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Daily News Thai Caption: Closing down The popular SansaNook water park in Samut Prakan near the Thai capital Bangkok has announced on its Facebook page that it is closing down for good. Its last day of operation will be the public holiday next Monday May 16th (Wisakha Bucha day replacement holiday). Daily News reported that patrons could enjoy the facilities every day from 10 am to 7 pm for just 99 baht a person, young or old. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Visitors can wear shorts and T-shirts rather than swimming costumes and are allowed to bring their own food. The park thanked its customers for their support over the years. Many past customers posted their regret at the closure of the park also known as SanZanook. Bangkok Business News reported that the park was opened in 2017. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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 and US begin two days of strategic talks in Washington DC Photo from www.asean.usmission.gov Thailand and the US began a two-day strategic discussion in Washington yesterday (Monday), to strengthen further their security partnership in creating a peaceful and prosperous region. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259148-thailand-and-us-begin-two-days-of-strategic-talks-in-washington-dc/

Photo from www.asean.usmission.gov Thailand and the US began a two-day strategic discussion in Washington yesterday (Monday), to strengthen further their security partnership in creating a peaceful and prosperous region. The Thai delegation is led by Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs Thanee Thongphakdi and Permanent Secretary for Defence Gen Warakiat Rattananont. Their US counterparts are led by Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink, and Assistant Secretary of Defence Ely Ratner. Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe The strategic talks, which were planned in advance, precede the scheduled special ASEAN-US summit on May 12th and 13th, which will also be held in Washington. Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will join other ASEAN leaders for the summit. He will be accompanied by Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-and-us-begin-two-days-of-strategic-talks-in-washington-dc/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Welcome back! Southern market doing a roaring trade as foreigners return to Thailand Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported that a cultural market street in Phangnga was doing a roaring trade every Sunday evening. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259147-welcome-back-southern-market-doing-a-roaring-trade-as-foreigners-return-to-thailand/

Picture: 77kaoded 77kaoded reported that a cultural market street in Phangnga was doing a roaring trade every Sunday evening. The Takuapa Old Town market is proving a hit with locals and Thai and foreign tourists. The media published many pictures of foreigners with food on sticks, drinks and buying delicious fried snacks. The market runs for 500 meters in length and is picking up trade every week as Thailand opens up more and more. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Picture: 77kaoded But it is not just the food and knick-knacks - there are also dance performances to add that special Thai cultural flavor for the visitors. Organiser Santisuk Na Thalang said that the local TAT office and local authorities had been working together to promote activities in the street. It was originally opened in 2007 but has only recently picked up again after Covid restrictions. It is open every Sunday from 3 - 8 pm in Takuapa. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

Giant King Cobra flushed out from cop's wife's car with BUG SPRAY! Now locals hope Fortuner will bring fortunes! Picture: Siam Rath Nong Bua rescue services on Route 22 from Udon Thani to Sakon Nakhon in the NE of Thailand were called after a policeman's wife noticed a huge King Cobra had taken up residence under her Toyota Fortuner parked at a PTT gas station. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259143-giant-king-cobra-flushed-out-from-cops-wifes-car-with-bug-spray-now-locals-hope-fortuner-will-bring-fortunes/

Picture: Siam Rath Nong Bua rescue services on Route 22 from Udon Thani to Sakon Nakhon in the NE of Thailand were called after a policeman's wife noticed a huge King Cobra had taken up residence under her Toyota Fortuner parked at a PTT gas station. The 3.5 meter long snake retreated to the wheel arch then coiled up by the gear box. After 20 minutes the battle to return the protected species to nature was still on. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Picture: Siam Rath Then the snakecatchers recommended that Duangporn, 45, buy some bug spray from the convenience store, reported Siam Rath. That did the trick with the large snake fleeing the fumes into the arms of the rescue team in a matter of five minutes. Now the locals hope that the number of the Fortuner - 8689 - will be the omen that cracks the upcoming lottery draw due next week. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

Centara World Masters Makes a Grand Return in 2022 By Online Reporter Golfers from around the world have arrived in their numbers for the seventh instalment of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship, marking a welcome return for the highly anticipated event in 2022. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259141-centara-world-masters-makes-a-grand-return-in-2022/

By Online Reporter Golfers from around the world have arrived in their numbers for the seventh instalment of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship, marking a welcome return for the highly anticipated event in 2022. The staging of Asia’s biggest and richest tournament for club golfers after a two-year hiatus is not only a significant milestone, but also a major boost for the local Hua Hin economy and golf tourism more broadly in Thailand. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe While it may have been longer coming than expected, this instalment of the Centara World Masters has generated tangible excitement among the event’s many dedicated participants and a substantial swag of first-time entrants. Golfers have been steadily arriving over the last week and the anticipation has been building, with a distinct air of enthusiasm in Hua Hin accompanied by a collective readiness to get the fun and festivities underway. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/centara-world-masters-makes-a-grand-return-in-2022/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Authorities to Distribute Free Cannabis Plants for Home Cultivation by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - One million free cannabis plants will be distributed in June when home cultivation and use of the plant are due to be officially legalized under Thai law. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259139-authorities-to-distribute-free-cannabis-plants-for-home-cultivation/

by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - One million free cannabis plants will be distributed in June when home cultivation and use of the plant are due to be officially legalized under Thai law. Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that beginning June 9, Thai citizens will no longer be required to obtain a permit to cultivate cannabis in their homes. The cannabis cultivated must be of medical grade and used exclusively for medicinal purposes. Anutin announced the decision in a Facebook post on Sunday (8 May), in which he outlined the benefits of commercial cultivation. The sale of cannabis products containing less than 0.2% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in marijuana that produces the "high" feeling, is currently legal in Thailand. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe According to Anutin, marijuana and hemp products could generate up to 10 billion baht in annual revenue if both public and private enterprises are permitted to operate freely under the new regulations. The minister of public health added that the new rules allow small operators to launch marijuana-related businesses without registering with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), while large-scale operations will continue to require authorization. Local cannabis advocates have expressed optimism that loosening marijuana laws will stimulate economic recovery after years of stagnation. Thailand became the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize medical marijuana in 2018. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Cult leader bailed - Thai media continues to report on bizarre case Daily News Thai Caption: Phra Bida released from jail Daily News reported that the white haired man at the center of a bizarre cult in the north east of Thailand had been released from bail. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259138-cult-leader-bailed-thai-media-continues-to-report-on-bizarre-case/

Daily News Thai Caption: Phra Bida released from jail Daily News reported that the white haired man at the center of a bizarre cult in the north east of Thailand had been released from bail. Disciples of the cult in Khon San district of Chaiyaphum believe their illnesses could be cured by ingesting phlegm, urine, feces, pus and skin scrapings. Health authorities said they were foolish to believe such claims that could make them ill. A high profile raid was conducted by activist Dr Pla or Jiraphan Petchkhao after he appealed to the provincial governor Kraisorn Kongchalad and local police over the cult. A total of 11 corpses were found at the property - the oozing secretions from the bodies was also being used in strange religious practices. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Arrested was 74 year old Thewee Nanla also known as Phra Bida. He was first ordered jailed on four charges after a court rejected relatives' 50,000 baht bail application. His disciples were furious. Now a post online indicated that the 'guru' has been freed by the provincial court. What he will do next remains a mystery. He faces charges for encroachment on public land, medical quackery, transporting corpses illegally and breaking Covid-19 rules. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

Hummer trucks and the Eiffel Tower feature in ostentatious wedding as mayor's son ties the knot Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported on an ostentatious Thai wedding with some unusual trappings in Songkhla in the south of Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259134-hummer-trucks-and-the-eiffel-tower-feature-in-ostentatious-wedding-as-mayors-son-ties-the-knot/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported on an ostentatious Thai wedding with some unusual trappings in Songkhla in the south of Thailand. Many people stopped to take pictures by the side of the road as the wedding procession proceeded from a temple in Lamphlai sub-district to the home of the bride, the Mae Manee restaurant in Theppha district. In the procession were no less than 8 Hummer trucks, 2 Mercedes benz sports cars and many other vehicles. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe They were carrying the 1 million baht dowry, diamond rings and 20 baht weight in gold. Getting married were Nawapho Khaothong or Singto, 25, and his bride Pannathorn Khamphitak, also 25. Picture: Thai Rath Singto is the son of Lamphlai mayor Lek Khaothong and Pannathorn is the daughter of the owners of the themed tourist restaurant, Anan and Ranya Khamphitak. The happy couple were pictured in one of the restaurant's "selfie picture taking attractions" - a mock Eiffel Tower. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

5 decades of governor elections that have shaped modern Bangkok In 1971, Phra Nakhon was merged with Thon Buri province on the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River to form Krungthep Maha Nakhon, now the capital’s official name. (Photo by Waranont (Joe)) Bangkokians choose their next governor on May 22, the latest episode in 50 years of administration that has shaped the world capital that we know today. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259133-5-decades-of-governor-elections-that-have-shaped-modern-bangkok/

In 1971, Phra Nakhon was merged with Thon Buri province on the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River to form Krungthep Maha Nakhon, now the capital’s official name. (Photo by Waranont (Joe)) Bangkokians choose their next governor on May 22, the latest episode in 50 years of administration that has shaped the world capital that we know today. Here, Thai PBS World reviews highlights from the last half-century of Bangkok’s governance, including overlooked facts that readers may find fascinating. Pre-election Bangkok Thailand’s capital has been known as “Bangkok” for decades, though its historical name was Phra Nakhon province. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe In 1971, Phra Nakhon was merged with Thon Buri province on the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River to form Krungthep Maha Nakhon, now the capital’s official name. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/5-decades-of-governor-elections-that-have-shaped-modern-bangkok/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates

Video: Thai son scatters 100K+ of his mum's money at the local market - police call for cash return Daily News Thai Caption: Quickly return (the money) A CCTV video published by Daily News showed a Thai son start scattering his mother's money all over a market area in NE Thailand in the middle of the night. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259131-video-thai-son-scatters-100k-of-his-mums-money-at-the-local-market-police-call-for-cash-return/

Daily News Thai Caption: Quickly return (the money) A CCTV video published by Daily News showed a Thai son start scattering his mother's money all over a market area in NE Thailand in the middle of the night. Many traders rushed to get the cash as Wuthisak "Pung" Sombat, 39, on the back of a friend's motorcycle dressed all in white, tossed 1,000 baht notes as if there was no tomorrow. Earlier Pung had completely emptied his mother Somwong's account of 109,000 baht after stealing her ATM card. He started small tossing a couple of notes. But as news spread among the traders at Sateuk, Buriram, market a throng gathered to pick up the cash. Somwong reported the matter to Pol Lt-Col Nithiwat Khamnon who called for people to return the money. This was before the CCTV had been examined. Station chief Pol Col Wachirawit Wannathanee said that so far just two people have come forward with 1,000 baht each. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Picture: Daily News He warned that if people don't return the money they may face charges of receiving stolen goods. Reporters went to see the 70 year old mum who said she didn't want an ATM card linked to her account but was persuaded by bank staff that it would be convenient for her. She opened an account in the sum of 110,000 baht with a 1,000 baht fee taken off. She said it was lucky that about another 200,000 baht of her money was in a separate account that her son couldn't get to. Police are hoping that the CCTV will identify the people who picked up the cash - mostly male and female traders as it was 3 am - enabling it to be returned to its rightful owner. Daily News did not report on why the son should do this. Being dressed all in white seemed to be significant, notes ASEAN NOW. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

PM happy with Thai reopening numbers - entertainment industry begs again after 100 billion baht hit Thai prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha yesterday expressed satisfaction with the number of foreign tourists entering Thailand since the ending of Test and Go. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259128-pm-happy-with-thai-reopening-numbers-entertainment-industry-begs-again-after-100-billion-baht-hit/

Picture: Siam Rath Thai prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha yesterday expressed satisfaction with the number of foreign tourists entering Thailand since the ending of Test and Go. Siam Rath said the number since May 1st was "more than 300,000", double what other outlets are reporting. This came as the Covid numbers continued to show downward trends. Government House spokesman Thanakorn Wongbunkhongchana indicated it was now far easier for foreigners to visit Thailand. But the pressure is mounting on the PM to open Thailand's hospitality, restaurant and nightlife industry fully. December 2021 was mooted, January 2022 was promised, now the latest dangling of the carrot is mid-year. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe A letter was delivered to the PM from a representative in the form of Sanga Reuangwattanakul, the business leader from the Khao San Road area. Ministerial aide Dr Mongkholchai Som-Udon received the letter on behalf of the PM. As Thailand moves to declare Covid-19 endemic from July 1st the entertainment industry are pressing for a final pilot reopening in 28 provinces from June 1st. 16 provinces' tourist areas should be opened fully with 12 partially opened, is the proposal. Sanga said industry wide that they had taken a 100 billion baht hit throughout the pandemic. Now that Test and Go has gone and Thailand Pass is the next onerous scheme to face the chop Sanga wants to see the country's entertainment scene get back to its vibrant best. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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

COVID-19 - May 10: Thailand reports 6,230 new coronavirus cases, 11,132 recoveries, 53 deaths file photo Thailand on Tuesday (May 10) reported 6,230 new COVID-19 cases, 11,132 recoveries and 53 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259127-covid-19-may-10-thailand-reports-6230-new-coronavirus-cases-11132-recoveries-53-deaths/ ///CLOSED// /Admin

COVID-19 - May 10: Thailand reports 6,230 new coronavirus cases, 11,132 recoveries, 53 deaths file photo Thailand on Tuesday (May 10) reported 6,230 new COVID-19 cases, 11,132 recoveries and 53 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1259127-covid-19-may-10-thailand-reports-6230-new-coronavirus-cases-11132-recoveries-53-deaths/

file photo Thailand on Tuesday (May 10) reported 6,230 new COVID-19 cases, 11,132 recoveries and 53 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Tuesday’s cases bring the total number of COVID-19 infections in Thailand to 4,337,568 with 29,196 deaths. The news comes as the Public Health Ministry’s Emergency Operations Centre for COVID-19 has lowered the national COVID-19 alert level from 4 to 3, as the daily infection rate has been falling. Level 4 barred people from entering high-risk areas, which could include a variety of places, while only selected entertainment venues are closed in Level 3.** **Thai PBS contributed to this report Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-05-10 - 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. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 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