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Four year old nearly chokes to death on "Eyeball Jelly" sweet - mum issues warning Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath went to investigate after a mother posted CCTV of dramatic moments when her son was choking to death after eating an "Eyeball Jelly" sweet. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277089-four-year-old-nearly-chokes-to-death-on-eyeball-jelly-sweet-mum-issues-warning/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath went to investigate after a mother posted CCTV of dramatic moments when her son was choking to death after eating an "Eyeball Jelly" sweet. These are large candies of bloodshot eyes very popular with children. Fang Wipha said on Facebook that she was in a panic and never thought this would happen to her and her four year old son who turned green before the sweet went down. Wipha Phanuroj, 31, in Chainat central Thailand, said that she had bought the jelly after her son pestered her to buy it. He was only saved by the quick actions of her elder brother and husband who had seen videos about what to do when people choke on food. She called on all people to educate themselves about ways to help people with things stuck in their throats and parents to monitor their children carefully. Lest they lose their little ones. -- © 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

Viral Tattoo: Foreigner causes internet stir after weird request Picture: Sanook Thai netizens were commenting in droves after a foreigner had an unusual request for a tattoo. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277087-viral-tattoo-foreigner-causes-internet-stir-after-weird-request/

Picture: Sanook Thai netizens were commenting in droves after a foreigner had an unusual request for a tattoo. The "Venezuelan" - according to a post that went viral on Titinan Jantankpol who runs the Door Dang shop - apparently wanted the message as a keepsake to remember Thailand. It read: Pokati Phu Tai Pen Khon Chorp Hee The last word is a vulgar word omitted from the Sanook report - and many others - that means a woman's sexual organ. The whole sentence might mean: Usually the dead person likes..... Netizens were having a field day wondering if the recipient knew the meaning. While many didn't really have a clue if there was a deeper meaning. Google translate - notoriously inaccurate - translates it as "Normally the deceased is a sucker". Sanook chose to focus on the comments of people; many were women who wanted the camera to pan right to get a better view of the recipient's "package". The images were shared 1,800 times in 24 hours according to an online post. -- © 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

Police warn of Loy Krathong phishing scams The current Loy Krathong Festival is giving rise to phishing scams that trick people into giving out personal information on-line, warned anti-cybercrime police. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277086-police-warn-of-loy-krathong-phishing-scams/

The current Loy Krathong Festival is giving rise to phishing scams that trick people into giving out personal information on-line, warned anti-cybercrime police. They said fake websites have been created to invite people to float krathong on-line. Tonight marks the full-moon day of the 12th lunar month during which Thais celebrate the Loy Krathong Festival by floating vessels known as krathong which contains flowers, candles and incense sticks in rivers or canals. In recent years, authorities have encouraged Thais to celebrate the occasion on-line instead to reduce water pollution. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/police-warn-of-loy-krathong-phishing-scams/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 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!

Abortion is now legal, but why is it so difficult to get one in Thailand? Although Thai law was changed last year to allow the termination of a pregnancy up to 12 weeks and again this year with some conditions to up to 20 weeks, it remains difficult for women in Thailand to get a free and safe abortion. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277084-abortion-is-now-legal-but-why-is-it-so-difficult-to-get-one-in-thailand/

Although Thai law was changed last year to allow the termination of a pregnancy up to 12 weeks and again this year with some conditions to up to 20 weeks, it remains difficult for women in Thailand to get a free and safe abortion. “If you think abortion services have become available for all pregnant women who want to exercise their right to a legal abortion, you are wrong,” Tamtang Group’s founder and coordinator Supecha Baotip said. Her group has long campaigned for women’s right to safe abortions but despite finally seeing legalization in February 2021, access to abortion services is still very limited. Only about 100 medical facilities offer safe abortion under the law, according to Tamtang Group’s data. However, most of them are private clinics. In Bangkok, not a single state hospital offers the service, meaning abortion is out of reach for most Thais in the capital. “Yet, ironically, Bangkok has the biggest number of unwanted pregnancies judging by calls to counsellors,” Supecha said. “The closest state hospital we can recommend is in Singburi province.” Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/abortion-is-now-legal-but-why-is-it-so-difficult-to-get-one-in-thailand/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 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!

Opinion – Foreign land buying plans scrapping is a policy flipflop that will hurt investor’s sentiment and govt.’s image By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich Today the much-hyped plans of allowing foreigners to be able to buy up to 1 rai of land or about 0.16 hectares of land that was approved on October 25th by the Cabinet of 2014 coup leader Prayut Chan-o-cha. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277083-foreign-land-buying-plans-scrapping-is-a-policy-flipflop-that-will-hurt-investor’s-sentiment-and-govt’s-image/

Opinion – By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich Today the much-hyped plans of allowing foreigners to be able to buy up to 1 rai of land or about 0.16 hectares of land that was approved on October 25th by the Cabinet of 2014 coup leader Prayut Chan-o-cha. The decision to scrap the plans just 2-weeks since it was approved and made headlines around the world, comes as Thais have been labelling the scheme as ‘selling the country’ to foreigners. The scheme that was put in place was for ‘wealthy’ investors to invest a minimum of 40 million Baht for a minimum of 3-years. These people also need to be in a category of either being wealthy global citizen, wealthy pensioner or those who want to work from Thailand and/or are highly skilled professionals or specialists. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/45674/opinion-foreign-land-buying-plans-scrapping-is-a-policy-flipflop-that-will-hurt-investors-sentiment-and-govt-s-image/ -- © 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!

Twelve Thai women held against their will by compatriot in Nigeria in latest sex slave case Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that the mothers of eight Thai women were taken to the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation in Pathum Thani yesterday after their daughters were tricked into offering sex services in Nigeria. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277081-twelve-thai-women-held-against-their-will-by-compatriot-in-nigeria-in-latest-sex-slave-case/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that the mothers of eight Thai women were taken to the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation in Pathum Thani yesterday after their daughters were tricked into offering sex services in Nigeria. The eight women along with four others answered advertisements on Facebook saying they would be paid 50,000 baht a month to offer Thai traditional massage. The ad said there were no charges for the work to be arranged and it was at a shop owner by a Thai woman with a Nigerian husband. When they arrived in May they got 50,000 baht in the first month but in the second they were paid only 21,000 baht. They were told if they wanted more they needed to provide sexual services. They all refused and were subsequently held against their will and assaulted. They had their passports taken away. They managed to chat with their parents who went to local officials who contacted Paveena who runs a foundation that helps children and women. Two are from Kalasin, four from Khon Kaen and two from Nong Bualamphu, all north eastern Thai provinces. Paveena is in touch with Thai agencies who help compatriots abroad as well as consular officials in Nigeria. Paveena said that she has dealt with 115 cases of sex trafficking this year in Cambodia (36), Bahrain (19), Nigeria (12), Myanmar (11), Dubai (10), the Philippines (8), Oman (5), Korea (3) and two in Malaysia. Nine others are from other countries. She warned women about believing claims about Thai traditional massage jobs abroad on Facebook. -- © 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

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday November 8 2022 Listen to the news: Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277078-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-november-8-2022/

Listen to the news: The government looks set to back down from its plan to allow wealthy foreign nationals to purchase up to one rai of land for residential purposes in return for investments, the proposal is now being withdrawn. The idea drew fierce criticism from opponents who claimed the government was selling off the country. The NBTC broadcast regulator is due to decide tomorrow on a proposed budget of 1.6 billion baht to fund the payment for the rights to broadcast the World Cup live on domestic television. Negotiations for a better deal are still underway with the deadline being Nov 20th when the World Cup officially starts and runs until Dec 18. Thailand's department of digital economy is to propose to government a plan to stamp out call centre scams, proxy accounts, fraudulent investments, online gambling and other schemes involving the sale of products online. The Bank of Thailand will also assist with drafting regulations against cyber crime, which may see sizable financial transfers from overseas placed on hold while being investigated for money laundering. Police have found a large quantity of rifles, handguns, grenades and ammunition at a house in Phuket and home of a retired engineer from New Zealand. Police say 63 year old Garath Davies is a mechanical engineer capable of making and modifying firearms, he would test weapons in a soundproof area and had silencers for many of the firearms. Officers said Mr Davies is long term resident in Thailand and had previously worked as an engineer offshore. Police investigations continue. A deputy district chief of Sattahip handed himself to police yesterday after he was accused of corruption and abuse of authority by demanding money in exchange for issuing homestay property licenses. Property operators said they had to pay 15,000 baht otherwise their permit would not be approved. Police have warned people not to fire guns into the air during the Loy Kratong Festival, officer will be on the lookout for illegal weapons and those that do fire into the air risk heavy fines and jail time, particularly if a bullet lands causing injury or death. REGION Indonesia, an oil tanker that ran aground on 26th October could take a month to re float due to the close vicinity of gas pipelines, meanwhile the United States slapped sanctions on the vessel for alleged links to Hezbollah and a branch of Iran's Revolutionary Guards. The tanker is said to be almost full with almost 2 million barrels of crude oil, Chiang Mai: Sunny, 32C Bangkok: SUNNY partly cloudy 34C Pattaya: and SE: SUNNY partly cloudy 32C. Phuket: partly cloudy, with showers 29C. Hua Hin: SUNNY partly cloudy 30C 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 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!

Opinion – Internal rift in PPRP and rift in coalition could spell doom for Prayut’s plans to remain in power until term end By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich The internal rift in the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and the ongoing rift among the various coalition members are all indicating that the plans for the 2014 coup leader – Prayut Chan-o-cha, to remain in power until the term ends on March 23, 2023, seems very unlikely. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277077-internal-rift-in-pprp-and-rift-in-coalition-could-spell-doom-for-prayut’s-plans-to-remain-in-power-until-term-end/

Opinion – By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich The internal rift in the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and the ongoing rift among the various coalition members are all indicating that the plans for the 2014 coup leader – Prayut Chan-o-cha, to remain in power until the term ends on March 23, 2023, seems very unlikely. The latest flare up of the ongoing tremors in the ruling PPRP was evident after Prayut’s key supporter – General Prawit Wongsuwon, came out to make very harsh statements yesterday. Gen. Prawit, who is famous for his millions of dollar worth watches from dead friends, came out to say that if Gen. Prayut wants to go to any other party, he can go and that he as the party leader would not stop him. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/45670/opinion-internal-rift-in-pprp-and-rift-in-coalition-could-spell-doom-for-prayuts-plans-to-remain-in-power-until-term-end/ -- © 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!

World Sports News - Tuesday 8 November by Chili Radio Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277072-world-sports-news-tuesday-8-november-by-chili-radio/

Listen to the news: Cricket - Sri Lanka Cricket have suspended Danushka Gunathilaka after he was charged with raping a woman in Sydney. The 31 year old has been charged with four counts of sexual intercourse without consent while at the T20 World Cup in Australia. He was denied bail by a court in Sydney. Football - In Spain's La Liga last night Real Madrid were beaten 3-2 at Rayo Vallecano. Liverpool have drawn holders Real Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League in a repeat of last season's final. English Premier League champions Manchester City face German side RB Leipzig, while Tottenham Hotspur play Italian giants AC Milan. Chelsea also have German opposition in Borussia Dortmund. French champions Paris St-Germain have drawn Bayern Munich. Highlights from the Europa knockout round play-off includes Manchester United drawn against Barcelona. Jose Mourinho's Roma side will play FC Salzburg, while Juventus face Nantes. EPL side Southampton have sacked their manager Ralph Hasenhuttl in the wake of Sunday's 4-1 home defeat by Newcastle. He was appointed in December 2018 and leaves with the club in the Premier League relegation zone with 12 points after 14 games and Liverpool's owners say they "would consider new shareholders" following reports that the club is up for sale.. FSG who bought the club in 2010 said it "remains fully committed to the success of Liverpool, both on and off the pitch". Download the Chili Radio app : https://chiliradio.app for Chili Pop and Chili Classics. -- © Copyright Chili RADIO 2022-11-08 Chili Radio: https://chiliradiothailand.com Listen Live: https://chiliradio.asia - 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!

Sabre and THAI Smile implement distribution agreement to enable the airline to reach Sabre’s global network of travel agencies Sabre-connected travel agents can now shop, book and service international content from THAI Smile SINGAPORE and BANGKOK – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced the implementation of a distribution deal with THAI Smile, to support the hybrid carrier’s growth strategy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277070-sabre-and-thai-smile-implement-distribution-agreement-to-enable-the-airline-to-reach-sabre’s-global-network-of-travel-agencies/

Sabre-connected travel agents can now shop, book and service international content from THAI Smile SINGAPORE and BANGKOK – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced the implementation of a distribution deal with THAI Smile, to support the hybrid carrier’s growth strategy. Joining Sabre’s global marketplace will enable THAI Smile to enhance its geographic reach and target new leisure and corporate traveller segments, while providing travel agents with increased options to create optimal experiences for their clients. “We’re elated to be able to distribute our fares and offers through Sabre’s extensive global marketplace at this pivotal time for Thailand tourism,” said Mr. Thamanoon Kuprasert, Acting Chief Executive Officer, THAI Smile Airways. “Now that Thailand has fully re-opened to the world’s tourists, the implementation of our distribution agreement with Sabre is perfectly timed to enable us to help strengthen Thailand’s position as a top tourist and business destination.” A subsidiary of Thailand’s flag carrier Thai Airways International, THAI Smile flies to a host of domestic and international destinations, having first taken to the skies just over a decade ago, and the carrier is also incremental in extending Thai Airways route network with connecting flights for leisure and corporate travellers. “As we look forward to further industry recovery and growth around the world, it is essential that all airlines, whether full service, low cost, or hybrid, have the right distribution strategy, and the right technology partner, to get their content in front of the right customer,” said Rakesh Narayanan, Vice President, Regional General Manager, Asia Pacific, Travel Solutions, Airline Sales. “We’re thrilled to be marking THAI Smile’s tenth anniversary by welcoming them to Sabre’s global travel marketplace.” -- 2022-11-08

Thai-Saudi investment Forum held to promote bilateral trade and investment by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai-Saudi diplomatic, trade, and investment relations have been growing rapidly in recent months. To add momentum to this growth, the Thai-Saudi Investment Forum was organized in Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277069-thai-saudi-investment-forum-held-to-promote-bilateral-trade-and-investment/

by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai-Saudi diplomatic, trade, and investment relations have been growing rapidly in recent months. To add momentum to this growth, the Thai-Saudi Investment Forum was organized in Bangkok. Minister of Foreign Affairs Don Pramudwinai and Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih presided over the opening of the investment forum. Investment strategies, private sector trade, investment promotion, and incentives in support of Thai-Saudi investment were presented. A stage was also provided for businesspersons from Thailand and Saudi Arabia to conduct negotiations on joint investments. A total of 8 trade and investment agreements were signed at the event. These pertain to the food processing, construction, and food and beverage businesses. About 500 pairs of Thai and Saudi businesses were matched. Some 30 billion baht of new trade value is expected to be created as a result. Bilateral investment is expected to double to 10 billion baht within the next year because of developments at the forum. The forum is considered an illustration of Thailand’s readiness to host the APEC Leaders’ Meeting later this month. Thailand is also set to soon welcome Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, the crown prince and prime minister of Saudi Arabia, on an official visit. The trip is expected to further bolster Thai-Saudi relations. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221108014544982 -- © Copyright NNT 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!

PM wants to see safe Loy Krathong celebrations by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister has asked organizers of Loy Krathong events to ensure the safety of event participants, in wake of the Halloween crowd crush in Seoul, South Korea. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277068-pm-wants-to-see-safe-loy-krathong-celebrations/

PM wants to see safe Loy Krathong celebrations by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister has asked organizers of Loy Krathong events to ensure the safety of event participants, in wake of the Halloween crowd crush in Seoul, South Korea. Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha ordered related agencies to inspect the structural integrity of piers and pontoons where Loy Krathong events will be taking place, and to appropriately warn eventgoers about any potential risks. Event organizers should have in place staff members on-site to assist the general public and provide help in case of accidents. Many provinces have banned the use of fireworks and firecrackers at Loy Krathong events this year for safety reasons. The Prime Minister asked everyone to strictly comply with these regulations, which include the ban on sky lanterns, rockets, and fireworks in areas near airports. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration said it will be deploying city hall staff at piers to ensure safety and assist the general public. For safety reasons, the maximum capacity of people on each pontoon will be limited to 1 person per 1 square meter. The city will patrol the Chao Phraya River to ensure public safety throughout the festival. It encourages the general public to report cases of accidents or request emergency assistance by calling the 199 or 1555 hotlines, both available 24 hours a day. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221108015123985 -- © Copyright NNT 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! :

Phuket welcomes first flight from LOT Polish Airlines from Poland By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – The first flight from the LOT Polish Airlines from Poland arrived at the Phuket International Airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277067-phuket-welcomes-first-flight-from-lot-polish-airlines-from-poland/