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Passenger numbers on Yellow Line train drop now fares are being charged Fewer passengers are using the Yellow Line train service, from Lat Phrao to Samrong in Samut Prakan province, since the operator, Eastern Bangkok Monorail Company Limited (EBM), started charging passengers on Monday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299929-passenger-numbers-on-yellow-line-train-drop-now-fares-are-being-charged/

Fewer passengers are using the Yellow Line train service, from Lat Phrao to Samrong in Samut Prakan province, since the operator, Eastern Bangkok Monorail Company Limited (EBM), started charging passengers on Monday. According to the Department of Rail, the number has dropped to an average of between 30,000 and 40,000 per trip between end stations since EBM started charging the passengers, compared to up to 92,000 passengers per trip recorded on June 30th, during the free trial period, which began on June 3rd. During rush hours, the train leaves every five minutes and every ten minutes during off-peak hours. The entire distance is 30.4km, covering 23 stations. There are two parking lots, at Sri Iam and Lat Phrao stations. #news Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/passenger-numbers-on-yellow-line-train-drop-now-fares-are-being-charged/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Thai stock regulator files fraud charges against execs and major shareholder of Stark Corp The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a formal complaint with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) today (Thursday), against six individuals, who are former and active executives and a major shareholder of Stark Corp, an industrial cable maker, and four companies, for financial misconduct, ranging from doctoring financial statements, accounting irregularities and hiding information from the public regarding the sale of debentures to public fraud. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299928-thai-stock-regulator-files-fraud-charges-against-execs-and-major-shareholder-of-stark-corp/

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a formal complaint with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) today (Thursday), against six individuals, who are former and active executives and a major shareholder of Stark Corp, an industrial cable maker, and four companies, for financial misconduct, ranging from doctoring financial statements, accounting irregularities and hiding information from the public regarding the sale of debentures to public fraud. The SEC has also submitted the case to the Anti-Money Laundering Office, for consideration of impounding the assets of the accused. Those named in the complaint include major shareholder Vonnarat Tangkaravakoon, former chairman Chanin Yensudchai and former chief financial officer Sathar Chantrasettalead, Adisorn Songkhla Company, Phelps Dodge International (Thailand) Company (PDITL) and Thai Cable International Company (TCI). #news Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-stock-regulator-files-fraud-charges-against-execs-and-major-shareholder-of-stark-corp/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

United Thai Nation party will not nominate leader for PM : Akanat File photo : Pirapan Salirathavibhaga United Thai Nation party has no intention to nominate its leader to compete for the premiership, said the party’s secretary general Akanat Promphan on Thursday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299927-united-thai-nation-party-will-not-nominate-leader-for-pm-akanat/

United Thai Nation party has no intention to nominate its leader to compete for the premiership, said the party’s secretary general Akanat Promphan on Thursday. He dismissed as groundless the rumours in some media that the party wishes to compete with the Move Forward party for the premiership, by nominating Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, who is the party’s prime ministerial candidate. “The party has only 36 MPs, so it could not be at the core in forming the government and it does not support a minority government, which would make administration difficult,” Akanat said. Caption: File photo : Pirapan Salirathavibhaga #news Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/united-thai-nation-party-will-not-nominate-leader-for-pm-akanat/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here.

Malaysians Lead the Pack as Thailand Welcomes 13 Million International Tourists Thailand has welcomed 13 million international tourists from the beginning of this year to June 25th, with Malaysian tourists spearheading the influx. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299855-malaysians-lead-the-pack-as-thailand-welcomes-13-million-international-tourists/

Thailand has welcomed 13 million international tourists from the beginning of this year to June 25th, with Malaysian tourists spearheading the influx. This remarkable number is considered a 63.5% increase compared to the pre-COVID-19 outbreak in 2019, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. It is also five times higher than the same period in 2022. Among these arrivals, the top five countries, including Malaysia, China, India, South Korea, and Vietnam contribute to over 48.6%. By Tanakorn Panyadee #news Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/07/05/malaysians-lead-the-pack-as-thailand-welcomes-13-million-international-tourists/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-07-05 - 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.

No time limit for selection of PM : House speaker-elect House speaker-elect Wan Muhamad Noor Matha said Wednesday that there is no limit to how many times parliament will meet to select the prime minister and Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat will not necessarily be the sole prime ministerial candidate. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299832-parliament-to-select-new-prime-minister-on-july-13/?do=findComment&comment=18184582

No time limit for selection of PM : House speaker-elect House speaker-elect Wan Muhamad Noor Matha said Wednesday that there is no limit to how many times parliament will meet to select the prime minister and Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat will not necessarily be the sole prime ministerial candidate. He said that one joint meeting of the House and Senate may be enough, if Pita can muster the combined support of 376 MPs and senators. He maintains that parliament is mandated by the Constitution to find the prime minister, adding “we must try until a prime minister can be selected, because we cannot govern the country without one.” #news Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/no-time-limit-for-selection-of-pm-house-speaker-elect/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-05 - 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.

Family dispute turns fatal, three killed in Khon Kaen dinner altercation Photo courtesy of KhaoSod In a tragic turn of events, three people lost their lives in a violent incident in the Nong Song Hong district of Khon Kaen province. The unfortunate event last night unfolded when a family dispute over dinner escalated into deadly violence, taking the lives of a woman, her daughter, and their son-in-law. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299849-family-dispute-turns-fatal-three-killed-in-khon-kaen-dinner-altercation/

In a tragic turn of events, three people lost their lives in a violent incident in the Nong Song Hong district of Khon Kaen province. The unfortunate event last night unfolded when a family dispute over dinner escalated into deadly violence, taking the lives of a woman, her daughter, and their son-in-law. The family dispute culminated in a reported shooting incident within a resident’s home at Nong Waeng Tor located in Khum Chard district, Nong Song Hong, Khon Kaen. The victims were identified as 52 year old Sathaporn, 47 year old, Gaysorn, the homeowner’s daughter and Sathaporn’s wife, and 71 year old Hong, who was inundated with gunshot injuries. Medical officers tried to save Hong’s life en route to the hospital but were unsuccessful. As the investigation continued, the reporter went to the incident scene, where the villagers and the relatives of the victims had assembled along with the bodies of Gaysorn and Hong, preparing for funeral rites. Among those present was Sa, a 64 year old relative of the deceased. He revealed that Sathaporn had a history of violence, and despite Gaysorn’s attempts to modify his behaviour, Sathaporn remained unchanged. In a separate account, 74 year old Nu, the father in law of the assailant, recalled that Sathaporn, who had been living with his daughter for four to five years, had a fiery temper and was also possessive. Whenever his daughter’s family or friends came to visit, there often sparked an altercation between the couple. When the quarrels escalated, Sathaporn would brandish a .38 calibre pistol, leading to fear among the household members reported KhaoSod. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/family-dispute-turns-fatal-as-three-killed-in-khon-kaen-dinner-altercation -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

British student’s harrowing balcony plunge leaves him fighting for life in a Thailand hospital Picture courtesy of the Heathcock family A British student is fighting for his life in hospital after a harrowing fall from a hotel balcony in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299848-british-student’s-harrowing-balcony-plunge-leaves-him-fighting-for-life-in-a-thailand-hospital/

A British student is fighting for his life in hospital after a harrowing fall from a hotel balcony in Thailand. The 21 year old Teesside University student is unconscious in a Thai hospital suffering from major internal and external injuries following a plunge from a balcony in Chiang Mai. Jack Heathcock had been on what his sister Chloe described as a ‘dream backpacking adventure’ around Thailand with two friends when the unfortunate incident occurred on June 17. The nursing student was due to return to Middlesbrough in the North-East of England on June 19 but he fell from a third storey balcony in the northern Thailand city of Chiang Mai, where he is now fighting for his life. Heathcock was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he underwent multiple surgeries to address damage to his spleen, liver, and kidneys, as well as injuries including a lung bleed, brain trauma, and fractures to his neck and pelvis. Despite the passage of more than two weeks, the British student remains in critical condition, and his family is desperately seeking a way to bring him back home, reported the Teesside Gazette. Upon receiving news of the accident from their son’s friend, Jack’s parents, Ian and Joy Heathcock, wasted no time and flew to Thailand to be by his side. Although Jack had travel insurance, the family claims that the insurance company is refusing to cover the costs associated with his treatment. By Bob Scott Caption: Picture courtesy of the Heathcock family #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/chiang-mai/british-students-harrowing-balcony-plunge-leaves-him-fighting-for-life-in-a-thailand-hospital -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

Verbal abuse of Singaporean tourist leads to Phuket van driver being fined 1,000 baht Photo courtesy of The Phuket News In a show of justice for tourists in Phuket, a 47 year old van driver who verbally abused a tourist last Sunday has been legally reprimanded. The driver was imposed with a fine of 1,000 baht by the local court for frightening others with the use of threat (intimidation). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299847-verbal-abuse-of-singaporean-tourist-leads-to-phuket-van-driver-being-fined-1000-baht/

In a show of justice for tourists in Phuket, a 47 year old van driver who verbally abused a tourist last Sunday has been legally reprimanded. The driver was imposed with a fine of 1,000 baht by the local court for frightening others with the use of threat (intimidation). In an online statement, Phuket Provincial Police revealed that the driver, Poramet, met his charge of causing terror by threats head-on and confessed in court. According to Section 78 of the Criminal Code, as relayed by the police, his straightforward confession helped him cut his sentence by half. However, it remains unclear whether the fine of 1,000 baht was imposed before or after this reduction in his punishment. Interestingly, the police did not refer to Poramet by his name in their official statement, but simply as “Mr Boy,” claiming this was an intentional measure to avoid revealing his identity. The police statement reveals that Poramet had a verbal spat tussle with Faris Bin Abdulkadir, a 35 year old Singaporean tourist, on the bustling Ratsada Road in Phuket Town last Sunday. This altercation took place in front of a local coffee shop, reported The Phuket News. Abdulkadir was travelling with 10 other passengers from the Pack-Up Hotel in Krabi to Phuket in Poramet’s van. Requesting a drop-off at the Grand Supicha City Hotel, where he had secured a reservation, Abdulkadir was met with Poramet’s refusal. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo courtesy of The Phuket News #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/phuket-van-driver-fined-b1000-after-verbal-spat-with-singaporean-tourist -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

Gunshots fired during altercation between foreigner and locals in Phuket Photo by The Phuket Express A heated argument between a man from Myanmar and a group of Thais escalated into a Wild West shootout. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299846-gunshots-fired-during-altercation-between-foreigner-and-locals-in-phuket/

A heated argument between a man from Myanmar and a group of Thais escalated into a Wild West shootout. Kathu Police were alerted to the incident at 6.30am this morning in front of a rental room complex on Soi Suea Lueang. Upon receiving the report, law enforcement personnel quickly arrived at the scene to assess the situation. Evidence at the scene revealed the presence of 15 spent bullet cartridges in front of the rental room complex. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported as a result of the incident. However, the loud gunshots caused concern among nearby residents, prompting some to remain indoors for their safety, The Phuket Express reported. Witnesses at the scene provided an account of the altercation, stating that it involved multiple Thais and a man from Myanmar. The Myanmar national sought refuge in a nearby work camp within the Soi as the Thai group pursued him. Upon reaching the camp, the Thai individuals confronted other workers, demanding information about the whereabouts of the Myanmar man. By Tara Abhasakun Caption: Photo by The Phuket Express #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/gunshots-fired-during-altercation-between-foreigner-and-locals-in-phuket -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

Chon Buri police and victims seek joint probe in extortion case worth 140 million baht Photo courtesy of talk-business.co.uk Chon Buri Police and the Victims’ Crime Aid Society president, Achariya Ruangratanapong, lodged a formal complaint at the Attorney General’s Office calling for a joint investigation into a 140 million baht extortion gambling case. The plea was made today, alleging that several officers unfairly faced accusations in the scandal. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299845-chon-buri-police-and-victims-seek-joint-probe-in-extortion-case-worth-140-million-baht/

Chon Buri Police and the Victims’ Crime Aid Society president, Achariya Ruangratanapong, lodged a formal complaint at the Attorney General’s Office calling for a joint investigation into a 140 million baht extortion gambling case. The plea was made today, alleging that several officers unfairly faced accusations in the scandal. Achariya highlighted that several police officers, innocently implicated, have been summoned to hear the web gambling charges at the police club. He wants Pol. Lt. Gen. Surachate ‘Big Joke’ Hakparn, deputy chief of the Royal Thai Police, to ensure justice – especially for those officers not involved in any wrongdoing. During the alleged web gambling extortion, police lieutenant Somboon Buddalert received orders to assist with the search on the day of the arrest. He was asked to read an arrest warrant to the suspects at a house in the Khan Na Yao district and transfer them to the Chon Buri police. He denies any awareness of the 140 million baht web gambling extortion and reportedly remained uninformed until he faced four instant charges brought to him at the police club. The issue of justice is contentious in the light of these accusations. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo courtesy of talk-business.co.uk #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/chonburi-police-and-victims-aid-society-seek-joint-probe-in-web-gambling-extortion-case-worth-140m-thai-baht -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s wealth disclosure unveils assets of 85 million baht PHOTO: Facebook/Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์ The Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) today revealed details of the financial standing of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat. The details, intriguing as they are, highlight the scale and spread of his assets and liabilities, which total 85 million baht (US$2.4 million) and 20 million baht (US$573,000) respectively, Sanook reported. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299844-mfp-leader-pita-limjaroenrat’s-wealth-disclosure-unveils-assets-of-85-million-baht/

The Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) today revealed details of the financial standing of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat. The details, intriguing as they are, highlight the scale and spread of his assets and liabilities, which total 85 million baht (US$2.4 million) and 20 million baht (US$573,000) respectively, Sanook reported. Pita’s assets consist of cash totalling 1.8 million baht (US$51,600), bank deposits spread across 27 accounts amounting to 286,045.7 baht (US$8,200), investments valued at 1,346,698.98 baht (US$38,600), and a loan of 15 million baht (US$430,000) lent to Phasin Limjaroenrat, his shared biological sibling. This loan was issued on December 15, 2020. Among the MFP leader’s more tangible assets, he owns a piece of land valued at 18 million baht (US$516,000) in Wang Pong, Pranburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, spanning 14 acres. He acquired this plot on April 10, 2017. In addition, a condominium in Khlong Thanon, Watthana, Bangkok is part of his wealth, priced at 15 million baht (US$430,000). His mobile assets include an automobile, priced at 2 million baht (US$57,300) and two motorcycles, along with an electric bicycle, totalling 2.14 million baht (US$61,400). In a rather unorthodox revelation, they listed other assets valued at 12,036,990 baht (US$345,000). It includes three mobile phones, 16 suites, 76 neckties, 21 pairs of shoes, 10 wristwatches and eight relics. In terms of liabilities, he has overdrawn 807,414 baht (US$23,000) from his account with the rest, 19,932,762.02 baht (US$572,000), arising from credit guarantees. Pita claimed that he took a loan on April 14, 2020. By Samantha Rose Caption: PHOTO: Facebook/Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์ #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/politics/ex-mp-phitha-limcharoenrats-wealth-disclosure-unveils-assets-of-85-million-baht-2 -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

Pattani conflict escalates: Negotiator killed Photo by Abdullah Benjakat, Bangkok Post An escalation in the conflict between armed militia and security forces in Pattani province yesterday saw two fatalities and one arrest. In a coordinated operation, government forces succeeded in fatally shooting an armed militant and detaining a woman. The unfortunate loss of a local official, who was involved in peaceful negotiations, also transpired amidst the crossfire. The incident took place in the Khok Pho district. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299842-pattani-conflict-escalates-negotiator-killed/

An escalation in the conflict between armed militia and security forces in Pattani province yesterday saw two fatalities and one arrest. In a coordinated operation, government forces succeeded in fatally shooting an armed militant and detaining a woman. The unfortunate loss of a local official, who was involved in peaceful negotiations, also transpired amidst the crossfire. The incident took place in the Khok Pho district. The event occurred as a government force made up of 50 officers moved in on a residence in Khuan Lamae, a village in the Na Ket sub-district, at around 2am yesterday. Acting upon information that suspected militants involved in the recent death of a local police officer were holed up in this dwelling, the force took tactical action. A bloody battle incident followed as gunshots were hailed from the house, dreadfully causing the death of Armakosee Hayeeloh, the assistant village chief. In an attempt to peacefully resolve the matter, the authorities had involved local leaders, including Armakosee, to encourage the house inhabitants to peacefully surrender. This approach, however, was met with gunfire that led to Armakosee’s unfortunate demise. A law enforcement official said… “On firing back at the house and once the shooting ceased, we entered the premises.” By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo by Abdullah Benjakat, Bangkok Post #news Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/pattani-province-conflict-escalates-armed-militant-neutralised-local-peace-negotiator-killed -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-05 - 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.

Marine department pushing for cruise ship terminals in Phuket, Pattaya, Samui Facebook/Phuket Sumo Transfer Service Officials at Thailand’s Marine Department have put forward a proposal to develop dedicated cruise ship terminals in Phuket, Pattaya and on Koh Samui. The Bangkok Post reports that the department says the terminals would enable these key destinations to tap into a fast-growing tourism market. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299841-marine-department-pushing-for-cruise-ship-terminals-in-phuket-pattaya-samui/