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Man with terminal cancer killed by train in Kanchanaburi PHOTO: Unsplash A 54 year old man in the final stage of tracheal cancer was tragically killed after being run over by a train in Kanchanaburi’s Muang district. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon when the man, identified as Suparp, lay down on the tracks near a railway station with a cloth covering his face. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293704-man-with-terminal-cancer-killed-by-train-in-kanchanaburi/

PHOTO: Unsplash A 54 year old man in the final stage of tracheal cancer was tragically killed after being run over by a train in Kanchanaburi’s Muang district. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon when the man, identified as Suparp, lay down on the tracks near a railway station with a cloth covering his face. Police Captain Thammarat Sukhiwong, a Muang police investigator, reported that the accident took place around 5.30pm, shortly after train 259 (Thon Buri-Nam Tok) left Wang Yen railway station in tambon Wang Yen, heading towards Nam Tok station. The train driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, told authorities that the train was still in the process of accelerating when he spotted the man lying on the tracks in front of him. Although he applied the brakes immediately, the driver was unable to stop the train in time, resulting in the train running over Suparp and sadly cutting him in half. Suparp’s younger sister informed authorities that her brother, who was suffering from the final stages of windpipe cancer, resided in a house approximately 200 metres from the railway. Due to his condition, Suparp was unable to eat properly and had to be tube-fed. In the past, he had attempted to take his own life by inserting a finger into an electrical socket. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/man-with-terminal-cancer-killed-by-train-in-kanchanaburi -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Close Call: Dozy Thai driver survives after car plunges into ditch in Rayong A Thai driver travelling from Chon Buri‘s Bowin sub-district to Rayong province suffered non-fatal injuries after his vehicle plunged into a ditch in the Banglamung district. The driver later admitted to having dozed off at the wheel. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293703-close-call-dozy-thai-driver-survives-after-car-plunges-into-ditch-in-rayong/

A Thai driver travelling from Chon Buri‘s Bowin sub-district to Rayong province suffered non-fatal injuries after his vehicle plunged into a ditch in the Banglamung district. The driver later admitted to having dozed off at the wheel. A black Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck veered off Highway No. 331 near the Forest Department, heading inbound to Sattahip district, before crashing into a road railing and falling into a ditch dividing the road. The accident occurred at 3am today in the Khao Mai Kaeo sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri. Rescuers from the Sawang Boriboon team arrived on the scene to free the Thai driver, 43 year old Sakchai Phleaplu, who was trapped in the wreckage of his vehicle. After complaining of tightness in his chest, Sakchai was transported to a nearby hospital for further examination and treatment. Upon speaking with Huay Yai Police officers who responded to the accident, Sakchai revealed that he had been on his way back to his home in Rayong after watching Mor Lam, a traditional style of music from Northeastern Thailand, in the Bowin area. The driver confessed to falling asleep at the wheel, which led to the crash. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/pattaya/driver-dozes-off-and-crashes-into-ditch-in-banglamung-district -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Drunk cop abandons car blocking traffic in northeast Thailand Photo via KhaoSod Yesterday, a drunk police officer parked his car in the middle of the road in Udon Thani province in northeast Thailand when he needed to pee. Upon his return, his wheel had been clamped. He attempted to drive the clamped vehicle before fleeing. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293702-drunk-cop-abandons-car-blocking-traffic-in-northeast-thailand/

Photo via KhaoSod Yesterday, a drunk police officer parked his car in the middle of the road in Udon Thani province in northeast Thailand when he needed to pee. Upon his return, his wheel had been clamped. He attempted to drive the clamped vehicle before fleeing. Officers at Mueang Udon Thani Police Station were informed that someone with a police officer’s uniform was attempting to drive their clamped car after blocking traffic at the entrance of Soi Benjang 1, Benjang Road, Udon Thani district, reports CH7. Police rushed to the scene to find the aforementioned sedan with the front right wheel clamped. The doors were unlocked but the driver was nowhere to be found. Upon clamping the vehicle, traffic police left a note tucked into the windscreen wipers for the owner. Inside the car, police found a police officer’s uniform and ID. It turns out the owner of the car is a real police officer with the rank of Police Senior Sergeant Major, under Kut Chap Police Station in Udon Thani province, northeast Thailand. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/drunk-cop-abandons-car-blocking-traffic-in-northeast-thailand -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Young boy saves coins to buy gold ring for his mother Photo Courtesy of Sanook Despite his young age, a big-hearted primary school boy saves coins to buy a gold ring for his mother, diligently collecting enough to fill a small safe. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293701-young-boy-saves-coins-to-buy-gold-ring-for-his-mother/

Photo Courtesy of Sanook Despite his young age, a big-hearted primary school boy saves coins to buy a gold ring for his mother, diligently collecting enough to fill a small safe. A TikTok user with the account name zumo4422 recently posted an inspiring video of a young boy carrying coins he had saved to buy a gold ring for his mother. The collected coins were all personally saved by the little boy. The shop where the boy planned to buy the gold ring was called Phutthasilp Goldsmith, located within the Thai Complex in Mueang Mahasarakham, Mahasarakham province. The post’s caption states: “A primary school boy saved money in a small safe to buy gold for his mother. He saw on TikTok that this shop accepts coins, so he brought his mother along. #PhutthasilpGoldsmithThaiComplex” In the video, the boy opens his small safe, which is packed with carefully bagged coins for his mother’s gold ring. He tells his mother to choose a ring herself before putting the gold ring on her finger. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/young-boy-saves-coins-to-buy-gold-ring-for-his-mother -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

MFP to avoid joining inter-bloc coalition government after upcoming election PHOTO: พรรคก้าวไกล - Move Forward Party The Move Forward Party (MFP) has announced that they will not be participating in any “inter-bloc” coalition government after the forthcoming election, according to Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, the party’s campaign assistant. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293699-mfp-to-avoid-joining-inter-bloc-coalition-government-after-upcoming-election/

PHOTO: พรรคก้าวไกล - Move Forward Party The Move Forward Party (MFP) has announced that they will not be participating in any “inter-bloc” coalition government after the forthcoming election, according to Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, the party’s campaign assistant. During a campaign rally yesterday in Samut Sakhon, Piyabutr stated that the MFP would avoid joining a government formed through “inter-bloc breeding”. This seems to be a reference to a coalition containing both pro-democracy and pro-dictatorship parties. Piyabutr, a prominent Progressive Movement (PM) figure, claimed that the MFP would prefer to be an opposition party in such a situation. Despite critics attempting to find wrongdoing against the party, Piyabutr mentioned that the party’s popularity had grown substantially in several opinion polls, gaining public support for MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister. The party’s success is attributed to the clear tasks outlined, which would be executed during the first 100 days of an MFP government. Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, PM chairman and an election campaign staffer of the MFP, admitted that leading the next government would present the MFP with significant challenges. Among these include military reform, devolving administrative powers, and dismantling some business monopolies held by major players. Nevertheless, Thanathorn emphasises that the government must invest in new technologies and science as tools to increase the country’s competitive edge in exports and job creation. He refutes the claims of the MFP being considered an extremist party, stressing that it advocates progressive policies. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/mfp-to-avoid-joining-inter-bloc-coalition-government-after-upcoming-election -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

TDRI warns political parties of excessive campaign spending and economic risk Image Courtesy of Bangkok Post The Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) has issued a warning to major political parties that their primary election campaign projects might be unnecessary as an economic stimulus, given that the country is not currently experiencing a recession. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293698-tdri-warns-political-parties-of-excessive-campaign-spending-and-economic-risk/

Image Courtesy of Bangkok Post The Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) has issued a warning to major political parties that their primary election campaign projects might be unnecessary as an economic stimulus, given that the country is not currently experiencing a recession. Yesterday, TDRI published a report intended to study and analyse the budget management of political parties, offering recommendations for adapting their future strategies. The analysis focused on the policies of six leading political parties: Pheu Thai, Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), United Thai Nation (UTN) Party, Democrat Party, Bhumjaithai Party, and Move Forward Party (MFP). The TDRI discovered that most parties proposed policies which may lead to excessive budget spending if they were elected to office. This could negatively impact the economy, increasing public debt and threatening economic stability, reports Bangkok Post. The institute also highlighted that the majority of their financial policies could lead to increased financial burdens. As of last month, policies from four parties amounted to a combined cost of one trillion baht. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/politics/tdri-warns-political-parties-of-excessive-campaign-spending-and-economic-risk -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Upcoming public holidays and impact on immigration office hours Thailand is gearing up for three upcoming public holidays that will temporarily shut down government offices, including immigration departments. The first of these holidays, Coronation Day, falls on Thursday, May 4, and will be followed by a “bridge” continuation day on Friday, May 5. The Thai government announced these additional holidays last year as a means to boost domestic tourism as the country started recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293697-upcoming-public-holidays-and-impact-on-immigration-office-hours/

Thailand is gearing up for three upcoming public holidays that will temporarily shut down government offices, including immigration departments. The first of these holidays, Coronation Day, falls on Thursday, May 4, and will be followed by a “bridge” continuation day on Friday, May 5. The Thai government announced these additional holidays last year as a means to boost domestic tourism as the country started recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Following the May 4 and May 5 closures, immigration offices across the country will resume operations on Monday, May 8, opening their doors at 8.30am. Later in the month, another public holiday will occur on Wednesday, May 17, which marks the Royal Ploughing Ceremony. Consequently, immigration offices will remain closed on this day as well. These multiple public holidays provide ample opportunities for locals and residents alike to enjoy extended weekends within the nation. These breaks are intended to stimulate domestic tourism, thereby assisting Thailand’s economy as it rebounds from the detrimental effects of the health crisis. It’s worth noting that during these closures, those in need of immigration services, such as passport renewals or visa extensions, should plan accordingly to avoid unnecessary inconveniences. This includes completing any essential transactions before the public holidays or waiting until the immigration offices reopen following these breaks. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/pattaya/upcoming-public-holidays-and-their-impact-on-immigration-office-hours -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

700,000 tonnes of fresh durian expected to be sent to China this year BANGKOK (NNT) - The agriculture ministry aims to export no less than 700,000 tonnes of fresh durian to China this year, generating about 100 billion baht of revenue for Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293696-700000-tonnes-of-fresh-durian-expected-to-be-sent-to-china-this-year/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The agriculture ministry aims to export no less than 700,000 tonnes of fresh durian to China this year, generating about 100 billion baht of revenue for Thailand. Government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri said China is receiving Thai products very well at the moment. This is especially true for durians from Thailand, which are highly popular in the Chinese market and whose popularity has a tendency to grow. The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives expects Thailand to export no less than 700,000 tonnes of fresh durian to China during this year’s fruit harvest season in Thailand’s Eastern Region. This would generate an income of about 100 billion baht for the country. Mr. Anucha noted that the high demand for Thai durian resulted from cooperation between state and private sector organizations. These include durian exporters, Thai-Chinese agricultural products associations, and the Association of Thai Durian Producers. The said entities have worked to control the production process at every step of the way so the produce would be up to standard. The spokesman added that Thailand’s tourism sector is also receiving a good response from China. He cited China’s Civil Aviation Administration figures pointing to Thailand being among the top 5 destinations for flights departing from China, during April 10-16. Mr. Anucha said the government is ready to support Thai products and services with good potential so they would be able to compete in the Chinese as well as the global market. A focus will be on maintaining quality and compliance with international standards, which would then result in greater confidence being placed in the products and services. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230502085702235 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

FTA Products Fair being held at Ministry of Commerce until Wednesday BANGKOK (NNT) - To promote Thai entrepreneurs’ utilization of free trade agreements (FTAs) the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN) is holding an “FTA Products Fair” offering premium items from about 40 Thai manufacturers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293695-fta-products-fair-being-held-at-ministry-of-commerce-until-wednesday/

BANGKOK (NNT) - To promote Thai entrepreneurs’ utilization of free trade agreements (FTAs) the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN) is holding an “FTA Products Fair” offering premium items from about 40 Thai manufacturers. DTN Director-General Auramon Supthaweethum said her department has continually promoted the use of the FTAs Thailand has with trade partners among entrepreneurs, farmers, cooperatives, and community enterprises. The leveraging of the 14 FTAs with 18 countries has enabled the trade value between Thailand and trade partners to grow by 270% over the past 10 years. She said the DTN will continue to lead FTA negotiations and the focus will now be on European Union countries, the European Free Trade Association, and the United Arab Emirates. The director-general expects new FTAs as well as revised FTAs to come into play by early or mid-2024. On the occasion of the DTN’s 81st anniversary, the department is holding an “FTA Products Fair” that brings together about 40 entrepreneurs, farmers, cooperatives, and community enterprises who have set up booths to offer their products. Modern trade store representatives have also been invited to the fair to observe the goods on offer and thus increase opportunities for the makers of the products who want to expand their markets. The representatives hailed from Central Food Retail, Lotus’s, Makro, and Thailand Post. Aside from products sale, the fair offers activities such as “golden minute” special discounts, a consultation clinic for matters relevant to FTAs and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), consultation on international trade, and information about trade partners’ import tariffs. Those interested may visit the fair until May 3rd at the Ministry of Commerce. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230502085202229 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

EC Rejects Cabinet Request for Power Cost Relief Budget BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet’s request for the approval of a 10.1 billion baht central budget to help ease the burden of electricity costs for the public has been rejected by the Election Commission (EC). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293691-ec-rejects-cabinet-request-for-power-cost-relief-budget/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet’s request for the approval of a 10.1 billion baht central budget to help ease the burden of electricity costs for the public has been rejected by the Election Commission (EC). Deputy Prime Minister Dr Wissanu Krea-ngam said the documents have been resubmitted to the EC, along with a Cabinet resolution outlining the reasons for the budget as requested by the EC. Dr Wissanu clarified that there were some minor issues due to lack of prior consultation on whether the central budget request should be submitted to the EC before or after receiving Cabinet’s approval. However, he said he believes that the process should not be complicated and should take no more than one week, as the EC holds meetings on a weekly basis. He added that even if EC members are traveling abroad, it should not affect the process as they rotate travel schedules. The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that if the Cabinet does not request EC approval, the central budget cannot be used. This is in accordance with Article 169, which prohibits the appointment or transfer of government officials, undertaking commitments to the next government, or using the central budget unless it has been approved by the EC and is only for urgent and necessary allocations. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230502105609288 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

COVID-19 infections on the rise with 1,811 cases and 10 deaths last week COVID-19 infections in Thailand between 23rd and 29th of April increased to 1,811, or an average of 258 cases a day, and ten deaths, according to the Department of Disease Control. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293690-covid-19-infections-on-the-rise-with-1811-cases-and-10-deaths-last-week/

COVID-19 infections in Thailand between 23rd and 29th of April increased to 1,811, or an average of 258 cases a day, and ten deaths, according to the Department of Disease Control. So far this year, 8,382 people have been infected and treated at hospitals. Of these, 288 have died, 157 suffered lung infections and 79 were put on ventilators. According to the department, 144 million doses of vaccine have been given to Thai people, including 57.2 million first inoculations, 53.7 million second doses and 33 million third doses. Dr. Thira Woratanarat, a doctor at the Faculty of Medicine of Chulalongkorn University, said that the actual number of infections between 23rd and 29th of April may, however, actually be between 12,936 and 17,967, when allowing for the many cases which go unreported and do not seek treatment at hospitals. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/covid-19-infections-on-the-rise-with-1811-cases-and-10-deaths-last-week/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai chess team eyes 4 golds in SEA Games despite questionable arbiter decisions Thailand’s national chess team at the SEA Games in Cambodia is not discouraged by the questionable arbiter decisions of the Cambodian host and expects to win four out of seven golds in the chess competition. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293689-thai-chess-team-eyes-4-golds-in-sea-games-despite-questionable-arbiter-decisions/

Thailand’s national chess team at the SEA Games in Cambodia is not discouraged by the questionable arbiter decisions of the Cambodian host and expects to win four out of seven golds in the chess competition. Questions have been raised over the arbiter decisions in two games, one between a Thai player and a Cambodian and the other between a Thai and a Vietnamese player. In the game between Thai chess player Tupfah Khumnorkaew and his Cambodian rival, the Cambodian arbiter decided that the game was a draw, on the grounds that Tupfah made a foul move, forcing the Cambodian player to refuse to continue the game. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-chess-team-eyes-4-golds-in-sea-games-despite-questionable-arbiter-decisions/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-02 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Phuket police suspect driver fell asleep after minivan crashes into guardrail Police believe a Phuket driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel after his minivan ploughed into a roadside guardrail. The Phuket News reports that the incident happened at around 5:40am yesterday, April 30, on the Patong to Kamala road. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293620-phuket-police-suspect-driver-fell-asleep-after-minivan-crashes-into-guardrail/