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Opposition leader calls on government to do more to reduce fuel prices By Cod Satrusayang The deputy leader of the Pheu Thai Party on Monday called on the government to do more to combat inflation and curb energy prices. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254143-opposition-leader-calls-on-government-to-do-more-to-reduce-fuel-prices/

By Cod Satrusayang The deputy leader of the Pheu Thai Party on Monday called on the government to do more to combat inflation and curb energy prices. The rise in global energy prices due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the rise in inflation has hit Thailand’s manufacturing and agricultural sectors hard with the poorest feeling the brunt of the knock-on effects. “Prime Minister Prayut [Chan-ocha] must do all he can to lower energy prices to help and reduce the people’s cost of living,” said Pichai Naripthaphan, the Pheu Thai Deputy Leader. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/38752/opposition-leader-calls-on-government-to-do-more-to-reduce-fuel-prices/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Seven injured as Bangkok bound tour bus overturns on Friendship Highway in Korat INN reported that four women and 3 men were injured after a tour bus from Mukhdahan bound for Bangkok overturned on Mitraphap (Friendship) Highway. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254142-seven-injured-as-bangkok-bound-tour-bus-overturns-on-friendship-highway-in-korat/

Picture: INN INN reported that four women and 3 men were injured after a tour bus from Mukhdahan bound for Bangkok overturned on Mitraphap (Friendship) Highway. The accident happened outside the Wang Poo company between KM markers 191 and 193 in Nong Sung district heading into Nakhon Ratchasima on Saturday. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe The injured were taken to Nong Sung hospital as an investigation began into what happened. Health insurance plans that meet the long stay visa requirements -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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: INN

Thaksin's daughter could become Thailand's next prime minister as Shinawatra's set for comeback Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath have suggested that Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra might be a candidate for Thailand's next PM. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254140-thaksins-daughter-could-become-thailands-next-prime-minister-as-shinawatras-set-for-comeback/

Picture: Siam Rath Siam Rath have suggested that Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra might be a candidate for Thailand's next PM. They reported that the woman known as Ing - now in her mid 30s - is the chairwoman of the Pheu Thai party's Engagement and Innovation Advisory Board and widely seen as the head of the "Pheu Thai" family. Thaksin has been in self imposed exile since 2008 after being tried in absentia for corruption. He was ousted in a coup in 2006. Ing played down her possibile candidature saying that it was not all about her. But she said that the party was ready once again to serve the people. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe What happened to her would have to wait until the House is dissolved, "then we'll see" she said. In an interview she spoke of the 23 year history of Thai Rak Thai and how it morphed into Pheu Thai. In relation to her father - often seen as the driving force behind the party she said: "My dad wants to come back to Thailand to take care of his family. "He's not in charge of Pheu Thai any more but we always consult him of course. "You wouldn't expect anything otherwise in a close family like ours". Thaksin's sister Yingluck also served as PM of Thailand before she was ousted by the current government of Prayuth Chan-ocha whose tenure has lasted since 2014. Health insurance plans that meet the long stay visa requirements -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Heavy Rain Warning Issued BANGKOK, March 21 (TNA) – The Meteorological Department issued a warning on tropical depression over the Bay of Bengal, which would cause very heavy rain in the western coast of the southern region on March 21 and 22. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254139-heavy-rain-warning-issued/

BANGKOK, March 21 (TNA) – The Meteorological Department issued a warning on tropical depression over the Bay of Bengal, which would cause very heavy rain in the western coast of the southern region on March 21 and 22. The department said at 4 am today, the tropical depression over the middle part of the Bay of Bengal is moving slightly north-northwest with the maximum sustained winds about 55 km/hr. It is expected to make landfall over Myanmar by tomorrow (March 22). While the strong southerly and the southeasterly winds prevail across the North, the Central the East and the South. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Full story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-906691 -- © Copyright TNA 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Belgian expat in Cha Am uses his entrepreneurial spirit to make craft gin and chocolate By Jonathan Fairfield Ronny De Wolf. Image by Patrick Jacobs Amid strict regulation and fierce competition, a Belgian expat in Cha Am is showing true entrepreneurial spirit having opened his own craft alcohol distillery and chocolate making facility. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254138-belgian-expat-in-cha-am-uses-his-entrepreneurial-spirit-to-make-craft-gin-and-chocolate/

Ronny De Wolf. Image by Patrick Jacobs By Jonathan Fairfield Amid strict regulation and fierce competition, a Belgian expat in Cha Am is showing true entrepreneurial spirit having opened his own craft alcohol distillery and chocolate making facility. Fifty five year old Ronny De Wolf hails from Wieze in Belgium, an area well known for its beer brewing and chocolate making. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Prior to moving to Cha Am, Ronny had a varied and interesting career. A serial entrepreneur, at one time he was running five different businesses, which included an exhibition organiser, a food truck operation and a brewery. And after spending just five minutes in Ronny’s company, you can’t help but warm to his infectious personality and his passion for his distillery and chocolate making (more on that later). -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Murder suspected as man plowing land finds corpse wrapped in bank's vinyl sign Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that a man out plowing land ahead of planting vegetables got out of his tractor when he saw a mysterious vinyl sign on the land. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254133-murder-suspected-as-man-plowing-land-finds-corpse-wrapped-in-banks-vinyl-sign/

Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported that a man out plowing land ahead of planting vegetables got out of his tractor when he saw a mysterious vinyl sign on the land. Wrapped in the BAAC bank sign were rotting human remains. Keng Hang Maew police, in Chanthaburi eastern Thailand, were called and discovered that it was the remains of a man who had been wearing Nike Zoom shoes. He'd been dead at least a month. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Lt-Col Phoomsit Markkhianpay said that at the end of December 2021 they had received a report of a missing person. The relatives have been contacted to perhaps identify the clothes and shoes. Police suspect murder and concealment of a corpse, after the discovery yesterday evening. Health insurance plans that meet the long stay visa requirements -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Rider on 650 cc bike and pillion passenger both dead after collision with drunk van driver Picture: Thai Rath Phasi Charoen police and rescue services were called to Phutthamonthon Sai 1 just after midnight this morning for a double fatality. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254128-rider-on-650-cc-bike-and-pillion-passenger-both-dead-after-collision-with-drunk-van-driver/

Picture: Thai Rath Phasi Charoen police and rescue services were called to Phutthamonthon Sai 1 just after midnight this morning for a double fatality. It happened outside the Chaba restaurant when a Hyundai van was leaving and entering the second lane of the three lane road. The Honda CBR 650 skidded 100 meters down the road. Dead at the scene from a broken neck and facial injuries was 29 year old Jatupong. His pillion passenger was not carrying ID and Thai Rath didn't say if it was a man or a woman but was also dead. Both were taken to Sirirat Hospital for autopsy. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe The van driver had been with 7/8 family members enjoying themselves at a party at a khao tom restaurant before leaving. Phasi Charoen police took the driver in and he was over the alcohol limit. He was charged with DUI - other charges may follow. Health insurance plans that meet the long stay visa requirements -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Microsleep again! Thai driver on way home does this to his van Picture: Siam Rath A Thai driver on his way home in Phayathai told Siam Rath that he experienced "lap nai" - a microsleep. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254127-microsleep-again-thai-driver-on-way-home-does-this-to-his-van/

Picture: Siam Rath A Thai driver on his way home in Phayathai told Siam Rath that he experienced "lap nai" - a microsleep. Sorawit, 58, had been doing some personal business and was in his Hyundai H1 van and was about to cross the Phayathai Intersection inbound on Sri Ayutthaya Road. He nodded off and hit a concrete barrier then plowed into a height restriction sign and ended up on his side. He smashed his way out and said he was lucky to only be slightly injured. Poh Teck Tung rescue saw him to Phayathai 1 Hospital. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Phayathai police attended the scene at 12.10 am Sunday finding the van on its side with its front left wheel off. There are signs all over Thailand warning about falling asleep at the wheel, a common cause of accidents, notes ASEAN NOW. Health insurance plans that meet the long stay visa requirements -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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 reports 23,441 new COVID-19 cases, 88 deaths, 23,153 recoveries File photo Thailand on Monday (March 21) reported 23,441 new COVID-19 cases, 23,153 recoveries and 88 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254117-thailand-reports-23441-new-covid-19-cases-88-deaths-23153-recoveries/ //CLOSED// /Admin

Thailand reports 23,441 new COVID-19 cases, 88 deaths, 23,153 recoveries File photo Thailand on Monday (March 21) reported 23,441 new COVID-19 cases, 23,153 recoveries and 88 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254117-thailand-reports-23441-new-covid-19-cases-88-deaths-23153-recoveries/

File photo Thailand on Monday (March 21) reported 23,441 new COVID-19 cases, 23,153 recoveries and 88 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Monday’s cases bring the total number of COVID-19 infections in Thailand to 3,377,410 with 24,334 deaths. The news comes as the World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the discovery of the Deltacron coronavirus hybrid variant in several countries, including the United Kingdom, France and Brazil. No Deltacron patients have so far been detected in Thailand by an ongoing viral genome sequencing effort. Supakit Sirilak, director-general of the Department of Medical Sciences (DMSC), elaborated on precautions being taken against the Deltacron hybrid variant, saying outbreaks have been detected in Europe since January.* *NNT contributed to this report Discover Cigna’s range of health insurance solutions created for expats and local nationals living in Thailand - click to view Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

Would you pay THB25K to watch Liverpool v United in a friendly? by Michael Bridge English Premier League giants Manchester United and Liverpool will be meeting in an exhibition match in Bangkok in July. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254114-would-you-pay-thb25k-to-watch-liverpool-v-united-in-a-friendly/

by Michael Bridge English Premier League giants Manchester United and Liverpool will be meeting in an exhibition match in Bangkok in July. Fresh Air Festival said it had signed a deal to bring the duo to play at the Rajamangala National Stadium on Tuesday, July 12. A match between Liverpool and United is being billed as the 'Red War' by the Thai media and fans. The July event is dubbed 'THE MATCH Bangkok Century Cup 2022'. (Really!!!) The organisers said the clubs had promised to come with their full squads. It said the match would help boost the country's flagging economy and create a positive image of Thailand which wants to become a hub for sports tourism. Liverpool and Manchester United, widely known as Man U in this part of the world, are the most popular football teams among Thai fans. Liverpool are managed by Juergen Klopp, while United are under interim manager Ralf Rangnick. Liverpool are currently second in the Premier League, and Man U around 6th. Surely the star attraction must be Cristiano Ronaldo, however, there are rumors he may be leaving Man U in the summer. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Obviously Thai fans love Liverpool, as many of their parents were supporting the reds back in the 60’s when they were at the top. But it is insane to think that the organisers really believe that fans will pay up to THB25,000 for a ticket to watch these pampered millionaires prance around the Rajamangala National Stadium in the sweltering heat of the summer. The cheapest seat is THB5,000 which is £114.00, and fans are restricted to buying a maximum of just four tickets. Back in the UK, ww.safefootballtickets.com offer seats for category A fixtures at Anfield (Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspurs, Everton, Arsenal) for £44 to £52. Seems the Thai organisers are comparing this friendly to a title match against Man City!!! They would be better off all playing for free and getting fans to donate for looking after Ukraine refuges in Thailand. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

World’s richest footballer is playing for a Thai League 1 team By Online Reporter Faiq Bolkiah. Image: Chonburi FC The world’s richest footballer has signed for Thai League 1 team Chonburi FC, in a bid to resurrect his career. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254110-world’s-richest-footballer-is-playing-for-a-thai-league-1-team/

Faiq Bolkiah. Image: Chonburi FC By Online Reporter The world’s richest footballer has signed for Thai League 1 team Chonburi FC, in a bid to resurrect his career. Faiq Bolkiah, 23, is the nephew of the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam and an heir to a fortune said to be worth USD 20 billion. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe He signed for Chonburi FC in December after being released by Portuguese side Maritimo, where he failed to make a single appearance. However, his debut for Chonburi FC in January saw Bolkiah become the first Bruneian to play in the Thai League 1 and the first Bruneian to play for an overseas top division team. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/thailand-news/worlds-richest-footballer-is-playing-for-a-thai-league-1-team/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-03-21 - Aetna 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

COVID-19 restrictions eased in Phetchaburi but not in Prachuap Khiri Khan ByOnline Reporter Phra Nakhon Khiri, Phetchaburi. File Photo. The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced an easing of restrictions in more than 24 provinces, including Phetchaburi. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254109-covid-19-restrictions-eased-in-phetchaburi-but-not-in-prachuap-khiri-khan/