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Image: Hua Hin Today By Online Reporter The ongoing development of Hua Hin Airport has been boosted following news the airport is set to receive a further 350 million baht in funding. The additional money will be used to improve safety and infrastructure at the airport ahead of the arrival of more international flights flying directly to Hua Hin. Mr. Udorn Olsson, special advisor to the Ministry of Transport, revealed on Friday (June 10) that he had met with representatives from all key sectors to track the progress of the initial 250 million baht budget to widen Hua Hin Airport’s runway. Mr. Udorn said the Ministry of Transport has agreed to spend an additional 350 million baht budget to improve safety in accordance with international standards set by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT). Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/hua-hin-airport-to-receive-additional-350-million-baht-for-safety-and-infrastructure-improvements/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Pattaya locals perplexed by freshly painted zig-zag lines on roads, police claim it helps slow down drivers By Tanakorn Panyadee Banglamung, Chonburi — Some Pattaya locals were perplexed by freshly painted zig-zag lines on Chaiyapruek Road and some other areas in front of pedestrian crossings. Police claimed it helped slow down drivers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262447-pattaya-locals-perplexed-by-freshly-painted-zig-zag-lines-on-roads-police-claim-it-helps-slow-down-drivers/

By Tanakorn Panyadee Banglamung, Chonburi — Some Pattaya locals were perplexed by freshly painted zig-zag lines on Chaiyapruek Road and some other areas in front of pedestrian crossings. Police claimed it helped slow down drivers. Yesterday, June 10th, local media went to Chaiyapruek Road and Walking Steeet in the Nong Prue subdistrict of Banglamung, Chonburi, after a picture of zig-zag street lines captured by local residents went viral on Facebook and sparked a lot of questions. The majority of the questions concerned the definition of the lines and how drivers should react to them. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/11/pattaya-locals-perplexed-by-freshly-painted-zig-zag-lines-on-roads-police-claim-it-helps-slow-down-drivers/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Police instructed to adjust their procedures after cannabis is officially removed from Category 5 narcotics list The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) notified police about the announcement issued by the Ministry of Public Health, which was published in the Royal Gazette and goes into effect on June 9. Removal of cannabis from the Category 5 narcotics list legalizes its production, import, export, distribution, consumption and possession. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262445-police-instructed-to-adjust-their-procedures-after-cannabis-is-officially-removed-from-category-5-narcotics-list/

The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) notified police about the announcement issued by the Ministry of Public Health, which was published in the Royal Gazette and goes into effect on June 9. Removal of cannabis from the Category 5 narcotics list legalizes its production, import, export, distribution, consumption and possession. However, cannabis oil extracts containing more than 0.2 percent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is still considered Category 5 substance and is governed by narcotics control and suppression laws. The ONCB warned that while people are permitted to possess the plant and grow it for personal use, they cannot use cannabis buds as a cooking ingredient, as this is still illegal. The office also advised business owners to obtain certification from the Food and Drug Administration for certain cannabis oil-containing products, as police will file charges if the product is found to be in violation of the new law. Source: https://bit.ly/3xGr8Kv -- © Copyright NBT WORLD 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Has Thailand struck jackpot in latest bid to combat lottery overpricing? The government’s latest bid to combat chronic lottery overpricing saw over 5 million digital tickets sell out in just five days via the “Pao Tang” mobile application last week. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262441-has-thailand-struck-jackpot-in-latest-bid-to-combat-lottery-overpricing/

The government’s latest bid to combat chronic lottery overpricing saw over 5 million digital tickets sell out in just five days via the “Pao Tang” mobile application last week. The Government Lottery Office (GLO) adopted the online channel after all other measures to prevent black-market hiking of the official 80-baht ticket price failed. Those who bought digital lottery tickets through the app voiced satisfaction that they could do it in a few easy steps, choosing their preferred numbers and even buying tickets with identical numbers at “only” 80 baht each — a price considered a bargain for regular lottery gamblers. Sales via the Pao Tang app launched on June 2 for the lottery draw on June 16, with a total of 5.17 million tickets offered in the new e-marketplace provided by the GLO, according to Tipanan Sirichana, spokesperson for the government committee tasked with tackling lottery overpricing. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/has-thailand-struck-jackpot-in-latest-bid-to-combat-lottery-overpricing/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Thailand borrows 13 billion baht from Japan at interest rate of 0.01 percent By Erich Parpart Thailand will borrow some 13 billion baht from Japan according to a Royal Gazette announcement on Friday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262440-thailand-borrows-13-billion-baht-from-japan-at-interest-rate-of-001-percent/

By Erich Parpart Thailand will borrow some 13 billion baht from Japan according to a Royal Gazette announcement on Friday. The announcement said the “emergency support loan” was for the Ministry of Finance to use to mitigate economic and social problems that were caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The loan was approved by the Cabinet on April 26. The 15-year loan contract with an interest rate of 0.01 per cent per year was made with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The loan payment, scheduled for May 20 and November 20 of every year, will be exempted for the first four years. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/40800/thailand-borrows-13-billion-baht-from-japan-at-interest-rate-of-0-01-per-cent/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

UPDATE: Parents of 12-year-old girl allegedly injured by forced school exercise meets with the accused teacher to settle dispute in Sri Racha By Tanakorn Panyadee Sri Racha, Chonburi — The parents of a 12-year-old injured girl met with an accused teacher, who allegedly injured her by making her do 60 squat jumps as a class group punishment, to settle the dispute. The teacher would reportedly take care of the hospital bill. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262438-update-parents-of-12-year-old-girl-allegedly-injured-by-forced-school-exercise-meets-with-the-accused-teacher-to-settle-dispute-in-sri-racha/

By Tanakorn Panyadee Sri Racha, Chonburi — The parents of a 12-year-old injured girl met with an accused teacher, who allegedly injured her by making her do 60 squat jumps as a class group punishment, to settle the dispute. The teacher would reportedly take care of the hospital bill. The 12-year-old girl (name withheld due to being a minor) narrated the incident today, June 10th, that led to her hospitalization. According to her, the female teacher, whose name was also withheld as part of a pending agreement between the parents and the teacher, found that some students (sixth graders) reportedly broke a pen and spilled ink on the teacher’s desk in the classroom as a prank. The teacher then asked the responsible party to raise their hand, but nobody did, which angered the teacher. As a result, the teacher punished the entire class by making them do 50 squat jumps, the girl said. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/10/update-parents-of-12-year-old-girl-allegedly-injured-by-forced-school-exercise-meets-with-the-accused-teacher-to-settle-dispute/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Thammanat Named Top Leader Of Thai Economic Party By Thai Newsroom Reporters Thammanat Prompao at yesterday’s Thai Economic Party meeting where he was named top leader. Photo: Pptvhd36.com MAVERICK MP Thammanat Prompao yesterday (June 10) was named top leader of Thai Economic Party. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262436-thammanat-named-top-leader-of-thai-economic-party/

Thammanat Prompao at yesterday’s Thai Economic Party meeting where he was named top leader. Photo: Pptvhd36.com By Thai Newsroom Reporters MAVERICK MP Thammanat Prompao yesterday (June 10) was named top leader of Thai Economic Party. In an extraordinary caucus, Thammanat was unanimously voted as the top leader of Thai Economic Party whereas MP Pai Lik was named secretary-general of the “independent” party among a total of 22 members of its executive board. Thammanat who has earlier performed as secretary-general of the party declined to tell whether he himself might be named a Thai Economic candidate for head of a post-election government, saying his camp still has time to think it over. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/06/10/thammanat-named-top-leader-of-thai-economic-party/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Thailand's May consumer inflation reaches 14-year high Source: Xinhua | Editor: huaxia Vendors are seen at a food market in Bangkok, Thailand, March 30, 2022. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak) Thailand's May consumer inflation rose to the highest level since July 2008. The Ministry of Commerce attributed the CPI growth to higher food prices and energy costs. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262434-thailands-may-consumer-inflation-reaches-14-year-high/

Vendors are seen at a food market in Bangkok, Thailand, March 30, 2022. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak) Source: Xinhua | Editor: huaxia Thailand's May consumer inflation rose to the highest level since July 2008. The Ministry of Commerce attributed the CPI growth to higher food prices and energy costs. BANGKOK, (Xinhua) -- Thailand's consumer inflation rose at a faster-than-expected pace of 7.1 percent year-on-year in May, the highest level since July 2008, on soaring energy and food prices, official data showed on Monday. Growth of the country's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, exceeded April's 4.65 percent and beat a market expectation of 5.78 percent for May. On a monthly basis, the CPI rose 1.4 percent from April, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Full story: https://english.news.cn/20220607/83bb40e8ba324c26a81022846dea8d34/c.html -- © Copyright Xinhua 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Airbnb hosts in Thailand use their income in time of soaring inflation By Megha Paul On | TD Editor Airbnb has released the first results from its latest survey of hosts and guests worldwide, focusing on its findings from Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262433-airbnb-hosts-in-thailand-use-their-income-in-time-of-soaring-inflation/

By Megha Paul On | TD Editor Airbnb has released the first results from its latest survey of hosts and guests worldwide, focusing on its findings from Thailand. Hosts surveyed in Thailand, who used the platform last year, provided insights into how Airbnb hosts are using their income in a time of soaring inflation, emerging as key contributors to the local economy, and building strong people connections. Mitigating Rising Costs with Hosting As external forces pushed inflation higher around the world last year, income earned through hosting became essential for navigating higher prices for hosts in Thailand. In response to a question about why they host their space on Airbnb: -- Almost 35%t of hosts surveyed in Thailand said one of the reasons they host is to earn money to help cover the rising cost of living; -- Nearly a third said they host to earn money to make ends meet; -- Over half said they host to earn extra spending money; -- Almost half said they host to earn money to grow their business. Full story: https://www.traveldailymedia.com/airbnb-hosts-in-thailand-use-their-income-in-time-of-soaring-inflation/ -- © Copyright Travel Daily 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Strong summer for Thailand hotels: SiteMinder By TTG Asia Koh Samui has the highest booking increase, receiving over 125 per cent of 2019 volumes Hotels in Thailand are seeing the highest volume of bookings since February 2020, noted SiteMinder, with properties in Koh Samui leading in performance. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262431-strong-summer-for-thailand-hotels-siteminder/

Koh Samui has the highest booking increase, receiving over 125 per cent of 2019 volumes By TTG Asia Hotels in Thailand are seeing the highest volume of bookings since February 2020, noted SiteMinder, with properties in Koh Samui leading in performance. Data shows hotels are receiving 85 per cent of bookings recorded in June of 2019, confirming the stability of the domestic market and the return of international guests. Koh Samui leads with the highest booking improvement. It received over 125 per cent of 2019 volumes, more than double the booking numbers seen in early-March this year. Phuket follows next with 90 per cent of 2019 volume in the same period. In third place is Hua Hin, with 86 per cent of 2019 volume. Full story: https://www.ttgasia.com/2022/06/10/strong-summer-for-thailand-hotels-siteminder/ -- © Copyright TTG ASIA 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Emirates Premium Economy arrives in Thailand By TTR WEEKLY BANGKOK: The long-awaited Emirates Premium Economy class is finally here, offering another Emirates onboard experience that opens for flight bookings from 1 August. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262430-emirates-premium-economy-arrives-in-thailand/

By TTR WEEKLY BANGKOK: The long-awaited Emirates Premium Economy class is finally here, offering another Emirates onboard experience that opens for flight bookings from 1 August. The new cabin class, which offers luxurious seats, more legroom, and service delivery to rival many airlines’ business offerings, will be available to Emirates customers travelling on popular A380 routes to London, Paris, and Sydney from 1 August and Christchurch from December. This means travellers from Thailand via connecting flights in Dubai will also have a chance to book and secure seats for the new Premium Economy experience. Currently, Emirates is the only airline in the region to offer a Premium Economy cabin. Full story: https://www.ttrweekly.com/site/2022/06/emirates-premium-economy-arrives-in-thailand/ -- © Copyright TTR Weekly 2022-06-11 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

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The pleasure of living and setting a good example in Thailand; Rooster rounds up the week’s news OPINION | by Rooster It was no surprise that one of the most read and commented upon stories this week - especially on Facebook - concerned food. “Tasteatlas” had their top 50 best cuisines with Italy #1 followed by Greece and Spain. France was fifth. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1262428-the-pleasure-of-living-and-setting-a-good-example-in-thailand rooster-rounds-up-the-week’s-news/