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Thai woman missing in Bang Yai, Nonthaburi, last seen in taxi by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A Thai woman has been reported missing since September 28. She was last seen leaving her condominium near Westgate in the evening and has not been in contact with her family, friends, or workplace since. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339592-thai-woman-missing-in-bang-yai-nonthaburi-last-seen-in-taxi/

A Thai woman has been reported missing since September 28. She was last seen leaving her condominium near Westgate in the evening and has not been in contact with her family, friends, or workplace since. Her concerned friends and family have been unable to reach her as she was not carrying her mobile phone or any other communication devices at the time of her disappearance. A Facebook user, Thanita Na Lampang, posted a video clip seeking assistance in finding the missing woman, Pakamon Ongart. According to the post, Pakamon, approximately 30 years old, was last seen in a pink dress and carrying a brown and white shoulder bag. She was captured on CCTV taking a green and yellow taxi from the Bang Yai market area yesterday, September 30. “We are looking for a missing person. Our senior, Pakamon Ongart, went missing from her condominium near Westgate on the evening of September 28. She has not returned home to her parents, did not go to work, and has not contacted any friends. She was not carrying her mobile phone or any communication devices. Everyone is very worried. If anyone sees her, please let us know.” Further details provided in the post specify that Pakamon was seen getting into a green and yellow taxi from the Bang Yai market area. Pakamon’s friends, Thanita and King expressed their deep concern and urged anyone with information on Pakamon’s whereabouts to come forward, reported KhaoSod. “She was wearing a pink dress and carrying a brown and white shoulder bag when she was last seen. She took a green and yellow taxi from the Bang Yai market area. If anyone has any information, please provide any leads. Thank you very much.” Contact numbers 063-2056383 (Neet) and 084-1319632 (King) have been provided for anyone with information to reach out. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-02

Electric scooter inferno: Sattahip park blaze leaves metal carnage by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail A peaceful evening at Nong Takian Park in Sattahip turned into a fiery spectacle when an electric scooter exploded into flames on Sunday, September 29, leaving behind nothing but a pile of scorched metal. Firefighters swooped in to save the day, dousing the blaze before it could engulf the surrounding area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339591-electric-scooter-inferno-sattahip-park-blaze-leaves-metal-carnage/

A peaceful evening at Nong Takian Park in Sattahip turned into a fiery spectacle when an electric scooter exploded into flames on Sunday, September 29, leaving behind nothing but a pile of scorched metal. Firefighters swooped in to save the day, dousing the blaze before it could engulf the surrounding area. The scooter’s owner, who had just returned from a routine market trip, described the terrifying moment. “I heard a loud popping sound, and before I could react, flames started erupting from the scooter.” In a desperate attempt to disconnect the battery, the owner was met with an uncontrollable fire, leaving the vehicle in ruins. Local police are now investigating the cause, with early reports pointing to a potential battery malfunction as the culprit. Thankfully, no one was injured, but officials are sounding the alarm for all electric scooter users. “This incident could have been much worse. Owners need to ensure their scooters are in good working order to avoid such disasters.” With the rise of electric scooters, incidents like this are a harsh reminder of the risks involved if proper care isn’t taken. Police urge users to regularly inspect their scooters, especially the battery, to avoid future explosions, reported Pattaya Mail. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-02

UPDATE: Death toll in bus blaze tragedy rises to 25, 22 students, 3 teachers by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ Fire & Rescue Thailand The death toll from a devastating bus blaze tragedy today on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok has soared to 25. Among the victims were 22 young students and three teachers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339544-school-bus-fire-claims-multiple-lives-and-injures-young-students-in-rangsit/?do=findComment&comment=19274438

UPDATE: Death toll in bus blaze tragedy rises to 25, 22 students, 3 teachers by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ Fire & Rescue Thailand The death toll from a devastating bus blaze tragedy today on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok has soared to 25. Among the victims were 22 young students and three teachers. According to a grim update by KhaoSod, the ill-fated coach was packed with 44 students, aged between three and nine, along with their devoted teachers from Wat Khao Phraya Sangkharam School in Uthai Thani. The group was eagerly heading to a field trip to Ayutthaya Historical Park and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand Learning Centre in Nonthaburi. Disaster struck when a tyre burst mid-journey, causing the driver to lose control of the bus. The vehicle then careened into a traffic barrier in the right lane, igniting a catastrophic fire that would claim the lives of so many. The media reported that the students from the school were travelling in three separate buses, and the fire broke out on bus number 3. After extinguishing the fire, rescuers examined the bus and discovered the tragic sight of more than 10 victims lying lifeless near the emergency exits and other car doors. Initially, Thai news agencies reported that 10 students lost their lives in the incident, 19 others managed to escape, while 15 remained missing. The latest update from KhaoSod at around 2pm revealed that 25 victims were killed in the bus fire, including 22 students and three teachers. Their ages and identities have not yet been disclosed. There has been no report regarding the coach driver. A surviving teacher told KhaoSod that she tried to evacuate each student but the doors would not open leaving many students and teachers trapped inside the vehicle. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reportedly broke down in tears upon hearing the news after a parliamentary meeting. She later cancelled her schedule and planned to visit the hospital to meet the victims. PM Paetongtarn shared on her X (Twitter) account… “I am aware of the fire on the bus from Uthai Thani, which was carrying students on a field trip when the fire broke out on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, near Bangkok, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. As a mother, I want to express my deepest condolences to the families of the injured and deceased. As the head of the government, I assigned Anutin Charnvirakul, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, and Sabida Thaiseth to rush to the scene. The government will ensure that all medical treatment and compensation for the affected families are fully provided.” One family, whose eight year old son Ong-art Jaisaen was on the trip, came forward to urge ThaiRath to share a missing poster of the boy, as they were desperate to know if he was safe. Many netizens sent their wishes for his safe return and hoped he would soon be reunited with his family. ORIGINAL STORY: BREAKING: 10 Thai kindergarten students killed in bus blaze Ten kindergarten students tragically lost their lives, and many others were injured, after a fire broke out on a coach during a school field trip outside Zeer Rangsit mall on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Pathum Thani province, near Bangkok. The blaze, which erupted on the coach at around 12.20pm today, October 1, was reported by the Facebook page Fire & Rescue Thailand. The ill-fated bus was carrying enthusiastic students from Wat Khao Phraya Sangkharam School in the central province of Uthai Thani, aged between four and five years old. The group was en route to a highly anticipated field trip when disaster struck. Of the 42 teachers and pupils on board, only 19 managed to escape the inferno in time. Firefighters from the Hongskul Khlong Luang 21 Rescue Foundation swiftly closed the road and battled the fierce flames. Although the blaze has now been brought under control, rescuers have yet to inspect the interior of the bus for safety reasons. According to a report from KhaoSod, ten kindergarten students were pronounced dead at the scene, and many others were injured. The identities and ages of the victims have not yet been disclosed. The Facebook news page Ton News, also known as Khon Khao Prakan, reported at about 1.10pm that six injured victims were rushed to the hospital. KhaoSod added that the students were on their way to the Ayutthaya Historical Park in the central province of Ayutthaya and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand Learning Centre in the central province of Nonthaburi. It is believed the cause of the fire was sparked when a tyre burst, making the bus crash into a traffic barrier. Shortly after, a loud noise emanated from inside the house. Upon investigation, Samphan discovered the house was engulfed in flames. Despite his efforts to douse the fire with water, it spread rapidly, prompting him to call for help. Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-02

Frozen in time: British expats losing out on pensions in Thailand by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Frozen in time: British expats losing out on pensions in Thailand. Photo courtesy of iNews UK Three British expats reveal their nightmare experiences of having their UK pension frozen, thanks to a government policy that leaves them with unadjusted savings, sparking widespread outrage. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339589-frozen-in-time-british-expats-losing-out-on-pensions-in-thailand/

Three British expats reveal their nightmare experiences of having their UK pension frozen, thanks to a government policy that leaves them with unadjusted savings, sparking widespread outrage. David McConkey believed he was heading for paradise when he retired to Bangkok in May this year. After 40 gruelling years as an electronics buyer, the 72 year old Scot was ready to bask in the sun, sandy beaches, and exotic cuisine of his favourite city. But his dream retirement turned into a financial nightmare when he discovered his UK state pension had been frozen. Despite decades of hard work and contributions, McConkey has been blindsided by a policy affecting 500,000 British expats. Unlike their counterparts in the UK, who enjoy annual increases through the triple lock system, expats like McConkey are left stranded with pensions stuck at their current rate. “I fully paid my contributions to the last penny, but now I am being penalised. People who emigrate to countries like the US get the annual uplift, but Thailand isn’t included. Why?” The triple lock guarantees UK pensioners an increase linked to inflation, wage growth, or 2.5%. Next April, this will mean an extra £460 (nearly 20,000 baht) a year for most. But expats like McConkey will miss out unless they live in a country with a reciprocal agreement with the UK. It’s not just McConkey who is struggling. George Lewis, a 76 year old British citizen, moved to Thailand in 2004 but now lives hand to mouth. “We don’t have heating bills but air conditioning is expensive, and fans just don’t cut it in 40-degree heat.” Another retiree, 76 year old Guy Lindsay-Watson, echoes the sentiment. “We are hardly coping.” The End Frozen Pensions campaign warns that many pensioners, including ex-nurses, firefighters, and police officers, now live in poverty. Some are even forced to return to the UK, putting extra strain on the NHS and social care system, reported iNews UK. “Government help is what we need, and we need it soon.” by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Frozen in time: British expats losing out on pensions in Thailand. Photo courtesy of iNews UK Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-02

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Two coach fire students in ICU, one may lose her eyesight Photo: Thai PBS World Two of the three injured students admitted to Rangsit Hospital are on ventilators in the intensive care unit (ICU), with one of them at serious risk of never seeing again. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339579-two-coach-fire-students-in-icu-one-may-lose-her-eyesight/

Forensic investigators have started collecting evidence from the ill-fated double-decked coach that caught fire today, killing 22 school students and three teachers. Investigation of fatal school coach fire gets underway Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339544-school-bus-fire-claims-multiple-lives-and-injures-young-students-in-rangsit/?do=findComment&comment=19274008 Photo: Thai PBS World

More than 20 children feared dead in Thailand bus crash The bus, carrying dozens of primary school age children, was returning from a trip north of Bangkok Pictures and video from responders Jonathan Head BBC News Reporting fromBangkok A bus carrying dozens of primary school children has crashed and caught fire just outside the Thai capital Bangkok. Sixteen children and three teachers are reported to have escaped, but 22 pupils and three teachers are still unaccounted for, according to the country's transport minister. Officials say they have found ten bodies on the bus, according to the BBC Thai service. Photographs show the bus completely destroyed by the fire. Investigators are said to have been unable to enter the vehicle because of the heat, according to local media. The bus was one of three that were carrying children and teachers returning from a school field trip in the northern province of Uthai Thani. Full story: BBC News -- 2024-10-01

Thai man attacked at Bangkok bar for protecting Chinese tourist by Petch Petpailin Photo via DailyNews A Thai man sustained a head injury after being attacked by a group of 10 men outside a bar in Bangkok for protecting a Chinese tourist. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339516-thai-man-attacked-at-bangkok-bar-for-protecting-chinese-tourist/

A Thai man sustained a head injury after being attacked by a group of 10 men outside a bar in Bangkok for protecting a Chinese tourist. The victim, 50 year old Rongrit Choomee, urged Thai news agencies to help him seek justice, as the gang that attacked him claimed to be powerful and well-connected with officers at Bangna Police Station in the Bangna district of Bangkok, where the incident took place. Advertisements Rongrit shared CCTV footage of the attack with the media but the video has not been made public. Screenshots from the footage, published by DailyNews, show Rongrit surrounded by a group of men in a car park. Women, believed to be Rongrit’s friends, were seen trying to intervene in the fight. In an interview with Channel 3, Rongrit revealed that he went to a bar on Soi Udomsuk 56 in the Bangna area of Bangkok at around 2.30am on September 22 with two female friends. While they were drinking, a Chinese tourist approached them and asked one of his female friends to dance with him. Rongrit allowed his friend to dance with the foreigner, as the man asked politely and did not appear to pose a threat. Unexpectedly, a group of 10 men, aged between 30 and 40 years old, who were also customers at the bar, approached him and encouraged him to attack the Chinese man for taking his friend away. The group reportedly said… “Beat up the Chinese man!” Repeated assaults on partygoers Rongrit refused to assault the Chinese man, which angered the gang. They insulted him with vulgar language. So, Rongrit decided to leave the bar and head to a nearby hotel. However, the gang followed him and punched him from behind near his ear. Rongrit explained that he previously suffered an injury near his ear during a car accident. The accident resulted in a fractured skull, requiring the removal of a section. The attack caused him a serious injury. Rongrit collapsed but managed to pull himself together and run to hide in the hotel. The gang attempted to follow him into the hotel but witnesses intervened. According to Rongrit, the gang waited outside the hotel for more than two hours before dispersing. Later, Rongrit learned from locals that this group of men assaulted other patrons at the venue on multiple occasions previously. He warned that this group poses a threat not only to local partygoers like himself but also to foreign tourists and he believes such incidents tarnish Thailand’s reputation and tourism industry. At the end of the interview, Rongrit provided an update on his health, saying that he recently underwent a brain scan due to persistent dizziness. Photo via DailyNews Photo via DailyNews by Petch Petpailin Photo via DailyNews Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-01

Batten down the hatches! Thailand braces for savage storms by Bright Choomanee Picture courtesy of Dominik QN, Unsplash Thailand is on high alert as the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) sounds the alarm for severe weather ahead. Expect torrential downpours, raging thunderstorms, and fierce winds to lash various regions, including the bustling capital, Bangkok. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for potential flash floods and landslides. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339515-batten-down-the-hatches-thailand-braces-for-savage-storms/

Thailand is on high alert as the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) sounds the alarm for severe weather ahead. Expect torrential downpours, raging thunderstorms, and fierce winds to lash various regions, including the bustling capital, Bangkok. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for potential flash floods and landslides. The TMD has forecasted that the upper part of Thailand will experience highly volatile weather over the next 24 hours. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy to very heavy rainfall are expected in the northern, northeastern, central, and eastern regions of the country, as well as in Bangkok and its surrounding areas. This weather pattern is attributed to a moderate high-pressure system or cool air mass from China, which has already spread over upper Vietnam. It is expected to extend over Laos and the South China Sea today. Additionally, a monsoon trough lies across the upper north and the upper northeastern parts of Thailand, converging into a low-pressure cell over upper Laos. Residents in the upper part of Thailand are urged to exercise caution due to the potential dangers posed by thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. The accumulated rain could lead to sudden flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in foothill areas near waterways and low-lying regions. People are advised to stay indoors, avoid sheltering under large trees or near weak advertising boards, and take care of their health during these changing weather conditions. The southwest monsoon, which is of moderate strength, currently prevails over the Andaman Sea, southern Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. The sea conditions in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are moderate, with wave heights ranging from 1 to 2 metres, and over 2 metres in areas experiencing thunderstorms. Mariners in these regions should proceed with caution and avoid sailing in stormy areas. Heavy rain In northern Thailand, there is an 80% chance of thunderstorms, accompanied by gusty winds and heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Phayao, Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Sukhothai, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. The temperature is expected to range from 23 to 27 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 30 to 34 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds blowing at 5 to 15 kilometres per hour. In the northeastern region, there is also an 80% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in some areas, including Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chaiyaphum, Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Maha Sarakham, Roi Et, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Ratchasima, Buriram, Surin, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani. The temperature will range from 22 to 26 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 32 to 34 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour. Central Thailand is forecasted to have a 70% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds, with heavy rainfall expected in some areas, particularly in Uthai Thani, Nakhon Sawan, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Lop Buri, Saraburi, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, and Kanchanaburi. The temperature will range from 24 to 26 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour. Thunderstorms In the eastern region, there is a 70% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds, with heavy rainfall expected in some areas, including Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Sa Kaeo, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. The temperature will range from 24 to 27 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds blowing at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves around 1 metre high, increasing to over 2 metres during thunderstorms. The southern region (east coast) will experience a 40% chance of thunderstorms, mostly in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat. The temperature will range from 24 to 26 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 32 to 36 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves around 1 metre high, increasing to over 2 metres during thunderstorms. The southern region (west coast) will see a 60% chance of thunderstorms, mostly in Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun. The temperature will range from 24 to 26 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 32 to 34 degrees Celsius at its highest. From Phuket upwards, southwesterly winds will blow at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves 1 to 2 metres high, increasing to over 2 metres during thunderstorms. From Krabi downwards, southwesterly winds will blow at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour, with waves around 1 metre high, increasing to over 1 metre during thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod. Bangkok and its surrounding areas will have a 70% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds, with heavy rainfall expected in some areas. The temperature will range from 26 to 27 degrees Celsius at its lowest and from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius at its highest, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour. by Bright Choomanee Picture courtesy of Dominik QN, Unsplash Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-10-01

Boozy Australian Tourist Restrained by Phuket Airport Police Picture: video screenshot Dramatic footage has surfaced of an inebriated Australian tourist being wrestled to the ground by armed police at Phuket International Airport in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339510-boozy-australian-tourist-restrained-by-phuket-airport-police/

Picture: video screenshot Dramatic footage has surfaced of an inebriated Australian tourist being wrestled to the ground by armed police at Phuket International Airport in Thailand. The intoxicated traveller was waiting for his flight home on September 22 when chaos erupted after a waitress refused to serve him more alcohol at an airport bar. Clad in shorts and a t-shirt, the Aussie staggered out, subsequently harassing fellow passengers, sparking a commotion. A group of police officers and airport staff quickly surrounded the unruly Aussie in an attempt to subdue him, but his drunken belligerence only escalated. The shocking video shows officers tackling him to the ground, with one officer repeatedly using a baton to keep him subdued. An Australian bystander who filmed the incident described the rowdy man as "very drunk." The serving airport waitress expressed her dismay over the Aussie’s behaviour. “I was really disappointed to see any Aussie, or anyone for that matter, behave this way. He was cut off at the bar and then tried to pick a fight with anyone who even glanced his way,” she said. The witness further explained how the unruly tourist was eventually restrained and held in a bathroom corridor, where he continued to harass passers-by. “When he was on the bench in handcuffs, he would start on anyone who made eye contact. I called him a flop and an embarrassment. He didn’t take it well,” the witness added. Picture: video screenshot Phuket Airport officials confirmed that the inebriated tourist was detained in an airport cell to sober up, causing him to miss his flight and rebook another, reported the Daily Mail. A spokesperson for Phuket International Airport gave an update on the incident. “The holidaymaker in the video was very drunk and aggressive. Police apprehended him at Gate 11, detained him until he sobered up, and then resolved the situation.” A sobering end to what should have been a smooth voyage home for the hapless Aussie. -- 2024-10-01

UPDATE British man 29, kills pal, 58, with fatal punch which smashed his head into pavement in drunken row outside Pattaya hotel. The Australian tourist has now reportedly died , as reported in the international media, after smashing his head on the pavement from his British friend throwing a fatal punch. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339285-two-friends-in-drunken-dispute-one-knocked-unconscious-after-argument-turns-violent/?do=findComment&comment=19272147

Thailand's Economy Faces Heavy Economic Burden from Tropical Storms FILe photo Thailand is grappling with escalating economic challenges as heavy rains and flooding wreak havoc across its provinces. Notably, tourist hotspots like Chiang Mai and Phuket are suffering, threatening the national economy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339502-thailands-economy-faces-heavy-economic-burden-from-tropical-storms/

FILe photo Thailand is grappling with escalating economic challenges as heavy rains and flooding wreak havoc across its provinces. Notably, tourist hotspots like Chiang Mai and Phuket are suffering, threatening the national economy. In northern Chiang Rai, flash floods and landslides triggered by Super Cyclone Yagi have inflicted significant damage. This storm, having ravaged Vietnam and bringing severe rains to Myanmar and Thailand, has left an indelible mark. The Federation of Thai Industries estimates an economic toll of up to 27 billion baht from the initial flooding wave. Subsequently, Lampang and Chiang Mai experienced flash floods from Tropical Storm Soulik. According to Krungsri Research, total losses from this year’s flooding could rise to 46.5 billion baht, equating to 0.27% of the country's GDP. Efficient disaster management by the government and proactive measures by the private sector, such as enhancing water drainage systems, could mitigate these impacts. The aftermath could be less severe than the devastating 2011 floods if precautions are in place, according to the research. The future economic burden also depends on how many storms from the Pacific Ocean will hit Thailand. “About nine storms are expected to develop in the Pacific, but only about 10% might make landfall in Thailand,” explains Seree Supratid, director at Rangsit University’s Climate Change Center. This uncertainty adds to the economic tension. Compared to countries like Vietnam, Thailand's geographical positioning provides some respite as it is less prone to direct impacts from super typhoons. Nevertheless, the nation cannot avoid heavy rains and consequential damage. Experts warn that severe flooding in Bangkok, the nation’s financial hub, could be catastrophic. Rising sea levels pose a long-term threat, and authorities are exploring strategies such as land reclamation to protect vulnerable areas, reported Thai PBS. Proactive planning and significant investment in disaster preparedness are crucial to safeguard Thailand's economic stability in the face of these recurring natural disasters. -- 2024-10-01

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 1 October 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339498-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-1-october-2024/

NEWS - 01-October.mp4 The Deputy Prime Minister, who also serves as the Transport Minister, has instructed all agencies to ensure that future plans for building electric train networks outside of Bangkok do not impact important historical sites. This directive follows plans to expand electric rail systems in cities such as Chiang Mai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Phuket, and Phitsanulok, with special focus on Chiang Mai due to its numerous historical landmarks. The tech giant Google plans to invest $1 billion dollars to build its first data and cloud center here. President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, Ruth Porat was welcomed by Prime minister Petongtarn at the Government House yesterday. The Deputy Finance Minister is urging state agencies to discuss the government's plan to allow casinos in entertainment complexes. The focus will be on tax collection, involving the Customs, Revenues, and Excise departments. Private investors will be allowed to participate, but clear regulations must be established once the bill passes. adding this process may take time. Narcotics officers report they seized more than 380 million methamphetamine, so far this year 2024. An increase of 56 percent over the previous year. The department also seized more than 4 billion baht's worth of assets acquired through drug money. National park authorities will reopen the famous Maya Bay beach and two others in the province of Krabi today after being closed during August and September to help the area rejuvenate and support local coral. Maya Bay became famous 23 years ago as the location for the movie "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Across the region KATHMANDU — Search and rescue teams are still searching for survivors as the death toll has climbed to at least 200. Entire neighborhoods in Kathmandu were flooded following the heaviest rainfall in over 20 years, with landslides blocking highways and temporarily cutting off the capital from the rest of Nepal. Todays Weather Chiang Mai and the north: Thunderstorms 28C degrees celsius Bangkok: sunny with thunderstorms 33C Pattaya: cloudy Thundershowers 31C Phuket and the south: cloudy with showers 30C Hua Hin: sunny becoming cloudy with heavy rain showers likely this afternoon 32C Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Wunderground.com The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Windy.com. -- SURF 102.5 FM 2024-10-01 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5

Wife and Mistress Fight, Husband Intervenes and Injures Wife Picture courtesy: 3PlusNews On September 29, 2024, police in Samut Prakan received reports of a violent altercation resulting in injuries in Pak Nam, Muang District. Responding officers, along with paramedics from the Samut Prakan Municipality, arrived at the scene to investigate. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339497-wife-and-mistress-fight-husband-intervenes-and-injures-wife/

On September 29, 2024, police in Samut Prakan received reports of a violent altercation resulting in injuries in Pak Nam, Muang District. Responding officers, along with paramedics from the Samut Prakan Municipality, arrived at the scene to investigate. Upon arrival, they found 42-year-old Ms. Pornpen lying on the sidewalk with a laceration above her right eyebrow, swelling on the back of her head, and pain in her lower back. Paramedics provided initial first aid before transporting her to the hospital. The street was littered with broken stones, and a pair of gray sandals was scattered nearby. Witnesses at the scene, who attempted to intervene, explained that the fight arose from a dispute between the wife and the mistress. The wife threw stones at the mistress before running over to engage in a physical confrontation. The husband then intervened and kicked the wife in the back twice, resulting in her injury. One witness stepped in to separate the two women and called the police for assistance, reported 3Plus News. Authorities conducted an investigation at the scene, documenting the incident and advising the injured wife that she could pursue legal action after receiving treatment. She was encouraged to file a report with the police once she arrived at the station. Picture courtesy: 3PlusNews -- 2024-10-01