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Fire Destroys Chonburi Police School, No Injuries A large fire destroyed the Provincial Police Training Center Region 2 in Chonburi on Sunday night, February 5th. No injuries were reported. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285675-fire-destroys-chonburi-police-school-no-injuries/

A large fire destroyed the Provincial Police Training Center Region 2 in Chonburi on Sunday night, February 5th. No injuries were reported. At 7 PM, Mueng Chonburi firefighter units responded to a fire report at a two-storey police training center in Soi Khao Noi in the Ban Suan sub-district of Mueang district. The raging fire was devouring the second floor of the building. It took about 30 minutes for the fire engines to put out the blaze. Although no one was injured by the incident, the fire caused considerable damage to the building. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/06/fire-destroys-chonburi-police-school-no-injuries/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

110 cattle seized at border checkpoint for examination Thai livestock officials seized 110 head of cattle from two trucks on Sunday, at a border checkpoint in the north-eastern province of Mukdahan, after it was discovered that the drivers did not have permits for the movement of cattle. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285674-110-cattle-seized-at-border-checkpoint-for-examination/

Thai livestock officials seized 110 head of cattle from two trucks on Sunday, at a border checkpoint in the north-eastern province of Mukdahan, after it was discovered that the drivers did not have permits for the movement of cattle. Each driver was fined 5,000 baht and all the animals were quarantined at a facility in a village in Kam Pa Lai sub-district, to check for animal diseases and red meat enhancement substances. A livestock official said that the seizure is part of the government’s stringent measures to make sure that Thai beef is safe from disease and carcinogenic substances. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/110-cattle-seized-at-border-checkpoint-for-examination/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Hunger strikes may end if court grants bail for eight detainees on Monday A lawyer from Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) said today (Monday) that the two young hunger strikers may end their strike if the Criminal Court agrees to grant bail to eight detainees from the Talugas protest group. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285673-hunger-strikes-may-end-if-court-grants-bail-for-eight-detainees-on-monday/

A lawyer from Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) said today (Monday) that the two young hunger strikers may end their strike if the Criminal Court agrees to grant bail to eight detainees from the Talugas protest group. Krisadang Nutcharat and families of Tantawan Tuatulanon and Orawan Phuphong visited the two hunger strikers in Thammasat University Hospital today, as their hunger strike entered its 19th day today. The lawyer said that the two pro-democracy protesters will be closely following the Criminal Court’s decision over TLHR’s application for bail for the detainees. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/hunger-strikes-may-end-if-court-grants-bail-for-eight-detainees-on-monday/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

PM2.5 and PM10 can harm the lungs and heart Fine dust particles in the atmosphere do not just harm the lungs, but also the heart as well, increasing the risk of coronary heart disease, according to Dr. Thiravat Hemachudha of the Emerging Infectious Diseases Health Science Centre at Chulalongkorn Hospital. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285672-pm25-and-pm10-can-harm-the-lungs-and-heart/

Fine dust particles in the atmosphere do not just harm the lungs, but also the heart as well, increasing the risk of coronary heart disease, according to Dr. Thiravat Hemachudha of the Emerging Infectious Diseases Health Science Centre at Chulalongkorn Hospital. In a Facebook post, he warned that PM2.5 and PM10 particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) can also increase the risk of coronary heart disease, citing a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology on January 26th. The risk of coronary heart disease increases for every 10 micron increase in PM2.5 and PM10 dust in the atmosphere, up to 33.3 and 57.3 microns respectively. The risk of death from fine dust particles increases 4.14%, compared to 1.3% from nitrogen dioxide emitted from car engines. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pm2-5-and-pm10-can-harm-the-lungs-and-heart/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

A car is in an opposite lane of a road in Phu Quoc Island where it crashed into three motorbikes, February 5, 2023. Photo by VnExpress/Nguyen Khanh A car hit three motorbikes as it encroached on the opposite lane in Phu Quoc Island Sunday, killing a man and his daughter. The car driven by a man suddenly turned into the opposite lane in Cua Duong Commune and collided heads-on with three motorbikes, which were badly damaged. A man and his eight-year-old daughter on one motorbike died after being rushed to hospital. Four people on two other motorbikes were injured. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/car-drives-on-opposite-lane-in-phu-quoc-kills-two-4567041.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-06

Trinh Dan Cuong, who was wrongfully arrested for stealing 38 years ago, now lives alone in a makeshift house in HCMC. Photo by VnExpress/Hai Duyen As the only surviving sibling of three men who were falsely accused of stealing 38 years ago, Trinh Dan Cuong said his greatest pain is his broken family and lost education opportunities for his children. Cuong lives alone in a small house spanning just 10 square meters, nestled deep within an alley of HCMC’s District 6. He has been living this way for several years in the house that a relative gave him. As he adjusted his tattered sleeves, the 66-year-old man brought out a box of personal items, documents and old newspapers. The documents and evidence were about a criminal case in which four police officers falsely accused Cuong and his two brothers-in-law of a crime they did not commit 38 years earlier. But even until today, that tarnish on his name remains. He has yet to to be given an apology and he has not received any compensation. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/false-accusation-arrest-38-years-prior-ruins-hcmc-man-s-life-4566014.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-06

Aerial view of the 23 Thang 9 Park, one of the locations where HCMC intends to erect a parking lot, October 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Quynh Tran Ho Chi Minh City has asked the National Assembly to approve the construction of parking lots on empty land as the city currently lacks 900 ha (2,224 acres) of parking space. The suggestion has been sent to the Ministry of Planning and Investment for consideration, before being presented to the central government. The proposal was made as the southern metropolis of 10 million people is currently suffering from a severe shortage of parking space. There are only around 300 ha of parking space, far short of the city’s goal of 1,200 ha, according to official data. HCMC is requesting the National Assembly allow investing in structures with the usage of no more than 10 years on empty land. These projects may include high-rise parking complexes and structures for culture and sport activities. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/hcmc-proposes-building-parking-lots-on-empty-land-4567300.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-06

A rescue vessel attends to a 24-ton fishing boat that overturned off the coast of Sinan, South Jeolla Province, South Korea. Photo by Mokpo Coast Guard South Korea is searching for nine missing fishermen, possibly including two Vietnamese, after their boat capsized off the nation's southwest coast. The Mokpo Coast Guard received a report at 11:19 p.m. local time on Saturday that a 24-ton fishing boat had overturned 16.6 kilometers west of Daebichido, an inhabited island in Sinan, a county in South Jeolla Province, the Korea Herald reported Sunday. The coast guards saved two Koreans and one Indonesian, but nine others, who are seven Koreans and two Vietnamese, remain missing, the report said. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/two-vietnamese-among-fishermen-missing-off-south-korea-s-coast-report-4567210.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-06

Janjan (not his real name) plays with his toys during a power outage. Today, he lives with his adoptive parent Trix Clasara and her family. Bernice Beltran This story was produced in partnership with the Pulitzer Center ZAMBALES, Philippines — In their bungalow in the seaside town of San Narciso, Zambales province, Trix and Brando Clasara take turns working, running a household, caring for their three children, and figuring out why their two-year-old adopted son Janjan* throws tantrums. The 37-year-old mother joined Facebook groups to get advice from Filipino adoptive parents but most of them avoided discussing their struggles. “It's the stigma,” Trix says. “They didn’t want others to think that adopting a child was a mistake.” Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/06/2242952/left-limbo-breaking-stigma-surrounding-adoption-philippines -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-06

Suspended Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag attends the preliminary investigation for the murder case of broadcaster Percy Lapid at the Department of Justice on December 5, 2022. STAR / KJ Rosales MANILA, Philippines — While the preliminary investigation into the murder of radio broadcaster Percy Lapid remain pending before the Department of Justice, suspended corrections chief Gerald Bantag continues to face additional legal suits. This time, for plunder and graft. Retired general Gregorio Capatang Jr., acting head of the Bureau of Corrections, filed plunder and graft complaints against Bantag on Monday. Catapang also filed the following complaints against Bantag: 11 counts of malversation through falsification of official documents 11 counts of graft 11 counts of violation of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officers and Employees Administrative cases for grave misconduct, dishonesty and conduct prejudicial to the interest of the service Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/06/2242971/bantag-accused-lapid-murder-and-inmate-torture-now-also-faces-plunder-graft-raps -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-06

Pedestrians walk along Gardens by the Bay in Singapore as the tourist attraction closes down for the night. Philstar.com, file MANILA, Philippines — A lawmaker from a party-list representing Overseas Filipino Workers is seeking an urgent review of all labor agreements the Philippines has with other countries in response to the death of another OFW, reportedly at the hands of her employer. Citing data from the Department of Foreign Affairs, Rep. Marissa Magsino (OFW party-list) is calling for the review all 25 bilateral labor agreements the country inked with other nations. These include agreements with several Gulf States, Italy, among others. "It is alarming that most of our [labor agreements]s are lacking explicit provisions relating to social security, equality of treatment, repatriation, and most importantly, on protocols governing the investigation and prosecution of criminal offenses committed against OFWs, and on legal remedies available to them and their families," Magsino said in a statement. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/06/2242989/after-jullebee-ranara-killing-ofw-party-list-rep-seeks-review-labor-agreements -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-06

Residents of Sibuyan Island put up a barricade to protest the mining exploration activities in the area. Twitter / Rodne Galicha MANILA, Philippines — Altai Philippines Mining Corp. said Monday that it is stopping its "exploration and testing activities" in Sibuyan Island, Romblon that prompted residents to put up a barricade to register their opposition to mining. The announcement comes after the company's trucks, assisted by the Philippine National Police, broke through a line of people who wanted to block them from leaving with nickel ore. The mining company said over the weekend that it had a right to seek police assistance against the residents. "We have decided to voluntarily halt all exploration and testing activities in Sibuyan Island and to continue our full cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities to address any concerns or issues that have been raised," AMPC said in a statement. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/06/2242992/after-tense-week-mining-firm-says-exploration-activities-sibuyan-island-hold -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-06

Phetchaburi Forest to Serve as Geological Tourist Destination BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has announced its plans to turn Khao Nang Phanthurat Forest Park in Phetchaburi province into a geological tourist destination, with the aim of promoting geological studies and the conservation of natural resources. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285661-phetchaburi-forest-to-serve-as-geological-tourist-destination/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has announced its plans to turn Khao Nang Phanthurat Forest Park in Phetchaburi province into a geological tourist destination, with the aim of promoting geological studies and the conservation of natural resources. Dr Yuthapol Angkinan, an advisor to the Natural Resources and Environment minister, said geologists from the Department of Mineral Resources recently discovered a large number of fossilized marine creatures embedded in the limestone mountain within the park. The fossils, which consist of bivalves, single-shell mollusks and corals, are believed to be around 250 million years old, dating back to the Permian period. Geological expert Phoobet Sakha said the limestone mountain in the forest park was formed by the massive accumulation of calcium carbonate sediments over 250 million years ago. According to Phoobet, some of the fossilized corals resemble tree branches or horns, known as Rugose corals, which became extinct 250 million years ago. The discovery is expected to draw the attention of geologists and tourists alike, making the Khao Nang Phanthurat Forest Park a significant destination for those interested in the history of our planet. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230206110626453 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

The weekend’s Fully Moon Party returns to form Full Moon Party February 2023 Koh Pha-ngan’s second Full Moon Party after the pandemic ‘restrictions’ took place yesterday and was a “massive success” with an estimated 20,000 participants. The event was held at Hand Rin, as it is each month, and featured the usual variety of concerts, fire shows and copious amounts alcohol (and perhaps some other substances). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285660-the-weekend’s-fully-moon-party-returns-to-form/

Full Moon Party February 2023 Koh Pha-ngan’s second Full Moon Party after the pandemic ‘restrictions’ took place yesterday and was a “massive success” with an estimated 20,000 participants. The event was held at Hand Rin, as it is each month, and featured the usual variety of concerts, fire shows and copious amounts alcohol (and perhaps some other substances). The district chief, Wijarn Chunthwichit, says that the majority of the tourists were from nearby islands like Koh Samui and Koh Tao. He also emphasised the importance of security at the event and the measures taken to ensure everyone’s safety, including deployment of security personnel to keep an eye out for pickpockets and potential brawls, as well as instructing speedboat operators to provide life jackets to their passengers. “The Full Moon Party is expected to generate more than 1 million baht in revenue.” He stated that the island was now “more or less full of tourists”. This year, Koh Pha ngan has scheduled a total of 12 Full Moon Parties, with dates set for March 7, April 5, May 4, June 4, July 2, August 3 and 31, September 29, October 30, November 27, and December 27 (and extra one for December 31, the New Year’s Eve). This weekend’s Full Moon Party was a “much-needed boost” for the island’s tourism industry after years of pandemic-induced slowdown. The reported numbers of around 20,000 are down a bit on the peak attendances which could reach up to 30,000 revellers in the past. “With the appropriate measures in place and the island being filled with tourists, the event proved to be a huge success and an indicator of better times ahead for Koh Pha ngan’s tourism industry.” The ‘almost’ monthly Full Moon Party has been taking place for over 30 years. The party was started by a small group of backpackers on the island in the 1980s and has since grown into a major tourist attraction, attracting thousands of visitors each month. The Full Moon Party typically takes place on the night of a full moon, with revellers gathering on Haad Rin Beach to dance, drink, and celebrate. Over the years, the Full Moon Party has become known for its vibrant and slightly bohemian atmosphere, trance music and unique party culture. Despite some criticism for its reputation for drug use and alcohol-fueled behavior, the event continues to be a popular destination for young travelers from around the world. In recent years, the Thai government has taken steps to regulate (or try and regulate) the island’s Full Moon Party and improve safety, including increased police presence and efforts to limit drug use and other illegal activities. Despite these efforts, the party remains a staple of the Thai tourism industry and continues to attract thousands of visitors each year. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/islands/the-weekends-fully-moon-party-returns-to-form/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Can’t buy me love, oh yes you can in Phuket PHOTO: Valentines Day Phuket Love is in the air… and the beer…. and the Prosecco Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285659-can’t-buy-me-love-oh-yes-you-can-in-phuket/

PHOTO: Valentines Day Phuket Love is in the air… and the beer…. and the Prosecco Saint Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time for romance, flowers, candle-lit dinners and the whispering of sweet nothings into the shell-like ear of the object of your affections. But in Phuket there can be other distractions. History is unclear on whether any of The Beatles had journeyed to Thailand before they wrote their 1964 smash hit with its charmingly quaint lyrics….“Money Can’t Buy Me Love.” Clearly the lyricist, Paul McCartney, had never experienced the pleasure of a wander down Soi Bangla around midnight on almost any evening. Had he of done so, he would have witnessed filthy lucre buying love….or something that looked very similar, at all sorts of local entertainment venues along that febrile strip. In fairness, John Lennon did come to his senses a few years later when he was quoted as saying, “Anyone who says that money can’t buy me love…. isn’t shopping in the right places.” Possibly there’s some confusion between “love” and its close semantic and linguistic bedfellow “lust” going on here in Phuket. But after a few of the local Chang beers… it’s a case of “Will you stop nit-picking? Can’t you see she’s irresistibly attracted to me, that’s what it’s all about?” Traditionally Valentine’s Day honours a series of ‘Valentines’ who were in fact Christian martyrs. One martyr named Valentine in particular was secretly performing marriages around 270 AD at a time when the Roman Emperor Claudius II had enforced a law in which all young men were to remain single so that he could improve the quality and size of his army. This romantic fellow Valentine continued to secretly perform marriage ceremonies, but was eventually apprehended, imprisoned by Claudius and sentenced to death. So, what a romantic sort of guy Claudius was and here we are some 18 centuries later and Mister Putin seems to be keeping up the same high standards of murderous brutality! Forget about L’Amour, chocolates and flowers… let’s get on with the slaughter boys! Once Valentine was put in jail, myth has it that he fell in love with the daughter of his jailer and before he was executed allegedly sent her a letter signed “from your Valentine.” Probably the most plausible story surrounding St. Valentine is one not focused on Eros (passionate love) but on Agape (Christian love) – Valentine was most likely martyred for refusing to renounce his religion, rather than his hot babe! There’s little doubt that ‘The Paradise Isle of Phuket’ holds abundant opportunities for St Valentine’s romance, whether on a short term, pecuniary basis, or featuring the more traditional longer-term manifestation of the phenomenon. While acolytes of the former may flock to Soi Bangla and its abundant fleshpots, the traditionalists can avail themselves of wondrous beachside dinners, bathed in Prosecco and moon-glow, in which to plight their devotions… if they can afford the price tab that is. Local resort and up-market eateries are quick to jump aboard any marketing bandwagon whenever one comes trundling along and there are few better occasions for a male to lose his normal financial sanity than in pursuit of L’Amour. St Valentine’s is big business in Phuket…. no matter how long the commitment is going to last. Many a male has been so caught up in the romance of Phuket’s tropical island splendor, as to throw all caution to the monsoon winds and actually pop the question at said beachside dinner on February 14. So beware… Phuket is one place where romance is certainly in the air, as well as the beer and the Prosecco. In all this moon-gazing perhaps Dorothy Parker’s wise observation is a pertinent last thought. Acerbic as ever, she remarked that the difference between love for romance and love for money is that love for money costs you a hell of a lot less! Happy Valentine’s. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/best-of-phuket/cant-buy-me-love-oh-yes-you-can-in-phuket/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Muay Thai Festival Takes Place in Hua Hin PRACHUAP KHIRI KHAN, Feb 6 (TNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Royal Thai Army organize the Amazing Thailand Muay Thai Festival to mark the National Muay Thai Day on Feb 6 and to promote the national heritage and tourism. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285658-muay-thai-festival-takes-place-in-hua-hin/

PRACHUAP KHIRI KHAN, Feb 6 (TNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Royal Thai Army organize the Amazing Thailand Muay Thai Festival to mark the National Muay Thai Day on Feb 6 and to promote the national heritage and tourism. The festival takes place from Feb 4-6 at Rajabhakti Park and Suan Son Pradipat Beach and nearby locations in Hua Hin district to honour Phra San Phet VIII, also known as Phra Chao Sua, a king in the Ayutthaya period for his dedication to develop Muay Thai techniques, passed down from generation to generation. Among the highlights of the event is the Wai Kru ceremony which will be performed by 5,000 participants and led by famous Thai boxer Sombat Bua Kaw Banchamek at 5.30 pm today at the Rajabhakti Park. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1109540 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-02-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Outbound Chinese tour groups resume travel to 20 countries, including Thailand Chinese tourists in Thailand prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. PHOTO: Cosmetics China Agency Chinese travel agencies are resuming outbound group tours to 20 countries including Thailand from today. The Bangkok Post reports that the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand is expected to reach pre-Covid levels by the end of the year, according to government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285657-outbound-chinese-tour-groups-resume-travel-to-20-countries-including-thailand/