Maya Bay closing for two months for natural rehabilitation

Closing aims to restore the marine ecosystem to its full potential.

Maya Bay in Krabi province is a magnet for tourists. (Photo: Pattarawadee Saengmanee)
Tourists flock to Maya Bay in Krabi territory. ( Photo: Pattarawadee Saengmanee )

Beginning August 1 for healthy recovery, Maya Bay, a well-known tourist destination in Krabi, and two additional compartments may close for two weeks.

According to Yutthaphong Dumsrisuk, commander of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park, an announcement regarding the closing of Maya Bay, Loh Samah Bay, and Lo Ko Bay on Mu Ko Phi Phi in tambon Ao Nang of Krabi’s Muang area from August 1 to September 30 may be made.

The closing also aims to protect tourists because, according to Mr. Yutthaphong, strong winds and waves during the rain can cause dangerous conditions, especially at Ao Loh Samah Pier, which is adjacent to Maya Bay, where visit boats cannot dock during this time.

Many tourists travelled to Maya Bay in search of its natural beauty after Leonardo DiCaprio’s role in the movie Leonardo DiCaprio’s Leonardo DiCaprio film The Beach, which made the film world renowned 23 years ago.

From Oct 1 last year to July 22, the sea welcomed 1, 683, 430 customers, generating 549.86 million baht in entrance fees for the national park.

In July 2023, the garden collected about 23 million ringgit in entry costs from 110, 436 customers. This month, the site raised nearly 34.74 million ringgit in access fees from 96, 236 visitors. Despite dropping by 13 328 visitors in comparison to past time, the area still managed to collect an extra 11.74 million ringgit as a result of stricter fee collection measures.

Another tourist-accessible areas of the regional park were announced on The Helmet Noppharat Thara-Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park’s Facebook page. For more information, customers may call park officials at 075 65 6150 or through their Instagram page.

From August 1 through September 30, Maya Bay and two other Krabi compartments will be closed for two weeks. ( National Park photo )

From August 1 through September 30, Maya Bay and two other Krabi compartments will be closed for two weeks. ( National Park photo )

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Thai students win medals at World Invention Creativity Olympic

Thai students receive awards at the WICO award ceremony in South Korea. (Photo: supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham)
Thai kids receive honors at the North Korean WICO award ceremony. ( Photo: supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham )

At the” 13th World Invention Creativity Olympic 2024″ ( WICO 2024 ), a group of four Thai students won two gold medals, one silver medal, and a special award.

The Korea University Invention Association ( KUIA ) and the World Invention Intellectual Property Association ( WIIPA ) organized the international competition, which took place on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Seoul University of Education Convention Hall.

Candidates from 27 different nations around the world showcased a complete of 206 ideas.

The Thai students showcased three inventions: Senior-Safety-Strider, an AI-powered running help with drop detection for seniors, Smart Finger Fruit, an AI-powered glove to help determine the ripeness of fruit, and Blip, a natural lip balm designed to minimize black pigmentation on the lips.

The Research Institution of Creativity Education ( RICE ) awarded them three medals and a special prize for their innovations.

Pimphaporn Chonviriyabun, Kanjanik Chonviriyabun, Natam Wongkularb, and Youth Exchange School ( YES ) student Piraya Makaraphong, Kanjanik Chonviriyabun, and Natam Wongkularb from Ruamrudee International School ( RIS ).

Thai individuals and customers to South Korea's 13th World Invention Creativity Olympic.

Thai individuals and customers to South Korea’s 13th World Invention Creativity Olympic.

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Thai students win medals at World Invention Creativity Olympics

Thai students receive their awards at the WICO awards ceremony in South Korea. (Photo: supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham)
At the WICO awards ceremony in South Korea, Thai kids receive their prizes. ( Photo: supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham )

At the” 13th World Invention Creativity Olympics 2024″ ( WICO 2024 ), a group of four Thai students won two gold medals, one silver medal, and a special award.

The Korea University Invention Association ( KUIA ) and the World Invention Intellectual Property Associations ( WIIPA ) organized the international competition, which took place on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Seoul University of Education Convention Hall.

Candidates from 27 different nations around the world showcased a full of 206 innovations.

The Thai students showcased three inventions: Senior-Safety-Strider, an AI-powered running help with drop detection for seniors, Smart Finger Fruit, an AI-powered glove to help determine the ripeness of fruit, and Blip, a natural lip balm designed to minimize black pigmentation on the lips.

Their discoveries gave them three medals and a prized prize from the Research Institution of Creativity Education ( RICE).

Pimphaporn Chonviriyabun, Kanjanick Chonviriyabun, and Nadham Wongkularb from Ruamrudee International School ( RIS), as well as Piraya Makararpong from Youth Exchange School ( YES ), were the four students.

Thai students and visitors at the 13th World Invention Creativity Olympic in South Korea.

At the 13th World Invention Creativity Games in South Korea, Thai individuals and customers.

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“No place like home” as Thaksin turns 75

Thaksin Shinawatra is crowded by supporters after arriving at the Pheu Thai Party's headquarters on March 26, 2024. He turns 75 on Friday. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)
On March 26, 2024, followers gathered at the Pheu Thai Party’s office in Thaksin Shinawatra. He turns 75 on Friday. ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)

All bridges led to Thaksin Shinawatra‘s home palace in Bangkok on Friday as the convicted former&nbsp, prime minister celebrated his 75th birthday.

The Ban Chan Song La property is located in Soi Charan Sanitwong 71 off Charan Sanitwong Road in the Bang Phlad region. The Pheu Thai Party chief and his girl, Paetongtarn, arrived there in the morning. Several friends began to enter the house to observe his day.

Writers and reporters were never permitted within, and event organisers showed them tops featuring Thaksin’s image and the text: “75, No Place Like Home”.

A shirt featuring Thaksin Shinawatra's picture and the message: "75, No Place Like Home."

A top featuring Thaksin Shinawatra’s image and the text: “75, No Place Like Home”.

His followers took to social media to wish him a happy day.

Adisorn Piengkes, a member of the Pheu Thai list and former chief government whip, posted on the short-video system TikTok,” Happy day, the prime minister, who is always in all Thais ‘ hearts.”

Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha and the former prime minister were hosting a group for both of them at the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel on Wednesday, according to a video shared on TikTok by @bew_wang85. The two entrepreneurs were born in various ages but share the same birthday.

Anutin Charnvirakul, the head of the Bhumjaithai Party, and Thamanat Prompow, the party’s secretary-general, were among the guests. At a destination in Nakhon Ratchasima next weekend, Thaksin and Mr. Anutin were spotted playing golf up.

Thaksin’s first birthday party took place on Friday at Ban Chan Song La, Thailand, after 17 times of self-imposed captivity there.

When he visited his home state in Chiang Mai in March, he told followers,” Happiness is at house”.

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Heavy rains flood Thai-Myanmar Border

Alerting about the possibility of floods and flash flooding in Tak.

Flooding affected the area around the first Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge in the Mae Sot district of Tak on Friday. (Photo: Tha Sai Luat Municipality)
On Friday, flood erupted in the Mae Sot city of Tak’s area around the first Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge. ( Photo: Tha Sai Luat Municipality )

After days of downpours, which have been pouring down the northern state, the Thai border in the Mae Sot area of Tak has been flooded. No indication of rain abating until the end of July.

People of the Tha Sai Luat Municipality were advised on Thursday night to be on call due to the rising water levels of the Moei River. Around 4am on Friday, the mixture of persistent rain and rising waves caused flooding to occur in neighborhoods and industrial areas.

By 10am, the water levels at the gate was measured at 1.6 yards, the city added.

Immediately across from Myawaddy area, Tambon Tha Sai Luat serves as a significant border business hub between Thailand and Myanmar.

The Tak department of the Government Public Relations Department advised drivers to avert approaching the bridge with non-urgent issues. With the assistance of about 100 troops and military trucks, customers was ebbing in the area as people continued to move their possessions to higher ground.

The company reported that the liquid level&nbsp increased as Mae Sot has been receiving a lot of liquid from the Moei and the Umphang and Phob Phra regions over the past three weeks.

Tak is one of the regions that is hardest hit by storms. The accumulated precipitation over the past 24 days reached 159 millimetres, followed by Kanchanaburi with 123mm and Chanthaburi with 119mm.

The Meteorological Department and the National Water Resources Office both issued a warning that Tak may continue to experience weather until the end of the month, with potential flash floods and landslides occurring during this time.

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Thailand’s new visas: Deeper Dive

It’s never been simpler to travel to Thailand and remain there for a long time thanks to the new immigration rules released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In a significant modify, the entry mark will be for 60 days and retractable at an emigration workplace for another 30 days, increasing the number of nations ready for visa-free entry from 57 to 93, including China and India. Up to 15 days of short-term employment in Thailand is permitted, but you must first obtain permission from a labor department or the airport. &nbsp,

If you come from a state not on the request provision record, there may also be good news: Visa-on-arrival is now available for another 31 places, up from the previous 19. But it’s a single-entry mark for just 15 days, and it costs 2, 000 baht.

The maximum amount of health insurance coverage for those on pension visa has been reduced from 3 million to just 400 000.

Additionally, the 40, 000 international students who attend Thai colleges and universities are permitted to stay for a year after graduating, as well as having the option to work in their fields.

New 5-year immigration

A new Destination Thailand visa that will be valid for five years and help remains for up to 180 days, with an extension to a year in full, has been really caught the attention of those who want to live in Thailand for long.

But it’s not for everyone, and the devil is in the information. Naruchai Ninnad, a senior official in Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the person responsible for creating the new regulations for the most recent version of the Bangkok Post’s Deeper Dive vodcast, joins me to answer your questions. Plug “play” below.

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Compassion key to understanding HIV

Members of a non-governmental organisation attend the 25th International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany, to promote the rights of people with HIV. Photos: Anucha Charoenpo
People of a non-governmental organization take part in the 25th International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany to advance the rights of those who have HIV. Photos: Anucha Charoenpo

Emanuel Karlstrom, 39, a planner at Hiv-Sverige/HIV-Sweden, a regional company that works for people living with HIV, says he found out that he contracted HIV in Thailand in 2012.

He thanks the Anonymous Clinic of the Thai Red Cross Society for assisting him in getting HIV treatment and teaching him how to be healthy and sit with the disease.

He claims that the staff at the doctor had positive attitudes toward those who had HIV and were positive about his condition.

He claims that he had a positive knowledge living in Thailand as a person who had HIV. ” I received great HIV care for years after I got it,” said one patient.

Mr Karlstrom was speaking on the sidelines of the 25th International AIDS Conference ( AIDS 2024 ) in Munich, Germany, which ends today, to present his organisation’s work.

According to Mr. Karlstrom, he claims to have immigrated to Thailand in 2012 to work for a business in Sing Buri. Nevertheless, he says he eventually quit the job and decided to further his research at Bangkok University.

He claims to have spent the majority of his seven times at Thailand’s school.

” It was 12 years ago, and I was just 27 years ]old ] at that time”, he says. ” I was ]studying for ] a bachelor’s degree in hotel and tourism management.

I had a good time and I enjoyed living living like most kids, he says.

Emanuel Karlstrom, 39, conversations about contracting HIV and receiving medical treatment in Thailand.

Emanuel Karlstrom, 39, conversations about contracting HIV and receiving medical treatment in Thailand.

Stress is a signal

The Swedish person claims to have discovered HIV after working out at a Bangkok treadmill.

He recalls using a rowing machine and quickly getting tired after only completing two breaths.

” I really felt that I had no strength. I had no power either, “he says”. At that point, I got back home and slept early that night. But when I went to the gym the following morning and engaged in the same exercise, I felt the same way.

Mr. Karlstrom claims that he had a suspicion that something was wrong with his figure, so he went to Thep Tharin Hospital the following morning and requested a check-up.

He claims he paid a few thousand pounds for the checkup, which included a sexually transmitted disease screen.

The information about his state came as a total horror, he says.

” I do n’t know how I contracted it. From who? It was n’t something I had previously considered.

” It was like a dark hole beginning when you get that information, and there was no counselling”, he says. ” There was no follow-up approach or whatever. I was even scared because]the medical treatment ] was in the official record.

” They had it on record. I thought they may share]the diagnosis ] with the government or something. Or perhaps the university learned? ] I was under ] a lot of stress, “he says.

According to Mr. Karlstrom, learning about his Aids disease was a difficult time in his life.

” Though, being in Thailand at that time, I felt Thai folks were also good. Maybe that was some relaxation. But I was also shocked, “he says”. How may I proceed? I mean, living as a tourist in Thailand, was I remain to be in the land? May I expose my situation? Do I face repatriation?

” Who do I talk to? What did I do in college? Of course, I was worried whether I had passed]HIV] to someone else or not”, he says.

” These were my major problems, particularly with my girlfriend at the time”, he adds. Did she get HIV from me or no?

” But, she understood everything. She gave me comfort. If I had n’t had her at the time to comfort me, I do n’t know whether I would have killed myself”.

He claims that his roommate was staying with him at the moment. He claims that the partners conducted an HIV check on the same day to confirm the results.

Luckily, she tested negative, he says, adding that she understood the situation and stood by him, giving him spiritual help.

Mr Karlstrom says that at first, he was scared of having intercourse with another, fearing he may spread the virus.

He claims he had inquiries about the illness, including whether cups and restrooms can be shared with non-patients.

He claims that he was concerned about unintentionally harming another person because he had no prior knowledge of the condition at the time.

But, he says his partner calmed him. He claims that she assisted him in finding the Private Clinic for the Thai Red Cross Society and sought medical guidance on HIV.

Convenience and understanding

According to Mr. Karlstrom, it took about four times to show his community about his condition. He claims that it was one of the most challenging issues he had previously done.

He claims that he was concerned about the stigma and discrimination associated with the illness. He claims that his relatives comforted him and assisted him in living with it.

However, he says that his recent girl of about three decades is from Kanchanaburi.

” I was confident because I]received ] a lot]of information ] about HIV/Aids”, he says. ” ]With antibiotic medication], I cannot move the condition to her, so she is safe.

” When I was in Thailand next day, we went up to Kanchanaburi, “he says”. We stayed it, and we even went there to get tested for HIV. She tested bad.”

He claims that she encourages him to reflect on his experiences and makes him feel stronger about his situation.

” I told her the same thing that I told you: I was drinking, having the best time of my existence, going out to stand out on Ekkamai Road, Ratchada Soi 4, “he says.

” I went to venues at RCA. Of course, apart from that, I was having intercourse with someone who I did not hear earlier.”

He claims that people who have HIV face a lot of discrimination, but many also stigmatize themselves.

Worry those who have HIV/AIDS. They ca n’t harm you, “he says.

” These people are concerned. We must look after ourselves and our body.

” You should treat them fairly, and at the end of the day, we take care of each another, “he adds.

” We love each other, simply as my girl does on an everyday basis.

” I am pleased to contribute to raising public awareness of HIV so that culture can understand it better,” he says. Simply put, it’s about loving one another.

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Joining as one to conquer obstacles

In televised tackle, King highlighted Thailand’s progress through social efforts and social survival, encouraging the nation to address potential hurdles with knowledge and unity

His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua urged Thais to band together for the new year, work together, and work together to advance happiness and stability next month.

The queen wished the Thai people a happy New Year in his televised New Month speech on December 31, 2023.

” I want to wish you all the best of luck on the eve of the new year. During the past year, many crucial events took place in our nation”, he said. ” Oct 13 has been designated Navamindra Maharaj Day to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the departure of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great,” according to a statement from the organization.

On October 13, a meeting to mark the opening of a monument of King Rama IX in honor of him was held. Numerous people attended the ceremony and paid respect to the memorial, according to the King. The park is located in Bangkok’s Nang Loeng location.

His Majesty the King said the inclusion of Si Thep Historical Park in Phetchabun as a Unesco World Heritage Site on September 19 was another positive development for Thais.

Because all Thai citizens work together to do good deeds for the typical good, he said, Thailand has retained its integrity and gained respect from other nations. For instance, projects set up to improve people’s quality of life– cooperation of the condition and personal sectors– have been effective.

Joining as one to conquer obstacles

Also, all helps to carry on, sustain, and establish upon the country’s cultural tradition to the best of their abilities. His Majesty the King cited the success of the khon shows organized by the SUPPORT Foundation of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, which even were very successful.

” On the New Year’s Eve, I would like to see you all determined and eager to work along. If there are any challenges or issues, he said,” confront them with mindfulness and wisdom and work together to resolve them based on reason, scientific principles, and sincerity.” He added that he combined all knowledge and abilities to respond appropriately to the circumstances in order to respond to the circumstances.

” The country will survive and be a location where we can live peacefully” if everyone can come together in this way.

” May you be protected from diseases and dangers by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great’s values and spiritual causes, and may you be blessed with power, wisdom, and success in achieving your goals throughout the year and always,” he continued.

Joining as one to conquer obstacles
Joining as one to conquer obstacles
Joining as one to conquer obstacles

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Thai, Cambodian police team up against scammers

National authorities chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol, who expects material results in a short period of time, said Thai and Vietnamese police may work together to fight call center scams.

Speaking after a video seminar meeting with his Vietnamese rival, Sar Thet, yesterday, he said both edges will step up cooperation in stamping out call center gangs, which are prevalent in both countries.

In the next 60 days, Pol Gen Torsak said he anticipates seeing positive effects.

The combined efforts will be led by a task force, and he predicted that the next meeting will take place in Cambodia next year.

Attended the meeting were senior police officers and representatives from the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, the Bank of Thailand, the Anti-Money Laundering Office ( Amlo ), and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission ( NBTC ).

Following new discussions between Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his rival Hun Manet regarding joint efforts to combat call-center fraud and virtual fraud, Deputy Police Chief Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet described the meeting as a result. He claimed that Mr. Srettha had instructed the police captain to work with Vietnamese authorities to solve the issue.

Today’s meeting focused on sharing information about the actions of call-centre scammers, suspected activity outposts in Cambodia and potential joint activities, he added.

More than 100 Thai citizens are wanted for participation in call-centre criminals who are hiding in Cambodia, according to Pol Gen Kitrat, and the Thai side even asked Cambodia to assist in tracking and deporting them.

He added that organized activity programs may be developed and that combined operating panels will be set up to promote the exchange of information.

The NBTC has asked those with six SIM cards and more to re-register their cards and verify their identities in order to prevent the issue of mule cards. The regulator announced last week that more than three million SIM cards had been suspended as a result of the holders ‘ failure to verify their identities by the deadline.

In order to disrupt call-center scam operations, police, the NBTC, and three mobile phone service providers have recently intensified efforts to remove illegal telecom signal towers and cables from dozens of locations along the border.

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Srettha, MFP face reckoning

Next quarter, social tensions are expected to rise.

The Constitutional Court will rule on two important cases that will determine the fate of the main opposition, Move Forward Party ( MPF), and Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, next month, leading to a rise in the political climate.

Former red-shirt head Jatuporn Prompan said,” I think the chances of the MFP surviving the dissolution situation are slim.” ” In the case brought against Mr Srettha, if he is removed from office, this may have a ripple effect on the]ruling ] Pheu Thai Party”.

According to other observers, Pheu Thai also has two PM candidates for the post of Mr. Srettha: party chief Paetongtarn Shinawatra and base associate Chaikasem Nitisiri.

Mr. Srettha said yesterday that he would concentrate on his job and that his motivation is great as he discussed the situation against him. He expressed confidence that the coalition do be calm. ” A difference in opinion is standard. If issues arise, they will be sorted out”.

Anutin Charvirakul, the deputy prime minister and internal secretary, downplayed speculation that Mr. Srettha might lose his job as a result of the judge’s decision yesterday.

Every member of the cabinet has defended the excellent minister morally. We hope he can survive the difficult days, said Mr. Anutin, who also leads the Bhumjaithai Party and ran for prime in the previous election.

In the most recent cabinet reshuffle, a group of 40 caregiver lawmakers filed a complaint in May asking the Constitutional Court to replace Mr. Srettha as PM’s business minister for allegedly violating the law by appointing Pichit Chuenban, an ex-convict and supporter of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

The senators claimed that Pichit was unfit to serve in the case because he had already served time in prison for contempt of court after they attempted to reward Supreme Court authorities by handing them a paper bag filled with 2 million ringgit.

In a contentious area dispute at the time, Pichit represented Thaksin.

Just before the jury heard the complaint, which was seen as a bid to save Mr. Srettha from a lawful wrangle, Pichit resigned from the position of PM Office Minister. The judge agreed to hear the circumstance against Mr. Srettha, but chose to reject the case against Pichit because he had already resigned.

On August 14, the judge may make its decision regarding the case against Mr. Srettha.

The Election Commission (EC ) filed the case against the MFP in March after the Constitutional Court ruled on January 31 that the MFP’s efforts to alter Section 112 of the Criminal Code were intended to undermine Thailand’s constitutional monarchy.

The EC argued that the group violated Section 92 of the natural law, which entitles the court to break any party that threatens the democratic monarchy, in light of the Jan. 31 decision.

The polling company requested that the judge dissolve the organization, forbid its executives from running for office in upcoming elections, and forbid them from forming new parties ‘ boards for ten years. On August 7th, the Constitutional Court will make a decision regarding the MFP’s breakdown situation.

MFP head Chaithawat Tulathon stated previously that the party was willing to accept the outcome, regardless of whether it had a positive or negative impact.

The MFP has grown stronger, with its people better prepared and more prepared to work, he said, giving the party a chance to win the next general election.

All eyes will be on Thaksin until he finishes his one-year prison statement on August 22. It’s still to be seen if he will step up to the place in Pheu Thai to support it regain its waning popularity.

Thaksin, 74, returned to Thailand on Aug 22, next month, after 15 years in self-exile. The Supreme Court also imposed an eight-year prison sentence on him for three separate instances that morning.

But, Thaksin was later transferred from Bangkok Remand Prison to the Police General Hospital for medical reasons that day.

A royal forgive reduced his prison sentence to a month. After spending six months in the hospital, Thaksin was paroled and discharged in February.

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