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43 teenagers arrested at two alleged drug parties in Sattahip area PHOTO: นักข่าว เมืองชล Chonburi police busted two alleged drug parties in the Sattahip area and arrested over 43 teenagers, mostly under 18 years old. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276818-43-teenagers-arrested-at-two-alleged-drug-parties-in-sattahip-area/

Bangkok City Hall prepares measures ahead of imminent surge in PM2.5 levels BANGKOK (NNT) - Levels of airborne particulate matter or PM2.5 in Bangkok are still considered to be within Thailand’s safety standard. Aware that the airborne dust issue worsens during the cold season, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is preparing mitigation measures ahead of the peak dust period. Online communications channels and smart signboards are among the measures that will keep Bangkokians informed when the dust level exceeds the standard. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276791-bangkok-city-hall-prepares-measures-ahead-of-imminent-surge-in-pm25-levels/

Chuwit praises top cops for action he instigated against "Chinese Mafia" Former MP and soapy massage owner Chuwit Kamolwist went on Facebook to praise the Thai police. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276774-chuwit-praises-top-cops-for-action-he-instigated-against-chinese-mafia/

Former MP and soapy massage owner Chuwit Kamolwist went on Facebook to praise the Thai police. He said it was something that he rarely did. He had presented a dossier to the RTP concerning five Chinese who he claimed were breaking the law owning nightclubs where there was illegal activity. Subject of his praise were RTP deputies Pol Gen Torsak Sukhwimon and Pol Gen Surachate Hakpan who arrested the men, reported Siam Rath. There were many raids in Thailand, Pattaya and elswehere this week acting on information supplied by Chuwit.

"Danger to society": Police in NE seek warrant for arrest of yaba crazed man who attacked female teacher at primary school Daily News Thai Caption: Arrest warrant readied Daily News reported that police in Nakhon Phanom, NE Thailand were hunting for a man who attacked a female teacher at a school in Ban Nong Pla Duk in Muang district. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276772-danger-to-society-police-in-ne-seek-warrant-for-arrest-of-yaba-crazed-man-who-attacked-female-teacher-at-primary-school/

Daily News Thai Caption: Arrest warrant readied Daily News reported that police in Nakhon Phanom, NE Thailand were hunting for a man who attacked a female teacher at a school in Ban Nong Pla Duk in Muang district. Forty three year old Sawai Phakdeelon, a P1/P2 primary school teacher was punched in the face. The victim went to the Muang district police to have them find Thanin, 32 who hit her twice. He is related to the teacher. Sawai said that she was using a loudspeaker to teach children and the noise carried to the suspect's house nearby causing him to have a paranoid attack. He is a yaba addict. She feared other people might be attacked if he is not caught - she described him as a danger to society. He had attacked a teacher at the school back in 2015 for which he was jailed and was released about three years ago. She was nearly attacked again in 2019 but a colleague helped her. Now she wants him found and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

Illegal migrant workers still pouring into Thailand, suggest Thai media Daily News Thai Caption: Migrants pouring in Thai media Daily News suggested that illegal migrants were continuing to pour into Thailand from Myanmar. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276771-illegal-migrant-workers-still-pouring-into-thailand-suggest-thai-media/

Daily News Thai Caption: Migrants pouring in Thai media Daily News suggested that illegal migrants were continuing to pour into Thailand from Myanmar. In the last two days in Sangkhaburi, Kanchanaburi, western Thailand 12 were arrested in two separate incidents. Picture: Daily News Eleven were caught in the area of the village of Ban Song Kalia on Wednesday - seven men and 4 women. Then in the same area a man was caught yesterday. No Thai facilitators were with them, they were alone when arrested. They had paid 20,000 to 30,000 baht to agents and were headed for work in Kanchanaburi, Samut Sakhon, Rayong and Bangkok. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

"Lady Kai" back in the news! 2016 sensation accuses media and keyboard warriors of defamation Daily News Thai Caption: Defamation charges made She was the talk of Thailand through much of 2016 and a regular staple on ASEAN NOW's platform then known as Thaivisa. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276770-lady-kai-back-in-the-news-2016-sensation-accuses-media-and-keyboard-warriors-of-defamation/

Daily News Thai Caption: Defamation charges made She was the talk of Thailand through much of 2016 and a regular staple on ASEAN NOW's platform then known as Thaivisa. This is none other than Ying Kai or Lady Kai. Six years ago she was finally jailed after she claimed to be a princess. Her employees claimed she falsely charged them with theft and imprisoned them against their will. In July of that year after countless news stories she woke up behind bars. She was then known as Monta Yokratanakan, notes ASEAN NOW. Now free and named Saranya Upatasanti, aged 65, she went with her lawyer to the Rattanathibet police in Nonthaburi to file defamation charges against multiple news outlets and people who have commented online, reported Daily News. It concerns a relationship and inheritance matters in relation to a billionaire tycoon. Her lawyer said "Phee Kai" had been defamed by news outlets on TV, Facebook, YouTube and many other platforms. There was also defamatory comments from so-called keyboard warriors. Lady Kai said everyone was being nasty to her and she had plenty of evidence to place before the cops. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

Road, MRT Closure on Nov 16-19 for APEC Summit BANGKOK, Nov 4 (TNA) – Police will close Ratchadaphisek Road in front of the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center and its MRT station from Nov 16 to 19 to facilitate the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276769-road-mrt-closure-on-nov-16-19-for-apec-summit/

BANGKOK, Nov 4 (TNA) – Police will close Ratchadaphisek Road in front of the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center and its MRT station from Nov 16 to 19 to facilitate the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. National police chief Damrongsak Kittiprapas said the cabinet approved special holidays from Nov 16 to 18 in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan and would also impose the holidays on the private sector and schools. Meanwhile, the police would close Ratchadaphisek Road in front of the convention center and the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center MRT station from Nov 16 to 19 for safety sake. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1050883 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-04 - 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!

Thailand succeeds in artificially breeding short mackerel The Thai Fisheries Department has succeeded in artificially breeding short mackerel, known locally as “Pla Tu”, a favourite edible fish among Thai people. Hormone-induced spawning was used, with a high survival rate of the fry, according to Chalermchai Suwannarak, director-general of the department. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276768-thailand-succeeds-in-artificially-breeding-short-mackerel/

The Thai Fisheries Department has succeeded in artificially breeding short mackerel, known locally as “Pla Tu”, a favourite edible fish among Thai people. Hormone-induced spawning was used, with a high survival rate of the fry, according to Chalermchai Suwannarak, director-general of the department. He said that they have been researching ways to conserve short mackerel in the wild and to increase its numbers in nature, to prevent depletion through overfishing. Breeding the short mackerel in captivity is a considerable challenge, because the fish is fragile and dies easily after being moved from the sea, he said, adding that researchers at the Fisheries Department have spent years studying the environment of the fish, its spawning season and its food, among other things, in order to replicate the conditions in the spawning tanks. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-succeeds-in-artificially-breeding-short-mackerel/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-04 - 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!

Girl, 13, appeals for help claiming attack by female friends over "relationship with 50 year old man" Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that a 13 year old girl named only as "A" went on the popular page of "Ban Dung Update" in Udon Thani, north eastern Thailand, after she was attacked by four females friends of a similar age. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276767-girl-13-appeals-for-help-claiming-attack-by-female-friends-over-relationship-with-50-year-old-man/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that a 13 year old girl named only as "A" went on the popular page of "Ban Dung Update" in Udon Thani, north eastern Thailand, after she was attacked by four females friends of a similar age. They claimed that she had been having a relationship with a boyfriend of one of girls who is aged 14 and called "B". The man is about 50 years old and called Joke, who has been arrested on drugs charges. "A" was contacted by the media and said that at some toilets at a shrine she was forced by the other girls to remove her lower garments. She was then filmed and the footage posted on Facebook. It happened in June. "A" said that she had never been with Joke and she was embarrassed to leave the house or go to school fearing further attack. She was attacked again last month, she claimed. A police report has been filed. Admin of the site said they would be contacting all those involved along with their relatives to resolve the issue in conjunction with police. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

Two Russians, one Thai dead after three vehicle crash in Rawai, Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Rawai – Two Russian nationals and one Thai died after a big bike, a motorbike, and a taxi car collided in Rawai. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276765-two-russians-one-thai-dead-after-three-vehicle-crash-in-rawai-phuket/

By Goongnang Suksawat Rawai – Two Russian nationals and one Thai died after a big bike, a motorbike, and a taxi car collided in Rawai. Emergency responders were notified of the accident at 3:30 A.M. early this morning (November 4th) on Wiset Road in the Rawai sub-district, Mueang Phuket district. The rescue workers arrived at the scene to find the damaged big bike, the motorbike, and the taxi car on the road. Nearby, rescue staff found the body of the 35-year-old Russian man big bike rider. A 29-year-old Russian woman, the passenger who was found nearby, was later pronounced dead at a hospital. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/11/04/two-russians-one-thai-dead-after-three-vehicle-crash-in-rawai-phuket/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-11-04 - 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!

No escape! "See Ngao Lak" casino in Rayong raided - 25 arrests, much evidence gathered Daily News Thai Caption: Dice gamblers nabbed Daily News reported on a raid on a gambling den in Rayong on Thailand's eastern seaboard by Ban Kram police. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276764-no-escape-see-ngao-lak-casino-in-rayong-raided-25-arrests-much-evidence-gathered/

Daily News Thai Caption: Dice gamblers nabbed Daily News reported on a raid on a gambling den in Rayong on Thailand's eastern seaboard by Ban Kram police. They went to a house in Sakdone sub-district of Klaeng after reports of gambling were received. At the venue 25 gamblers were playing See Ngao Lak also known as Tao Pan, a dice game. Wagering was in full swing when the cops arrived and the patrons tried to flee but they were all arrested. Equipment and cash were taken into evidence. Picture: Daily News Police had discovered a steady flow of patrons to the house. It was an establishment widely known among gamblers. Everyone admitted their involvement and all were charged according to 1935 gambling laws and taken away for processing. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

Two companies control Thailand's beer and spirits market; law changes unlikely to greatly affect customer choice Thailand's most influential media Thai Rath investigated the history of beer and spirits production in the country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276762-two-companies-control-thailands-beer-and-spirits-market-law-changes-unlikely-to-greatly-affect-customer-choice/

Picture: Thai Rath Thailand's most influential media Thai Rath investigated the history of beer and spirits production in the country. They said that most Thais know that the multi billion baht business is tied up in the hands of two major players. And they concluded that changes in the law this week are unlikely to change that duopoly and that customer choice will largely remain limited to the offerings of the big two. Back in 1927 alcohol production and foreign imports were all in the hands of the state. By 1959 things had been opened up to the private sector and further big changes came at the turn of the century when many new factories were built. But only two companies controlled the market - Boodrawd Brewery and Thai Beverage. Investment needed was huge and these companies had an advantage in being able to control most of the market shutting out smaller firms. In addition Thai laws created obstacles for competitors to enter the lucrative business. The big two just got bigger. Back in 2020 alcoholic drinks made up 21% of the entire drinks market in Thailand, according to the Krungsri Research thinktank. Its value was 473 billion baht or 64% of the entire beverage market. Beer made up 54.3% and spirits 37.9% of the alcohol market. Boonrawd were the first brewery in Thailand and are responsible for such household name brands as Singh, Leo and My Beer. Thai Beverage were second to the party but rapidly expanded with brands such as Chang and Federbrau. Together they controlled 95% of the beer market with Boonrawd still #1 in market share. When it came to spirits there has developed even less competition with new competitors unable to get a foothold in the market. Thai Beverage controls 80% of the spirits market and has 18 production facilities nationwide as well as control over imports via companies in its portfolio. There are 30 main brands including Mekhong, Hong Thong, Saeng Som, Blend and Crown99 among many others. Euromonitor reported in 2020 that the beer market in Thailand was worth 260 billion baht with Boonrawd controlling 57.9% and Thai beverage 34.3%. Thai Asia Pacific Brewery had just a 4.7% stake in the total market. Main brands and market share were Leo 44.8%,Chang 31.2%, Singh 11.2%, Heineken 3.8% and Archa 2.4%. Spirits were worth 180 billion baht with Thai Beverage controlling 59.5%, Diageo Moet Henessy 8% and Regency Brandy 4.4%. Top brands and market share were Ruang Khao 30.9%, Hong Thong 11.4%, Blend 285 11.2%, Regency 3.6%, Saeng Som 3% and Mekhong 2.5%. Alcohol consumption per capita in Thailand leads the way among ASEAN nations. The pandemic however caused a severe contraction in the market that is recovering in 2022. Thai Beverage reported in the first nine months of 2022 that beer sales were up 15.3% and sales growth was 9%. However, Krungsri have predicted that in the period from now until 2024 the market will rise but will not achieve pre-pandemic levels. This is due to state controls, advertising controls, zoning and campaigns to stop people drinking due to public health concerns. Thai Rath concluded that changes to the law announced on Wednesday would do little to change the booze duopoly in Thailand. Meaning that customer choice remains and will continue to be limited. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-04 - 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

Amazing Weekend with the i8 Vantage GT4 Aston Martin Racing Asia Has Joined the Thai Super Series Aston Martin Racing Asia, one of the profound names in auto-racing, was officially on the grid for the first time this weekend in the Thai Super Series, with Adam Khalid at the wheel of the Aston Martin i8 Vantage GT4, placing third in the GTC Production Class. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276760-aston-martin-racing-asia-has-joined-the-thai-super-series/

Amazing Weekend with the i8 Vantage GT4 Aston Martin Racing Asia Has Joined the Thai Super Series Aston Martin Racing Asia, one of the profound names in auto-racing, was officially on the grid for the first time this weekend in the Thai Super Series, with Adam Khalid at the wheel of the Aston Martin i8 Vantage GT4, placing third in the GTC Production Class. "We are proud to have participated in the events at Chang International Circuit, which was part of the Thai Super Series 10th year," explained a visibly pleased Weiron Tan, Team Principal of Aston Martin Racing Asia. "On behalf of Aston Martin Racing Asia, we were truly delighted to have the i8 Vantage GT4 here this weekend and in the remaining rounds of the 2022 Thai Super Series." The thrilling and action-packed race took place from October 27th to 30th at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, north-east of Bangkok, with the i8 Vantage GT4 serving as the Official Car of Aston Martin Racing Asia, which was further supported by the manufacturer. This assistance included R&D, cutting-edge technology, engineering support, and mechanical assistance, all of which were exclusively accessible to Aston Martin Racing Asia. Given the heritage of Aston Martin racing, their goal is to dominate the Thai Super Series final rounds, and that is exactly what the team is planning to execute. Driver Adam Khalid shared his enthusiasm through his statement that goes, "A huge thank you to Aston Martin Racing Asia for giving me this opportunity. After the past 3 days, I am very much looking forward to the rest of the Super Series. The Vantage GT4 is no stranger to me, as I have been testing with it quite extensively in the UK. I have also enjoyed working with the Aston Martin Racing Asia Team in the past, so there were plenty of familiar faces over the last few days. It was great to be back. The team and car showed real strength this weekend and in their previous debut in the Thai Super Series Singapore GP support races, where they won both events. We are motivated and focused on creating a winning streak together! " With more than 20 podium finishes and victories in his racing career, Adam has already made a spectacular climb in Asian auto racing. In a short period of time, he went from winning "Rookie of the Year" awards to winning the Speed Festival three times and the Malaysian Endurance Championship twice. Commercially, there are two objectives for this agreement. The first is to further cement the position of Aston Martin and the Aston Martin Racing Asia Team at the apex of motorsport in the region as the dominant team and the "go to" automobile. Second, the enormous popularity of motorsport in Asia offers sponsors an excellent platform by fusing the sport's elite profile with its inherent adrenalin rush, panache, and exhilaration. The company behind Aston Martin Racing Asia is Motorsports Services Aston Martin Racing Asia (MSAA), the official representative and distributor for Aston Martin Racing in Asia, Aston Martin Racing offers a soul-stirring range of Vantage GT variants, including the Vantage GT3, the GT8R and the GT4. It operates in countries from China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South Korea in the north, through to all Southeast Asia. Aston Martin Racing Asia also provides on-site parts support to teams and individuals competing in the region, along with engineering and technical support. "This is a great opportunity for the Aston Martin brand to gain further recognition in the region," said team principal Weiron Tan. "After the weekend we just had, we will redouble our efforts. There is great potential for the future." To further celebrate i8 Vantage GT4 momentous debut in the Thai Super Series, complete ownership of an Aston Martin Vantage GT4 and a complimentary enrolment in the Racing Training Experience Program will be given away to one lucky winner, along with other prizes worth up to USD $1,000,000. Discover more about the Thai Super Series and Aston Martin Racing Asia