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Earthquake investigation uncovers overlooked fault line behind 4.5 magnitude tremor in Northern Thailand by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Phitsanulok and Pichit provinces, situated in the North of Thailand, were recently shaken by a significant earthquake, rated 4.5 on the Richter scale. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299666-earthquake-investigation-uncovers-overlooked-fault-line-behind-45-magnitude-tremor-in-northern-thailand/

Phitsanulok and Pichit provinces, situated in the North of Thailand, were recently shaken by a significant earthquake, rated 4.5 on the Richter scale. The tremors caused noticeable damage to various buildings, including residences, religious sites, schools, and a hospital. As the earthquake investigation progresses, the fault line is currently under scrutiny by the Department of Mineral Resources and is suspected to be responsible for these tremors. Suvapak Imsamut, Deputy Chief and spokesperson for the department addressed the situation in a news conference held yesterday. He informed the public of the department’s keen interest and ongoing earthquake investigation concerning the tremors that occurred late last week. “Our previous stance was that this hidden fault remains inactive. Nevertheless, it might be necessary to shift it to the active fault list. This move, however, will only follow after comprehensive analysis and official approval of our findings,” stated Suvapak. Suvapak also mentioned the categorisation of Phitsanulok province under the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning as a “green zone” indicating the region’s vulnerability and needing quake-induced damage control methods. by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/overlooked-fault-line-triggers-4-5-magnitude-earthquake-in-northern-thailand -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-04 - 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.

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 4 July 2023 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299665-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-4-july-2023/

His Majesty the King opened the new session of parliament late yesterday afternoon with a ceremony at the Parliament Complex in Nonthaburi, Shortly afterwards Move Forward Party leader Pita Lim-jaroen-rat announced his party would support The Pracha-chat Party leader to become the next Speaker of the house. While Move Forward would take the seat for the First Deputy House Speaker, and Pheu Thai the Second Deputy House Speakers seat. The House is due to hold its first official meeting today to formally elect the House speaker and two deputies. A billionaire businessman who called himself the ‘Jack Ma of Thailand,’ was sentenced to prison on charges of fraud yesterday. He and 2 others were found guilty of posting false advertisements to trick victims into investing in or trading luxury items and tour packages. The court sentenced Prasit Jeaw-kok who is being detained at Bang Kwang Prison in Nonthaburi, to 5 years jail for each of 321 counts, which totals 1.155 years, however the law allows for a maximum term of 20 years. The court also ordered Prasit to pay 1 billion baht compensation to his victims. The Yellow Line train service began commercial operation yesterday in bangkok with fares ranging from 15 to-45 baht per trip. The director of rail fares said young Children and the disabled may ride free of charge while senior citizens are entitled to a 50% discount. Chulalongkorn University'is recruiting volunteers to take part in a new study aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the Moderna bivalent Covid-19 vaccine, And whether it should be made available as a seasonal booster shot, A leading Health official says the number of Covid-19 cases continues to fall along with the number of related fatalities, He added the number of long covid cases was low and not a serious concern, However many people appear to be wary of getting booster jabs for fear of side effects, He assured people that covid vaccines are safe. Around the Region: China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, said yesterday that China, Japan and South Korea need to send a clear signal of regrouping towards co-operation, and resist "the coercion of bullying and domination", His remarks came at a time of heightened tension as the United States moves to forge closer ties with Japan and South Korea to push back against China's growing regional influence. The weather: Sunny fine and dry to the south with rain in central Thailand Chiang Mai and the north: thundershowers 31C Bangkok: Cloudy, thundershowers 31C Pattaya, bright, cloudy with some rain 32C Phuket and the south: sunny 31C ‘Hua Hin’ :Sunny partly cloudy isolated showers 33C Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 -- © Copyright SURF 102.5 FM 2023-07-04 - 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.

Toll evasion leads to Cambodian driver’s arrest over unpaid Thai charges totaling 71,580 Baht by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Istock A Cambodian driver named Term Nuo was apprehended by Highway Police yesterday, after driving through a toll gate in Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district without settling accrued toll charges totalling over 70,000 baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299663-toll-evasion-leads-to-cambodian-driver’s-arrest-over-unpaid-thai-charges-totaling-71580-baht/

A Cambodian driver named Term Nuo was apprehended by Highway Police yesterday, after driving through a toll gate in Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district without settling accrued toll charges totalling over 70,000 baht. The toll evasion arrest took place at 1.30am, led by the acting chief of Highway Police, Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat Pankaew. In recent history, an effort was made to improve traffic flow along Highway 9 between Bang Pa-in and Bang Phli, resulting in the introduction of barrier-free M-Flow channels last year. Motorists are allowed to use these channels, even in the absence of an M-Flow account, yet are obliged to pay the outstanding charges within two days of passage. It’s also worth noting that a failure to timely settle these charges attracts a fine equal to ten times the incurred charge. The vehicle operated by Term Nuo, a Toyota pickup truck, was among the top twenty vehicles featured on the police’s list of toll evasion offenders. by Mitch Connor Top Photo courtesy of Istock #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/cambodian-driver-arrested-over-unpaid-thai-toll-charges-totalling-71580-baht-2 -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-04 - 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.

Elderly Couple Battles Life's Hardships, Surviving on Scavenging Photo: Sanook Sanook reporters visited a construction worker's camp in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi, and discovered an elderly couple's plight. Boonlue, 73, and Toi, 72, were found dwelling in a tiny room without any beds, using a thin mat to sleep on the bare floor. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299662-elderly-couple-battles-lifes-hardships-surviving-on-scavenging/

Sanook reporters visited a construction worker's camp in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi, and discovered an elderly couple's plight. Boonlue, 73, and Toi, 72, were found dwelling in a tiny room without any beds, using a thin mat to sleep on the bare floor. Their few possessions include a single electric frying pan and a fan. The elderly couple, already suffering from signs of dementia due to their age, struggle to make ends meet by collecting and selling waste. Photo: Sanook Toi recounted their previous life at the camp, living with their son who worked as a construction worker and was the family's primary breadwinner. Tragically, their son passed away last month, leaving the elderly couple with the challenging task of providing for themselves. Photo: Sanook Their meager monthly income of around 400-500 Baht, from selling collected items, is used for food and drinking water. The pair don't have identification cards, depriving them of any social security benefits. Photo: Sanook #news -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-04 - 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. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Tragic Accident: Construction Worker Electrocuted on Incomplete Rooftop Photo: Siam Rath A tragic incident took place yesterday, July 3rd, around 09.40 am in the Thung Yai district of Nakhon Si Thammarat province, where a 53-year-old construction worker fatally electrocuted while working on an unfinished rooftop. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299660-tragic-accident-construction-worker-electrocuted-on-incomplete-rooftop/

A tragic incident took place yesterday, July 3rd, around 09.40 am in the Thung Yai district of Nakhon Si Thammarat province, where a 53-year-old construction worker fatally electrocuted while working on an unfinished rooftop. The victim, identified as Mr. Amnuay, was part of a crew constructing a modern one-story house for the homeowner, Mrs. Aphorn, reported Siam Rath. Photo: Siam Rath According to Aphorn, Mr. Amnuay was cutting metal sheets on the roof using an electric tool when a possible malfunction occurred, causing a surge of electricity to disperse across the metal sheet and onto Mr. Amnuay. His colleagues heard a loud sound and found him convulsing but were unable to assist due to the absence of a ladder. Photo: Siam Rath The local rescue team and officials from the district office, upon arrival, turned off the electrical supply, preventing further accidents. Despite their efforts, Mr. Amnuay was pronounced dead at the scene. His bereaved wife, alerted by Aphorn, arrived at the scene, visibly distraught. The body was released to the family for religious rites. #news Top Photo: Siam Rath -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-04 - 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. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Distraught Young Man Seeks Justice after House Collapses in Mid-night Disaster Photo: Siam Rath A distressed young man's home was severely damaged when his house wall collapsed onto him as he slept during the night. The disastrous event, resembling scenes from a movie, resulted in his injuries and flooding of the residence. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299659-distraught-young-man-seeks-justice-after-house-collapses-in-mid-night-disaster/

A distressed young man's home was severely damaged when his house wall collapsed onto him as he slept during the night. The disastrous event, resembling scenes from a movie, resulted in his injuries and flooding of the residence. The 26-year-old, identified as Jirasilp, called for media assistance and for the developers and relevant parties to be held accountable for the horrifying incident. He expressed his desire to sell back his house, reported Siam Rath. Photo: Siam Rath Residing in a community within Nikhom Patana, Rayong, Jirasilp's dwelling is one amongst a cluster of six houses. The calamity struck on July 1, 2023, at 2:00 AM amidst heavy rainfall. Jirasilp, who was sleeping alone in his room at the time, narrowly escaped the collapsing debris with his dogs. Subsequently, he received medical attention at a nearby hospital. Photo: Siam Rath Jirasilp has resided in the house, priced at 2,434,000 baht, for three years, following a purchase agreement in 2020. Despite previously noticing minor leakage issues during rainfall, the significance of the situation only dawned on him after the catastrophic incident. His mother, Nattharujee, a 48-year-old vendor, pleaded with the developers for justice and empathy towards her hardworking son, who had invested heavily to secure this house as their first home. Photo: Siam Rath Top Photo: Siam Rath #news -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-04 - 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. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

UPDATE: Police call on Don Mueang Airport to make CCTV footage of freak escalator walk accident available by James Morris and Son Nguyen The son of the 57-year-old woman named Ms Supannie Kittiratana who is being treated in a sterile environment at Bumrungrad Hospital, said that his mother was suffering mentally from the shock and trauma of what happened to her and was receiving psychiatric care. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299617-aot-forms-committee-to-probe-walkway-incident/?do=findComment&comment=18180890

Police call on Don Mueang Airport to make CCTV footage of freak escalator walk accident available by James Morris and Son Nguyen The son of the 57-year-old woman named Ms Supannie Kittiratana who is being treated in a sterile environment at Bumrungrad Hospital, said that his mother was suffering mentally from the shock and trauma of what happened to her and was receiving psychiatric care. Police investigating the shocking incident last Thursday at Don Mueang International Airport in which a 57-year-old woman lost the bottom half of her left leg on an automatic walkway escalator appealed, on Tuesday, for the airport’s authorities to hand over CCTV footage of the accident as officers try to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the freak occurrence in which the woman’s legs become enmeshed in the device. Following a conference on Tuesday between investigators at Don Mueang Police Station, the Superintendent, Police Colonel Adirek Thongkaemkaew made the appeal noting that, in the past, airport authorities had always cooperated promptly and even now, the case may not be delayed. Last week, the Prime Minister’s Office highlighted the case as of major importance to the kingdom and its foreign tourism economy at this time while calling for a rigorous enquiry. Full story: https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/07/04/police-seek-cctv-tape-of-escalator-left-leg-accident-don-mueang-airport/ -- © Copyright Thai Examiner 2023-07-04 - 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.

Raid on bar in Soi 80 leads to multiple arrests for illegal activities By Online Reporter A raid carried out during the early hours of Monday morning on an unlicensed bar in Hua Hin Soi 80 resulted in the arrest of several individuals involved in illegal activity. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299657-raid-on-bar-in-soi-80-leads-to-multiple-arrests-for-illegal-activities/

A raid carried out during the early hours of Monday morning on an unlicensed bar in Hua Hin Soi 80 resulted in the arrest of several individuals involved in illegal activity. A joint operation under the direction of Pol. Lt. Gen. Thanayut Wutthicharatchthon, the Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 7 saw 167 people tested for drug use. Among those arrested at the property was a 44 year old man from Bo Fai who was already wanted by police. Other individuals involved faced various charges related to the operation of an unlicensed establishment, including the sale of alcohol without permission, operating during prohibited hours, and violating regulations regarding the sale of electronic cigarettes, vaping devices and hookah shisha. By Online Reporter #news Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/local-news/raid-on-bar-in-soi-80-leads-to-multiple-arrests-for-illegal-activities/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2023-07-04 - 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.

Bangkok school security guard rapes 14 year old student by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ สายไหมต้องรอด-เพจสำรอง A security guard at a school in the Sai Mai district of Bangkok has been accused of raping a 14 year old student. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299656-bangkok-school-security-guard-rapes-14-year-old-student/

A security guard at a school in the Sai Mai district of Bangkok has been accused of raping a 14 year old student. The victim, named A, sought help from the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive to accompany her to Sai Mai Police Station to report the alleged sexual assault by a 52 year old Thai man named Santi Narknoi. A explained to the police that she has known Santi for three years since she started studying at the school. She respected and trusted him because he used to give her a ride back home when her parents were unavailable to pick her up. On the incident day, June 27, Santi volunteered to take her home. While they were on the way, Santi stopped at his condominium and informed A that he needed to get his power bank. He urged A to wait for him in his room, as he had to search for it. However, Santi immediately sexually assaulted her once she was in his room before taking her home. A did not dare reveal the incident to her parents. The following day the suspect was not at the school so she decided to report the issue to her teacher. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ สายไหมต้องรอด-เพจสำรอง #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/bangkok-school-security-guard-rapes-14-year-old-student -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-04 - 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.

Minivan Driver Allegedly Threatens Foreign Passenger with Iron Bar in Phuket Old Town By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – A minivan driver allegedly threatened a foreign passenger with an iron bar in Phuket Old Town. A video clip of the incident went viral on social media and can be seen HERE on Sunday afternoon (July 2nd). According to the footage, the unidentified driver came out of a minivan which was parked near a coffee shop on Rassada Road in Talat Yai, Phuket Old Town. The driver was holding an iron bar when he emerged from the minivan. A foreign passenger whose nationality and name were not identified to the press came out of the minivan with some luggage. The driver appeared about to hit the foreigner with his hand and the bar but the foreigner walked away. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2023/07/03/minivan-driver-allegedly-threatens-foreign-passenger-with-iron-bar-in-phuket-old-town/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2023-07-04 - 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.

Cash Crunch Forces Korat Foundation To Scale Down Ambulance Service by TNR Staff Some Putthamhook Foundation 31 ambulances in Nakhon Ratchasima. Photo: Amarin TV CHARITY FOUNDATION in Nakhon Ratchasima province (Korat) said today (July 3) it has stopped ambulance service at four to five stations because the National Institute for Emergency Medicine has not given any compensation for eight months, Amarin TV said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299655-cash-crunch-forces-korat-foundation-to-scale-down-ambulance-service/

CHARITY FOUNDATION in Nakhon Ratchasima province (Korat) said today (July 3) it has stopped ambulance service at four to five stations because the National Institute for Emergency Medicine has not given any compensation for eight months, Amarin TV said. Mr. Phisit Pongsirisuphakul, vice-president of Putthamhook Foundation 31, said not only his organisation but other rescue operations nationwide have not received any compensation from this institute for eight months. This has led to his foundation shutting four to five stations out of 50 it operates in this province. He added that this compensation is mostly used to cover fuel expenses for running the ambulances. by TNR Staff Some Putthamhook Foundation 31 ambulances in Nakhon Ratchasima. Photo: Amarin TV #news Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/07/03/cash-crunch-forces-korat-foundation-to-scale-down-ambulance-service/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-07-04 - 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.

HM the King presides over inauguration of parliament His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn presided over the opening of the Parliament Monday, saying that how well the country prospers will depend on the MPs, who should consider the benefit of the country and the people as the utmost priorities. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299654-hm-the-king-presides-over-inauguration-of-parliament/

His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn presided over the opening of the Parliament Monday, saying that how well the country prospers will depend on the MPs, who should consider the benefit of the country and the people as the utmost priorities. “I would ask all parliamentary members to remind themselves that they have been assigned by the people to represent the entire country in exercising their legislative power and to govern and enact laws in consideration of this principle in the administration of state affairs,” the King told the audience. He said, therefore, that how well the country will prosper will depend on the MP’s intelligence, competence and honesty in carrying out their duties, keeping benefit to the nation and the people as their utmost priority. #news Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/hm-the-king-presides-over-opening-of-thai-parliament/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-04 - 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.

UPDATE: Move Forward, Pheu Thai endorse veteran politician Wan Muhamad for House speaker The Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties have agreed to nominate Prachachat party leader Wan Muhamad Noor Matha as the sole candidate for the House speakership, ending weeks of political wrangling over the position. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299639-house-speakership-remains-an-open-question-despite-pheu-thai’s-nomination-of-wan-muhamad/?do=findComment&comment=18180871

Move Forward, Pheu Thai endorse veteran politician Wan Muhamad for House speaker The Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties have agreed to nominate Prachachat party leader Wan Muhamad Noor Matha as the sole candidate for the House speakership, ending weeks of political wrangling over the position. Newly-elected MPs will convene on Tuesday for the first time and the first item on the agenda is to elect the new House speaker, a position which has been a bone of contention between the two parties. The first deputy House speaker will be an MP from the Move Forward party while the second will be from Pheu Thai, said Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat at a press conference Monday evening (3 July). The six other coalition parties were informed of the decision and support the agreement, according to Pita. He said that all coalition parties will adhere to the MOU signed among them and give their “utmost support” to his bid to become prime minister. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/move-forward-pheu-thai-endorse-veteran-politician-wan-muhamad-for-house-speaker/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-04 - 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.