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EC probe sought into deputy speaker’s ouster from Move Forward party File photo : Padipta Santiphada A former Bhumjaithai MP has asked the Election Commission (EC) to look into what he called the “questionable expulsion” of Padipat Suntiphada from the Move Forward party. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311696-ec-probe-sought-into-deputy-speaker’s-ouster-from-move-forward-party/

A former Bhumjaithai MP has asked the Election Commission (EC) to look into what he called the “questionable expulsion” of Padipat Suntiphada from the Move Forward party. Supachai Jaismut revealed that he is ultimately seeking the dissolution of the party.He said he wonders whether the party’s expulsion of Padipat, currently first deputy House speaker, was done in full accordance with the party’s regulations. “The statement of the Move Forward only mentioned that Padipat must leave the party, giving no details of any serious breaches of disciplinaries (to justify the expulsion),” Supachai said. The statement gave no details of the party’s investigative procedures or evidence gathered that led to the decision to expel him. Caption: File photo : Padipta Santiphada Full story: Thai PBS 2023-11-09 - 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

Pattaya Lifeguards Hold Maritime Emergency Drill to Build Public Trust Pattaya rescue workers and lifeguards on Wednesday held a rescue drill simulating drowning incidents on Jomtien Beach. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311621-pattaya-lifeguards-hold-maritime-emergency-drill-to-build-public-trust/

Pattaya rescue workers and lifeguards on Wednesday held a rescue drill simulating drowning incidents on Jomtien Beach. The November 8th practice was observed by Pattaya officials led by Mr. Kritsana Boonsawat, Deputy Mayor, and Mr. Charoen Thiammuang, Head of the Maritime Safety Control Center of Pattaya City. The drill involved a simulation of swimmers drowning in Pattaya Bay, an assessment of how fast the lifeguards could rescue the victims from the water to safety, and practice for CPR performance. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-08 - 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

Water supply timeout: Phuket residents set for thirst quenching pause Photo courtesy of The Phuket Express Residents in Phuket’s Bang Jo area are bracing themselves for a disruption in their water supply. The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) of Phuket declared a temporary halt in the water supply from the evening of November 9 to the early hours of November 10. The shut-off is a result of repair work that needs to be carried out in the area’s water production station. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311612-water-supply-timeout-phuket-residents-set-for-thirst-quenching-pause/

Residents in Phuket’s Bang Jo area are bracing themselves for a disruption in their water supply. The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) of Phuket declared a temporary halt in the water supply from the evening of November 9 to the early hours of November 10. The shut-off is a result of repair work that needs to be carried out in the area’s water production station. The PWA has identified a 300-millimetre T Strainer at the Baan Bang Jo water production station in Sri Sunthon that requires mending. This technical issue has necessitated the interruption in water supply, which will primarily affect the Bang Jo region in Sri Sunthon. However, the impact of this water shut-off will not be limited to the immediate vicinity of Sri Sunthon. Areas farther afield including Ratsada, Koh Kaew, Kamala, Pa Khlok, Cherng Talay, Thep Kasattri, Sakhu, and Mai Khao have also been highlighted as potentially affected regions in the PWA’s announcement. The consequences of this disruption will vary from place to place. While some residents might experience a mere drop in water pressure, others may face a complete cut-off in their water supply. The PWA has warned the locals about this possibility. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of The Phuket Express Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-08 - 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

Saraburi soldier arrested for kidnap, sexual assault of 12 year old girl Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A 21 year old Saraburi soldier was apprehended by the authorities yesterday for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 12 year old schoolgirl. Chaiyarat (surname withheld) first came into contact with the victim via Facebook before luring her to a friend’s house where the attack took place. The incident, which occurred earlier this year, was brought to the attention of the authorities by the victim’s mother. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311611-saraburi-soldier-arrested-for-kidnap-sexual-assault-of-12-year-old-girl/

A 21 year old Saraburi soldier was apprehended by the authorities yesterday for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 12 year old schoolgirl. Chaiyarat (surname withheld) first came into contact with the victim via Facebook before luring her to a friend’s house where the attack took place. The incident, which occurred earlier this year, was brought to the attention of the authorities by the victim’s mother. Chaiyarat, who was serving in one of the army camps in Saraburi province, had fled his post. He was eventually tracked down and arrested at a worker’s accommodation in Sao Hai district, Saraburi. The military command conducted the operation that led to his arrest. The warrant for his arrest was issued by the Military Court Region 23 on April 24, after evidence from witnesses had been gathered. The incident came to light in January when the mother of the young girl, referred to as A, reported her daughter missing. She was supposed to pick up the 12 year old from school on January 27, but the girl was nowhere to be found. After failed attempts to contact her daughter, the mother learnt from A’s friends that she had left with the Saraburi soldier. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-08 - 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

Banglamung Motorbike Thief Pretends to Be Mentally Ill When Arrested A Thai man, suspected of being a motorbike thief, pretended to act mentally ill when he was arrested with the stolen vehicle by Banglamung police. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311610-banglamung-motorbike-thief-pretends-to-be-mentally-ill-when-arrested/

A Thai man, suspected of being a motorbike thief, pretended to act mentally ill when he was arrested with the stolen vehicle by Banglamung police. The arrest of 28-year-old Sittichai Chansa unfolded on November 6th in response to a complaint filed to Banglamung police by an unidentified victim on November 2nd. The victim informed the police that their red/white Honda Wave 125i motorbike was stolen from the B village in the Thung Krad area of Banglamung sub-district, Banglamung district, Chonburi province. According to the Banglamung police, they began searching for Mr. Sittichai via CCTV footage and subsequently found that he had committed another crime at two gas stations in Sri Racha where he abruptly fled on a motorbike without paying after filling up three 30-liter gallon containers with gas worth 2,678.90 baht. The suspect was also found to have used the victim’s stolen motorbike to commit these acts. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-08 - 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

Pattaya Man Killed in Horrific Motorbike Collision A 29-year-old Thai man was killed when his motorbike collided with a sedan on Phonprapanimit Road 26 in Pattaya late on Tuesday night, November 7th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311608-pattaya-man-killed-in-horrific-motorbike-collision/

A 29-year-old Thai man was killed when his motorbike collided with a sedan on Phonprapanimit Road 26 in Pattaya late on Tuesday night, November 7th. Nongprue police received a report of the fatal accident at 10 PM and rushed to the scene in Chonburi province’s Banglamung district, along with Sawang Boriboon rescue workers. At the scene, authorities found 29-year-old Suriyan Chulnak deceased on the road with severe neck injuries. He was found beneath his Honda Wave 125 motorbike, which had crashed into the middle of a Toyota Altis sedan, driven by 27-year-old Phuchit Suwanchairob. The collision’s impact badly dented the sedan’s door. Mr. Phuchit did not provide a statement to the press. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-08 - 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

Family of Three Killed in Chonburi Car Accident PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya A car collision in Chonburi province on Tuesday night resulted in the tragic loss of a three-member family, including a 5-year-old girl. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311607-family-of-three-killed-in-chonburi-car-accident/

A car collision in Chonburi province on Tuesday night resulted in the tragic loss of a three-member family, including a 5-year-old girl. The accident occurred on November 7th on the Bo Thong – Khlong Ta Phet Road in the Bo Thong sub-district, Bo Thong district, Chonburi province. Chonburi police and emergency responders rushed to the scene to find a pickup truck, registered in Samut Prakan province, having crashed into a Honda Wave 125 motorbike with three occupants. Three victims, including 35-year-old Mr. Morn, 33-year-old Mrs. Chauwen, and a 5-year-old girl, were found sprawled on the road. Mr. Morn had succumbed to severe arm and head injuries. Mrs. Chauwen and the girl, whose name was withheld due to her age, were later pronounced dead during their transit to Bo Thong Hospital. According to police, all three deceased victims were from Thailand’s neighboring country and were a family. By Tanakorn Panyadee Caption: PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-08 - 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

Tuk-Tuk Driver Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting British and Indian Tourists On November 7th, 2023, Lumpini police officers captured a tuk-tuk driver who allegedly hit British and Indian tourists with a steel wrench in Pathumwan, Bangkok, on November 5th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311606-tuk-tuk-driver-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-british-and-indian-tourists/

On November 7th, 2023, Lumpini police officers captured a tuk-tuk driver who allegedly hit British and Indian tourists with a steel wrench in Pathumwan, Bangkok, on November 5th. According to the report from Lumpini police, an investigation on local CCTV found the alleged suspect and a tuk-tuk’s license plate. The alleged suspect was later identified as Mr. Atthaphon Phiw-on, 32. Atthaphon reportedly confessed his wrongdoings that he committed physical assault by hitting both foreign tourists in the head with a steel wrench because they could not agree on a fare and there was a language barrier. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-08 - 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

Bangkok to Brace for Hazardous Dust from Nov 9 to 12 BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – Bangkok residents have been alerted to prepare for PM 2.5 pollution from Nov 9 to 12. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311605-bangkok-to-brace-for-hazardous-dust-from-nov-9-to-12/

BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – Bangkok residents have been alerted to prepare for PM 2.5 pollution from Nov 9 to 12. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Spokesperson Ekwaranyu Amrapan said that the Department of Pollution Control has predicted that there will be a high concentration of fine dust marked in orange with adverse effects on health from tomorrow to Sunday. However, there is still a chance of rain which may help reduce the level of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-11-08 - 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

4 Ex-Cops Get 5-Year Prison Terms for Extorting Taiwanese Celebrity BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – A court has sentenced four former Huaykwang police officers to five years in prison each for their involvement in a scheme to extort money from a Taiwanese celebrity and her friends, claiming they possessed e-cigarettes. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311604-4-ex-cops-get-5-year-prison-terms-for-extorting-taiwanese-celebrity/

BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – A court has sentenced four former Huaykwang police officers to five years in prison each for their involvement in a scheme to extort money from a Taiwanese celebrity and her friends, claiming they possessed e-cigarettes. Today, the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases handed down its verdict in the criminal case, involving six police officers. This high-profile case dates back to early this year when former Huaykwang police officers set up a checkpoint to demand money from a Taiwanese female celebrity who was traveling with friends from Singapore. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-11-08 - 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

PM to Showcase Two Months of Govt Achievements BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been scheduled to appear in a special broadcast titled "Chance of Possibility: From Policy to Actual Implementation in 60 Days Under the Government of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin" on November 9. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311603-pm-to-showcase-two-months-of-govt-achievements/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been scheduled to appear in a special broadcast titled "Chance of Possibility: From Policy to Actual Implementation in 60 Days Under the Government of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin" on November 9. According to Government Spokesperson Chai Wacharonke, the program will air at 7:00 PM on NBT2HD, and NBT11, as well as online platforms including Facebook and YouTube, and on Srettha’s Facebook page. During the broadcast, the Premier is expected to discuss the accomplishments of his administration and the impacts of their efforts on the citizens, marking the 60-day milestone of a government that prides itself on being "of the people, for the people." With a focus on swift and strategic wins, Srettha is also expected to highlight the government’s core objectives of reducing expenses, increasing income, and expanding opportunities for the Thai people. The emphasis will be on stimulating significant economic growth, reducing social inequalities, and elevating the standard of living for the nation’s populace. By Krajangwit Johjit Full story: NNT 2023-11-08 - 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

Banking Association Confirms Security and Stability of Bank Apps BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Bankers’ Association has assured that banking applications are secure and stable, emphasizing the necessity of facial scanning for transactions exceeding 50,000 baht each time. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311602-banking-association-confirms-security-and-stability-of-bank-apps/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Bankers’ Association has assured that banking applications are secure and stable, emphasizing the necessity of facial scanning for transactions exceeding 50,000 baht each time. The announcement was made following reports of a police arrest involving a programmer selling software designed to transfer funds and bypass facial recognition in banking apps for transactions over 50,000 baht. The Thai Bankers’ Association has acknowledged the issue and inspected the banking sector’s systems. The association clarified that such software cannot be used on regular customer accounts as it requires complete access to personal data. The information includes bank account numbers, national ID numbers, mobile phone SIMs, and devices used for mobile banking. Not to mention that, in order to gain access to a personal banking account, the system also requires all identity verification information like PINs or personal identification numbers, One-Time Passwords (OTP), and facial scans. In the incident that was reported, the fraudsters facilitated money transfers from so-called "mule accounts" with the consent of the account holders, thus gaining access to all their personal information and carrying out transactions. The Association asserts that transfers of funds of more than 50,000 baht per transaction and more than 200,000 baht per day still require facial recognition verification, adhering to the standards set by the Bank of Thailand. The case in question involved fraudsters attempting to circumvent the facial scan requirement. The association reiterated that the mobile banking systems of all banks are secure and stable, with commercial banks placing a high priority on user security by continuously investing in and enhancing security measures. Nonetheless, the Thai Bankers’ Association and its member banks said they were aware of the increasingly complex and varied financial threats, prioritizing the security of financial transactions and the protection of customers’ personal data. They cooperate closely with relevant agencies to establish more effective financial risk prevention and management guidelines. By Krajangwit Johjit Full story: NNT 2023-11-08 - 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

Three-Year Plan Established in Compliance with Government Health Policies BANGKOK (NNT) - A recent meeting of the Health Systems Research Institute (HSRI)’s committee outlined a three-year organizational advancement plan. It is designed to enhance the efficiency of the public health system and better address emergency situations. The plan emphasizes the universal healthcare policy’s elevation to further extend services, especially to vulnerable groups, ensuring equity for all. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311601-three-year-plan-established-in-compliance-with-government-health-policies/