Ethereum co-founder donates B10m to Moo Deng zoo

Narongwit Chodchoy, director of Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand's Si Racha province, poses with a board displaying a 10-million-baht donation from Vitalik Buterin. (Photo: Khao Kheow Open Zoo Facebook page)
Narongwit Chodchoy, chairman of Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand’s Si Racha state, poses with a table displaying a 10-million-baht contribution from Vitalik Buterin. ( Photo: Khao Kheow Open Zoo Facebook page )

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of the Ethereum blockchain, has given 10 million baht to Khao Kheow Open Zoo, Moo Deng‘s house, to help pay for changes to all the zoo’s pets. &nbsp,

In Si Racha, Chon Buri, Mr. Buterin visited the 5-month-old dwarf crocodile on November 19th while sporting a Moo Deng-patterned clothing.

The Zoo’s control thanked the 30-year-old American for joining the Wildlife Sponsorship Program with a payment of 10 million baht, which the Zoo posted on its Facebook section on Thursday. We hereby declare,” We look forward to working with you over the next two years for the benefit of the Khao Kheow Open Zoo area and also all of our customers.” the Zoo wrote.

A design strategy for the Zoo’s animal enclosures would also be displayed on the page.

Mr. Buterin stated in a letter to the Zoo that he would create the payment. Part of the text reads:

What better way to accomplish that than by giving Moo Deng, a Christmas present to someone who is lovely to all Thai citizens and has developed into one of the most unexpected and significant Thai stars on the global level?

” I am delighted to accept your offer to get Moo Deng’s adoptive parents while she grows up, and to donate the Zoo in her title, no less than 10, 000, 000 THB”, he wrote.

He brought a case of Pad Krapao to Moo Deng’s guard on his first visit as a product and this time, though no current, gave more good support. &nbsp,

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Hoar frost greets Doi Inthanon visitors for 5th time

Frost on the leaves at Doi Inthanon mountaintop in Chom Thong district of Thailand's Chiang Mai province on Thursday morning. ( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )
On Thursday morning, a frosted haze appeared on the leaves at the Doi Inthanon mountain peak in Chom Thong city of Chiang Mai state, Thailand. ( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

Since Tuesday, CHIANG MAI has experienced moey khab, or hoar frost, rimming the grass to welcome visitors to the top of Doi Inthanon. It is anticipated that the nice weather will last until January 1st. &nbsp,

Officials reported that the Kew Mae Pan viewpoint’s 6°C heat this day and 8°C at the Doi Inthanon National Park ranger company in the Chom Thong district’s 8°C. It was the 5th day moey khab was spotted this spring, the next day in a string as of Thursday, drawing 4, 449 visitors—3, 206 Thais and 1, 243 foreigners—from Christmas night, Kriangkrai Chaiphicet, commander of the national park said.

Guests were also greeted by the first moonlight, passing through the warm fog on the mountain. &nbsp,

( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

Another warm weather large from China has reportedly covered the northwestern region of Thailand and will continue until January, according to the Northern Meteorological Centre.

The North may experience sporadic rainfall this trip and chilly air in the morning, according to the center.

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New Year road safety centre launches ’10 dangerous days’ campaign

A road accident is seen in Kanchanaburi, the Thai province that recorded the highest number of road accident injuries during the 'seven dangerous days' of the 2023-2024 New Year holiday. (Photo supplied)
The state of Kanchanaburi, Thailand, which recorded the highest number of road accident injury during the” seven dangerous time” of the New Year’s Eve in 2023-2024, is visible in a road mishap. ( Photo supplied )

The administration’s duration has grown from seven days in previous years to ten days. The road health and injury prevention center has been launched ahead of the New Year’s vacation travel.

At its meeting on Wednesday, the National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee decided to extend the battle for New Year’s Road Safety. The improvement was intended to cover the longer vacation time this time, running from Dec 27, 2024 to Jan 5, 2025. &nbsp, &nbsp,

The beginning of the highway safety and injury prevention center was presided over by Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. He claimed that road users were exposed to higher risks as a result of the administration’s focus on 10 crucial time until Sunday January 5 ( January 5 ). He urged drivers to strictly adhere to traffic laws and steer clear of drink-driving or drowsy driving in order to assist authorities reduce road accidents.

In order to avoid repeat accidents, law enforcement agencies were instructed to strictly enforce customers laws, reducing fatalities, and keeping an eye on bus inspections. According to Mr. Anutin, the Ministry of Public Health had been instructed to train health teams for injury emergencies.

Emergency medical groups had carefully monitor high-risk areas that are prone to numerous accidents, according to Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin, and be prepared to support residents along major thoroughfares, including Motorway No. 6 ( M6), which runs from Bang Pa-In to Nakhon Ratchasima, and the new 96-kilometre Motorway No. 81 ( M81 ) linking Bang Yai district in Nonthaburi province with Kanchanaburi. A coordinated efforts among area, water, and air travel companies has also been put in place.

Dr Taejing Siripanich, secretary-general of the Don’t Pull Drunk Foundation, said extending the highway safety plan from seven to 10 days was great but the state needed to prioritise this problem all year round. He cited data showing that such efforts could significantly lower road accidents by 50 %, compared to an average of 40 fatalities per time outside the so-called” seven or 10 dangerous time” of the year. &nbsp,

During the” seven hazardous time” of the New Year’s Eve holiday last year, 284 people were reported dead and 2 307 were injured in 288 traffic incidents across the nation.

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Defence Ministry open to queries on businesses

Phumtham: Defence to give updates
Phumtham: Army to provide updates

According to Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, the Defence Ministry is ready to listen to any inquiries regarding the proposed move of companies run by the Thai military forces.

He made the comment on Wednesday during a conference with a particular House committee looking into the exchange of military-run companies.

Mr. Phumtham assured the committee that the government do speed up the necessary steps and provide regular updates and acknowledged that some issues necessitate constitutional amendments.

Deputy Defense Minister Gen Natthapon Nakpanich, defense minister Sanitanok Sangkhachan, and members of the armed forces were likewise present at the meeting.

Jirayu Houngsub, a spokeswoman for the Defense Ministry, stated that the conference was intended to gather ideas for improving regulations and ensuring accountability.

Among the problems discussed were the administration of resorts, golf courses, and security tasks. Some critics assumed that some defense-owned resources would stifle opposition to their relocation. Some have been in the hands of the government for years.

Mr. Jirayu claimed that the navy had been informed that the transfer of its Chon Buri power production facility was going well and that the Provincial Electricity Authority ( PEA ) would soon be given final approval for its operations.

The atmosphere force said it would need to keep oversight of the facility because it is located in a vulnerable area in order to move the Kantarat Golf Course to Don Mueang Airport.

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, a research panel representative, on Wednesday thanked the army and the air pressure for their input, but noted the army had yet to send certain finance-related reports. He requested that Mr. Phumtham issue an order to speed up this procedure to maintain transparency.

The chancellor stated that the government is prepared to respond to inquiries about the proposed business transfer.

Critics of the military and the main opposition Women’s Party have been looking at the function of racecourses, boxing venues, golf courses, hotels, and radio and television channels run by the defense.

In order to be transparent, they have also demanded that some firms be transferred to the authorities.

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Thai Defence Ministry open to queries on businesses

Thailand's Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai: Defence to give updates
Thailand’s Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai: Military to provide updates

According to Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, the Defence Ministry is ready to listen to any inquiries regarding the proposed move of companies run by the Thai military forces.

He made the comment on Wednesday during a conference with a particular House committee looking into the exchange of military-run companies.

Mr. Phumtham assured the committee that the government may speed up the necessary steps and provide regular updates by acknowledging that some issues call for constitutional amendments.

General Natthapon Nakpanich, Sanitanok Sangkhachan, the Deputy Defense Minister, and members of the armed forces were likewise present at the meeting.

Jirayu Houngsub, a spokeswoman for the Defense Ministry, stated that the conference was intended to gather ideas for improving rules and ensuring accountability.

Among the problems discussed were the administration of resorts, golf courses, and security tasks. Some defense-owned goods have been in the hands of the government for years, and some reviewers assumed that they would entice opposition to their relocation.

Mr. Jirayu claimed that the navy had been informed that the transfer of its power production facility in Sattahip, Chon Buri, was going well and that the final decisions regarding which operations would be handed over to the Provincial Electricity Authority ( PEA ) would be made soon.

The weather force said it would need to keep guidance of the facility because it is located in a vulnerable area in order to move the Kantarat Golf Course to Don Mueang Airport.

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, a research panel representative, on Wednesday thanked the army and the air pressure for their input, but noted the army had yet to send certain finance-related reports. He requested that Mr. Phumtham matter an order to speed up this procedure to maintain transparency.

The secretary stated that the ministry is prepared to respond to inquiries about the proposed business move.

Critics of the military and the main opposition Women’s Party have been looking at the function of racecourses, boxing arenas, golf courses, hotels, and radio and television channels run by the defense.

In order to be transparent, they have even called for the exchange of some businesses to the government.

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Ministry open to queries on businesses

Phumtham: Defence to give updates
Phumtham: Army to provide updates

According to Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, the Defense Ministry is ready to listen to any inquiries relating to the suggested move of the armed forces’ companies.

He made the comment on Wednesday during a conference with a particular House committee looking into the exchange of military-run companies.

Mr. Phumtham assured the commission that the government may speed up the necessary steps and provide regular updates by acknowledging that some problems call for constitutional changes.

Deputy Defense Minister Gen Natthapon Nakpanich, defense minister Sanitanok Sangkhachan, and members of the armed forces were also present at the meeting.

Jirayu Houngsub, a spokeswoman for the Defense Ministry, stated that the conference was intended to gather ideas for improving regulations and ensuring accountability.

Among the problems discussed were the control of resorts, golf courses, and security tasks. Some defense-owned goods have been in the hands of the government for years, and some reviewers assumed that they would entice opposition to their relocation.

Mr. Jirayu claimed that the military had been informed that the transfer of its Chon Buri power production facility was going well and that final decisions regarding the operation of the Provincial Electricity Authority would be made immediately.

The weather force said it would need to keep guidance of the facility because it is in a vulnerable area in order to transfer the Kantarat Golf Course to Don Mueang Airport.

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, a research panel part, monday thanked the army and the air pressure for their input, but noted the army had yet to send certain finance-related reports. He requested that Mr. Phumtham issue an order to speed this procedure to ensure clarity.

The secretary stated that the ministry is prepared to respond to any inquiries regarding the proposed business move.

Critics of the military and the main opposition Women’s Party have been looking at the function of racecourses, boxing venues, golf courses, hotels, and radio and television channels run by the defense.

In order to be transparent, they have also demanded that some firms be transferred to the authorities.

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Thai parliament to review charter reform bills

PP measure did visit scrutiny queue: Wan

A bird flies over Democracy Monument in Bangkok at dawn. (Bangkok Post File Photo)
At sunrise, a parrot flies over the Democracy Monument in Bangkok. ( Bangkok Post File Photo )

According to parliament leader Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, costs requiring section-by-section revisions to the 2017 Constitution will be examined by congress in mid-January.

Currently, there are 17 proposals seeking to revise the charter section-by-section and another bill, sponsored by the opposition People’s Party, seeking to amend Section 256 of the charter to pave the way for a charter-drafting assembly ( CDA ), he said.

Mr. Wan said he intends to include the expenses along with the others for scrutiny on January 14 and 15 now that the congress president’s legitimate committee has recommended that the PP-sponsored bill remain on parliament’s agenda.

On January 8, he promised to explain which act bill may be taken up first with the government, the opposition, and Senate whips.

PP list-MP Parit Wacharasindhu claimed on Monday that the party-proposed legislation laying out the steps to creating a CDA may be immediately before congress.

He argued that the decision was critical because it would shorten the process of drafting the charter, which might result in the creation of a new charter before the upcoming general election.

The opposition group claims that the proposed charter rewrite would not violate a new Constitutional Court ruling by holding two referendums as enough.

The court ruled in 2021 that if a motion to alter the whole charter is approved, a second referendum may be held to see if the fresh content is received with approval.

When asked about the possibility of holding only two referendums, Mr. Wan emphasized that the contract rewrite also requires a second of the Senate’s support regardless of how many rounds are held.

He claimed that putting costs on the legislative agenda does not promise their passage, and he is doubtful whether the Constitutional Court’s decision will be sought once to address the referendum-related problem.

” But if the contract proposals aren’t included on the objective, people will lament the lack of improvement”, he said.

Earlier, Mr Wan said the charges seeking to update the mandate section-by-section would hardly contradict the Constitutional Court’s 2021 decision because they don’t targeted the complete charter.

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Parliament to review charter reform bills

PP measure did visit scrutiny queue: Wan

A bird flies over Democracy Monument at dawn. (Bangkok Post File Photo)
At sunrise, a parrot flies over Democracy Monument. ( Bangkok Post File Photo )

According to parliament president Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, bills requiring section-by-section revisions to the 2017 law may be examined by congress in the middle of January.

Currently, there are 17 proposals seeking to revise the charter section-by-section and another bill, sponsored by the opposition People’s Party, seeking to amend Section 256 of the charter to pave the way for a charter-drafting assembly ( CDA ), he said.

Mr. Wan said he intends to include the expenses along with the others for scrutiny on January 14 and 15 now that the congress president’s legitimate committee has recommended that the PP-sponsored bill remain on parliament’s agenda.

He promised to explain which act bill may be considered first with the government, the opposition, and Senate whips on January 8.

Parit Wacharasindhu, a member of the PP list, claimed that the party-proposed act putting the foundation for a CDA would immediately be introduced before parliament on Monday.

He argued that the decision was important because it would shorten the process of drafting the charter, which would result in the proposed amendment receiving two referendums as opposed to three, and a potential new charter before the upcoming general election.

The opposition group claims that two referendums are enough to pass the proposed charter rewrite without violating a new Constitutional Court ruling.

The court ruled in 2021 that if a motion to alter the whole charter is approved, a second referendum may be held to see if the new content is received with approval.

When asked about the possibility of holding only two referendums, Mr. Wan pointed out that the contract update also needs a fourth of the Senate’s support regardless of how many shells are held.

He claimed that putting expenses on the legislative agenda won’t guarantee their passage, and he is doubtful whether the Constitutional Court will seek to address the referendum-related problem once more.

” But if the contract proposals aren’t included on the plan, people will lament the lack of development”, he said.

Earlier, Mr Wan said the charges seeking to update the mandate section-by-section would hardly contradict the Constitutional Court’s 2021 decision because they don’t targeted the complete charter.

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Healthcare plan in final roll out

Access is made easier with a modern program.

Clearing-house: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra posted this photo via her ingshin21 Instagram account on Wednesday, saying these were files sorted into a final batch of work for 2024, and files prepared for 2025. She took this picture in her office at Government House.
Clearing-house: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra posted this picture via her ingshin21 Instagram accounts on Wednesday, saying these were data sorted into a last batch of labor for 2024, and documents prepared for 2025. In her business at Government House, she took this photo.

The last and fourth stage of the 30-baht” treatment everywhere” universal healthcare initiative will begin on January 1 in the country’s final 31 provinces as more digital medical services are used to shorten hospital wait times.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra led Wednesday’s release function. Somsak Thepsutin, the vice prime minister, and Prasert Jantararuangtong, the minister of public wellbeing, joined her.

Since Jan 7 this year, 46 regions, including Bangkok, have entered the project to deliver greater advantage for people seeking medical help under the care program.

The next step of the system is due to release on Jan 1 in 31 regions including Chon Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Surat Thani, Phuket, Sukhothai, and Khon Kaen.

Ms. Paetongtarn claimed the program, which the government successfully implemented in a year, helps people save on private medical expenses and stops them from accumulating debt to pay for pricey procedures or surgeries.

The universal healthcare system is adopting a digital platform to make getting skilled even simpler, she said as technology develops in the field of medical care.

Under the system, all medical records and associated patient data will be linked between hospitals, allowing any hospital to access the information.

All members have to do is provide their ID cards to get health care.

This increased digitalization makes it possible for the general public to schedule medical appointments using a mobile app and, where necessary, to receive treatment electronically via telemedicine channels.

Patients who have only mild signs or non-serious conditions are not required to visit a doctor.

Instead, they will be consulted with physicians electronically. If any medicine is prescribed, it will be delivered to the patient’s residence.

The program will also expand the number of work for shipping vehicles at the community level, the prime minister continued.

Ms. Paetongtarn claimed that more people are able to benefit from the services on offer thanks to improvements to the 30-baht system for universal healthcare.

80 % of those who had never used the program when turned to it this time.

Ms. Paetongtarn stated that the government may put a focus on taking proactive steps to improve people’s well-being starting in 2019.

In light of the country’s aging nation, those on the list include opening Palliative Care Centers nationwide to help the elderly.

The top said the facilities are a benefit for work, with plans afoot to get at least 15, 000 caregivers. They will be trained to run the facilities ‘ activities.

New job applicants and taxpayers are the ideal candidates for recruitment.

Through quick testing and prompt diagnosis, the general healthcare program may contribute to improving public health.

People will receive check products at pharmacy for free of charge. The products are effective in detecting diseases such as HIV, cervical cancer, kidney mistake, and venom duct cancers.

Ms. Paetongtarn added that test kits for microalbumin, a sign of kidney disease, are even available for free distribution.

As services are expanded nationwide, the prime minister declared that complete care will be provided to anyone who suffers from mental health disorders. They will be able to use an app to get a consultation. More recovery specialists will also be trained, she said.

In each of Bangkok’s 50 districts, a City Hall-run doctor will also be upgraded to better serve the residents of those neighborhoods.

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Thailand’s 30-baht healthcare plan in final roll out

Helps access through a digital app

Clearing-house: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra posted this photo via her ingshin21 Instagram account on Wednesday, saying these were files sorted into a final batch of work for 2024, and files prepared for 2025. She took this picture in her office at Government House.
Clearing-house: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra posted this picture via her ingshin21 Instagram accounts on Wednesday, saying these were data sorted into a last batch of labor for 2024, and documents prepared for 2025. She took this photo in her state building.

The final and fourth stage of the 30-baht” treatment everywhere” universal healthcare initiative will begin on January 1 in the country’s final 31 provinces as more digital medical services are used to shorten hospital wait times.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra led Wednesday’s release function. Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong and Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin joined her.

Since Jan 7 this year, 46 regions, including Bangkok, have entered the project to deliver greater advantage for people seeking medical help under the care program.

The next step of the system is due to release on Jan 1 in 31 regions including Chon Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Surat Thani, Phuket, Sukhothai, and Khon Kaen.

Ms. Paetongtarn claimed the program, which the government successfully implemented in a year, helps people save on specific medical expenses and stops them from accumulating debt to pay for pricey procedures or surgeries.

The universal healthcare system is adopting a digital platform to make getting care also simpler, she said as technology advances in the field of medical providers.

In accordance with the plan, all patient health records and related patient information may be linked to hospitals, allowing any hospital to access it.

To access the clinical service, customers simply need to provide their ID cards.

This increased digitalization makes it possible for the general public to schedule health appointments using a mobile app and, where necessary, to receive treatment electronically via telemedicine channels.

Patients who have only mild signs or non-serious conditions are not required to visit a doctor.

Instead, they will be consulted with physicians electronically. If any medicine is prescribed, it will be delivered to the patient’s residence.

The prime minister added that the program may also expand the number of community-based work for delivery individuals.

More people are enrolled in the 30-baht program, according to Ms. Paetongtarn, who cited improvements in the universal healthcare system.

80, 000 people who had never used the system when turned to it this season.

Ms. Paetongtarn stated that the government may put a focus on taking proactive steps to improve people’s well-being next month.

In light of the ageing society of the country, those on the list include opening preventative care centers globally to help the elderly.

The top said the facilities are a benefit for work, with plans afoot to get at least 15, 000 caregivers. They will be trained to run the facilities ‘ activities.

New job applicants and taxpayers are the target groups for enrollment.

Through quick individual screening and prompt diagnosis, the general healthcare scheme will work to advance public health through its extensive coverage.

In pharmacies, test kits may be provided for free of charge. The products are effective in detecting diseases such as HIV, cervical cancer, kidney mistake, and venom duct cancers.

Ms. Paetongtarn added that test kits for microalbumin, a sign of liver disease, are even available for free distribution.

As services are expanded nationwide, the prime minister declared that anyone who suffers from mental health disorders will receive extensive care. They will be able to get a conversation through an software. More recovery experts will also be trained, she said.

Additionally, a City Hall-run doctor will be upgraded so that it can better assist people in their neighborhoods.

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