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Danish teacher found dead in rental room in Nakhon Si Thammarat By Goongnang Suksawat PHOTO: Siam Rath A Danish teacher was found dead on a bed in a rental room in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273192-danish-teacher-found-dead-in-rental-room-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/

PHOTO: Siam Rath By Goongnang Suksawat A Danish teacher was found dead on a bed in a rental room in Nakhon Si Thammarat. The Nakhon Si Thammarat City Police were notified of the incident last night (September 27th) in a rental room on the third floor of a building on Pratoo Lord Road in the Nai Mueang sub-district, Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District. Police and emergency responders arrived at the scene to find the body of a 66-year-old Danish man (The Phuket Express is withholding his name pending embassy and family notification). No sign of a struggle or injuries were found on his body or inside the room. His body was taken to a nearby hospital in Nai Mueang. Police told The Phuket Express that the Danish man was a language teacher at a school in the city. He had many health issues including heart disease. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/09/28/danish-teacher-found-dead-in-rental-room-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-09-29 - 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!

95 Illegal Myanmar Migrants Caught Sneaking Into Thailand TNR Staff Myanmar migrants arrested in Kanchanaburi before dawn. Photo: Naewna KANCHANABURI police supported by soldiers rounded up 95 illegal migrants from last night to early this morning (Sept. 28) after they had sneaked in from Myanmar and were being taken for jobs in Bangkok, Rayong, Samut Sakhon and within Kanchanaburi itself with each of them having paid 15,000-30,000 baht to the smugglers, Naewna newspaper said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273191-95-illegal-myanmar-migrants-caught-sneaking-into-thailand/

Myanmar migrants arrested in Kanchanaburi before dawn. Photo: Naewna TNR Staff KANCHANABURI police supported by soldiers rounded up 95 illegal migrants from last night to early this morning (Sept. 28) after they had sneaked in from Myanmar and were being taken for jobs in Bangkok, Rayong, Samut Sakhon and within Kanchanaburi itself with each of them having paid 15,000-30,000 baht to the smugglers, Naewna newspaper said. Pol. Col. Santi Phithaksakul, head of Thong Pha Phum police station, together with Col. Chalermchai Chadchai, head of the 9th Infantry Regiment, led a team of policemen and soldiers in setting up a checkpoint in this district to apprehend the illegal migrants after getting a tip-off that a large number were being taken deeper in the country. At around 3 a.m. two pick-up trucks converted into fresh food and seafood delivery vehicles approached the checkpoint at Vajiralongkorn Dam. Upon being stopped and searched 39 illegal job-seekers were found crammed within. In the first vehicle, driven by Mr. Bai, 45, were 21 of them and in the second vehicle, driven by Mr. Sarayuth, 33, 18. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/09/28/95-illegal-myanmar-migrants-caught-sneaking-into-thailand/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-09-29 - 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!

American man injured after allegedly being attacked on Bangla Road in Patong By Goongnang Suksawat Patong – An American man has sustained injuries after he was allegedly attacked on Bangla Road in Patong. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273190-american-man-injured-after-allegedly-being-attacked-on-bangla-road-in-patong/

By Goongnang Suksawat Patong – An American man has sustained injuries after he was allegedly attacked on Bangla Road in Patong. Emergency responders were notified at 3:30 A.M. this morning (September 28th) that a tourist was allegedly attacked on Bangla Road in Patong. They arrived at the scene to find the injured 35 year-old American man. He had sustained injuries to his face and his middle finger of his left hand. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment but was reportedly released not long after. His name was withheld by emergency teams. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/09/28/american-man-injured-after-allegedly-being-attacked-on-bangla-road-in-patong/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-09-29 - 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!

OR Thailand Grand Prix 2022 promises plenty of exhilarating MotoGP racing action The third edition in Thailand of this World Championship motorcycle racing event is from 30 September-2 October, 2022, at the Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram province TAT Newsroom The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to invite tourists to the 2022 MotoGP World Championship motorcycle race, the OR Thailand Grand Prix, which is making an exhilarating return this year and will take place at the Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram province this weekend, from Friday, 30 September to Sunday, 2 October. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273188-or-thailand-grand-prix-2022-promises-plenty-of-exhilarating-motogp-racing-action/

The third edition in Thailand of this World Championship motorcycle racing event is from 30 September-2 October, 2022, at the Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram province TAT Newsroom The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to invite tourists to the 2022 MotoGP World Championship motorcycle race, the OR Thailand Grand Prix, which is making an exhilarating return this year and will take place at the Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram province this weekend, from Friday, 30 September to Sunday, 2 October. To help promote the OR Thailand Grand Prix 2022, a pre-event “MotoGP vs Muay Thai” photoshoot was held in Bangkok on 27 September, which had MotoGP race riders learning the art of Thai kickboxing or Muay Thai at the famous Rajdamnern Stadium in a promotional video to be broadcast to MotoGP fans worldwide. This included MotoGP race riders: Álex Márquez of the Honda LCR Team, Fabio Di Giannantonio of Gresini Racing MotoGP, and Albert Arenas of the Inde Gasgas Aspar Team, as well as Moto3 race riders: Izan Guevara of the Valresa Gasgas Aspar Team and two Thai riders from the Moto2 – Somkiat Chantra of the Idemitsu Honda Team Asia and Keminth Kubo of the Yamaha VR46 Master Camp Team. Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor, said “We are thrilled to see the MotoGP racing event back again this year, both for the thrilling action and excitement it offers fans here in Thailand and around the world through its live broadcast, and for the enormous opportunity it presents in showcasing Thailand’s ability to host world-class sporting events. It fits well with the promotion of sports tourism in the kingdom.” With PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) as title sponsor, this is the third edition of the MotoGP – the world’s number one motorcycle road racing championship watched by over 800 million people and broadcast live to more than 200 countries – in Thailand after the first PTT Thailand Grand Prix 2018 and PTT Thailand Grand Prix 2019. The thrilling sport has a large following in Thailand, where there are more than one million fans. The three-day OR Thailand Grand Prix 2022 is the 17th race on the 2022 MotoGP World Championship calendar out of a total of 20 races. The event programme sees free practices and qualifying for the MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3, and Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup on Friday and Saturday. The Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup’s first race will also be held on Saturday. On Sunday is the day of the MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 races, as well as the Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup’s second race. H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, will preside over the official opening of the 17th race on the 2022 MotoGP World Championship, the OR Thailand Grand Prix, which is scheduled to be held on Sunday afternoon. He will also witness the MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 races. Meanwhile, H.E. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Thailand’s Minister of Tourism and Sports, will attend several events on Friday. Following a visit to the community park at the Chorakhe Mak Reservoir None-hunting Area and presiding over the opening of the Thai Sarus Cranes Community Tourism Festival, his schedules at the Chang International Circuit will include officially openubg the SAT SPORTS EXPO and the TAT’s Amazing Thailand booths and visiting other booths, including OR, HONDA, YAMAHA, CHANG, and the MUAY THAI EXPO. In addition to the motorcycle races, the three-day programme features a music concert by popular Thai artists Joey Boy and Slot Machine on Friday evening, a Muay Thai or Thai kickboxing competition and concert by Thai singer, Katai Pannipa, on Saturday evening, and a concert by another Thai singer, Oat Pramote, on Sunday evening. Tickets to the OR Thailand Grand Prix 2022 can be purchased at 7-Eleven stores nationwide, or through www.allticket.com. For more information, please go to www.motogp.com/en/event/Thailand, www.bric.co.th/thailandgrandprix, or the Facebook page Chang Circuit Buriram. Source: https://www.tatnews.org/2022/09/or-thailand-grand-prix-2022-promises-plenty-of-exhilarating-motogp-racing-action/ -- © Copyright TAT NEWS 2022-09-29 - 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: Tourism ministry readies payment system for 300-baht Thailand entry fee by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - The government previously visioned collecting a 300-baht entry fee from each foreign traveler who visits Thailand early this year. The date for the implementation of this levy has since been pushed back continually, with the tourism ministry now expecting the collection to begin in early 2023. The matter will soon be deliberated by the Cabinet. Meanwhile, the fee collection system is now being prepared. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273158-cabinet-set-to-decide-on-300-baht-fee-for-foreign-tourists/?do=findComment&comment=17632714

Tourism ministry readies payment system for 300-baht Thailand entry fee by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - The government previously visioned collecting a 300-baht entry fee from each foreign traveler who visits Thailand early this year. The date for the implementation of this levy has since been pushed back continually, with the tourism ministry now expecting the collection to begin in early 2023. The matter will soon be deliberated by the Cabinet. Meanwhile, the fee collection system is now being prepared. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Krungthai Bank to develop a system to collect the entry fee. Krungthai Bank will link its existing payment platforms to the tourism ministry’s fee management system. This will make it speedy as well as safe for businesses and foreign tourists to pay the entry fee. Minister of Tourism and Sports Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said income generated from the fee will serve to fund tourism development. It will also be used to improve the Thai tourism industry’s competitiveness and will be drawn on to pay for medical services for tourists. Mr. Phiphat said the fee will be collected at all points of entry. The fee might be paid for via websites, mobile apps, kiosks, or included in the airfare. The fee will be 300 baht for those arriving by air, with the rates for other entry channels still being considered. The minister expects a study commissioned to determine the appropriate rates for other entry channels to be completed at the end of this month. The result will be presented at a Cabinet meeting in October. If the Cabinet gives its endorsement, collection of the fee can begin as soon as early 2023. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220928234334120 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-29 - 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!

Suspect Held In Extortion Of Cryptocurrencies From Russian Couple TNR Staff A pixelated image of the Kazakh man after he was arrested in Chonburi. The Thai headline says, “Foreign gang arrested. Robbed cryptocurrencies worth almost 2 million baht from Russians in the middle of Koh Samui.” Photo: Naewna THAI police arrested one of six foreigners wanted in the extortion of cryptocurrencies worth US$50,000 (approximately 1.878 million baht) from a Russian couple at a coffee shop on Koh Samui earlier this month, Naewna newspaper said yesterday evening (Sept. 28). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273186-suspect-held-in-extortion-of-cryptocurrencies-from-russian-couple/

A pixelated image of the Kazakh man after he was arrested in Chonburi. The Thai headline says, “Foreign gang arrested. Robbed cryptocurrencies worth almost 2 million baht from Russians in the middle of Koh Samui.” Photo: Naewna TNR Staff THAI police arrested one of six foreigners wanted in the extortion of cryptocurrencies worth US$50,000 (approximately 1.878 million baht) from a Russian couple at a coffee shop on Koh Samui earlier this month, Naewna newspaper said yesterday evening (Sept. 28). Pol. Lt. Gen. Amphol Buarabporn, commander of Provincial Police Region 8, had ordered quick tracking down of the six foreign suspects in this case with Koh Samui provincial court having issued warrants for their arrest. Wanted are Mr. Salman Almaty, 56, a Kazakh, who fled the country on Sept. 17; Mr. Tschingis Akhmadov, 39, a German, who escaped on Sept. 20; Mr. Andrey Nizhegorodtsev, 37, a Kazakh arrested in Chonburi today; Mr. Vladimir Orekhov, 42, a Russian; as well as two others whose name and nationality are not yet known but this is being investigated. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/09/28/suspect-held-in-extortion-of-cryptocurrencies-from-russian-couple/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-09-29 - 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 Coup Taking Place, Says Defence Ministry Spokesman TNR Staff Gen. Kongcheep Tantravanich talking to the reporters. Photo: Thai Rath THE DEFENCE Ministry’s spokesman Gen. Kongcheep Tantravanich yesterday afternoon (Sept. 28) dismissed rumours of a coup d’etat being mounted while also confirming that this issue was not raised at the Defence Council meeting, Thai Rath newspaper said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273185-no-coup-taking-place-says-defence-ministry-spokesman/

Gen. Kongcheep Tantravanich talking to the reporters. Photo: Thai Rath TNR Staff THE DEFENCE Ministry’s spokesman Gen. Kongcheep Tantravanich yesterday afternoon (Sept. 28) dismissed rumours of a coup d’etat being mounted while also confirming that this issue was not raised at the Defence Council meeting, Thai Rath newspaper said. Regarding what is being talked about one would have to ask the speakers for the motive for saying what they have, he said, adding that where the military is concerned there are no conditions leading to a coup. Asked whether suspended Prime Minister-cum-Defence Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha raised this issue at today’s meeting, Gen. Kongcheep replied he did not do so. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/09/28/no-coup-taking-place-says-defence-ministry-spokesman/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-09-29 - 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!

to continue: Thailand Live Thursday 29 September 2022 https://aseannow.com/topic/1273184-thailand-live-thursday-29-september-2022/

Central bank increases key interest rate to 1.00 percent The Bank of Thailand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has unanimously voted to increase the key interest rate by 0.25%, to 1.00%, with immediate effect. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273173-central-bank-increases-key-interest-rate-to-100-percent-effective-wednesday/

Thailand’s currency weakens to 38 baht per US dollar The Thai baht continues to weaken against the US dollar, falling to 38/$US, mainly due to the strengthening of the greenback, as a result of the recent increase in the US Federal Reserve’s base rate, which has forced other currencies, including the Thai baht, to weaken. Analysts say, however, that this is not unexpected. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273174-thailand’s-currency-weakens-to-38-baht-per-us-dollar/

Foreign tourists arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport. File photo Cabinet set to decide on 300 baht fee for foreign tourists The Cabinet is set to rule on whether Thailand will start charging international tourists a fee to enter the country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273158-cabinet-set-to-decide-on-300-baht-fee-for-foreign-tourists/

Phuket Marine office warns boats going into the sea due to recent storms By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – The Phuket Marine Office has made an announcement for boats going into the sea due to strong winds and waves which is in effect until October 1st. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273124-phuket-marine-office-warns-boats-going-into-the-sea-due-to-recent-storms/

By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – The Phuket Marine Office has made an announcement for boats going into the sea due to strong winds and waves which is in effect until October 1st. The announcement was issued by the Phuket Marine Office Chief Mr. Nachapong Pranit. The announcement states, “The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) reports possible heavy to very heavy rains in most parts of Thailand until October 1st due to the tropical storm NORU.” Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/09/27/phuket-marine-office-warns-boats-going-into-the-sea-due-to-recent-storms/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-09-28 - 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 class tennis returns to True Arena Hua Hin in October By Online Reporter File photo True Arena celebrates the return of the ITF World Tennis Tour to Hua Hin from 03-16 October 2022, kindly supported by CAL-COMP & CCAU Industry 4.0. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273123-world-class-tennis-returns-to-true-arena-hua-hin-in-october/

File photo By Online Reporter True Arena celebrates the return of the ITF World Tennis Tour to Hua Hin from 03-16 October 2022, kindly supported by CAL-COMP & CCAU Industry 4.0. Presiding over the tournament will be His Excellency, Suwat Liptapanlop, a huge tennis fan and the proud owner of True Arena Hua Hin, one of Asia’s top tennis stadiums. Tournament director and former World No. 9 Thai Tennis legend, Paradorn Srichapan, said: “It is going to be a great tournament. There’s a 25,000 USD prize money purse each week up for grabs, so the players will be out there to win. I’m really looking forward to seeing the New-Gen Thai players out on the courts. Also, watch for the higher-ranked international players who will be looking to add Hua Hin to their list of ITF wins.” Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/world-class-tennis-returns-to-true-arena-hua-hin-in-october/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-09-28 - 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!

Four people arrested in Wichit allegedly involved in online investment scam By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – Four suspects have been arrested in Wichit who were allegedly involved in an online investment scam. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273122-four-people-arrested-in-wichit-allegedly-involved-in-online-investment-scam/

By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – Four suspects have been arrested in Wichit who were allegedly involved in an online investment scam. A press conference was held at the Region 8 Police Station base in Phuket today (September 27th) led by the Region 8 Police Commander Lieutenant General Amphon Buarabphon. Lieutenant General Amphon told the Phuket Express, “Eight arrest warrants have been issued and four suspects so far were arrested in the Wichit sub-district, Mueang Phuket district. The cost of damage is 1,258,630 Baht from online investment scams.” Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/09/27/four-people-arrested-in-wichit-allegedly-involved-in-online-investment-scam/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-09-28 - 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!

Former Canadian soldier & alleged hitman accused of killing B.C. gangster in Thailand could face death penalty if extradited: lawyer An ex-Canadian soldier and alleged hitman accused of killing a former B.C. gangster in Thailand could face the death penalty if he is extradited to face trial, his lawyer says by Jonny Wakefield Former Canadian soldier Matthew Dupre began an extradition hearing in Edmonton Court of King's Bench Sept. 27, 2022. He is wanted for trial by the Kingdom of Thailand, which claims the Alberta resident participated in the Feb. 4, 2022, homicide of former B.C. United Nations gangster Jimi Singh Sandhu. PHOTO BY COURT DOCUMENTS An ex-Canadian soldier and alleged hitman accused of killing a former B.C. gangster in Thailand could face the death penalty if he is extradited to face trial, his lawyer says. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273119-former-canadian-soldier-alleged-hitman-accused-of-killing-bc-gangster-in-thailand-could-face-death-penalty-if-extradited-lawyer/