From Bitcoin Treasure Hunt to Sustainable Tourism: Diverse Challenges and Initiatives Across Wales and Thailand
Bitcoin Fortune in Landfill Sparks Legal Clash in Wales; Thai Weather Alert Poses Flood Risks.
In Wales, a legal battle is brewing as James Howells, a British IT worker, seeks to retrieve a hard drive he accidentally discarded, which contains 8,000 bitcoins now worth about half a billion pounds; he is asking Newport City Council for permission to search the landfill where he believes the fortune lies.
Meanwhile, a severe weather alert has been issued in southern Thailand, with heavy rain expected in several provinces, raising concerns about the risk of flash floods and landslides until the end of November.
In related national developments, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is promoting a campaign to end violence against women and children in alignment with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and legal protections.
Transitioning to environmental initiatives, Phuket Old Town is taking significant steps toward sustainability with its 'Carbon Neutrality 2030' project, aimed at becoming Thailand's first carbon-neutral area through sustainable tourism and community engagement.
On a brighter note, Chiang Mai looks forward to a bustling December as the tourism sector anticipates high occupancy rates due to increased flights and festive attractions, marking a promising end to the year.
Lastly, Thailand Post is looking to the future by forming a joint venture with a Chinese logistics firm to boost cross-border operations, where it plans to acquire a 25% stake, setting the stage for strengthened logistics between the two countries.