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BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – Thai actress Min Pechaya Wattanamontri has publicly denied any involvement in the financial scandal surrounding the iCON Group, insisting that she was merely a paid presenter and public relations officer for the company. Her address came after victims of alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme on Thursday filed complaints with Thai […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – Thai actress Min Pechaya Wattanamontri has publicly denied any involvement in the financial scandal surrounding the iCON Group, insisting that she was merely a paid presenter and public relations officer for the company.
Her address came after victims of alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme on Thursday filed complaints with Thai authorities, accusing a well-known direct sales company and several celebrities of fraudulent activities.
In a tearful press conference, Min apologized to the victims of the alleged fraud and expressed shock at the turn of events. She clarified that she had been hired as a presenter and public relations officer, and that her role did not extend to being a shareholder or partner in the company.
Min revealed that she had been working with iCON Group for over a year and had checked the company’s registration status and product quality before signing on. She expressed regret for not conducting a more thorough investigation, and vowed to fully cooperate with any investigations into the matter.
The actress explained that she had been approached by the company’s CEO, Paul, to be the face of their products and to promote them on social media. She admitted to having used some of the products herself and speaking positively about them based on her personal experience and the scripts provided by the company.
However, she emphasized that she has never experienced any financial difficulties, and has never been involved in any illicit activities.
Min has terminated her contract with iCON Group and expressed her solidarity with the victims. She stated that she would be willing to cooperate with any government agencies investigating the case.
Her legal team has already sent a letter to iCON Group to terminate the contract, although there may be a financial penalty associated with the early termination. -819 (TNA)
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11 October 11 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432676 - Major Crackdown on Call Center Scams
BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – The police have launched a major operation targeting the infrastructure used by call center scammers, aiming to cut off their communication lines and disrupt their operations. The operation, codenamed “Bomb the Thieves’ Bridge,” was spearheaded by Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet, acting National Police Chief and Director of the Technology Crime […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – The police have launched a major operation targeting the infrastructure used by call center scammers, aiming to cut off their communication lines and disrupt their operations.
The operation, codenamed “Bomb the Thieves’ Bridge,” was spearheaded by Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet, acting National Police Chief and Director of the Technology Crime Suppression Division.
The nationwide crackdown, which ran from October 1-10, involved raids on 647 retail stores suspected of selling and registering SIM cards to criminal syndicates.
Authorities seized over 101,000 SIM cards, 113 SIM boxes, 575 mobile phones, 23 computers, and numerous documents such as copies of ID cards, passports, and work permits that had been used to register these SIM cards.
The operation revealed two major loopholes in the SIM card registration process which are bulk SIM card ownership and online registration flaws.
Despite regulations limiting individual SIM card ownership to five, many criminals were still found to possess a large number of SIM cards. These cards were often registered before the new regulations were implemented.
In addition, the online registration system was unable to effectively detect fraudulent registrations. For instance, individuals could upload any image or type any name into the system, making it difficult to verify the identity of the registrant.
To address these issues, the Technology Crime Suppression Division will work with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and telecommunications providers to implement stricter regulations and improve verification processes.
Moreover, authorities will focus on tracing the phone numbers used by scammers and identifying the retail stores that registered these SIM cards. By targeting the supply of SIM cards to criminal syndicates, police hope to significantly reduce the number of call center scams in Thailand.
The operation will continue to target other aspects of call center infrastructure, including SIM boxes, bank accounts, SMS messaging, and social media platforms. -819 (TNA)
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11 October 11 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432609 - Healthy Moo Deng Celebrates Three Months
CHONBURI, Oct 11 (TNA) – “Moo Deng,” the beloved pygmy hippopotamus calf, has celebrated her third month with a health check revealing steady growth and development. The zoo’s veterinary team conducted a comprehensive examination, weighing the young hippo at 32.7 kilograms, measuring 46 centimeters in height, and 87 centimeters in girth. These measurements indicate that […]
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CHONBURI, Oct 11 (TNA) – “Moo Deng,” the beloved pygmy hippopotamus calf, has celebrated her third month with a health check revealing steady growth and development.
The zoo’s veterinary team conducted a comprehensive examination, weighing the young hippo at 32.7 kilograms, measuring 46 centimeters in height, and 87 centimeters in girth. These measurements indicate that Moo Deng is thriving and in excellent health.
The Khao Kheow Open Zoo’s social media page, “Kha Moo and the Gang,” shared a heartwarming photo of Moo Deng being weighed, playfully noting the calf’s significant weight gain since her first checkup.
Due to Moo Deng’s immense popularity, the zoo has implemented a timed viewing system to ensure all visitors have a chance to see her. Visitors are allowed five minutes per session, and the zoo requests that visitors remain quiet during viewing times. The early morning hours, before 8:00 AM, are recommended for the best viewing experience.
Moo Deng was born on July 10, 2024, to parents Jonah and Tony, and has quickly become an internet sensation. The zoo’s director, Narongwit Chotchoi, even updated his profile picture to a photo of Moo Deng, further fueling the public’s adoration for the tiny hippo. -819 (TNA)
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11 October 11 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432447 - Girl Found Dead in Landslide
SUKHOTHAI, Oct 11 (TNA) – Rescue workers have recovered the body of a 10-year-old girl who was buried alive in a landslide in Sukothai province. The girl, Chutima Kamtong had been missing since a portion of a riverbank collapsed on her home in Sawankhalok district, on October 8. After days of searching, a team of […]
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SUKHOTHAI, Oct 11 (TNA) – Rescue workers have recovered the body of a 10-year-old girl who was buried alive in a landslide in Sukothai province.
The girl, Chutima Kamtong had been missing since a portion of a riverbank collapsed on her home in Sawankhalok district, on October 8.
After days of searching, a team of K-9 units and rescue workers made a breakthrough on Thursday when they detected a spot where the girl was believed to be buried. Using excavators, rescuers dug approximately two meters deep before uncovering the child’s body.
Before the incident, there were 10 villagers in the house, gathering their belongings in preparation for evacuation. Suddenly, the embankment collapsed during flooding, causing the house to crumble.
Seven villagers managed to escape, but three were trapped inside. Of the three, two adults, one was killed, and another was rescued but injured. The body of the young girl was discovered yesterday, three days after the incident. -819 (TNA)
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11 October 11 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432387 - Thai PM Emphasizes Three-Pronged Cooperation with China
VIENTIANE, Oct10 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has called for deeper cooperation between ASEAN and China. Leaders from ASEAN member states and China convened for a high-level summit in Vientiane to assess the progress of their cooperation and chart its future course. The meeting, which included ASEAN Leaders or their representatives, the Chinese […]
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VIENTIANE, Oct10 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has called for deeper cooperation between ASEAN and China.
Leaders from ASEAN member states and China convened for a high-level summit in Vientiane to assess the progress of their cooperation and chart its future course. The meeting, which included ASEAN Leaders or their representatives, the Chinese Premier, and the ASEAN Secretary-General, with Timor-Leste in attendance as an observer, centered on strengthening the ASEAN-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Speaking at the 27th ASEAN-China Summit, the Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn highlighted three key areas of cooperation: economic integration and connectivity, people-to-people exchanges, and security cooperation.
On economic integration, the Thai Prime Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening trade and investment ties between ASEAN and China.She expressed satisfaction with the progress made in 2023, which was designated as the ASEAN-China Year of Cooperation.
To further enhance people-to-people exchanges, Thailand will continue to implement visa exemption measures, increase flight frequencies, and expand scholarship opportunities.Regarding security cooperation, the Thai prime minister called for intensified efforts to address transnational crimes such as human trafficking, drug trafficking, and cybercrime.
She welcomed China’s participation in ASEAN’s efforts to tackle environmental challenges, including transboundary haze and natural disasters.
Regarding the situation in Myanmar, Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to the five-point consensus to help Myanmar find a peaceful solution.
A key outcome of the summit was the adoption of a Joint Statement on Deepening Cooperation in People-to-People Exchanges.
The summit also provided a platform for leaders to discuss pressing regional and international issues of mutual concern. -819 (TNA)The post Thai PM Emphasizes Three-Pronged Cooperation with China appeared first on สำนักข่าวไทย อสมท.
10 October 10 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432105 - Victims File Complaints against Celebrities, MLM Company
BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Victims of alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme have filed complaints with Thai authorities, accusing a well-known direct sales company and several celebrities of fraudulent activities. On Thursday, lawyers from the Foundation Campaigning to Reclaim Social Justice accompanied about 20 victims to file reports with the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD). […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Victims of alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme have filed complaints with Thai authorities, accusing a well-known direct sales company and several celebrities of fraudulent activities.
On Thursday, lawyers from the Foundation Campaigning to Reclaim Social Justice accompanied about 20 victims to file reports with the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD). They claim to represent around 500 people who invested in the company’s business opportunity program.
According to the victims, they were initially drawn to the company through online advertisements and social media campaigns and were lured into investing in the company by promises of high returns and endorsements from the celebrities.
Many joined during the post-COVID economic downturn, seeking additional revenue streams.
However, after investing substantial sums of money, the victims realized they were unable to sell the company’s products and were instead encouraged to recruit more investors.
Some victims even took out loans or sold their assets to fund their investments. Many lost their life savings.
The victims allege that the company engaged in a pyramid scheme, where earnings are derived primarily from recruitment of more members rather than the sale of products or services.
Lawyer Decha Kittiwittayanan, representing another group of victims, said they were asking authorities to investigate whether this violates laws on public fraud, pyramid schemes, false advertising, and direct sales regulations.Victims report average losses of 500,000 baht ($14,000) per person.
The CPB is now investigating the matter and has called on other potential victims to come forward. -819 (TNA)
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10 October 10 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1432028 - Thailand Celebrates Historic Breeding of Critically Endangered Stork
Source: @Khaokheowzoo BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Thailand has achieved a historic milestone in wildlife conservation as critically endangered Asian woolly-necked storks have successfully bred in the wild for the first time, officials announced on Monday. Officials from the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand and Khao Kheow Open Zoo revealed that this breakthrough comes after […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Thailand has achieved a historic milestone in wildlife conservation as critically endangered Asian woolly-necked storks have successfully bred in the wild for the first time, officials announced on Monday.
Officials from the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand and Khao Kheow Open Zoo revealed that this breakthrough comes after seven years of research and efforts to reintroduce the species to its natural habitat.
It marks the first time in the country’s history that this species has been recorded breeding and raising offspring in the wild. Furthermore, it is a global first for a bird raised in captivity to be fully rewilded and successfully breed in the wild following guidelines of the IUCN Species Survival Commission and the Association of Zoo and Aquarium.
The 14 storks, including the breeding pair, were released into the Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary in July 2021 to celebrate the birthday of His Majesty the King.
After undergoing a three-year behavioral rehabilitation program, the birds were deemed ready for reintroduction. The three chicks, now over a month old, are being cared for by their parents and are receiving support from local villagers in Non Din Daeng district, Buri Ram province. – 819 (TNA)
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10 October 10 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1431825 - Muay Thai Recognized Globally, Drives Economy
BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Muay Thai, the national sport of Thailand, has seen a surge in global recognition. The combat sport is now professionally regulated by the World Boxing Council (WBC) Muaythai and the International Federation of Muaythai Amateur. This increased recognition led the United Nations to acknowledge Muay Thai as a sport for […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 10 (TNA) – Muay Thai, the national sport of Thailand, has seen a surge in global recognition.
The combat sport is now professionally regulated by the World Boxing Council (WBC) Muaythai and the International Federation of Muaythai Amateur. This increased recognition led the United Nations to acknowledge Muay Thai as a sport for all, signing agreements with both governing bodies.
Thailand is now home to over 5,000 Muay Thai gyms catering to foreign tourists, while nearly 4,000 gyms have opened worldwide. Muay Thai is not merely a violent sport but a beautiful martial art. Moreover, Muay Thai attire, especially shorts, has become a popular souvenir among tourists, boosting the country’s economy.
A 2023 economic assessment revealed that the Muay Thai industry is worth over 100 billion baht. The breakdown includes 40% from training, 35% from equipment sales, and 25% from events. Recognizing its economic potential, the Thai cabinet approved a 275.65 million baht (about 8.2 USD) budget for the “Muaythai Soft Power” project in 2024, aiming to elevate the sport from a national martial art to a global one.
Muay Thai has proven to be a significant soft power driving Thailand’s economy. The private sector is actively supporting local sports equipment manufacturers, aiming to replace imports and boost domestic production.
Thailand imported 158.2 million baht (4.7 USD) worth of sports equipment from foreign countries in 2023, representing 13% of the total market. Most of these imports were large-scale sports equipment and devices using advanced manufacturing technology.
If Thailand can manufacture these sports equipment locally and they meet international quality standards, Thais will opt for domestic products. This will keep the money within the country’s economy. -819 (TNA)
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10 October 10 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1431786 - Thai PM Orders Safety Checks for 13,000 Gas-Powered Buses
BANGKOK, Oct 9 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister has ordered a comprehensive safety inspection of all 13,000 gas-powered buses operating in the country within the next 60 days. Until the checks are completed, these buses will be taken off the road. The government is also reviewing existing laws related to public transportation to ensure stricter […]
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BANGKOK, Oct 9 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister has ordered a comprehensive safety inspection of all 13,000 gas-powered buses operating in the country within the next 60 days.
Until the checks are completed, these buses will be taken off the road.
The government is also reviewing existing laws related to public transportation to ensure stricter safety standards.
Government spokesman Jirayu Huangsap announced the decision following a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, saying that the Prime Minister had expressed deep concern over road safety, particularly regarding vehicles powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
“All 13,000 gas-powered buses must undergo rigorous safety checks within the next 60 days,” Jirayu said. “No bus will be allowed to operate until it has passed inspection.”
The Department of Land Transport has issued a directive outlining the inspection procedures, which include checks on gas tanks, engine components, and emergency equipment.
Buses that fail to meet the safety standards will be suspended from operation until necessary repairs are made.
In addition to the bus inspections, the Department of Marine has been tasked with conducting safety checks on approximately 15,000 passenger boats and 108 river-cruise vessels. These inspections will focus on the safety of cooking gas installations and the overall condition of the natural gas vessels.
The Ministry of Education has been requested to advise schools to avoid using gas-powered buses for field trips until the inspections are complete.
Schools requiring transportation are advised to hire charter buses or non-public buses and to ensure that these vehicles undergo thorough safety checks.
The government’s move comes in response to the bus fire incident, which killed 23 students and teachers while taking a field trip on Oct 1. – 819 (TNA)
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9 October 09 2024English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1431494 - ASEAN Summit: Thai PM Proposes 3 Key Priorities
VIENTIANE, Oct 9 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra today outlined a three-pronged approach to deepening ASEAN cooperation at the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits, held in the Laotian capital Vientiane. In her address to fellow ASEAN leaders, Paetongtarn emphasized the importance of people-centered ASEAN and highlighted the potential of regional collaboration to address […]
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VIENTIANE, Oct 9 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra today outlined a three-pronged approach to deepening ASEAN cooperation at the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits, held in the Laotian capital Vientiane.
In her address to fellow ASEAN leaders, Paetongtarn emphasized the importance of people-centered ASEAN and highlighted the potential of regional collaboration to address shared challenges and improve the lives of 700 million people.
Thailand, she said, is proposing three key priorities: sustainability, human security, and deeper regional integration.
As ASEAN’s sustainability coordinator, Thailand advocates for collective efforts in addressing climate change, transitioning to clean energy, and promoting a green economy. These actions will ensure that ASEAN’s economic growth is environmentally sustainable.
On human security, she stressed the need for collective action to ensure food, energy, and essential supplies for all ASEAN citizens.
Regarding regional integration, she vowed to expedite the conclusion of free trade agreements with ASEAN’s dialogue partners, particularly as Thailand chairs the negotiating committee.
The ASEAN summits, which commenced today, are expected to discuss a wide range of regional issues, including economic integration, sustainable development, and regional security. – 819 (TNA)
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