Jonathan Fairfield

Pattaya welcomes new top cop Pattaya City today (December 4th) officially welcomed their new Police Chief Colonel Kunlachart Kunlachai. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241960-pattaya-welcomes-new-top-cop/

Pattaya City today (December 4th) officially welcomed their new Police Chief Colonel Kunlachart Kunlachai. Colonel Kunlachart has officially started his work as the Pattaya City Police Chief today, although had visited with some local leaders earlier this week. He paid his respect to the sacred statue in front of the Pattaya City Hall and Police Station before officially starting his work. The Pattaya News gives a warm welcome to our new Police Chief and wishes him good luck in his new role. Pattaya had an acting chief in the role of Pattaya Police Chief for many months and has had a number of police chiefs in the past several years. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2021/12/04/pattaya-welcomes-new-top-cop/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Business operators rejoice after alcohol sales and drinks are allowed in qualified restaurants in Pattaya, what is the next step? Business operators have rejoiced in Pattaya after alcohol sales and drinks were finally allowed in qualified restaurants yesterday, after an 8-month ban/prohibition due to Covid-19 regulations in Chonburi. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241959-business-operators-rejoice-after-alcohol-sales-and-drinks-are-allowed-in-qualified-restaurants-in-pattaya-what-is-the-next-step/

Business operators have rejoiced in Pattaya after alcohol sales and drinks were finally allowed in qualified restaurants yesterday, after an 8-month ban/prohibition due to Covid-19 regulations in Chonburi. The Chonburi Governor released new orders last night through their Public Relations Facebook page yesterday allowing (December 4th) alcohol sales and drinks which are now allowed in the Chonburi ‘Blue Zone’ areas including Pattaya, Koh Larn, Sattahip, and Banglamung. The orders came only a few hours after a rally on Walking Street by a large group of business owners and tourist associations, although it was not immediately clear if the two were directly connected. Business owners had been putting increasing pressure on the government to lift the ban for over a month. Last night many restaurants, cafés, and buffet restaurants reopened or allowed the sales of alcohol in Pattaya. Officially, the order only allows SHA (Safety and Health Administration) Plus venues to sell alcohol, which requires over 70 percent of staff to be vaccinated and going through a certification process, meeting many standards, with the Department of Public Health. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2021/12/04/business-operators-rejoice-after-alcohol-sales-and-drinks-are-allowed-in-qualified-restaurants-in-pattaya-what-is-the-next-step/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Search for stray tiger in Thailand’s Kamphaeng Phet province continues Wildlife officials have been trying, albeit unsuccessfully, to track down a four-year old tiger, named Vichit, which strayed out of its habitat in Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary five days ago. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241958-search-for-stray-tiger-in-thailand’s-kamphaeng-phet-province-continues/

Wildlife officials have been trying, albeit unsuccessfully, to track down a four-year old tiger, named Vichit, which strayed out of its habitat in Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary five days ago. Thawatchai Petburanin, chief of the 12th Conservation Area Administrative Office, said today (Saturday) that he is relieved that the big cat has not been hurt by a car as rumoured, adding that, from the signals emitted from the electronic tag contained in the tiger’s collar, the animal is still wandering around Khao Nam Oon in Pang Silathong district of Kamphaeng Phet, which is adjacent to Mae Wong national park. He admitted that he cannot say how long it will take for Vichit to return to its home ground or to be caught. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/search-for-stray-tiger-in-thailands-kamphaeng-phet-province-continues/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Can Thailand become a digital nomad hub? The coronavirus has accelerated most businesses’ moves online and has caused an evolution in the way entrepreneurs and young generations work globally. Lynn Howard, an entrepreneurial coach and consultant believes that, with great Wi-Fi, infrastructure and all the energy Thailand brings, we could become a real capital for digital nomads, but that needs practical action by the public sector. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241957-can-thailand-become-a-digital-nomad-hub/

The coronavirus has accelerated most businesses’ moves online and has caused an evolution in the way entrepreneurs and young generations work globally. Lynn Howard, an entrepreneurial coach and consultant believes that, with great Wi-Fi, infrastructure and all the energy Thailand brings, we could become a real capital for digital nomads, but that needs practical action by the public sector. -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Security guard murdered in front of a mosque in Thailand’s Yala province A village security guard was shot dead in front of a masjid in Muang district of the southern border province of Yala after attending Friday night prayers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241955-security-guard-murdered-in-front-of-a-mosque-in-thailand’s-yala-province/

A village security guard was shot dead in front of a masjid in Muang district of the southern border province of Yala after attending Friday night prayers. The victim, Sudeng Jehnoh, was approaching his motorcycle, which was parked in front of the Nurus Salam Mosque in Ban Taloh, Lidol sub-district, to head home when two gunmen, who had been lying in wait, opened fire with shotguns. Eight spent shotgun cartridges were collected by police from the scene as evidence. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/security-guard-murdered-in-front-of-a-mosque-in-thailands-yala-province/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

897kgs of crystal methamphetamine bound for Taiwan seized at Bangkok port Thai customs officials seized 897 kilograms of crystal meth at Bangkok port today (Saturday). The drugs were being transported to Taiwan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241954-897kgs-of-crystal-methamphetamine-bound-for-taiwan-seized-at-bangkok-port/

Thai customs officials seized 897 kilograms of crystal meth at Bangkok port today (Saturday). The drugs were being transported to Taiwan. Customs officials attributed the seizure to a tipoff from an informant, who told the authorities that a huge haul of illegal narcotics was to be shipped today. Customs officials found 24 cardboard boxes and had all of them X-rayed, revealing several packs stacked together in each box. Samples of the contents were tested and found to be crystal methamphetamine, or “ice”. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/897kgs-of-crystal-methamphetamine-bound-for-taiwan-seized-at-bangkok-port/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-12-05 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Thailand Live Sunday 5 Dec: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241951-thailand-live-sunday-5-dec-2021/

On dying in Thailand; and going from hero to zero One of the most touching stories of the week came from the north east of Thailand - that lovely part of the kingdom that this Bangkokian has always thoroughly appreciated even if I like to tease the natives as bumpkins. Continue reading: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241896-on-dying-in-thailand-and-going-from-hero-to-zero /

Thai immigration launches new online 90 day reporting system Thailand’s Immigration Bureau has announced the launch of a new online 90 day reporting system. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241749-thai-immigration-launches-new-online-90-day-reporting-system/

Thailand’s Immigration Bureau has announced the launch of a new online 90 day reporting system. The new system, which went live on Dec 2, is available under the Online Services section of the Immigration Bureau’s website, and by selecting TM47, which is the official name of the form used for 90 day reporting. To use the new online 90 day reporting system, foreigners must register here: https://tm47.immigration.go.th/tm47/#/register/add Registration information must be submitted in English. Once verified, a password will be sent to the registered email address (it took around 2 hours for us to receive the password - check your spam folder!) Online 90 day reports can be used up to 15 days in advance of the date the 90 day report is due. Immigration says confirmation of the 90 day report should be returned within 3 days of it being submitted. Foreigners can also use the same system to login and check the status of their application. It should also be noted that the online 90 day reporting system can not be used if a foreigner is completing their first 90 day report, nor can it be used to complete the first 90 day report after receiving a new passport. In both instances, the foreigner needs to submit the 90 day report in person at their local immigration office. After that, they will be able to use the 90 day online system. To coincide with the launch of the new online 90 day reporting system, the Immigration Bureau has also launched a new online appointment booking system, which allows foreigners to book an appointment at their local immigration office. Once selected, the appointment button gives users an option to select the region of the country where their nearest immigration office is located. At the time of writing, Bangkok Immigration (Division 1) was not listed in the online appointment system. It should also be noted the appointment system may not work if using a VPN. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2021-12-03 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Thailand reports 5,854 new COVID-19 cases, 6,354 recoveries, 30 deaths Thailand on Sunday (Nov 28) reported 5,854 new COVID-19 cases, 6,354 recoveries and 30 deaths. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241116-thailand-reports-5854-new-covid-19-cases-6354-recoveries-30-deaths/

Thailand on Sunday (Nov 28) reported 5,854 new COVID-19 cases, 6,354 recoveries and 30 deaths. Sunday's cases bring the total number of COVID-19 cases in Thailand since the start of the pandemic to 2,106,813 and 2,077,950 since April 1, the start of the so-called third wave. Thailand's death toll stands at 20,707 since the start of the pandemic. On Saturday, Thailand announced it was temporarily banning travellers from several African countries following the discovery of the Omnicorn COVID-19 variant. Starting from Dec 1, travel from eight countries -Botswana, Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe will be banned, Disease Control Department chief Dr Opas Karnkawinpong announced. Discover Cigna’s range of health insurance solutions created for expats and local nationals living in Thailand - click to view -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2021-11-28 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Andaman food festival opens in Patong PHUKET: Minister of Tourism and Sports Piphat Ratchakitprakarn was in Phuket last night (Nov 26) to inaugurate the “The Great Escape of the Andaman Sea” food festival, a three day event that showcases some of the finest locally available cuisine. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241109-andaman-food-festival-opens-in-patong/

PHUKET: Minister of Tourism and Sports Piphat Ratchakitprakarn was in Phuket last night (Nov 26) to inaugurate the “The Great Escape of the Andaman Sea” food festival, a three day event that showcases some of the finest locally available cuisine. Piphat was joined by Pichet Panapongs, Deputy Governor of Phuket, to open the Thai taste festival at Patong Beach which aims to promote provincial tourism and help generate income for local businesses and entrepreneurs affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 40 restaurants from Phuket and the surrounding areas of the Andaman province such as Thung Yi Pheng, Khlok and Krabi will be showcasing their dishes for attendees to savour along the Patong beachside walk. There will also be Thai cooking classes available using locally sourced ingredients led by renowned local chefs. Full story: https://www.thephuketnews.com/andaman-food-festival-opens-in-patong-82180.php -- © Copyright Phuket News 2021-11-28 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Fisherman drowns in Thalang canal PHUKET: Police have confirmed that a man reported missing who had earlier been fishing in a canal in Thalang yesterday (Nov 26) has been discovered drowned. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241108-fisherman-drowns-in-thalang-canal/

PHUKET: Police have confirmed that a man reported missing who had earlier been fishing in a canal in Thalang yesterday (Nov 26) has been discovered drowned. The incident occurred at a section of the canal behind the Thepkrasattri Sub-District Municipality Office in Moo 1, Thepkrasattri Subdistrict, yesterday afternoon. Police were alerted to the situation by a group of men who had been fishing nearby and who had attempted to rescue the striken man. Pol Lt. Col. Sin Saichit, deputy police chief at Thalang Police Station, and fellow officers were joined at the scene by workers from the Kuso Dham Phuket Foundation, Muang Mai Branch, where a large group of local villagers had gathered. Full story: https://www.thephuketnews.com/fisherman-drowns-in-thalang-canal-82183.php -- © Copyright Phuket News 2021-11-28 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Two people die, young girl seriously injured after a pickup truck driver collides with a motorbike in the Pattaya area Two people have died while a young girl has sustained serious injuries after a pickup truck driver crashed into a motorbike in Banglamung early this morning (November 27th). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1241107-two-people-die-young-girl-seriously-injured-after-a-pickup-truck-driver-collides-with-a-motorbike-in-the-pattaya-area/

Two people have died while a young girl has sustained serious injuries after a pickup truck driver crashed into a motorbike in Banglamung early this morning (November 27th). Emergency responders were notified of the accident at 1:30 A.M. on Sukhumvit Road near Soi Banglamung 12. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find a damaged pickup truck and motorbike on the road. A man and a woman were found deceased at the scene, having been killed immediately according to rescue workers. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2021/11/27/two-people-die-young-girl-seriously-injured-after-a-pickup-truck-driver-collides-with-a-motorbike-in-the-pattaya-area/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2021-11-28 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Rare dolphin found dead in Chonburi sea A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in the sea in Mueang Chonburi earlier this week. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1241106-rare-dolphin-found-dead-in-chonburi-sea/