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Two university faculties oppose taxpayer funding of World Cup 2022 live broadcasts The Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University and the Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communications at Thammasat University have issued a joint statement opposing a proposal, from the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277172-two-university-faculties-oppose-taxpayer-funding-of-world-cup-2022-live-broadcasts/

The Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University and the Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communications at Thammasat University have issued a joint statement opposing a proposal, from the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), seeking the use of 1.6 billion baht from the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Research and Development Fund for Public Interest (BTFP) to buy the rights to live broadcasts of World Cup 2022 in Thailand. The NBTC board is scheduled to consider the SAT’s proposal at its meeting on Wednesday. Associate Professor Dr. Preeda Akarachantachote, dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts, said in the joint statement that the use of the fund for World Cup 2022 live broadcasts would be against the objective of the BTFP, because it does not contribute to promoting the development of communications resources, research or development of broadcast media. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/two-university-faculties-oppose-taxpayer-funding-of-world-cup-2022-live-broadcasts/ -- © 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!

Cabinet endorses withdrawal of controversial foreign land-ownership edict The Thai cabinet approved the Interior Ministry’s withdrawal of the ministerial edict on foreign land-ownership for reconsideration today (Tuesday), following widespread opposition to the plan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277171-cabinet-endorses-withdrawal-of-controversial-foreign-land-ownership-edict/

The Thai cabinet approved the Interior Ministry’s withdrawal of the ministerial edict on foreign land-ownership for reconsideration today (Tuesday), following widespread opposition to the plan. Government Spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said that the Interior Ministry will withdraw the measure for further study and to get more feedback from all stakeholders. The edict was approved by the cabinet on October 25th, allowing qualified of foreigners, with long-term resident visas, to own up to 0.16 hectares for residential purposes in Bangkok, Pattaya, other municipal areas and other areas to be specified by law. One of the requirements is that each must invest at least 40 million baht in Thailand for at least three years. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabinet-endorses-withdrawal-of-controversial-foreign-land-ownership-edict/ -- © 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!

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Beachgoer attacked by pickup truck driver with a knife A truck driver equipped with a long knife attacked a beachgoer in Sri Racha. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277158-beachgoer-attacked-by-pickup-truck-driver-with-a-knife/

60,000 suspects related to guns and drugs rounded up in Thailand ahead of APEC summit Thai police have taken into custody more than 60,000 suspects, on charges related to firearms and illegal narcotics, during a nation-wide crime suppression campaign, which began on October 10th, ahead of the APEC Summit in Bangkok on November 18th and 19th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277131-60000-suspects-related-to-guns-and-drugs-rounded-up-in-thailand-ahead-of-apec-summit/

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AOT expects to return to pre-pandemic passenger traffic by next year as tourism sector recovers By Erich Parpart The state-owned Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) said they expect the number of passengers at all 6 of their airports to increase to 96 million in 2022-2023 fiscal year from 46 million it had recorded during the past fiscal year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277110-aot-expects-to-return-to-pre-pandemic-passenger-traffic-by-next-year-as-tourism-sector-recovers/

By Erich Parpart The state-owned Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) said they expect the number of passengers at all 6 of their airports to increase to 96 million in 2022-2023 fiscal year from 46 million it had recorded during the past fiscal year. AOT’s fiscal year starts from October 1st of each year. The figure of 96 million passengers would account for 2/3 of the number of passengers prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. They also expect the number of passengers to return to the pre-Covid level of 142 million by 2023-2024 fiscal year which would be around 400,000 per day. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/45690/aot-expects-to-return-to-pre-pandemic-passenger-traffic-by-next-year-as-tourism-sector-recovers/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-11-08 - 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!

Flags will indicate air quality at Bangkok schools - governor makes visit Daily News Thai Cap: Flags indicate air quality at schools Bangkok's governor Chadchart Sittipunt went to Wichuthit School in Din Daeng where a flag system has been set up to inform students and parents of the air quality. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277109-flags-will-indicate-air-quality-at-bangkok-schools-governor-makes-visit/

Daily News Thai Cap: Flags indicate air quality at schools Bangkok's governor Chadchart Sittipunt went to Wichuthit School in Din Daeng where a flag system has been set up to inform students and parents of the air quality. All 437 schools in the metro area are taking part to monitor particulate matter or PM2.5 in the air of the Thai capital. Picture: Daily News The project is seen as a way of educating everyone about air quality, reported Daily News. When a blue flag is flying that is 0-25 and very good. Green is 26-37 and still good. Yellow is 38-50 - medium. Picture: Daily News Orange is 51-90 meaning things are starting to be a healthy issue. Red is 91 and up meaning the start of potential health issues. Yesterday the green flag was flying. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-08 - 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

PM Meets with U.S. Ambassador to Thailand BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – The new United States ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec, on Monday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister and Defense Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha on occasion of his assumption of the position at Government House. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277108-pm-meets-with-us-ambassador-to-thailand/

BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – The new United States ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec, on Monday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister and Defense Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha on occasion of his assumption of the position at Government House. Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister and Acting Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri disclosed that the Prime Minister welcomed the U.S. Ambassador to Thailand, and expressed confidence that his knowledge and experiences would well contribute to the reinforcement of relations and cooperation between the two countries. He also commended Thailand- U.S. dynamic relations, as the two countries celebrate the 190th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year, and affirmed the Thai Government’s commitment to fully support the Ambassador’s endeavors in all dimensions. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1053317 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-08 - 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!

Water Monitor in the ceiling! Lottery riches await Daily News Thai Caption: 'Water Monitor's numbers' Animal catchers were called to a house in Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya, central Thailand, after a large water monitor invaded a house, reported Daily News. Full story: Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277106-water-monitor-in-the-ceiling-lottery-riches-await/

Daily News Thai Caption: 'Water Monitor's numbers' Animal catchers were called to a house in Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya, central Thailand, after a large water monitor invaded a house, reported Daily News. Kittisak, 39, said he was minding his own business when he heard noises coming from the crawl space above the celing. Picture: Daily News Then a water monitor's foot came through! The rescue services used a ladder and soon had the "Tua Ngern Tua Thong" (the silver and gold creature as it is politely called in Thailand) in custody. Picture: Daily News It was two meters long and weighed 60-80 kilos. Now Kittsak's neighbors are using the auspicious arrival of the protected species as a basis for divining the winning lottery numbers in the next draw, due on the 16th November. The house was 188/60 in Moo 2. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-08 - 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

Big Joke in a suit! Top cop announces developments after four safe-crackers arrested Picture: INN Pol Lt-Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakpan was in Hat Yai, southern Thailand yesterday after a gang of safe-crackers were arrested following a seven year reign of theft. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277105-big-joke-in-a-suit-top-cop-announces-developments-after-four-safe-crackers-arrested/

Picture: INN Pol Lt-Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakpan was in Hat Yai, southern Thailand yesterday after a gang of safe-crackers were arrested following a seven year reign of theft. The gang known as the "Very Fat Monkeys" had been involved in 22 thefts spanning 2016 to this year before four arrests were made. Three of the biggest thefts were from safes in the Palm Springs housing estate in Hat Yai, the Sampeng shop in Hat Yai and a place in Suphanburi, central Thailand. Cash and valuables totalling 21 MB, 6MB and 12MB were stolen in those cases respectively. Picture: INN All the cases saw 50 million baht in cash and valuable go missing. The gang have admitted their involvement. Surachate outlined to victims how some of the property has been recovered and what is happening as the inquiry is expanded to fences of the stolen goods. INN gave no explanation as to why Surachate was wearing a business suit rather than the fatigues of a policeman. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-08 - 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

New Regulation Allowing Foreigners To Buy Land Withdrawn: Anupong by TNR Staff INTERIOR Minister Anupong Paochinda this morning (Nov. 8th) said before attending a Cabinet meeting that a draft ministerial regulation allowing four categories of foreigners to buy maximum one rai of land for residential purposes is being withdrawn to study this sensitive issue again, Matichon newspaper said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277104-new-regulation-allowing-foreigners-to-buy-land-withdrawn-anupong/

by TNR Staff INTERIOR Minister Anupong Paochinda this morning (Nov. 8th) said before attending a Cabinet meeting that a draft ministerial regulation allowing four categories of foreigners to buy maximum one rai of land for residential purposes is being withdrawn to study this sensitive issue again, Matichon newspaper said. When asked whether the draft will be resubmitted to the Cabinet for approval after the new study is completed, Gen. Anupong said he did not know but the ministry had to examine this issue again to work out the good and bad effects it would have on the economy and the society. Asked whether the draft regulation is restudied because of social pressure, Anupong said he had told the Parliament and the press that this is a sensitive issue and the pros and cons had to be worked out again. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/11/08/new-regulation-allowing-foreigners-to-buy-land-withdrawn-anupong/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-11-08 - 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!

"Drunk" pick up driver flees the scene - four year old dead Picture: Sanook Muang Buriram police in north east Thailand were called to the village of Ban Thai Yong after two pick-ups collided and a young child was injured. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277101-drunk-pick-up-driver-flees-the-scene-four-year-old-dead/

Picture: Sanook Muang Buriram police in north east Thailand were called to the village of Ban Thai Yong after two pick-ups collided and a young child was injured. One of the pick-ups - a Nissan - was propelled into the front of a shop and hit a stone table that hit and crushed a four year old boy. The boy died in hospital. The driver of the Nissan - adapted to carry cows and buffalos - fled in the confusion. At the hospital Sanook reporters found a pitiful scene with a distraught father and mother and a five year old girl crying. The mother of the children said that at about 8am she had been braiding her daughter's hair at the table while feeding her four year old boy. Out in the street a Ford Ranger had been involved in a collision with the Nissan. She saw that second vehicle coming and pushed her daughter out of the way but she was unable to help her son who was knocked unconscious by the table that smashed and crushed him. Her husband rushed the boy unconscious to hospital and despite CPR doctors were unable to save him. She said that the driver of the pick-up looked drunk and offered no help or apology before disappearing. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-08 - 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

Marijuana farmer whipped me for putting acid on his weed - employee goes to the press Sanook Thai Caption: Whipped by employer An employee of an organic ganja farmer in the north east of Thailand appealed to Sanook after he was beaten by his boss for damaging his crops. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277100-marijuana-farmer-whipped-me-for-putting-acid-on-his-weed-employee-goes-to-the-press/

Sanook Thai Caption: Whipped by employer An employee of an organic ganja farmer in the north east of Thailand appealed to Sanook after he was beaten by his boss for damaging his crops. Bunsong or Tor, 31, showed the press his wounds inflicted by a beating and being whipped with electrical cord. Though he has made a police report with the Lahansai police in Buriram he feared no justice because the owner is a person of influence. He said that on Wednesday last week three burly men had abducted him from his house and taken him to the plantation owned by Nanthin "Sak" Phanya, 46. His boss claimed that he had put acid on the plants - something he admitted fearing an even worse beating. It wasn't true. Reporters went to find Sak who is in the same village in Khok Wan. Sak said that he had studied organic weed farming for a long time and had invested money in 2,000 plants on two rai of land expecting to make 10 million baht profit after the government lifted restrictions. But he discovered that the plants were not growing as they should so he conducted tests on them and water in a tank and found acidity associated with chemicals used in latex production. He said that Tor had admitted he was responsible and that he got what was coming to him. He said he'll suffer the consequences of the attack according to the law. He said he only employed Tor because he was a fellow villager but after that he had been late for work and seemingly unconcerned about his salary. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-08 - 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

Calls for more serious punishment after Police Hospital doctor in Porsche gets community service for TWO DUI deaths Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported on a judgment handed down by the Thonburi Criminal Court yesterday against a Police Hospital doctor who killed two people and seriously injured a third after he drove his red plate (brand new) Porsche Cayenne into the back of a Honda Civic on Ratchapreuk Road, Phasi Charoen, at 5 am on August 29th last year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277093-calls-for-more-serious-punishment-after-police-hospital-doctor-in-porsche-gets-community-service-for-two-dui-deaths/