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Thai authors poised for breakthrough, Hollywood boost Thai author Pim Wangtechawat holds a copy of her debut novel “The Moon Represents My Heart”//AFP With a spate of critically lauded novels — one of them picked up by Netflix — a new wave of young Thai authors looks poised to break through on the world stage. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312390-thai-authors-poised-for-breakthrough-hollywood-boost/

With a spate of critically lauded novels — one of them picked up by Netflix — a new wave of young Thai authors looks poised to break through on the world stage. Thailand boasts a rich literary tradition, with the 1920s seen as a golden age when writers tackled entrenched social issues, but while modern Thai authors have kept up that legacy, they have struggled to make a splash abroad. That could be about to change. Caption: Thai author Pim Wangtechawat holds a copy of her debut novel “The Moon Represents My Heart”//AFP Full story: Thai PBS 2023-11-23 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

41 Thais Stranded in Laukkaing to Return to Thailand Tomorrow BANGKOK, Nov 15 (TNA) – The first batch of 41 Thai nationals, stranded in the conflict area in Myanmar’s Laukkaing will enter Thailand through the Mae Sai checkpoint in Chiang Rai tomorrow. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312265-41-thais-stranded-in-laukkaing-to-return-to-thailand-tomorrow/

BANGKOK, Nov 15 (TNA) – The first batch of 41 Thai nationals, stranded in the conflict area in Myanmar’s Laukkaing will enter Thailand through the Mae Sai checkpoint in Chiang Rai tomorrow. The Royal Thai Army has been providing assistance to the first group of 41 Thai nationals who were lured to work in Laukkaing, Shan State, Myanmar. Col. Natee Timsen, the commander of the ad-hoc unit of the Pa Muang task force and a member of the Thai-Myanmar Township Border Committee (TBC) met with the chief of the Strategic Command in Tachileik to coordinate the preparations for the return of the Thai nationals. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Birthday celebration turns tragic: Man stabbed by jealous wife in Pattaya Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A birthday celebration turned tragic for a 34 year old Cambodian man when his jealous wife stabbed him in the chest after he glanced at another woman at a bar in Pattaya’s Bang Lamung District. The incident occurred in their rented room today, around 2.30am. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312256-birthday-celebration-turns-tragic-man-stabbed-by-jealous-wife-in-pattaya/

A birthday celebration turned tragic for a 34 year old Cambodian man when his jealous wife stabbed him in the chest after he glanced at another woman at a bar in Pattaya’s Bang Lamung District. The incident occurred in their rented room today, around 2.30am. The police, led by Police Captain Itthikorn Saiyatok of Pattaya City Police Station, received a distress call about a stabbing incident in a nearby room. Along with Thanapong Pohti, the station’s superintendent, local police, and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya rescue workers, they rushed to the scene to investigate the crime. They discovered Vin Da bleeding profusely from a stab wound to his chest, lying on the street outside his room. He had also sustained injuries to his left wrist. The victim was immediately rushed to the hospital. A 20-centimetre kitchen knife, believed to be the weapon used in the attack, was found at the scene and taken as evidence, reported KhaoSod. Inside the room, signs of a struggle were evident with furniture scattered around and a birthday cake for Vin’s girlfriend, Joy, still placed on the bedside table. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Loan sharks heartlessly kill Thai fruit vendor over 400 baht debt near Pattaya Photo: KhaoSod In a shocking event, a 45 year old fruit vendor tragically lost his life after a gang of loan sharks terrorised and shot him right outside a convenience store. The victim’s girlfriend, 41 year old Saengduen revealed the heartbreaking moments leading up to the event, which happened on the evening of November 14. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312255-loan-sharks-heartlessly-kill-thai-fruit-vendor-over-400-baht-debt-near-pattaya/

In a shocking event, a 45 year old fruit vendor tragically lost his life after a gang of loan sharks terrorised and shot him right outside a convenience store. The victim’s girlfriend, 41 year old Saengduen revealed the heartbreaking moments leading up to the event, which happened on the evening of November 14. The storefront of Itthiphol (surname withheld), is located on Sukhumvit Road, right in front of a convenience store entrance on Soi Sukhumvit 109 in the Boonrath 2 Village, Moo 4, Plutaluang District, Chon Buri Province. The loan sharks attacked Itthiphol as he couldn’t afford to pay back 200 baht per day for a 10,000 baht loan. Saengduen explained that due to poor sales, Itthiphol was unable to make the interest payments for about two days, which amounted to 400 baht. She had promised the loan sharks to repay the amount as soon as possible and reassured them that Itthiphol had no intention of fleeing. The attack happened suddenly. A woman from the loan shark gang demanded payment, and a man handed her a gun. The woman shot Itthiphol at close range, and the man even attempted to stab him with a knife. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Burglary at roadside restaurant in Ban Bueng shocks community Photo: KhaoSod An incident of burglary at a roadside restaurant in Ban Bueng, Chon Buri, shocked the community today at 9am. The local police, led by Police Captain Suradet Imjai, swiftly responded to the scene. Their investigation revealed that the suspect, identified as 37 year old Sanchai, also known as Ton, was a familiar face who had been previously helped by the victims. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312254-burglary-at-roadside-restaurant-in-ban-bueng-shocks-community/

An incident of burglary at a roadside restaurant in Ban Bueng, Chon Buri, shocked the community today at 9am. The local police, led by Police Captain Suradet Imjai, swiftly responded to the scene. Their investigation revealed that the suspect, identified as 37 year old Sanchai, also known as Ton, was a familiar face who had been previously helped by the victims. The restaurant owner, a 46 year old woman, and her three year old daughter were the only ones present during the incident. The woman was bathing her child when she noticed a man entering her restaurant, helping himself to drink from the fridge, and placing them into a basket. Recognising danger, the woman managed to stealthily escape from the premises with her daughter and alert the neighbours who then informed the police. The police arrived at the Ban Bueng burglary scene to find Ton, a tall, thin man dressed in shorts and a short-sleeved shirt, sitting nonchalantly on a rock nearby. Upon inspection, two sharp knives were found hidden on his person. The police promptly disarmed him and took him into custody for further questioning at Ban Bueng Police Station. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Unrest brews over forced card stunts at Thai school football match Photo courtesy of Sanook A traditional, unity-building football competition has sparked a social media outcry, with the hashtag #EndForcedCardStunts trending. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312253-unrest-brews-over-forced-card-stunts-at-thai-school-football-match/

A traditional, unity-building football competition has sparked a social media outcry, with the hashtag #EndForcedCardStunts trending. The controversy started during the 30th Jaturamitr Samakee (Unity) Football Match held at the National Stadium in Pathum Wan district between four all-boys schools, namely: Suankularb Wittayalai School, Bangkok Christian College, Assumption College, and Debsirin School, from November 11 to 18. The biennial competition, aimed at fostering unity among the students of the four schools, also features a highlight event known as card stunt which has consistently drawn public attention. Despite the camaraderie and spectacle it presents, the event has been criticised for its harsh conditions, including the requirement for students to endure the heat and sacrifice their personal time. The first call-out came from Debsirin School. On the opening day of the traditional football event (November 11), reporters from various news agencies reported that a group of alumni from Debsirin School and youth activists were demanding the abolishment of forced student participation in card stunts for the event. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of Sanook Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai CIB crackdown reveals 500 million baht online loan scam Picture courtesy of KhaoSod The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has launched the CIB Anti Online Scam, a crackdown operation against a ruthless online loan scheme that has been running through various mobile applications. The operation, which took place at 11am today, led to the arrest of two key suspects and the discovery of more than 500 million baht in circulation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312252-thai-cib-crackdown-reveals-500-million-baht-online-loan-scam/

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has launched the CIB Anti Online Scam, a crackdown operation against a ruthless online loan scheme that has been running through various mobile applications. The operation, which took place at 11am today, led to the arrest of two key suspects and the discovery of more than 500 million baht in circulation. CIB’s operation took place across 23 locations in 10 provinces, including Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Chon Buri, Pathum Thani, Nakhon Ratchasima, Prachinburi, Ayutthaya, Samut Prakan, Chumphon, and Trang. The operation resulted in the arrest of 13 individuals, including two key operatives, 37 year old Yuwathida, and 37 year old Veerayut, stated CIB officials. “These suspects were clandestinely offering loans or lending money outside the system through various online applications.” Those interested in borrowing money were required to register and activate the loan applications, which allowed the suspects to access personal data on the borrowers’ mobile phones. After completing the registration process, borrowers only received 55% of the total loan amount but were required to repay the full amount within six days. This equates to an interest rate of 7.5% per day, 225% per month, or 2,737.5% per year. Some borrowers even found unexpected amounts transferred to their accounts, which they were then forced to repay with additional interest, reported KhaoSod. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Tourists flock to Doi Mae U-Kor for stunning blooming Mexican sunflowers Photo courtesy of KhaoSod The Doi Mae U-Kor mountain is currently attracting a throng of tourists eager to admire the sprawling fields of blooming Mexican sunflowers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312251-tourists-flock-to-doi-mae-u-kor-for-stunning-blooming-mexican-sunflowers/

The Doi Mae U-Kor mountain is currently attracting a throng of tourists eager to admire the sprawling fields of blooming Mexican sunflowers. These golden blooms, stretching across 500 acres of hillside, have become a significant draw for visitors, both Thai and international. It is expected that the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will receive no less than 100,000 visitors this winter, eager to experience this natural spectacle. Thara Chom-Samrong-Lert, the head of Mae U-Kor Subdistrict Administrative Organization in Khun Yuam District, Mae Hong Son Province, revealed that the Mexican sunflowers on Doi Mae U-Kor in Mae U-Kor Subdistrict, Khun Yuam District, Mae Hong Son Province are now in full bloom, covering more than 500 acres of hillside at an altitude exceeding 1,600 metres. Every day, approximately 300 to 400 tourists are making the journey to appreciate this natural wonder. Visitors can choose either day-trips or overnight stays at the Sunflower Fields National Park. This area is recognised as the largest and most beautiful wild flower field in Thailand, handpicked as a must-visit destination by the TAT. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Teen accuses spiritual medium of sexually abusing her and a friend Photo via Daily News A 17 year old Thai girl accused a spiritual medium in the Isaan province of Buriram of raping her and sexually harassing her friend while performing rituals to wash away bad luck and evil spirits. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312248-teen-accuses-spiritual-medium-of-sexually-abusing-her-and-a-friend/

A 17 year old Thai girl accused a spiritual medium in the Isaan province of Buriram of raping her and sexually harassing her friend while performing rituals to wash away bad luck and evil spirits. The teenager, 17 year old Bee, revealed to the public that she and another friend were victims of sexual abuse by a 60 year old spiritual medium, Chatpong Jomkarnnon, also known as Ar Kong. The rape victim’s mother, 36 year old Gai, did not believe her story because she respected Chatpong and believed in his supernatural powers. Thai netizens criticised Gai for being superstitious and pressured her to file a complaint against Chatpong. Due to the pressure, Gai, yesterday, November 14, took her daughter to the Mueang Buriram Police Station, even though she still did not believe her daughter. Gai explained that she respected Chatpong and often visited his compound to attend various ceremonies. She took her daughter there and the spiritual medium told her that her daughter was about to experience an unfortunate event. Gai said Chatpong recommended that her daughter take part in the ceremonies to ward off evil spirits and bad luck and she allowed her daughter to do so. The ceremonies were performed in a pickup truck and she was not with her daughter. Gai revealed that her daughter told her that she had been raped three times in the pickup during the ceremonies. She did not believe her words because Chatpong was not that kind of person. She wanted to see the results of the medical examination. The results later backed her daughter’s claim, showing traces of rape. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Daily News Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Homemade bomb found near Nakhon Ratchasima school Photo: KhaoSod A suspicious object resembling a homemade bomb was discovered today in front of a school in the Nakhon Ratchasima province. Authorities quickly intervened to inspect and safely dispose of the object, suspecting it was created by teenagers planning to use it during the Phimai Festival. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312247-homemade-bomb-found-near-nakhon-ratchasima-school/

A suspicious object resembling a homemade bomb was discovered today in front of a school in the Nakhon Ratchasima province. Authorities quickly intervened to inspect and safely dispose of the object, suspecting it was created by teenagers planning to use it during the Phimai Festival. The police station in Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima, received a notification from a member of the public about a suspicious object under a tree in front of the Special Education Centre, Education Area 11, Nakhon Ratchasima. The police unit 191 of Phimai Police Station was immediately dispatched to the scene. The object, a round device wrapped with black electrical tape, was found under a tree. Upon inspection, the police discovered that the device contained a mixture of cement, stones, gravel, and concrete debris, indicating it was intended to be a bomb, however, it was no longer functional. Police officials speculate that the object was created by teenagers for potential use during the Phimai Festival. Multiple checkpoints were established by the police as a preventive measure against potential disruptions at the festival. Upon encountering these checkpoints, the teenage group likely hid the device to avoid detection. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

3-Month-Old Infant Bitten by Macaques, Still on Ventilator PHANG-NGA, Nov 15 (TNA) – The surgery went well for a 3-month-old infant who was bitten by a crab-eating macaques, but the child still requires a ventilator. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312246-3-month-old-infant-bitten-by-macaques-still-on-ventilator/

PHANG-NGA, Nov 15 (TNA) – The surgery went well for a 3-month-old infant who was bitten by a crab-eating macaques, but the child still requires a ventilator. The medical team acknowledges this as the first case where a child as young as 3 months old has been bitten by macaques to the extent of fracturing the skull and puncturing the brain tissue. The incident involved a 3-month-old boy living on Maipai Island in Muang District, Phang Nga. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

There’s been a misunderstanding – PM denies ‘Chinese police’ proposal PHOTO: Facebook/เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin The Thai PM has hit back at suggestions that Chinese police officers could soon be patrolling the streets of Thailand. Srettha Thavisin was responding to a statement from Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, when he explained away what he described as a miscommunication. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312245-there’s-been-a-misunderstanding-–-pm-denies-‘chinese-police’-proposal/

The Thai PM has hit back at suggestions that Chinese police officers could soon be patrolling the streets of Thailand. Srettha Thavisin was responding to a statement from Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, when he explained away what he described as a miscommunication. Thapanee had previously implied that having Chinese police on patrol in the kingdom would be one possible option to boost confidence among Chinese tourists. “The cooperation will focus on certain periods in some locations which draw a lot of Chinese visitors.” By Peter Roche Caption: PHOTO: Facebook/เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin Full story: Phuket GO 2023-11-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Malaysians top the list of over 23 million foreign visitors to Thailand Flickr/Rui The government says the number of international visitors to Thailand this year stands at over 23 million. Total tourism revenue is over 980 billion baht and arrivals from Malaysia topped the list. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312244-malaysians-top-the-list-of-over-23-million-foreign-visitors-to-thailand/