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Widespread damage to crops by wild elephants from Thap Lan national park Picture: Naew Na Naew Na reported that a great deal of damage has been done to crops by wild elephants foraging for food in the area of the Thap Lan national park in Wang Nam Khiaw district of Nakhon Ratchasima, NE Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277214-widespread-damage-to-crops-by-wild-elephants-from-thap-lan-national-park/

Picture: Naew Na Naew Na reported that a great deal of damage has been done to crops by wild elephants foraging for food in the area of the Thap Lan national park in Wang Nam Khiaw district of Nakhon Ratchasima, NE Thailand. A herd of 40 animals have exited the park to eat cassava, corn and eucalyptus on public land. The elephants left their calling card in the form of droppings after feasting on farmers' crops. They are the same herd that have been causing damage elsewhere, local officials stated. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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 Picture: Naew Na

Defections, mergers and mudslinging signal start of Thai election countdown By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk The countdown to Thailand’s general election has well and truly begun, though it remains unclear whether Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will dissolve the House of Representatives early or allow it to complete its four-year term in March. But political parties are already battling hard to win hearts, minds and votes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277213-defections-mergers-and-mudslinging-signal-start-of-thai-election-countdown/

By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk The countdown to Thailand’s general election has well and truly begun, though it remains unclear whether Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will dissolve the House of Representatives early or allow it to complete its four-year term in March. But political parties are already battling hard to win hearts, minds and votes. MPs from both the government and opposition camp have stepped up the frequency of visits to their constituencies. Coalition leaders have formulated populist measures aimed at wooing voters while key opposition figures are promising a better future for their supporters and firing allegations of serious wrongdoing apparently aimed at discrediting those in power. The collapse of House meetings due to a lack of quorum has become more frequent as lawmakers look ahead to the national vote, scheduled for May 7 unless Prayut calls an early election. Many MPs are opting to skip Friday House meetings in favor of visiting their constituents in the provinces over weekends. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/defections-mergers-and-mudslinging-signal-start-of-thai-election-countdown/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

US uni officials in Bangkok to find out how Big Joke tackles human trafficking and illegal fishing Picture: Siam Rath Thailand's most famous cop Pol Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakpan received two officials from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, reported Siam Rath. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277211-us-uni-officials-in-bangkok-to-find-out-how-big-joke-tackles-human-trafficking-and-illegal-fishing/

Picture: Siam Rath Thailand's most famous cop Pol Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakpan received two officials from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, reported Siam Rath. Dr Philip Leong and a Mr Gerber from the university's justice faculty wanted to know how Thailand handles human trafficking and illegal fishing. Surachate explained what Thailand does in his capacity as head of the Anti Human Trafficking in Women and Children center. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Thai police take action against e-cigarettes - 200,000 baht's worth of goods seized Picture: INN Officers of the Consumer Protection Division police swooped on a shop called Infinity in Kutpong sub-district of Muang Loei, north eastern Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277210-thai-police-take-action-against-e-cigarettes-200000-bahts-worth-of-goods-seized/

Picture: INN Officers of the Consumer Protection Division police swooped on a shop called Infinity in Kutpong sub-district of Muang Loei, north eastern Thailand. A man called Komen, 24, admitted selling e-cigarettes and vaping fluid contrary to the law. He had set up a clothing store as a front to the illegal activity behind. He was charged under laws related to electronic cigarettes and shisha products, reported INN. Some 200,000 baht of merchandise was seized in the raid following complaints of illegal activity received by the CPD. The suspect was pictured pointing at the cache, lest there be any doubt. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Chinese in entertainment business in Thailand: Big Joke contacts Interpol and investigates money sources Siam Rath reported comments by Royal Thai Police deputy Pol Gen Surachate Hakpan who is continuing to investigate Chinese businessmen running entertainment businesses in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277208-chinese-in-entertainment-business-in-thailand-big-joke-contacts-interpol-and-investigates-money-sources/

Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath reported comments by Royal Thai Police deputy Pol Gen Surachate Hakpan who is continuing to investigate Chinese businessmen running entertainment businesses in Thailand. The top cop known as Big Joke said there are 5 main suspects. Two have been arrested and three have fled the country. Those three left Thailand on a private jet after the raid at Jin Ling in Yannawa. He said they are mixed up in money laundering via residential properties, condominiums and luxury vehicles in Bangkok. It involves hundreds of millions of baht in assets. Details were by and large accurate according to information supplied by Chuwit Kamolwisit. He said he had instructed AMLO - the anti monely laudering office - to investigate the source of Chinese wealth. There is plenty of evidence to prosecute the two already arrested. Those who have fled have been blacklisted already. The process is underway to contact Interpol to have arrest warrants issued for the three who have fled. There is no evidence as yet that state employees aided their flight. But immigration officers are being investigated for giving them student visas. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Tim Newton Today - Nov 9: Thai expats to extend visas online, 62,000 baddies rounded up in pre-APEC purge Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277205-tim-newton-today-nov-9-thai-expats-to-extend-visas-online-62000-baddies-rounded-up-in-pre-apec-purge/

Thai expats will be able to extend their visas online in the future, police boast about their crackdown on 62,000 criminals in the lead up to APEC, PM denies he's about to jump ship, fallout from decision not to sell freehold land to wealthy foreigners. Tim Newton Today is a daily, independent look at Thai and south East Asian regional news. With thanks to our sponsor 5 Star Marine in Phuket... https://5starmarinephuket.com

Former cop Santhana files defamation charges against Chuwit Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that former cop Santhana Prayoonrat had "blown a fuse". Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277204-former-cop-santhana-files-defamation-charges-against-chuwit/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that former cop Santhana Prayoonrat had "blown a fuse". Santhana was at Thong Lo police station yesterday evening with his lawyer filing defamation charges against firebrand former MP and soapy massage boss Chuwit Kamolwisit. It concerns a pub in the Thong Lo area where it has been alleged there were drugs taken and it was opening after hours. Santhana was complaining about a live show and comments made by Chuwit. He claimed that Chuwit made comments about a "four legged creature". He hit back saying that Chuwit had not been taking his meds. He said their relationship had soured from one that had always been amicable in the past. Thong Lo police received the complaint and will consider whether further action should be taken. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Tax reductions of 80% on electric vehicles to reduce pollution Daily News Thai Caption: 80% tax reduction Daily News reported on an announcement today in the Government Gazette about electric vehicles. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277203-tax-reductions-of-80-on-electric-vehicles-to-reduce-pollution/

Daily News Thai Caption: 80% tax reduction Daily News reported on an announcement today in the Government Gazette about electric vehicles. There will be tax reductions of 80% on such vehicles for a three year period from today. This is to promote better air quality by limiting pollution. It's part of a plan by Thai prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha after receiving a royal command. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Jin Ling fallout: Two Singaporeans arrested, huge cache of drugs found and Big Joke contacts Interpol Fallout from the raid on the Jin Ling entertainment complex a couple of weeks ago continued in Bangkok, reported Thai Rath. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277201-jin-ling-fallout-two-singaporeans-arrested-huge-cache-of-drugs-found-and-big-joke-contacts-interpol/

Picture: Thai Rath Fallout from the raid on the Jin Ling entertainment complex a couple of weeks ago continued in Bangkok, reported Thai Rath. Two Singaporeans mixed up in the business of supplying drugs were arrested in Ratchadaphisek. They were named as Lo Jin Ang, 63, and Ong Chao Siang, 34. This resulted in a search of a condo in Pracharat Bamphen 20 in Huay Kwang. 200 kilos of "ice" (crystal meth) was found along with 200,000 yaba pills 9amphetamine mixed with caffeine) and 500 sachets of ketamine. Deputy RTP commander Pol Gen Surachate Hakpan - known universally as Big Joke - has applied to Interpol for the arrest of three Chinese nationals who fled Thailand in a private plane following the raid at Jin Ling. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Video: Firework explosion at Loy Krathong event in north east injures 12 Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that 12 people were injured in a firework explosion at a Loy Krathong event in Nakhon Phanom, north eastern Thailand, last night. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277199-video-firework-explosion-at-loy-krathong-event-in-north-east-injures-12/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that 12 people were injured in a firework explosion at a Loy Krathong event in Nakhon Phanom, north eastern Thailand, last night. A video caught the moment people fled in panic. It is believed that the fireworks were not part of an official display but were brought along as extras. The fireworks were possibly sub-standard as they did not go into the sky but exploded on the ground. An investigation and compensation measures are underway. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

Good news for Expats: New visa extensions online will take only three minutes - first for Thailand Thailand's Immigration Bureau has unveiled plans for an ambitious new online visa extension project. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277197-good-news-for-expats-new-visa-extensions-online-will-take-only-three-minutes-first-for-thailand/

Daily News Thai Caption: Get your visa in 3 minutes Thailand's Immigration Bureau has unveiled plans for an ambitious new online visa extension project. Expats will be able to extend their visas within just three minutes slashing waiting times. RTP national chief Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat said that the e-Extension would enhance visa services as extension requests can be lodged online. The new service encompasses the whole process including fee payment via a dedicated website, Thaiextension.vfsevisa.com. Damrongsak claimed that the new process will reduce application process times from one hour to three minutes. The e-Extension comes after former Royal Thai Poliuce chief Pol Gen Suwat Chaengyodsuk moved to modernize systems for the benefit of the public, reported Daily News yesterday. A pilot project will run for expats living and working in Bangkok according to 12 reasons. However, they must still show up in person to verify their identity and get a visa sticker at the main IB office at the Government complex on Chaeng Wattana Road. Plans are in the pipeline to expand the service to all IB offices nationwide in the future. The 12 reasons/areas are for: 1. Tourism purposes. 2. Teachers at public schools 3. Studying at public schools 4. Working in government agencies 5. For original Thai people 6. Resident families 7. Mass media 8. Teaching and research in government agencies 9. Installing and repairing machinery 10. Medical experts. 11. Vehicle operators 12. Embassy requests. There are currently 200,000 requests under those 12 criteria annually and that is only going up especially in Bangkok. Applications can be made via phone or computer. According to Daily News the system has been in place since October 10th and has received rave reviews. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 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

HOT Magazine’s Red Carpet Charity Dinner Honoring Empowered Women 6 December, 2022 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277195-hot-magazine’s-red-carpet-charity-dinner honoring-empowered-women 6-december-2022/

HOT Magazine’s Red Carpet Charity Dinner Honoring Empowered Women 6 December, 2022 “When women succeed, nations are more safe, secure and prosperous.” Barack Obama, 44th President of The United States Celebrating our tenth year, HOT Magazine is presenting its fourth charity gala dinner on December 6th, 2022 at the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort’s BluPort Ballroom. The purpose of the evening is to honor empowered women and raise money for Rescue Paws, an organization that creates a brighter future for the stray dog population of Thailand through education, sterilization, adoption and community outreach. Festivities of the evening include award presentations to women in 3 categories. HOT Magazine Women Inspire Awards HOT Magazine Women Innovation Awards HOT MAGAZINE Women Global Impact Awards Tickets are 1,800 and include a 3 course sit down dinner with wine and bubbles, entertainment, and a raffle for great prizes with all proceeds going to Rescue Paws Thailand. This is the first of what will become a yearly awards program honoring empowered women who are change makers and leaders in their community. The Awards will honor those who have inspired others, who have innovated in their chosen career, and who have impacted the world around them. The Inspire Award – will be given to women who not only embrace their personal ability to create influence for meaningful change but also influences others to embrace their ability. The Innovation Award – will be given to women who have not only created something new, but they have successfully scaled it from concept to reality. The Global Impact Award – will be given to women who are visionary leaders contributing to the betterment of her community locally, nationally, or globally. ABOUT HOT Magazine Now in our tenth year, HOT Magazine is a Thailand based luxury lifestyle magazine that connects with Asia’s wealthy, brand-conscious, high net worth individuals, through their chosen lifestyle activities. These include Polo, Yachting, Spas, Luxury Automobiles and Extreme Sports. HOT Magazine also spans every relevant luxury segment, such as Travel, Fashion, Art & Design, Food, Shopping, Real Estate, Wine & Spirits. HOT Magazine Charity Event 1 – Red Carpet HOT Magazine Charity Event 2 – CDL Night HOT Magazine Charity Event 3 – Miss Hua Hin http://www.hotmagazine.website/ | http://www.facebook.com/HOTMagazineHuaHinBangkok -- 2022-11-09

British man sentenced for rape in UK flees to Thailand A man who fled to Thailand to try and escape justice has been sentenced to eight years in jail. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277193-british-man-sentenced-for-rape-in-uk-flees-to-thailand/