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OFFICIALS have started to gradually pack caretaker prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s personal belongings with some already moved to his residence, Naewna newspaper said today (June 21). Prayut Starts Packing To Leave Govt House by TNR Staff Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298581-prayut-starts-packing-to-leave-govt-house/

PHEU THAI LEADER Chonlanan Srikaew today (June 21) said he will immediately spurn possible offers for him to assume the House Speaker seat. During today’s partisan workshop for all 141 Pheu Thai MPs at a Bangkok hotel, Chonlanan said he will unreluctantly reject offers of the House Speaker seat for which he might possibly be named during the first House meeting speculated early next month. The Pheu Thai leader would ultimately prefer the public health portfolio of a cabinet much rather than the House Speaker seat, given his private profession as a doctor, a partisan source said. By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP PHOTO: Pheu Thai leader Chonlanand Srikaew, right, and the party’s secretary-general Prasert Chantararuangthong speaking to reporters. Photo: Matichon Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/21/chonlanan-spurns-offers-of-house-speaker-seat/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-22 - 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.

Villagers living near the edge of Bang Lang National Park in Tarnto district of Thailand’s southern province of Yala have been advised by park officials not to venture out on their farms after recent footprints of a tiger were found. Padet Laithong, director of the Wildlife Conservation Office of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, said today (Wednesday) that a team of veterinarians and officials from the national park have been sent to investigate and assess the situation. He said that it is still unclear whether the tiger is injured or is so old that it cannot hunt, straying out of its habitat to look for food near human settlements. It has not yet been decided whether to capture the beast or to try to force it back into its habitat in the park. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/tiger-warning-issued-after-footprints-found-near-communities-in-yala/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-22 - 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.

Pathum Thani Governor Narongsak Osottanakorn, who was hailed for his role in coordinating the “Wild Boars” rescue operation in Chiang Rai over four years ago, has died after unsuccessful treatment for cancer, according to a senior official of the Interior Ministry. He said Narongsak, 58, passed away peacefully at Siriraj Hospital at around 6pm on Wednesday. “As his superintendent and colleague, I want to convey my deepest condolences to the family of Khun Narongsak,” said Interior Permanent Secretary Suthipong Chulcharoen. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/governor-narongsak-dies-of-cancer-at-58/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-22 - 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.

AN electric bike built by a young man in Chiang Rai short-circuited while being charged with this setting his house ablaze but firemen were able to put it out in 30 minutes, TV Channel 7 said today (June 21). Firemen had rushed to the two-storey brick house at Doi Phra Bat Soi community in Mueang Chiang Rai where the fire was raging inside and managed to extinguish it quickly thus preventing it from spreading to nearby houses. An initial examination showed that the fire was caused by the DIY e-bike that was plugged in near some exercise equipment having short-circuited with initial damage estimated at 300,000 baht. by TNR Staff Exercise equipment damaged by the fire. Photo: TV Channel 7 Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/21/house-ablaze-after-diy-e-bike-short-circuits-while-being-charged/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-22 - 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.

About 30 police officers, who were hired by a well-known YouTuber to perform a staged pursuit in a deserted building, may face disciplinary action for failing to get prior permission from their superiors. The YouTuber, “My Mate Nate”, posted the 22-minute long clip on YouTube on June 17th, depicting the staged chase involving about 50 “police officers”. The clip attracted more than 1.5 million views and drew widespread criticism over the inappropriate use of serving officers in the scene. Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat, the national police chief, said that of some 50 men who participated, about 30 are serving police officers who may face disciplinary action if they did not seek prior permission from their superiors. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/police-participating-in-a-staged-pursuit-for-youtube-may-face-disciplinary-action/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-22 - 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.

OFFICIALS have started to gradually pack caretaker prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s personal belongings with some already moved to his residence, Naewna newspaper said today (June 21). A Buddha image Prayut had brought and placed at his office and some other items have already been sent to his residence. Where documents are concerned, those deemed to be unimportant are gradually being destroyed with important papers also being sent to his residence in preparation to hand over the office to the new prime minister. by TNR Staff Caretaker prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Photo: Sanook.com Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/21/prayut-starts-packing-to-leave-govt-house/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-22 - 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.

Currency clash turns deadly: Thai cop’s dispute over money with wife ends in tragedy by Petch Petpailin Photo via Channel 3 A Thai cop yesterday allegedly murdered his wife during a dispute over money at a welfare house in Nakhon Nayok, located in the central province. The cop, identified as 51 year old police senior sergeant major Surakij Larbkij, then made a desperate attempt on his own life but miraculously survived. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298554-currency-clash-turns-deadly-thai-cop’s-dispute-over-money-with-wife-ends-in-tragedy/

A Thai cop yesterday allegedly murdered his wife during a dispute over money at a welfare house in Nakhon Nayok, located in the central province. The cop, identified as 51 year old police senior sergeant major Surakij Larbkij, then made a desperate attempt on his own life but miraculously survived. Upon receiving the distress call, officers from Na Hin Lat Police Station swiftly arrived at the scene. They immediately rushed Surakij to the hospital for treatment of the gunshot wound to his head. Sadly, the cop’s wife, 33 year old Chantra Lertsakunpaporn, was found lifeless on the bed. Nithiphat Siraphatkittina, a police officer residing nearby the couple’s house, provided his account of the incident to ThaiRath. Nithiphat revealed that when he returned home from work at around 4pm, he heard a series of five gunshots. Shortly after, the couple’s son emerged from the house, seeking help from him. Nithiphat entered the house and discovered the lifeless body of Chantra lying on the bed. Surakij was found sitting close by, with a gunshot wound to his head and bloodstains covering his face. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Channel 3 Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/currency-clash-turns-deadly-thai-cops-dispute-over-money-with-wife-ends-in-tragedy -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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.

Prayut government’s undiplomatic meeting on Myanmar shows Thailand in a bad light By Thai PBS World’s Regional Desk The informal meeting arranged by Thailand’s caretaker government on the Myanmar crisis has only provided a comfort zone for the junta across the border, but dealt a blow to Thailand’s international reputation and deepened divisions within ASEAN, according to experts. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298551-prayut-government’s-undiplomatic-meeting-on-myanmar-shows-thailand-in-a-bad-light/

The informal meeting arranged by Thailand’s caretaker government on the Myanmar crisis has only provided a comfort zone for the junta across the border, but dealt a blow to Thailand’s international reputation and deepened divisions within ASEAN, according to experts. Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai invited ministers and senior officials from ASEAN and its dialogue partners to the discussions on the ongoing crisis in Myanmar on June 19 in Pattaya, turning a deaf ear to criticism and condemnation domestically and internationally for the reckless initiative of a caretaker government. Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha defended the initiative, arguing that his government needed to protect Thailand’s national interests in Myanmar as well as border trade and security. Thailand has suffered the most from the situation in the neighboring country, as it shares more than 3,000 kilometers of land and maritime boundary. Border trade with Myanmar is worth billions of baht annually and Myanmar is a major source of gas supply for Thailand, he argued. “We don’t take any sides, but we need to talk to seek solutions to the problems, that’s it. The other things are Myanmar’s internal affairs, and we don’t get involved,” Prayut said. By Thai PBS World’s Regional Desk Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/prayut-governments-undiplomatic-meeting-on-myanmar-shows-thailand-in-a-bad-light/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-21 - 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.

Indian Man Gases Himself to Death in Pattaya Resort By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — An Indian man gassed himself to death, commonly called chemical suicide, at a Pattaya resort. He sent a gruesome email to his resort agent prior to committing the act saying a voice in his head told him to do it. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298550-indian-man-gases-himself-to-death-in-pattaya-resort/

Pattaya — An Indian man gassed himself to death, commonly called chemical suicide, at a Pattaya resort. He sent a gruesome email to his resort agent prior to committing the act saying a voice in his head told him to do it. The 30-year-old victim of Indian nationality was found dead in a resort within the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district, Chonburi province, at 9:30 PM last night, June 20th. The name of the victim and the resort are withheld by The Pattaya News. According to Sawang Boriboon rescuers, they found the victim with his hands and feet strapped to a chair next to the bed. He was wearing a yellow gas mask connected to a tank labeled “N2 UHP” or ultra-high purity nitrogen gas. The air conditioner inside the room was still left on. The medical team estimated that the man had been deceased for at least 12 hours. There were no signs of a struggle or any indication of property theft. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/21/indian-man-gases-himself-to-death-in-pattaya-resort/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-21 - 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 charity Samaritans is available around the clock for people who want to talk. If you or anyone you know is in need of mental health services, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand at their 24-hour hotline 02-713-6791 (English), 02713-6793 (Thai) or Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). http://www.samaritansthai.com/news/samaritans-of-thailand-english-hotline/

Dengue Cases Up in Songkhla, Two Deaths Recorded SONGKHLA, June21 (TNA) – The number of dengue fever patients has risen in Songkhla with two deaths reported so far. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298549-dengue-cases-up-in-songkhla-two-deaths-recorded/

SONGKHLA, June21 (TNA) – The number of dengue fever patients has risen in Songkhla with two deaths reported so far. There were 1,432 dengue cases and two deaths from Jan 1-June 15 in Songkhla province. Most cases or 452 were reported in Hat Yai business district. Most patients or 842 people were students, followed by 259 who were workers. The number of dengue cases was as high as 179 from June 1-15. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1193043 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-06-21 - 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.

Woman discovers gauze left inside her after childbirth, hospital faces backlash by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A woman in Ratchaburi province experienced severe pain after giving birth, only to discover a piece of gauze had been left inside her. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298546-woman-discovers-gauze-left-inside-her-after-childbirth-hospital-faces-backlash/

A woman in Ratchaburi province experienced severe pain after giving birth, only to discover a piece of gauze had been left inside her. Public outcry followed as the hospital failed to take responsibility for its mistake, causing widespread discussion on social media. The woman, 24 year old Wan, and her mother, 58 year old Leuk, from Photharam district, shared the story with the media. Wan revealed that she gave birth at a local hospital on May 29, when she began to experience pain and discomfort that lasted for several weeks. On June 19, she noticed something coming out of her birth canal while urinating. Upon looking closer, she found a piece of gauze still lodged inside. When removed, the gauze was soaked with blood and pus, and had a foul odour, KhaoSod reported. by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/woman-discovers-gauze-left-inside-her-after-childbirth-hospital-faces-backlash -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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.

SASE survey reveals security incidents doubled in Thailand amid remote work shift by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of Freepik A recent SASE survey reveals that Thailand has seen at least double the number of security incidents in 2021 compared to the previous year, primarily due to the rise in hybrid working environments. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298545-sase-survey-reveals-security-incidents-doubled-in-thailand-amid-remote-work-shift/

A recent SASE survey reveals that Thailand has seen at least double the number of security incidents in 2021 compared to the previous year, primarily due to the rise in hybrid working environments. The study, commissioned by Fortinet, highlights the challenges faced by businesses in securing the ‘branch-office-of-one’ setup amid the shift to remote work. Rashish Pandey, vice president of marketing and communications for Asia, Australia, and New Zealand at Fortinet, discussed findings from the IDC Asia-Pacific SASE survey, which explored the growing threat landscape in light of the increase in managed and unmanaged connections. The research found that 34% of Thai organisations reported more than triple the number of security breaches compared to last year. The concept of secure access service edge (SASE) combines network and security functions into a single cloud service, aiming to enhance security and provide a consistent user experience for remote employees. by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of Freepik Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thailand-sees-security-incidents-double-amid-remote-work-shift -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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.

Bully blues: Terrified Thai teenager trades classrooms for bedroom sanctuary for 3 years by Petch Petpailin Photo via MGR Online A 15 year old boy is so scared of a school bully that he has refused to attend school for three years, finding refuge in his bedroom for the past three years. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298543-bully-blues-terrified-thai-teenager-trades-classrooms-for-bedroom-sanctuary-for-3-years/

A 15 year old boy is so scared of a school bully that he has refused to attend school for three years, finding refuge in his bedroom for the past three years. The teenager is now getting help to overcome his fear of the school bully. Officers from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security visited the boy’s home in the Na Thap Hai sub-district, Ratanawapee district, in the Isaan province of Nong Khai on Monday, June 19. The boy refused to talk with the officers but agreed to have a health check before returning to his bedroom. The boy’s mother, Jiraporn, revealed that she divorced her husband in March 2020. She and her ex-husband had four children together: two daughters aged 23 and 20, who both married and moved to other provinces while she remains at home with her 15 year old and four year old sons. by Petch Petpailin Photo via MGR Online Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/bully-blues-terrified-thai-teenager-trades-classrooms-for-bedroom-sanctuary-for-3-years -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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.

Politician’s relative assaults emergency responder after Pattaya car crash by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A 45 year old man, related to a politician, attacked a volunteer emergency responder in Pattaya after a car collided with a residential wall. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298542-politician’s-relative-assaults-emergency-responder-after-pattaya-car-crash/

A 45 year old man, related to a politician, attacked a volunteer emergency responder in Pattaya after a car collided with a residential wall. The drunken man swore and questioned the responder’s presence, despite the latter explaining that they were waiting for the police due to damage to residents’ property. A distress call was responded to by volunteer rescuers from the Sawangborriboon Foundation in Pattaya after a dark pickup truck crashed into a house wall on Soi Rong Poh – Kao Mai Kaew 13 in Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. Upon arrival, the rescuers discovered a bronze Toyota Revo with Pitsanulok registration plates. The driver was uninjured, but the crash damage to the property required police presence, KhaoSod reported. While waiting for law enforcement to arrive, a man, seemingly intoxicated, approached the rescue team, verbally abusing them and demanding they leave as no one was injured. by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/politicians-relative-assaults-emergency-responder-after-pattaya-car-crash -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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.

TAT Organizes Event Promoting Faith-Based Tourism in Thailand by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to organize an event promoting 12 spiritual tourism routes throughout the country. The event aims to stimulate tourism and drive revenue by catering to those who enjoy engaging in religious activities or who follow a spiritual path. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298540-tat-organizes-event-promoting-faith-based-tourism-in-thailand/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to organize an event promoting 12 spiritual tourism routes throughout the country. The event aims to stimulate tourism and drive revenue by catering to those who enjoy engaging in religious activities or who follow a spiritual path. TAT Governor Yuthasak Supasorn shared data from the Ministry of Commerce indicating that religious tourism generated up to 10.8 billion baht in revenue in 2019. This suggests the potential for faith-based tourism to grow exponentially, with projections indicating a threefold increase in global economic value within ten years. The value is expected to skyrocket from over US$13.7 billion in 2022 to $40.9 billion by 2033. The TAT governor explained that the project focuses on offering valuable and meaningful tourism experiences. These include showcasing religious and cultural tourism products that reflect Thailand’s identity and uniqueness. They also include religious temples and other places of faith and worship, cultural heritage, wisdom, and community-based tourism. The event is slated to run from June 30 to July 2 at the Square B in front of the CentralWorld shopping center. The event is divided into three main sections comprising a simulation zone for worship and blessings along 12 spiritual tourism routes; a marketplace featuring shops and restaurants from five regions of Thailand; and a stage for performances by famous artists. Those interested can visit the website “tourismproduct.tourismthailand.org” or the Facebook fan page: Tourism Product for more information and details. by Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230621102919664 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-06-21 - 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.