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3 arrested for B8m fraud in science equipment purchases

On: December 7, 2023

7 December 2023 at 13 :15 PUBLISHED

A company staff and two adult employees from the Department of Medical Sciences of the Public Health Ministry were detained on Thursday on suspicion of falsifying documents about the purchase of technology equipment, which resulted in damages of about 8 million baht.

The Anti-Corruption Police Division (ACPD ) and representatives from the Public Sector Anti- Corruption Commission ( NACC), the National Anti Money Laundering Office ( Amlo ), and other organizations all participated in the arrests, which were carried out by a combined team of police officers.

In Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Bangkok, the crew searched five goals.

With a Criminal Court warrant for Corruption and Misconduct Cases Region 1, the authorities detained 54-year-old products and provide national Janya Sapthorani and her daughter 32 years old operational official Rattanaporn Hongthong at the Department of Medical Sciences office in the Muang district of Nonthaburi.

Anon Hongthong, 32, a panel member of the company, was detained after the officials searched the company of N Y Plus Company in the Bang Bua Thong city of Nonthaburi around the same time. He is the son-in-law of Ms. Janya.

The three were accused of fabricating paperwork involving the purchase of scientific products that were neither carried out nor delivered to the Department of Medical Sciences ‘ supply and equipment company, resulting in losses of about 8 million baht in the 2023 fiscal year.

The ACPD was given custody of them so they could proceed legally.

Man jailed for taking voyeuristic videos of university friends-turned-flatmates

By: Marcus Ching

On: December 7, 2023

In: South-East Asia

SINGAPORE: A Malaysian man betrayed their mutual respect by downloading ghoulish videos of two of his feminine friends, including his sister’s girlfriend, while they were both undergraduates and later shared a level in Singapore.

The 27-year-old permanent resident of Malaysia and Singapore, who cannot be identified to protect the identities of the victims, was given a 45-week prison term on Thursday ( Dec 7 ).

He admitted guilt to two matters of pornography and considered a second charge.

The offender was identified by the court as belonging to a group of four friends, which included two women, one 26-year-old and her fiance of 26 years old, as well as the victim.

They shared a Singapore apartment after getting to know one another as freshmen.

The 27-year-old lady who was the first victim was also the defendant’s coworker.

The perpetrator started making upskirt films of the first target in their shared apartment sometime in early 2021.

He therefore started recording her in their business as well.

He recorded her in the apartment and the business a total of 20 times.

The criminal started filming upskirt videos of the other adult victim in the apartment somewhere in 2022. At least nine times, he did this.

He also started recording the second victim’s face as she showered in the master room.

When the survivor went back home on the previous situation, he was house alone. Following their conversation, the victim went to take a bath.

With the intention of recording the target, the offender extended his handphone into the washroom windows.

She yelled when she saw him. The victim after called her sweetheart and explained what had happened after the perpetrator withdrew his hand.

The perpetrator apologized to the target while fabricating that he had heard water in the toilet and was curious about who was within.

He thought he had cleared everything out after deleting the sensual stuff from his telephone and Google Drive accounts.

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The victim’s partner confronted the criminal when he returned to the shared apartment.

The criminal acknowledged that he was the one responsible but lied about wanting to extend his handphone into the washroom windows, &nbsp, and claimed to be confused if anyone else was in the apartment and wanted to make a recording to find out.

When the victim’s boyfriend checked the offender on his phone, he discovered some ghoulish videos and screenshots of some of them that the perpetrator had failed to delete.

On November 24, 2022, at around 3 a.m., he confronted the perpetrator and went to the police station with them to review the crime.

The defendant’s attorney requested the shortest possible word, claiming that his client was regretful and wanted to enter a guilty plea right away.

He claimed that his customer had entirely cooperated and had voluntarily turned himself in to the police.

He even apologized to the patients and made an effort to get help for himself by going to counseling sessions at two centers.

The attorney stated that” One advisor, a priest, is present in court today to give him the help.”

Voyageurism is punishable by up to two years in prison, a good, punishment, or any combination of these penalties.

Taxi demand during new weekend peak period ‘as high’ as weekday equivalent, says ComfortDelGro

By: Marcus Ching

On: December 7, 2023

In: South-East Asia

SINGAPORE: According to taxi operator ComfortDelGro on Thursday ( Dec 7 ), demand for cabs is” as high” during the new weekend and public holiday peak times as it is during weekday peak hours.

It was announced on Wednesday that starting next month, taxi fares for journeys between 10am and 1.59pm on weekends and public holidays may be subject to a surcharge. For a fee will also be implemented by Premier Taxis and Trans- limo.

In response to a CNA query, ComfortDelGro stated that” the demand is much stronger relative to off-peak hours and as high as commuting peak hours on weekdays” between 10am ( and ) 1.59pm on weekends and public holidays.

Additionally, the company will increase the night peak hour fine period for all taxis by one hour to include the entire 5pm to 11.59pm everyday range, including people holidays. The latest maximum time period begins at six o’clock.

The current maximum hour for weekdays, 6am to 9.29am, is unaltered. 25 % of the prepaid suffer goes toward the peak hour surcharge.

In an effort to assist drivers in covering higher operating costs brought on by rising fuel prices, high inflation, and the impending Goods and Services Tax hike, ComfortDelGro also announced that it would raise its flagdown fare by S$ 0.50 ( US$ 0.37 ).

This does apply to the entire fleet, excluding vehicles for limousines. The distance and waiting period rates may also increase by S$ 0.01, and they will now be S$ 0.26.

Every 400 meters or less after the first kilometer up to 10 kilometers, every 350 meters after 10 km, and every 45 hours after waiting, are charged range and waiting time levels.

Slovenian man found dead in Pattaya condo

By: Barkar Nash

On: December 7, 2023

In: South-East Asia

7 Dec 2023 at 10: 29 Described

CHON BURI: Evidence suggests that a Romanian guy may have committed suicide, as he was discovered dead on Wednesday in Pattaya’s apartment room.

A group of officers, medical professionals from Bang Lamung Hospital, and firefighters were led by Pol Lt Col Thananon Athipansee, a Pattaya police captain analyst, to the Moo 10 apartment building in the tambon Nong Margaret neighborhood of Bang Lumung to conduct an investigation.

On a couch in room No. 2933 on the 29th ground of Building A, the body of 47-year-old Slovenian national Peter Vagner was discovered. He was dressed in black shorts and clean T-shirts. His mind was enclosed and wrapped in a plastic bag that was attached to the gas cylinder by an rubber tube.

Officers searched the room but could find no signs of a fight or of looting. The man did n’t appear to have been physically assaulted. &nbsp,

According to an investigation, Vagner had been residing in the apartments for about a fortnight. After making several unsuccessful phone calls to the person, a apartments attendant opened the room for inspection and learned of his passing. The first evaluation suggested murder.

Police are in the process of contacting the dying man’s family and are now looking into the precise cause of death. For an examination, the figure has been taken to the hospital.

Popular Tokyo âsandwichâ cookie shop Press Butter Sand opening outlet in Singapore

By: Marcus Ching

On: December 7, 2023

In: South-East Asia

In any case, WHAT IS A Pulled BUTTER SAND COOKIE? &nbsp,

Press Butter Sand’s use of the word” dust” accurately describes a sandwich. However, Press Butter Sand is a multitude cookie stuffed with cream that comes one away from your garden.

The delicious double-layered filling of soft Hokkaido meringue and “melty” butter caramel is used in the boxy-shaped bakes. They are created using an “iron, media, heat” and nbsp process, in which two iron griddles that are pressed together to create a pancake iron-like but cooler, are used to bake both flanks of the cookie at once. &nbsp,

According to the company’s PR reps, the” Hasami- Yaki &nbsp, ( Japanese porcelain ) technique” is intended to bake each muffin evenly and give it a equally crispy texture. &nbsp,

The undrained cream and caramel filling are therefore nicely held in a sealed “box” made of the two cookies without the risk of spillage. In the meantime, the seal’s surface has grooves that are musically placed, allowing it to be easily broken off with each bite. Definitely a well-designed breakfast.

Thaksin has sought no extra pardon

By: Barkar Nash

On: December 7, 2023

In: South-East Asia

PUBLISHED: 09:26 on December 7, 2023.

According to Justice Minister Thawee Sodsong, former premier of Imprisoned Thaksin Shinawatra has not asked for a minute royal pardon in order to reduce his sentence.

Thaksin and his family have not requested a second royal pardon since receiving the first one, which saw His Majesty the King reduce his eight-year prison name to one year, according to Pol Col Thawee on Wednesday.

After living in self-exile for 15 times, Thaksin, 74, returned to Thailand on August 22. The Supreme Court ruled that he be imprisoned for eight times on the same day for three views.

He has since remained at Police General Hospital after being transported that that evening from Bangkok Remand Prison due to health reasons.

The justice minister added on Wednesday that the Corrections Department did take medical professionals ‘ recommendations into account before deciding whether to extend Thaksin’s hospitalization outside of prison by 120 days at the end of this quarter.

Phuket plans for late closings

By: Barkar Nash

On: December 6, 2023

In: South-East Asia

For daytime facilities, six measures were issued.

PUBLISHED: 05:30 on December 7, 2023.

Phuket has devised six measures to ensure that bars and pubs may remain open until 4 a.m., with the new time tentatively scheduled for December 15.

According to a cause from the Phuket Provincial Administration Office, on Wednesday, Phuket has conducted an official public reading on the issue and has decided to extend the working hours of overnight entertainment venues to 4am.

The policy may get put into effect in six areas on Bangla Road in the Kathu district’s tambon Patong. Additionally, 106 of the 229 entertainment venues in external zones will implement the estimate.

The venue’s earnings are anticipated to increase by 30 to 50 % and the employment rate by 20 to 30 % as a result of the time being extended.

According to the cause, the majority of tourists start their journeys along the road in the first evening, which boosts the island’s economy.

According to the cause, CCTV cameras will be installed in each of the six designated regions for the first measure, being watched over by a special administrative system and various companies.

Second, in order to provide guidance on women’s health as well as the hygienic conditions of workers housing and the entertainment venues themselves, tambon health-promoting hospitals will collaborate to develop effective health check programs in these areas.

Finally, there will be disaster mobile units posted at police stations and close to ThaiPan restaurants.

Thirdly, patrols may be conducted around-the-clock, with police units deployed to assist with road and road traffic from 6pm to 9pm.

Lastly, trash and misuse may be gathered between 6am and 6pm so that it can be separated before being dumped on public highways or at designated locations.

Three provincial units, two fire-fighting unit, and 36 lifeguards—four of whom are working overnight—will be deployed to make sure the city is prepared to fend off disasters and maintain safety in Muang Patong.

From 8pm to 8am, eight volunteer rescuers will also be on duty.

In order to prevent disturbing others, some areas will also be designated for cannabis cigarettes.

According to the cause, officers, administrative, and security officers will step up their illegal drug repression efforts and take legal action against offenders.

Additionally, there will be strict controls on how adult beverages are distributed.

Cop uniform stunt probed

By: Barkar Nash

On: December 6, 2023

In: South-East Asia

PUBLISHED: 05 :21 on December 7, 2023.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced that the Royal Thai Police are looking into a social media post that featured filmed footage of an apparently amusing Chinese tourists donning an authentic Thai police even with its plate, rank insignia, and decorations.

When asked to comment on the clip, Mr. Srettha responded,” That is n’t right, and [the national police ] needs to do something about it.”

The top went on to say that he had also given Sudawan Wangsupakitkosol, the minister of tourism and sports, instructions to step up efforts to stop fraudulent news that is spread electronically and harms Thailand’s good reputation and the tourism sector.

An investigation is being conducted, according to Pol Maj Gen Somporn Sajjapoj, the Police Education Bureau’s assistant commander and spokesperson.

The bureau’s Pol Captain Jumroon Chaisri gave the traveler his even to use. According to Pol Maj Gen Somporn, the tourist only wanted to pose for a video and insisted he did n’t get anything in return.

Pol Maj Gen Somporn also insisted that he was n’t aware the tourist had posted the video on social media until it had generated controversy.

According to Pol Maj Gen Somporn, an investigation into the police manager’s justification may take 15 to 30 times.

In the meantime, Pol Capt. Jumroon claimed to have encountered two Chinese visitors at a firing range behind the Narcotics Suppression Bureau’s office. He offered to drive them to the main road, which is one kilometer away, so they could call an ambulance.

One of the tourists asked to wear his dress to take pictures as a memento of their face while he was in his car.

Pol Capt. Jumroon claimed he accepted the deal without realizing the images may afterward be made public online. He claimed that, contrary to what some have claimed, he acted out of kindness toward the visitors.

Commentary: Itâs more than a wee problem if coffee shop toilets in Singapore are dirty

By: Marcus Ching

On: December 6, 2023

In: South-East Asia

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What is impeding progress now that 40 years have passed since the first Keep People Toilets Clean battle in 1983?

Spitting in people, which was common in my youth in the 1950s and 1960s, has been successfully treated. We have been successful in addressing irresponsible chewing gum waste, and more recently, we have increased the threshold for returning plates at food courts, coffee shops, stall centers to more than 90 % after rules were put in place requiring customers to clear their tables.

What factors influenced the success of those initiatives? &nbsp,

Management comes second. Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, our country’s first prime minister, was well-known for his “go and see,” or “genchi genbutsu,” a Chinese proverb. He moved around the area and watched the circumstances to comprehend the circumstance that allowed him to find a remedy. He also enforced with decisiveness.

It is important to consider whether these stakeholders should be held accountable and prompt action taken if public restrooms are filthy as a result of operators, owners, or personnel abuse. &nbsp, Since open health is a public health issue that cannot be compromised, there must be an overall could to keep company officials accountable for it.

At the airports, hotels, shopping centers, and well-known tourist destinations like Gardens by the Bay and Botanic Gardens, we are aware of where the fresh public restrooms are.

The boss’s attention to detail is important; the late Mr. Lee again requested regular reports on how clean the airport restrooms were. Wong Woon Liong, the director general of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore at the time, requested a regular report from his team, which in turn led him to request an weekly report.

Why should n’t coffee shop business leaders be excluded from these duties? In reality, contaminated foods would have an impact on consumers, and the effects could be disastrous for the country.

Pisa results panic scholars

By: Barkar Nash

On: December 6, 2023

In: South-East Asia

Visit for significant change in education

After Thai students received poor grades in math, reading, and science in the most recent global Programme for International Student Assessment ( Pisa ) ratings, a renowned academic has called for educational reform.

15-year-old Thai students scored 394 in math in the most recent 2022 assessment from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development ( down from 419 on the 2018 assessment ), 409 in science ( 486 ), and 379 in reading ( 379 ).

Thai individuals placed 58th in math, science, and reading on the analysis, which included data from 81 nations and markets.

Pisa evaluates the knowledge and abilities of 15-year-old pupils in mathematics, reading, and knowledge, as well as their capacity for critical thinking, problem-solving, or effective communication.

This sheds light on how effectively educational methods are preparing students for future success and real-world problems.

In 2001, Thailand took part in Pisa for the first time.

Math was the primary subject of the Pisa 2022 review, with reading, science, and innovative thinking serving as its more subdued subtopics.

For nations and economy, Pisa 2022 even included a test of young women’s financial literacy.

Results for studying, knowledge, and mathematics were made public on Tuesday; the results for financial education and creative thinking will follow in 2024.

In the universities of the 81 participating countries and markets, 690,000 students —roughly 29 million 15-year-olds—took the judgment in 2022.

In Thailand, 8, 495 students in 279 schools took the math, reading, or science test, representing about 604, 600 15-year-old students ( roughly 75 % of the total population of students aged 15 ).

The weak performance of Thai individuals in the most recent Pisa evaluation, according to Sompong Jitradab, an training expert and professor at the Equitable Education Fund ( EEF), shows the training system is troubled and out of date.

While Pisa evaluates students ‘ analytical skills and practical applications of knowledge in everyday life, Mr. Sompong said,” Currently, an emphasis is primarily on rote learning with the primary goal of taking exams and furthering one’s education.”

According to Mr. Sompong, Thai individuals ‘ understanding is negatively impacted by online game addiction and nutrition.

He stated that “hand-on learning and the capacity to apply knowledge to solve problems, scientific and planning skills– a key feature of energetic learning– must be promoted in order to reform the learning curriculum.”

According to Mr. Sompong, a erstwhile professor at Chulalongkorn University’s faculty of education,” If Thai training is allowed to continue in this manner, student achievement will plunge further into decline.”

Thai pupils had performed badly in the most recent Pisa evaluation, according to Education Minister Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob on Wednesdayandnbsp.

The Pisa outcomes may become anticipated. The Covid- 19 pandemic and other factors also had an impact on the performance. However, we must embrace the evaluation.

Thailand is not the only nation with inadequate performance, though. According to him, another nations also struggled to provide training in the wake of the crisis.

The Education Council, the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology, and the Office of the Basic Education Commission will all assist the Education Ministry in developing solutions to the problem of kids ‘ poor performance, according to Pol Gen Permpoon.

” To produce measurable benefits, the government and the Education Ministry will solve the issue as soon as possible.

The rankings of Thai students may rise in the 2025 analysis. If no, I may accept accountability,” he declared.

The evaluation results may help people understand that the education system is currently in a critical state, according to MP Parit Wacharasindhu of the Move Forward Party, whose efficiency has declined over the past 10 to 20 years.

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