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Tools that Tran Van Hieu, 32, used to destroy telecom stations in Nghe An Province in central Vietnam. Photo courtesy of the police A man in central Nghe An Province has been investigated after destroying telecom stations, saying their close proximity to his home would affect his health. Tran Van Hieu, 32, is being investigated for the deliberate destruction of property, police of Dien Chau District said Wednesday. In December 2022, Hieu set a base transceiver station in Yen Quang Village on fire. The damage that the fire incurred was at around VND350 million ($14,811), police said. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/man-destroys-telecom-stations-claims-they-affect-health-4571345.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-16

Passengers undergo security procedures at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Thanh The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) will do a trial with the use of biometrics, specifically facial recognition, for passengers doing procedures to go on flights. The technology will be tested on a small scale at all airports and the results will be reported to the Ministry of Transport, so that widespread application could be done in the second quarter, according to a representative of CAAV. Passengers who want to pass through security gates at airports currently have to show certain personal documents, such as personal IDs, driving licenses or birth certificates. Airport employees must check these documents manually. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-to-trial-facial-recognition-for-airport-procedures-4571408.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-16

President Rodrigo Duterte and former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo share a light moment during a courtesy visit in Malacañang on November 28, 2016. Presidential photo / King Rodriguez MANILA, Philippines — Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (Pampanga) — president of the Philippines from 2001 to 2010 — has led the filing of a House resolution defending former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing an investigation at the International Criminal Court over his controversial and bloody "war on drugs". Arroyo, also senior deputy speaker, urged House lawmakers on Thursday to adopt the resolution and declare their "unequivocal defense" of former president Rodrigo Duterte. Adopted resolutions express the chamber's position but do not have the force of law. ICC prosecutors were authorized on January 26 to resume their probe into the alleged crimes against humanity in the "war on drugs." Relatives of victims of extrajudicial killings say would finally clear the path for justice. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/16/2245406/arroyo-leads-house-allies-unequivocal-defense-duterte-drug-war -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-16

Hairline cracks emerge from a wall in an establishment in Masbate province after a magnitude-6.0 quake struck in the wee hours of Thursday. Release / Masbate PDDRMO MANILA, Philippines — Disaster officials of Masbate reported no major damage following the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that jolted the province from its slumber at around 2 a.m. on Thursday. In a Facebook post, Masbate’s disaster risk reduction and management office said they only noticed hairline cracks during their rapid damage assessment at various establishments following the earthquake. Still, the office advised residents to be cautious and alert as aftershocks continued to rock the province after the tremor that struck at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers in the town of Batuan. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/16/2245382/no-major-damage-reported-after-magnitude-60-masbate-quake -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-16

William Abulad, the father of OFW Wilma Abulad Teczan receive the remains of his daughter upon arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Pasay City on Wednesday night. Tezcan died in Turkey following the magnitude 7.8 that struck the country last week. The STAR / Miguel de Guzman MANILA, Philippines – Nicole believes that her mother, overseas Filipina worker Wilma Abulad Tezcan, died with her arms outstretched and embracing the frail, old father of her employer as buildings in the area collapsed from a powerful earthquake – unyielding in her compassion until the end. This was after Nicole and her step-father found her body in the aftermath of the powerful earthquake that hit Turkey, ending the four-day search that also cemented the grief of Tezcan's family and loved ones waiting back home. "When her body was found, they also unearthed another body. Her arms were around the parent of her employer. I thought then, she wanted to save him because he was already old," Nicole recalled in Filipino in an interview with reporters. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/16/2245393/remains-filipino-who-died-trkiye-earthquake-brought-home -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-16

The Makati skyline is seen in this file photo. The STAR / Miguel De Guzman MANILA, Philippines — The difference between life and death for the 13 million residents of Metro Manila lies in the improvement of a nearly 46-year-old decree that laid down rules on the design and construction of buildings, an urban planner said. As the specter of the so-called “Big One” earthquake spooks the megacity especially after the devastating magnitude-7.8 tremor that shook Türkiye and Syria, renowned urban planner Jun Palafox recommended updating the 1977 National Building Code before it is too late. The Big One refers to the worst case scenario for Metro Manila should the West Valley Fault, which cuts through the capital region, move and generate a magnitude-7.2 quake as shown in a 2004 joint study by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority and Phivolcs. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/16/2245408/update-building-code-prevent-bigtime-damage-big-one-quake -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-16

Fifteen Test Positive for Drugs in Pattaya Nightclub Raid PATTAYA (NNT) - Fifteen people tested positive for drugs during a nightclub raid in Pattaya early Thursday (Feb 16), as police attempt to curb the spread of narcotics in the country. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286745-fifteen-test-positive-for-drugs-in-pattaya-nightclub-raid/

PATTAYA (NNT) - Fifteen people tested positive for drugs during a nightclub raid in Pattaya early Thursday (Feb 16), as police attempt to curb the spread of narcotics in the country. Pattaya police and authorities in Bang Lamung district raided a pub operating without a license in Soi Pattaya Klang 12. The pub was discovered to be open despite the fact that it was almost 3.30 AM, which was past the 2 AM closing time guideline, with over 50 people still drinking and dancing to music. Following a search, authorities discovered sachets of what seemed to be drugs hidden in lockers, as well as empty sachets and used condoms on the floor. Drug tests revealed that fifteen people tested positive, and they were brought to the Pattaya police station for further legal action. Bang Lamung District Chief Pisit Sirisawasdinukul stated that the nightclub violated numerous laws, including operating without a license, staying open past the closing hour, and allowing the use of drugs in its venue. Authorities said they plan to submit a recommendation to the Chon Buri governor to close the nightclub for five years while the owners face legal prosecution. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230216133707812 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-16 - 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.

New Chief of Chonburi Immigration Promises Hassle-Free Experience for Tourists The newly appointed Chief of Chonburi Immigration, Pol. Col. Parinya Klinkesorn, has met with Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches to discuss his plans to enhance tourist experiences in the city. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286743-new-chief-of-chonburi-immigration-promises-hassle-free-experience-for-tourists/

The newly appointed Chief of Chonburi Immigration, Pol. Col. Parinya Klinkesorn, has met with Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches to discuss his plans to enhance tourist experiences in the city. During the meeting, Pol. Col. Parinya promised to take good care of tourists and ensure they have a smooth and hassle-free experience during their stay in Pattaya. The meeting, which took place on Wednesday, February 15th, was also attended by several other high-ranking immigration officers and represented an important step towards developing a strong working relationship between the immigration office and the local government. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/16/new-chief-of-chonburi-immigration-promises-hassle-free-experience-for-tourists/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-16 - 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.

Pattaya Buses and Boats to Move to Bali Hai Pier, Parking on Beach Side Banned Pattaya mayor Poramase Ngampiches and city officials met on Wednesday to discuss new parking spots after parking on the Pattaya Beach side is set to be banned from March 1st. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286742-pattaya-buses-and-boats-to-move-to-bali-hai-pier-parking-on-beach-side-banned/

Pattaya mayor Poramase Ngampiches and city officials met on Wednesday to discuss new parking spots after parking on the Pattaya Beach side is set to be banned from March 1st. On February 15th, the mayor announced on social media the return of the ban on parking on the Pattaya beach side of the road from March 1st in response to increasing traffic issues. The mayor said he was finding new parking spots for tourists, which may include a parking space at the wastewater treatment plant in South Pattaya near Walking Street. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/16/pattaya-buses-and-boats-to-move-to-bali-hai-pier-parking-on-beach-side-banned/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-16 - 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.

81-Year-Old German National Crashes Motorbike and Dies in Pattaya An 81-year-old German man crashed his motorbike while navigating a curve in Pattaya and passed away on Wednesday, February 15th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286741-81-year-old-german-national-crashes-motorbike-and-dies-in-pattaya/

An 81-year-old German man crashed his motorbike while navigating a curve in Pattaya and passed away on Wednesday, February 15th. The accident scene was a curve in Soi 14 in the Naklua sub-district of Banglamung district, Chonburi. Pattaya Police and Sawang Boriboon rescue services rushed there after receiving a report of the accident. The victim, identified as an 81-year-old German national, who was identified only as Mr. Hans, was found dead in a pool of blood on the road. He was lying upwards and suffered critical head injuries. Inside the victim’s pocket was an undisclosed amount of cash, one smartphone, personal documents, and an ATM card. The police kept them as evidence. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/16/81-year-old-german-man-crashes-motorbike-and-dies-in-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-16 - 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.

Bangkok emergency services on standby as thunderstorms set to last until Friday File photo: Xinhua News Bangkok permanent-secretary Khajit Chatchavanich says emergency and response teams in the capital have been put on standby as thunderstorms are forecast until Friday. The Thai Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in Bangkok and other parts of central Thailand until February 17. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286740-bangkok-emergency-services-on-standby-as-thunderstorms-set-to-last-until-friday/

File photo: Xinhua News Bangkok permanent-secretary Khajit Chatchavanich says emergency and response teams in the capital have been put on standby as thunderstorms are forecast until Friday. The Thai Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in Bangkok and other parts of central Thailand until February 17. To handle emergencies caused by the storm, the city has placed emergency teams in all 50 districts on 24/7 standby, with equipment ready to deal with fallen trees that may block public roads or cut power lines. Khajit says the city’s firefighters and rescue teams are also on standby to help people affected by thunderstorms, floods, or hail. Municipal police officers have been instructed to keep a close watch on the flood situation in their areas and to check updates from the Thai Meteorological Department between now and Friday. District offices will deploy traffic officials to flooded roads to help affected motorists and may send vehicles to assist stranded commuters, according to Khajit. Officials have urged individuals to check trees on their properties and contact the city to handle any that are in danger of falling in the storms. Bangkok officials can be contacted at any district office, through the hotline 1555, or through the Traffy Fondue application. People in need of emergency assistance can call the 199 hotline at any time. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/bangkok-emergency-services-on-standby-as-thunderstorms-set-to-last-until-friday/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-16 - 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.

Key Online Gambling Suspect Detained in Bangkok Remand Prison BANGKOK, Feb 16 (TNA) – The prime suspect in the case of Macau888 online gambling network Chaiwat Kachornboonthaworn alias Benz Daemon has been detained in Bangkok Remand Prison after a court denied bail to him, considering seriousness of the offences and severity of punishment. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286739-key-online-gambling-suspect-detained-in-bangkok-remand-prison/

BANGKOK, Feb 16 (TNA) – The prime suspect in the case of Macau888 online gambling network Chaiwat Kachornboonthaworn alias Benz Daemon has been detained in Bangkok Remand Prison after a court denied bail to him, considering seriousness of the offences and severity of punishment. He has been charged with hosting the illegal online gambling and laundering of money. Chaiwat returned to Thailand from Hong Kong to fight the charges on Tuesday and arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport upon arrival. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1116467 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-02-16 - 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.

Bangkok Governor Thanks People for Air Pollution Reports BANGKOK (NNT) - Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has expressed appreciation toward those that helped identify sources of air pollution in the capital. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286737-bangkok-governor-thanks-people-for-air-pollution-reports/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has expressed appreciation toward those that helped identify sources of air pollution in the capital. The governor recently invited a group of eight individuals to lunch at the Bangkok City Hall to thank them for providing vital intelligence on the sources of PM2.5 in the city. This information was provided through the city’s online Traffy Fondue platform. The group was lauded by Chatchart as "active citizens" who helped the city combat pollution at its source. He also expressed surprise that so many people were using the “Traffy Fondue” application to contact authorities despite the platform’s launch issues. Following its launch on January 16, the platform received an overwhelming response from the public, with over 220,000 complaints having been posted on the platform. Reports suggest that the information provided by citizens included the burning of garbage in Nong Chok district, public buses emitting black smoke in Thonburi, and misreporting by air-quality monitoring stations in several districts. Traffy Fondue is also equipped with a feature that allows it to forward complaints about issues that are not under its purview to related agencies in each district. In response to the complaints, black-smoke traffic checkpoints were reportedly set up, and air-quality monitoring stations were recalibrated for accuracy. Officials claimed that out of the 220,000 complaints, 180,000 have already been addressed. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230216115230761 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-16 - 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.

Stormy weather forecast for 12 northern provinces on Thursday and Friday Twelve of Thailand’s northern provinces are advised to brace for thunderstorms and strong winds, with hailstorms in some areas, today (Thursday) and tomorrow, due to the westerly air current which is moving through the region, according to the Meteorological Department. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286736-stormy-weather-forecast-for-12-northern-provinces-on-thursday-and-friday/

Twelve of Thailand’s northern provinces are advised to brace for thunderstorms and strong winds, with hailstorms in some areas, today (Thursday) and tomorrow, due to the westerly air current which is moving through the region, according to the Meteorological Department. People living in these provinces are advised to avoid staying in open fields, under big trees or large billboards, while farmers are advised to protect their crops. The 12 provinces expecting turbulent weather today and tomorrow are Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Phayao and Tak, while Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Sukhothai and Kamphaeng Phet will be affected tomorrow. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/stormy-weather-forecast-for-12-northern-provinces-on-thursday-and-friday/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-16 - 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.

Doubts over fate of missing baby boy in central Thailand, police unsure if still alive PHOTO: Stickboy BKK An 8 month old baby boy, missing from his home in the central province of Nakhon Pathom is still unaccounted for, according to a Thai PBS World report. Thailand’s national deputy police chief, Surachate Hakparn, says he is not sure if the baby is still alive, but believes the parents are aware of what happened to their child. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286735-doubts-over-fate-of-missing-baby-boy-in-central-thailand-police-unsure-if-still-alive/

PHOTO: Stickboy BKK An 8 month old baby boy, missing from his home in the central province of Nakhon Pathom is still unaccounted for, according to a Thai PBS World report. Thailand’s national deputy police chief, Surachate Hakparn, says he is not sure if the baby is still alive, but believes the parents are aware of what happened to their child. Surachate says officers will use all possible means to get the truth from the couple, as the pair were escorted from their home in the Bang Luang district to the police station for further questioning yesterday. It’s understood the parents have confirmed their willingness to take polygraph tests and to cooperate with police to prove their innocence. Investigators are examining multiple theories regarding the baby’s disappearance, including an altercation between the couple, assault, or that the husband is not the baby’s biological father. Surachate has criticised local police for not immediately responding when they were informed of the baby’s disappearance on February 5. Despite extensive searches of the family’s home and surrounding areas, no clues have been found, and forensic officers have not discovered any evidence of foul play. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/doubts-over-fate-of-missing-baby-boy-in-central-thailand-police-unsure-if-still-alive/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-16 - 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.

Cambodia to Repatriate Prisoners Ahead of Khmer New Year BANGKOK (NNT) - Cambodia plans to repatriate Lao and Thai prisoners from its prisons ahead of the Khmer New Year celebrations in April, as part of a humanitarian gesture aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties with its neighboring countries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1286733-cambodia-to-repatriate-prisoners-ahead-of-khmer-new-year/