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State of emergency in Bangkok: how Thai authorities are responding to the aftermath of the powerful earthquake

Thai Prime Minister declares state of emergency in Bangkok after powerful earthquake

Following the massive earthquake, the Prime Minister of Thailand has declared a state of emergency in Bangkok. This decision is aimed at ensuring the safety of citizens and coordinating disaster relief efforts.

State of emergency in Bangkok: how Thai authorities are responding to the aftermath of the powerful earthquake
Photo: Photo: Ann Wang, Source: REUTERS

As a result of the powerful earthquake that occurred in the region, the Thai authorities decided to declare a state of emergency in the capital Bangkok. The Prime Minister stressed the need to take urgent measures to ensure the safety of residents and visitors of the city, as well as to organize the effective work of rescue services.

The introduction of a state of emergency will allow the authorities to respond more quickly to emerging problems and coordinate the actions of various services. First of all, attention is paid to assessing the damage from the earthquake, providing access to necessary resources and assistance to the victims.

Rescue teams and medical workers have already started working on the ground. They are providing assistance to victims, evacuating from dangerous areas and assessing the condition of infrastructure. Authorities are urging residents to follow instructions and remain vigilant.

The situation is under control, but authorities urge citizens to be cautious and follow official reports. The state of emergency is a measure aimed at ensuring safety and stability in the city amid the disaster.

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Author: Наталья Чудесатова

AI vs. reality: can a virtual partner replace a live one?

Will the era of virtual love be coming? Clinical psychologist Ekaterina Semeshina, warning against excessive fascination with AI companions, asks the question: are they able to fully replace live people in the sphere of interpersonal relations? In an interview with Yuzhny Federal, the expert expressed her fears about the substitution of real interaction with a technological surrogate.

AI vs. reality: can a virtual partner replace a live one?
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Semeshina emphasizes that AI partners, skillfully imitating empathy and support, create the illusion of closeness. However, unlike real relationships, this “connection” is only a reflection of the user's own thoughts and emotions. The lack of true reciprocity, according to the psychologist, deprives people of the opportunity to develop emotional intelligence and build strong interpersonal bonds.

Studies show that communicating with AI can temporarily alleviate loneliness and boost self-esteem. However, Semeshina warns of the risk of forming a dependency on a predictable and failsafe virtual partner. This, in turn, can lead to difficulties in real-life relationships that require compromise, effort, and the ability to deal with conflict. Southern Federal.

The psychologist emphasizes that despite convenience and comfort, AI partners cannot replace key aspects of human communication: touch, non-verbal signals, spontaneous reactions and, most importantly, the experience of overcoming difficulties together. Semeshina urges to use AI as a tool for developing communication skills, but by no means as a substitute for full-fledged human relationships. Otherwise, we risk losing the ability to empathy and intimacy, which will significantly impoverish our lives.

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Author: Наталья Чудесатова

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