960. This year, 26 countries are participating namely Bangladesh, Belgium, Chad, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Congo, Ecuador, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Ghana, India, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Qatar, South Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Surinam, Thailand, Emirates, Turkey and Yemen. Also joining the event are three international horticultural organisations, namely India’s Spiritual Garden, Turkey’s Lisnia Nature and the Sino-Europe Horticultural Association (SEHA). The expo, which wraps up on October 9, is expected to attract more than 2 million visitors.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 15, 2022 06:50 UTC
Summer storms to sweep across Thailand this weekend
The severe weather will then spread down the country as far as the upper South. "Outbreaks of summer storms are forecast followed by thunderstorms, gusty wind and hail,” said the department. It warned people in affected areas to keep away from large open spaces, big trees and unsecured billboards. "All transport systems should proceed with caution during the storms, and farmers should make preparations to prevent crop damage," it added.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 15, 2022 06:21 UTC
Eagle-eyed Chanettee rises to the challenge
Natipong is looking for his first win on the Asian Tour since claiming the 2015 Resorts World Manila Masters and put himself in position to do that today after shooting a 63. Mentally I am more at peace with myself, taking it shot by shot, that seems to work pretty well for me. Staying in the present, deep breaths before each shot, just to make sure my mindset is in the right place. I just didn’t switch back into the zone I was in last week, or in every other week,” said the 15 year old. “I got SEA Games next, I won’t let anyone down for that, I know what I need to do.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 15, 2022 02:50 UTC
Online sites offer satisfaction of virtual water splashing to celebrate Songkran
Sanook.com portal website is offering a virtual way to celebrate Songkran at https://season.sanook.com/songkran, where celebrants can choose their cartoon character and “targets” for water splashing among their friends in social media. At www.สงกรานต์ออนไลน์.com until Sunday, Songkran celebrants from anywhere in the world can take part in its virtual cultural and traditional activities that include water splashing, pouring water on the hands of elders to show respect and gratitude, and bathing Buddha images. They can choose a location for their online water fight, including Khaosan, Khao Niao, Tha Pae Gate, and Phuket’s Patong Beach. The Songkran Metaverse Festival 2022, accessed through the website https://bit.ly/3EctKCp, offers a virtual alternative for water splashing to mark the Thai Nw Year at two virtual locations — Khaosan and Silom. The celebrants can choose their three-dimensional avatar to take part in the virtual water fight, as well as chat with other Songkran revellers and listen to music online.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 14, 2022 18:50 UTC
Songkran event organisers urged to hand out water-resistant face masks
The network’s public policy manager, Wisanu Srithawong, said revellers would face difficulty breathing if their face masks were soaked. He also pointed out that some tourists had not dispersed from Khaosan Road even after 11pm on Wednesday while 70 per cent of them failed to wear face masks. “Hence, we advise event organisers to hand out water-resistant face masks to participants as the situation is currently going out of control,” he said. “Meanwhile, businesses, tour guides and hotel operators should create awareness among tourists on the issue.”
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 14, 2022 13:55 UTC
Covid patients advised to use separate bathroom, close commode lid while flushing
“These patients actually tested negative after taking a RT-PCR test using samples from the nasal cavity or the throat,” he said, adding that the RNA can be found in patients’ stools for up to seven months. Anan said most patients who have Covid RNA in their stools are those with symptoms related to the digestive system, such as stomach ache and nausea.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 14, 2022 06:36 UTC
CP Group’s data centres unit seeks $150 million in stake sale
CP Group’s data centres unit seeks $150 million in stake saleTrue Internet Data Center Co, a unit of conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group, is seeking to raise about $150 million from a sale of a minority stake, according to people with knowledge of the matter. True IDC is a carrier-neutral data centre and cloud service provider, and is part of CP Group’s digital unit Ascend Corp, according to its website. The unit operates four data centres in Thailand and one in Myanmar, True IDC’s website shows. Digital infrastructure such as towers and data centres are attracting interest from investors following a surge in online activity during the coronavirus pandemic. Time Dotcom Bhd, a Malaysian telecommunications provider, is considering strategic options for its data centres business that could be worth more than $500 million, Bloomberg News has reported.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 13, 2022 10:31 UTC
Major telecom operators cracking down on fake calls and messages
Once confirmed as phone numbers of gangsters, calls and SMS messages from the numbers would be blocked and True would coordinate with police to track the sources and make arrests, Natwut said. The operator is also cooperating with Whoscall platform to report numbers that have been confirmed as being used by gangsters, in another measure to protect the people, Natwut added. Meanwhile, DTAC announced on its website that it has opened 1678 hotline to receive complaints about suspicious calls and SMS messages. The call centre is an automatic and interactive system for customers to report the phone numbers for investigations. Customers can also send SMS messages to the 1678 hotline to report numbers of suspicious calls, the website said.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 13, 2022 09:40 UTC