Korat Zoo crowns pygmy hippo calf 'Moo Daeng' after overwhelming vote

11 Sept 17:06 Key points summarised by AI

The Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo officially named its new female pygmy hippo calf 'Moo Daeng' (Red Pork) following a public poll that garnered over 350,000 votes.
Born on March 22 and weighing 14 kg, 'Moo Daeng' is the daughter of 'Moo Krob' and 'Kanoon', and the niece of the globally famous 'Moo Deng' from Khao Kheow Open Zoo.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.