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By Goongnang Suksawat Samkong, Rassada – Bars and restaurants at a night market in Samkong, Rassada sub-district were raided for illegally selling alcohol. A team of law enforcement officers led by the Phuket City Police and officers from the Mueang Phuket District raided bars and restaurants at a Samkong night market last night (November 1st). Administrative Chief Officer Mr. Danai Jaikeng told the Phuket Express, “We have received complaints that bars and restaurants in this market were selling alcohol to underage people and many of them do not have licensed permission to sell alcohol.” Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/11/02/bars-and-restaurants-at-market-in-samkong-raided-for-illegally-selling-alcohol/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-11-03 - 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!

Australian big bike rider crashes into power pole in Chonburi and dies By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Mueng district, Chonburi — An Australian big bike rider died after trying to evade a truck at high speed and crashing into a power pole. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276600-australian-big-bike-rider-crashes-into-power-pole-in-chonburi-and-dies/

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya By Tanakorn Panyadee Mueng district, Chonburi — An Australian big bike rider died after trying to evade a truck at high speed and crashing into a power pole. The victim, whose name was withheld pending embassy and family contact, got into a traffic accident in the Samnak Bok subdistrict of Mueang district, Chonburi, today November 2nd. The Australian victim sustained a broken neck and arms and instantly died at the accident scene. His demolished red Kawasaki ER6N 650 CC was found at the scene. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/02/australian-big-bike-rider-crashes-into-power-pole-in-chonburi-and-dies/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-03 - 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!

Government claims its liquor policy is in the public interest Image by Couleur from Pixabay The government has defended its liquor policy, as announced in an edict which came into force today (Wednesday), insisting that it is in the public interest, will put an end to the current oligopoly and is not intended to wrong-foot the opposition Move Forward Party as alleged. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276599-government-claims-its-liquor-policy-is-in-the-public-interest/

Image by Couleur from Pixabay The government has defended its liquor policy, as announced in an edict which came into force today (Wednesday), insisting that it is in the public interest, will put an end to the current oligopoly and is not intended to wrong-foot the opposition Move Forward Party as alleged. The essence of the edict is to allow individuals to produce liquor for household consumption and for commercial purposes if they wish, said Deputy Government Spokesperson Tipanan Sirichana. She explained that it will promote fair competition, equal market access and protect the health and safety of consumers by ensuring that the liquor products are up to standard. The edict will protect local wisdom, increase job opportunities in communities and will enable the state to collect taxes from the producers, she added. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/government-claims-its-liquor-policy-is-in-the-public-interest/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-03 - 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!

Thai parliament derails Move Forward Party’s Progressive Liquor Bill The Move Forward Party’s Progressive Liquor Bill was derailed today (Wednesday), when the House of Representatives twice voted against it twice, first by 177:174 votes and then by 196:194 votes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276598-thai-parliament-derails-move-forward-party’s-progressive-liquor-bill/

The Move Forward Party’s Progressive Liquor Bill was derailed today (Wednesday), when the House of Representatives twice voted against it twice, first by 177:174 votes and then by 196:194 votes. The failure of the Bill to pass was not unexpected, after the government issued an edict yesterday to ease restrictions on the production of liquor and beer, in what was widely seen as an attempt to wrong-foot the opposition Move Forward Party. After the 177:174 vote, with 11 abstentions, Move Forward MP for Bangkok, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, asked Deputy House Speaker Suchart Tancharoen, who chaired the House meeting, for a second roll call vote, due to the close margin in the first. As a result, the Bill, which was touted as a flagship piece of legislation for the Move Forward Party, failed to pass. Source: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-parliament-derails-move-forward-partys-progressive-liquor-bill/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-03 - 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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Tourist arrivals in Thailand surge 43% to 3.1 million in October Tourists arrived at Suvarnabhumi airport on October 30th, 2022 / photo from sun_horng Tiktok More than 3.1 million foreign tourists arrived in Thailand in October, an increase of 43.55% over September, said Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob today (Wednesday). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276578-tourist-arrivals-in-thailand-surge-43-to-31-million-in-october/

Thai Democrats threaten to scrap Cannabis and Hemp Bill PHOTO: Thaipost The coalition Thai Democrat Party has threatened to scrap the Cannabis and Hemp Bill proposed by the coalition partner Bhumjai Thai Party after they said no amendments have been made to the bill. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276582-thai-democrats-threaten-to-scrap-cannabis-and-hemp-bill/

Political activist Srisuwan Janya to sue Thai government over allowing foreign land ownership Political activist Srisuwan Janya is going to sue the Thai government over a proposal to allow foreign land ownership. Full xtory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276583-political-activist-srisuwan-janya-to-sue-thai-government-over-allowing-foreign-land-ownership/

Cha-Am Beach Viewpoint Getting A Big Makeover By Editor In a surprise for many locals, the arrival of heavy equipment has seen the Cha-Am viewpoint, a very significant feature of the central Cha-Am beach viewpoint, now becoming a construction site. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276529-cha-am-beach-viewpoint-getting-a-big-makeover/

By Editor In a surprise for many locals, the arrival of heavy equipment has seen the Cha-Am viewpoint, a very significant feature of the central Cha-Am beach viewpoint, now becoming a construction site. A visit on Thursday 2nd November, revealed the early stages of a project which workers on-site say will see an extension and beautification of the viewpoint with an improved surface, lighting and other features. The Cha-Am Municipality remains silent on this development and no signage is visible at the site. The viewpoint has long been the focus of events such as food festivals, markets, concerts and the occasional Muay Thai tournament as well as private occasions such as weddings or corporate events. The downside to this project may relate to timing, with the arrival this month of an eagerly awaited high season and with workers saying the contractual obligations allow for the completion to take up to 12 months. The viewpoint project follows recent changes to the beach with the construction of steps along the coastline descending down to the beach aiming to address the issues of the beach erosion. With the viewpoint makeover now taking place behind the statue of Prince Narathip looking back down the main beach approach road, let’s hope that the founding father of modern Cha-Am will approve these changes to one of the region’s main tourism attractions. Full story: https://royalcoastreview.com/2022/11/cha-am-beach-viewpoint-getting-a-big-makeover/ -- © Copyright Royal Coast Review 2022-11-02 - 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!

UPDATE: People Allowed to Make Alcoholic Beverages Today BANGKOK, Nov 2 (TNA) – New regulations of the Finance Ministry which took effect today allowed people to make alcoholic beverages for own consumption but the household production capacity is capped at 200 liters per year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276484-new-booze-regulation-comes-into-effect-wednesday/?do=findComment&comment=17699943

People Allowed to Make Alcoholic Beverages Today BANGKOK, Nov 2 (TNA) – New regulations of the Finance Ministry which took effect today allowed people to make alcoholic beverages for own consumption but the household production capacity is capped at 200 liters per year. According to the new ministerial regulations, people aged 20 years and over and juristic persons can apply for a license to make alcoholic beverages for their own consumption, not for sale or barter. However, the production capacity is limited at 200 liters per year and such producers must send the samples of their alcoholic beverages to the Excise Department for quality checks. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1049254 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-02 - 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!

Crocodile scares villagers in Kabinburi - chickens had gone missing Picture: Thai Rath Villagers in Nonsri sub-district of Kabinburi, in Prachinburi province, central/eastern Thailand, were concerned that their chickens were going missing. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276522-crocodile-scares-villagers-in-kabinburi-chickens-had-gone-missing/

Picture: Thai Rath Villagers in Nonsri sub-district of Kabinburi, in Prachinburi province, central/eastern Thailand, were concerned that their chickens were going missing. Responsible was a two meter long crocodile that was soon found sunning itself in a field behind Anan Khamphirom's home, reported Thai Rath. Anan thought the creatuire was initially attracted by the prospect of a fish dinner but then moved in on a chicken farm in the area. Local authorities and rescue services were yesterday preparing to catch the croc and return him to a place well away from people. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-02 - 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

Northern Thai monk accused of sexual molestation of novice - it's been going on for years Naew Na Thai Caption: Nan monk accused of sexual molestation of novice for 2 years Naew Na reported on the case of a monk and teacher from a well known temple in Nan, northern Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276518-northern-thai-monk-accused-of-sexual-molestation-of-novice-its-been-going-on-for-years/

Naew Na Thai Caption: Nan monk accused of sexual molestation of novice for 2 years Naew Na reported on the case of a monk and teacher from a well known temple in Nan, northern Thailand. It is alleged that the monk abused a novice monk for two years. Other children may also be involved. The mother of the novice was perturbed by some strange posts of her son. When she got to the truth of what was happening to him she went to the police to prosecute the monk to the full extent of the law. She was shocked by what had happened. The novice said that since he was ordained he was invited to stay in the monk's quarters but he initially refused. But later the monk started caressing his cheeks and kissing him. This then got worse as the boy studied secondary school work with the monk, a teacher. He was repeatedly subjected to anal intercourse and oral stimulation to climax. Other novices were also molested. Rape tests are underway, said a member of the Muang Nan police. An arrest warrant has been issued. The monk got wise and has fled. He was also a religious studies teacher at a Nan school, said Naew Na. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-02 - 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

Easing of Thai Property Ownership Attracts Wealthy International Buyers by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Non-resident buying of Thai properties could more than double that of pre-pandemic levels amid government easing of ownership rules. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276517-easing-of-thai-property-ownership-attracts-wealthy-international-buyers/

by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Non-resident buying of Thai properties could more than double that of pre-pandemic levels amid government easing of ownership rules. According to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC), annual registrations of houses and condominiums by foreigners could potentially reach upwards of 100 billion baht (US$2.6 billion) when the proposed easing kicks off. According to REIC, annual non-resident purchases were about 50 billion baht during the pre-pandemic period. The government aims to accelerate Thailand’s post-pandemic economic recovery by allowing foreigners to purchase residential land if they invest a minimum of 40 million baht for at least three years. Non-residents are currently only allowed to own condominium units. Following Cabinet endorsement last week, the proposal has been forwarded to the Office of the Council of State and relevant government agencies for further assessment before receiving final approval. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221102104402401 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-02 - 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!

Hungry monkeys making life a misery for residents at southern Thailand housing estate Picture: INN INN reported that a group of small and large monkeys were causing trouble to residents of the Jan Pratheep community by the railway tracks in Hat Yai, southern Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276516-hungry-monkeys-making-life-a-misery-for-residents-at-southern-thailand-housing-estate/

Picture: INN INN reported that a group of small and large monkeys were causing trouble to residents of the Jan Pratheep community by the railway tracks in Hat Yai, southern Thailand. The locals reported that the hungry monkeys have been taking fruit like passionfruit and mangoes. They feared attacks on children walking in the road with snacks. Some took pity on the creatures feeding them water melon. The monkeys had never been a problem before. They were chased away along power lines that run along the railway tracks. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-02 - 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

Bangkok governor calls for scrutiny after Facebook complaints regarding road closures for cable burying Picture: INN Bangkok's governor Chadchart Sittipunt spoke to the media after he attended an event promoting "Colorful Bangkok" and the launch of a website called bangkokartcity.org. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276515-bangkok-governor-calls-for-scrutiny-after-facebook-complaints-regarding-road-closures-for-cable-burying/

Picture: INN Bangkok's governor Chadchart Sittipunt spoke to the media after he attended an event promoting "Colorful Bangkok" and the launch of a website called bangkokartcity.org. INN reported that the governor had set up a committee to investigate after complaints on Facebook about slow work to bury cables in the Thai capital. Two projects being done by the municipal electrical authority and on behalf of the governor have run into lengthy delays of two months. These have caused headaches for residents of Bangkok due to traffic jams. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-02 - 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