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A baby boy, rescued from a man who kidnapped him from Bang Len Hospital in Nakhon Pathom province, is still under close observation on Tuesday, after doctors diagnosed him with cerebral oedema, a swollen eyelid, an infection and hypoxemia. The doctors said on Tuesday that, after thorough examination, the baby who was born on August 11 suffers from an intracerebral haemorrhage and would be prescribed an anticonvulsant for at least one year. He will be kept under close watch for possible brain related symptoms. Police have detained Nantajak Silprasert, 43, a native of Nakhon Pathom, after raiding his house on August 14 and finding the baby inside. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/baby-kidnapped-and-rescued-in-nakhon-pathom-suffers-from-intracerebral-haemorrhage/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-15 - 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.

National Science and Tech Fair Highlights Innovative Learning BANGKOK (NNT) - The 2023 National Science and Technology Fair is in full swing at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Nonthaburi Province, where it has received eager students and young enthusiasts from various schools. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303651-national-science-and-tech-fair-highlights-innovative-learning/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The 2023 National Science and Technology Fair is in full swing at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Nonthaburi Province, where it has received eager students and young enthusiasts from various schools. Each booth at the fair offers engaging activities for children while encouraging participation and learning. Featured exhibits include the "Deadly Traps" exhibit, which showcases rare carnivorous plants from around the world, and the "On the Edge of Extinction" exhibit, spotlighting species believed to be extinct or facing extinction. Parents have praised this year’s event for its multifaceted approach and valuable information. The fair’s utilization of technology to attract and engage children has been particularly commended. Some families have even traveled from other provinces specifically to attend, and children are thoroughly enjoying the wide array of activities. Aiming to promote creativity in science, technology and innovation, this year’s fair blends art with learning to promote a sustainable creative economy. It also aligns with the nation’s BCG economic model and will remain open until this Sunday, August 20, from 9:00AM to 7:00PM at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Halls 9-11. By Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230815110024865 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-08-15 - 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.

Existing Recipients of Elderly Allowance Not Affect by New Regulation BANGKOK, Aug 15 (TNA) – The new regulation which imposes income limits for the elderly who are entitled to the monthly allowance will not affect the existing recipients, according to the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303650-existing-recipients-of-elderly-allowance-not-affect-by-new-regulation/

BANGKOK, Aug 15 (TNA) – The new regulation which imposes income limits for the elderly who are entitled to the monthly allowance will not affect the existing recipients, according to the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security. All registered and eligible elderly individuals who had received the old-age allowance prior before the new criterion was issued will continue to receive the allowance, said Ms. Ramrung Worawat, the director-general of the Ministry’s Department of Older Persons. The new requirement has been imposed to adjust the qualification of eligible elderly people from all of the elderly aged over 60 years to those who have no income or insufficient to cover the cost of living. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1223627 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-08-15 - 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.

Pita Campaigns for Voters in Rayong’s By-Election RAYONG, Aug 15 (TNA) – The Rayong’s Constituency3 has opened for the registration of candidates in the by-election scheduled for September 10 as Move Forward Party leader is confident his party will secure the seat. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303649-pita-campaigns-for-voters-in-rayong’s-by-election/

RAYONG, Aug 15 (TNA) – The Rayong’s Constituency3 has opened for the registration of candidates in the by-election scheduled for September 10 as Move Forward Party leader is confident his party will secure the seat. As the registration for election candidates began at the community hall in Kaeng district, Mr. Pongsatorn Sornphetnarin from the Move Forward party was a sole applicant, so he got the number 1 without a draw for candidate numbers. The party’s leader was present to boost the candidate’ spirits. Many supporters came to welcome him. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news/line-today-english-news-1223505 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-08-15 - 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.

Election Commission recommended to drop iTV charge against Pita An investigating committee has recommended the Election Commission to drop the charge that Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat violated the election law for allegedly holding shares in a media firm while filing candidacy in the May-14 election. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303648-election-commission-recommended-to-drop-itv-charge-against-pita/

An investigating committee has recommended the Election Commission to drop the charge that Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat violated the election law for allegedly holding shares in a media firm while filing candidacy in the May-14 election. According to an informed source at the Election Commission (EC), the committee found there is no clear evidence that iTV was operating and earning income at the time when Pita applied for his election candidacy in early April. The committee pointed out that, in order to disqualify Pita, in accordance with Section 151 of the Election Act, evidence that he still held shares in the media company must be clear and beyond any doubt. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/election-commission-recommended-to-drop-itv-charge-against-pita/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-15 - 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.

Thai private sector confident of up to 3% economic growth this year Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade The Thai private sector believes that the country’s economy is likely to expand by between 3.0% and 3.5% this year, if the new government, expected to be formed within September, immediately rolls out economic stimulus packages, according to Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303647-thai-private-sector-confident-of-up-to-3-economic-growth-this-year/

The Thai private sector believes that the country’s economy is likely to expand by between 3.0% and 3.5% this year, if the new government, expected to be formed within September, immediately rolls out economic stimulus packages, according to Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade. He cited the Pheu Thai party’s “digital wallet” scheme, under which about 50 million Thai nationals aged 16 and older will each have a one-time 10,000 baht subsidy wired into their “digital wallet”, for spending within six months in areas within a 4km radius of their residences. He said that the scheme will cost the state about 500 billion baht, but it will help stimulate the economy. With every 100-150 billion baht spent, the GDP will increase by about 1%, or up to 3% for the spending over the whole six months. Caption: Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-private-sector-confident-of-up-to-3-economic-growth-this-year/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-15 - 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.

Thai House Speaker Delays Setting Final Date for Prime Minister Vote PHOTO: วันมูหะมัดนอร์ มะทา Parliament speaker Wan Muhammad Noor Matha has yet to decide the final date for the next round of Thailand’s prime ministerial vote pending the Thai charter court’s ruling on the ombudsmen’s petition. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303568-thai-house-speaker-delays-setting-final-date-for-prime-minister-vote/

Parliament speaker Wan Muhammad Noor Matha has yet to decide the final date for the next round of Thailand’s prime ministerial vote pending the Thai charter court’s ruling on the ombudsmen’s petition. Mr. Wan explained that he is currently awaiting the Constitutional Court’s decision on whether or not to accept the ombudsman’s petition to investigate the rejection of Pita Limjaroenrat’s re-nomination for a PM seat by 394 parliamentarians. The court is scheduled to make a decision on Wednesday, August 16th. By Tanakorn Panyadee Caption: PHOTO: วันมูหะมัดนอร์ มะทา Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/08/14/thai-house-speaker-delays-setting-final-date-for-prime-minister-vote-pending-charter-courts-ruling/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-08-14 - 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.

Move Forward party to meet Tuesday to discuss PM selection vote The Move Forward party has scheduled a meeting of its MPs and executive committee tomorrow (Tuesday), to discuss how the party should vote in the upcoming selection of the prime minister in parliament. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303567-move-forward-party-to-meet-tuesday-to-discuss-pm-selection-vote/

The Move Forward party has scheduled a meeting of its MPs and executive committee tomorrow (Tuesday), to discuss how the party should vote in the upcoming selection of the prime minister in parliament. Secretary-general of the party, Chaithawat Tulathon, said today that the party is ready to perform its duty in whatever capacity. The party has been approached by Pheu Thai, seeking support for its prime ministerial candidate, Srettha Thavisin, in order to form a “special” government which “does not take sides in politics.” Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/move-forward-party-to-meet-tuesday-to-discuss-pm-selection-vote/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-14 - 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.

Political parties decry government’s change of subsidy for Thai senior citizens The current caretaker administration’s change of ministerial regulations, regarding the welfare subsidy for all Thai citizens aged 60 and over, to only people who do not have an income or who do not have sufficient income has come under fierce attack by politicians from various parties. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303566-political-parties-decry-government’s-change-of-subsidy-for-thai-senior-citizens/

The current caretaker administration’s change of ministerial regulations, regarding the welfare subsidy for all Thai citizens aged 60 and over, to only people who do not have an income or who do not have sufficient income has come under fierce attack by politicians from various parties. The new regulation came into force on August 12th, after its publication in the Royal Gazette. Under the old Interior Ministry regulation, all Thai nationals aged 60 and over, who are not government officials or state enterprise workers, were entitled to a state subsidy, amounting to between 600 and 1,000 baht per month, depending on their age. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/political-parties-decry-governments-change-of-subsidy-for-thai-senior-citizens/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-14 - 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.

Awakening Singburi with “Sang See Sing” Photo by Samatcha Apaisuwan Amidst the constant hustle and bustle of daily life, there are often hidden treasures that escape our notice. Singburi, a small province with a population of around 200,000, has long been a place most of us pass by without a backward glance rather than a destination in its own right. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303565-awakening-singburi-with-“sang-see-sing”/

Amidst the constant hustle and bustle of daily life, there are often hidden treasures that escape our notice. Singburi, a small province with a population of around 200,000, has long been a place most of us pass by without a backward glance rather than a destination in its own right. And that’s a shame as Singburi harbours a multitude of stories from the past to the present just waiting for visitors to explore. Now, the province is inviting the public to uncover the charm that has gone unnoticed for too long. That charm will be enhanced with contemporary art and design in the upcoming “Sang See Sing” (Let’s Glow Singburi) festival running from August 18-27. Caption: Photo by Samatcha Apaisuwan Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/awakening-singburi-with-sang-see-sing/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-14 - 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.

Child creativity: Thai kid’s mosquito coil art mesmerizes netizens Photo courtesy of Sanook An unusual creative spark in a child, using mosquito coils as a plaything, found its way onto social media, showcasing the child’s impressive potpourri of art creations. Netizens were stumped by the child’s ingenuity while advising parents to encourage such creativity rather than stifling it. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303558-child-creativity-thai-kid’s-mosquito-coil-art-mesmerizes-netizens/

An unusual creative spark in a child, using mosquito coils as a plaything, found its way onto social media, showcasing the child’s impressive potpourri of art creations. Netizens were stumped by the child’s ingenuity while advising parents to encourage such creativity rather than stifling it. Social media yesterday was abuzz with several photos posted on a Facebook group. The caption accompanying the photos read… “When you possess immense artistic brilliance and haven’t been scolded by your mother for too long… This is what the innocent mosquito coil transpires into.” The photos depicted a child, donned in a blue outfit, seated on the floor of their house and wholly engaged in breaking the coil into pieces and subsequently giving them varying shapes – from a cluster of dolls to an appealing depiction of a plump, smiling pig. Witnessing the artistic genius of child creativity, netizens couldn’t help but flood the post with admiring comments, reported Sanook. “He did this just out of fun, not sincerely, as his artistic talent is beyond imagination.” By Samantha Rose Caption: Photo courtesy of Sanook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-childs-ingenious-use-of-mosquito-coils-for-art-captivates-netizens -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-14 - 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.

ONCB warns against newer varieties of “happy water” BANGKOK (NNT) - The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has reported that newer mixes of “happy water” – illegal concoctions made from multiple narcotics – are spreading among young people. Sellers are reportedly adding collagen or electrolytes to the mix to increase the appeal of the liquids and to claim that they are beneficial to health. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303554-oncb-warns-against-newer-varieties-of-“happy-water”/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has reported that newer mixes of “happy water” – illegal concoctions made from multiple narcotics – are spreading among young people. Sellers are reportedly adding collagen or electrolytes to the mix to increase the appeal of the liquids and to claim that they are beneficial to health. ONCB Deputy Secretary-General Piyasiri Wattanavarangkul presided over a discussion held to exchange ideas on preventing narcotic abuse and addressing the narcotics problem with consideration given to specific narcotic substances. After the discussion, Piyasiri told press members the ONCB has detected irregularities in the composition of “happy water” that has been seized by officials. He said happy water was previously made by combining ecstasy, ketamine, and sleeping pills. More recently, other narcotics have been used in the concoction to increase the variety of offerings for users. According to Piyasiri, different mixtures are used in each locality and the sellers will claim that these liquids were medicines. The deputy secretary-general revealed that the number of young persons who were addicted to narcotics has jumped twofold in the past couple of months. The ONCB was aware of the significance of this development and sought to rapidly address the situation with happy water. Ariphak Ngoenbamrung, a bureau director at the ONCB, said the detrimental effects on the health of users become more intensified when multiple narcotics are mixed together as in the case of happy water. She also disclosed the ONCB has found that happy water had been mixed with non-narcotic substances such as coffee, collagen, or electrolyte beverage and then sold for 3,000 baht or more. She acknowledged it was difficult for authorities to control happy water, urging parents and schools to help keep young people away from narcotics. By Namo Vananupong Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230814165544760 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-08-14 - 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.

25.7 million baht from donation account approved in aid of Muno explosion victims BANGKOK (NNT) - Aid and relief work continues two weeks after the fireworks warehouse explosion at Muno market community in Sungai-Kolok district of Narathiwat. The total amount of monetary donations for victims of the disaster has now exceeded 30 million baht, prompting the provincial administration to set up a committee to plan for the money’s use. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303553-257-million-baht-from-donation-account-approved-in-aid-of-muno-explosion-victims/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Aid and relief work continues two weeks after the fireworks warehouse explosion at Muno market community in Sungai-Kolok district of Narathiwat. The total amount of monetary donations for victims of the disaster has now exceeded 30 million baht, prompting the provincial administration to set up a committee to plan for the money’s use. Narathiwat provincial governor Sanan Phongaksorn joined a meeting of the committee set up to manage the money donated to victims of the explosion and fire in Muno. The committee has approved using money in the “Money for Assistance of Muno Disaster Victims” account for 4 undertakings. The first expense item, considered at the heart of the donation account, was the urgent repair of homes belonging to those impacted by the disaster. The amount approved was 20 million baht. The second item was 4.7 million baht which has now been paid out to the impacted families. Households with 1-3 members each received 5,000 baht, those with 4-6 members each received 8,000 baht, and households with 7 or more members each received 10,000 baht. The third item was about 1.5 million baht earmarked for purchasing construction materials. The fourth item was 7,500 baht which was to be used to pay for the transportation of the body of one deceased person to Lopburi. In all, 25.7 million baht was approved for use. Any disbursing of money from the donation account must fall in line with the criterion set by the vetting committee and require a signature of approval from the Narathiwat governor. The 20 million baht of money for home repairs will be combined with 14 million baht which was earlier approved for the repairs by state funds. The Community Organizations Development Institute (CODI), meanwhile, will be providing 3,000 baht per month of money to aid each impacted household that needs to pay rent. However, the provincial administration is seeking additional assistance from the Office of the Prime Minister after deeming that this amount was insufficient for rent. As of the evening of August 10, the total amount donated to the “Money for Assistance of Muno Disaster Victims” account had reached 30.666 million baht. Those who would like to make a donation may deposit the money into the Krung Thai Bank account number 905-3-66122-0. The account is handled by Krung Thai Bank Narathiwat branch and is the sole official donation account set up by authorities. By Namo Vananupong Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230814163246757 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-08-14 - 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.