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The judicial court issued a six-month imprisonment and over 70,000 baht fine to a retired official, known as “Uncle Thotsaphon,” for assaulting and defaming the political leader of the Love the Nation organisation. The assault incident, which took place outside the Election Commission Office at the Government Complex Building B on 11 May, occurred after 54 year old Srisuwan Janya lodged a complaint against 67 year old Thotsaphon Thanannonsophonkul at Thungsonghong Police Station. Following the assault incident, Thotsaphon was brought before the Thungsonghong Police Station’s inquiry officer, who filed two charges against him: bodily harm and defamation. He was subsequently summoned to acknowledge the assault and defamation charges on the political leader on May 18, after which he was prosecuted at the Don Mueang District Court under Criminal Code Sections 91, 295, and 393. On October 3, the Don Mueang District Court ruled that Thotsaphon was guilty under Criminal Code Sections 295 and 393. He was sentenced to six months imprisonment and fined 20,000 baht, in accordance with Criminal Code Section 91 for causing bodily harm to another person. However, Thotsaphon confessed, which led to a reduction in the sentence by half. The court saw fit to give him a chance to reform and suspended the sentence for one year. If he fails to pay the fine, the court will proceed under Criminal Code Sections 29 and 30. By Samantha Rose Caption: Srisuwan Janya being attacked by Thotsaphon Thanannonsophonkul. Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post Full story: The Thaiger 2023-10-05 - 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

Open Sesame! Thai government to review operating hours FlickrEustaquio Santimano Not that closing hours have been rigidly enforced much in the past BUT the new government say they are going to review them anyway. Which is code for “making closing times later”. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308426-open-sesame-thai-government-to-review-operating-hours/

Not that closing hours have been rigidly enforced much in the past BUT the new government say they are going to review them anyway. Which is code for “making closing times later”. The Thai PM says his administration will review the operating hours of nightlife venues in the kingdom, with a view to extending the closing times. Nation Thailand reports that Srettha Thavisin says an extension to the operating hours of bars, clubs and karaoke venues could help boost tourism and stimulate the local economy. The PM was speaking at the “Thailand Economic Outlook 2024” event, hosted in Bangkok by the Krungthep Turakij newspaper. The PM says Thailand is under-performing in the promotion of its tourist attractions and in organising world-class events, despite having a number of advantages. By Peter Roche Caption: FlickrEustaquio Santimano Full story: Phuket GO 2023-10-05 - 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 Prime Minister Proposes National Emergency Alert System for Mass Shootings, Disasters, Etc. The Thai prime minister held a discussion with relevant government officials to expedite a solution to the current major incident dominating the news, the Siam Paragon shopping mall shooting. A national emergency alert system on a mobile application is currently under discussion for development with cooperation from mobile network service providers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308425-thai-prime-minister-proposes-national-emergency-alert-system-for-mass-shootings-disasters-etc/

The Thai prime minister held a discussion with relevant government officials to expedite a solution to the current major incident dominating the news, the Siam Paragon shopping mall shooting. A national emergency alert system on a mobile application is currently under discussion for development with cooperation from mobile network service providers. At 4:30 PM, on October 4th, 2023, Thai Prime Minister Mr. Srettha Thavisin held a discussion with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, the Minister of the Interior Anutin Charnvirakul, and relevant officials on the shopping mall incident. In Thailand, illegal firearms are widely on sale digitally, whether blank guns or improvised firearms. Mr. Srettha emphasized strict prohibition on purchasing firearms without proper procedures and elevated security measures in crowded establishments. Additionally, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society would shut down illegal websites selling firearms, weapons, hazardous substances, and other dangerous objects without a permit. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-10-05 - 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 Tourist Police Help Lost British Tourist Return to His Hotel After a Memory Lapse The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express that on Thursday (October 4th) an unidentified male British tourist asked the Phuket Tourist Assistance Center in the Phuket International Airport for help. He said he couldn’t remember the name of the hotel where he stayed or the location and had a memory lapse so had gone to the airport to ask for assistance. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308423-phuket-tourist-police-help-lost-british-tourist-return-to-his-hotel-after-a-memory-lapse/

The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express that on Thursday (October 4th) an unidentified male British tourist asked the Phuket Tourist Assistance Center in the Phuket International Airport for help. He said he couldn’t remember the name of the hotel where he stayed or the location and had a memory lapse so had gone to the airport to ask for assistance. He tried to explain roughly what the hotel looked like and its distance from the airport. The Phuket Tourist Police finally identified the hotel which is near to the airport. They then contacted the hotel and the hotel staff told police that the British man indeed stayed at the hotel with his wife and he had got lost after midnight of the same day. The exact circumstances around him going missing and forgetting where he stayed, however, were not clear. The British man was taken back to the hotel, whose name was withheld, and said thank you to the Phuket Tourist Police and the Phuket Tourist Assistance Center. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-10-05 - 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 follow up on flood situation in northeastern provinces BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will follow up the flood situation in three provinces in northeastern region namely Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothorn and Roi Et between October 6-7, according to Government Spokesperson Chai Watcharong. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308422-pm-to-follow-up-on-flood-situation-in-northeastern-provinces/

BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will follow up the flood situation in three provinces in northeastern region namely Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothorn and Roi Et between October 6-7, according to Government Spokesperson Chai Watcharong. Mr Chai said that on Friday, Mr Srettha was scheduled to leave Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani where long-lasting flood occurs very often, badly affecting the province’s cultivation areas. He would be briefed about the latest situation and woud meet the local residents. Mr Srettha would give the aid kits to the flood victims. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-05 - 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

Elephants of a Different Feather Ban Chang Nak’s exquisite elephant wood carvings have made their mark in craft shops around the world. Photo by Ban Chang Nak Chiang Mai, a city steeped in tradition and culture, is renowned for its iconic and beloved souvenirs of elephant wood sculptures. These sculptures, which come in various sizes, always have a place on the must-buy list of visitors. Crafted from the region’s abundant teak wood and inspired by the majestic local elephants, these intricate carvings have been a symbol of craftsmanship for over two centuries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308421-elephants-of-a-different-feather/

Chiang Mai, a city steeped in tradition and culture, is renowned for its iconic and beloved souvenirs of elephant wood sculptures. These sculptures, which come in various sizes, always have a place on the must-buy list of visitors. Crafted from the region’s abundant teak wood and inspired by the majestic local elephants, these intricate carvings have been a symbol of craftsmanship for over two centuries. On close inspection, however, one may notice that many of these elephant wood carvings share a common theme. They often depict elephants in static standing and walking positions, rendered in bas-relief and low-relief styles, emerging from a similar artistic mould. To encounter an elephant of a different feather – one that stands out in the herd – one must embark on a journey to Ban Chang Nak. Nestled in Sankamphaeng, the heart of Chiang Mai’s craft district, Ban Chang Nak is more than just a woodcarving studio; it is also a private museum and a serene eatery and cafe. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of traditional woodcarving and marvel at an impressive collection of elephant wood sculptures. Caption: Ban Chang Nak’s exquisite elephant wood carvings have made their mark in craft shops around the world. Photo by Ban Chang Nak Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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 mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself The suspected gunman is seen on his knees as policemen approach him. The encounter took place at Siam Kempinski where the suspect fled to after the shooting spree at Siam Paragon. The shopping mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself to the police as the perpetrator and to tell them that he was in a furniture shop on the third floor of the mall, wearing a black jacket, tactical style trousers and a hat and that he is only 14, according to Pol Maj-Gen Panop Vorathanatchakul, commander of the Patrol and Special Operation Division, which operates the 191 emergency call centre. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308420-bangkok-mall-shooting-suspect-called-191-to-identify-himself/

The shopping mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself to the police as the perpetrator and to tell them that he was in a furniture shop on the third floor of the mall, wearing a black jacket, tactical style trousers and a hat and that he is only 14, according to Pol Maj-Gen Panop Vorathanatchakul, commander of the Patrol and Special Operation Division, which operates the 191 emergency call centre. He said that the vital message from the boy was then relayed, via the police radio networks, to the officers on the ground, adding that they were advised to talk the suspected shooter into laying down his weapons and surrendering to the police. The 191 police commander also said that he had closely monitored the situation on another phone and was in contact with the officers on the ground, providing advice on the surrender procedure. Caption: The suspected gunman is seen on his knees as policemen approach him. The encounter took place at Siam Kempinski where the suspect fled to after the shooting spree at Siam Paragon. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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

Dead Bryde’s whale towed ashore in Cha-am district for examination The remains of a Bryde’s whale was towed by trawler to Cham-am beach, near a fishing pier in Phetchaburi province today (Thursday), after it was found floating at sea, about five kilometres from the shore. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308419-dead-bryde’s-whale-towed-ashore-in-cha-am-district-for-examination/

The remains of a Bryde’s whale was towed by trawler to Cham-am beach, near a fishing pier in Phetchaburi province today (Thursday), after it was found floating at sea, about five kilometres from the shore. The whale, which is estimated to weigh about ten tonnes and is 13 metres long, is believed to have died more than 10 days ago and is in a state of decomposition. The remains were subsequently towed to the Rama VI barracks in Cha-am district, to be examined by veterinarians from the marine and coastal resources research centre to determine the exact cause of its death. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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

Inequitable distribution of income root cause of farmers’ debt – TTB Analytics The government’s 3-year debt moratorium program for indebted farmers will relieve the pain for only a limited time, but will not actually resolve the debt problem, which is structural and rooted in the inequitable distribution of income from farm produce, according to TTB Analytics of the TMB Thanachart Bank. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308417-inequitable-distribution-of-income-root-cause-of-farmers’-debt-–-ttb-analytics/

The government’s 3-year debt moratorium program for indebted farmers will relieve the pain for only a limited time, but will not actually resolve the debt problem, which is structural and rooted in the inequitable distribution of income from farm produce, according to TTB Analytics of the TMB Thanachart Bank. For example, the selling price of 100% white rice last year averaged 17.5 baht/kg, but farmers only earned 8.8 baht/kg. Their production costs ranged from 8.16-9.32 baht/kg (depending on their land rent and mechanised harvesting costs) compared to 7.25-8.28 baht/kg a year earlier. On top of that, farmers may incur additional expenses for fertiliser and pesticide. In summation, last year farmers earned a net income of only 0.64 baht per kilogram of their rice crops. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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 Woman Plunges to Death at Pattaya Condo A Thai woman plunged to her death at a 32-story condominium complex in the Naklua sub-distict of Pattaya on Tuesday night, October 3rd. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308345-thai-woman-plunges-to-death-at-pattaya-condo/

A Thai woman plunged to her death at a 32-story condominium complex in the Naklua sub-distict of Pattaya on Tuesday night, October 3rd. Pol. Lt. Col. Chanan Kaserabua, the deputy investigator of the Pattaya Police Station, received a report of a person falling from a condominium complex on Naklua Road in Banglamung district, Chonburi province at 7 PM yesterday, and rushed to the scene with rescue workers and a paramedic team from Banglamung Hospital. Upon arrival at the 32-story building whose name was withheld by law enforcement pending a further investigation, the authorities found the body of a Thai woman on the fifth-floor parking garage area. The woman, whose name has been withheld by police, was 32-years-old and was pronounced dead at the scene due to grievous injuries. Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-10-04 - 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

New airport in Phang Nga to promote tourism along Andaman coast PHANG NGA (NNT) - As part of the government’s urgent policy to promote tourism along the Andaman coast and to increase revenue from tourism activities, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his entourage traveled to Phuket and Phang Nga to follow up on transportation infrastructure development projects. The Andaman coast is comprised of the provinces of Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, and Ranong. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308344-new-airport-in-phang-nga-to-promote-tourism-along-andaman-coast/

PHANG NGA (NNT) - As part of the government’s urgent policy to promote tourism along the Andaman coast and to increase revenue from tourism activities, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his entourage traveled to Phuket and Phang Nga to follow up on transportation infrastructure development projects. The Andaman coast is comprised of the provinces of Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, and Ranong. Along the Andaman coast, three airport development and construction projects are underway: the second phase of the Phuket International Airport Development Project, the development of the Krabi International Airport, and the construction of the Phang Nga Airport (also known as the Andaman International Airport) in the Khok Kloi Subdistrict of Takua Thung District, Phang Nga Province. According to Airports of Thailand PLC (AOT), the goal of building Phang Nga province’s Andaman International Airport was to boost tourism and turn the provinces along the Andaman coast into air transportation hubs. It is predicted that the construction process will last seven years, with three years devoted to research and development and four years to construction. By the time the airport opens in 2031, there should be a minimum of 15 million more tourists visiting the Andaman region annually. The Prime Minister stressed the necessity for ongoing development in Phuket as one of the world’s top tourism destinations. He urged the responsible organizations to look out for and guarantee the safety of both locals and visitors. Full story: NNT 2023-10-04 - 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

Mall Shooting Could Lead to Increased Gun Control BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The shooting incident at a well-known mall could be a turning point prompting the government to tighten gun control, said the president of the Firearms Business Association. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308342-mall-shooting-could-lead-to-increased-gun-control/

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The shooting incident at a well-known mall could be a turning point prompting the government to tighten gun control, said the president of the Firearms Business Association. The association president Mr. Tithitorn Bupparammanee believes that the recent shooting incident at Siam Paragon will serve as a turning point for the government to increase control over the import and sale of firearms, as well as regulate firearm ownership in the future. He spoke about the issue of imitation firearms, which have been used in criminal activities over the past five years. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-04 - 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

Foreign Ministry Expresses Condolences After Mall Shooting BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Tourism expressed deep condolences to the victims following the violent incident at Siam Paragon Mall. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308341-foreign-ministry-expresses-condolences-after-mall-shooting/

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Tourism expressed deep condolences to the victims following the violent incident at Siam Paragon Mall. Mr. Jakrapong Saengmanee, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries resulting from the shooting yesterday. He emphasized the importance of considering the emotional well-being of all Thai people and reiterated the need for law enforcement, such as gun control. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-04 - 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