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Bangkok Post
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Dig deep in mine case
A landmine explosion that injured three soldiers, one of whom had his foot blown off, while patrolling the Thai-Cambodian border in Ubon Ratchathani province requires a thorough and transparent investigation. The incident that took place on Wednesday afternoon near Hill 481 in the Chong Bok area of Nam Yuen district saw Private Thanapat Huiwan lose his foot. Two other soldiers suffered chest pain. All three are now in safe condition. The incident poses a risk to fragile bilateral ties with Cambodia, which may consequently go from bad to worse. It is worrying that some political groups have jumped to the conclusion that the neighbouring country was responsible, given the proximity to the border. Activists cite the type of landmine, a Russian-made PMN-2 that is known as a cheap and very difficult to detect, to support their claim. However, it's far too soon to be pointing fingers. Phnom Penh immediately distanced itself from the incident. Heng Ratana, chief of the Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC), said, "If the incident was within Thailand's territorial jurisdiction or control, then Thailand would know best about it." Meanwhile, Deputy Defence Minister Nattaphon Narkphanit, who visited the injured soldiers in Ubon Ratchathani province yesterday, dismissed earlier reports which quoted military sources suggesting the mine was newly planted, not a war remnant. The minister asked for more time to investigate and verify. This stance is more than welcome. More importantly, the government must do its best in preventing any elements from politicising the incident, which will likely see the two sides trade blame. A similar landmine incident in 2008 at Phu Makheua, when tensions peaked, followed by open armed conflict, caused losses on both sides. Let's hope those involved learn their lesson from this chapter of history and see peace as the first option. It should be noted that Thailand's demining mission has been a great success. Most of the border areas are now mine-free. Mine-infested areas have been reduced to around 20 square kilometres across the country. It's unfortunate that border disputes with Cambodia pose an obstacle to the mine-free goal. In 2022, the Prayut Chan-o-cha government made a goodwill gesture, proposing that demining activity should be carried out regardless of overlapping borders to ensure safety for those living along the border. While Cambodia agreed in principle, it has barely made any contributions to this proposal that would see it translate into concrete action with positive results. In 2024, Cambodia threw cold water on another proposal that aimed to set up 10 pilot areas for de-mining without concerns regarding the border tensions. It's a missed opportunity for the two countries, which are signatories to the Ottawa Convention prohibiting the use of anti-personnel landmines. Thailand must prove, and present solid evidence, that it adheres strictly to the treaty. Back to Gen Nattaphon's investigation plan, the government must ensure transparency and straightforwardness, and that there is no foul play.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How bad will traffic be for tonight's CMAC concert? Sheriff issues warning
The Ontario County Sheriff's Office is advising drivers to expect heavy traffic on Thursday, June 12, due to the sold-out Megan Moroney concert at Constellation Brands–Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC). Concertgoers are urged to allow extra travel time. Those not attending should anticipate delays, as traffic in the area will be significantly heavier than normal. Parking lots at CMAC will open at 4:30 p.m. Free shuttles will run every 15 minutes between Parkway Plaza and CMAC from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., according to the Sheriff's Office. Doors to the venue open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. General lot parking: CMAC's general parking lot is located off State Route 364 (East Lake Road) and County Road 18 in Canandaigua. Parking in this lot is $10 (cash only) and is first come, first serve. RVs and cars traveling with a trailer must pay for two parking spots. Overnight parking is not allowed in the general lot. Premium lot parking: Tickets for the premium parking lot are $30 and must be purchased in advance through The premium lot is located off Lakeshore Drive. Limo parking: Limos can park in the general lot for $20. Both the general and premium parking lots open up two hours before the doors open for a show. For more information on parking and to stay updated on lot closures, visit — Madison Scott is a journalist with the Democrat and Chronicle who edited our Weld Street Project and also did reporting for it. She has an interest in how the system helps or doesn't help families with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@ This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Megan Moroney concert at CMAC: Expect traffic delays
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Benson Boone's CMAC show sold out, heavy traffic expected
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Benson Boone will be playing to a sold-out crowd tonight in Canandaigua! CMAC announced all tickets for the 'Beautiful Things' singer's show were sold out. The venue and police are working to help concert-goers prepare ahead of time. Not only are tickets sold out, but premium parking at CMAC is sold out as well. General parking is $10, and there will be complimentary shuttles running from Parkway Plaza on Eastern Boulevard to the venue. Whether you are attending Boone's show or not, the Ontario County Sheriff's Office is warning drivers that traffic may be heavy heading towards the venue. All drivers are asked to expect traffic delays and plan ahead. Doors open to the show at 6:30 p.m. and the show kicks off at 8 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
RPO announces summer concert series schedule
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — RPO Outdoors returns this summer with a lineup of community concerts performed by Rochester's own Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. RPO announced the full schedule for the season on Wednesday, highlighting an exclusive 8 free events to be held in popular Rochester areas and 6 ticketed venue events during the entire month of July. 'The RPO plays dozens of free concerts all over the area throughout the year, but there's something special about performing outdoors in the summer. On some nights, our audience can number in the thousands, and they include families with children who are having their first RPO experience, as well as seniors who haven't been to the Eastman Theatre in decades. It's thrilling to make those first connections, and reconnections, with members of our community,' said RPO Assistant Conductor Jherrard Hardeman. Hardeman will conduct several of the concerts during the series. From Lilac to Jazz Fest: When are Rochester's biggest events in 2025? The series begins officially on Wednesday, July 2, at the CMAC for 'Red, White & Boom!', a patriotic celebration of music and a scheduled fireworks show. The season schedule proceeds as follows: Red, White, and Boom at CMAC, Canandaigua at 8 p.m. RPO at Red Wings, Innovative Field at 6:05 p.m. (Free with the purchase of a Red Wings ticket) City of Rochester Park Series: Bob Sneider's Jazz Trio at Barrington Park/Park Avenue at 7 p.m. RPO at SUNY Brockport for the Erie Canal Bicentennial at 7 p.m. RPO at Ontario Beach Park at 7:30 p.m. RPO Under the Stars at Parcel 5 in Downtown Rochester at 8 p.m. RPO at Perinton Center Stage Concert Series at 8 p.m. City of Rochester Park Series: RPO Wind Quintet at Susan B. Anthony Square Park at 6:30 p.m. RPO at Bristol Mountain at 7:30 p.m. (Ticketed) RPO at SUNY Geneseo at 8:30 p.m. (Ticketed) City of Rochester Park Series: RPO String Quartet at Maplewood Rose Garden at 6:30 p.m. RPO at Temple B'rith Kodesh at 7 p.m. (Ticketed) RPO Outdoors at Inlet at 7:30 p.m. (Ticketed) City of Rochester Park Series: RPO Marimba Band at 500 Norton Street Park at 6:30 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Star
13-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Cambodian Mine Action Centre destroys 120 cluster bomblets in Ratanakiri controlled explosion
The Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) destroyed more than 100 cluster munitions in Ratanakiri province on May 12. - Photo: CMAC PHNOM PENH: A total of 120 cluster munitions, remnants from previous wars in the Kingdom, were destroyed in a controlled explosion by experts from the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) in Ratanakiri province's O'Chum district on Monday (May 12). The 'bomblets' were destroyed in a cashew plantation in Kamen Thom village, in Samakki commune. According to CMAC, the cluster munitions were from a CBU-25/A air-dropped bomb, typically containing 132 bomblets. During Monday's operation, 120 of them were determined to remain capable of exploding. CMAC reported that a farmer discovered the munitions buried approximately one metre deep on his farm, and informed the centre immediately. 'Due to the unsafe condition of the bomblets, which could not be safely defused or transported, the only option was to destroy them on-site. This on-site destruction caused some damage to a number of cashew trees, but the plantation owner can now enjoy peace and safety, free from the ongoing threat of these munitions,' said CMAC, in a social media post. The 120 cluster munitions were likely all from a single CBU-25/A bomb, dropped from a US aircraft. - Photo: CMAC The demining unit expressed gratitude to the owner of the cashew plantation for their full cooperation. Between the early 1960s and the mid-1970s, Cambodia was subjected to heavy bombing, with more tonnage dropped by the US than by the allies' combined efforts in World War Two. According to CMAC director-general Heng Ratana, it is estimated that during this period, some three million tonnes of bombs, including approximately 30 million cluster munitions, were dropped on more than 10,000 targets across the Kingdom. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
