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Equal treatment absent for Thai workers with disabilitiesFollowing up on Monday’s post on people with disabilities in th...
10/09/2024

Equal treatment absent for Thai workers with disabilities
Following up on Monday’s post on people with disabilities in the Thai education system, their opportunities in the workforce also need to be looked into.
According to the Department of Empowerment of Persons With Disabilities, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, among the more than 2 million people with disabilities in Thailand, 800,000 are considered able to work.
But only 50,000 are employed.
The Empowerment of Persons With Disabilities Act, Section 33, says companies with more than 100 employees must hire one person with disabilities, and for each additional 50 employees, the company must hire one more person with disabilities.
With the ratio 100:1 for able-bodied people and people with disabilities, and more than 40 million employed people in Thailand, eight times as many people with disabilities should have been hired than the current number of 50,000.
But even for those who are employed, equality is rarely enjoyed.
According to the Act, employers are required to pay the minimum wage, and many times, they only follow the minimum requirements. This means people with disabilities in the corporate world rarely get promoted or get pay raises.
“With the law determining only minimum wage for people with disabilities, in my own experiences and my friends’, no matter what education they have – Grade 9, Grade 12, bachelor's degree, master’s or even PhD – all earn the same salary, and there is no chance for a salary raise, either,” said Nalutporn Krairiksh, an editor at thisAble.me, a Thai media outlet for people with disabilities.
“Many have tried to call out these unequal opportunities. But companies reply, ‘If you are not satisfied with the conditions, you can quit. We can hire new people with the minimum [requirements],’” she continued.

Much-loved Thai jewellery brand Pacharee has once again brought pride to the nation as the first Thai brand to grace the...
10/09/2024

Much-loved Thai jewellery brand Pacharee has once again brought pride to the nation as the first Thai brand to grace the runway of New York Fashion Week. The brand collaborated with 3.1 Phillip Lim to celebrate the renowned designer’s 20th anniversary.

The September 8 show was a special collaboration between the two brands, telling the story of “Memories of Joy”.

Lim’s cherished memories and happiness were reinterpreted by Pacharee’s founder, Sophie Pacharee, through the vibrant shades of aquamarine and turquoise. These gemstones were paired with handcrafted settings, combining blue gems and pearls to create a playful and captivating look.

Experts point to the risk of flooding in Bangkok if this natural water catchment area is developed for housing          ...
10/09/2024

Experts point to the risk of flooding in Bangkok if this natural water catchment area is developed for housing


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It has been two years and four months since Chadchart Sittipunt took the helm as governor of the Bangkok Metropolitan Ad...
10/09/2024

It has been two years and four months since Chadchart Sittipunt took the helm as governor of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), carrying the hopes of nearly 1.4 million voters who entrusted him to change the capital for the better.
The Nation looks into six policies that Chadchart promised during the election but has yet to fulfil.



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Deputy PM and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Monday expressed confidence that the new government will continue...
10/09/2024

Deputy PM and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Monday expressed confidence that the new government will continue pushing the act that allows the use of cannabis for medical purposes.



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Approval should push this year’s value of chicken exports to the PRC to more than 18 billion baht, Livestock Development...
10/09/2024

Approval should push this year’s value of chicken exports to the PRC to more than 18 billion baht, Livestock Development Department says


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China won the 2024 Paralympic Games with a total of 220 medals: 94 gold, 76 silver, and 50 bronze medals.Great Britain r...
10/09/2024

China won the 2024 Paralympic Games with a total of 220 medals: 94 gold, 76 silver, and 50 bronze medals.
Great Britain ranked second with 124 medals, followed by the United States with 105 medals. The Netherlands secured 56 medals, including 27 golds, while Brazil finished with 89 medals, 25 of which were gold.
Thailand finished 21st overall, earning a total of 30 medals: six gold, 11 silver, and 13 bronze.
The 2028 Paralympic Games will take place in Los Angeles, United States, from August 22 to September 3, 2028.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is set to deliver her policy statement before Parliament on Thursday, before her g...
09/09/2024

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is set to deliver her policy statement before Parliament on Thursday, before her government officially takes office on September 16.
The Constitution’s Article 162 mandates that a new Cabinet deliver its policy to the Parliament before officially taking office after winning a royal endorsement and being sworn in.
The new administration will focus on 10 urgent issues, including high household debts, ageing society, the scourge of drugs, climate change, problems suffered by Thai SMEs, centralisation in Thai bureaucracy, and geopolitical tensions, as per the document given to the press corps.
House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha told the press that 14 hours had been allocated on Thursday and Friday for the debate.
The opposition camp will be given 13 hours to raise questions after the new government presents its policies. Six hours have been earmarked for the policy presentation. The coalition MPs have four and a half hours to defend their policies, while the Senate has four and a half hours to raise objections.
The new Cabinet is expected to hold its first meeting on September 17.
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09/09/2024

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From a party that ruled the country in the interest of a coup maker, the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) just reached its...
09/09/2024

From a party that ruled the country in the interest of a coup maker, the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) just reached its nadir after an internal rift forced the party to be left out of power.
Around five years after the 2014 coup, the PPRP was set up to compete in the 2019 election, with coup leaders Prayut Chan-o-cha and Prawit Wongsawan serving as the party’s prime-ministerial candidate and chief strategist respectively during the election campaign.
The junta-led party recruited well-known politicians nationwide but came second in the poll, at 115 MP seats – a slight difference from the 136 seats of the election-winning Pheu Thai Party.
However, the PPRP was able to form a government as it got support from the majority of the House, plus favourable votes from 249 of the 250 senators, who all had been handpicked by the coup alliances themselves.
This led to Prayut being handed Thailand’s 29th PM post, while Prawit was appointed deputy prime minister.
Although the PPRP’s government lasted until its term was completed, the instability inside the party occasionally came to light.
The party underwent many significant shake-ups until 2023, when Prawit decided to take the PPRP’s helm.
After the government announced dissolution of the House of Representatives, paving the way for the 2023 election, the PPRP was placed at a major turning point, since Prayut decided to exit and set up another party to vie for victory in the poll, prompting talk of a row between the generals-turned-politicians couple.
Even though the party subsequently suffered an election loss as it came fourth, with 40 seats in its hands, the PPRP managed to be in power as it joined forces with its foe Pheu Thai in forming a coalition government.
But the internal rift haunted the party again as influential PPRP MP Thammanat Prompao in August declared war against Prawit after the latter decided not to propose him for a Cabinet position when the new government, led by Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was being formed.
Thammanat reportedly made deals with Pheu Thai to leave out Prawit’s party, and then brought in roughly 20 MPs to join the new government.
The PPRP now has no option but to sit on the opposition bench, with roughly 20 remaining MPs.
The PPRP’s future is still murky, depending if Prawit might find ways to take his power back or if he is counting down for the end of his political career.
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30 Paralympic medals but 1% of people with disabilities in universityIn the 11 times Thailand has participated in the Pa...
09/09/2024

30 Paralympic medals but 1% of people with disabilities in university
In the 11 times Thailand has participated in the Paralympic Games since the New York Paralympics in 1984, Thailand has secured 117 medals, of which more than one-fourth were earned in 2024.
Thirty is the highest number of medals Thailand earned in a year, and 21st is the highest position in the Paralympic ranking Thailand ever reached. Can we assume that Thailand has a great support system for people with disabilities due to competition in the Paralympic Games?
Whether Thailand is a friendly country for people with disabilities to live in is a question we need to look at through various aspects, which we cannot dig into in one post. So we will look into one aspect: statistics on education for people with disabilities.
Legally, all Thai people with disabilities can access education from primary school until college free of charge, but in practice, less than 10% of them finish high school, and according to the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation in 2021, only 1.2% of people with disabilities are included in higher education.
Kantapong Rangsesawang, general director of the Department of Empowerment of Persons With Disabilities, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, said that the one of the causes for the small number of people with disabilities in the Thai education system is that there are not enough schools for students with special needs, or normal schools that are accessible for students with disability.
There are only 49 schools for students with disabilities in 38 provinces in Thailand: 20 intellectual-disability schools, 21 deaf schools, two blind schools and six physical-disability schools.
The separation between schools for able-bodied people and people with disabilities leads to less access for the latter and lack of understanding between the two groups. This also reflects on the small number of people with disabilities in the workforce –only around 6.25% cent of people with disabilities who can work are embraced in the workforce.
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The prestigious certification adds to the British curriculum school’s commitment to providing world-class facilities to ...
09/09/2024

The prestigious certification adds to the British curriculum school’s commitment to providing world-class facilities to its students
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The Marine Department is being pushed to expedite the construction of four piers that will create an Andaman marine ring...
09/09/2024

The Marine Department is being pushed to expedite the construction of four piers that will create an Andaman marine ring route and reduce travel time from Phuket to Krabi by an hour and a half.
Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri said on Monday that her order was in line with the key policy of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit, who want to develop piers to ease goods and passenger transport.
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The Thai Meteorological Department forecast that as a low-pressure area that had weakened from Tropical Depression Yagi ...
09/09/2024

The Thai Meteorological Department forecast that as a low-pressure area that had weakened from Tropical Depression Yagi covers Laos and northern Vietnam, the North of Thailand could experience heavy rainfall.
The department warned people living in the Northern, Northeastern, Eastern, and Central regions of Thailand may undergo heavy rainfall in some areas. People in these areas are advised to be cautious of the dangers from heavy to very heavy rainfall and accumulated rain, which may cause flash floods and forest runoff.
Apart from the effect from the Yagi tropical depression, over the upper Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand, a strong southwest monsoon began to weaken to a moderate level.
This picture shows the heavy rain risk areas from September 9 until 6 a.m. on September 10, 2024.

Investors expect the Thai stock market to turn “bullish” over the next three months thanks mainly to the upcoming stimul...
09/09/2024

Investors expect the Thai stock market to turn “bullish” over the next three months thanks mainly to the upcoming stimulus measures and political stability under the new premier and her Cabinet.
Kobsak Pootrakool, chairman of the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organisations (FETCO), said the federation has conducted its monthly investor confidence index from August 20 to 31 and found that the index for the next three months stands at 132.51 points, which is within the “bullish zone”.
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Two Thai films are making waves on the global stage this year. “Larn Ma”, a tear-jerking drama, has been selected for th...
09/09/2024

Two Thai films are making waves on the global stage this year. “Larn Ma”, a tear-jerking drama, has been selected for the prestigious Busan International Film Festival 2024 (BIFF) in South Korea, where it will make its Korean premiere from October 2-11. The film is featured in the "A Window on Asian Cinema" section, showcasing the unique perspectives of Asian directors.
Meanwhile, The Paradise of Thorns or “Wiman Nam”, inspired by themes of inequality, will have its international premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024 (TIFF) from September 5-15 in Canada.
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Stalls around the central clocktower are being cleared for its transformation into a concert and events venue Full story...
09/09/2024

Stalls around the central clocktower are being cleared for its transformation into a concert and events venue
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Thai exports of jewellery and gems in the first seven months of this year rose 6.65% from the same period last year to U...
09/09/2024

Thai exports of jewellery and gems in the first seven months of this year rose 6.65% from the same period last year to US$5.103 billion (172.78 billion baht), the Gem and Jewellery Institute of Thailand (GIT) announced on Monday.
That figure excluded gold ornaments. With the addition of gold ornaments, the export value from January to July was $9.301 billion, up 13.86% from last year.
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Selena Gomez’ ‘Rare Beauty’ on track to make her a billionaireSelena Gomez' cosmetic brand Rare Beauty is not only a com...
09/09/2024

Selena Gomez’ ‘Rare Beauty’ on track to make her a billionaire
Selena Gomez' cosmetic brand Rare Beauty is not only a commercial success but is quickly propelling her toward billionaire status. In just over two years since its 2020 launch, Rare Beauty has generated more than US$70 million in annual revenue, making it a standout in the highly competitive beauty industry.
Known for her stardom in music and acting, Gomez ventured into the beauty industry with a unique vision: to break traditional beauty standards and promote self-acceptance.
Rare Beauty's inclusive products cater to all skin tones and emphasise feeling good in one's own skin. The brand also champions mental-health awareness, donating 1% of all sales to the Rare Impact Fund, which helps people access mental-health resources.
Despite initial scepticism that celebrity brands rely on fan support, Rare Beauty has defied expectations, with its most popular item – blush – selling about 3.1 million units annually. Its innovative digital marketing and commitment to social issues have helped the brand expand to more than 30 countries.
By embracing self-acceptance and mental well-being, Rare Beauty has become a favourite among consumers, not just Selena Gomez’ fans.

Soft power promotion policy can help the country find its place alongside South Korea, China and India in global music i...
09/09/2024

Soft power promotion policy can help the country find its place alongside South Korea, China and India in global music industry
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Nestled in Brighton Beach, an affluent suburb and seaside destination in Melbourne, nearly 100 bathing boxes are a popul...
09/09/2024

Nestled in Brighton Beach, an affluent suburb and seaside destination in Melbourne, nearly 100 bathing boxes are a popular Bayside icon and heritage cultural asset, attracting many visitors to Port Phillip Bay each year.
Built in the 1860s, these iconic, brightly coloured beach huts were originally designed to protect women's modesty and privacy while changing into swimsuits at the beach. Today, they are primarily used to safely store beach equipment and accessories, as well as tables, chairs, and toys. They do, however, function as a meeting place for family and friends.
Despite their age, they have been a beloved part of the local landscape for over a century. They are more than just beautiful structures; they represent the city’s rich history and community spirit.
Unlike many heritage preservation initiatives, the Brighton Bathing Boxes are not entirely managed by government agencies. Instead, they are owned and maintained by a community-based organisation, the Brighton Bathing Box Association. Along with the local government, they have implemented smart and practical measures to ensure these heritage sites remain intact for future generations.
This collaborative approach has proven to be extremely effective in preserving the boxes while keeping them relevant to today's world.
For example, the Bathing Boxes were put up for bidding in 2019. The move was intended to assist in the sustained preservation of Australian heritage sites. They were sold for AUD 340,000 each (approximately 8 million baht).
While the boxes are carefully maintained to retain their original character, they have also been modernised to meet the needs of today’s users. For example, some boxes have been outfitted with solar panels to provide electricity, while others have basic amenities such as running water.
The success of the Brighton Bathing Boxes offers valuable lessons for Thailand’s heritage preservation efforts. These lessons include encouraging community involvement to foster ownership and pride, exploring innovative approaches such as modern technologies and sustainable practices, and balancing preservation with adaptation to ensure heritage sites remain relevant and accessible for future generations.
As Thailand continues to evolve, it is essential to find ways to preserve its rich heritage. The Brighton Bathing Boxes offer a compelling example of how this can be achieved through a community-driven approach and a commitment to balancing preservation with adaptation. By learning from the experiences of others, Thailand can develop effective strategies for protecting its cultural treasures for generations to come.

National Sports Development Fund to pay millions of baht to the Thai athletes who won medals in the recently concluded g...
09/09/2024

National Sports Development Fund to pay millions of baht to the Thai athletes who won medals in the recently concluded games
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The Samut Sakhon provincial administration has declared success in eliminating 1,378 tonnes of the alien fish species bl...
08/09/2024

The Samut Sakhon provincial administration has declared success in eliminating 1,378 tonnes of the alien fish species blackchin tilapia so far by implementing five measures.
The administration announced that the amount of blackchin tilapia in the province has been reduced by 70% so far. It calculated that percentage from the fact that its fleet of push-net fishing boats was able to catch only 100-500 kilogrammes of the alien fish, compared with 10 tonnes a day when the waterways in the central province were highly infested.
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Stunning close-up of Bryde's whale at Bang Saen beachExcitement is soaring at Bang Saen beach in Chonburi province as to...
08/09/2024

Stunning close-up of Bryde's whale at Bang Saen beach
Excitement is soaring at Bang Saen beach in Chonburi province as tourists flock to witness the latest sensation: a Bryde's whale spotted in the area. This majestic whale has quickly become a major attraction, drawing visitors eager for a close-up view.
Recently, Facebook user “Pet Pai Ruai” (เพชร ไปเรื่อย) shared breathtaking photos of the Bryde's whale near the beach. The images, which have gone viral on social media, capture the whale in stunning detail and surprisingly close to the shore.
Are you in the Bang Saen beach area? Let us know if you spot this magnificent Bryde's whale!

The new Pheu Thai-led coalition government of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will assure Parliament on Thursday t...
08/09/2024

The new Pheu Thai-led coalition government of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will assure Parliament on Thursday that it will push for enactment of a new and fully democratic charter.
The promise of a new charter draft would be among key social and political policies that Paetongtarn would deliver to Parliament on Thursday.
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Baby boomers less inclined to leave an inheritanceMillennials (Gen Y) are on track to becoming the wealthiest generation...
08/09/2024

Baby boomers less inclined to leave an inheritance
Millennials (Gen Y) are on track to becoming the wealthiest generation in the next 10-20 years, expecting substantial inheritances from their baby boomer parents, according to recent reports.
However, Gen Z might surpass them in wealth by 2030 due to their higher purchasing power and lower birth rates.
The reality, however, might be different. According to a Fortune report based on a survey by Northwestern Mutual, many in the US might not receive the anticipated inheritance. Only 20% of baby boomers plan to leave an inheritance, while 50-80% intend to leave none at all. Just 11% of boomers consider leaving an inheritance a top financial goal.
This shift in attitudes reflects a growing trend towards enjoying one's wealth during one’s life rather than leaving it behind. Some retirees prefer spending their savings on experiences with loved ones, choosing to spend all their money while alive rather than saving it for future generations.

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08/09/2024

Draft act on additional tax would affect multinational companies
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The Disease Control Department plans to rush measle vaccines to young school kids in the three southern border provinces...
08/09/2024

The Disease Control Department plans to rush measle vaccines to young school kids in the three southern border provinces after the disease outbreak killed five people there last month, the department chief said.
Director-general Thongchai Kiratihattayakorn said on Saturday that measles and German measles were communicable diseases of concern in Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat provinces because of the low vaccination rate in the Muslim-dominated southern border provinces.
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The rise of ‘travel nurses’There has been a steadily growing demand for “travel nurses” in the United States, which offe...
08/09/2024

The rise of ‘travel nurses’
There has been a steadily growing demand for “travel nurses” in the United States, which offers a flexible, high-paying alternative to the traditional nursing role.
According to American business news channel CNBC, the demand for freelance nurses was surging even before the Covid-19 pandemic but skyrocketed between 2020 and 2022.
These nurses take short-term contracts, often in areas with a high demand for healthcare professionals, such as hospitals, prisons, nursing homes, and even detention centres.
With the ability to choose assignments, negotiate wages, and travel the country, many nurses are drawn to the freedom and adventure that comes with the job.
Many travel nurses earn significantly more than permanent staff, with wages often ranging from $2,800 to $6,000 per week during peak demand periods, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, CNBC reports.
Despite the financial and lifestyle benefits, travel nursing comes with its challenges. Nurses often face emotionally taxing environments, such as working in prisons or critical care centres during crises. Additionally, travel nurses must manage their own schedules, secure housing, and lack employer-provided health insurance, adding to the financial and logistical stress.
For those seeking stability and regular income, permanent nursing roles may be a better fit. However, for those drawn to adventure, higher pay, and flexibility, travel nursing offers a unique career path.
Have there been any travel nurses in Thailand? Would it be beneficial to introduce this concept here?

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