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Pretties in Fishbowls! Internet clamors to see a new way to brighten up your aquarium Daily News Thai Caption: A new way to sell fish A post on Facebook harped back to an era when pretty girls the length and breadth of Thailand used to appear in so called "fishbowls". Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266549-pretties-in-fishbowls-internet-clamors-to-see-a-new-way-to-brighten-up-your-aquarium/

Daily News Thai Caption: A new way to sell fish A post on Facebook harped back to an era when pretty girls the length and breadth of Thailand used to appear in so called "fishbowls" - places where customers would usually chose women for "special" activity. They still exist in many places especially massage parlors. Picture: Daily News Now a seller of tropical fish at the Chatuchak market has taken it a step further and hit on a great gimmick to advertise his shop. He has filmed pretties - promotional ladies in Thailand - among the Arowana in his fish tanks. Three million viewed the spectacle in eight hours on the page of Ratchatapan Chiaochan who runs "Big Fish Shop". Daily News expressed surprise that more foreigners than Thais were tagging friends. Maybe they are still missing Thailand.....and its stunning ladies. It's less likely they know their guppies from their groins. The Thai media also noted that true fish enthusiasts were a bit concerned for the aquatic personnel and some were concerned for the ladies. But mostly the internet was full of men gawking to the left of the tanks. ASEAN NOW notes that the soft music in the 26 second clip had not yet inspired either Angel Fish to "shuffle". -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-07-21 - 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

A CH-47 Chinook helicopter carries a Taiwan flag during national day celebrations in Taipei on October 10, 2021. (Photo by Sam Yeh / AFP) China appears determined on using force in Taiwan, with Russia’s experience in Ukraine affecting Beijing’s calculations on when and how — not whether — to invade, the head of the CIA said Wednesday. Appearing at the Aspen Security Forum, Central Intelligence Agency Director Bill Burns said that China likely saw in Ukraine that “you don’t achieve quick, decisive victories with underwhelming force.” He played down speculation that Chinese President Xi Jinping could move on Taiwan after a key Communist Party meeting later this year but said the risks “become higher, it seems to us, the further into this decade that you get.” Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/ukraine-making-china-rethink-when-not-whether-to-invade-taiwan-cia-chief/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-07-21 - 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!

British Airways extends suspension of flights between Bangkok and London Heathrow By Online Reporter Komenton / Shutterstock.com British Airways is set to continue the suspension of its direct flights between Bangkok and London Heathrow. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266543-british-airways-extends-suspension-of-flights-between-bangkok-and-london-heathrow/

Komenton / Shutterstock.com By Online Reporter British Airways is set to continue the suspension of its direct flights between Bangkok and London Heathrow. The airline first suspended the flights in Dec 2021, citing a decline in demand during the pandemic. The flights had been due to resume in November 2022 ahead of what would typically be the high season for tourism in Thailand. However, the airline has now confirmed that it will extend the suspension of its service to Bangkok. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/thailand-news/british-airways-extends-suspension-of-flights-between-bangkok-and-london-heathrow/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-07-21 - 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!

Bangkok Deluged! Massive disruption as 143 mm rainfall hits Thai capital Picture: Thai Rath Bangkok was inundated by a massive rainstorm yesterday evening that paralysed roads. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266542-bangkok-deluged-massive-disruption-as-143-mm-rainfall-hits-thai-capital/

Picture: Thai Rath Bangkok was inundated by a massive rainstorm yesterday evening that paralysed roads. Some had already got home but the stragglers were caught up in the misery as the heavens opened amid high winds around 7 pm. Thai Rath were still reporting on the after effects at 1 am saying that at that time water levels in main thoroughfares like Pahonyothin, Kaset Nawamin, Siwara Town in Town and Ramkhamhaeng were still high enough to cause difficulty. They reported foot deep water along Phetchaburi Road with some motorists in smaller vehicles turning back from outbound journeys to the higher ground of Pratunam and seeming alternative routes from there. Siam Rath reported just after 11 pm that 18 roads were having problems. They said that 143 milimeters of rain had fallen in the Saphan Sung area, 139 in Minburi and 130 in Wattana (that's the central Sukhumvit tourist area of Bangkok). The three areas with the highest hourly precipitation were: Phrakhanong 94 mm/hr Saphan Sung 92 and Thawee Wattana 88 -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-07-21 - 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 Picture: Thai Rath Picture: Thai Rath Picture: Thai Rath Picture: Thai Rath

Central bank in dilemma as it tries to avoid impact from ‘perfect storm’ while keeping inflation at bay By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich As the opposition grills the government of 2014 coup leader Prayut Chan-ocha for its mismanagement of the Thai economy and how the has managed to rack up debts. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266531-central-bank-in-dilemma-as-it-tries-to-avoid-impact-from-‘perfect-storm’-while-keeping-inflation-at-bay/

By Thanaphum Charoensombatpanich As the opposition grills the government of 2014 coup leader Prayut Chan-ocha for its mismanagement of the Thai economy and how the has managed to rack up debts in the past 8-years that equates to the nearly the previous 80-years of democratic rule in the country, the economy could be on for rougher ride as the Bank of Thailand (BoT) is set to raise rates in less than 2-weeks’ time. The government of Prime Minister Prayut is facing what could be yet another tough year ahead for him as the domestic economy is starting to signs of strains. To make matters worse, the warning issued by the Thai Banker’s Association yesterday, is a stark contrast to what the Prayut government has been saying, which is that the Thai economy is strong and the rise in tourism numbers coupled with stronger exports may help the economic growth. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/41973/central-bank-in-dilemma-as-it-tries-to-avoid-impact-from-perfect-storm-while-keeping-inflation-at-bay/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-07-21 - 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!

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday July 21 2022 Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266529-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-july-21-2022/

Listen to the news: Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wong-suwan defended himself during yesterday's censure debate that he had no knowledge about the May 2014 coup and pointed out Prime minister Prayut as the man who staged the coup. MPs on both sides of the house responded with laughter and applause. Thailand's minister for digital economy has admitted surveillance software has been used by the government to track local individuals in cases involving drugs or national security, Human rights groups have accused the Thai government of using broad definitions of national security as a pretext to prosecute or suppress activities of their rivals. Another Bangkok school has suspended classes after more than 900 pupils tested positive for Covid 19, students will resume online learning. And two new field hospitals have been opened in the capital to provide around 500 additional beds. Three of the four people pulled out of a soak pit at a condominium in Bangkok yesterday have died, all were overcome by fumes or suffocated and had fainted. Just one person survived and is in hospital. An explosion and fire on board a passenger boat seriously injured 3 passengers while several suffered burns, others jumped overboard yesterday, There were 20 people on board the boat about 3 kilometers off the coast of Chumphon. An investigation is underway to find the cause of the blast. THAI cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex paused withdrawals of Thai baht and cryptocurrencies last night until further notice, citing market volatility and problems faced by some business partners. The pause in trading follows the failed acquisition of the Thai exchange by Coinbase earlier this year.. The department of health has warned the public to be wary of dengue fever following a rise in the number of infections in recent weeks. Region: Asean’s special envoy for the crisis in Myanmar is planning a third official trip during the second week of September, just ahead of the next United Nations General Assembly meeting. He says if he meets Aung San Suu Kyi, he would try to use her influence to end the violence there. A considerable amount of cloud and rain continues to sweep in from the west. Chiang Mai: Cloudy thunderstorms 29C Bangkok: Cloudy thunderstorms 29C Pattaya and SE: Cloudy thunderstorms 29C Phuket and the South: Bright partly cloudy DRY 29C Hua Hin: Cloudy for most of the day with with heavy rain 29C Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com. Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 -- © Copyright SURF 102.5 FM 2022-07-21 - 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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World Sports News - Thursday 21 July by Chili Radio Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266522-world-sports-news-thursday-21-july-by-chili-radio/

Listen to the news: Golf - Henrik Stenson has been removed as Europe's Ryder Cup captain with immediate effect. The 46-year-old Swede is understood to be on the verge of signing up for the new controversial Saudi-backed breakaway LIV Golf Series. And, after discussions with Ryder Cup Europe officials, the decision was made to replace him as captain. Denmark's Thomas Bjorn and England's Luke Donald are among the favourites to replace Stenson for next year's Ryder Cup at Italy's Marco Simone Golf Club. Football - England are through to the semi-finals of the European Women's Championship 2022 after coming from behind in dramatic fashion to beat pre-tournament favourites Spain 2-1 in extra time. They will play either Sweden or Belgium. Transfer News -English Premier League side Crystal Palace have agreed a fee of €10m plus €3 in add-ons for Bayern Munich defender Chris Richards. The 22-year-old American international spent last season on loan at Bundesliga side Hoffenheim. Calvin Bassey has completed his move to Ajax from Glasgow Rangers club record fee of £19.6m. The Nigeria defender, 22, has signed a five-year deal with the Dutch champions, while add-ons could boost the sale by another £3m. Download the Chili Radio app : https://chiliradio.app for Chili Pop and Chili Classics. -- © Copyright Chili RADIO 2022-07-21 Chili Radio: https://chiliradiothailand.com Listen Live: https://chiliradio.asia - 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!

By Ben Tobias BBC News Russia's military focus in Ukraine is no longer "only" the east of the country, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said. In an interview with Russian state media, he implied Moscow's strategy had changed after the West supplied Ukraine with longer-range weapons. Russia would now have to push Ukrainian forces further from the front line to ensure its own security, he explained. Full story: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-62231936 -- © Copyright BBC 2022-07-21 - 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!

Bed capacity in Pattaya for Covid patients is no issue, hospitalized and serious patients remain very low, Pattaya deputy mayor says By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — The bed capacity in Pattaya for Covid-19 emergency patients is at an unconcerning level while 90% of the new patients for Covid-19 in Pattaya have only mild or asymptomatic reactions, a Pattaya deputy mayor said in response to some prominent doctors and organizations concerned of the “threat” of a new Covid-19 surge. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266520-bed-capacity-in-pattaya-for-covid-patients-is-no-issue-hospitalized-and-serious-patients-remain-very-low-pattaya-deputy-mayor-says/

By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — The bed capacity in Pattaya for Covid-19 emergency patients is at an unconcerning level while 90% of the new patients for Covid-19 in Pattaya have only mild or asymptomatic reactions, a Pattaya deputy mayor said in response to some prominent doctors and organizations concerned of the “threat” of a new Covid-19 surge. Pattaya deputy mayor Manoch Nongyai revealed today, July 20th, 2022, regarding the current Covid-19 situation in Pattaya that new Covid-19 cases continued to rise every day, but Pattaya City was not worried and always kept a close eye on the 608 group (elderly people over 60-years-old, people with chronic diseases, pregnant women, and those with a weight of over 90 kg) as they were at highest risk of having severe symptoms. Regarding emergency patients, Manoch said that the bed capacity of Pattaya and Banglamung hospitals was still at an unconcerning level to receive emergency patients even if a new wave of Covid-19 really hit. As for the patients with mild symptoms, they could opt to take medicine and recover at home if they pleased, according to Manoch. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/07/20/bed-capacity-in-pattaya-for-covid-patients-is-no-issue-hospitalized-and-serious-patients-remain-very-low-pattaya-deputy-mayor-says/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-07-21 - 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!

Dengue Fever on the rise in SE Asia by Michael Bridge file photo for reference only The Thailand Bureau of Epidemiology reports 9,473 total dengue cases (7,390 dengue fever, 2006 dengue hemorrhagic fever and 77 dengue shock syndrome) from all 77 provinces through to July 11, 2022. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266519-dengue-fever-on-the-rise-in-se-asia/

file photo for reference only by Michael Bridge The Thailand Bureau of Epidemiology reports 9,473 total dengue cases (7,390 dengue fever, 2006 dengue hemorrhagic fever and 77 dengue shock syndrome) from all 77 provinces through to July 11, 2022. In addition, eight deaths have been reported. The five provinces with the highest morbidity rates per 100,000 population is Mae Hong Son, Tak, Nan, Chiang Mai and Ranong. Dengue fever outbreaks usually occur about once every two years, so Thailand is due to be hit by a wave of the virus this year. “We have not suffered a full-scale outbreak of dengue fever for two years, which means Thais are now at their lowest immunity against the disease,” explained DDC director-general Dr Opas Kankawinpong. Dengue cases decreased in Thailand in 2020 and 2021. Particularly in 2021, few dengue cases were reported. Regarding mosquito-borne diseases, malaria cases have reportedly increased, especially in African countries. However, dengue cases may decrease or increase during a COVID-19 pandemic. “The initial symptoms of dengue fever are similar to those of Covid-19,” said Opas. “Now that Covid-19 is spreading in all regions of Thailand, it may be hard for patients and health professionals to differentiate between the two diseases.” “If you have high fever, runny nose, sore throat, or muscle aches, please see a doctor to get a blood test for dengue fever. Many people with these symptoms think that they have Covid-19 and therefore only get the coronavirus test,” he said. A patient can have both Covid-19 and dengue fever at the same time, and both diseases can be found in all age groups, he added. Opas said most Covid-19 patients will eventually develop respiratory symptoms, while dengue patients will often lose their appetite and feel nauseous as the disease progresses. The DDC advised people to use mosquito nets and rid their properties of any rainwater trapped in puddles or containers to reduce the chance of being bitten by dengue-infected mosquitos. Dengue Day Back in June 2022, Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, presided over the opening of ASEAN Dengue Day 2022 with the theme of "ASEAN's Resilience Against Dengue Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic: Harness Innovation to Stop Dengue." Mr. Anutin said, "ASEAN Dengue Day has been observed annually every 15th of June as a key public health concern in Thailand and ASEAN because it is an endemic disease throughout the region. Solving the problems of dengue fever requires cooperation from all sectors, especially people and communities, to help destroy the breeding grounds of mosquito larvae together with collection and prevention efforts." SE Asia also sees rise in cases Vietnamese officials report ongoing elevated dengue fever activity during 2022, with 77,000 cases identified Jan. 1-June 24. This case count is significantly higher than the activity reported during the same period of 2021, when roughly 35,000 cases were reported. Most cases were reported in central and southern provinces, with Ho Chi Minh City most affected (16,057 cases). This report represents the most complete information available as of June 29. Dengue fever is a nationwide and year-round threat in Vietnam, but the threat of infection is typically highest during and immediately following the rainy season, which occurs May-October in the north, June-November in the south, and September-December in central coastal areas. It is believed that climate is a crucial factor for dengue transmission method. A mathematical model for vector–host infectious disease was used to calculate the impacts of climate to the transmission of dengue virus. Dengue infection in Vietnam is unstable but peaks from June to October annually. Dengue morbidity per 100 000 population increased from 120 in 2009 (105 370 cases) to 194 in 2017(184 000 cases). 144% Jump in Dengue Fever cases in Philippine province The province of Negros Oriental in the Philippines logged one new death due to dengue as cases continue to soar with the trend now being seen as "alarming", a key official of the Provincial Health Office (PHO) said on Monday. Records at the PHO showed that from January 1 to July 16, the province tallied 910 dengue cases, which is 144 percent higher compared to the 373 infections with zero deaths during the same period last year, she added. “If this trend will continue, we will be seeing a potential outbreak and right now, this is already alarming,” Estacion said. Health authorities there say 2022 is what they call an “epidemic year” given the three-year cycle in which dengue cases in the province spike based on previous trends and with the anopheles mosquito, the dengue virus carrier, being endemic to Negros Oriental. Symptoms A dengue fever vaccine is available in some countries. It is only recommended for individuals with a history of dengue infection and in a country with high dengue fever burden. Symptoms of dengue fever include a sudden onset of fever and at least one of the following: a severe headache, severe pain behind the eyes, muscle and/or joint pain, rash, easy bruising, and/or nose or gum bleeding. Symptoms typically appear 5-7 days after being bitten but can develop up to 10 days after exposure. Dengue fever can progress to a more severe form known as dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF). DHF can be fatal if it is not recognized and treated promptly. Advice If you have previously been infected with dengue fever, consult with your physician regarding vaccination. Avoid mosquito bites and remove standing water to reduce the number of biting mosquitoes. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop within two weeks of being in affected areas. Do not use aspirin or ibuprofen products if dengue fever is suspected, as these could exacerbate bleeding tendencies associated with the disease. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-07-21 - 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

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Passengers, crew rescued after boat catches fire off coast of Chumphon Twenty people on a passenger boat were rescued this afternoon after the vessel caught fire, possibly caused by an engine fault. The boat was in rough seas about 5 km from the coast of Muang district of Chumphon province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266516-passengers-crew-rescued-after-boat-catches-fire-off-coast-of-chumphon-into-fire-on-lomlakh-koh-tao-boat/

Thailand reports first case of Omicron BA.2.75 sub-variant The Centre for Medical Genomics at Ramathibodi Hospital has reported the country’s first case of the COVID-19 Omicron BA.2.75 sub-variant infection, in the southern province of Trang. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266478-thailand-reports-first-case-of-omicron-ba275-sub-variant/

Tourism Authority Targets 30 Million Tourists in 2023 by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is aiming to revitalize the nation’s tourism industry with new strategies and campaigns, targeting 30 million tourists and 2.38 trillion baht in revenue by 2023. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1266479-tourism-authority-targets-30-million-tourists-in-2023/

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