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A Spanish chef arrested for the murder of his Colombian male friend on Pha-ngan island has been sent to Samui island under police custody for further legal proceedings and detention as the police initially believed his motive may be. for financial gain.

The police arrested Mr. Daniel Jeronimo, a 29-year-old Spanish national, on charges of murdering Mr. Edwin Miguel, a 44-year-old Colombian surgeon.

The suspect admitted to killing Edwin Miguel following an arguement. He claimed that he refused to sleep with the victim, who became angry, leading to a physical altercation that resulted in Miguel's death.

The suspect said he punched the victim in the head, causing him to fall over and hit the bathtub. He dismembered the body into pieces and dumped them in the sea and other places in an attempt to conceal the evidence.

Black bags containing body parts were discovered at a landfill. A preliminary investigation and DNA analysis confirmed the remains belonged to Edwin Miguel.

According to the police, they had known each other for over a year before they came to the full moon party on Pha-ngan island. The victim paid for all expenses and opened a restaurant for him in Spain.

The police suspect that money may be the motive behind the killing but they have not ruled out their relationship issue.

Daniel Jeronimo is the son of renowned Spanish actor, Rodolfo Sancho. His father was reportedly shocked when he learned about his son's case. He is finding a lawyer to handle his son's case and is prepared to travel to Thailand. (TNA)

Source: Thai News Agency

"Big Joke" prepares to invite the abbot of Bang Khlan Temple to enter the temple, confident that the temple can be opened within 2 weeks. As for the position of abbot, will there be changes in the future or not? Depending on the clergy and villagers in the area

Pol. Gen. Surachet Hakpal, Deputy Commissioner of the National Police, revealed that he was preparing to open Wat Bang Khlan, Phichit Province, within 2 weeks. Director General of the Legal Execution Department Acting Director of the National Office of Buddhism and Mr. Kittisak Rattanawaraha, member of the Senate Including the villagers of the two sides who are in conflict. to set guidelines for opening the property of the temple because in the past the villagers did not trust each other including officials Therefore, there must be a meeting to set guidelines and understand the villagers.

If opening the temple's assets with many items, such as cash in the temple's central account, 1 account, various sacred objects and ivory, the details of these assets The Department of Legal Execution already has details. When it's open, it's complete. The operation will end. But if it is opened and the property is lost, prosecution must be taken. It must be the duty of the police to conduct a retrospective investigation to see what assets have been lost that do not match the central account of the Legal Execution Department. and investigating when it disappeared Or disappeared in the era of any abbot. If the opening of the property is completed and the property is complete, it is considered finished.

After that, the temple will be opened. It is believed that no more than 2 weeks will be invited by the current abbot who has been appointed by the National Office of Buddhism. Enter the temple first Will the tenure change in the future? Depending on the clergy and villagers in the area because the temple must live with the community

In this regard, Pol. Gen. Surachet Confirmed to the media that the headlines can be said that Big Joke prepares to open Bang Khlan Temple within 2 weeks.-Thai News Agency

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The Prime Minister asked to rally under the legal framework. Help make the country peaceful. stable stability Emphasizes that it is not involved in Pride Thai joining hands with the Pheu Thai government. Q: What is the problem with the constitution?

General Prayut Chan-ocha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense said after the cabinet meeting Regarding the case of General Prawit Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister Say goodbye to the cabinet meeting today. Do you have anything or not? No, let's not have it. and nothing strange Because many people leave the meeting which he did not say anything There is already a working group attending the meeting.

As for the still acting At present, there is a problem with dissenting protesters and movements. The Prime Minister said to be careful with the law. because they saw the lawsuit against each other Everyone must obey the law. Although it is the freedom of the individual But don't affect other people. Do not damage government property. which the police must take care of and prosecute according to the procedures I don't want everyone to be accused. and must understand that everyone must be within the framework Think of those who did not join the rally and lived normally and had to make a living and earn money. but had to face assembly problems This is not true freedom.

As for the image of the protesters clashing with Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports And was reprimanded by the protesters with harsh words. The Prime Minister said that he had seen the picture and asked whether it was appropriate to do it or not. therefore requesting the cooperation of the media to give advice that this is an inappropriate situation Everyone has to help each other. Not for the Prime Minister to say everything But everyone must help each other to make the country peaceful, stable, stable, safe in life and property. and investment All of these things must work together. If different people proposed conflicts, this kind of thing would keep happening. I want you to look back and see that Thailand is now recovering tourism. and there are many tourists coming in But when there is an incident in the country quarreling like this Believe that many people will not travel, so doing anything must be within the framework of the law and according to the constitution. citing various reasons Nana is not a matter So please don't expand on this matter. to reduce conflict

The Prime Minister declined to comment on the formation of a government between Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai. Will it cause political stability or not? stating that they are not involved in politics Let political parties follow the mechanisms of the constitution. which everyone must accept this rule In the past, this constitution was used. everyone already knows So what are the serious problems with this constitution today?

In the case of changing the government Then the constitution must be amended. The Prime Minister asked the media whether How does the media see it? Before walking up to the Thai Khu Fah Building, Government House.-Thai News Agency

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After the protagonist "Marie Berinner" came out to declare herself "single", it was to confirm the news about the end of love with young "Pitch Kachai", but still no one knows the reason. of the separation of the two but refused to disclose details

Recently, "Pich" has come out to open up about the reason for the breakup. go through the list of GoyNattyDream said, "He's a very nice person, really cute, but his lifestyle doesn't match.

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The House of Representatives on Aug. 8-the Cabinet approved the 13th APEC Energy Ministerial Statement on the transition to clean energy, which the United States will host a meeting on Aug. 15-16.

Miss Ratchada Thanadirek, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office Revealed the results of the Cabinet meeting (Cabinet) on August 8, 2023 that the cabinet approved the draft joint statement of the 13th APEC Energy Ministers' Statement as proposed by the Ministry of Energy. The draft joint statement will be adopted at the 13th APEC Energy Ministers Meeting on August 15-16, 2023, in Seattle. United States, this meeting Held under the theme “Creating a Resilient and Sustainable Future for All”, this is a forum to show the joint intention of the energy ministers of the 21 APEC economies to promote cooperation on important issues such as the exchange of ideas on current and future energy situation Addressing challenges to energy security Increasing the proportion of clean energy Promotion of energy conservation and sustainable use of energy

The Draft Joint Statement of the 13th APEC Energy Ministers' Statement reflects the intention of the APEC Energy Ministers to formulate a direction and form a policy framework for joint energy cooperation. which is consistent with driving cooperation in accordance with the goals of Bangkok on bioeconomy circular economy and the Green Economy (Bangkok Goals on Bio-Circular-Green Economy: BCG) and the APEC Putrajaya Vision 2040 that focus on “openness, dynamics, and ready for change. and peace” so that APEC economic zones can achieve the APEC Energy Goals, which are 1) the goal to double the share of renewable energy by 2030; Reduce energy intensity by 45% within the year. 2035 to support the achievement of carbon neutrality goals and 3) the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions. Along with strengthening energy security and sustainable energy together.

more than that this meeting It is proposed to increase the proportion of electricity generation from carbon-neutral and carbon-neutral fuels by about 70% by 2035, and jointly reduce methane emissions by at least 50% from Fossil energy sector by 20230 (compared to 2020) by reducing methane emissions from oil and gas production. and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the coal sector. The United States also proposed the establishment of the Just Energy Transition Initiative (Just Energy Transition Initiative) to enhance efforts to accelerate APEC's fair transition to clean energy. and cover through the participation of the labor sector

The draft joint statement It provides guidance for the transition to clean energy. Including the preparation of new energy targets of APEC. To support global efforts towards net zero and carbon neutrality. to tackle the climate crisis At the same time, it has focused on strengthening energy security and improving access to energy more comprehensively and resiliently. All of which are in line with Thailand's overall stance on APEC. Including continuing the work of the goals of Bangkok On the BCG economy, which is the highest result of Thailand's hosting of APEC in 2022 .-Thai News Agency

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Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade invites all gas station operators in the country. Let's discuss to urge to check the oil dispenser. and equipment to be in normal condition After encountering an oil service user who fills up and receives the amount of oil that does not match the amount already paid and must report the results within August 11

Mr. Wattanasak Suea-iam, Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade, met with 12 leading domestic gas station operators, such as PTT Station, Bangchak, PT, Esso, Shell and Caltex. Confidence in oil service standards and is ready to cooperate in the preliminary inspection of quality standards for all oil service providers Go back and inspect every fuel dispenser in every service station that exists over 24,000 locations across the country, including more than 450,000 heads, urgently paid And report back to the Department of Internal Trade by this Friday (August 11), after which the results of the inspection must be reported monthly on the 10th day of the month.

However, the Department of Internal Trade will send officials both from the central and the region Check every spot once more. which if found incorrect Immediate legal measures will be taken, for example, the dispenser is defective / the dispenser is not certified or the fuel is misplaced. will be subject to the maximum fine Imprisonment for not more than 6 months, a fine of not more than 20,000 baht, or both. Including the punishment to the gas station executive. That is a franchise or a network, for example, contract termination, especially in the case of intentional cheating or modifying the dispensing head, will have a heavy penalty of imprisonment of up to 7 years, a fine of not more than 280,000 baht, or both.

In the past 7 months Statistics of gas station inspections totaling more than 7,800 times, including 170,000 dispensing nozzles, 802 dispensing nozzles were found wrong, most of them dispensing fuel with errors beyond normal / and the legal certification expires every 2 years. 210 cases have been prosecuted. Complaints through the Department of Internal Trade hotline 1569 in the first 7 months, a total of 45 cases.

for the people in doubt can check preliminary from sticker Verify inspection from the Department of Internal Trade and show the current year or if abnormalities are found after refueling. Complaints can be made through 1569, which has a dedicated team to advise and receive complaints. Ready to go out and inspect immediately.-Thai News Agency

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is open to hearing opinions on principles and a draft announcement on rules for bribery payment under the Derivatives Act B.E. 2546 (Contracts Act). futures contracts) to informers of unfair actions relating to futures contracts. to have clear criteria

Under Section 152 of the Derivatives Act, the SEC has the power to pay a bribe of not more than 30 percent of the fine paid by the offender to the court to the person who informs the information about offense for the offenses of price manipulation in derivatives under Section 92, hoarding, dumping or controlling derivatives goods under Section 94, and the use of insider information in derivatives trading under Section 99 and Section 100, depending on the significance of the information. according to the rules prescribed by the SEC

The SEC at its meeting No. 11/2023 agreed in principle with the draft announcement. Payment of bribes under the Derivatives Act To those who report unfair actions in relation to futures contracts in order to be a clear guideline on matters such as notifying information and wishing to receive bribes consideration of persons entitled to receive bribes Considering the importance of information Consideration of paying bribes and payment of bribes, etc. It also allows the SEC to obtain information in prosecuting offenders. This results in more efficient law enforcement.

In this regard, the SEC has published the public opinion document and the draft announcement on the SEC website https://www.sec.or.th/TH/Pages/PB_Detail.aspx?SECID. =927 Those involved and interested can express their opinions on the website or via e-mail: konlawat@sec.or.th, krisadhikhun@sec.or.th or parisa@sec.or.th until September 7, 2023 .- Thai News Agency

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ERC confirms that the final electricity bill reduction of the year is impossible. Must wait for the new government on the side of EGAT to accept if reducing the FT fee more than this need to extend the repayment period It will affect cash flow and credit rating. while the electricity bill next year may increase due to all-round negative factors

Mr. Komkrit Tantravanich The Secretary-General of the Energy Regulatory Commission, as spokesperson of the ERC, clarified the case of the joint committee of 3 private sectors (ERC) requesting the government to reduce the electricity tariff for the final installment of the year (September-December) down to 4.25 baht due to It was seen that the latest ERC resolution approved the FT charge at 66.89 satang per unit. (Excluding VAT), which reduced the average electricity cost from 4.70 baht to 4.45 baht per unit, effective from the September billing cycle. Still too high even though the costs have been reduced and saw that the average electricity bill should be at 4.20 satang

Mr. Komkrit revealed that the reduction in electricity bills during the last period of this year (September-December) is difficult. or almost impossible because of the electricity bill calculation It is calculated according to the formula for calculating the last variation. which is based on the fuel price situation Both liquefied natural gas, LNG, gas volume in the Gulf of Thailand And the liquidity of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), which still has 1.1 billion baht in debt from carrying FT last year, which EGAT itself says can manage debt only 5 installments only, therefore offering a reduction in the electricity bill for the last installment of the year at 25 satang per unit. But if wanting to reduce the cost of electricity to 4.25 baht per unit as proposed by the ERC (decreasing the FT cost by 20 satang), budgets from the informal system must be used, such as direct government subsidies since the ERC has no budget. enough which estimates that reducing the electricity cost by 1 satang requires a budget of approximately 600 million baht; if reducing the electricity bill by 20 satang, a budget of approximately 12, 000 million baht, so have to wait for the new government and the National Energy Policy Council to consider

As for the trend of electricity bills next year Still have to face many negative factors. including natural gas prices, LNG prices, gas quantities in the Gulf of Thailand The increasing gas consumption of gas separation plants will result in a decrease in gas in the electricity sector. And most importantly, gas in Myanmar may disappear. There is also a drought that reduces the amount of water in Lao PDR's dams, resulting in less electricity generation. together with the coal-fired power plant in our country that has to be retired This may make electricity generation more dependent on natural gas while LNG prices rise. These negative factors may push up electricity bills next year. But at the same time, there is a positive factor from the Erawan gas field that PTTEP has announced that it will return to production at 800 cubic feet per day in mid-2024 from the current production of 400 cubic feet per day. If the production is as expected, Thailand may import less LNG and will result in a decrease in electricity costs as well. Or another approach is Finding new gas sources in the Gulf of Thailand to produce more gas

Mr. Boonyanit Wongrakmit, Governor of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), admitted that the payment period from carrying the FT fee from the year 2021, which is still 110,000 million baht, cannot be extended. further because it will affect the cash flow or liquidity of EGAT and will affect EGAT's credit rating (credit rating), which will result in higher interest rates for investment loans in the future. Currently, EGAT has managed cash flow and Such financial liquidity by 1. Use loans to manage liquidity, totaling 110,000 million baht, divided into loans to enhance liquidity in May 2022, amounting to 25,000 million baht, and loans to manage the FT burden. (guaranteed by the Ministry of Finance) in the amount of 85,000 million baht. 2. Using a short-term loan (Credit Line) up to 30,000 million baht and 3. postponing the payment to the state. EGAT has a burden to repay the liquidity loan principal which will begin paying the first balance in 2024, but at present EGAT

Source: Thai News Agency

Big Joke" announces the closing of the case of deceiving the sale of counterfeit amulets at Wat Khao Chi Chan. Priced from 400 baht per statue, sold to Chinese people together, the price went up to 20,000 baht, more than 130 million baht in assets were seized, more than 20 suspects were arrested and prosecuted by the temple abbot.

Pol. Gen. Surachet Hakpal, Deputy Commissioner of the National Police in conjunction with the National Office of Buddhism And the Office of the Anti-Money Laundering Commission (AMLO) announced the closing of the case of a group of Chinese people renting a temple in the area of Chon Buri Province to deceive and sell amulets to Chinese tours that Currently, the police have arrested a total of 12 Chinese accused selling monks in the temple and extended the arrest warrants for 6 more Chinese.

In addition, the accusation against Phrakhru Wisut Thammanusitsomsak, the abbot of the temple, was charged with being an official of wrongful neglect of duty or Section 157, having sent the case file to the NACC. Ready to arrest Ms. Phayom the maid of the temple in the offense of encouraging officials to act or omit to perform their duties wrongfully In addition, officials also seized more than 100 million baht in assets from the Chinese accused and the properties of the abbot and his relatives. total value over 137 million baht

At the same time, it also found that one of the Chinese accused had made a false report to the district officials. in order for the child to have Thai nationality has filed one additional allegation of making false statements

Pol. Gen. Surachet said that Chinese investors came to rent the temple. along with decorating the temple to look beautiful by paying rent to the temple and brought Thai people to sell sacred objects in the temple It is considered a mutual benefit sharing from the sale of counterfeit amulets that have not been consecrated. Brought to deceive and sell at a high value and is popular among Chinese people. At a cost of only 400 baht per statue, but renting at a high price of 20,000 baht per statue, causing damage to Chinese tourists This behavior is comparable to zero-dollar tours that have returned to play a role in Thailand again. after Thailand opens tourism in the country

It also found that the movement brought a card swipe machine that could transfer money to China as soon as a purchase was made. By the way, the Royal Thai Police will integrate with the Office of Buddhism and the AMLO to monitor the financial routes of this network. especially the abbot of Khao Chi Chan and all relatives

In the past, the police and related agencies jointly inspected 14 temples involved in such offenses in Chonburi Province, with 4 temples found to be selling sacred objects. But it is sold by the measure itself. Not related to the Chinese capitalist, the other 10 temples did not find any sacred objects for sale.

Col. Danphrai Kaewwell, deputy commander of the Immigration Bureau's investigation, stated that this incident occurred from January to May 2023, for a total of 6 months. Measured by a Chinese company with a Thai wife. and has registered the establishment of the company By informing that he operates a restaurant but came back to sell sacred objects Found more than 100 million baht in turnover in the company's account and paid rent at a price of 150,000 baht per month.

In addition, the prosecution was filed against the abbot of Khao Chee Chan Temple. In an offense under section 157 and the case file has been sent to the NACC. From now on, the police will also extend the effect to the mother and brother of the abbot. It was found that there were about 29 million baht in assets, while the temple's property account. From the inspection, it was found that there were only 3 million baht left.

On the side of Mr. Inthaphon Chan-iam, Acting Director of the Office of Buddhism, said that now the inspection results have been extended to the area of Chon Buri Province by inspecting temples where sacred objects are sold. which must be in accordance with the conditions of the Bureau of Buddhism that can allow people to rent space in the temple The temple has the authority to consider by itself in the terms of the 3-year lease agreement. If the lease agreement exceeds the specified 3-year period, it must be submitted to the Buddhist Bureau consider And do not allow foreign capital to rent space. In addition to the temples in Chonburi Province, the Bureau of Buddhism It is also preparing to expand the search results of temples in various tourist provinces such as Phuket as it is a tourist province with many tourists.

As for the monks of Wat Khao Chee Chan and the abbot, a committee will be set up to inspect. Which must wait for the criminal process to complete the investigation before proceeding

A representative from AMLO said that at present, two offenses have been found: defrauding the public and Section 157. Persons involved must be inspected to see if money has been received from the offence. and money transfer without reasonable cause related to money laundering laws If a financial route is found to lead to anyone, all assets will be confiscated for further investigation and legal action.-Thai News Agency

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8-PTT accelerates to increase green areas, reduce carbon More than 450 people joined with the government, networks and communities to plant 4,500 trees at PTT Reforestation Plot, Lopburi Province. In honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King's birthday on 12 August 2023

Mr. Auttapol Rerkpiboon, President and Chief Executive Officer, PTT Public Company Limited (PTT), presided over the opening ceremony of the kick-off activity "PTT Power of Life, Turning the Forest" 1 tree. Seedlings… to the second million forest at the PTT reforestation plots in the National Reserved Forest, Wang Phloeng Forest, Purple Khom Forest, and Lam Narai Forest, Maha Phot Sub-district. Sa Bot District Lopburi Province, along with Mr. Surachai Ajonbun, Director General of the Royal Forest Department, Mr. Wachira Ketphan, Deputy Governor of Lopburi Province. More than 450 PTT executives and employees, government agencies, PTT network, and community networks in the area jointly planted 4,500 trees.

Mr. Authapol said that this activity was born out of PTT's intention to plant forests to restore the ecosystem. Increasing natural sources of carbon dioxide absorption, which is one of PTT's three key strategies to achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050. by PTT set a goal to plant more forests 1 million rai and cooperation from companies in the PTT group another 1 million rai by the year 2030 (2030), and when combined with the forest plantation area in honor of His Majesty the King of 1 million rai, it is expected that the area of the PTT Group's reforestation plots is more than

3 million rai will help absorb carbon dioxide approximately 20% of PTT's greenhouse gas emissions, which has the potential to absorb more than 4.15 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year. Serves as an ecological service (Ecosystem service) as a source of water. promote biodiversity as well as helping to create social capital and create economic value for the community worth millions of baht per year.

PTT Power of Life, Turning the Forest" 1 seedling… to the second million forest is a kick-off activity, starting PTT's 1 million rai reforestation project, held at the reforestation plot in the reserved forest. National Forest, Wang Phloeng Forest, Purple Forest and Lam Narai Forest Has been allocated 413 rai of land from the Royal Forest Department under the responsibility of Forest Resources Management Office 5 Saraburi. Targeting a total of 86,173 rai of reforestation areas across the country. in parallel with the introduction of planting plots to register for the voluntary greenhouse gas reduction project According to the standards of Thailand or T-VER that will raise the level of forest reforestation to meet standards according to academic principles.

Today's activity: PTT has prepared 25 native plants such as Pradu Pa, Red Payom, Makhatae, and Tabak to be planted to increase green space. In addition, the event format is a Carbon Neutral Event that takes into account greenhouse gas emissions in every activity, emphasizing on the use of environmentally friendly materials and can be utilized further. PTT has collected data and calculated the amount. Greenhouse gas emissions from all activities and will bring PTT's carbon credits to compensate for the amount of 45 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent which, in addition to reforestation activities There is also a weir to slow down the water. to slow down the water in the rainy season to remain in the area for a longer time as well as helping distribute moisture to the reforestation area and benefiting the newly planted seedlings as well

Throughout the past 45 years, PTT has been committed to the main mission of creating energy security for the country while giving importance to social stewardship. community and the environment continuously The path of PTT's reforestation started in 1994 when Queen Sirikit the queen Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Her Royal Highness advised the government to find a way to stop deforestation. and urgently rehabilitating the degraded forest with a royal speech “The King is water, I will be a forest, a forest that gives allegiance to water. King built a reservoir I will build a forest” which reflects His Majesty's strong aspirations for forest conservation. because he saw that forests in Thailand were destroyed a lot, PTT or Petroleum Authority of Thailand at that time Therefore volunteered to plant a permanent forest in honor of His Majesty the King His Majesty the King (Rama IX) amounting to 1 million rai until reaching the goal in 2002, including planting areas of more than 1,043,

PTT is ready to support the country's greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. With full awareness of the urgency of solving such problems By focusing on business development towards a low-carbon society and being a good organization for society Emphasis on creating transparency in driving the energy business of the future and new business groups coupled with taking care of stakeholders in a balanced way Ready to energize and enhance the quality of life of Thai people. including taking care of society and natural resources to grow side by side with stability and sustainability.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency