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A tragic motorbike collision in Chiang Mai saw a young man lose his life after crashing into a tree at high speed. The incident, which took place in the early hours of today was attended by local police and emergency services who confirmed the fatality at the scene. Local law enforcement from the Chiang Mai Municipality Police Station reported that an emergency call was received, detailing a motorbike collision with a tree outside a local noodle shop on the Outbound Canal Road (Mae Hia Kaset Curve), in the Mae Hia subdistrict of Chiang Mai. Emergency services from the Chiang Mai Municipality, Ping Khon Kaen, and Mae Hia Municipality were dispatched to the scene immediately. Upon arrival, they discovered the deceased, a man named Jai, a 30 year old Thai worker. His body was found in a grim state with severe head injuries and blood at the scene. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Peeping Tom photographer’s shocking shower scandal in Chiang Mai Photo: Stefzn/Unsplash A Peeping Tom photographer in Chiang Mai has been sternly warned by a model after he secretly recorded her showering in the bathroom. This shocking event occurred yesterday, around 11pm. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311402-peeping-tom-photographer’s-shocking-shower-scandal-in-chiang-mai/

A Peeping Tom photographer in Chiang Mai has been sternly warned by a model after he secretly recorded her showering in the bathroom. This shocking event occurred yesterday, around 11pm. The revelation was made by the model, 24 year old Bee from Lampoon, via her social media page. The post, which warned about the photographer who had hired her for a stay review, has garnered significant attention. Bee got to know the Chiang Mai photographer, known as P, with 38,000 followers on Instagram, during their student days at the same institute in Chiang Mai city. She was hired for 2,000 baht to review a stay in Chiang Dao district, Chiang Mai, on August 6. The trip to the location involved three people, P, Bee, and one of her female friends. After the review shoot and lodging at the stay, Bee noticed someone filming her with a mobile phone while she was showering. It was later confirmed that it was P who was secretly filming her. Initially, she chose to remain silent. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: Stefzn/Unsplash Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Phuket’s Tourist Police gathering gears up for high season Photo: PR Phuket A remarkable gathering took place yesterday in the bustling epicentre of Phuket Town. The assembly, spearheaded by Tourist Police Commissioner Major General Saksira Phueakam, was a formidable display of dedication towards ensuring the safety of tourists during the impending high season of tourism. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311401-phuket’s-tourist-police-gathering-gears-up-for-high-season/

A remarkable gathering took place yesterday in the bustling epicentre of Phuket Town. The assembly, spearheaded by Tourist Police Commissioner Major General Saksira Phueakam, was a formidable display of dedication towards ensuring the safety of tourists during the impending high season of tourism. The meet-up took place just ahead of the grand opening of the inaugural Chartered Walking Street market on Phang Nga Road. Among those present were Tourist Police officers who diligently patrol on pushbikes, along with Tourist Police Volunteers and staff from the Tourist Assistance Center. These individuals are known for their relentless efforts in assisting tourists across a broad spectrum of issues. Commissioner Major General Saksira stated that the assembly was held to underscore the readiness of the Tourist Police to ensure the safety of tourists across Phuket Island, whether it be in urban locales or at various tourist attractions. He reiterated their commitment to making Phuket a safe city for tourists, especially with the entertainment venues set to remain open until 4am. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo: PR Phuket Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Motorcycle rider’s skull meets water pump pipe in Kanchanaburi Province Photo: KhaoSod A 20 year old man suffered a fractured skull after colliding with a water pump pipe in the middle of the road while riding his motorcycle in the early morning hours. The water pump accident took place yesterday. It was revealed that the water pump pipe was installed by the Wang Sala Subdistrict Municipality, in west Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311399-motorcycle-rider’s-skull-meets-water-pump-pipe-in-kanchanaburi-province/

A 20 year old man suffered a fractured skull after colliding with a water pump pipe in the middle of the road while riding his motorcycle in the early morning hours. The water pump accident took place yesterday. It was revealed that the water pump pipe was installed by the Wang Sala Subdistrict Municipality, in west Thailand. On the following day, at the Wang Sala Subdistrict Municipality Office in Tha Mueang District, Kanchanaburi Province, Wisut Wonpian, the mayor of Wang Sala Subdistrict, disclosed that the water pump was indeed municipal property. It was installed in response to residents’ complaints about flooding in their homes. The municipality used the water pump to drain water from the affected homes into a public canal. After the drainage operation was completed in the evening, the officials responsible for the water pump removed the warning sign but did not relocate the pump because it was a public holiday, and the pump was large enough to require a truck for its removal. As a result, the pump remained at the accident spot, leading to the unfortunate accident involving a non-resident, named Phuthanet, who was passing through the area on his motorcycle. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Drug bust in Khon Kaen nets over 2.54 million meth pills Photo: KhaoSod A significant drug bust took place in the early hours of yesterday when Thai police intercepted a vehicle carrying approximately 2.54 million methamphetamine pills. The operation, led by the Thai Highway Police in Khon Kaen, resulted in the arrest of 31 year old man called Thanatchai, who was found to be the sole occupant of the vehicle. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311398-drug-bust-in-khon-kaen-nets-over-254-million-meth-pills/

A significant drug bust took place in the early hours of yesterday when Thai police intercepted a vehicle carrying approximately 2.54 million methamphetamine pills. The operation, led by the Thai Highway Police in Khon Kaen, resulted in the arrest of 31 year old man called Thanatchai, who was found to be the sole occupant of the vehicle. The arrest occurred on Highway 224 between kilometre markers 26 and 27 in Munchakhiri district, Khon Kaen. The police received a tip-off regarding a suspected drug trafficking operation involving a Laotian network planning to distribute drugs to Bangkok and central provinces. The police, under the command of Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Puridet, proceeded to investigate. They discovered that Thanatchai had been hired to transport the drugs for a fee of 50,000 baht, paid in cash. The drugs were picked up from the roadside in Bung Khla, Bueng Kan, and were intended for delivery in Saraburi province. The suspect’s vehicle, a Toyota Vios, was spotted at a traffic light, queued behind a police vehicle. It was then followed by the police who eventually pulled over the vehicle for inspection. Inside, they found a large quantity of meth pills. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Fatal stabbing during ceremony in Thai village leaves newlywed man dead Photo: KhaoSod A tragic fatal stabbing unfolded recently, resulting in the death of a newlywed man, stabbed by a former computer teacher during a traditional ceremony. The police have now issued a warrant for the assailant’s arrest and identified his escape route. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311397-fatal-stabbing-during-ceremony-in-thai-village-leaves-newlywed-man-dead/

A tragic fatal stabbing unfolded recently, resulting in the death of a newlywed man, stabbed by a former computer teacher during a traditional ceremony. The police have now issued a warrant for the assailant’s arrest and identified his escape route. The 44 year old man, Ratchaphon used a knife to attack 25 year old Danuporn in the chest, causing a lethal wound near his heart. The unfortunate fatal stabbing took place during a bone blessing ceremony in a village in Lam Plai Mat, Buriram Province, where Danuporn had recently moved after his wedding just five months prior. Ratchaphon then fled the scene in a Mazda pickup truck, license plate number BM9512 Buriram. Danuporn’s family performed a spirit-calling ceremony at the scene of the incident according to local customs. The atmosphere was filled with grief, especially for 54 year old Sai Thong, the mother of the deceased. She requested through the media that the police do not need to bring the killer to her if they apprehend him, fearing a violent reaction from her family who are still unable to accept Ratchaphon’s actions. Danuporn’s widow, 21 year old Tawan, is still unable to come to terms with the reality of her husband’s sudden demise. She spent the entire night crying, especially because her husband was new to the village and was unfamiliar with everyone, including Ratchaphon. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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 actor plans to sue Bangkok barber for cutting off part of his ear Photo via TikTok/ @o.atx A Thai actor is planning to sue a barber at a shop located in the Thong Lor neighbourhood of Bangkok for cutting off part of his right ear. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311396-thai-actor-plans-to-sue-bangkok-barber-for-cutting-off-part-of-his-ear/

A Thai actor is planning to sue a barber at a shop located in the Thong Lor neighbourhood of Bangkok for cutting off part of his right ear. The actor, 26 year old Natthapong “Oatmeal” Kanthathan, reported details of the incident on his TikTok account, @o.atx, yesterday, November 5. Oatmeal revealed that he is an actor with Mflow Entertainment and every performer in the company has to get their hair cut at the shop because the shop is owned by one of the company’s promoters. Oatmeal went on to explain that he went to the shop with some colleagues on September 28 and the barber lobbed off part of his right ear. He was rushed to hospital and received seven stitches. Oatmeal said the barber paid the 15,375 baht cost of the treatment but offered no compensation. The actor says he has lost a lot of income and career opportunities as a result of the wound. According to the actor, the barber gave him 1,500 baht for health insurance and refused to provide any further compensation for his losses. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via TikTok/ @o.atx Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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 minibus driver allegedly drugs and rapes 13 year old girl in Bangkok Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวเวิร์คพอยท์ 23 The family of a teenage girl called on the police to advance their investigation and arrest a minibus driver who allegedly drugged and raped the 13 year old. Channel 3 visited the victim’s house in the Waeng Noi district in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen yesterday, November 5, to interview the teenager’s family about the incident. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311395-thai-minibus-driver-allegedly-drugs-and-rapes-13-year-old-girl-in-bangkok/

The family of a teenage girl called on the police to advance their investigation and arrest a minibus driver who allegedly drugged and raped the 13 year old. Channel 3 visited the victim’s house in the Waeng Noi district in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen yesterday, November 5, to interview the teenager’s family about the incident. The victim’s 40 year old father, named A, said that he wanted his daughter to come and stay with him and his wife in Bangkok during the school holiday and booked a minibus for her to travel to the capital on Sunday, October 1. A explained that the minibus was supposed to arrive at their home in the early hours of October 2. However, when his daughter did not arrive as expected, he tried to call her but she did not answer the phone. A thought his daughter must have fallen asleep in the car and called the minibus driver instead. The driver claimed that there was traffic and roadworks on the way and that was the reason for being late. His daughter arrived later at lunchtime. A noticed that she appeared unusually quiet, attributing it to exhaustion from the journey, so he allowed her to rest. A explained that when he had contacted the same driver to take his daughter back to Khon Kaen, the girl was crying and panicking when she met the driver. She still hugged her mother and refused to leave. A said he was not suspicious at the time because he thought the daughter just wanted to stay with him longer. On the return to Khon Kaen, his 16 year old son, the victim’s brother, went with her. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวเวิร์คพอยท์ 23 Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Mysterious death of woman in Bangkok triggers police investigation Photo: Istock A 49 year old woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Bang Pakong district, Chachoengsao, early today. The body was discovered on Thepparat Road’s Bangkok-bound side, beneath the elevated Burapha Withi expressway and opposite the Talad Lao fresh market, with the local police receiving the report around 2.30am. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311394-mysterious-death-of-woman-in-bangkok-triggers-police-investigation/

A 49 year old woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Bang Pakong district, Chachoengsao, early today. The body was discovered on Thepparat Road’s Bangkok-bound side, beneath the elevated Burapha Withi expressway and opposite the Talad Lao fresh market, with the local police receiving the report around 2.30am. The woman, a resident of Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district, showed no indications of a physical attack. However, she had a broken leg and exhibited bleeding from her ears, mouth, and nose. The details of her death remain unclear, with an autopsy report from the Police General Hospital anticipated to shed light on the cause. Adding to the mystery, a silver MG car was located on the expressway directly above the spot where the woman’s body was found. The vehicle’s hazard lights were on, the sunroof was open, and distinct marks, seemingly from the car, were present on the expressway guardrail, although the car’s doors were closed. This perplexing scene has led the police to commence a thorough investigation into the incident. The authorities are piecing together the sequence of events leading to the woman’s death, with the car’s presence forming a crucial part of the mysterious death investigation. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo: Istock Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Thailand shifts gears: Revving up both ICE and BEV vehicle production Photo: Freepik The government of Thailand is pushing for a dual-track approach to vehicle manufacturing, fostering the production of both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stated his desire for Thailand to be a significant centre of ICE production, even as the nation aims to become a hub for BEV manufacturing. He is due to clarify this dual support for ICE and BEV production with Japanese authorities in December. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311393-thailand-shifts-gears-revving-up-both-ice-and-bev-vehicle-production/

The government of Thailand is pushing for a dual-track approach to vehicle manufacturing, fostering the production of both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stated his desire for Thailand to be a significant centre of ICE production, even as the nation aims to become a hub for BEV manufacturing. He is due to clarify this dual support for ICE and BEV production with Japanese authorities in December. The government’s support of ICE vehicles is rational due to the time required for a global shift towards electric vehicles. Thailand is a major hub for pickup production, many of which are exported to developing countries. However, these need to be ICE vehicles due to the limited battery technology for electric pickups. The government is also planning to support vehicles with low emissions, in line with Euro 6 standards, and those using safe driving technology. The country aims to reduce carbon emissions, with a new automobile excise tax structure set to be introduced in 2026. However, the transition to electric or other clean energy vehicles is estimated to take around 30 years, with demand for ICE cars and auto parts expected to continue during this period. This allows the automotive component industry in the country to maintain business opportunities in the global market and sustain income from exports. By Alex Morgan Caption: Photo: Freepik Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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

Inflation rate in Thailand dips for first time in over two years Photo: glassmanwealth.com The Commerce Ministry of Thailand announced today that the country’s inflation rate has dipped for the first time in 25 months, primarily due to a drop in energy and food prices. This development is attributed to the government’s support measures. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311392-inflation-rate-in-thailand-dips-for-first-time-in-over-two-years/

The Commerce Ministry of Thailand announced today that the country’s inflation rate has dipped for the first time in 25 months, primarily due to a drop in energy and food prices. This development is attributed to the government’s support measures. The consumer price index (CPI) noted a 0.31% reduction in October, compared to the same period last year. This contrasted with a 0.3% year-on-year increase in the previous month. The data matched the forecasted 0.0% for October, as predicted in a Reuters poll. Meanwhile, the core CPI for October escalated by 0.66% from the same period last year. Interestingly, the headline inflation remained below the central bank’s target range of 1% to 3% for six months in succession. The first ten months of the year saw the headline CPI rise by an average of 1.60% from the same period a year earlier, while the core CPI increased by 1.41%. Despite these numbers, the ministry maintains its projection for the headline inflation ranging between 1.0% and 1.7% for this year. In an unforeseen move in September, the Bank of Thailand’s monetary policy committee escalated the key interest rate by a quarter point to 2.50%, marking the highest in the past decade. The committee justified this hike stating that they expect growth and inflation rate to surge in the coming year. By Alex Morgan Caption: Photo: glassmanwealth.com Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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 HIV patient admits having one-night stands with many men Photo by Mathias Huysmans via Unsplash A Thai woman has taken to social media to confess that she is HIV-positive and engaged in a number of one-night stands with men she met in entertainment venues over the past seven months. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311391-thai-hiv-patient-admits-having-one-night-stands-with-many-men/

A Thai woman has taken to social media to confess that she is HIV-positive and engaged in a number of one-night stands with men she met in entertainment venues over the past seven months. The woman told the public that she felt guilty for what she had done and wanted every man who had sex with her during that time to know the truth and get a health check. “I debated myself whether or not to speak out and decided to speak out. I am now in my second year of university and started partying in April this year as a coping mechanism for a broken heart. I engaged in one-night stands each time I went out, and what haunts me is the fact that I’ve been living with HIV since birth. “I feel sorry for the men who had sex with me. Please forgive me. I want to escape somewhere far away. I want to become a monk. I wish to withdraw from the world.” The woman explained that these men would have wives and children in the future and she did not want to pass HIV on to them. She said she was always on medication but drank a lot of alcohol, which made her symptoms worse. She could no longer drink alcohol because of her condition. She promised never to do it again and to concentrate on her studies. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo by Mathias Huysmans via Unsplash Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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 police bust illegal logging gang in 33 million baht raid Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post In a daring crackdown on timber thieves’ crime, Thai police stormed a deforestation gang’s hideout in central Thailand, arresting one woman while four suspects managed to escape. The operation followed the discovery of illegal wood logs valued at approximately 33 million baht hidden in a warehouse in Phetchabun by officials from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311386-thai-police-bust-illegal-logging-gang-in-33-million-baht-raid/

In a daring crackdown on timber thieves’ crime, Thai police stormed a deforestation gang’s hideout in central Thailand, arresting one woman while four suspects managed to escape. The operation followed the discovery of illegal wood logs valued at approximately 33 million baht hidden in a warehouse in Phetchabun by officials from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation. Panatchakorn Potibandit, director of the preventive and suppression strategy unit at the Forest Protection and Fire Control Office, revealed that a team of specialised rangers carried out the warehouse raid to arrest the timber thieves. Their search unveiled a cache of 30 Narra logs, with nine of them traced back to the forest reserve of Phu Soi Dao National Park in Uttaradit province. Alongside the Narra logs, officials also uncovered 50 pieces of Burmese rosewood timber, 51 Burmese rosewood logs, and 59 more Narra timbers. It is believed that these valuable illicit wood resources, collectively worth 33 million baht, were the ill-gotten gains of a timber thieves gang. Their cunning strategy involved hoarding the wood in the warehouse before attempting to smuggle it to neighbouring countries. To bring the timber thieves to justice, officials swiftly filed a report against the owner of the warehouse, and an extensive investigation is currently underway to track down the associates of this unlawful operation. By Bob Scott Caption: Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-06 - 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