Colder weather moving in from Friday

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PUBLISHED: 8 Jan 2025 at 11: 22

A tourist poses for photos with the 5°C sign at Doi Inthanon National Park in the northern province of Chiang Mai on Wednesday morning. (Photo: Panumet Tanraksa)
On Wednesday night at Doi Inthanon National Park in the northeastern province of Chiang Mai, a visitor poses for pictures with the 5°C mark. ( Photo: Panumet Tanraksa )

Due to the arrival of a great pressure system from China, conditions are expected to drop precipitously in the majority of the nation starting this Friday.

Sukanyanee Yawinchan, director-general of the weather office, said on Wednesday that from Friday this week to Monday next year temperature may fall by 5-7°C in the North and Northeast, and 2-5°C in the Central Plains and Bangkok, East and higher South.

During the interval, winds will be powerful in the provinces.

In the dry conditions and strong winds, people in these regions were advised to stay warm and be wary of burning.

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The Gulf of Thailand and the South will experience stronger northwest monsoons over the same time frame. In consequence, it will weather more in the South and possibly also have a lot of rain in some parts of the lower South.

In the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, waves may be 2-3 meters high. Smaller boats are advised to stay offshore in the Gulf of Thailand from Friday through Monday.

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Jeju Air crash: No similar concrete structures near the runways of Singapore’s airports, says Chee Hong Tat

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Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat stated on Wednesday ( Jan 8 ) that there are no concrete structures like the one used in the recent crash at Jeju Air near the airports of Singapore. &nbsp,

According to Mr. Chee, who responded to a query about the Dec. 29 event in parliament, the severity of the result was “worsened because of the existence of a material structure at the end of the runway.” &nbsp,

According to Mr. Chee,” I believe there are some videos on social media showing the collision and how the plane crashed into this material wall.” &nbsp,

There are no such concrete buildings near planes at our flights, Mr. Chee said,” I’m happy to share with the House with the House.” &nbsp,

” All the air navigation equipment that is needed to operate close to our airports is made to explode in the event of a collision.”

Jeju Air trip 7C2216, which departed the Thai capital of Bangkok for Muan in southern South Korea, belly-landed and overshot the local carrier’s airport, exploding into lights after hitting an slope. &nbsp,

Only two people survived, making it the worst weather incident ever to occur on South Korean soil. &nbsp,

Mr. Chee stated that investigations are ongoing, and that Boeing and the Korean Civil Aviation Authority ( CAAS ) are in contact with the US Federal Aviation Administration.

As more details about the event become available, he said,” We will examine and take the necessary preventive measures.” &nbsp,

According to Mr. Chee, CAAS has also examined the preservation of the important techniques on the Boeing 737-800s, which are the same type as the one involved in the incident, and that it has “found no anomalies or consistency issues.” &nbsp,

” We are really sad to learn about this incident”, he added. ” We express our deepest sympathies to the victims and their families.”

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Singaporean composer George Leong expresses frustrations with music industry in Facebook post, calls Dick Lee out

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Leong also included pictures of him removing songs by Hong Kong singers Leslie Cheung and Sandy Lam, the” two most gigantic information” he worked on.

” These tracks were classic, selling over 3 million copies in 1994 and 1995. Despite my passion for music and a portfolio with over 2, 000 pieces and numerous prizes, I’ve realized that these accomplishments, in the grand scheme of things, don’t really matter.

Leong stated that his “let go of the wish” that he could continue to pursue a career in music creation and arrangement is his New Year’s resolution.

” Rather, I’m devoting my power to my other passions, like exercise, which brings me real pleasure and positivity”, he wrote.

” It’s much more rewarding to help others improve their health and well-being than the oppression and sadness I’ve endured in music,” I said.

In a after article, Leong explored the possibility of writing a narrative of his experience. He claimed that he would “expose some pretty famous composer-producers who don’t know a single touch of audio theory but managed to fake their way through” and that he would also feature” artists who couldn’t speak to keep their life.”

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Writers in Singapore issue collective statement denouncing NLB’s ‘uncritical endorsement of generative AI’

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The members requested that NLB adjust its policies and programs in light of concerns raised by intellectual house, the psychological impact of relational AI, the quality of AI-generated plays, and the environmental impact.

Additionally, they requested that NLB hold an open dialogue with Singapore’s artistic elite to discuss AI issues.

” We trust that you will remember this important part you play in our culture, and spend wisely in policies that may enrich, not oppress, our literary tradition”.

CNA Lifestyle has reached out to NLB for feedback.

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Red-level air pollution blankets most of Thailand

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Vehicles queue near a school amid thick smog in Muang district of Samut Prakan on Wednesday morning.
In the Muang city of Samut Prakan on Wednesday morning, vehicles line up close to a school in the middle of the dense smog.

Only seven of Thailand’s 77 regions had safe air to breathe, and on Wednesday morning, most regions, including the money, were covered in red, dangerous fine sand.

The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency ( Gistda ) reported at 8am on Wednesday that 39 provinces were shrouded with “red” hazardous-to-health levels of particulate matter 2.5 micrometres and less in diameter ( PM2.5 ).

The PM2.5 rates ranged from 76.5 to 143.1 microgrammes per square inch of weather over the past 24 hrs. The highest level was in Samut Sakhon province, followed by 133.2µg/m ³ in Pathum Thani, 129.4µg/m ³ in Bangkok, 128.6µg/m ³ in Nonthaburi and 125µg/m ³ in Ayutthaya.

Other regions facing the purple levels of dust, in a descending purchase, were Nakhon Pathom, Samut Prakan, Ang Thong, Sing Buri, Saraburi, Lop Buri, Samut Songkhram, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Suphan Buri, Chai Nat, Uthai Thani, Nakhon Sawan, Chachoengsao, Nakhon Ratchasima, Kanchanaburi, Chaiyaphum, Prachin Buri, Phetchabun, Phichit, Nakhon Nayok, Sa Kaeo, Maha Sarakham, Chon Buri, Khon Kaen, Kamphaeng Phet, Nong Bua Lam Phu, Nong Khai, Phitsanulok, Udon Thani, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Rayong, Loey and Buri Ram.

The government-set secure level is 3.7.5µg/m³.

Orange levels of PM2.5, which are the leves of fine particles that began to affect health, were present in 31 provinces. The rates ranged from 41.7 to 73.4µg/m³.

In a descending attempt, the provinces were Tak, Kalasin, Chanthaburi, Surin, Sakon Nakhon, Mukdahan, Roi Et, Ubon Ratchathani, Sukhothai, Si Sa Ket, Nakhon Phanom, Phatthalung, Yala, Trang, Pattani, Narathiwat, Satun, Phuket, Songkhla, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Uttaradit, Trat, Bueng Kan, Krabi, Nan, Lamphun, Phrae, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phangnga and Lampang.

Safe PM2.5 levels ranging 21.2 to 36.4µg/m ³ were in Phayao, Ranong, Chiang Rai, Surat Thani, Chumphon, Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son which recorded the lowest level.

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Red-level air pollution blankets most of the country

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Vehicles queue near a school amid thick smog in Muang district of Samut Prakan on Wednesday morning.
In the Muang region of Samut Prakan on Wednesday morning, vehicles line up close to a school in the middle of the dense haze.

Only seven out of Thailand’s 77 provinces had safe air to breathe, and most provinces, including the money, were blanketed with crimson levels of toxic fine sand on Wednesday night.

The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency ( Gistda ) reported at 8am on Wednesday that 39 provinces were shrouded with “red” hazardous-to-health levels of particulate matter 2.5 micrometres and less in diameter ( PM2.5 ).

The PM2.5 rates ranged from 76.5 to 143.1 microgrammes per square inch of weather over the past 24 hrs. The highest level was in Samut Sakhon province, followed by 133.2µg/m ³ in Pathum Thani, 129.4µg/m ³ in Bangkok, 128.6µg/m ³ in Nonthaburi and 125µg/m ³ in Ayutthaya.

Other regions facing the purple levels of dust, in a descending purchase, were Nakhon Pathom, Samut Prakan, Ang Thong, Sing Buri, Saraburi, Lop Buri, Samut Songkhram, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Suphan Buri, Chai Nat, Uthai Thani, Nakhon Sawan, Chachoengsao, Nakhon Ratchasima, Kanchanaburi, Chaiyaphum, Prachin Buri, Phetchabun, Phichit, Nakhon Nayok, Sa Kaeo, Maha Sarakham, Chon Buri, Khon Kaen, Kamphaeng Phet, Nong Bua Lam Phu, Nong Khai, Phitsanulok, Udon Thani, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Rayong, Loey and Buri Ram.

The government-set secure level is 3.7.5µg/m³.

Orange levels of PM2.5, which are the leves of fine dust that began to affect health, were present in 31 provinces. The rates ranged from 41.7 to 73.4µg/m³.

In a descending attempt, the counties were Tak, Kalasin, Chanthaburi, Surin, Sakon Nakhon, Mukdahan, Roi Et, Ubon Ratchathani, Sukhothai, Si Sa Ket, Nakhon Phanom, Phatthalung, Yala, Trang, Pattani, Narathiwat, Satun, Phuket, Songkhla, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Uttaradit, Trat, Bueng Kan, Krabi, Nan, Lamphun, Phrae, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phangnga and Lampang.

Safe PM2.5 levels ranging 21.2 to 36.4µg/m ³ were in Phayao, Ranong, Chiang Rai, Surat Thani, Chumphon, Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son which recorded the lowest level.

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Maid to claim trial to rash act in death of 4-year-old girl hit by car in River Valley

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An Indonesian girl will go on trial for the fatal crash that left a four-year-old girl in River Valley after she was allegedly causing severe harm by a rash act.

Lilyana Eva, 32 ,’s attorney informed a district court on Wednesday ( Jan 8 ) that she would not be entering a guilty plea.

Lilyana was accused of the impulsive act on November 6, 2024, just before 5 p.m. on January 23, 2024.

She is accused of taking her along Institution Hill at an unsigned bridge without holding onto her, failing to ensure the protection of Zara Mei Orlic.

The child reportedly ran across the road and was struck by a car as a result, causing severe injuries.

The 40-year-old American woman’s vehicle collided with Zara in the next lane and ran over her knee and mind.

Zara was taken to the hospital but died later that evening of brain injury, a sheriff’s investigation found in July 2024.

The visitors police conducted an investigation to discover that the vehicle was not moving at a rapid speed and that Zara had just appeared in in-vehicle images for one second prior to the incident.

As Zara was merely 100cm high, she was very little to be seen by the driver.

The accident” a timely reminder to caretakers of younger kids of the importance of road security,” the prosecutor said.

He claimed that young children are prone to make fast activities and do not understand the road accidents.

The coroner added that the young children’s natural build, according to the case, allowed them to be obscured by other vehicles or near objects.

On Wednesday, Lilyana’s attorney Ms Lolita Andrew requested a pre-trial event date and was given one on Jan 31.

Lilyana remains out on bail of S$ 15, 000 ( US$ 11, 000 ).

A impulsive act that causes severe harm can result in a prison term of up to four years, a fine of up to S$ 10,000, or both.

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PM dismisses reshuffle talk

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PUBLISHED: 8 Jan 2025 at 08: 07

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and the Cabinet take a group photo at the lawn area in front of the Thai Khu Fa building at Government House in September last year. (Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut)
In September of last year, the Cabinet and Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra took a group photo in front of the Thai Khu Fa tower. ( Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut )

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the prime minister, refuted rumors that she has considered a government change.

The prime minister responded to rumors that some ministers would be ousted from the state as part of a planned cabinet reshuffle on Tuesday by responding to press inquiries.

Ms. Paetongtarn claimed she had not considered reshuffle the case at this time. She said she intends to schedule a meeting with her officials to learn about their problems and receive changes on the government’s progress.

She stated that she would immediately send offers for discussions to these ministers. She stated that she wanted to meet with two officials this month, but she did not specify which officials those officials would be.

In the meantime, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul responded to questions from the internet regarding a New Year’s Eve meeting with former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra about social issues.

Mr. Anutin, the interior minister, claimed that they did not discuss politicians and that their purpose was to only pay respects and change New Year’s desires with a senior official.

When questioned about whether Thaksin had given any advice on the operation of the state, he said that no work-related issues were raised. When questioned about whether or not the current political situation was being discussed, he claimed Thaksin had not raised like issues.

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