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Thai photographer shares joy at being asked to document Oscars ceremony PHOTO: Facebook/Poupay Jutharat A Thai photographer who was one of the official photographers at Sunday’s Oscars ceremony in Los Angeles has shared her excitement on social media. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289250-thai-photographer-shares-joy-at-being-asked-to-document-oscars-ceremony/

PHOTO: Facebook/Poupay Jutharat A Thai photographer who was one of the official photographers at Sunday’s Oscars ceremony in Los Angeles has shared her excitement on social media. Jutharat “Poupay” Pinyodoonyachet was born in Thailand and lives in New York, where she has contributed to The New York Times, New York Magazine, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal. According to a Coconuts report, she posted a selfie taken at the Oscars ceremony, in which she expressed disbelief at being there. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/thai-photographer-shares-joy-at-being-asked-to-document-oscars-ceremony/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai Air Force Eyes Buying New Airbus PHOTO: RTAF News The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is in talks with the United States to purchase a new airbus to replace the old one, according to the commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Alongkorn Vannarot. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289247-thai-air-force-eyes-buying-new-airbus/

PHOTO: RTAF News The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is in talks with the United States to purchase a new airbus to replace the old one, according to the commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Alongkorn Vannarot. He said the new airbus procurement will take place in the 2024 fiscal year to replace the Airbus 340, which has been in service for 18 years. The airbus has previously been used for humanitarian missions in Turkey and will be retired in 2026. “The replacement requires a substantial budget,” the commander-in-chief admitted,” However, it is necessary.” Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/15/thai-air-force-eyes-buying-new-airbus/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information

Sam Mitr faction leaders quit Palang Pracharath to join Pheu Thai Two key members of the Sam Mitr faction in the ruling Palang Pracharath Party have quit the party to join the opposition Pheu Thai Party, ending months of speculation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289244-sam-mitr-faction-leaders-quit-palang-pracharath-to-join-pheu-thai/

Two key members of the Sam Mitr faction in the ruling Palang Pracharath Party have quit the party to join the opposition Pheu Thai Party, ending months of speculation. Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, said yesterday (Tuesday) that Industry Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit and Justice Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, key members of the Sam Mitr faction, had informed him about their resignations. He said that he didn’t try to stop them from leaving adding, however, that their departure will not impact the party. He also said that two well-known figures will join the party, but he declined to disclose their names. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/sam-mitr-faction-leaders-quit-palang-pracharath-to-join-pheu-thai/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-15 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Cabinet agrees to allocate ฿1.5Bn to refinance about 50,000 farmers’ debts Protesting Thai farmers cheered after the cabinet agreed to set aside about 1.5 billion baht from the Central Fund to support four state-run banks in refinancing the debts of about 50,000 farmers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289174-cabinet-agrees-to-allocate-฿15bn-to-refinance-about-50000-farmers’-debts/

Protesting Thai farmers cheered after the cabinet agreed to set aside about 1.5 billion baht from the Central Fund to support four state-run banks in refinancing the debts of about 50,000 farmers. The farmers had been rallying in front of Government House for more than seven hours, waiting for the government’s response to their demand for help to refinance their debts with the Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives, the Government Savings Bank, the SME Bank and the Government Housing Bank. A leader of the protesting farmers, Yossawat Chaiwattanasirikul, said that the indebted farmers are expected to settle all their debts with the banks within 15 years. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabinet-agrees-to-allocate-1-5bn-to-refinance-about-50000-farmers-debts/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Walking Street Business Owners and City Officials Hold Major Meeting About Various Issues A meeting was held on Walking Street this evening, March 14th, 2023 between Pattaya City Police, City Hall officials, and business owners. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289172-walking-street-business-owners-and-city-officials-hold-major-meeting-about-various-issues/

A meeting was held on Walking Street this evening, March 14th, 2023 between Pattaya City Police, City Hall officials, and business owners. The city is planning to reduce the number of motorcycle taxi drivers in the actual street and move them to nearby areas, citing complaints of too many still driving in pedestrian areas. Garbage trucks will also collect garbage nightly at 3am and cooperation is expected with business owners. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/14/walking-street-business-owners-and-city-officials-hold-major-meeting-about-various-issues/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Cabinet extends 5-baht per litre diesel tax cut for two more months The Thai cabinet decided today (Tuesday) to extend the 5-baht/litre excise tax cut on diesel fuel, from May 21st until July 20th, to ease the burden on the public and businesses and to stimulate the economy. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289171-cabinet-extends-5-baht-per-litre-diesel-tax-cut-for-two-more-months/

The Thai cabinet decided today (Tuesday) to extend the 5-baht/litre excise tax cut on diesel fuel, from May 21st until July 20th, to ease the burden on the public and businesses and to stimulate the economy. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said that the cabinet’s decision is intended to prevent the retail price of diesel from increasing, in the wake of global oil price fluctuations due to the war in Ukraine and the baht’s depreciation, which would slow down economic recovery and increase the cost of living. Excise Department Director-General Ekniti Nitithanprapas said that the extension of the tax cut means that the department’s tax collection will fall short by about 20 billion baht. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabinet-extends-5-baht-per-litre-diesel-tax-cut-for-two-more-months/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Poll shows most oppose liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling A network of 12 children’s and family’s rights groups, tobacco, alcohol and cannabis research institutes have disclosed results of their opinion poll, which shows that the majority of respondents disagree with political parties’ policies for liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289170-poll-shows-most-oppose-liberalisation-of-alcohol-e-cigarettes-cannabis-and-gambling/

A network of 12 children’s and family’s rights groups, tobacco, alcohol and cannabis research institutes have disclosed results of their opinion poll, which shows that the majority of respondents disagree with political parties’ policies for liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling. Professor Dr. Sawitri Assanangkornchai, director of the Centre of Alcohol Statistics, said today (Tuesday) that a survey of people aged over 18 across the country shows that 56.1% of the respondents oppose the decriminalisation of cannabis, while over half disagree with the household use of cannabis and the growing of cannabis in the backyard. 55.5% of the respondents also disagree with the removal of the restriction on the sale of alcohol during specific hours and more than half of alcohol drinkers oppose the proposal to liberalise alchol production. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/poll-shows-most-oppose-liberalisation-of-alcohol-e-cigarettes-cannabis-and-gambling/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Gas Station Worker Slashed with Knife for Allegedly Causing a Nuisance An unidentified suspect slashed a Burmese gas station worker and put him into a hospital yesterday morning, March 13th. The injured workers’ colleagues stated the culprit might have been peeved at the victim for causing a nuisance while intoxicated. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289161-gas-station-worker-slashed-with-knife-for-allegedly-causing-a-nuisance/

An unidentified suspect slashed a Burmese gas station worker and put him into a hospital yesterday morning, March 13th. The injured workers’ colleagues stated the culprit might have been peeved at the victim for causing a nuisance while intoxicated. Sawang Boriboon rescue workers and Mueang Police rushed to a gas station in Chonburi’s Mueang district after they were alerted to a serious physical assualt around 7 AM. They found a gas station worker of Burmese nationality, Mr. Myaung Paing, lying in a pool of blood at the gas pump. Myaung of unknown age sustained a gaping gash on his right leg and was in serious state. The rescuers tried to stop the blood before rushing the Burmese man to Chonburi Hospital. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/14/burmese-gas-station-worker-in-chonburi-slashed-with-knife-for-allegedly-causing-a-nuisance-while-drunk/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Suspected drive-by shooter arrested in Chainat province Monday night Police in Thailand’s Chainat province have taken into custody the man who is believed to have committed drive-by shootings in neighbouring Suphan Buri province, killing one person and injuring two others. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289160-suspected-drive-by-shooter-arrested-in-chainat-province-monday-night/

Police in Thailand’s Chainat province have taken into custody the man who is believed to have committed drive-by shootings in neighbouring Suphan Buri province, killing one person and injuring two others. Mueang district police, who made the arrest last night (Monday), identified the suspect as “Suphachai”, 39, a native of Chainat. He was escorted to Derm Bang Nang Buat district police station in Suphan Buri for detention, pending further questioning. A relative of the suspect told the media that he was shocked when learned of the arrest, adding that he had just had dinner with him at his house. He also said that the suspect used to be a friendly person but, in the past few days, his behaviour had changed and he could not be contacted. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/suspected-drive-by-shooter-arrested-in-chainat-province-monday-night/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Two park rangers injured in landmine explosion in Chiang Mai forest Two park rangers were injured by what is believed to have been a landmine while their five-man team was patrolling in the Pha Daeng National Park in Chai Prakan district of Chiang Mai this morning (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289159-two-park-rangers-injured-in-landmine-explosion-in-chiang-mai-forest/

Two park rangers were injured by what is believed to have been a landmine while their five-man team was patrolling in the Pha Daeng National Park in Chai Prakan district of Chiang Mai this morning (Tuesday). Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, director of the National Parks Office, said that the rangers had been on routine patrol between Ban Pha Daeng in Chai Prakan district and Ban Arunothai in Chiang Dao since yesterday. They spent the night camped in the forest, west of Ban Pha Daeng, and resumed their patrol this morning. One of them stepped on what is believed to have been a landmine, allegedly planted by a drug trafficking gang. The two injured park rangers were taken to the provincial hospital by their colleagues. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/two-park-rangers-injured-in-landmine-explosion-in-chiang-mai-forest/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Elderly woman shouts, curses at PM during Thai leader’s Ratchaburi visit PHOTO: LINE TODAY An elderly woman has been dragged away after shouting and cursing at the Thai PM as he visited the western province of Ratchaburi. According to a Nation Thailand report, the unnamed woman was part of a crowd of people who had gathered at Ban Pong Community Hall yesterday morning to greet PM Prayut Chan-o-cha. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289154-pm-inspects-projects-in-ratchaburi-province/?do=findComment&comment=17954953

Elderly woman shouts, curses at PM during Thai leader’s Ratchaburi visit PHOTO: LINE TODAY An elderly woman has been dragged away after shouting and cursing at the Thai PM as he visited the western province of Ratchaburi. According to a Nation Thailand report, the unnamed woman was part of a crowd of people who had gathered at Ban Pong Community Hall yesterday morning to greet PM Prayut Chan-o-cha. It’s understood that when the PM appeared, the woman starting shouting and cursing at him. She was quickly subdued by two female police officers, who covered her mouth and attempted to push her out of the way. However, the woman continued her shouting and cursing, forcing other officers to drag her away to an area behind a parked van. According to the report, one officer told witnesses that the woman was fainting and that she was taken away to receive first-aid. During the same visit, another woman held up three fingers, a well-known gesture to symbolise opposition to the government. She was also quickly removed after officials surrounded her and escorted her away. Not everyone was in favour of expressing anti-government sentiment, with several people in the crowd shouting at the woman and berating her for embarrassing the residents of Ban Pong. It’s understood that a member of the press who was present took photographs and filmed the incident, with officials subsequently asking to see his press pass and questioning his reasons for filming. The PM was visiting Ratchaburi to check on the progress of various government projects in the province. Political debate is heating up in Thailand ahead of the general election, which is expected to be held on May 7. The PM has already dropped hints that he could dissolve the House of Representatives following a Cabinet meeting scheduled to take place on March 14. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/elderly-woman-shouts-curses-at-pm-during-thai-leaders-ratchaburi-visit-video/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

PM Inspects Projects in Ratchaburi Province BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha recently inspected government projects in the central province of Ratchaburi. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289154-pm-inspects-projects-in-ratchaburi-province/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha recently inspected government projects in the central province of Ratchaburi. The prime minister first visited an agricultural learning center in Ban Pong district, where he spoke with local children and encouraged them to honor the nation’s main institutions. He also highlighted his administration’s work in the area, including the expansion of the Eastern Economic Corridor and the construction of roads and railways, which he believes will greatly benefit the next generation. During his visit, the premier also spoke with a local abbot and discussed the progress of development projects in the district. He emphasized that these projects must adhere to rules and regulations while promoting good health among residents, with the goal of making Thailand the medical hub of ASEAN and the world. Additionally, Gen Prayut promoted his government’s policy to drive the cultivation of 58 "economic plants" in each household, which he believes will provide financial value during difficult times. The prime minister also inspected the progress of development projects in the district. On this occasion, he emphasized that these projects must adhere to government rules and regulations. Gen Prayut added that his administration aims to promote good health among communities, moving Thailand forward to becoming the medical hub of ASEAN and of the world. Lastly, he and his delegation observed the lifestyles and livelihoods of the Raman Thai indigenous people. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230314100335779 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-14 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

“Andaman Craft Festival” held in Phuket BANGKOK (NNT) - The "Andaman Craft Festival" was recently held in Thailand’s renowned resort province of Phuket, showcasing the country’s "Soft Power" and generating income for the locals. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289153-“andaman-craft-festival”-held-in-phuket/