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Two Chinese Tourists Officially Charged After Starfish Incident in Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – Concern has been rising after photos of divers touching starfish under the sea in Phuket went viral on Thai social media. The issue has been brought to light by the Facebook page ‘Monsoon Garbage Thailand’ earlier this week. They posted photos with a message that concluded, “Illegal tour companies with illegal tour guides are around Racha Island (in the Chalong area) . This particular incident was on Thursday (June 22nd) in the afternoon. We received a video clip from a Good Samaritan. Divers in the video clip appeared to pick up starfish and took photos. Some divers even climbed on coral reefs.” They have called for relevant authorities to investigate the incident which took place over the past several days. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2023/06/25/two-chinese-tourists-officially-charged-after-starfish-incident-in-phuket/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2023-06-26 - 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.

Safety concerns prompt people to dump their fire extinguishers Dry chemical fire extinguishers are being found at garbage dumps or near fire stations in Bangkok, after their owners became concerned over their safety Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298923-safety-concerns-prompt-people-to-dump-their-fire-extinguishers/

Dry chemical fire extinguishers are being found at garbage dumps or near fire stations in Bangkok, after their owners became concerned over their safety, according to Thirayuth Phumisak, director of the Public Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). The sudden concern over the safety of fire extinguishers began after a fire drill accident on Friday at the Rachawinit School, during which one fire extinguisher, filled with carbon dioxide, burst, killing a student and injuring 10 other people. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/safety-concerns-prompt-people-to-dump-their-fire-extinguishers/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-26 - 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.

Complaint filed seeking probe into mock referendum on self-rule in Pattani The Fourth Army Region lodged a complaint with the Muang district police of Pattani province on Sunday, seeking the investigation of a group of people, including students, lecturers, politicians and members of civic groups, who participated in a recent public forum, during which a mock referendum on self-determination was held. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298922-complaint-filed-seeking-probe-into-mock-referendum-on-self-rule-in-pattani/

The Fourth Army Region lodged a complaint with the Muang district police of Pattani province on Sunday, seeking the investigation of a group of people, including students, lecturers, politicians and members of civic groups, who participated in a recent public forum, during which a mock referendum on self-determination was held. The complaint accuses the group of engaging in activities which could be deemed to constitute insurrection, instigation of unrest, criminal association and threatening national security, in violation of the Thai Constitution. The Patanian Student Movement (Pelajar Bangsa) held the public forum at the Faculty of Political Science in the compound of the Prince of Songkhla University (Pattani campus) on June 7th, to discuss the peace process in the restive Deep South. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/complaint-filed-seeking-probe-into-mock-referendum-on-self-rule-in-pattani/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-26 - 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.

Korat City’s cherished paramedic ‘Doctor Toon’ bids a tearful adieu By Samantha Rose Image courtesy of Sanook A pall of grief swept across Korat city as it mourns the tragic death of its leading paramedic, known locally as “Doctor Toon.” The tragedy left the 38 year old emergency medical personnel’s life abruptly cut short following a shocking road accident. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298921-korat-city’s-cherished-paramedic-‘doctor-toon’-bids-a-tearful-adieu/

A pall of grief swept across Korat city as it mourns the tragic death of its leading paramedic, known locally as “Doctor Toon.” The tragedy left the 38 year old emergency medical personnel’s life abruptly cut short following a shocking road accident. Police in Korat City in Nakhon Ratchasima province yesterday received a distress call at 12.10am about an accident on a bridge near a decorated flower market intersection in Kok Krathum district. Upon arrival, a Lambretta scooter was found overturned on the bridge on National Highway 2, Mittraphap Road. A volunteer rescue team frantically tried to revive the injured man, who was identified as Dr Bunluea Aongjaem, or Doctor Toon. Toon held the critical function of an emergency paramedic associated with Thep Rattana Hospital, Nakhon Ratchasima. Unfortunately, the impact and subsequent severe wounds led to Doctor Toon’s untimely death. Police Major Paisarn Punrue, the duty sergeant of Po Klang Police Station shed light on their initial findings. By Samantha Rose Image courtesy of Sanook Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/tragic-loss-for-korat-city-as-famed-paramedic-dies-in-road-accident -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-26 - 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.

Korn quits Chart Pattana Kla party Korn Chatikavanij has resigned as leader of the Chart Pattana Kla party to spend more time with his family. In his Facebook post today (Sunday), Korn said he met with party chairman Suwat Liptapallop last week to submit his resignation letter. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298920-korn-quits-chart-pattana-kla-party/

Korn Chatikavanij has resigned as leader of the Chart Pattana Kla party to spend more time with his family. In his Facebook post today (Sunday), Korn said he met with party chairman Suwat Liptapallop last week to submit his resignation letter. As former leader of the Chart Pattana Kla party, Korn thanked the people who voted for them in the May 14th general election and vowed to support the policies in their election manifesto. Throughout his 18 years in politics, he said he felt honoured to have served the people and the country. While pointing out that Thailand still has many problems waiting to be addressed, he offered moral support to all politicians, especially to new MPs, with advice to keep their egos in check and to be more discreet in the performance of their duties. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/korn-quits-chart-pattana-kla-party/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-26 - 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.

Pattaya Baht Bus Reportedly Hits Foreign Motorcyclist and Flees By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A vehicle, which an eyewitness said was a baht bus, hit a foreign motorcyclist on Pattaya Beach Road and then fled. The accident happened at 03:30 AM today, June 25th, in front of the Hard Rock Hotel. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298919-pattaya-baht-bus-reportedly-hits-foreign-motorcyclist-and-flees/

Pattaya — A vehicle, which an eyewitness said was a baht bus, hit a foreign motorcyclist on Pattaya Beach Road and then fled. The accident happened at 03:30 AM today, June 25th, in front of the Hard Rock Hotel. Sawang Boriboon rescuers found the victim of an unknown identity on Beach Road. The foreign male was lying on the ground with a head injury. He displayed symptoms resembling alcohol intoxication, the rescuers told The Pattaya News. His black ADV 150 Honda motorbike was found fallen nearby. The victim was rushed to a local hospital. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/25/pattaya-baht-bus-reportedly-hits-foreign-motorcyclist-and-flees/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-26 - 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.

Hotel Rooftop Sauna in Pattaya Bursts into Flames, No Injuries By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A hotel’s rooftop sauna in Pattaya suddenly went up in flames at 10 PM yesterday, June 24th. The hotel staff alleged the sauna room in question was under renovation with a sign prohibiting entry; however, some guests secretly used the room, leading to the sudden blaze. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298918-hotel-rooftop-sauna-in-pattaya-bursts-into-flames-no-injuries/

Pattaya — A hotel’s rooftop sauna in Pattaya suddenly went up in flames at 10 PM yesterday, June 24th. The hotel staff alleged the sauna room in question was under renovation with a sign prohibiting entry; however, some guests secretly used the room, leading to the sudden blaze. The incident occurred at a hotel in Soi Arunothai within the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district, Chonburi province. The Pattaya News has withheld the name of the hotel from publication pending a further investigation by fire department officials. A large fire was spotted engulfing the sauna room on the hotel’s 8th floor rooftop, which is a mixed area of a sauna room, fitness center, and sunbathing space. Police officers, firefighter units, security personnel, and hotel staff worked together to extinguish the raging flames using chemical extinguishers and water spray. Some hotel guests also joined in the effort by splashing water onto the fire. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/25/hotel-rooftop-sauna-in-pattaya-bursts-into-flames-no-injuries/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-26 - 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.

Thailand leaps to 43rd position in UN’s 2023 Sustainable Development ranking By Samantha Rose Image courtesy of Sanook Thailand‘s development has seen an elevation as reflected in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Report for 2023. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298917-thailand-leaps-to-43rd-position-in-un’s-2023-sustainable-development-ranking/

Thailand‘s development has seen an elevation as reflected in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Report for 2023. In a statement relayed by Trisulee Trisoranakul, the Deputy Government Spokesman, it is reported that Thailand’s Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense, known as Prayuth Chan-Ocha, are pleased. Thailand has now improved its standing to the 43rd position among 166 countries from the 44th last year. The Sustainable Development Report outlines that Thailand has, for the fifth consecutive year, held the number one spot for sustainable development within the ASEAN region. This successful development, represented through an SDG Index score of 74.7 in 2023, underlines the government’s tireless efforts to foster sustainable progress. The accomplishments are seen as an affirmation of the nation’s strategic goals and developmental plans across all levels, such as the 12th and 13th National Economic and Social Development plans. By Samantha Rose Image courtesy of Sanook Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailand-leaps-to-43rd-position-in-uns-2023-sustainable-development-ranking -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-26 - 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.

Late-night motorbike accident claims young man’s life By Nattapong Westwood Image courtesy of KhaoSod Online A fatal accident occurred in the early hours of the day, with a young man crashing his motorbike into a tree near the National Research Office. The victim, Kamphol, 25 years old, was said to be en route to meet a friend in the Bang Khen area for an outing at Khaosan Road. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298916-late-night-motorbike-accident-claims-young-man’s-life/

A fatal accident occurred in the early hours of the day, with a young man crashing his motorbike into a tree near the National Research Office. The victim, Kamphol, 25 years old, was said to be en route to meet a friend in the Bang Khen area for an outing at Khaosan Road. At approximately 3am, on June 25, 2023, police officer Nathachai Khonsuongsirikul from Bang Khen Police Station received a report of a motorcycle accident near the National Research Office on Phahonyothin Road, Chatuchak District, Bangkok. On arrival, police discovered the scene of the accident, with a Yamaha R15 motorcycle, bearing the license plate number 4Kort8004, Bangkok, lying upside down. The motorcycle was severely damaged, with a broken headlight and snapped shock absorber, indicative of a high-impact collision with a tree lining the road. Near the wreckage, Kamphol’s body was found, not wearing a helmet. He was dressed in a blue round-necked T-shirt and black jeans. By Nattapong Westwood Image courtesy of KhaoSod Online Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/late-night-motorbike-crash-claims-young-mans-life -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-26 - 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.

Six People Injured in Major Bangkok Bus Accident By Goongnang Suksawat PHOTO: Bangkok Bus Club Bangkok – At least six people have been injured after a bus crashed into a pole in Bangkok before a pickup truck overturned and a motorbike got stuck under the wreckage. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298915-six-people-injured-in-major-bangkok-bus-accident/

Bus Slams Into Power Pole With One Person Trapped Beneath The Vehicle by TNR Staff BANGKOK bus number 13 running from Huay Kwang to Khlong Toei lost control and rammed into an electricity pole at Pracha Songkhro intersection, Asok Din Daeng road, at 1 p.m. today (June 24) with one injured victim trapped beneath the vehicle, TV Channel 7 said. The bus also hit three to four motorcycles and a pickup truck. It was initially reported and six injured victims, five men and one woman, were helped by people in the area and bus staff who quickly sent them to nearby hospitals. Fortunately there were no fatalities. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/24/bus-slams-into-power-pole-with-one-person-trapped-beneath-the-vehicle/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-26 - 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 ex

Bangkok – At least six people have been injured after a bus crashed into a pole in Bangkok before a pickup truck overturned and a motorbike got stuck under the wreckage. The accident took place just after noon on Saturday (June 24th) and was at the popular Ratchaprasong Intersection in Din Daeng. At the scene first responders found that the bus had crashed into a power pole and that about four motorbikes were damaged from the accident. Nearby, response teams also found an overturned pickup truck and damaged street vendor cart. It has been reported from the associated Thai press that six people were injured in the incident which were five men and a woman. Their names and conditions were not immediately released to the media. By Goongnang Suksawat PHOTO: Bangkok Bus Club Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/24/six-people-injured-in-major-bangkok-bus-accident/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-26 - 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.

Thailand’s BL series have increased Thailand’s soft power Earth and Mix’s 1st Fan Meeting in Taipei in May 2023 (photo provided by Enfinity Entertainment) Thailand’s Boy Love (BL) TV series, also known as Series Y, have grown in popularity and profitability across Asia. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298914-thailand’s-bl-series-have-increased-thailand’s-soft-power/

Earth and Mix’s 1st Fan Meeting in Taipei in May 2023 (photo provided by Enfinity Entertainment) Thailand’s Boy Love (BL) TV series, also known as Series Y, have grown in popularity and profitability across Asia. A veteran in the production of these drama series told Thai PBS World that more than 20 BL series are produced in Thailand per year. Thailand’s BL series are not only hugely popular, but they also effectively promote an inclusive society. Thanks to the growing region-wide interest in these series, Thailand’s soft power has been enhanced and international streaming revenue is rapidly increasing. According to Department of International Trade Promotion, the streaming rights of Thailand’s BL series, purchased by other Asian countries, were worth 360 million baht in 2021. According to Dylan Hung, CEO of Enfinity Entertainment, Thailand has already been producing BL series for more than 5 years and the openness and inclusion in Thai society are key to their popularity. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-bl-series-have-increased-thailands-soft-power/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-26 - 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.

Global gender gap index reports rise in Thailand’s educational attainment AFP PHOTO / Nicolas ASFOURI Thailand has significantly improved on gender parity in the category of educational attainment, ranked 61st, up from 92nd last year, as reported in Global Gender Gap Report 2023. With this improvement, the country’s overall position is now 74th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298913-global-gender-gap-index-reports-rise-in-thailand’s-educational-attainment/ Full story:

Thailand has significantly improved on gender parity in the category of educational attainment, ranked 61st, up from 92nd last year, as reported in Global Gender Gap Report 2023. With this improvement, the country’s overall position is now 74th. The Global Gender Gap Index, by the World Economic Forum, annually evaluates the current state and benchmarks of evolution in gender parity across four key areas, economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment, health and survival and political empowerment, with long-term tracking of countries’ efforts towards closing gender gaps over time since 2006. In this latest edition, assessment of 146 economies indicates that no one fully achieved gender parity. The overall scores globally, however, rose to 68.4% from 68.1% compared to last year. Despite of the improvement in global scores, the overall rate of change is slowing down. AFP PHOTO / Nicolas ASFOURI Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/global-gender-gap-index-reports-rise-in-thailands-educational-attainment/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-26 - 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.

Not the time to form an alternative government says Bhumjaithai leader Bhumjaithai party leader Anutin Charnvirakul has dismissed the suggestion that the party take the lead in forming an alternative administration, in case the eight coalition parties led by the Move Forward party fail to form a government. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298912-not-the-time-to-form-an-alternative-government-says-bhumjaithai-leader/