Day: April 8, 2024

South Korea has evacuated 11 citizens from Haiti via helicopter due to deteriorating security, the foreign ministry said Monday. The ministry said they were airlifted to the neighboring Dominican Republic, adding that further details would be withheld to ensure the safety of other South Koreans in Haiti. Last month, the government evacuated two citizens from the Caribbean country, as gang violence has gripped the island nation. Haiti has seen a rise in violence and poverty since the assassination of then President Jovenel Moise in 2021. Around 60 South Koreans are currently believed to be in Haiti. Source: Yonhap News Agency

Bangkok, Today there was a total solar eclipse from 11:58 p.m. to 12:04 a.m. It was noticeable in Mexico, the United States, and Canada. As for Thailand, it definitely wasn't seen. "Ajarn Khatha" pointed out that it would hardly affect Thailand. Advice for Aries-Libra Be careful when preparing contract-health documents. Facebook page NARIT, National Astronomical Research Institute Posted a message stating that on April 8th, prepare to experience a #total solar eclipse. And there have been no reports of solar storms. During these past several days There is an overwhelming amount of information being shared across social media. It's a warning clip that NASA has announced that on April 8, 2024, there will be a large solar storm that will affect the world. This date falls on the day of the total solar eclipse. In fact, initially there were no reports of a solar storm on that day and #solareclipse phenomenon. #Not related to the occurrence of solar storms. For today's total solar eclipse phenomenon It is a tot al solar eclipse that can be observed in Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total eclipse can last up to 4 minutes. However, Thailand cannot observe this phenomenon. The news team of the Thai News Agency inquired with Professor Katha Chinnabanchorn, a fortune teller of Chinese astrology, Feng Shui and gypsy cards, who said that in terms of astrology This solar eclipse phenomenon It will hardly affect Thailand. Because it is angled away from Thailand and is on the other side of the world It may have some effect on people born in Aries and Libra. But it's very little. It is advisable to be a little careful when it comes to contract documents. and health only But other things There is nothing to worry about. You can rest easy. There is no need to perform any Rahu worship rituals. Source: Thai News Agency

South Korea placed its second military spy satellite in space Monday to beef up its space-based surveillance of North Korea and deter its nuclear and missile threats amid Pyongyang's own push to launch more satellites. SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launched the reconnaissance satellite from the John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida earlier in the day, the second satellite launched under South Korea's plan to acquire five spy satellites by 2025. As South Korea has relied on U.S. commercial and military assets for high-resolution imagery, it has been pushing to establish its own independent military satellite network to gather information on North Korea. Military officials expressed hope that the reconnaissance satellites will serve as an "eye" for South Korea's Kill Chain preemptive strike system as they will enable the prompt detection of signs of North Korea's potential nuclear and missile attacks. The Kill Chain system is a pillar of South Korea's three-pronged deterrence system that also includes the Kor ea Air and Missile Defense system and the Korea Massive Punishment and Retaliation, an operational plan to incapacitate North Korean leadership in the event of a major conflict. "Once the military satellites are deployed, they will serve as a starting point to monitor all provocations regardless of weather conditions," Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Lee Young-su said during a video conference ahead of liftoff from the Kennedy Space Center. "They are expected to enhance the completeness of the three-axis Kill Chain when integrated into the micro-satellite system in the future," Lee added. The second satellite was equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) sensors that capture data using microwaves and are capable of collecting data regardless of weather conditions. The other three satellites will also be equipped with SAR sensors. Electro-optical and infrared sensors capable of capturing detailed images of the Earth's surface were fitted on the first satellite launched in December. When operated together , the five satellites are expected to provide regular coverage at about two-hour intervals, according to analysts. In the long term, South Korea plans to acquire around 60 small and micro-sized spy satellites by 2030 in addition to the five midsized satellites, which would enable the military to monitor the Korean Peninsula every 30 minutes or less. The smaller satellites expected to be from a homegrown solid-fuel space rocket currently under development. In December, the military conducted the third flight test of a solid-fuel space rocket. Solid-fuel ones are known to be simpler and more cost-effective than liquid-fuel space vehicles. The launch comes as Pyongyang is also making its own efforts to acquire space-based reconnaissance capabilities, which could potentially enhance its precision strike capability of major targets of South Korea and the U.S. North Korea successfully placed its first military spy satellite into orbit last November and has vowed to launch three more spy satellites this year. The South Korean military has been closely monitoring North Korea's preparations for its second spy satellite launch around major political events this month. Defense Minister Shin Won-sik weighed on North Korea's launch of its second satellite this month in time for major political events. North Korea's two major holidays in April are the birthday of the country's founder, Kim Il-sung, the late grandfather of leader Kim Jong-un, on April 15 and the founding anniversary of the Korean People's Revolutionary Army on April 25. "We have been closely watching the possibility of North Korea's satellite launch in March, but it appears to be making some additional improvements," Shin told reporters after watching SpaceX's livestream at the defense ministry. Seoul officials have speculated the North may have made progress in its space program with technological assistance from Russia following the rare summit between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin in September. Although satellites of South and North Kor ea are currently orbiting the Earth, Shin said there is "a huge gap" between their surveillance capabilities. He earlier said the North's satellite was not showing any signs of performing other tasks or engaging in reconnaissance. Pyongyang has claimed the spy satellite took photos of the White House, the Pentagon, major military facilities in South Korea, and the U.S. territories of Guam and Hawaii. But the North has not released related satellite photos. Source: Yonhap News Agency

Samut Prakan, Exciting incident in the police station. While the police were investigating the culprit for a theft case But the suspect grabbed an energy drink bottle and smashed it into a shark's mouth. He was about to stab himself, but the investigator was quick on his feet and kicked him, saving his life in time. CCTV cameras inside the interrogation room Samrong Nuea Police Station Samut Prakan Province captured the image while Police Captain Thanawut Duangjinda, Deputy Inspector, brought Mr. Wimon, 48 years old, the accused in the home theft case, for questioning. But while questioning the accused who was in handcuffs. He reached out and grabbed the bottle of energy drink that was on the table. before being pounded on the ground To break the bottle, he would use it to slit his own throat. and stabbed himself in the neck many times Until Police Captain Thanawut immediately used his foot to kick the accused in the middle of the chest. Until he fell over and leaned against the chair. before entering the h and lock and snatched the bottle away Two more police officers from the police station came to stop the incident. He was then detained and returned to the cell, where it was found that the accused had a slight wound on his neck. and some police officers were cut until they had wounds Therefore, we coordinate with volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation. Enter first aid The incident occurred yesterday (April 7, 2024) at 4:00 p.m. From a background check, it was found that This accused Has committed theft many times before Previously, he had caused an incident in the area of ??Bangna Police Station and was caught by the police. He will harm himself in order to make the victim weak-willed. I don't take pity on my past. It has worked many times. Until recently, there was an incident of raiding and stealing amulets in a broken room at Samrong Nuea Police Station. Repeatedly until he was caught he tried to harm himself. in the hope that the victims will be soft-hearted Police Captain Thanawut, Deputy Inspector General Samrong Nuea Police Station Said after the incident that While on duty, a police officer arrested the suspect and brought him to the police station along with the victim and the seized items. During the investigation It was found that the accused had an old criminal history. So he asked the accused for information. During that time, it was noticed that the accused aimed at a bottle of energy drink that a villager had bought and placed for him. The accused then picked up the bottle and hit it on the ground. At that time, he had a feeling that the accused might come and harm him. So he retreated to gain a foothold. The accused then used a broken bottle to stoke his own neck. He saw that he could not allow the accused to harm himself. So he decided to use his feet to knock the accused down. then snatched the bottle away Then another 2-3 police officers came to help. As for the accused, he is still in police custody. and urged the officers controlling the accused to closely monitor him. Because of fear of hurting myself and allow relatives to visit often so that the accused can be relieved of their worries and will be sent to court for detention tomorrow to proceed according to the law . Source: Thai News Agency

An economic surveillance organization in Asia has expected the South Korean economy to expand 2.3 percent this year on rising exports, Seoul's finance ministry said Monday. The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) made the assessment in its regional report, noting that the recovery of the semiconductor sector will boost exports and lead the overall economic growth, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Last year, the Korean economy expanded 1.4 percent amid a global economic slowdown, but exports, a key growth engine, have been rising after a yearlong downturn since the end of 2023 as the chip sector has made a turnaround. The country is forecast to log lower growth of 2.1 percent in 2025, AMRO said. The organization expected South Korea's inflation to reach 2.5 percent this year, compared with 3.6 percent in 2023, before falling to 2 percent in 2025. Inflation has been moderating, though officials have said that the pace has been slower than earlier expected due to high oil and fres h food prices. The 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) plus South Korea, Japan and China are expected to achieve 4.5 percent economic growth in 2024 and 4.2 percent the following year on the back of the recovery of the tourism sector and rising domestic demand, accelerating from a 4.3 percent expansion in 2023. The bloc is forecast to see inflation reach 4.3 percent this year and 3.7 percent for 2025, AMRO said. The organization pointed out that uncertainties remain high in the regional economy, as it is facing such challenges as geopolitical risks, rising prices of raw materials and the slower recovery of the Chinese economy. It cited the aging population, climate changes and geopolitical issues as longer-term downside risks. Most countries in the region have taken either a tight or neutral monetary stance, AMRO said, calling for continued effort to ensure financial soundness to curb still-high inflation. The Singapore-based organization was established in 2011 to promote macroecon omic and financial stability in the Asian region, which involves the 10-member ASEAN and its three Northeast Asian partners of South Korea, China and Japan. Source: Yonhap News Agency

Nonthaburi, Phra Phayom criticized the behavior of the abbot of a famous temple in Nakhon Sawan Province in sexually harassing novices while they slept. Pointing out that he must definitely be arrested. The person in question refused. Claims to hug and comfort newly ordained monks like adults. Reporters traveled to Wat Suan Kaew, Nonthaburi Province, to ask the opinion of Phra Phayom Kalayano, the abbot of Wat Suan Kaew. Concerning the case of "Phrakhru", the abbot of a temple in Nakhon Sawan Province, sexually assaulting a 13-year-old novice monk by hugging him while he was sleeping. and use your mouth to masturbate They also tried to sleep with him using 1,000 baht as a temptation until the parents found out and had to move the novice out of the temple. Phra Phayom pointed out that the abbot of the temple who caused the incident must definitely be arrested. Because there is clear evidence. This kind of behavior is mostly caused by a monk who cannot control his emotions. But at the abbot level, there are still very few people who have this kind of behavior. What should be taken care of for novices is Take care of neatness and set up mosquito nets to prevent mosquito bites. And is it safe? Not to take care of lust Recently, reporters traveled to the temple where the incident happened again. The accused abbot Denies sexually abusing a novice But just that night, I went to inspect the order as usual. and saw a novice monk sleeping without a blanket So he went to talk and admitted that there was actually sleeping and talking and hugging the novices. But it is a hug and comfort for a newly ordained novice like an adult. Because he saw that he missed his parents and missed home. Confirm that you have not committed an indecent act. As for money Admit that there was an agreement to give real money. Because he thought that hugging might hurt or embarrass the novice, he agreed to pay the money. This is not money to compensate for sexual harassment. Source: Thai News Agency

Saraburi, An electrical transformer exploded with a loud noise in the middle of Saraburi city. Fire engulfed and one sedan was damaged. The owner of a tattoo shop near the scene of the incident revealed the frightening moment. Firefighters from Saraburi Municipality are ready to help put out an electrical transformer explosion. There's a fire burning. In the area of ??Thetsaban 3 Road, Mueang District, Saraburi Province, the fire burned intensely. It is feared that it will spread into people's homes. It took officials about 15 minutes for the fire to be extinguished. Then there were officials from the Electricity Authority. Come in and cut off the electricity. Ready to expedite investigation into the cause of the transformer explosion. No one was injured in this incident. There were only cars parked in the area, the car itself and the windshield. It was damaged by the fire's wire sheath. Mrs. Monthicha, 60 years old, owner of an eyebrow tattoo shop. which is near the scene of the accident and was the owner of the damaged car. He said that when he came to open the shop Heard the sound of an electrical transformer exploding. The sound was so loud that it was extremely shocking. Then there was a burst of flames. And the wire sheaths melted and dripped onto his sedan parked in front of the store. and a fire arose So he took a cloth and hit the fire to extinguish it. Then he stood confused and couldn't do anything. Before he thought about it, he moved his car and fled. His damaged car looked like something had punched a hole in it. which has already been reported After this, I will go talk to the Electricity Authority. How to help and heal It makes me wonder why there were so many wires and communication lines at the point where the transformer exploded. Source: Thai News Agency

With the parliamentary elections two days away, rival parties headed to key battleground areas in Seoul and the nearby metropolitan regions Monday as they made their final pitch to voters after a record high turnout in the early voting. Ruling People Power Party (PPP) leader Han Dong-hoon was set to visit the southeastern parts of Gyeonggi Province that surrounds Seoul, and districts in Incheon, about 30 kilometers west of the capital, later in the day to seek voter support. The Gyeonggi and Incheon regions, which together have some 74 seats at stake, are considered a stronghold for the main opposition Democratic Party (DP). But the southeastern districts of Gyeonggi, consisting of industrial towns with relatively younger demographics, have been seen as one of the closely contested regions in this year's general elections, set for Wednesday. Han plans to also canvass in Goyang in northern Gyeonggi, and Gimpo, just west of Seoul. The PPP has made an election pledge to merge Gimpo and its adjacent cities w ith Seoul as part of a city reorganization plan. DP leader Lee Jae-myung was to focus his campaigning in Seoul. The DP said Lee will visit the key battleground districts in the central and western parts of Seoul, before heading to Incheon to show support for a DP candidate. Lee is also running for a seat in a different constituency in Incheon. On Sunday, Lee went to Seoul's southern districts of Gangnam, Seocho and Songpa, traditionally a PPP stronghold, to appeal to voters to "make a different choice" this time to "punish the incompetent government" of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The DP sees that a few constituencies in Gangnam and Seocho are worth betting on as its election forecasts showed the areas were too close to call. Source: Yonhap News Agency