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Hope for Chiang Mai elephants going hungry during pandemic

Chiang Mai’s elephants were handed a lifeline on Thursday after going hungry for months due to a lack of tourist income during the pandemic.

Aproject titled “Napier Grass Plantation to Help Elephants in Chiang Mai Province” was launched by the Provincial Administrative Organisation along with the Animals and Agriculture Division and the Thai Elephant Alliance Association.

The project will ease burdens on owners who have borne the expense of feeding some 900 elephants for over 15 months since the Covid-19 pandemic began. Each elephant requires 150-300 kilos of food per day at a cost of 300-500 baht. The lack of income from tourist visits during the pandemic means elephants are facing food shortages and tough times.

Hope for Chiang Mai elephants going hungry during pandemic

Under the project agreement, the Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organisation will set aside 93 rai of land to grow Napier grass over the next two years in order to provide a sustainable food source for elephants in the province.

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Published : August 06, 2021

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Google, PTT named top employers among new Thai graduates

Universum, a global thought leader in “employer branding”, shared its findings in Thailand’s recruitment market and career aspirations of the country’s future workforce.

According to the study, tech giant Google was the No 1 employer of choice for business/commerce students, while PTT gained top position as an ideal employer among engineering students.

Hospitality, retail industries remain popular

The most attractive employer among business/commerce students was Google, followed by the Stock Exchange of Thailand and entertainment giant GMM Grammy. The fourth spot was taken by duty-free retailer King Power.

The preferred industries among students remained diverse, with the tourism and hospitality sector coming in first (39 per cent).

“Despite the economic impact brought by the pandemic, as well as tighter curbs to contain infections, talent remains optimistic about the outlook of tourism its related industries. This may be excellent news for the country’s recent plan to reboot tourism,” said Pratik Sabherwal, head of advisory APAC for Universum.

PTT, EGAT and SET are high in the Most Ideal Employer Rankings, despite students’ strong desire to work in the private sector

Though many Thai students aspire to work in the private sector (88 per cent business/commerce students and 84 per cent engineering students), public-owned firms are still the preferred choice.

Public-owned companies like PTT and Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) are among the top three ideal employers, with PTT leading the list.

“During the pandemic, a time when employees of private firms potentially experience sharp drops in salary, future talent may be more open to well-established bodies in the public sector where civil servants’ salaries remain stable. Our survey shows PTT is highly associated with attractive employer characteristics, such as offering a competitive base salary, competitive benefits, secure employment and having a high-performance focus, which are also the top four most important attributes engineering students are looking for,” Sabherwal added.

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Google, PTT, SCG most engaging employers

Employer corporate websites remain the most common information source with 52 per cent of respondents saying they relied on it, while 47 per cent of students say they also turn to Facebook and Google+ to find out about their future employers. Among all university students surveyed, Google, PTT, and Siam Cement Group are ranked as the top three most engaging companies on social media.

Facebook is integrated into Thai people’s lives more than other social media channels such as Instagram or LinkedIn. Therefore talent uses both the official company website to learn about the employer and Facebook to see how people are engaging with the company and what kind of content the company is sharing about itself as an employer.

“Employers should tailor their branding by identifying their key differentiators and sharing relevant information when targeting different candidates. Since employers in Thailand are active on Facebook, talent often uses Facebook to get a real understanding of the employee experiences; making the best use of popular platforms will ensure talent gets an understanding about what to expect working at your organization,” Sabherwal said.

Other highlights in the survey showed that students perceive diversity and inclusion (77 per cent) as the most important topic for employers to address on their social media, ahead of advancement opportunities (75 per cent) and thoughts from company leaders (73 per cent).

Gender pay disparity persists

The expected annual salary of university students in Thailand averages at 431,689 baht. Business and commerce students have higher expectations on salary with an average annual remuneration of THB452 869, whereas that of their engineering cohorts is THB434 663. The business/commerce discipline saw a gender pay gap of 14 per cent with female students expecting to be paid less than their male counterparts. The gender pay gap within engineering students is considerably smaller with female students expecting 8 per cent less salary than males.

Published : August 06, 2021

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Thai authorities set up centre to look after children affected by Covid crisis

Four organisations have come together to help children affected by the Covid-19 crisis. Under the scheme, “Care Centre for Children with Covid-19”, four foster homes have been established to look after children whose parents have been infected by the virus.

The scheme was launched by the Department of Children and Youth in cooperation with the Equitable Education Fund (EEF), Child and Adolescent Mental Health Rajanagarindra Institute (CAMRI) and UNICEF Thailand.

Supatcha Suttipol, director-general of the Department of Children and Youth which comes under the jurisdiction of Social Development and Human Security Ministry, said on Friday that more than 65,000 children had been affected by Covid-19 from January to August 4 this year.

“These children have been affected by the Covid-19 crisis either directly or indirectly. Many are either infected, have not been treated, are vulnerable to infections, have lost one or both their parents to the virus, have mental disabilities or have a tendency to fall off the education system. The ‘Care Centre for Children with Covid-19’ was set up to deal with such issues. The centre will look for and deliver help to the affected children. A mobile application will also be set up to find children who have either lost their parents or are at risk of losing their parents to the virus. The operation will cover the entire country in cooperation with as many corporations as possible,” Supatcha said.

“Four foster homes with a capacity of 160 each have been set up to provide temporary accommodation for children, while officials work on finding them a permanent home,” she added.

Cases of children affected by the Covid-19 fallout can be reported to the care centre via the 1300 hotline.

Published : August 06, 2021

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Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

Bangkok is launching six more free Covid-19 testing stations as part of active case-finding in communities aimed at identifying and isolating infected people to stop the virus from spreading.

The move comes amid a surge of cases in the capital, which logged another 4,713 infections on Friday.

“In recent weeks we deployed public health officials to perform testing at selected high-risk communities, but from Saturday onward people can come into one of the six units to receive free testing,” Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang said on Friday.

Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

The six testing units will be at the following locations:

1. Kilapat 2 Sport Ground, Ratchathewi district (500 people per day). Call (02) 354 4212

2. Chaengwattana Government Complex, Lak Si district (1,000 people per day). Call (02) 982 2081-2

3. 72nd Anniversary Stadium, Minburi district (700 people per day). Call (02) 836 9999 ext 3621, 3622

4. Lumphini Park, Pathumwan district (500 people per day). Call (02) 214 1044

5. Under Rama VIII Bridge, Bang Phlat district (600 people per day). Call (02) 424 0056 ext 5657

6. Bangkhae Phirom Market, Bang Khae district (600 people per day). Call (02) 415 0157

Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

“The testing units will use antigen test kits, which can produce results in 30 minutes with more than 90 per cent accuracy,” said the governor. “If you test positive you can get another test via the RT-PCR method at the unit to confirm the result.

“Please bring your ID card and your own pen, and maintain social distancing practices at the testing units,” added Aswin.

Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

Bangkok opens 6 new testing units as infections surge

Published : August 06, 2021

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PM orders swift probe on rape-murder of Swiss tourist in Phuket

Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered authorities to swiftly investigate the suspected rape and murder of a holidaying Swiss government official found dead in Phuket on Thursday.

The body of Nicole Sauvain-Weisskopf, 57, was found by Ton Ao Yon waterfall in tambon Vichit of Phuket’s Muang district.

The deceased was an assistant protocol chief of the Federal Assembly of Switzerland who was visiting the southern province alone under the Phuket Sandbox programme. She was found wearing only a T-shirt and jacket, while her mobile phone, blue sports shoes and a black backpack were found nearby. Police said she appeared to have been raped and murdered, though there were no visible injuries on the body.

“The prime minister has ordered agencies to investigate this case as fast as they can and urged government authorities to ensure the safety of tourists under the tourism sandbox programme,” said government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri.

Prayut also instructed the Foreign Ministry and Tourism Authority of Thailand to boost public health and safety measures for Thai and foreign tourists, said the spokesman.

“Lastly, the prime minister asked all Thais to help promote a positive image of the country to attract foreign tourists who will help stimulate the local economy,” added Anucha.

Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai called the Swiss ambassador on Thursday to extend his condolences, and promised to update Swiss authorities on developments in the murder investigation.

Published : August 06, 2021

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Rescue riders deployed for 100,000 patients in Bangkok home isolation

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has deployed “Super Riders” in Bangkok to deliver emergency medical supplies to Covid-19 patients in home isolation.

The volunteer motorcycle riders carry paracetamol, green chiretta (Fah Talai Jone), thermometers, fingertip oximeters, alcohol sanitiser and face masks, said DDC deputy director-general Dr Opas Karnkawinpong on Thursday. They have already made deliveries to more than 100 patients, he added.

The DDC and City Hall have also deployed more than a dozen special teams to protect the city’s most vulnerable residents. The Comprehensive COVID-19 Response Teams are testing 1,000 people daily, vaccinating at-risk groups such as bedridden patients, and evaluating and promoting Covid-19 safety measures in risky areas such as construction sites, markets and communities. 

People who think they may have contracted Covid-19 can call the Department of Disease Control hotline on 1422.

The DDC wants Covid-19 patients and close contacts to enter the treatment system as soon as possible in order to reduce new cases and fatalities. So far, nearly 100,000 patients in Bangkok have been placed in home isolation as the capital logged another 4,713 cases on Friday. 

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Rescue riders deployed for 100,000 patients in Bangkok home isolationRescue riders deployed for 100,000 patients in Bangkok home isolationRescue riders deployed for 100,000 patients in Bangkok home isolationThree rapid-antigen testing stations with capacity to test 4,000 people per day have been launched at Thupatemi Stadium, Rajamangala National Stadium, and the Royal Thai Army Club on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Phaya Thai.

Those who tested positive will be given an RT-PCR test by a biosafety mobile unit to confirm infection. Mobile chest X-rays are also available at the Royal Thai Army Club. Patients will be assigned home, community, or hospital treatment according to their level of symptoms.

Opas said patients with no or mild symptoms can be registered for 14 days of home treatment.

Published : August 06, 2021

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Foreigners in Thailand can now book their first Covid-19 jab

Foreigners living in Thailand can now register for their first Covid-19 jab via the Foreign Ministry’s expatvac.consular.go.th website or via the Public Health Ministry’s thailandintervac.com site.

The Department of Information said the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration has earmarked 150,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine donated by the US for foreign residents.

Foreigners of all ages can register for a jab, though the elderly, pregnant women and people with chronic diseases will be given first preference.

The Public Health Ministry has said it will announce guidelines for foreign students and athletes later.

The first jab can be booked via expatvac.consular.go.th or thailandintervac.com

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Published : August 06, 2021

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Thailand hits new record with daily caseload of 21,379 cases, 191 deaths

Thailand surpassed the 20,000 mark for a third day running with 21,379 new Covid-19 infections and 191 deaths on Friday.

Of the 21,379 new patients, 484 were prison inmates.

Meanwhile, 22,172 patients have recovered and been discharged over the past 24 hours.

Since the epidemic started last year, Thailand has had 714,684 Covid-19 cases, 495,904 of whom have recovered, 212,926 are still in hospital and 5,854 have died.

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Separately, another 397,275 people were given their first Covid-19 shot in the last 24 hours, 98,369 their second shot, and 175,190 their third shot, bringing the total number of Covid-19 vaccine doses administered in Thailand to 19,632,537.

According to Worldometer, as of 10am on Wednesday, the number of confirmed cases globally had risen to 200.69 million, 181.44 million of whom have recovered, 14.97 million are active cases (94,630 in severe condition) and 4.28 million have died (up by 10,392).

Thailand ranks 39rd on the global list of most cases, which is topped by the US with 36.30 million, followed by India with 31.85 million, Brazil with 20.06 million, Russia with 6.37 million and France 6.23 million.

Published : August 06, 2021

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National Police chief in Phuket to investigate murder of Swiss national

National Police chief Pol General Suwat Jangyodsuk landed in Phuket on Friday to personally investigate the alleged killing of a Swiss government official.

The body of Nicole Sauvain-Weisskopf, 57, assistant protocol chief of the Federal Assembly of Switzerland, was found at the Ao Yon waterfall in tambon Vichit of Phuket’s Muang district on Thursday afternoon.

She was found wearing only a T-shirt and jacket, while a mobile phone, a pair of blue sports shoes and a black backpack were found nearby. Police said she appeared to have been raped and murdered, though there were no visible injuries on the body.

Reports say Sauvain-Weisskopf had been missing since Tuesday.

The police chief said he and his team will investigate the case and hunt down the suspects.

Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai called the Swiss ambassador to extend his condolences earlier in the day. The Phuket governor also called the ambassador, promising to hunt down the murderers as soon as possible.

Government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said later that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha also extended his condolences and ordered that the murderer be found quickly. The PM also said protection for tourists must be improved for the sake of the economy.

Published : August 06, 2021

By : The Nation