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Thai man’s tragic end at shooting range in Rayong Police investigating the scene. Photo via Khaosod A Thai man took his own life in a shocking scene at a shooting range in Rayong province, Thailand. The suicidal man rented a 9mm gun, immediately aimed the pistol at his head and pulled the trigger after receiving safety instructions from one of the range instructors. He later died in hospital after the event. Police are promptly investigating the causes leading to such stress in the victim. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303094-thai-man’s-tragic-end-at-shooting-range-in-rayong/

A Thai man took his own life in a shocking scene at a shooting range in Rayong province, Thailand. The suicidal man rented a 9mm gun, immediately aimed the pistol at his head and pulled the trigger after receiving safety instructions from one of the range instructors. He later died in hospital after the event. Police are promptly investigating the causes leading to such stress in the victim. Udorn Srisong, Deputy Inspector (Investigative) of Ban Chang Police Station, Rayong Province, yesterday at 3.30pm was notified of a serious self-inflicted gunshot wound within a shooting range in Pla subdistrict, Ban Chang district, Rayong province. The police rushed to investigate along with the investigative team and rescue workers. The victim, a 40 year old resident of Na Klua subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, was found with a gunshot wound to his right temple. A 9mm gun was found on the ground. Despite the quick response and immediate transportation to Ban Chang Hospital, the man died due to the bullet hitting a vital point. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Police investigating the scene. Photo via Khaosod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/man-takes-own-life-at-rayong-shooting-range-following-safety-instruction-a-sad-case-of-suicide-investigation -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Dog’s ‘pawsitive’ intuition: Abandoned newborn found in black bag thanks to heroic pet A dog's unusual barks led to the discovery of an abandoned newborn girl. (via KhaoSod) A newborn girl, hastily packed into a black bag and dumped near a wall, was saved just in time, thanks to a family pet, a dog named Pong, whose unusual growling led the family to the infant. This bizarre event took place today opposite the Nong Khai Police Station. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303093-dog’s-‘pawsitive’-intuition-abandoned-newborn-found-in-black-bag-thanks-to-heroic-pet/

A newborn girl, hastily packed into a black bag and dumped near a wall, was saved just in time, thanks to a family pet, a dog named Pong, whose unusual growling led the family to the infant. This bizarre event took place today opposite the Nong Khai Police Station. In the Hin Ngom sub-district of Muaeng Nong Khai district, Nong Khai the incident unfolded in front of the house of 55 year old local Phu Wiang. The woman heard Pong’s distinct cries and wondered what the commotion was. Phu Wiang, along with her husband and child, decided to investigate. The black bag that their dog was barking at was lying against their house wall, but they were shocked when they opened it and found a feeble newborn girl crying. They immediately alerted Sub Lieutenant Sommat Kunlanet, a deputy investigative chief at the Nong Khai town police station, who also happened to live opposite their house. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: A dog's unusual barks led to the discovery of an abandoned newborn girl. (via KhaoSod) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/newborn-girl-abandoned-in-thailand-but-saved-by-heroic-dog-pong -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Untimely death in a boarding house stirs unsettling urban lore A superstition of owls foretelling death came true in a boarding house in Ayutthaya. (via KhaoSod) Residents around a local boarding house today were taken aback when a delivery man was discovered dead in his room, having seemingly passed away three days prior. The gruesome discovery left his sole neighbour unnerved and motivated to seek new residences, while at the same time reviving the old saying about death heralded by the call of a barn owl. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303092-untimely-death-in-a-boarding-house-stirs-unsettling-urban-lore/

Residents around a local boarding house today were taken aback when a delivery man was discovered dead in his room, having seemingly passed away three days prior. The gruesome discovery left his sole neighbour unnerved and motivated to seek new residences, while at the same time reviving the old saying about death heralded by the call of a barn owl. It began around 7am, when police in the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province were alerted to the discovery of a corpse in a boarding house in the Uthai district. Upon arrival at the scene, they found disquieting traces of blood extending from a second-floor dwelling down to the ground level. Inside, they discovered the remains of Veerachai, a 43 year old native of the Uttaradit province. Based on preliminary checks, it was apparent that Veerachai had been deceased for at least three days, with no signs of conflict detectable, reported KhaoSod. Interviewing residents of the room next to the deceased, police learned that Veerachai made his living as a delivery rider. His daily routine involved him leaving the boarding house early in the morning and returning around 8pm. The last time they saw him alive was August 6. In the days that followed, they worried about Veerachai’s health when they hadn’t seen him. Those fears were later confirmed by the sight of blood trails seeping from Veerachai’s room in the boarding house early in the morning. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: A superstition of owls foretelling death came true in a boarding house in Ayutthaya. (via KhaoSod) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/central-thailand/delivery-mans-untimely-death-in-a-thai-boarding-house-stirs-unsettling-urban-lore -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Worker from Khon Kaen found dead in Samut Prakan Picture courtesy of Sanook A tragic event emerged in a labour camp in Samut Prakan‘s Bang Phli district yesterday afternoon where a 24 year old man from Khon Kaen was discovered dead in a bathroom. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303090-worker-from-khon-kaen-found-dead-in-samut-prakan/

A tragic event emerged in a labour camp in Samut Prakan‘s Bang Phli district yesterday afternoon where a 24 year old man from Khon Kaen was discovered dead in a bathroom. Shinagorn, a worker originally from Khon Kaen, was found hanging from the bathroom ceiling with a nylon rope around his neck. A toppled stool was found nearby his dead body, suggesting the young man’s life had ended just a few hours earlier. Within Shinagorn’s living quarters, a poignant scene unfolded. Amid children’s belongings including toys and milk bottles, two handwritten letters, penned in red ink, lay nearby. Predominately expressing his inner turmoil, the letters also conveyed apologies to his wife and instructions to his daughter. The heart-wrenching notes were scribbled with affectionate mentions of his parents before concluding with words of love for his wife, daughter, and parents. On hearing the devastating news, Shinagorn’s wife and daughter travelled from their residence in Khlong Toei. They brought incense with them to bid farewell and apologise, beseeching him not to haunt their young daughter who was inconsolable and incessantly crying. The grieving child ceased her sobbing shortly after her mother lit the incense, reported Sanook. Interviews with Shinagorn’s kin revealed that his phone was left unattended outside his room. The discovery led his nephew to look for him in the bathroom where he found Shingorn’s dead body. By Samantha Rose Caption: Picture courtesy of Sanook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/migrant-worker-from-khon-kaen-found-dead-in-samut-prakan-shocking-discovery-stirs-unrest-in-labour-camp -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Highway halt: Thai woman nabbed for fake license plate and forgery in Bangkok Photo via Khaosod Thai Highway Police yesterday swooped to arrest a 37 year old woman and charged her with forgery of official documents and using a fake license plate on her car in Bangkok. The arrest took place at the bridge crossing Khlong Phraya Suren Canal, Karnchanapisek Road, heading into Bangna, Ongkharak District, Sai Mai District, Bangkok. She was driving a black BMW X3 car with a counterfeit red plate, bearing the number: Tor 9999, Bangkok. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303089-highway-halt-thai-woman-nabbed-for-fake-license-plate-and-forgery-in-bangkok/

Thai Highway Police yesterday swooped to arrest a 37 year old woman and charged her with forgery of official documents and using a fake license plate on her car in Bangkok. The arrest took place at the bridge crossing Khlong Phraya Suren Canal, Karnchanapisek Road, heading into Bangna, Ongkharak District, Sai Mai District, Bangkok. She was driving a black BMW X3 car with a counterfeit red plate, bearing the number: Tor 9999, Bangkok. The woman, Bussabong, was captured by highway police after witnessing her aggressive driving. They signalled her to stop for an inspection. During the check, the police found the car’s license plate to be fake. Additionally, Bussabong was unable to provide any details or evidence of owning the suspicious vehicle. Police then contacted the legitimate car ownership holder, a finance company. It was later revealed that the vehicle was previously the subject of a lawsuit by the company demanding the car owner return it due to defaulting on hire-purchase agreement payments over 25 consecutive times, spanning two years. Consequently, Bussabong was arrested while the fraudulent vehicle and fake license plate were confiscated as evidence. On investigation, Bussabong denied the charges. Nevertheless, she was sent to Kannayao Police Station for further legal proceedings. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo via Khaosod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/woman-arrested-in-bangkok-using-fake-number-plate-on-stolen-bmw -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Divine traffic jam: Giant Thai deity, Kru Kai Kaew, hits roadblock in Bangkok A giant Kru Kai Kaew got stuck at an underpass, causing traffic and piquing curiosity. (via FM91 Trafficpro Facebook) A giant sculpture of the renowned Thai deity Kru Kai Kaew or the Great Master Teacher, caused considerable traffic when it failed clear a bridge it was passing under in Ratchadaphisek, Bangkok. A humanoid with bird-like features, wings on its back and golden talons, the unusual sight sparked curiosity about the identity of the deity among bystanders. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303088-divine-traffic-jam-giant-thai-deity-kru-kai-kaew-hits-roadblock-in-bangkok/

A giant sculpture of the renowned Thai deity Kru Kai Kaew or the Great Master Teacher, caused considerable traffic when it failed clear a bridge it was passing under in Ratchadaphisek, Bangkok. A humanoid with bird-like features, wings on its back and golden talons, the unusual sight sparked curiosity about the identity of the deity among bystanders. Too tall to make it through the underpass, the stuck statue gained the attention of onlookers, and now the statue’s backstory has been revealed. The statue’s history is traced back to a monk in Lamphang province. The monk had gifted the statue of Kru Kai Kaew, often known as Great Master Teacher, to his student, Thawil Milinthajinda, an old-school Thai singer and former military musician. Thawil, in turn, passed it on to his student, Suchat Rattanasuk. Suchat Rattanasuk is recognised for establishing the first statues of Kru Kai Kaew in Thailand. Traditionally, figurines of the deity were small, measuring approximately two inches. The statue initially depicted a person sitting in a squatting position. However, Suchat, using a bit of creative license, drew an image of Kru Kai Kaew and cast the first statue standing tall, resembling an older person, reported KhaoSod. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: A giant Kru Kai Kaew got stuck at an underpass, causing traffic and piquing curiosity. (via FM91 Trafficpro Facebook) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/transport/giant-thai-kru-kai-kaew-deity-statue-stirs-curiosity-after-causing-traffic-chaos -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Thai sex pest blames mental health issue for sexually harassing underage schoolgirls Photo via facebook/ ศูนย์ข่าว ส.ว.ท Police finally swooped to arrest a Thai sex pest who harassed a number of underage schoolgirls in Bangkok after an intense two-week search. On arrest, the deviant blamed mental health issues as the reason for his perverted behaviour. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303087-thai-sex-pest-blames-mental-health-issue-for-sexually-harassing-underage-schoolgirls/

Police finally swooped to arrest a Thai sex pest who harassed a number of underage schoolgirls in Bangkok after an intense two-week search. On arrest, the deviant blamed mental health issues as the reason for his perverted behaviour. In July, several schoolgirls in Bangkok fell victim to the Thai pervert, later identified as 35 year old Jirayut Phomhom. According to Channel 3, Jirayut targeted girls in school uniforms who were travelling to school in the morning. When Jirayut met his target, he would approach them, pretend to get lost, and ask for directions from his teenage victims. He then got uncomfortably close to the girls and touched their genitals before fleeing the scene. The police received complaints from several victims but believe there were more who have not filed a complaint. A number of the incidents occurred in Bangkok near Romaneenart Park, on Nakong Thai Road, at Wan Chart Intersection, and in front of Triam Udom Suksa School between July 6 to July 26. Officers from several police stations in Bangkok spent over two weeks searching for the deviant and finally arrested him yesterday at his home in the central province of Nakhon Pathom. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via facebook/ ศูนย์ข่าว ส.ว.ท Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-sex-pest-blames-mental-health-issue-for-sexually-harassing-underage-schoolgirls -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Indian Tourist in Pattaya Injured in a Brawl with Fellow Indian Nationals Over a Thai Woman An Indian tourist in Pattaya was seriously injured after brawling with his compatriots, reportedly over a Thai woman. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303083-indian-tourist-in-pattaya-injured-in-a-brawl-with-fellow-indian-nationals-over-a-thai-woman/

An Indian tourist in Pattaya was seriously injured after brawling with his compatriots, reportedly over a Thai woman. The injured tourist, Mr. Ranbir K., 52, suffered a broken right arm and serious injuries to his right eye. He was reportedly involved in a brawl with a group of Indian nationals on Soi 16 in South Pattaya, Banglamung district, Chonburi province. The violence took place at 4:30 AM today, August 9th. Sawang Boriboon rescue services transported the victim to Bangkok Pattaya Hospital after patching him up. Subsequently, at the Pattaya police station, the other party involved in the incident, Mr. Mohak G, 28, arrived to give his statement to the Pattaya police regarding the brawl. Mohak alleged that he was the one who was attacked first by the supposed victim, Ranbir, who had allegedly approached him aggressively with a group of around 7-8 people. Mr. Mohak said that he only tried to defend himself and was able to escape without injuries. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/08/09/indian-tourist-in-pattaya-injured-in-a-brawl-with-fellow-indian-nationals-over-a-thai-woman/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Rice price hikes worry restaurant owners, some pass costs to diners The cost of rice is rising, as restaurants fight to profit without raising their prices. (via KhaoSod) Rice prices have begun to climb, causing restaurateurs concern about the cost of producing made-to-order meals. Despite this, some restaurants have opted not to increase prices, sympathising with their customers. They are instead appealing to the government to control the cost. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303077-rice-price-hikes-worry-restaurant-owners-some-pass-costs-to-diners/

Rice prices have begun to climb, causing restaurateurs concern about the cost of producing made-to-order meals. Despite this, some restaurants have opted not to increase prices, sympathising with their customers. They are instead appealing to the government to control the cost. The Ministry of Commerce directed related agencies to balance rice prices after a lull in rainfall from El Niño and India’s suspension of rice exports, causing global market costs to rise. Piriya Liaochareon, owner of a made-to-order food restaurant located in Ban Pong District, Ratchaburi Province, says that she has been running her business for six years with the majority of her customers from local communities. She set the sale price for rice dishes at 30 baht per plate, with some deluxe meal choices priced between 40 to 50 baht, reported KhaoSod. Each month, she has to buy two 15-kilogramme bags of unprocessed rice to sell to her customers and for family consumption. The sales price in July was 320 baht per bag. However, at the beginning of August, the selling price of rice was adjusted, an increase of 35 baht per bag. This makes a total of 355 baht, which equates to 2 baht per kilogramme. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: The cost of rice is rising, as restaurants fight to profit without raising their prices. (via KhaoSod) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/economy/rice-price-hikes-worry-thai-restaurant-owners-but-not-all-pass-costs-to-consumers -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Home Sweet Home horror game draws global attention to Thailand culture Home Sweet Home: Online partners with the TAT to bring attention to Thailand's cultural heritage. (via Home Sweet Home : Game Facebook) A remarkable partnership in Thailand is harnessing the power of online gaming to stimulate global interest in the country’s rich cultural heritage and potentially boost tourism. The launch of this pioneering project that matches the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) up with the popular horror game Home Sweet Home was announced yesterday in Bangkok. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303076-home-sweet-home-horror-game-draws-global-attention-to-thailand-culture/

A remarkable partnership in Thailand is harnessing the power of online gaming to stimulate global interest in the country’s rich cultural heritage and potentially boost tourism. The launch of this pioneering project that matches the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) up with the popular horror game Home Sweet Home was announced yesterday in Bangkok. The TAT has united forces with Yggdrazil Group, the team behind the popular series, and Ogilvy (Thailand) to unveil the much-anticipated online battle game, Home Sweet Home: Online. This innovative initiative is particularly aimed at enticing the vibrant Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Native Digitals across the world. TAT’s Deputy Governor for Digital Research and Development Nithee Seeprae explained that the Home Sweet Home series has already won the hearts of the gaming community with its thrilling storylines resonant with Thai beliefs, mysteries, and folklore. “We recognise the appeal of the horror-adventure Home Sweet Home game series among global tech-savvy people, gamers, and the superstitious in its storytelling that leverages Thai mythology, beliefs, and deep culture. By supporting the launch of the latest edition, we aim to inspire players to turn their in-game experience into an actual cultural and spiritual trip to Thailand.” The games are not just about entertainment but also educate players about Thai culture on a deeper level. It’s an intricate weave of fear and discovery. As players manoeuvre around ghosts and evil spirits and decipher cryptic puzzles, they also gain a progressive understanding of Thai superstitions. By Top Caption: Home Sweet Home: Online partners with the TAT to bring attention to Thailand's cultural heritage. (via Home Sweet Home : Game Facebook) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/technology/thailand-uses-home-sweet-home-horror-game-to-draw-global-attention-to-cultural-heritage -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Pheu Thai Holds Talks with Move Forward BANGKOK, Aug 9 (TNA) – Pheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew and Paetongtarn Shinawatra have led the team to hold talks with the Move Forward party for the first time after it broke away from the MOU of the formation of the eight-party coalition and sidelined the Move Forward party. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303074-pheu-thai-holds-talks-with-move-forward/

BANGKOK, Aug 9 (TNA) – Pheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew and Paetongtarn Shinawatra have led the team to hold talks with the Move Forward party for the first time after it broke away from the MOU of the formation of the eight-party coalition and sidelined the Move Forward party. The Pheu Thai team, also comprising deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai, secretary-general Prasert Chantararuangthong and party-list MP Suriya Juangroongruangkit walked from the Pheu Thai headquarters to the nearby Thai Summit Tower Wednesday afternoon. It is expected that Pheu Thai will ask for support from the MFP to vote for Pheu Thai candidate in the next prime ministerial vote to break the political deadlock. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1220727 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Thailand and China Agree to Combat Transnational Crime BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai and Chinese governments are joining forces to take on transnational crime, including call center scams and cybercrime. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303071-thailand-and-china-agree-to-combat-transnational-crime/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai and Chinese governments are joining forces to take on transnational crime, including call center scams and cybercrime. Thai Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan met with Xu Ganlu, Vice Minister of Public Security and Commissioner of the National Immigration Administration of China, during a meeting held at the Government House on Tuesday (8 Aug). Both parties discussed a range of topics, with a priority on strengthening bilateral cooperation to effectively suppress criminal activities that transcend national borders. Gen Prawit underscored the importance of Thai-Chinese diplomatic ties in Thailand’s foreign policies. He further expressed satisfaction with recent progress in bilateral relations, a sentiment reinforced by key official visits. Vice Minister Xu announced that both countries have agreed to strengthen their collaboration in implementing laws against transnational crime, while also expanding immigration opportunities. He added that China would greatly appreciate Thailand’s assistance with law enforcement along the Mekong River. During the meeting, Gen Prawit also took the opportunity to express his condolences to China in the wake of the recent devastating floods that have afflicted various cities, including the capital Beijing. Additionally, Gen Prawit and Vice Minister Xu will participate in the 26th ASEAN Directors-General of Immigration Departments and Heads of Consular Affairs Divisions of Ministries of Foreign Affairs Meeting (DGICM) scheduled from August 7-11 on the island province of Phuket. By Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230809143838205 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-08-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Move Forward Convenes to Discuss Future Policies BANGKOK (NNT) - In a recent meeting of the Move Forward Party, members of parliament (MPs) from various districts were instructed to visit their local constituencies and gather public opinions on the prime ministerial voting process. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303070-move-forward-convenes-to-discuss-future-policies/