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AYUTTHAYA (TNA) – A French woman succumbed to her wound after being hit by a car while she was crossing Rojana Road late Wednesday night. Camille J., 36, died while being rushed to a hospital from the crash site. Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe She was hit and severely injured by a car driven by a 43-year-old man identified as Sathapana. He said he was driving from his office and passing a bridge without seeing from a distance the woman who was pushing a bicycle across the road. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-949265 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-05-27 - 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.

Coalition partner Democrats blast energy minister for diesel policy By Erich Parpart An MP for the ruling coalition blasted the government’s measures to control the local diesel price and called for the energy minister to resign for the rising prices and for postponing the parliament debate session that was scheduled to address the issue on Thursday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260852-coalition-partner-democrats-blast-energy-minister-for-diesel-policy/

By Erich Parpart An MP for the ruling coalition blasted the government’s measures to control the local diesel price and called for the energy minister to resign for the rising prices and for postponing the parliament debate session that was scheduled to address the issue on Thursday. “The issue was proposed since the closing of the previous general session and the matter is important for the people who are suffering from the problem, therefore, I do not agree with the postponement,” the Democrat MP for Ratchaburi, Akkaradej Wongpitakroj, told reporters at the parliament building. Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe “The energy minister should stop clinging on to the prime minister and look to take care of the people instead,” he said. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/40457/coalition-partner-democrats-blast-energy-minister-for-diesel-policy/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-05-27 - 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.

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Bangkok elections a harbinger of Prayut’s downfall? Chadchart Sittipunt’s landslide victory at last Sunday’s governor election — with more than 1.38 million votes or over 50 percent of all ballots cast — was viewed by many as Bangkok voters’ verdict on the current coalition government and its junta predecessor, which came to power in the 2014 military coup. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260809-bangkok-elections-a-harbinger-of-prayut’s-downfall/

Pattaya hotel business leader urges new mayor to fix never-ending roadworks PHOTO: บริษัท โสภณ เคเบิ้ล ที.วี.และสื่อสาร พัทยา จำกัด The leader of the Thai Hotels Association’s eastern chapter urged the new mayor, Poramase “Beer” Ngampiches, to fix what he calls Pattaya’s five most urgent problems to prepare for continual tourists’ return and an expected “high season” this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260812-pattaya-hotel-business-leader-urges-new-mayor-to-fix-never-ending-roadworks/

Controversial luxury ‘Parliamentary club’ to be converted into office space House Speaker Chuan Leekpai has ordered all the recreational facilities in the controversial parliament club, with the exception of the gym, to be closed and converted into working space for parliamentary officials, said Democrat party-list MP Issara Sereewatthanawut today (Thursday), following backlash about the appropriateness of such lavish spending of taxpayers’ money. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260832-controversial-luxury-‘parliamentary-club’-to-be-converted-into-office-space/

Officials eye rail travel to help boost tourism in Prachuap Khiri Khan By Online Reporter File photo Officials have discussed using rail travel as a means to help promote tourism throughout the province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260767-officials-eye-rail-travel-to-help-boost-tourism-in-prachuap-khiri-khan/

File photo By Online Reporter Officials have discussed using rail travel as a means to help promote tourism throughout the province. On Tuesday, Mr. Sathien Charoenruen, Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province chaired a meeting between provincial officials and representatives from the tourism industry. The aim of the meeting was to formulate a provincial tourism development plan in an effort to revitalize the local economy post COVID-19. Ms Saengchan Kaewpratumrasmee, from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports Prachuap Khiri Khan Province presented a plan to promote railway tourism across the province’s eight districts. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/local-news/officials-eye-rail-travel-to-help-boost-tourism-in-prachuap-khiri-khan/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-05-26 - 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.

Six million Thai senior citizens still not boosted against COVID-19 Many Thai people, including about six million senior citizens, are still not vaccinated with third COVID-19 vaccine because they are either concerned about the possible side effects or think that a booster jab is unnecessary, according to Dr. Taweesap Siraprapasiri, a specialist at the Department of Disease Control. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260766-six-million-thai-senior-citizens-still-not-boosted-against-covid-19/

Many Thai people, including about six million senior citizens, are still not vaccinated with third COVID-19 vaccine because they are either concerned about the possible side effects or think that a booster jab is unnecessary, according to Dr. Taweesap Siraprapasiri, a specialist at the Department of Disease Control. He said, however, that 43% of elderly people have received three doses of vaccine, while only about 40% of other age groups have received three. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe If Thailand is to open its doors wider to overseas arrivals and if it does not want hospitals to be packed with severe cases again, he stressed the need for Thai people to be vaccinated with three doses in whichever combination, such as Sinovac-Sinovac-AstraZeneca or AstraZeneca-AstraZeneca-Pfizer, noting that the efficacy of the two formulae in preventing severe symptoms is the same. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/six-million-thai-senior-citizens-still-not-boosted-against-covid-19/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-05-26 - 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.

PM seeks Public Cooperation To Address Road Safety By Editor The government has set an ambitious goal of slashing road fatalities by almost two-thirds within five years although it admits the effort could be hampered by a lack of public cooperation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260765-pm-seeks-public-cooperation-to-adress-road-safety/

By Editor The government has set an ambitious goal of slashing road fatalities by almost two-thirds within five years although it admits the effort could be hampered by a lack of public cooperation. The goal was confirmed by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha at an academic seminar in Bangkok titled “New Decade, New Normal, Safe Driving Is Priority” which he presided over yesterday (May 25). At the forum, 49 awards were meted out to individuals and organisations with outstanding roles in promoting road safety. Prayut said the event set the stage for different views to be exchanged on how traffic accidents could be reduced. Road safety has been prioritised in the 20-year national strategy. The goal is to cut fatalities from traffic accidents to 12 persons per 100,000 population by 2027 and achieve the Vision Zero target by 2050. Thailand has the ninth-highest rate of road fatalities in the world with 32.7 deaths per 100,000 people, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Fifty-nine people aged 15-19 are injured from riding motorcycles daily on average. Deaths from speeding have risen by 4% in recent times while fatalities connected to drink driving during holidays are also up. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Prayut said meeting the Vision Zero target by 2050 would be difficult but attainable provided everyone plays their part. “Of course, I know the problem and how to solve it. But it won’t work 100% because of a lack of public cooperation,” he added. Organisations responsible for road safety in Bangkok and other provinces play a key role in reducing risk factors leading to road accidents, Prayut noted. The enforcement of laws related to public transport, private car usage, and maintaining the quality of roads and transport infrastructure are all crucial factors in contributing to traffic safety, he said. The prime minister said a driver database, safety-enhancement technology and other innovations will also help scale down the number of traffic accidents. He said a concrete plan must be drawn up to make roads safer. Most accidents in Thailand involve motorcycles with riders often neglecting to wear helmets or driving while under the influence of alcohol. “I ordered that the law must be strictly enforced against traffic offenders. But I would have liked to seek people’s cooperation first,” Gen Prayut said. “I can’t criticise people but I can remind them [of the need to prevent road accidents].” Source: https://royalcoastreview.com/2022/05/pm-seeks-public-cooperation-to-adress-road-safety/ -- © Copyright Royal Coast Review 2022-05-26 - 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.

Amazing Thailand: Fake gold shop in Rayong Daily News Thai Caption: Helping poor people's dreams come true! Daily News went to investigate in Tha Pradu sub-district of Rayong in central/eastern Thailand where a woman who used to sell real gold has set up one selling good quality fakes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260762-amazing-thailand-fake-gold-shop-in-rayong/

Daily News Thai Caption: Helping poor people's dreams come true! Daily News went to investigate in Tha Pradu sub-district of Rayong in central/eastern Thailand where a woman who used to sell real gold has set up one selling good quality fakes. The media suggested that this could make dreams come true for poor people who couldn't afford the real thing. Reporters found that the Petch Thong Sethee shop looks like any real gold shop. But you need to look closely at the sign that says all the goods are fake, they won't peel, wont go black and you can't pawn here. It's the idea of 65 year old Raweewan who sells necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and amulet cases. They're all fake, with prices starting from 100 baht. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Picture: Daily News (The cheapest one saleung of real gold jewelry in Thailand would cost about 7,500 baht, notes ASEAN NOW). Raweewan said she sold real gold for dozens of years but these days she could do without all the hassle of having to open every day. And she doesn't even have to worry about robbery! Now she can enjoy life and take trips especially as her kids have all finished college. She said that her goods were all good quality and wouldn't tarnish or peel. A frequent customer said that she loved buying "gold" there. It gave poor people like her a chance to wear something nice that was also good quality. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-26 - 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. 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

Relaxation of mask requirement may start in provinces with improved COVID status Some provinces in the “Green” and “Blue” zones, where the COVID-19 situation has improved satisfactorily, should be the pilot areas for the relaxation of the requirement to wear face masks in public, according to the Department of Disease Control. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260761-relaxation-of-mask-requirement-may-start-in-provinces-with-improved-covid-status/

Some provinces in the “Green” and “Blue” zones, where the COVID-19 situation has improved satisfactorily, should be the pilot areas for the relaxation of the requirement to wear face masks in public, according to the Department of Disease Control. Other factors should also be taken into account before the relaxation comes into effect, tentatively in the middle of June, said department specialist Dr. Taweesap Siraprapasiri. Chief of the Epidemiology Division of the Department of Disease Control Dr. Chakkarat Pittayawonganon, meanwhile, suggested that easing of the face mask requirement should start in selected provinces or areas such as outdoor spaces. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/relaxation-of-mask-requirement-may-start-in-provinces-with-improved-covid-status/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-05-26 - 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.

Lightning strikes twice? 12 injured as company bus veers off road in Lopburi - "lap nai" suggested Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported that Pol Capt Wiraphan Cheunchom of the Muang Lopburi police in central Thailand and Poh Teck Tung rescue services attended an accident on Pahonyothin Road near the temple of Wat Thung Singto. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260760-lightning-strikes-twice-12-injured-as-company-bus-veers-off-road-in-lopburi-lap-nai-suggested/

Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported that Pol Capt Wiraphan Cheunchom of the Muang Lopburi police in central Thailand and Poh Teck Tung rescue services attended an accident on Pahonyothin Road near the temple of Wat Thung Singto. A bus delivering dozens of workers of the Minibea company careered off the road injuring 12. The bus hit a lamppost then an earth bank. The injured were ferried to two local hospitals. Picture: 77kaoded Slightly injured staff said that many people were sleeping at the time and were awoken by the terrible impact. They also suggested that the driver had fallen asleep at the wheel - a familiar event in Thailand called "lap nai". Picture: 77kaoded ASEAN NOW notes that the accident involved possibly the same company as one earlier in the week when a bus hit by a large truck overturned. That was Minibea Bang Pa-In. This one was Minibea Lopburi. 77kaoded did not make the connection if there was one. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-26 - 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. 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 aa.mp4

Video: Students hurl explosive devices, fire guns in school violence caught on tape 77kaoded Thai Caption: Fighting in the street 77kaoded published a video that showed continuing violence between school students in Phrapradaeng, Samut Prakan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260758-video-students-hurl-explosive-devices-fire-guns-in-school-violence-caught-on-tape/

77kaoded Thai Caption: Fighting in the street 77kaoded published a video that showed continuing violence between school students in Phrapradaeng, Samut Prakan. The media said that youths hurled explosive devices and fired guns at rival groups outside the temple of Wat Phaya Prap Pajjamit. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Members of the public were forced to flee for their lives, they said. Police are studying CCTV to try and find the culprits that were caught on various cameras in a video published on YouTube. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-26 - 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. 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: 77kaoded Picture: 77kaoded

Anyone for a "round of golf"? These kids are sure to clean up! Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported from Nam Sut Wilai Prachasan school in Lopburi where the children set off before the flag ceremony each morning and at lunchtime with golf bags. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260757-anyone-for-a-round-of-golf-these-kids-are-sure-to-clean-up/

Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported from Nam Sut Wilai Prachasan school in Lopburi where the children set off before the flag ceremony each morning and at lunchtime with golf bags. But the nice bags don't contain putters and drivers and irons - they are full of spades, brooms, hoes, rakes and other tools. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Picture: 77kaoded The children at the 303 pupil school (kindergarten to M3) are being encourage to keep their school clean and tidy every day. Teachers managed to acquire the bags that were not being used at a military course and are now being put to good use. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-26 - 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. 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: 77kaoded Picture: 77kaoded

Tak Bai Marine Police Attacked, 3 Injured NARATHIWAT, May 26 (TNA) – Heavily armed criminals attacked marine police stations in Tak Bai district of the far southern province last night. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1260756-tak-bai-marine-police-attacked-3-injured/

NARATHIWAT, May 26 (TNA) – Heavily armed criminals attacked marine police stations in Tak Bai district of the far southern province last night. Three officials were injured amid deafening explosions and gunshots. Six men with pipe bombs and warfare guns launched the attack at the Bata marine police station and the Tak Bai marine police base at 9.20pm on May 25. Both sides fiercely exchanged gunfire at the Ratchada pier and an old customs checkpoint. Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-949022 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-05-26 - 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.