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The photo of the Commission on Audit's office in Quezon CIty taken on Aug. 17, 2021. The STAR / Michael Varcas MANILA, Philippines — State auditors flagged the National Youth Commission’s “illegal” use of funds meant for the mandatory and continuing training of Sangguniang Kabataan officers for the government’s controversial anti-communist campaign. SK training fund In its annual audit report on the youth body, the Commission on Audit said the NYC was wrong to use the training funds for the anti-communist campaign as the SK law provides that “in no case shall said amount be used for any other purpose.” The COA specifically called out the the group's spending of P651,999.73 for the payment of salaries of three contractual workers assigned to perform tasks relating to the anti-communist campaign. “As there were no funds issued for implementing [anti-communist] activities, it would appear that the agency is defrauding the government by using funds for a different purpose other than that which intended,” state auditors said. They continued: “Therefore, the above salary payments … are considered irregular/illegal expenditures.” Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/06/15/2188571/coa-calls-out-youth-commissions-illegal-use-sk-funds-anti-communism-campaign -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-06-15

A protester raises a banner at a Pride March in Mendiola, Manila on June 26, 2020 that was later dispersed by city police. The STAR / KJ Rosales, file MANILA, Philippines — Two weeks into Pride Month, Sen. Risa Hontiveros expressed her support for the LGBTQ+ community and vowed anew to champion the SOGIE (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression) Equality Bill in the upcoming Congress, which is set to open on July 25. The proposed law, which has been pushed for decades, bans discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. "I’m ready to get back to work. We will use this 19th Congress to carve the runway to pass the SOGIE Equality Bill at long last. We will use this as a fresh opportunity to renew and prioritize our fight for ALL sexualities and genders," she said in an emailed statement on Wednesday. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/06/15/2188577/hontiveros-push-anew-sogie-equality-bill-19th-congress -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-06-15

E-sabong involves remote betting on cockfights. Philstar.com / File MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte apologized for the effects of e-sabong operations around a month after he ordered to end the online cockfighting activities, following Senate probes into the disappearances of over thirty aficionados. "'Yung e-sabong, I'm sorry na I did not really realize that it would be like [that]. Akala ko kasi, 'yung ano, the moving factor there was na imbyerna kasi ako. 640 million a month tapos so many billion a year because our, marami nagooperate eh," he said during the inspection of the National Academy of Sports in Tarlac on Tuesday. ("About e-sabong, I'm sorry I did not realize that it would be like that. I really thought...the moving factor there was I really got annoyed. It brought in P640 million a month so that's billions a year because there were many firms operating.") Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/06/15/2188566/duterte-apologizes-e-sabong-operations -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-06-15

Rabies alert in Pattaya City zone PHOTO: Animal Army Foundation ช่วยเหลือ ปกป้อง ป้องกัน Rabies alert in Pattaya City zone. Two new confirmed cases were found on June 13th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262922-rabies-alert-in-pattaya-city-zone/

PHOTO: Animal Army Foundation ช่วยเหลือ ปกป้อง ป้องกัน Rabies alert in Pattaya City zone. Two new confirmed cases were found on June 13th. A 2-year-old child and 6 adults have been bitten. One was an unvaccinated owned dog and the other was an unvaccinated street dog. There is currently a 14-day high-risk alert from June 13th to June 27th. Please report any animal displaying the following symptoms: erratic behaviour excessive drooling not eating unusual air biting disorientated staggering Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/15/rabies-alert-in-pattaya-city-zone/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Alternative Protest Site Sought for Demonstrators The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced it is searching for an alternative protest location to reduce the impact of public demonstrations on commuters and local residents. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262920-alternative-protest-site-sought-for-demonstrators/

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced it is searching for an alternative protest location to reduce the impact of public demonstrations on commuters and local residents. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt told BMA executives at a recent meeting that he has been closely monitoring the overall situation in the city, amid new anti-government rallies by the Thalu Gas movement over the weekend. The Bangkok governor affirmed that the BMA does not endorse any form of violence and is solely committed to minimizing disruptions that future protests may cause for public commuters. Chadchart explained that moving future protests to a designated location will allow medical responders sufficient time to respond to emergencies and for police to ensure the safety of local businesses and passers-by. Security teams will also be deployed throughout the capital to ensure the safety of local residents. Pol Maj Gen Jirasant Kaewsaeng-ek, deputy commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, meanwhile said police are currently working to identify individuals suspected of breaking the law during weekend protests in Din Deang district. He added that three individuals have so far been issued arrest warrants in connection with the arson attack on a police vehicle during the protests. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Thai police officer sentenced to 20 years for murdering his wife A police captain from Bangkok’s Wang Thong Lang district police was sentenced to 20 years in prison today (Wednesday), after he was found guilty by the Ratchadapisek Criminal Court of shooting his wife to death with a pistol at their house two years ago. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262918-thai-police-officer-sentenced-to-20-years-for-murdering-his-wife/

A police captain from Bangkok’s Wang Thong Lang district police was sentenced to 20 years in prison today (Wednesday), after he was found guilty by the Ratchadapisek Criminal Court of shooting his wife to death with a pistol at their house two years ago. Pol Cpt Songklod Boonsong was charged with using his .45 calibre pistol to kill his wife, Pimchadaporn Pooyamsai, following a heated argument at their house in the Bang Kapi area of Bangkok on June 20th, 2020. During the trial, the officer claimed that he used the gun to intimidate his wife and had no intention to shoot her. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-police-officer-sentenced-to-20-years-for-murdering-his-wife/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Thailand to temporarily exempt immigration forms for international passengers PHOTO: Bangkok Biz News The Thai Cabinet has agreed to temporarily exempt the use of immigration forms “Tor Mor 6” for foreigners entering and departing from Thailand at all international airports to reduce congestion at Immigration checkpoints. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262917-thailand-to-temporarily-exempt-immigration-forms-for-international-passengers/

PHOTO: Bangkok Biz News The Thai Cabinet has agreed to temporarily exempt the use of immigration forms “Tor Mor 6” for foreigners entering and departing from Thailand at all international airports to reduce congestion at Immigration checkpoints. Government spokesperson Traisulee Traisornkul said on Tuesday, June 14th, that the exemption aimed to facilitate foreign travelers and reduce the congestion at the airports as the number of incoming tourists has increased significantly after the country reopening. Foreigners traveling by land and sea are still required to fill out the forms because the arrivals are not significantly increasing as by air. The immigration forms are still practical in terms of crime prevention and tracking. Without the form, the physical information of incoming tourists entering that country will be collected via biometrics and their tourism information/destinations will be collected from the tour operators and airlines. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/15/thailand-to-temporarily-exempt-immigration-forms-for-international-passengers-traveling-by-air-to-reduce-congestion/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Cabinet Acknowledges Plan to Develop Public Financial Skills BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet has approved in principle a plan to develop people’s financial skills as part of the government’s year for addressing household debt. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262916-cabinet-acknowledges-plan-to-develop-public-financial-skills/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet has approved in principle a plan to develop people’s financial skills as part of the government’s year for addressing household debt. Government Spokesperson Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said the 2022-2027 plan consists of eight measures and 19 strategies. The aim was to encourage members of the public to recognize the importance of monetary management and accessing financial information. Under the new plan, Thais of all ages will be expected to know how to properly manage their assets, refrain from creating unnecessary debt, and maximize their savings. Additionally, the plan will educate people on digital assets and how to benefit from them while managing associated risks. In a related development, Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow said the government was confident that the depreciation of cryptocurrencies would have no impact on the Thai economy. He specifically cited their low investment volume relative to the stock market. Bitcoin, the biggest cryptocurrency, was valued at about US$21,900 dollars as of Wednesday morning, a far cry from its all-time-high of around $68,000 in November 2021. Minister Supattanapong reiterated that the administration has continuously warned investors about the fluctuations and risks associated with crypto. He also urged people to exercise the utmost caution when making digital asset-related investments. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Officials Ordered to Monitor Commodity Product Prices BANGKOK (NNT) - Officials will be keeping a close eye on commodity prices amid reports that entrepreneurs are raising rates well above the government’s predetermined ceiling. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262915-officials-ordered-to-monitor-commodity-product-prices/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Officials will be keeping a close eye on commodity prices amid reports that entrepreneurs are raising rates well above the government’s predetermined ceiling. The government made the announcement following Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, noting that some price hikes unfairly burden consumers. The administration has so far declared over 200 products to be controlled goods that cannot legally be sold above their set prices. The complete list of these items can be found on the official website of the Department of Internal Trade at dit.go.th. Vendors are also urged to refrain from raising prices on goods not listed as controlled. The Cabinet also approved a 3.5 billion-baht central budget for emergencies so the Ministry of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation can expedite its “U2T for BCG and Regional Development” plan. The grassroots post-pandemic economic and social development plan will be implemented in more than 7,400 sub-districts throughout Thailand. The plan is expected to create about 68,000 jobs intended primarily for new graduates, while putting no less than 600 million baht into monthly circulation. Full Story: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220615133552924 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Parliament passes 1st reading of Marriage Equality Bill, paving way for same sex marriage Thailand’s House of Representatives passed the first reading of the Move Forward party’s groundbreaking Marriage Equality Bill today (Wednesday), by 212 votes to 180 votes, with 12 abstentions and 4 no votes. The Bill, which, if it becomes law, will allow same-sex marriage. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262913-parliament-passes-1st-reading-of-marriage-equality-bill-paving-way-for-same-sex-marriage/

Thailand’s House of Representatives passed the first reading of the Move Forward party’s groundbreaking Marriage Equality Bill today (Wednesday), by 212 votes to 180 votes, with 12 abstentions and 4 no votes. The Bill, which, if it becomes law, will allow same-sex marriage. A parliamentary committee has been set up to scrutinise the Bill over the next 15 days, before it is resubmitted for its second and final readings in the House of Representatives. The Civil Partnership Bill proposed by the Government, will, however be used as the basis for the committee’s scrutiny, followed by the Marriage Equality Bill, raising fears of some moderation of sections of the final Bill. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/parliament-passes-1st-reading-of-marriage-equality-bill-paving-way-for-same-sex-marriage/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

How to avoid derailing renewed cannabis debate When the “freedom” to own guns was constitutionally embraced in America a long time ago, critics must have given the same warning as their Thai counterparts up in arms against the “legalization” of cannabis at the moment. Firearms would be misused, it must have been said. The weapons could have fallen into the wrong hands. Tragedies would happen. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262912-how-to-avoid-derailing-renewed-cannabis-debate/

When the “freedom” to own guns was constitutionally embraced in America a long time ago, critics must have given the same warning as their Thai counterparts up in arms against the “legalization” of cannabis at the moment. Firearms would be misused, it must have been said. The weapons could have fallen into the wrong hands. Tragedies would happen. Powerful businesses joined the fray in America. They did not come out to say directly that gun ownership freedom would give them huge profits, but everybody knew that the industry was formidable politically and its lobbying strength was virtually unmatched. And everyone knows all too well that the industry can easily survive occasional bumps on the road, when random shootings unleashed by “maniacs” occur at schools or fast-food restaurants. Thailand’s cannabis legalization uproar mirrors the US controversy. The leaves could easily be misused. Or they could have gone into the wrong hands. Tragedies could be around the corner. Then there are those standing to benefit handsomely. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/how-to-avoid-derailing-renewed-cannabis-debate/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Pheu Thai party welcomes Nattawut Saikua’s return FILE / Nattawut Saikuar addresses the crowd during a demonstration in Bangkok. / AFP Former Pheu Thai MP Nattawut Saikua has returned to the party as the director of the “Pheu Thai family”, whose first assignment is to visit the north-eastern province of Si Sa Ket to recruit new “family” members, with an ambitious aim at a landslide win in this province in the next general election. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262911-pheu-thai-party-welcomes-nattawut-saikua’s-return/

FILE / Nattawut Saikuar addresses the crowd during a demonstration in Bangkok. / AFP Former Pheu Thai MP Nattawut Saikua has returned to the party as the director of the “Pheu Thai family”, whose first assignment is to visit the north-eastern province of Si Sa Ket to recruit new “family” members, with an ambitious aim at a landslide win in this province in the next general election. Nattawut, who is best known for his role as one of the leaders of the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship (UDD) or the Red Shirts, was given a hero’s welcome at a book store event, in Khlong San district of Bangkok today (Wednesday), presided over by Paetongtarn Shinawatra, head of the so called Pheu Thai Family and advisory chair of public participation and innovations for the party. Nattawut said today that a simple election win by the Pheu Thai party is not enough under the present election rules, but the party and its allies must win more than half of the seats in the Lower House to prevent the other camp from forming the government. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pheu-thai-party-welcomes-nattawut-saikuas-return/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-15 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

PHOTO: ปรเมศวร์-เบียร์ งามพิเชษฐ์ Poramese “Beer” Ngampichese has officially been certified as the new Pattaya Mayor by the Election Commission and vows to fulfill his four major campaign promises. The Election Commission eventually verified the Pattaya mayor election yesterday, June 13th, saying that the election has been honest and fair in accordance with Section 17 of the Provincial Administrative Election Act of 2019. The No.1 candidate from the Rao Rak Pattaya team Poramese Ngampichese who obtained the most votes is, therefore, certified as the Pattaya Mayor, effective yesterday June 13th. Meanwhile Poramese after knowing this announcement told the Pattaya press that he would immediately start working on his four campaign promises: Fixing the tourism-reliant economy, uplifting overall living conditions including roadworks being finished, solving flooding problems, and improving education for youth in Pattaya. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/14/poramese-beer-ngampiches-officially-certified-as-pattaya-mayor-vows-to-fulfill-four-major-campaign-promises/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-14 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

A female motorcyclist and her passenger were injured in a hit and run with a sedan in Pattaya. Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation rescuers responded to a hit-and-run report in front of the Pho Samphan temple on Pattaya Road in the Na Kluea subdistrict of Banglamung, Chonburi. The report came in the early morning of today, June 14th. Two female victims (name and age not provided) were found beside their damaged motorbike. The rider, according to The Pattaya News reporters, sustained broken wrists and tears in her knees while her passenger only sustained minor injuries. Rescuers also found a part of a car’s side-view mirror on the road and kept it as evidence. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/14/speeding-sedan-crashes-into-and-injures-two-young-woman-on-a-motorbike-in-pattaya-car-driver-flees/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-14 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

MADISON, WISCONSIN - JUNE 12: Thongchai Jaidee of Thailand holds the winner's trophy on the 18th green after winning the American Family Insurance Championship at University Ridge Golf Club on June 12, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) Thongchai Jaidee wrote a slice of golf history by becoming the first Thai golfer to win on PGA TOUR Champions following a one-stroke victory over Tom Pernice Jr. at the American Family Insurance Championship on Sunday. Tied for the overnight lead, the 52-year-old Thongchai signed off with a 4-under 68 for a winning total of 14-under 202 at University Ridge – The University of Wisconsin Golf Course to earn his maiden victory on U.S. soil in what was his 19th career start on PGA TOUR Champions. Jerry Kelly and 36-hole co-leader Miguel Angel Jimenez were amongst four players who finished tied third. “I’m really very happy with the tournament here. Sometimes everything has to be perfect, you can’t expect you can win … I’m very happy,” said a jubilant Thongchai, who had earned a place in this week’s tournament after finishing T10 in Iowa last weekend. With his lowest 54-hole score on PGA TOUR Champions, Thongchai became the first international winner of the American Family Insurance Championship which dates back to 2016, and rose to 12th place on the Charles Schwab Cup standing. He is now exempt on the over-50 circuit through the end of 2023 and also earned a spot in the 2023 Mitsubishi Electric Championship in Hualalai. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/14/pga-tour-news-thongchai-jaidee-becomes-first-thai-to-win-on-pga-tour-champions/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-14 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Bangkok, 14 June 2022 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to report that Thailand has won the ‘Golden Travel Destination Award 2022’ from Dutch tour operator Reisgraag.nl, having scored an impressive 8.5 out of 10 in the company’s latest travel survey. Ms. Soraya Homchuen, TAT Director of the Paris Office, which its responsible areas are France, Benelux, Monaco, and North Africa, said, “Thailand is pleased and honored to receive this award. Our hearts are warmed by the idea that many people love and miss our wonderful holiday destination. And now, with Thailand once again open and entry restrictions having been significantly eased, we are pleased to welcome not only Dutch travelers, but travelers from around the world to our beautiful tropical beaches, our splendid temples, our bustling cities, our vibrant culinary scene, and everything else on offer.” Dutch travelers scored Thailand highly in various areas of the Reisgraag.nl survey. ‘Hospitality’ received the highest praise with a score of 8.8, followed by ‘Location’, ‘Attractions’, ‘Culture’, and ‘Restaurants’ each with 8.5, and ‘Going Out’ with 7.8. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/14/thailand-wins-golden-travel-destination-award-2022-from-reisgraag-nl/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-14 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!