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Thailand Hosts 22M Tourists in 10 Months BANGKOK (NNT) - Government Spokesperson Chai Wacharonke has reported that in the first ten months of 2023, Thailand welcomed over 22 million international tourists, with Malaysians making up the largest group. Following an optimistic trend, the Thai government anticipates a total of 28 million visitors by year-end, with projections for tourism revenue surpassing 2.1 trillion baht for the year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311510-thailand-hosts-22m-tourists-in-10-months/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Government Spokesperson Chai Wacharonke has reported that in the first ten months of 2023, Thailand welcomed over 22 million international tourists, with Malaysians making up the largest group. Following an optimistic trend, the Thai government anticipates a total of 28 million visitors by year-end, with projections for tourism revenue surpassing 2.1 trillion baht for the year. According to Chai, the increase in tourist arrivals has been partly attributed to the government’s visa-free initiative, which has been particularly enticing for potential visitors. This move has led to a significant weekly influx of tourists, with the last week of October recording over half a million visitors. Aiming to maintain this momentum, the Thai government has approved special tourist entry for Indian and Taiwanese passport holders, allowing for a 30-day stay without a visa, effective from November 10, 2023, to May 10, 2024. Meanwhile, Arman Isetov, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Thailand, has conveyed optimism about Thailand’s visa-free policy extended to Kazakhstan, anticipating a boost in tourism from Kazakhstan to Thailand. He noted that the temporary visa waiver has been well received among Kazakhstani citizens. In the first half of the year, tourist numbers from Kazakhstan to Thailand rose to approximately 100,000. The Tourism Authority of Thailand predicts that by the end of the year, this figure will reach 150,000. By Krajangwit Johjit Full story: NNT 2023-11-07 - 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 couple arrested for stealing pickup truck and evading police Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Local authorities arrested a couple suspected of stealing a pickup truck, fleeing the scene, and later changing clothes to evade police. Today, 37 year old Theerawich (no surname given) and 30 year old Parichat (no surname given) were caught by Phetchaburi highway police with a red Ford pickup truck and a motorcycle as evidence. The couple was apprehended near the railway side road in Pak Tho district, Ratchaburi Province. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311507-thai-couple-arrested-for-stealing-pickup-truck-and-evading-police/

Local authorities arrested a couple suspected of stealing a pickup truck, fleeing the scene, and later changing clothes to evade police. Today, 37 year old Theerawich (no surname given) and 30 year old Parichat (no surname given) were caught by Phetchaburi highway police with a red Ford pickup truck and a motorcycle as evidence. The couple was apprehended near the railway side road in Pak Tho district, Ratchaburi Province. The incident emerged when on November 5, highway police were informed of a robbery at a residence in Phang Nga Province. The culprits had made off with a red Ford pickup, a watch, and 10,000 baht in cash. After receiving the report, the police alerted multiple highway points to be on the lookout. It was at 9pm yesterday, that Petchaburi highway police spotted the said vehicle on Petchkasem Road, Wang Manao sub-district, Pak Tho district, Ratchaburi Province. A chase ensued as the suspects sped away, eventually entering a dead-end road near the railway. Unable to proceed further, Theerawich, the driver, quickly exited the vehicle and fled into a nearby residence, where he changed clothes in an attempt to deceive the officers. However, residents alerted the police to his whereabouts, leading to his arrest. Simultaneously, Parichat who had escaped into the woods was also apprehended, reported KhaoSod. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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

Pot predicament: Thai mum blames foreign neighbours’ toke trouble for son’s illness Photo by Arpapan Jaiman A Thai woman took to social media to demand responsibility from her foreign neighbours after their personal cannabis use allegedly caused her son’s illness. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311506-pot-predicament-thai-mum-blames-foreign-neighbours’-toke-trouble-for-son’s-illness/

A Thai woman took to social media to demand responsibility from her foreign neighbours after their personal cannabis use allegedly caused her son’s illness. The woman, Arpapan Jaiman, posted on Facebook on November 2 that a foreigner had just rented a room within her condominium in the northern province of Chaing Mai. Arpapan accused the foreigner and his friends of smoking cannabis inside the room. Arpapan later revealed with Channel 3 that the incident occurred at about 6.40pm on October 31. She and her four year old son could smell the strong odour of cannabis in the hallway which made them feel dizzy and lightheaded and later gave them headaches. Arpapan then reported the issue to the condo caretakers. At about 10pm, her son started crying but was unable to tell her what was wrong with him. She thought he had a headache and gave him the medicine. However, the symptoms did not get better and the boy started vomiting and then lost consciousness. She reached out to the condo caretakers to get an ambulance to take her son to the hospital. According to Arpapan, the doctor concluded that her son had been affected by cannabis smoke. Arpapan explained that the room next to her was owned by a Chinese national. The Chinese owner opened the room for rent and most of the tenants were foreigners. She asked her foreign neighbours to stop using cannabis and pay compensation to her and her son but the foreigners refused. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo by Arpapan Jaiman Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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

Minivan driver’s alleged sexual assault of teenage girl sparks investigations Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Authorities are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl by a minivan driver. The victim is currently hospitalised and unable to provide a statement due to her condition. The police are urgently examining a red liquid substance found in the vehicle. The incident took place today as reported by Police Lieutenant Colonel Sommat Mueangthaisong, the station chief of Waeng Noi Police Station in Khon Kaen. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311505-minivan-driver’s-alleged-sexual-assault-of-teenage-girl-sparks-investigations/

Authorities are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl by a minivan driver. The victim is currently hospitalised and unable to provide a statement due to her condition. The police are urgently examining a red liquid substance found in the vehicle. The incident took place today as reported by Police Lieutenant Colonel Sommat Mueangthaisong, the station chief of Waeng Noi Police Station in Khon Kaen. The case came to light when the family of the 13 year old girl, referred to as A to protect her identity, filed a complaint with the police at Waeng Noi Police Station and Bang Kho Laem Police Station on November 2. They alleged that the girl had been sexually assaulted by the minivan driver. Currently, the Metropolitan Police Bureau investigators are collaborating with Waeng Noi Police Station to collect information. Despite not being able to take the statement from the 13 year old girl, the police are actively investigating the case. They also inspected the minivan to ascertain the truth about the alleged sexual assault. The minivan driver, who transported passengers on the day of the incident, voluntarily presented himself to the investigators to prove his innocence. The police immediately sent the vehicle for forensic examination at the Forensic Science Division 4 to compile evidentiary testimonies from all aspects before proceeding with further legal actions. The grandmother of the 13 year old victim tearfully recounted the incident, stating that the minivan driver, had been driving for 30 years without any such incidents. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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

American woman sexually assaulted in Bangkok Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A 24 year old American woman was sexually assaulted by a man in her apartment, following a meeting arranged via a dating app. The 25 year old suspect, Tienming Ho, asked if he could spend the night at her place, and then committed the crime. Ho allegedly confessed to the offence and was apprehended by the police at 11.15am today. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311504-american-woman-sexually-assaulted-in-bangkok/

A 24 year old American woman was sexually assaulted by a man in her apartment, following a meeting arranged via a dating app. The 25 year old suspect, Tienming Ho, asked if he could spend the night at her place, and then committed the crime. Ho allegedly confessed to the offence and was apprehended by the police at 11.15am today. The arrest occurred at a residence in Huai Khwang, Bangkok, and was led by Police Colonel Sunthorn Malawet, the commander of Somdet Chaopraya police station, alongside Police Colonel Niphol Suknium, the commander of the 8th division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau. The arrest was made following a warrant issued by Thonburi Criminal Court, numbered 868/2023, dated November 7. The crime was committed on 2 November. The victim, an American woman, met the suspect, known only as Tim, through the Tinder app. After meeting at a bar, the suspect asked if he could stay at her place, to which she agreed, stating that there would be no sexual intercourse as she had to work in the morning. However, at 2am on November 3, the suspect allegedly sexually assaulted her against her will. The victim then managed to evict the alleged rapist from her apartment. After receiving the report, investigators from Somdet Chaopraya Police Station, officials from the 8th division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, and officers from the Immigration Bureau and the Tourist Police Bureau cooperated in the investigation. They interrogated the victim, and witnesses, and tracked down the suspect, Ho, a 25 year old Chinese national. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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

Illegal mushroom mayhem: Patong’s peaceful dawn disrupted by police raid Photo courtesy of Phuket News The tranquil resort town of Patong was startled in the early hours yesterday morning, as police swooped on a local shop, apprehending one individual for the illegal sale of mushrooms. The Patong Police confirmed the raid, which took place around 12.10am yesterday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311503-illegal-mushroom-mayhem-patong’s-peaceful-dawn-disrupted-by-police-raid/

The tranquil resort town of Patong was startled in the early hours yesterday morning, as police swooped on a local shop, apprehending one individual for the illegal sale of mushrooms. The Patong Police confirmed the raid, which took place around 12.10am yesterday. The illicit merchandise seized by the police was an assortment of mushrooms, each variety carefully stored in separate jars. The report stated that a brochure, advertising the mushrooms for sale, was also recovered from the scene. However, the report refrained from revealing the identity of the arrestee or the precise location of the shop. The individual apprehended now faces charges of possession of a Category 5 narcotic, specifically buffalo dung mushrooms, without the necessary permissions. This piece of information was also revealed in the report, which, despite its brevity, provided a clear picture of the events that transpired, reported Phuket News. The accused party has been transferred to Patong Police Station, where legal proceedings would be initiated and carried out in accordance with the law, the report noted, bringing the brief account to a close. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of Phuket News Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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 woman arrested for opening bank accounts for scammers PHOTO: Thai Post Police in Phuket have arrested a woman accused of opening bank accounts for call centre scammers, defrauding victims to the tune of 1 million baht. Over the weekend, officers from the Central Investigation Bureau arrested the woman, identified only as Ms Wiparat, at a property in Chalong. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311502-phuket-woman-arrested-for-opening-bank-accounts-for-scammers/

Police in Phuket have arrested a woman accused of opening bank accounts for call centre scammers, defrauding victims to the tune of 1 million baht. Over the weekend, officers from the Central Investigation Bureau arrested the woman, identified only as Ms Wiparat, at a property in Chalong. Wiparat is accused of opening bank accounts used for online criminal activity and fraud, and importing false information into computer systems causing other damage. The suspect has been taken to Bangkok’s Nong Khaem Police Station for legal processing. The CIB was responding to several reports from victims targeted by scammers. According to victims’ testimonies, the scammers would call them, pretending to be police officers. They would claim to have made a number of arrests of drug and money laundering suspects and had seized bank accounts they believed belonged to victims. By Peter Roche Caption: PHOTO: Thai Post Full story: Phuket GO 2023-11-07 - 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

Leech’s eye for adventure: Thai trekker’s blood-curdling tale Photo via Facebook/ เดอะแบก A Thai man shared an eye-opening survival experience when a leech sucked blood from a friend’s eye, along with a warning and recommendation for all trekking enthusiasts. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311500-leech’s-eye-for-adventure-thai-trekker’s-blood-curdling-tale/

A Thai man shared an eye-opening survival experience when a leech sucked blood from a friend’s eye, along with a warning and recommendation for all trekking enthusiasts. The Thai man, Apichart Prommathat, shared the story on his Facebook page Der Baag (เดอะแบก) at 9am yesterday, November 6. Apichart began his story with a warning to trekkers to be aware of leeches while trekking. “Today, I am going to share my personal experience which happens probably only once in 10,000 times or even once in 100,000 times: a leech that gets stuck in your eye. Many people may find this unbelievable but it is true and very frightening.” Apichart revealed that he was trekking with a friend. The friend put his camera on the ground while looking for a good spot to take a picture. Meanwhile, a leech then climbed over the viewfinder. The friend then picked up his camera and did not notice the leech as he put the viewfinder to his eye to take a picture of some trees. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ เดอะแบก Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-07 - 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 government says public hearings needed before nightlife extension Flickr/shankar s It seems the question of whether or not to extend nightlife operating hours in popular tourism areas hasn’t been put to bed yet. The Interior Ministry, headed up by former health minister Anutin Charnvirakul, says public hearings and regulatory amendments will be needed before any extended hours can be approved. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311497-anutin-clarifies-alcohol-sales-will-be-allowed-during-extended-entertainment-hours/?do=findComment&comment=18482940

Thai government says public hearings needed before nightlife extension It seems the question of whether or not to extend nightlife operating hours in popular tourism areas hasn’t been put to bed yet. The Interior Ministry, headed up by former health minister Anutin Charnvirakul, says public hearings and regulatory amendments will be needed before any extended hours can be approved. Meanwhile, it’s already been widely announced that closing times will be officially extended to 4am in some zones in Bangkok, Phuket, Chon Buri (code for Pattaya) and Chiang Mai. The PM retta Thavisin hopes the measure will boost the local economies and the tourism sector, which is still recovering from the damage caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. By Peter Roche Caption: Flickr/shankar s Full story: Phuket GO 2023-11-07 - 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

CCI Officers Bust Online Gambling Network with Over 1.3 Billion Baht On November 6th, 2023, Thai Cyber Crime Investigation (CCI) officers held a press conference on extensive online gambling websites and captured masterminds in Pathum Thani, Prachinburi, and Chanthaburi. Their annual financial income was reportedly 1.3 billion baht. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311498-cci-officers-bust-online-gambling-network-with-over-13-billion-baht/

On November 6th, 2023, Thai Cyber Crime Investigation (CCI) officers held a press conference on extensive online gambling websites and captured masterminds in Pathum Thani, Prachinburi, and Chanthaburi. Their annual financial income was reportedly 1.3 billion baht. According to the police report, the CCI officers conducted an investigation on three online gambling websites: Meslot789, Winnerslot555, and Major168. The alleged online gambling websites provided football bets, slots, and other gambling games for users and conveniently had automatic deposit-withdrawal systems via Thai banks and websites. The CCI officers gathered all the evidence and requested search warrants and arrest warrants from the Thai courts. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-07 - 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

Anutin Clarifies Alcohol Sales Will Be Allowed During Extended Entertainment Hours On November 7th, 2023, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister, clarified to Thai national media about the extension of opening service hours of entertainment districts to 4 AM in four pilot provinces. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311497-anutin-clarifies-alcohol-sales-will-be-allowed-during-extended-entertainment-hours/

On November 7th, 2023, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister, clarified to Thai national media about the extension of opening service hours of entertainment districts to 4 AM in four pilot provinces. At present, the Ministry of Interior is in the process of reviewing and listening to various opinions and complaints from locals and owners of entertainment venues before presenting them to the cabinet, said Anutin. Anutin apologized for misleading information from the previous statement that the extended-hour services will not cover alcohol sales until 4 AM which is incorrect. He meant to mention service establishments that are similar to entertainment venues that could provide alcoholic beverages until midnight such as late-night restaurants, karaoke, and similar businesses. Qualified entertainment venues in approved, legal, entertainment zones would be allowed to serve alcoholic beverages until 4AM. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-07 - 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 to Host Exciting Basketball Tournament to Boost Sports Tourism The city of Pattaya on Monday organized a press conference for the upcoming ‘Pattaya Open Basketball Tournament 2023’. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311496-pattaya-to-host-exciting-basketball-tournament-to-boost-sports-tourism/

The city of Pattaya on Monday organized a press conference for the upcoming ‘Pattaya Open Basketball Tournament 2023’. Mr. Poramase Ngampiches, the Mayor of Pattaya, presided over the November 6th conference, stating that this tournament is part of the city’s sports initiative to promote tourism. According to Poramase, basketball is a widely played sport among the youth in Pattaya. It helps promote their physical development for overall health and fosters unity. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-11-07 - 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 Receives Esteemed Transparency and Integrity Award The coastal city of Pattaya has been honored with a prestigious Integrity and Transparency Assessment (ITA) Award 2023 in the development category, owing to its exceptional transparency and outstanding administrative practices, according to the award organisers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311495-pattaya-receives-esteemed-transparency-and-integrity-award/