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By Online Reporter People in Hua Hin are being reminded that the town’s markets are smoke free zones. On Monday (Aug 15), officials from the Prachuap Khiri Khan Department of Public Health and Hua Hin Municipality distributed signs around the entrances to the fresh market and Hua Hin night market reminding people of the smoking ban. The signs read “the market is a smoking-free zone” and “no smoking”. Officials said the move came after it was discovered people had been smoking in both the market and night market, which had an impact on traders and people visiting, as well as to the overall atmosphere at the markets. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/people-reminded-not-to-smoke-at-hua-hin-markets/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-08-17 - 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!

Thailand ready to host APEC Health Week meetings from August 22 - 26 by Namo Vananupong Thailand is making preparations for hosting APEC Health Week meetings between the 22nd and 26th of this month. Health ministers from 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies will be attending the meetings. Emphasis will be placed on fostering a balance between public health and the economy, as well as on investing in health security. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269055-thailand-ready-to-host-apec-health-week-meetings-from-august-22-26/

by Namo Vananupong Thailand is making preparations for hosting APEC Health Week meetings between the 22nd and 26th of this month. Health ministers from 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies will be attending the meetings. Emphasis will be placed on fostering a balance between public health and the economy, as well as on investing in health security. Public health minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed Thailand is ready to host APEC Health Week. The event’s theme is “Open to partnership. Connect with the World. Balance Health and the Economy”. Health ministers from Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, Chinese Taipei, the United States, Vietnam, and certain other economies will physically join the event. Health ministers from China, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Russia will participate remotely. The ASEAN secretary-general and the deputy head of the Asian Development Bank will also attend. Mr. Anutin said the meeting will allow for brainstorming and exchanges of experience, as well as for coordination of working directions in public health and medicine. A multilateral discussion between representatives of 3 economic blocs will also take place. Academic conferences will be held on the topics of quality families and cervical cancer. As part of APEC Health Week, health ministers will engage the private sector on the topic of fostering a balance between health and economic progress. Mr. Anutin noted this engagement has special relevance due to the need for rapid economic recovery after the pandemic years. Mr. Anutin added a roundtable meeting on the issue of health-related investments will take place. It will serve to encourage all APEC member economies to increase health-related investments to improve outbreak handling capacities. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220816233009842 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-17 - 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!

APEC Tourism 2022 delegates experience 'Regenerative Tourism' TAT Newsroom Held on 15 August, under the theme of ‘Creative Placemaking: Regenerative Approach. Delegates attending the 11th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting and the 60th APEC Tourism Working Group Meeting in Bangkok from 14-20 August, 2022, had the chance to experience first-hand the event’s ‘Regenerative Tourism’ concept during the workshop on “Creative Placemaking: Regenerative Approach, Better Lives Through Better Places”. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269053-apec-tourism-2022-delegates-experience-regenerative-tourism/

TAT Newsroom Held on 15 August, under the theme of ‘Creative Placemaking: Regenerative Approach. Delegates attending the 11th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting and the 60th APEC Tourism Working Group Meeting in Bangkok from 14-20 August, 2022, had the chance to experience first-hand the event’s ‘Regenerative Tourism’ concept during the workshop on “Creative Placemaking: Regenerative Approach, Better Lives Through Better Places”. Held on Monday, 15 August, 2022, the workshop took place at “GalileOasis”, a 40-year-old Renaissance building situated in Bangkok’s Banthat Thong area amidst the chaotic urban surroundings. Designed to elevate the well-being of the local people and bring life back to the area, the project includes a gallery, theatre, and café, and serves as an ‘oasis’ that revitalises anyone passing by. The half-day workshop started with welcoming remarks by the creator of the GalileOasis. This was followed by a conversation with the place maker, Noppamas Pattarakul, on the story and journey of the place making: regenerative approach moderated by Dr. Jutamas Wisansing. After a walk through the place, the delegates then participated in the reflection and discussion session on key learnings pressing through a canvas, as well as sharing and exhibiting the final thoughts that reflected Regenerative Tourism. The workshop was organised under the idea that tourism must be an agent of positive change, acting as a sustainable champion, and manifesting its contribution to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Source: https://www.tatnews.org/2022/08/apec-tourism-2022-delegates-experience-regenerative-tourism/ -- © Copyright TAT NEWS 2022-08-17 - 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!

Khao Soi touted as Thailand’s soft power by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai government is capitalizing on the popularity of Thailand’s Khao Soi dish, which has gained a top rank as the best soup on a culinary review website. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269052-khao-soi-touted-as-thailand’s-soft-power/

by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai government is capitalizing on the popularity of Thailand’s Khao Soi dish, which has gained a top rank as the best soup on a culinary review website. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society today arranged a presentation at the government house promoting Thailand Post’s services to support Thai-made goods, in which a local dish named Khao Soi was highlighted due to its popularity. At this event, Minister of Digital Economy and Society Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn led Thailand Post executives to meet with Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha. Khao Soi is a noodle soup dish typically associated with the northern region of Thailand. It has recently been listed number one on the 50 Best Soups list published by a recipe collection and food review website TasteAtlas. The Prime Minister said it was admirable for a Thai dish to be promoted, which helps strengthen the country’s soft power through cuisine. He said the government is willing to support Thai dishes on a global stage through various channels, as well as promote the country’s digital industry. Thailand Post has adopted digital technologies on its e-commerce platform ThailandPostMart to improve services and competitiveness. Customers can now conveniently place orders for food items and get them delivered right to their doorsteps with this online service. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220816231929838 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-17 - 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!

Prayut Could Stay Put For Months Pending Court Ruling On 8-Year Tenure By Thai Newsroom Reporters PRIME MINISTER PRAYUT Chan-o-cha might probably stay on as head of government for several months after next week pending a ruling by the Constitutional Court over his contentious eight-year tenure, said a veteran lawmaker yesterday (August 16). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269051-prayut-could-stay-put-for-months-pending-court-ruling-on-8-year-tenure/

By Thai Newsroom Reporters PRIME MINISTER PRAYUT Chan-o-cha might probably stay on as head of government for several months after next week pending a ruling by the Constitutional Court over his contentious eight-year tenure, said a veteran lawmaker yesterday (August 16). Deputy Sarng Anakhot Thai party leader Nipit Intharasombat posted on his Facebook page saying Prayut could possibly be allowed by the Constitutional Court to continue to perform as prime minister though his eight-year tenure maximumly provided by law is allegedly ending on the upcoming August 24 as concluded by academics, opposition legislators and critics of the unelected premier. That date in August of 2014 marked the event in which Prayut became head of a military-installed government following a coup which he himself orchestrated as army chief three months earlier that year. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/08/16/prayut-could-stay-put-for-months-pending-court-ruling-on-8-year-tenure/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-08-17 - 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!

Poll shows more lax social distancing among general public by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai people have become less cautious about COVID-19, according to a survey, while the numbers of daily Covid hospitalizations and deaths have started to show a decline. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269050-poll-shows-more-lax-social-distancing-among-general-public/

by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai people have become less cautious about COVID-19, according to a survey, while the numbers of daily Covid hospitalizations and deaths have started to show a decline. Conducted nationally by the Department of Health Service Support, the survey shows a 4.27% higher engagement in at-risk activities, and an 11.06% decline in mask-wearing awareness; all contributing to a higher risk for COVID-19 spread. These results came from comparing the data from the first round of survey conducted on 5-31 March with 113,847 respondents, and the latest round on 1-20 July with 28,487 respondents. According to the department, this survey indicates more physical contact due to the relaxed social distancing and masking measures. The Ministry of Public Health still encourages the general public to keep observing the Universal Protection protocol in a stringent manner. Around 77.1% of Thailand’s population has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with two primary doses, while around 45.2% have already received at least one booster dose. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220817003103866 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-17 - 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!

BMA may scrap project to move all overhead cables underground The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) may scrap the project to move all the overhead electric and telecommunication cables underground, as most telecom service providers have shied away from the project due to its high investment costs, estimated at about 19 billion baht. Full storyhttps://aseannow.com/topic/1269049-bma-may-scrap-project-to-move-all-overhead-cables-underground/

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) may scrap the project to move all the overhead electric and telecommunication cables underground, as most telecom service providers have shied away from the project due to its high investment costs, estimated at about 19 billion baht. Deputy Bangkok Governor Wisanu Subsompon said that, at this stage, the city administration has instructed its investment arm, Krungthep Thanakom which is the project owner, to slow down the work, as telecom service providers have shown little interest. He said that, if the project is to proceed to completion, the city administration expects the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), the telecom regulator, to share the costs as well. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bma-may-scrap-project-to-move-all-overhead-cables-underground/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-17 - 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!

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Cabbie praised for giving poor family a free ride to Udon Thani Photo from Facebook: Anurak Nakgamthong Netizens have heaped praise on a kind-hearted taxi-driver who offered a free ride from Bangkok to the north-eastern province of Udon Thani to a family of three, after they were evicted from a rented room in the middle of the night by the landlord, because of the non-stop crying of their 4-month-old baby girl. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269002-cabbie-praised-for-giving-poor-family-a-free-ride-to-udon-thani/

Somyot, alleged actual ‘Mountain B’ owner, turns himself in to Plutaluang Police Station PHOTO: Manager Online The alleged real owner of the ‘Mountain B’ entertainment venue, Somyot Panprasong, has turned himself in to the Plutaluang Police Station this afternoon, August 16th, following an arrest warrant issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court on Monday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269015-somyot-alleged-actual-‘mountain-b’-owner-turns-himself-in-to-plutaluang-police-station/

Phuket cop sentenced to 25 years in prison after shooting noodle vendor in Patong in 2021 A Phuket police officer has been sentenced to 25 years in jail after shooting a noodle vendor in Patong in February last year, 2021. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269014-phuket-cop-sentenced-to-25-years-in-prison-after-shooting-noodle-vendor-in-patong-in-2021/

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Cabbie praised for giving poor family a free ride to Udon Thani Photo from Facebook: Anurak Nakgamthong Netizens have heaped praise on a kind-hearted taxi-driver who offered a free ride from Bangkok to the north-eastern province of Udon Thani to a family of three, after they were evicted from a rented room in the middle of the night by the landlord, because of the non-stop crying of their 4-month-old baby girl. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269002-cabbie-praised-for-giving-poor-family-a-free-ride-to-udon-thani/

Photo from Facebook: Anurak Nakgamthong Netizens have heaped praise on a kind-hearted taxi-driver who offered a free ride from Bangkok to the north-eastern province of Udon Thani to a family of three, after they were evicted from a rented room in the middle of the night by the landlord, because of the non-stop crying of their 4-month-old baby girl. According to the cabbie, Anurak Nakgamthong, who posted the story, the family, including 50-year-old Daoruang Apainipat, his wife and their four-month-old daughter, were evicted from their rented room in the Laksi railway station area on the night of August 10th. Daoruang admitted that his baby cried a lot, because she had a fever after being vaccinated, and her cries annoyed the landlord, who told them to leave immediately. With no other choice, they took shelter at a nearby market for the night. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabbie-praised-for-giving-poor-family-a-free-ride-to-udon-thani/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-16 - 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: Dutchman seen spearfishing at Phi Phi islands in custody for illegal hunting Photo from อุทยานแห่งชาติหาดนพรัตน์ธารา-หมู่เกาะพีพี A Dutch tourist, who was recently seen on TikTok with some parrot fish, which he allegedly caught in Thailand’s southern marine park on Phi Phi islands, has been held in custody by police and officials of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation on five charges, including illegal fishing in a national park. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1268991-foreigner-held-for-catching-parrotfish-in-national-park-area/?do=findComment&comment=17546319

Dutchman seen spearfishing at Phi Phi islands in custody for illegal hunting Photo from อุทยานแห่งชาติหาดนพรัตน์ธารา-หมู่เกาะพีพี A Dutch tourist, who was recently seen on TikTok with some parrot fish, which he allegedly caught in Thailand’s southern marine park on Phi Phi islands, has been held in custody by police and officials of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation on five charges, including illegal fishing in a national park. Park officials said that the tourist, Roslan B., who recently admitted to being a professional spearfisherman, may face imprisonment of up to five years and/or a maximum fine of 500,000 baht if convicted. The owner of the boat, who rented it to the tourist, and the skipper are facing similar charges. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/dutchman-seen-spearfishing-at-phi-phi-islands-in-custody-for-illegal-hunting/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-16 - 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!

Profits from fried insects after floodwaters recede in Nan province Picture: Naew Na Naew Na reported that locals in Nan province in the north of Thailand were busy collecting insects called "Jing Krong" in Thai after flood waters in the area receded. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269000-profits-from-fried-insects-after-floodwaters-recede-in-nan-province/

Picture: Naew Na Naew Na reported that locals in Nan province in the north of Thailand were busy collecting insects called "Jing Krong" in Thai after flood waters in the area receded. After flooding in the area related to tropical storm Mulan things are getting back to normal. Locals were out digging for the insects that they would eat - if they found more they would be able to sell them to make money. Picture: Naew Na It was easy to get 3 baht each and make 200-300 baht a day. Traders were selling 25-27 of the creatures fried at 100 baht a plate. They could only be found once a year according to the media and were creatures collected by local people for consumption and sale. ASEAN NOW understands that the insects may be known as "kisorn" in the north east. Jing Krong is a standard Thai name. Our informant said that they were "aroi mark" - absolutely delicious. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-08-16 - 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