Fruity Diet Stimulates Thai Elephant Reproductive Hormones

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22 December 2023, 01:31

BANGKOK – A new study reveals that diet could play a role in the fact that Thai elephant populations are increasing.

Padej Laithong, director of the Wildlife Conservation Office of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, announced Tuesday the results of a survey on the behavior of wild elephants in Thailand.

The research was conducted after a herd of nearly 200 wild elephants in the eastern forests encroached on areas inhabited by humans. The investigation found that the elephants leave the forest more frequently than usual during this time of year, the sugar cane harvest.

Although the authorities have erected barriers to prevent the elephants from leaving the forest, they have not succeeded in stopping all the elephants. In addition, wild elephants are intelligent animals that learn quickly. If they know that humans are present, they will try to avoid them.

Meanwhile, the population of wild elephants is increasing, especially in the eastern forests. In the herd of nearly 200 elephants that invaded the areas occupied by humans, there were more baby elephants than usual.

elephant increase2 — In the herd of nearly 200 elephants that invaded the areas occupied by humans in eastern Thailand, there were more baby elephants than usual.

“The diet of wild elephants, which includes nutrient-rich agricultural crops, appears to stimulate their reproductive hormones. Wild elephants are intelligent animals that enjoy the taste of fruit. We have observed that mothers normally care for their calves for three to five years after giving birth. Today, however, calves that are only a few months old are already starting to mate. That is very unusual,” said Padej.

Another factor contributing to the increase in elephant populations is the lack of natural predators. Thank you to strict laws to protect elephants, humans no longer pose a major threat.

In Thailand’s eastern forests, the elephant population will have increased from 492 in 2018 to 592 in 2023. The national population is estimated to have increased from 3,500 to 4,422.

elephant increase4 — The wild elephants concentrate in certain areas, which can lead to conflicts with humans.

However, the total population of elephants is not too high for the available forest area. The main problem is that the elephants concentrate in certain areas, which can lead to conflicts with humans.

To prevent the elephants from leaving the forest, the Department of National Parks is building elephant-proof barriers. Command centers are also being set up to coordinate efforts to control elephant populations.

In the latest incident, on Wednesday night, December 20, a herd of more than 10 elephants from the Khao Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary crossed the border into human-inhabited areas. When a team of volunteers tried to drive the herd back into the forest, one of the elephants, a male, attacked their tractors, injuring a volunteer. He also kicked and damaged a motorcycle.

The volunteers then used firecrackers to scare the elephants back into the forest.

elephant increase3 — The wild elephant caused damage to a motorcycle.

According to statistics, 20 officials and 160 civilians were injured by wild elephants between 2012 and 2023, a total of 180 people. In addition, 10 officials and 192 civilians were killed by wild elephants, making a total of 202 people.

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Thailand Sends 3 Orangutans Rescued From Illicit Wildlife Trade Back To Indonesia

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21 December 2023, 22:53

CORRECTION Thailand Orangutans — Brian, one of three orangutans to be repatriated to Indonesia sits in a crate before departure at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Jintamas Saksornchai)

JINTAMAS SAKSORNCHAI BANGKOK (AP) — Three trafficked Sumatran orangutans were sent back from Thailand to Indonesia on Thursday as part of a joint effort between the countries to tackle the illegal wildlife trade.

Nobita and Shizuka, both 7 years old, and Brian, 5 years old, had been living at a wildlife sanctuary in the western Thai province of Ratchaburi. After the repatriation, there are no more trafficked orangutans currently under the care of Thai authorities, officials said.

AP23355157545484 — Officials prepare crates containing orangutans to be repatriated to Indonesia, at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Jintamas Saksornchai)

Rachmat Budiman, Indonesia’s Ambassador to Thailand, thanked the authorities in both countries for the repatriation and said he has “mixed feelings” about it: happy the orangutans will be back in their natural habitat but sad for the Thai caretakers who had bonded with the animals over several years.

The orangutans were transported from the sanctuary to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport before being put on a plane to Jakarta. Thai officials said Indonesia covers the cost for transportation and the animals’ health examinations.

They will be sent to a rehabilitation center in Sumatra before being released into their natural habitat, Rachtmat said.

The repatriation is “important” because it shows the two countries’ commitment to collaborate in the fight against the illicit wildlife trade, said Athapol Charoenchansa, Thailand’s director-general of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. He said he hoped it would raise awareness about wildlife conservation in the region.

Thai and Indonesian officials fed the animals bananas and dragon fruit while they were being displayed inside their crates at the Bangkok airport before they were taken onto the plane.

AP23355157532078 — Three trafficked Sumatran orangutans were sent back from Thailand to Indonesia on Thursday as part of a joint effort between the countries to tackle the illegal wildlife trade. (AP Photo/Jintamas Saksornchai)

In 2016, Nobita and Shizuka were just months old when they were found during a sting operation in Bangkok by wildlife officials, who had agreed to buy the pair online for $20,000. The then-baby orangutans, named after characters from the popular Japanese cartoon Doraemon, were put into a basket in the back of a taxi, and photos of them hugging each other tightly in the basket went viral at the time.

Brian, another male orangutan, was rescued from traffickers and sent to Thai wildlife officials in 2019.

Thailand has sent 74 orangutans back to Indonesia since 2006 in six batches, including the three on Thursday. In 2020, two orangutans named Ung-Ing and Natalie were repatriated.

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species — CITES — prohibits international trade in orangutans. They are found only in the forests of Sumatra and Borneo but their habitat is shrinking due to the growth of agricultural land use, making them more vulnerable to poaching. The International Union for Conservation of Nature, the global authority on the status of the natural world, lists orangutans as critically endangered.

Orangutans are often sold into the pet trade and for display in zoos and other attractions.

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Thailand To Send 3 Orangutans Trafficked Internationally Back to Indonesia

GULF Partners With AIS To Install Solar Panels And Connect Signal Towers To Remote Communities

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21 December 2023, 16:35

GULF partners with AIS to Install Solar Panels and Connect Signal Towers to Remote Communities Elevating the quality of life for the Thai people through the Gulf x AIS Solar Synergy project: A Spark of Green Energy Network

GULF and AIS have united to offer access to energy and digital technology through the ‘Gulf x AIS Solar Synergy: A Spark of Green Energy Network’ project. This initiative aims to reduce inequality, create educational opportunities, and enhance healthcare services. It also focuses on fostering the growth of the community economy and improving the quality of life for Thai people in remote areas.

The project includes the installation of solar panels to provide clean energy from sunlight. Additionally, communication systems will be set up using mobile phone base stations to connect remote areas. The first implementation will be carried out in Ban Dokmai Sod, a village in Mae Usu, Tha Song Yang District, Tak Province, with plans to expand to other regions.

Mr. Tanon Tantisunthorn, Chief Infrastructure and Logistics Business Officer of Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited, and Ms. Saichon Submakudom, Head of Public Relations and Business Relations Business Unit at AIS, jointly stated that the ultimate goal of GULF and AIS is to leverage the business capabilities of each company to elevate the quality of life for the Thai people, promoting equality and inclusivity.

“We are committed to supporting the government’s mission to improve the quality of life for the public. This collaboration is driven by the synergy of knowledge and expertise from GULF, specializing in modern renewable energy development, and AIS, an expert in communication and digital technology. Together, we aim to provide energy and communication infrastructure, such as electricity and mobile phone signals, to Thai people in areas where basic public utilities are hard to access.”

GULF will deliver solar power systems to various communities based on their specific needs and challenges. This includes addressing healthcare issues, such as disease prevention and treatment, as well as providing electricity for educational purposes, lighting, water filtration systems, and water pumping system for agricultural and domestic use. The initiative also involves imparting basic knowledge about clean energy, maintenance of solar panels, and environmental conservation.

On the other hand, AIS will implement a telecommunication system powered by solar energy to enable communities to efficiently utilize communication services. This initiative will facilitate learning through various online knowledge sources and complement it with access to health consultation systems such as ‘Telemedicine’.

Additionally, it will be utilized for promoting tourism and community products through online networks, thus helping to create job opportunities for local residents. The first pilot project has been launched in Ban Dokmai Sod, Mae Usu, Tha Song Yang District, Tak Province. This mountainous village, lacking in electricity, has a population of about 700 people across 160 households. Most residents are farmers, primarily cultivating corn.

Although Ban Dokmai Sod is only 40 kilometers away from the Tha Song Yang district center, the journey is challenging due to the rough dirt roads and winding mountain paths. It takes over three hours to travel into the area. Especially during the rainy season, the routes become almost entirely cut off from the outside world.

Consequently, the local residents cannot access public utilities and various communication systems, including immediate medical care in case of emergencies. Therefore, we have chosen this location as a pilot area before continuously expanding the initiative to other regions across every part of the country.

“Because both organizations recognize that electricity and communication systems are essential public utilities, it is crucial that people in every area have equal and widespread access. This belief serves as the inspiration for all employees who wholeheartedly support this mission under their respective roles and responsibilities. The project is also deemed in line with sustainable development policies arising from the management of renewable energy and the development of digital service infrastructure, capable of generating benefits across the economic, social, and environmental aspects.” Mr. Tanon and Ms. Saichon reiterated.

Ukrainian Visitor Is Happy the Cops Found Her Fanny Pack

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21 December 2023, 16:05

PHUKET – On December 21, Karon Police in Phuket revealed that they quickly tracked down the Ukrainian tourist’s fanny pack containing money and a smart phone and returned it to its owner after being notified at 8:40 p.m. on Dec. 20.

A Ukrainian tourist informed police that at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, she carried a Louis Vuitton fanny pack containing US$2,000 and an iPhone 15 Pro Max and placed it on a motorcycle that appeared identical to hers without realising it was someone else’s vehicle. She then walked into the bathroom to change her clothing.

ukraine phuket2 — An officer investigated the CCTV and discovered the fanny pack on Thai woman’s motorbike.

Meanwhile, Siriwan, the owner of another motorcycle, arrived in her own car and noticed a bag on her vehicle. She waited for the bag’s owner for a moment, but no one appeared. So she rode the motorbike back to her home in Soi Patak 10, intending to look for the owner later.

When a Ukrainian visitor reported to the police station in Karon, officials investigated the CCTV and discovered the fanny pack on Siriwan’s motorbike. So they went to this Thai woman’s residence to ask about the tourist’s bag. Siriwan informed the cops that the bag was with her and accompanied them to Karon Station, allowing a Ukrainian visitor to verify her belongings.

After the inspection confirmed that all items were present, the police handed over the fanny pack and belongings to the Ukrainian tourist, which made her very happy.

Vietnamese Doctor Is Arrested for Performing Unlicensed Beauty Treatments in Thailand

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21 December 2023, 13:57

vietnam beauty1 — The police officers inspected a room in a Bangkok condominium, Soi Phatthanakan 25, Suan Luang District, where a Vietnamese doctor performed a beauty treatment.

BANGKOK – Police in Thailand arrested a Vietnamese doctor for practicing medicine without a license. They also warned the public to carefully research clinics, doctors and treatment procedures before undergoing cosmetic surgery.

The doctor, identified as Dang Thien, 25, was arrested on December 20 at a Bangkok condominium in Soi Phatthanakan 25, Suan Luang District, while performing a beauty treatment: anaesthetizing a client. He was reported to be performing cosmetic procedures including double eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, nostril reduction, lip augmentation, and Botox injections.

According to police, Thien had been operating in Thailand for about a year. He would travel to Thailand once a month and schedule appointments with clients through Facebook under the account’s name “Nguyen Dang Thien”.

vietnam beauty2 — The Vietnamese doctor had been operating in Thailand for about a year. He would travel to Thailand once a month.

Thein did not have a Thai medical license and was not authorized to operate a medical facility in Thailand.

Police seized 19 unregistered drugs, 11 medical devices, and other evidence from the scene. Thein was charged with practicing medicine without a license, operating an unlicensed medical facility, and selling prescription drugs without a license.

vietnam beauty3 — Police seized medical devices, and other evidence from the scene.

Pol. Lt. Gen. Witaya Sriprasertparp, the commissioner of the Consumer Protection Police Bureau, warned the public to carefully research information before undergoing cosmetic surgery. Even if someone claims to be a doctor, they must have a Thai medical license to practice medicine.

Dr. Sura Wissessak, director-general of the Department of Medical Services, also urged the public to weigh their options carefully before undergoing medical treatment and warned against making a decision based on word-of-mouth, beautiful advertisements or lower prices than other places.

“You should visit the facility in person if you are getting treatment for the first time,” he added.

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Cops Arrest 30 Illegal Chinese Workers

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21 December 2023, 08:00

Police question a group of migrant workers arrested for illegally working in Phuket province on Dec. 19, 2023.

PHUKET — Police on Tuesday said they arrested 30 Chinese nationals for illegally working in Thailand.

The illegal migrant workers, all men, were arrested at a public housing construction site in Phuket’s Thalang district, police said. According to police, the suspects entered the country legally but they were not permitted to get employment.

They were charged with working without a legal work permit.

Police said the suspects will enter a screening process to identify whether they are victims of human trafficking.

Several Properties in Chiang Mai Are Confiscated After Being Linked To Chinese Nominees

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20 December 2023, 17:24

CHIANG MAI – Since the country reopened after the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of Chinese investors have entered the Chiang Mai real estate market to build housing projects to meet the demand of the Chinese population. This has led to the emergence of villages in Hang Dong and San Kamphaeng districts where 100 percent of the residents are Chinese. This has also led to a widespread practice of registering companies that are essentially nominee companies.

The Thai government, under the leadership of Chiang Mai Governor Nirant Pongsitthavorn, has attempted to address this problem by instructing relevant officials to investigate and confiscate and auction off all projects operating in this manner.

Subsequently, the authorities found two residential projects to be in violation of the Land Law: 1. the Baan Fah Luang project in San Kamphaeng district and 2. the Rak Chiang Mai ICM RESORT residential project in Ban Waen sub-district, Hang Dong district, by Chiang Mai Jiayuantai Zhongyouqian Gongsi Co, Ltd. and Ai Chiang Mai Thai Zhongyouqian Gongsi Co, Ltd.

chiangmai estate — credit : Prachachat Business

Both projects involve registering a company and allowing a Thai national to hold shares in the company on behalf of a Chinese national (nominee) so that the Chinese national can legally acquire land and property in Chiang Mai.

Arak Kampanatbovorn, head of the Registration Department of the Chiang Mai Land Office, told Prachachat that the relevant government authorities in Chiang Mai are currently focusing on protecting the rights of Thai people and strictly enforcing the law to prevent foreigners from owning land, as well as conducting intensive investigations into legal entities seeking to set up real estate companies in Chiang Mai.

This includes the Rak Chiang Mai or ICM RESORT project, which has been ordered by the Chiang Mai Governor to sell eight houses and plots of land within 180 days from 4 July 2023. All relevant authorities will investigate whether the new buyer and transferee of the property is another foreigner.

If the property cannot be sold at auction within 180 days, the Chiang Mai governor, acting in place of the Director-General of the Land Department, has the authority to sell the land and collect a 5 percent fee of the sale price, under Section 50 of the Land Code.

“It is noted that following the enforcement of the law against the Rak Chiang Mai ICM RESORT and Baan Fah Luang projects, the volume of transactions in the form of company registrations, which are essentially nominee companies, has decreased significantly.”

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Houses For Rent in Chiang Mai

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20 December 2023, 17:01

Renting properties in Thailand has never been more convenient. Find houses for rent in Chiang Mai with Nestopa: Thailand’s first property portal to use AI-assisted search features!

As Thailand’s first real estate property portal to use integrated AI features to assist users, Nestopa has entered the Chiang Mai property market to show the convenience of finding houses for rent in Chiang Mai. Explore an unlimited list of dream rental properties in Chiang Mai through the following features.

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Other than integrated AI support, one of the defining features you can expect to benefit from is an unlimited number of listings. Property realtors looking to have their houses listed on the Chiang Mai property market can list as many of their properties as they want. For renters who want to find a great house to rent in Chiang Mai, this doesn’t just expand their options, but it also gives them a bigger idea of what’s in demand in the Chiang Mai property market.

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Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North,” is a vibrant city with a rich and diverse culture and heritage. Whether you’re seeking bustling city life, touches of history, or countryside living, Chiang Mai has a district to suit your needs and preferences. Some areas popular for finding houses for rent in Chiang Mai include Chiang Mai’s Nimmanhaemmin/Nimman – home to a vibrant cafe and music, while Hang Dong is a growing residential space for families and businesses to rent houses in Chiang Mai. Whatever you might be looking for, the options are all there!

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Thai Woman Arrested for Defrauding A Hundred of Foreigners

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20 December 2023, 16:18

PATTAYA – More than 30 foreigners brought Supawadee Thongnoi, 33, to the Pattaya City Police Station and handed over 40 passports to the Pattaya City Police Investigation Unit to charge the woman with fraud and harming foreigners.

Previously, foreigners had filed complaints at the Pattaya City Police Station claiming they had given Supawadee, the former teacher of a language school, their passports to renew their visas at the Immigration Department.

Each person had paid Supawadee 32,000 baht to process the visa extension, but they had not received their passports back. This resulted in some foreigners’ passports expiring while they were still in Thailand.

Chanidapha Thowskul, 36, a representative of the school where foreigners enroll, said there were victims who were foreign tourists who contacted the school to sign up for courses. However, the school could not find the passport details in the system. The foreigners said that they had contacted and paid through Supawadee.

When the school investigated, it found that there were over 100 victims from more than 10 countries. Some of them had their passports confiscated and had overstayed in Thailand for more than 90 days.

Later, the group of victims planned to meet Supawadee by pretending to reclaim their passports and saying that they were not worried about the money and did not want it back. As soon as they found Supawadee, they informed the police and had her taken to the police station. The woman denied all the allegations, but the authorities have clear evidence that they will collect to prosecute her.

Meanwhile, the police are also negotiating with Supawadee’s agents to return the passports to the many tourists.

B.Grimm Power Partners with Siam City Cement to Spearhead Solar Energy Initiatives.

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20 December 2023, 16:12

B.Grimm Power partners with Siam City Cement to spearhead solar energy initiatives, emphasizing doing business with compassion practices, sustainability, and driving national clean energy transformation.

Bangkok December 18, 2023: B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited and Siam City Cement Public Company Limited have solidified a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at sourcing alternative energy to foster eco-friendly business practices.

The joint initiative focuses on the development of rooftop and ground-mounted solar energy projects within the premises of Siam City Cement Public Company Limited in Saraburi Province. This project holds a total production capacity of 102-megawatt peak and will be executed in two phases spanning 5 years.

Dr. Harald Link, President of B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited, introduced the joint effort between B.Grimm Power and Siam City Cement, initiating solar energy projects across rooftops and ground sites. This strategic collaboration lays the groundwork for tailored electrical energy solutions for Siam City Cement factories, harnessing identified areas with substantial potential to generate eco-friendly electrical energy.

Aligned with environmental goals, this initiative not only benefits local communities but also reinforces the sustainability strategies of both organizations.

It mirrors B.Grimm Power’s steadfast commitment to the vision of Empowering the World Compassionately and drives the pursuit of secure and sustainable energy solutions under the primary strategy of Green Leap – Global and Green. Additionally, B.Grimm Power aims to expand its electricity production capacity to 10,000 megawatts by 2030, encompassing ongoing and forthcoming projects. The organization is resolutely dedicated to achieving net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, reaffirming its allegiance to a sustainable future.

“The collaboration between B.Grimm Power and Siam City Cement signifies a pivotal alliance between two leading entities driving the country’s transition towards modern energy. B.Grimm Power is ready to contribute technological prowess and deploy adept personnel to ensure the success of this partnership” stated Dr. Harald Link.

Mr. Montri Nithikul, Chief Executive Officer of Cement Business under Siam City Cement Public Company Limited, emphasized the company’s commitment to conducting ethical business practices while prioritizing environmental responsibility and community welfare (ESG). Aligned with the corporate values of ‘Caring About Our Future’, Siam City Cement is dedicated to minimizing its carbon footprint across all operations. The company has set a clear objective to promote sustainability, fostering harmonious coexistence with communities, society, and all stakeholders, in accordance with the INSEE Sustainability Ambition 2030.

The collaborative initiative aims to establish rooftop and ground-mounted solar energy projects within the Siam City Cement factory area in Saraburi Province, boasting a total capacity of 102 megawatts. This endeavor is divided into two distinct phases over a period of 5 years.

Phase 1 encompasses the development of a total capacity of 80 megawatts, while Phase 2 includes the development of an additional 22 megawatts. This strategic expansion holds the potential to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions by up to 60,000 tons annually.

The collaboration between B.Grimm and Siam City Cement demonstrates progress in business operations within the framework of sustainable development, committed to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and enhancing energy efficiency.

This partnership reflects the shared goal of industry leaders to create sustainable and efficient energy solutions, particularly in high-energy-demand sectors. Moreover, it propels Thailand towards sustainable practices and positions the nation as a leader in eco-conscious business operations.

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