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Japan sinkhole grows to almost Olympic pool length
AFP, Published on 31/01/2025
» YASHIO (JAPAN) — Emergency workers in Japan began building a ramp Friday to try and reach a 74-year-old truck driver who has not been heard from since his vehicle was swallowed by a sinkhole this week.
Sinkholes near Tokyo merge, man still trapped on 3rd day
Kyodo News, Published on 30/01/2025
» SAITAMA — A sinkhole at an intersection near Tokyo that swallowed a truck collapsed further Thursday and merged with a second opening that had formed nearby, as rescue efforts continued into a third day to save the driver.
From Marginal Life to Thriving Business on Koh Nok Phao
Published on 09/01/2025
» Thailand’s natural beauty has long drawn tourists from around the world, with its tourism sector contributing 18% to the economy. While popular islands like Samui, Pha Ngan, and Tao in Surat Thani are well-known, Koh Nok Phao, located in Don Sak district, offers a serene escape with its tranquil charm and unspoiled landscapes.
Troubled times for Thailand's transport sector
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 30/12/2024
» Mishaps and misfortunes cast a shadow over the government's attempts to get the nation moving more efficiently.
Mae Sai clear-up 'almost finished'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/10/2024
» Post-flood recovery work in Chiang Rai's Mae Sai district is almost complete, the government's operation centre for helping flood, storm and landslide victims said on Friday, adding the work in all affected communities is expected to be completed by Monday as planned.
Bad governors unwelcome
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/10/2024
» The recent flood disaster in the North, particularly Chiang Rai, brings to light the issue of bureaucratic setbacks.
Signs of life as tunnel rescuers near trapped men
Online Reporters, Published on 27/08/2024
» NAKHON RATCHASIMA - A rescue tube being driven through the rubble in a collapsed under-construction railway tunnel is believed to have hit one of the three trapped workers’ vehicles, officials said on Tuesday.
Sex worker pleads rights; bare essentials; monk loses cool
News, Mae Moo, Published on 23/06/2024
» Marriage agreement under fire
India tunnel rescue paused over cave-in fear
AFP, Published on 18/11/2023
» DEHRADUN, India - Indian rescuers on Saturday paused efforts to reach 40 men trapped in a collapsed road tunnel after a cracking sound created a "panic situation" over the possibility of a further cave-in.
Wild Boars captain took his life, UK inquest concludes
Online Reporters, Published on 28/10/2023
» The captain of the young “Wild Boars” football team that was dramatically rescued from a flooded cave in Chiang Rai in 2018 took his own life while at a school in England, a UK coroner’s inquest has concluded.