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to continue: Thailand Live Tuesday 20 September 2022 https://aseannow.com/topic/1272337-thailand-live-tuesday-20-september-2022/

Thailand decreases Monkeypox surveillance level after average of only two infections a month were found Thailand has lowered its level of Monkeypox surveillance after the average patient rate has decreased to two patients per month. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272324-thailand-decreases-monkeypox-surveillance-level-after-average-of-only-two-infections-a-month-were-found/

Medical staffs sign their names to demand to immediately shut down liberalization of marijuana use A total of 1,363 medical doctors and staff on Monday, September 19th, have signed their names to demand the Ministry of Health to immediately shut down the liberalization of marijuana use in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272317-medical-staffs-sign-their-names-to-demand-to-immediately-shut-down-liberalization-of-marijuana-use/

PHOTO: Khaosod Two Kuwaiti men arrested in Bangkok’s Soi Nana for reportedly attacking Thai woman Two Kuwaiti men were arrested at Soi Nana of Bangkok on Saturday, September 17th, after reportedly attacking a Thai woman and stabbing a citizen who attempted to stop the fight. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272302-two-kuwaiti-men-arrested-in-bangkok’s-soi-nana-for-reportedly-attacking-thai-woman/

Back-up called as python kills goat and tries to flee the scene! Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath reported that a man called Pareuhat Pinthong, 45, called rescue services after a large python tried to swallow a one year old white goat at a house in Muang district of Saraburi, central Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272271-back-up-called-as-python-kills-goat-and-tries-to-flee-the-scene/

Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath reported that a man called Pareuhat Pinthong, 45, called rescue services after a large python tried to swallow a one year old white goat at a house in Muang district of Saraburi, central Thailand. Pareuhat had attacked the python with a knife causing two gaping wounds in an effort to save the goat. It failed but the python gave up swallowing the goat and slithered off. A rescue man arrived and grabbed its tail but proved not strong enough to get the python into custody. He called back-up from another rescuer and the pair managed to get the python and return it to nature. Ploy, 19, said that the python - 4 meters long - was also probably responsible for eating 6-7 of her cats. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Drowning cases in Thailand: Most are children under 15 File photo INN reported on data from the Department of Disease Control of Thailand about drowning related incidents. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272269-drowning-cases-in-thailand-most-are-children-under-15/

File photo INN reported on data from the Department of Disease Control of Thailand about drowning related incidents. From January 1st to September 14th they had dealt with 184 incidents in which 174 people had died. Most were children under 15. ASEAN NOW notes that this is just a fraction of drowning related deaths in Thailand. WHO data in 2020 said there were 3,956 deaths ranking Thailand as #22 in the world. Image: INN Deaths among children under 15 from drowning and from motorcycle accident are close. The department said that in order of the number of cases of drowning klongs (canals) were at the top followed by rivers, agricultural ponds, the sea and swimming pools. The reasons were inability to swim, no idea how to save lives of those in trouble, parents not having been informed of swimming activities, no parents supervising children, no signage and no barriers. The department warned that with flooding predicted things would likely get worse in the coming weeks. They came up with a cute graphic to try and prevent deaths with advice to "shout (for help) - throw (something like a floatable plastic can) - hold out (a stick or a sarong)". -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Thailand to Ban Plastic Scrap Imports by 2025 by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has affirmed its plan to prohibit plastic scrap imports by 2025, with the ban to be implemented in stages over the next three years. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272267-thailand-to-ban-plastic-scrap-imports-by-2025/

by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has affirmed its plan to prohibit plastic scrap imports by 2025, with the ban to be implemented in stages over the next three years. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa made the announcement while chairing a meeting of a subcommittee on plastic and electronic waste management. The meeting was held to discuss the production capacity of plastic scrap-related factories and banning the import of plastic scrap for raw materials in the industrial sector. Varawut said the ban, which had been considered since 2020, seeks to rid Thailand of plastic waste in a major step towards ensuring public safety and protecting the environment. He added that the panel agreed that 14 plants located in free trade zones would be authorized to import plastic scrap until 2024. This would be carried out and limited in two phases, with the first phase commencing in 2023 to limit the amount of imported scrap based on actual production capacities. The second phase will begin the year after when just 50% of imports will be permitted, followed by a comprehensive prohibition at all plants in 2025. According to the minister, Thailand produces 24.98 million tons of residential garbage annually, of which only 32% is treated efficiently. Varawut also said the government will continue to promote a campaign to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags at department and convenience stores, citing the program’s ability to reduce plastic bag usage by 43% or 150,000 tons over the last two years. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220919110333870 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-17 - 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: Tourists Urged to Report Unwilling Taxi Drivers by Paphamon Arayasukawat BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourist Police Bureau has advised passengers rejected by taxi drivers to take photos of their license numbers and report them through the bureau’s 1155 hotline. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272237-tourist-police-chief-acts-to-help-thai-tourism-tells-cabbies-to-get-professional-and-stop-refusing-fares/?do=findComment&comment=17614318

Tourists Urged to Report Unwilling Taxi Drivers by Paphamon Arayasukawat BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourist Police Bureau has advised passengers rejected by taxi drivers to take photos of their license numbers and report them through the bureau’s 1155 hotline. Bureau Spokesperson Apichat Suriboony said drivers who refuse passengers are damaging the nation’s tourism industry and reputation. He added that tourist police will work with officials from the Department of Land Transport to punish such drivers for the lack of professionalism. Under the Land Traffic Act, taxi drivers who reject passengers face a fine of up to 1,000 baht and the possible revocation of their driver’s license. Uncooperative taxi drivers can also be reported to the Land Transport Department’s Public Passenger Protection Center by dialing 1584, or with the Traffic Police via the 1197 hotline. Source: https://www.innnews.co.th/news/criminal/news_412319/ -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-17 - 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!

Derelict department store in Banglamphu set for new "tourism" lease on life Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath reported that Bangkokians could now be happy that they have a new tourist attraction. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272266-derelict-department-store-in-banglamphu-set-for-new-tourism-lease-on-life/

Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath reported that Bangkokians could now be happy that they have a new tourist attraction. The Phra Nakhon district announced developments to the derelict site of "New World" department store in Banglamphu that has been given to the BMA. The plan is to turn it into a tourist attraction and exhibition center. Civil engineers have decided the building is sound and cleaners have been working to get it presentable. Potted plants have been put in to make it more attractive ahead of plans to turn it into a place of exhibitions and trade. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Super Poll: Flooding survey reveals nearly half of all Thais satisfied with Prawit's performance Sanook Thai Caption: Satisfied with govt leader's handling of flooding As part of a survey about the recent floods Super Poll asked Thais if they were satisfied with the performance of Prawit Wongsuwan, the acting PM. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272264-super-poll-flooding-survey-reveals-nearly-half-of-all-thais-satisfied-with-prawits-performance/

Sanook Thai Caption: Satisfied with govt leader's handling of flooding As part of a survey about the recent floods Super Poll asked Thais if they were satisfied with the performance of Prawit Wongsuwan, the acting PM. 45.9 % said they were. 18.7% were non-committal. 35.4% said they were not satisfied 1,105 people were asked their opinions between September 15th to 17th. They also gave their opinions about which pictures in the press had the most effect on them. 95.3% decided it was royal help that had the most impression as well as images of the police, military and rescue services helping victims of the floods, reported Sanook. Danger to the public was of most concern. ASEAN NOW notes that Super Poll findings are invariably positive for the government and institutions in Thailand. They always seem to find the "right" people to ask. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Mrs. National Universe 2022 Crowned in Bangkok After a two year Covid hiatus, the second edition of Mrs. National Universe took place in Bangkok from September 11th to the 14th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272262-mrs-national-universe-2022-crowned-in-bangkok/

After a two year Covid hiatus, the second edition of Mrs. National Universe took place in Bangkok from September 11th to the 14th. The women came from around the world, representing The United States, Japan, Belarus, Philippines, Laos, Kenya, Czech Republic, India, Thailand, Russia, Puerto Rico, & Sweden. The candidates were judged over the 4-day period on their social skills, confidence, personality, communication skills, on and off stage presentation, on and off camera presentation, runway skills, English speaking ability and more. The ladies landed in Thailand on the 11th of September and checked into the Amari Watergate Bangkok hotel, the official host hotel for the pageant. Their first event was a sashing ceremony where Khun Sukamal Mondal, the General Manager of the Amari Watergate Bangkok individually welcomed each contestant and presented them with their official country sash. This was followed by a welcome dinner for the contestants, media, hotel management & organizing staff. Over the four-day period the women participated in a cooking competition overseen by Chef Marco, the head chef of the Amari’s Italian Restaurant Prego. The ladies also took part in a contemporary Thai flower making contest, overseen by Thailand’s top florist Sakul Inthakul. On the 13th, the ladies, along with national and international media boarded a coach for a day trip to Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya was the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom. A capacity crowd was on hand as the Grand Final night took place in the ballroom of the Amari Watergate. The evening started with Mister National Universe 2022 Mr. Viet Hoang from Vietnam entertaining the crowd with a high energy dance number. Thai socialite, businesswoman and philanthropist, Khun Sumanee Guna Kasem, the honorary chairwoman for the pageant, then gave the opening address. The grand final evening saw the women being judged on their answers to several questions along with an evening gown round. After the first round of questions and the evening gown competition, the judges took their scores, along with the scores from the previous days and announced the top 5 contestants. They were Czech Republic, Philippines, Kenya, India & Sweden. The 5 remaining ladies were then asked to each pick an envelope which contained a challenging question regarding social issues currently effecting the planet. Before the winners were announced, the previous Mrs. National Universe, Mrs. Maria Delgado from Puerto Rico, gave her farewell walk and shared her thoughts on her reign. And then, when all the votes were tabulated, the winners were announced. Mrs. Marie Abigael Villanuava Abalos-Bayuga from the Philippines was named 2nd runner up and given the title Mrs. National Globe 2022. Monicah W Breschini from Kenya was named 1st runner up winning the title Mrs. National World 2022. And then it was time for the biggest award of the evening. With much anticipation and fanfare, the title was awarded to Mrs. Lenka Marie Vomocil, from the Czech Republic who will reign as Mrs. National Universe for 2022. Other winners of the night included Anastasia Maslova from Belarus who was named Mrs. National Universe Photogenic 2022. Mrs. National Universe Popular Vote went to Sarah Racha from Laos. Mrs. National Universe Africa 2022 went to Monicah W Breschini from Kenya. Kamaly Vega from the USA won Mrs. National Universe Americas 2022. Mrs. National Universe Europe 2022 went to Kathrin Fagersson from Sweden & Mrs. National Universe Asia 2022 went to Sutta Kiddee from Thailand. Entertaining the crowd throughout the evening was the all-girl group Twenty-Two Soang Soang Band. The Mrs. National Universe pageant is owned and produced by Ms. Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong, a Thai entrepreneur, media personality and the editor and creative director of HOT Magazine, a Thailand based luxury lifestyle magazine. According to Tanya, “The Mrs. National Universe Pageant is a way to showcase phenomenal women who believe that being married or having children should not and does not stop them from going after their dreams.” The pageant is open to women aged 30 to 55. 2022-09-19

Chuwit on form again: Says tongue in cheek that no country is as good as Thailand at fighting corruption Picture: Siam Rath Former politician and soapy massage boss Chuwit Kamolwisit was at his firebrand best in a Facebook post at the weekend. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272260-chuwit-on-form-again-says-tongue-in-cheek-that-no-country-is-as-good-as-thailand-at-fighting-corruption/

Picture: Siam Rath Former politician and soapy massage boss Chuwit Kamolwisit was at his firebrand best in a Facebook post at the weekend. He was commenting on a Supreme Court decision due tomorrow in relation to the building of 396 police stations. He explained the history of those involved in the case including former DPM Chalerm Yubamrung and Suthep Thaugsuban who gave his permission to the building, reported Siam Rath. Chuwit said it was as clear a case or corruption as could be. Speaking facetiously, he said that no one is as good at fighting corruption as the Thais. Such a clear cut case and "it's only taken ten years" to come to a decision, he said ironically. Famously former PM Prayuth Chan-ocha promised to end corruption in 20 years, notes ASEAN NOW. Chuwit referred to corruption as an "Epic Forgotten World". Some bent leaders were living "the life of Riley" abroad on their ill-gotten gains. Others just hoped it would all blow over and bided their time until it did. Corruption in this case was like snatch theft in the market with the thief wearing a red shirt and with bells round his neck. It was that obvious. It was over the building of 2-4 story police stations. It should have been a simple matter to get the stations built. Instead corruption took over. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Tim Newton Today - Sep 19: Explosive Covid report from Lancet, another Shinawatra into Thai politics Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272258-tim-newton-today-sep-19-explosive-covid-report-from-lancet-another-shinawatra-into-thai-politics/

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Amulet thief decides to jump - then claims memory loss Picture: Siam Rath Taling Chan police were called to an area of the new southern bus terminal where there was an amulet show taking place on the third floor. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272257-amulet-thief-decides-to-jump-then-claims-memory-loss/

Picture: Siam Rath Taling Chan police were called to an area of the new southern bus terminal where there was an amulet show taking place on the third floor. They found a man called Alongkot, 34, on the first floor in agony surrounded by blood. He was in possession of two amulets. Natthapong, 22, said he is an amulet trader and was attending the show. He had just laid out his stall and there was keen interest in his wares including from the suspect who was milling about. He suddenly grabbed two amulets and ran off. Pursued by traders he then jumped from the third floor to the first in order to try and get away, reported Siam Rath. After being given first aid at the scene Alongkot said: "I can't remember anything. "What did I do? "Where am I?" He was taken away by the police and charged with snatch theft. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-09-19 - 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

Residents furious with noise from clubs - they can't sleep with pub open till dawn Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath said that problems still persist with nightclubs and places of prostitution opening all hours annoying local residents. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1272256-residents-furious-with-noise-from-clubs-they-cant-sleep-with-pub-open-till-dawn/