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A 63-year-old New Zealand expat has been arrested in Phuket with 26 guns, 11 grenades, and many bullets. The Region 8 Police told the Phuket Express that they have arrested Mr. Gareth Alan Davies, 63, a New Zealander, at a house in Soi Bae Hua in Kathu district this morning (November 7th). Seized from him inside the house were seven rifles including an AK and M16, 19 handguns, 11 grenades, and many bullets. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/07/63-year-old-new-zealand-expat-arrested-in-phuket-with-26-guns-11-grenades-and-many-bullets/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Justice Minister Plans Optional Aid for Fetus Killed in Nong Bua Lamphu Massacre BANGKOK, Nov 7 (TNA) – Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin is looking for optional help for a fetus that died in the nursery massacre in Nong Bua Lam Phu province on Oct 6. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277017-justice-minister-plans-optional-aid-for-fetus-killed-in-nong-bua-lamphu-massacre/

BANGKOK, Nov 7 (TNA) – Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin is looking for optional help for a fetus that died in the nursery massacre in Nong Bua Lam Phu province on Oct 6. The minister said that financial compensation was paid to the cases of 36 victims on Oct 9 but that excluded the fetus case. The eight-month fetus was in the womb of a teacher identified as “Pon” who was killed in the massacre at the nursery of the Uthai Sawan local administrative organization in Na Klang district on Oct 6. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news/line-today-english-news-1052835 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Assistant film director in police custody on sexual assault charges An assistant film director, whose name is being withheld, is currently in police custody on charges of committing an indecent act on a male aged under 18. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277016-assistant-film-director-in-police-custody-on-sexual-assault-charges/

An assistant film director, whose name is being withheld, is currently in police custody on charges of committing an indecent act on a male aged under 18. The suspect was arrested by officials of the Department of Special Investigation and police from Bang Bua Thong district in Nonthaburi in front of a film studio on Kaset-Nawamin Road, after the Nonthaburi Provincial Court issued a warrant on Sunday. Pol Col Worranan Srilum, director of the Special Cases Division and spokesman for the DSI, said that forensics officers have thoroughly checked the suspect’s vehicle for traces of semen, to substantiate the charges against him. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/assistant-film-director-in-police-custody-on-sexual-assault-charges/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thai Cabinet might reportedly reject Interior Ministry’s foreign land ownership proposal PHOTO: Matichon Onlline Thai media says the Cabinet might reportedly consider rescinding the Interior Ministry’s foreign land ownership proposal that will allow foreigners who invest 40 million baht per year for three years to own up to 1 rai of land (roughly 0.4 acre) in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277015-thai-cabinet-might-reportedly-reject-interior-ministry’s-foreign-land-ownership-proposal/

PHOTO: Matichon Onlline Thai media says the Cabinet might reportedly consider rescinding the Interior Ministry’s foreign land ownership proposal that will allow foreigners who invest 40 million baht per year for three years to own up to 1 rai of land (roughly 0.4 acre) in Thailand. According to Thai media, General Anupong Paochinda, Minister of the Interior, will propose to the Cabinet tomorrow, November 8th, to withdraw the ministry’s proposal to allow foreigners to buy and own land in Thailand in order to boost the country’s economy. The proposal had already been approved in principle by the Cabinet on October 25th, and it has sparked a fierce backlash ever since. Many are chastising the government run by Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha for putting the country on sale. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/07/thai-cabinet-might-reportedly-reject-interior-ministrys-foreign-land-ownership-proposal-due-to-massive-public-backlash/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thailand’s Interior Ministry considers tighter gun controls The Ministry of Interior is considering tighter gun controls, by requiring every gun license applicant to have a doctor’s certificate indicating that they are mentally fit and a certificate from their employer, village headman or superior about their character, in addition to the existing pre-qualifications, said Interior Minister Anupong Paochinda today (Monday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277014-thailand’s-interior-ministry-considers-tighter-gun-controls/

The Ministry of Interior is considering tighter gun controls, by requiring every gun license applicant to have a doctor’s certificate indicating that they are mentally fit and a certificate from their employer, village headman or superior about their character, in addition to the existing pre-qualifications, said Interior Minister Anupong Paochinda today (Monday). His remark was in response to a question raised by Senator Amphon Jindawatthana during a Senate meeting today, regarding gun-related crime. The minister said that, currently, an applicant must meet certain requirements in order to be granted a license to buy a gun, such as not being sentenced to imprisonment, not being an incompetent person or a person who has committed gross misconduct. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-interior-ministry-considers-tighter-gun-controls/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Will the government’s land ownership scheme for wealthy foreigners get off the ground? Thai people are mostly opposed to a controversial government move that would allow high net worth foreigners to own land in the country. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277013-will-the-government’s-land-ownership-scheme-for-wealthy-foreigners-get-off-the-ground/

Thai people are mostly opposed to a controversial government move that would allow high net worth foreigners to own land in the country. A Cabinet resolution last month allows foreigners who invest 40 million baht in Thailand to buy up to one rai (0.16 hectares) of land. Conditional offer The Cabinet approval for the Interior Ministry proposal on land ownership for foreigners is primarily aimed at attracting more foreign investment to the country. The proposal, however, attaches many conditions: A foreigner must invest at least 40 million baht for at least three years in the country. Four groups of foreigners are eligible for the privilege: wealthy people, pensioners, those who want to work from Thailand, and talented workers eligible for a long-term resident visa. They have to invest at least 40 million in a targeted business for at least three years. Investment in financial assets, such as bonds, are also allowed. If the investment is withdrawn before the three-year period, the right to own land will be revoked. Purchase of agricultural land is not allowed, and land can be bought only in urban areas of Bangkok, Pattaya, municipality areas, or designated residential areas. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/will-the-governments-land-ownership-scheme-for-wealthy-foreigners-get-off-the-ground/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-07 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

43 teenagers arrested at two alleged drug parties in Sattahip area PHOTO: นักข่าว เมืองชล Chonburi police busted two alleged drug parties in the Sattahip area and arrested over 43 teenagers, mostly under 18 years old. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276818-43-teenagers-arrested-at-two-alleged-drug-parties-in-sattahip-area/

PHOTO: นักข่าว เมืองชล Chonburi police busted two alleged drug parties in the Sattahip area and arrested over 43 teenagers, mostly under 18 years old. Chonburi police led by Pol. Maj. Gen. Kittanate Thanananthavisin, Chief Commander of Chonburi Police, arranged a press conference to announce a massive arrest of 43 teenagers who allegedly mingled at two unnamed resorts in the Sattahip area to hold drug parties. The operation to take down the two parties took place at 2.30 AM on Thursday, November 3rd, after police received a tip-off from concerned citizens. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/04/43-teenagers-arrested-at-two-alleged-drug-parties-in-sattahip-area/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-04 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

2-year-old boy gets his head stuck in automatic gate and sustains serious injury PHOTO: ข่าวศรีราชาท้องถิ่น A 2-year-old boy sustained a serious head injury after getting his head stuck in an automatic gate by accident. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276817-2-year-old-boy-gets-his-head-stuck-in-automatic-gate-and-sustains-serious-injury/

PHOTO: ข่าวศรีราชาท้องถิ่น A 2-year-old boy sustained a serious head injury after getting his head stuck in an automatic gate by accident. Sri Racha rescuers were called in to save the boy from getting his head crushed at a house in a housing complex in Sri Racha’s Bowin subdistrict, Chonburi. The boy’s head was tightly stuck in an automatic gate to a parking area. Pol. Capt. Apichart Waewkratoke from the Sri Racha police station, who happened to live next door, came to help cut the iron gate. Eventually, the young child was freed and taken to a hospital for medical treatment. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/04/2-year-old-boy-gets-his-head-stuck-in-automatic-gate-and-sustains-serious-injury-in-sri-racha/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-04 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thief arrested on Pattaya Walking Street after stealing luxury purse from Thai woman A 34-year-old thief was arrested by Pattaya police on Walking Street after trying to pickpocket a woman of her luxurious purse. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276816-thief-arrested-on-pattaya-walking-street-after-stealing-luxury-purse-from-thai-woman/

A 34-year-old thief was arrested by Pattaya police on Walking Street after trying to pickpocket a woman of her luxurious purse. The suspect was identified by police as Decha Suebburt. He was first caught by the victims, Wichuda Sangsamanan, 27, and her unidentified friend who said the suspect approached them to sell candies. The incident took place while Wichuda and her friend were walking on Pattaya Walking Street in South Pattaya at 3 AM today, November 4th. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/04/thief-arrested-on-pattaya-walking-street-after-stealing-luxury-purse-from-thai-woman/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-04 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

UN FAO recognises raising of swamp buffalo in southern Thailand as part of its GIAHS initiative The UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has designated the raising of swamp buffaloes in the Thale Noi area of southern Thailand as part of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276815-un-fao-recognises-raising-of-swamp-buffalo-in-southern-thailand-as-part-of-its-giahs-initiative/

The UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has designated the raising of swamp buffaloes in the Thale Noi area of southern Thailand as part of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). The GIAHS initiative was launched by the FAO in 2002, during the World Summit on Sustainable Development in Johannesburg. To date, 67 sites in 22 countries have been designated as GIAHS and many others are looking to be so recognised in the future. Cherdsak Kuarak, a lecturer at the Faculty of Technology and Community Development at Thaksin University’s Songkhla campus, said that the GIAHS designation will promote the conservation of a unique agricultural culture, food security, sustainable development and the creation of alternative professions, besides agriculture, which will help boost revenues in rural communities. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/un-fao-recognises-raising-of-swamp-buffalo-in-southern-thailand-as-part-of-its-giahs-initiative/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-04 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Students at a primary school in HCMC, October 20, 2021. Photo by VnExpress/Quynh Tran Schools in HCMC will push morning classes hours back starting next week to let students sleep more as requested by the municipal education department. The Nguyen Du secondary school in the downtown District 1 said Wednesday that morning classes would begin 15 minutes later at 7:15 a.m. starting next Monday. The Nguyen Thai Binh primary school in District 4 would also push back morning class hours by 15 minutes to 7:30 a.m. starting next week. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/hcmc-schools-push-back-morning-classes-for-more-snooze-4531755.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-04

Erosion triggered by Storm Nesat that struck last month has killed one person after pulling five houses into a river in the central Quang Tri Province. An eroded area along the bank of the Thach Han River in Quang Tri as seen in early November. Storm Nesat approached Vietnam in mid-October and devolved into a tropical depression over the waters off the central coast on Oct. 19. Its caused erosion at eight spots along Thach Han River that stretch 4,750 meters in combination, threatening the safety of 142 families and 28 hectares of farmland. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/news/fatal-erosion-puts-riverine-community-in-danger-4532051.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-04

Two phones with opened Zalo app show the "Connecting" notification, meaning they could not be connected to the app server, on November 4, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Luu Quy Several Zalo users said they could neither send messages nor gain access into the chat application on Friday, instead only receiving the "no connection" notification. "At first, I thought there was something wrong with the Internet, but I tried Wi-Fi, 4G and even restarting the phone to no avail," said Ngoc Anh, who lives in Hanoi's Cau Giay District. Anh said she rarely uses Zalo, but a friend sent her a message on the app on Friday, so she had to open it up. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/zalo-mobile-users-in-vietnam-report-noon-outage-4532106.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-04

A woman shows a video capture on her smartphone in Hanoi, October 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Thanh Starting Dec. 12, each family classified as "poor" will be given a smartphone as regulated by the Ministry of Information and Communications. The ministry said that each poor family will be given a smartphone if they have not received one from any other benefactors or charity programs. The program will give away the smartphone based on the list of poor and near-poor families in each city and province. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/poor-vietnamese-families-to-get-free-smartphone-4532139.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-04

A full moon rises, as seen from the city of Ashkelon, Israel, July 27, 2018. Photo by Reuters/Amir Cohen The last total lunar eclipse of the year, also known as a blood moon because of the reddish tinge the full moon takes on when fully eclipsed, would happen on November 8. A partial lunar eclipse will begin at around 4:09 p.m., and totality will begin at around 5:17 p.m. (Hanoi time). The total lunar eclipse would last about 85 minutes, when the moon will turn reddish-copper, Space.com reported. The partial lunar eclipse can be observed from Iceland and regions in South America, south and central Asia and Russia. North America, several regions in South America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand will be able to observe the total lunar eclipse. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/blood-moon-lunar-eclipse-observable-next-week-4532172.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-04

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is given departure honors at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2 on September 18, 2022 for his trip to the United States. The STAR / KJ Rosales MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of South Korea and Cambodia on the sidelines of the 40th and 41st Association of Southeast Asian Nations summits. Marcos will meet Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, next week. “The Republic of Korea is a key partner of the Philippines economically in terms of defense and security and tourism. We have a very multi-faceted relation with the Republic of Korea so it’s very important they discuss current and pending issues between our two countries, and opportunities we can pursue together,” Department of Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary Nathaniel Imperial said in a briefing Friday. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/04/2221551/marcos-hold-talks-leaders-south-korea-cambodia-asean-sidelines -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-04