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Hua Hin Red Cross Fair to be held from February 24 to March 4 By Online Reporter Hua Hin is gearing up for its annual philanthropic efforts, the “26th Red Cross Fair and Hua Hin District’s Best Products” event, slated to run from February 24 to March 4, 2024. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319471-hua-hin-red-cross-fair-to-be-held-from-february-24-to-march-4/

Hua Hin is gearing up for its annual philanthropic efforts, the “26th Red Cross Fair and Hua Hin District’s Best Products” event, slated to run from February 24 to March 4, 2024. This year’s fair, organized by the Hua Hin District in collaboration with the local Red Cross Chapter, promises a mix of local culture, and community service, on the large open site on Soi Hua Hin 102, just behind BluPort Hua Hin. The festivities were kicked off with a promotional car parade on February 7, led by Mr Polkrit Puangwalaisin, the District Chief of Hua Hin, alongside a host of notable figures including Mrs. Usa Puangwalaisin, President of the Hua Hin Red Cross Chapter, and Mr. Nopporn Wutikul, Mayor of Hua Hin. The parade, featuring nearly 20 small four-wheeled vehicles, wound its way through the streets of Hua Hin town, drawing attention to the upcoming fair. Mr Polkrit at a press conference held at The Square in front of Blueport Hua Hin Resort Mall, outlined the fair’s charitable goals. He highlighted the event’s dual purpose: to raise funds for disaster relief efforts, and to support the underprivileged, disabled, and disadvantaged in the Hua Hin District. By Online Reporter Full story: HUA HIN TODAY 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 9 February 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319470-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-9-february-2024/

The government has brushed aside a warning issued by the National Anti-Corruption Commission against the government's 10,000-baht digital wallet handout scheme. One MP said the government is willing to listen to ensure the scheme will be implemented in line with the law. Adding The Anti Corruption Commission should calm down as the scheme has not yet started. Police have detained a tourist for opening an emergency door on a flight as it was about to take off from ChiangMai airport on Wednesday. Mr. Wong, a 40-year-old Chinese-Canadian computer engineer, opened the door releasing the evacuation slide which unfolded. The aircraft became stuck in the middle of the runway and caused delays to 13 other flights and disruption to more than 2000 other passengers. The ministry of Finance has recommended a series of measures to the government to improve the property sector and stimulate the economy, The deputy finance minister said the aim was to relieve the financial burden for those who want to own a home, particularly low-income earners, expand effective housing demand which would lead to improved economic stability. Bangkok’s local authorities have called on those celebrating Chinese New Year to use electric candles and joss sticks to reduce the risk of fire and air pollution. Locally 8 year old Shane and his father Sam made another attempt to Kite foil cross the gulf of Thailand yesterday, Their goal was to achieve the crossing before Shane’s 9th birthday on Sunday. They set off from Hua hin beach at lunch time and completed the 107 kilometer adventure in just over 4 hours, arriving at Jomtien before sunset. Around the region Hong Kong immigration authorities have introduced a national security risk test for all visa applicants to prevent people who pose a threat from entering the city, but they insist it will not target foreign journalists and academics. The Director of Immigration said that his department would evaluate the background and past statements of visa applicants to determine whether they posed a risk to national security. WEATHER Chiang Mai and the north: Sunny 35C Bangkok: Sunny partly cloudy 34C Pattaya: Sunny partly cloudy, isolated shower this afternoon 33C Phuket and the south: Sunny partly cloudy 33C Hua Hin: Sunny 33C AQI YELLOW to orange, MODERATE to HIGH Green clear, yellow light, Orange High, Red unhealthy. Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com -- SURF 102.5 FM 2024-02-09 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Further Privileges Anticipated For ‘Untouchable’ Thaksin After Release On Parole By Thai Newsroom Reporters De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, left, and ex-Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong. Both photos: Thai Rath DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be given further privileges even after he has been released on parole later this month, according to a former lawmaker. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319468-further-privileges-anticipated-for-‘untouchable’-thaksin-after-release-on-parole/

DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be given further privileges even after he has been released on parole later this month, according to a former lawmaker. Ex-Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong today (Feb.8) posted on his Facebook page to say the authorities might probably allegedly look to sustain double-standard favours for the de facto Pheu Thai boss to the extent that no ankle bracelet be attached as otherwise enforced upon others on parole. Thepthai was apparently referring to government officials dutifully taking care of the “sickly, untouchable” convict, ranging from those of the Corrections Department and Police Hospital to the Probation Department. The billionaire, politically powerful Thaksin, speculated to be released on parole as soon as Feb.18, would likely return to his Chan Song Lah residence without an ankle bracelet since he has been virtually treated as an “angel convict” by the authorities so far, Thepthai said. By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP: De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, left, and ex-Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong. Both photos: Thai Rath Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Na Jomtien Pickup Truck-Golf Cart Collision Leaves Two Foreign Tourists Injured By Aim Tanakorn Sattahip —A collision between a pickup truck and a golf cart in Chonburi’s Sattahip district on Wednesday, February 7th, left two foreigners seriously injured. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319459-na-jomtien-pickup-truck-golf-cart-collision-leaves-two-foreign-tourists-injured/

Sattahip —A collision between a pickup truck and a golf cart in Chonburi’s Sattahip district on Wednesday, February 7th, left two foreigners seriously injured. The accident took place at the entrance of a hotel in Na Jomtien around 12:10 PM, prompting an immediate response from the Sawangrojanatham Foundation. Upon arrival, rescue workers found a Toyota Vigo pickup truck had collided with a golf cart. Both vehicles bore significant damage. The driver of the pickup, 20-year-old Mr. Htet Naing Lin, a Myanmar national, stood at the scene uninjured, waiting to cooperate with authorities. Three individuals were found critically injured and scattered across the road. These included Mr. Kornthawat Khongsamran (33), the golf cart driver, Mr. Daniel Berner (51), an Israeli tourist, and Ms. Yuka Mizoguchi (59), a Japanese tourist. Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe By Aim Tanakorn

Pattaya Officials Conduct Inspections to Ensure Safety and Positive Image for Tourists By Aim Tanakorn Pattaya — In a proactive move to ensure safety and maintain a positive image for tourists, Mr. Weekit Manarojkit, the district chief of Banglamung, conducted surprise inspections of entertainment venues in Pattaya on Wednesday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319458-pattaya-officials-conduct-inspections-to-ensure-safety-and-positive-image-for-tourists/

Pattaya — In a proactive move to ensure safety and maintain a positive image for tourists, Mr. Weekit Manarojkit, the district chief of Banglamung, conducted surprise inspections of entertainment venues in Pattaya on Wednesday. On February 7th, Mr. Weekit led a massive team of district officials, Pattaya police, and tourist police to patrol key areas like Walking Street in South Pattaya. This pedestrian zone attracted a large number of tourists, particularly young visitors, both from Thailand and abroad, Mr. Weekit said. The focus of the operation was to ensure venue operators’ adherence to regulations regarding age restrictions, drug use, and weapons. Thankfully, no legal violations were identified during the inspection. Mr. Weekit stated to The Pattaya News that he would launch similar surprise inspections on a regular basis to maintain Pattaya’s positive image as a tourist destination, guarantee safety for all visitors, and foster a sense of security. By Aim Tanakorn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Japanese Ex-pat Allegedly Attacked by Yakuza Gang Seeks Legal Aid in Thailand By Kittisak Phalaharn Bangkok—On February 7th, 2024, Mr. Ekkapop Laungprasert, the Advisor to the Minister of the Interior and the founder of the Sai Mai Tong Rot Facebook page, brought a Japanese victim who allegedly was physically attacked by a Japanese gang, resulting in a serious physical condition, to receive legal assistance. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319457-japanese-ex-pat-allegedly-attacked-by-yakuza-gang-seeks-legal-aid-in-thailand/

Bangkok—On February 7th, 2024, Mr. Ekkapop Laungprasert, the Advisor to the Minister of the Interior and the founder of the Sai Mai Tong Rot Facebook page, brought a Japanese victim who allegedly was physically attacked by a Japanese gang, resulting in a serious physical condition, to receive legal assistance. The Japanese victim, 35, publicly identified only as Mr. Tetsuo, also held Peruvian nationality after living in Peru for a while. Tetsuo moved and opened a business in Thailand, however, he stated that he was physically attacked by five Japanese gang members on October 18th, 2022. Tetsuo then filed a report to Khlong Tan police in early 2023 against the suspects for causing serious bodily injury to another person offenses, according to Ekkapop. However, a prosecutor instead ordered charges of assault causing bodily injury to another person, a lesser charge, resulting in two months imprisonment, but with all sentences suspended. The Japanese victim therefore felt that Thai law had not been conducted fairly, according to Ekkapop. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai teacher’s ex-boyfriend surrenders after holding students hostage (video) by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ พิชานน โอ โคตรสถาน A Thai gunman surrendered to the police after holding students and his ex-girlfriend, who is a teacher, hostage at a school in the Isaan province of Mahasarakham. Fortunately, all students and teachers emerged unharmed from the incident. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319456-thai-teacher’s-ex-boyfriend-surrenders-after-holding-students-hostage-video/

A Thai gunman surrendered to the police after holding students and his ex-girlfriend, who is a teacher, hostage at a school in the Isaan province of Mahasarakham. Fortunately, all students and teachers emerged unharmed from the incident. The gunman, whose identity remains undisclosed, broke into Ban Kwao Tung School in the Phayakkhaphum Phisai district of Mahasarakham province at about 1.30pm today, February 8. He fired one shot before going to the classroom where his ex-girlfriend was working. The man then locked his girlfriend in the classroom with an unidentified number of students. Other teachers reported the matter to Phayakkhaphum Phisai Police Station and gradually moved the rest of the students out of the area for safety. Police arrived at the scene and successfully persuaded the gunman to allow his girlfriend and the students to leave, aiming to resolve the situation peacefully. Despite the gunman’s initial silence, officers brought some of his family members to assist in negotiations. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ พิชานน โอ โคตรสถาน Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

13 year old boy falls to his death from 7th floor of school by Petch Petpailin Photo via SiamRath A 13 year old boy tragically fell to his death from the seventh floor of a school building in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi province near Bangkok yesterday, February 7. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319455-13-year-old-boy-falls-to-his-death-from-7th-floor-of-school/

Photo via SiamRath A 13 year old boy tragically fell to his death from the seventh floor of a school building in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi province near Bangkok yesterday, February 7. The boy’s mother, Jiraporn, revealed to Amarin TV that she was notified of the tragic news yesterday, February 7, that her son, Pepe, accidentally fell off the school building. She hurried to the school and found the rescue team transporting him to the emergency car. Jiraporn said she followed the rescue team to Panyananthaphikkhu Chonprathan Medical Center in her car and saw a medical worker performing CPR on Pepe. The doctor told her that Pepe’s legs were broken. His brain and abdomen were bleeding. The doctor said she could lose her son if he did not respond to treatment within 30 minutes. by Petch Petpailin Photo via SiamRath Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Misleading GPS directions left female driver stranded in Phetchabun (video) by Samantha Rose Photo courtesy of Sanook A driver’s reliance on her GPS turned into an unexpected off-road adventure as she attempted to reach a coffee shop in Khao Kho, Phetchabun, resulting in the vehicle becoming stuck and necessitating assistance. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319454-misleading-gps-directions-left-female-driver-stranded-in-phetchabun-video/

Photo courtesy of Sanook A driver’s reliance on her GPS turned into an unexpected off-road adventure as she attempted to reach a coffee shop in Khao Kho, Phetchabun, resulting in the vehicle becoming stuck and necessitating assistance. The incident, captured on video and shared on TikTok by user @tulip_kunyapak, has attracted nearly 2 million views. The driver yesterday set out for a coffee shop in the picturesque hills of Khao Kho, guided by the seemingly infallible Google Maps. What was anticipated to be a simple drive morphed into a treacherous journey, with the GPS leading the car through increasingly rugged terrain. The journey took a turn for the worse as the vehicle, brand new with its red registration sticker still visible, became trapped in a deep rut amidst the mountainous landscape. The driver’s plight, recorded and shared on TikTok, included a video that has since gone viral. It depicted the driver’s struggle as their vehicle, unable to scale the steep and rough path, eventually succumbed to the elements. by Samantha Rose Photo courtesy of Sanook Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai Airways responds to Chiang Mai Airport door incident by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Thai Airways addressed a recent incident at Chiang Mai Airport where a Canadian passenger’s attempt to open an aircraft door while waiting for takeoff caused several flights to circle without being able to land. The disruption occurred yesterday (February 7), leading to temporary chaos as flights were unable to touch down at the airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319453-thai-airways-responds-to-chiang-mai-airport-door-incident/

Thai Airways addressed a recent incident at Chiang Mai Airport where a Canadian passenger’s attempt to open an aircraft door while waiting for takeoff caused several flights to circle without being able to land. The disruption occurred yesterday (February 7), leading to temporary chaos as flights were unable to touch down at the airport. Chiang Mai Airport experienced significant disruption when the 40 year old passenger, Wong Sai Heung, reportedly in a state of panic, tried to open the door of a plane preparing to depart. This action halted the departure of flight TG121, scheduled to leave Chiang Mai at 9.05pm, and kept the aircraft on runway head 36 in Chiang Mai for a period. The following day, February 8, Thai Airways Public Company Limited explained the delay of flight TG121 from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. The flight was operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, which was in a line-up phase on the runway when the incident occurred. by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Immigration braces for surge in Chinese New Year arrivals in Thailand By Peter Roche Thailand’s Immigration Bureau is preparing for a surge in foreign arrivals over Chinese New Year, with particular attention being paid to the automatic biometrics kiosks at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319452-immigration-braces-for-surge-in-chinese-new-year-arrivals-in-thailand/

Thailand’s Immigration Bureau is preparing for a surge in foreign arrivals over Chinese New Year, with particular attention being paid to the automatic biometrics kiosks at Suvarnabhumi Airport. On January 24, a breakdown in the immigration checking kiosks caused long queues at the airport, with extra immigration officers having to be drafted in to carry out manual checks. Nation Thailand reports that the bureau has pledged there will be no repeat of that scenario. Ittiphol Itthisarnronnchai, chief of the Immigration Bureau, says his office has been working with Airports of Thailand to ensure there is no further system breakdown. By Peter Roche Full story: PhuketGO 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Two Overstaying Nigerians and a Thai Woman Arrested in Phuket Romance Scam, Cocaine Also Found By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – Two overstaying Nigerian men found possessing cocaine and a Thai woman were arrested in Thalang for alleged involvement in a romance scam. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319450-two-overstaying-nigerians-and-a-thai-woman-arrested-in-phuket-romance-scam/

Phuket – Two overstaying Nigerian men found possessing cocaine and a Thai woman were arrested in Thalang for alleged involvement in a romance scam. The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express that on Thursday (February 8th) they arrested the wanted Thai suspect, identified only as Ms. Kanyanat, 32, at a housing estate in Thep Krasattri sub-district. The arrest warrant was issued by the Samut Prakan Provincial Court. She is being accused of fraud by importing distorted information into a computer system. Police also arrested two Nigerian men at the house. One of them was on 1,401 days of overstay. He was found with 8 grams of cocaine and the other man was on 1,728 days overstay. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-02-09 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

British Man Arrested For Allegedly Exchanging Counterfeit Money in Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – A British man was arrested after he allegedly exchanged fake money at an exchange booth in Phuket. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319449-british-man-arrested-for-allegedly-exchanging-counterfeit-money-in-phuket/