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The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a meeting this afternoon (Thursday) with representatives of the Army and the Air Force, as well as officials of the Thai Embassy in Cairo, to discuss evacuation plans for Thai citizens living in Sudan, following an escalation in fighting between government and rebel forces. Spokesperson for the ministry, Kanchana Patarachoke, said today that they have expressed serious concern for the safety of about 300 Thais living in Sudan, including about 200 Thai Muslim students, studying at the International University of Africa and Khartoum, and 100 others who have been working there or are married to Sudanese men. The Sudan Armed Forces have been engaged in fierce fighting with the rebel Rapid Support Forces in and around Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, and other cities, since April 15th. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-foreign-ministry-working-on-plans-to-evacuate-thais-from-sudan/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-04-20 - 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.

Scat woman: Thai taxi drivers warn of female passenger who poops in car Photo by Adam Sacco via Flickr A Thai taxi driver in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok took to Facebook to warn fellow drivers of a female passenger who has been known to poop in cars and then flee without paying. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292633-scat-woman-thai-taxi-drivers-warn-of-female-passenger-who-poops-in-car/

Photo by Adam Sacco via Flickr A Thai taxi driver in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok took to Facebook to warn fellow drivers of a female passenger who has been known to poop in cars and then flee without paying. The driver shared dashcam footage and his story on a Facebook group called Taxi Drivers (Thailand) on Friday, April 14 with a caption that said… “Warning all taxi drivers! From Dongki Mall in Soi Thong Lor in Bangkok to Furng Fah Village in Samut Prakarn. I don’t want others to go through what I went through. The fare was 417 baht, but I didn’t get it and even have to pay for the car cleaning.” The video showed the driver travelling through a village where the passenger lived. Upon arrival at the destination, the middle-aged female passenger was heard saying… “I don’t have money to pay. My family is not home as well. I don’t know what to do. Hey, look at my head. Do you see? I have cancer, and I poop on your seat. It’s dirty, but I will get a cloth to clean it. It’s my karma. Let’s think that you do a good deed by giving me a free ride. OK? I don’t have any money.” The driver revealed more about the incident in the comments. He said… “She had the runs and my back seat was dirty. Motorcycle taxi riders in the village told me that no one dares to pick her up because she always excreted on every vehicle and never paid the fares.” The taxi driver added… Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/scat-woman-thai-taxi-drivers-warn-of-female-passenger-who-poops-in-car -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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.

Thailand’s Som Tam voted 6th best salad in the world Photo via Pixabay Northeast Thailand’s “som tam,” aka spicy papaya salad, was voted sixth best salad in the world by online food guide TasteAtlas. Another Thai dish, phla kung, also won accolades, coming in ninth place. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292632-thailand’s-som-tam-voted-6th-best-salad-in-the-world/

Photo via Pixabay Northeast Thailand’s “som tam,” aka spicy papaya salad, was voted sixth best salad in the world by online food guide TasteAtlas. Another Thai dish, phla kung, also won accolades, coming in ninth place. Sanook pointed out that Thailand’s som tam was ranked higher than Cambodia’s green papaya salad, bok l’hong, voted 30th best salad. TasteAtlas’s Top 10 Best Rated Salads in the World are… Dakos (Crete, Greece) Shopska Salad (Bulgaria) Mechouia Salad (Tunisia) Moravska salata (Serbia) Greek Salad (Greece) Som Tam (Thailand, Laos, Vietnam) Goma wakame (Japan) Ovcharska Salad (Bulgaria) Phla Kung (Thailand) Fattoush (Lebanon) According to TasteAtlas… “Som tam is a green papaya salad mostly associated with the northeastern part of Thailand (Isaan), though it is often suggested that it first appeared in Laos. Apart from thin strips of green papaya, this salad usually includes roasted peanuts, green beans, tomatoes, and a tangy sauce typically made with garlic, chilli peppers, fish sauce, dried shrimps, palm sugar, and lime or tamarind juice.” “The varieties are plentiful and can include various additions. The sauce can also appear in many other combinations, and can significantly vary in sweetness and spiciness. Numerous restaurants and street stalls allow the customers to choose the variety they prefer and adjust the ingredients to their preference.” Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailands-som-tam-voted-6th-best-salad-in-the-world -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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 Public Health Department and Police Warn Cannabis Users Against Recreational Use on 4/20 Day Thailand’s public health department as well as law enforcement have warned cannabis users against recreational use on the “World Weed Day” of April 20th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292631-thai-public-health-department-and-police-warn-cannabis-users-against-recreational-use-on-420-day/

Thailand’s public health department as well as law enforcement have warned cannabis users against recreational use on the “World Weed Day” of April 20th. Doctor Attaphon Kaewsamrit, the Deputy Director General of the Department of Health, told TPN media that today (April 20th) is the World Weed Day, known as 4/20, often celebrated heavily in American states and some other countries where cannabis is legal for recreational use. However, the Thai Department of Health is warning people and operators to be careful when joining or holding activities in celebrating the day as they are against current regulations around cannabis in Thailand. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/04/20/thai-public-health-department-and-police-warn-cannabis-users-against-recreational-use-on-4-20-day/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-04-20 - 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.

Govt Sets Target of 4.4 Million Tons for Fresh, Processed Fruit Export in 2023 Seasonal durian is being sold to traders for export to China. BANGKOK, April 20 (TNA) – The Ministry of Commerce has set the target for export of fresh and processed fruits at 4.44 million tons, an increase of 10% from the previous year, said Acting Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292630-govt-sets-target-of-44-million-tons-for-fresh-processed-fruit-export-in-2023/

Seasonal durian is being sold to traders for export to China. BANGKOK, April 20 (TNA) – The Ministry of Commerce has set the target for export of fresh and processed fruits at 4.44 million tons, an increase of 10% from the previous year, said Acting Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri. Durian, in particular, is targeted at 100 billion Baht in export value in 2023. Under the fruit management and export plan for 2023 reported to the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, and other concerned agencies from both public and private sectors have worked together to come up with a total of 22 proactive measures. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1157626 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-04-20 - 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.

Volunteer rescuer dies after attempting to save life in Ayutthaya Photo via Facebook/ สมาคมอยุธยารวมใจ หน่วยกู้ภัยอยุธยา and Phra NaKhon News A member of the Ayutthaya Ruam Jai Rescue Team died after performing CPR on a patient in the early hours of this morning. The cause of his death is currently under investigation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292624-volunteer-rescuer-dies-after-attempting-to-save-life-in-ayutthaya/

Photo via Facebook/ สมาคมอยุธยารวมใจ หน่วยกู้ภัยอยุธยา and Phra NaKhon News A member of the Ayutthaya Ruam Jai Rescue Team died after performing CPR on a patient in the early hours of this morning. The cause of his death is currently under investigation. A fellow member of the rescue team, Panya Choomanee, spoke to Channel 7 today about the death of his friend, 45 year old Somsak Sisue. At 3am today, Somsak joined the team to help a worker at a manufacturing plant in the Rojana Industrial Park. The worker lost consciousness and needed CPR. Somsak worked tirelessly to administer CPR to the patient until the medical team from Uthai Hospital arrived at the scene. However, the hospital team confirmed that the patient had already passed away and left the site. While the rescue team was preparing to transfer the patient’s body to his family, Somsak suddenly collapsed on the ground with blood coming out of his nose. The rest of the team immediately administered CPR to Somsak and contacted the hospital team that had just left the scene to return. However, Somsak passed away on the way to the hospital. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/volunteer-rescuer-dies-after-attempting-to-save-life-in-ayutthaya -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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.

Gun used to shoot dead net idol in Bangkok belongs to ex-boyfriend’s military officer father The gun used to shoot dead “Gigi” the net idol and her air force cadet ex-boyfriend “Ikkyu” in Bangkok, Thailand, yesterday is licensed and belongs to Ikkyu’s father, who is a high-ranking military officer, according to a spokesperson for the National Police Agency Pol. Lt. Gen. Archayon Kraithong. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292585-net-idol-found-dead-in-bangkok-condo-abused-by-air-force-cadet-ex-boyfriend/?do=findComment&comment=18030527

Gun used to shoot dead net idol in Bangkok belongs to ex-boyfriend’s military officer father The gun used to shoot dead “Gigi” the net idol and her air force cadet ex-boyfriend “Ikkyu” in Bangkok, Thailand, yesterday is licensed and belongs to Ikkyu’s father, who is a high-ranking military officer, according to a spokesperson for the National Police Agency Pol. Lt. Gen. Archayon Kraithong. Police have completed their assessment of the CCTV footage and confirm that no third party entered Gigi’s room before or after the shooting. It is believed that Phumiphat “Ikkyu” Chaiwanichaya shot dead Supitcha “Gigi” Pridacharoen before shooting himself. Gigi’s father questioned how an 18 year old managed to carry a gun into his daughter’s room when Thai law requires that anyone applying for a gun license must be at least 20 years old. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/gun-used-to-shoot-dead-net-idol-in-bangkok-belongs-to-ex-boyfriends-military-officer-father -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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.

Police step in to rescue 9 year old walking 18km home after fleeing abuse Photo via Facebook/ สถานีตำรวจภูธรไชยวาน Police in the Isaan province of Udon Thani came to the aid of a vagrant nine year old boy attempting to walk 18 kilometres back home. The boy fled his home due to an allegedly abusive father and was living alone in an abandoned house. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292622-police-step-in-to-rescue-9-year-old-walking-18km-home-after-fleeing-abuse/

Photo via Facebook/ สถานีตำรวจภูธรไชยวาน Police in the Isaan province of Udon Thani came to the aid of a vagrant nine year old boy attempting to walk 18 kilometres back home. The boy fled his home due to an allegedly abusive father and was living alone in an abandoned house. On Tuesday, April 18, a 31 year old officer from Chai Wan Police Station, Anusorn Homhuan, rushed to help a driver whose car was broken down on the Baan Kham-Baan Kham Ror Road. While travelling back to the police station, the officer spotted a little boy, later identified as Beer, walking barefoot on the road. Anusorn stopped to speak to Beer and learned about the child’s situation. He offered to give Beer a ride home but was saddened to discover that the boy was living alone in a house with no pillows, blankets, furniture or electric appliances. Beer told Anusorn that he ran away from his father’s house to live alone because he abused him and did not let him go to school. He told the officer that he had to sneak out early in the morning if he wanted to go to school. So, he ran away from home. Beer said he survived by asking for food from his local temple and community, and sometimes he earned 50 to 60 baht by watering plants for his teacher. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/police-step-in-to-rescue-9-year-old-walking-18km-home-after-fleeing-abuse -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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.

Missing woman found dead in a parked car at a petrol station Photo via MGR Online A Thai rescue team volunteer discovered the dead body of a missing woman in a car parked in a petrol station in the Sikhiao district of the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima on Tuesday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292621-missing-woman-found-dead-in-a-parked-car-at-a-petrol-station/

Photo via MGR Online A Thai rescue team volunteer discovered the dead body of a missing woman in a car parked in a petrol station in the Sikhiao district of the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima on Tuesday. The Thai rescue team volunteer detected an unpleasant smell when he parked his car at the petrol station. He realised it was the scent of a decomposing body, which he was familiar with due to his experience in the field. He searched for the source of the smell and found the bloated corpse of a woman, later identified as 48 year old Kritsana Ponrak, on the driver’s seat of a grey Toyota Vios. He immediately reported the finding at Sikhiao Police Station and Sikhiao Hospital. The police then transferred the entire car to the hospital for an autopsy. The hospital reported that the woman died at least five days before the body was found. No visible wounds were found on her body. Medicine for depression and other underlying diseases were discovered inside the vehicle. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/missing-woman-found-dead-in-her-car-parked-in-petrol-station -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - 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.

Passenger injured as yacht rocked by racing speedboat off Phuket FILE PHOTO: Flickr/Ben Dangerous speedboat drivers continue to pose a threat to safety in the waters off Phuket, with a passenger on a private yacht injured after a racing speedboat rocked the vessel he was on, causing him to fall. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292620-passenger-injured-as-yacht-rocked-by-racing-speedboat-off-phuket/

FILE PHOTO: Flickr/Ben Dangerous speedboat drivers continue to pose a threat to safety in the waters off Phuket, with a passenger on a private yacht injured after a racing speedboat rocked the vessel he was on, causing him to fall. The Phuket News reports that the speedboat in question was estimated to be travelling at around 25 knots while approaching the channel into Royal Phuket Marina and Boat Lagoon. For the record, the speed limit on the approach to the channel is just 5 knots. The incident took place at around 5.15pm on April 3 and the injured yacht passenger has confirmed that several speedboats were seen exceeding the speed limit in the channel. It’s understood the tide was coming in at the time, meaning the water in the channel was only around 1.5 metres deep. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/passenger-injured-as-yacht-rocked-by-racing-speedboat-off-phuket/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-04-20 - 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.

Phi Phi police investigating drowned American man PHOTO: Flickr/Normann Police on the tourist magnet island of Koh Phi Phi are investigating the death of an American man thought to have drowned. According to a Phuket Express report, the 51 year old, whose name is being withheld until family members have been notified, was visiting the popular Viking Cave at the time. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292550-american-tourist-drowns-in-krabi-thailand/?do=findComment&comment=18030484

Phi Phi police investigating drowned American man PHOTO: Flickr/Normann Police on the tourist magnet island of Koh Phi Phi are investigating the death of an American man thought to have drowned. According to a Phuket Express report, the 51 year old, whose name is being withheld until family members have been notified, was visiting the popular Viking Cave at the time. The Viking Cave is on the opposite side of Koh Phi Phi Leh to the popular Maya Bay. Viking Cave is a popular location for diving and snorkelling. It’s understood the American got into difficulty while in the water in front of the cave on Tuesday, April 18. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/islands/phi-phi-police-investigating-drowned-american-man/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-04-20 - 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.

Similan Island to Temporarily Close for Monsoon Season BANGKOK (NNT) - Tourism authorities are inviting travelers to Similan Island before its pristine tourism spots are closed for the monsoon season. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292619-similan-island-to-temporarily-close-for-monsoon-season/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Tourism authorities are inviting travelers to Similan Island before its pristine tourism spots are closed for the monsoon season. Similan Island, located in Phang Nga Province, is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters and spectacular coral reefs. The island features unique rock formations, including a sail-shaped rock, a boot-shaped rock and one resembling the head of Donald Duck. Visitors can also enjoy various activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving and hiking to the viewpoint that provides a breathtaking view of the sea. The island’s sail-shaped rock and horseshoe-shaped bay are popular selfie spots among tourists. However, the northern part of the island is also worth exploring, as it boasts other uniquely shaped rock formations that continue to fascinate visitors. Similan is of course known for its stunning coral reefs and colorful fish species, making it a haven for snorkeling and scuba diving enthusiasts. Officials noted that tourists only have less than a month left to visit Similan, as the island will be closed from May 16 to October 15 for the monsoon. This temporary closure aims to allow the natural environment to recover fully. Once the island reopens, visitors can once again experience the beauty of Similan Island, known for its unspoiled natural surroundings, crystal-clear waters and stunning marine life. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230420134520707 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-04-20 - 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.

Changan Automobile to Invest 9.8 Billion Baht in EV Production Base in Thailand BANGKOK, April 20 (TNA) – Changan Automobile, Chinese leader automaker announced to invest 9.8 billion baht to establish an electric vehicle production base in Thailand, its first biggest investment outside China, said Narit Therdsteerasukdi, secretary-general of Thailand’s Board of Investment. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1292617-changan-automobile-to-invest-98-billion-baht-in-ev-production-base-in-thailand/

BANGKOK, April 20 (TNA) – Changan Automobile, Chinese leader automaker announced to invest 9.8 billion baht to establish an electric vehicle production base in Thailand, its first biggest investment outside China, said Narit Therdsteerasukdi, secretary-general of Thailand’s Board of Investment. The company will apply for the BOI privileges to build the EV production facilities to produce 100,000 right hand drive EVs per year for global exports. Changan Automobile, China’s fourth largest automaker recorded sales of two million EVs last year. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1157557 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-04-20 - 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.