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Traffic police are the missing link for Thai road safety
Following the fatal accident in Chiang Mai that killed three cyclists and injured two others, demands for stiffer punishments have escalated, especially given the likely influence of alcohol. One idea is bicycle licenses, a proposal which led to a group of bicyclists meeting Assistant Police Chief Prawut Thawornsiri on May 15 to submit objections. Licensing
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Quake spurs youth cyber relief work
The recent 7.3-magnitude aftershock which followed the earlier 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated Nepal has again drawn global attention. The death toll has already surpassed 8,100. Still, it is hard to imagine the scale of devastation had the earthquakes occurred 15 years ago. Several thousand more people would have died, and much of the world would
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Nepal must not fall prey to donation scams
A 7.9 magnitude earthquake in Nepal resulted in over 6,000 fatalities and immense destruction. While international aid surpasses $50 million, concerns exist regarding the proper distribution of funds, highlighted by past failures in Haiti. Donors must ensure contributions reach those truly in need, supporting both immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts.
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