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Blind Man Run Over By Train After Getting Off At The Wrong Station by TNR Staff Nong Pla Duk railway station where the blind man died today, Feb. 2,2024. Photo: Matichon A VISUALLY IMPAIRED man died upon being hit by a train after mistakenly getting off at the wrong station during his journey from Nakhon Si Thammarat in the south to Nakhon Pathom in the central region, Matichon newspaper said this afternoon (Feb. 2). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318811-blind-man-run-over-by-train-after-getting-off-at-the-wrong-station/

A VISUALLY IMPAIRED man died upon being hit by a train after mistakenly getting off at the wrong station during his journey from Nakhon Si Thammarat in the south to Nakhon Pathom in the central region, Matichon newspaper said this afternoon (Feb. 2). A team from Ban Pong police station, Ratchaburi province which is also in the central region, rushed to Nong Pla Duk railway station upon being alerted of a man being hit by a train there. At the scene they found the body of the unidentified 45-year-old blind man on the train tracks and on the platform was a large backpack and a white cane. Also found was an ID card for the visually impaired. by TNR Staff TOP: Nong Pla Duk railway station where the blind man died today, Feb. 2,2024. Photo: Matichon Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-02-03 - 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 Nabbed In Raid On Khao San Road Shops Selling Laughing Gas Balloons by TNR Staff Laughing gas balloons on sale at Khao San road. Photo: Matichon A CRACKDOWN on shops illegally selling balloons filled with laughing gas, that is nitrous oxide, in Khao San road area today (Feb. 2) netted 13 suspects and six equipment used to produce them for sale worth around 1 million baht, TV Channel 7 said this evening. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318810-13-nabbed-in-raid-on-khao-san-road-shops-selling-laughing-gas-balloons/

A CRACKDOWN on shops illegally selling balloons filled with laughing gas, that is nitrous oxide, in Khao San road area today (Feb. 2) netted 13 suspects and six equipment used to produce them for sale worth around 1 million baht, TV Channel 7 said this evening. A Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) police team together with another team from Chanasongkram police station and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials jointly arrested the suspects at 12 shops scattered around Khao San road for selling these balloons. They were charged with manufacturing and selling drugs without permission which is punishable with maximum five years’ imprisonment and a fine not exceeding 10,000 baht. Should they have used unregistered nitrous oxide there is an additional penalty of maximum three years in jail and/or 5,000 baht fine at most. by TNR Staff TOP: Laughing gas balloons on sale at Khao San road. Photo: Matichon Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-02-03 - 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

Pattaya Woman Robbed of Gold Jewelry and Motorbike Reportedly by Housemaid By Aim Tanakorn Pattaya — A Thai woman in Pattaya claimed that she was robbed by her housemaid of 15-baht-weight gold jewelry and a motorbike. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318757-pattaya-woman-robbed-of-gold-jewelry-and-motorbike-reportedly-by-housemaid/

Pattaya — A Thai woman in Pattaya claimed that she was robbed by her housemaid of 15-baht-weight gold jewelry and a motorbike. Ms. Rung, a 40-year-old woman who prefers to be addressed by her nickname, reported to The Pattaya News on February 1st that she fell victim to a robbery at her residence in Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi, on January 31st. Ms. Rung alleged that her housemaid, identified only as Phon, 28, was responsible for the theft. The suspect had allegedly stolen over 600,000 baht worth of various gold jewelry and a motorbike from Ms. Rung’s home in the Nongprue neighborhood. Ms. Rung reported the incident to the Nongprue Police Station and also decided to share information with The Pattaya News in hopes of raising awareness and finding the suspect. She mentioned that Pohn had been employed at her residence for 4-5 months before the incident. By Aim Tanakorn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-03 - 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

Russians in Phuket investigated for alleged kidnapping of couple By Peter Roche PHOTO: Stringer Phuket Police in Phuket have launched an investigation after a Belarusian couple were allegedly kidnapped for a crypto currency ransom valued at US$900,000 or around 30,000,000 baht. Officers at Mueang Police Station are currently questioning 4 Russian suspects suspected of abducting the Belarusian man and woman. However, as the Russians don’t speak English, interpreters have been brought in. Police were first notified after a foreign national witnessed a man and woman being forcibly dragged into a car outside the O-OH farm shop in the sub-district of Talat Yai at around 10pm on January 31. Full story: PhuketGO 2024-02-03 - 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

Pattaya Transgender Woman Captured on Video Appearing to Steal Necklace from Drunk Tourist By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: MGRONLINE Pattaya —A video capturing a transgender woman stealing a necklace from a drunk foreign tourist in Pattaya has sparked online discussions and concerns about safety in the popular tourist destination. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318756-pattaya-transgender-woman-captured-on-video-appearing-to-steal-necklace-from-drunk-tourist/

Pattaya —A video capturing a transgender woman stealing a necklace from a drunk foreign tourist in Pattaya has sparked online discussions and concerns about safety in the popular tourist destination. The viral video, filmed by an anonymous bystander and circulated online, appears to show a transgender person approaching a seated tourist and appearing to reach for his necklace. The unidentified tourist seemed to be intoxicated and was completely unaware of his surroundings. The video was accompanied by a caption that read, “A transgender gang stole a gold necklace from a tourist. Please help spread the video. I don’t know when it happened or if the police have caught the suspect yet. The incident occurred on Pattaya Soi 6, before reaching the beach.” By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: MGRONLINE Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-03 - 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

Angry Russian Tourist Forcefully Shaves Part of Pattaya Barber’s Hair After Getting Upset at Haircut By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: Siamrath Pattaya — A Thai hairdresser in Jomtien found himself in an unusual situation after an angry Russian customer took a razor from him and shaved part of his hair following a misunderstanding during a haircut. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318755-angry-russian-tourist-forcefully-shaves-part-of-pattaya-barber’s-hair/

Pattaya — A Thai hairdresser in Jomtien found himself in an unusual situation after an angry Russian customer took a razor from him and shaved part of his hair following a misunderstanding during a haircut. According to reports, Mr. Supachai Maneecharoen, a 32-year-old hairdresser from Nakhon Si Thammarat, was cutting the hair of a male Russian customer on January 25th when the incident occurred. Due to language barriers, the customer used hand gestures to communicate his desired hairstyle. Mr. Supachai, believing he understood the instructions, proceeded with the haircut. PHOTO: Siamrath However, towards the end of the haircut, the customer allegedly became dissatisfied and slammed his hand on the table, startling everyone in the shop. In a surprising turn of events, the Russian customer reportedly snatched a razor from the table and quickly shaved a section of Mr. Supachai’s head before fleeing the salon on a motorcycle. The Thai hairdresser, shaken by the experience, reported the incident to the Pattaya Police Station. By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: Siamrath Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-03 - 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

Four killed, eleven injured after pick up truck hits tree in Hua Hin By Online Reporter A road accident occurred in the Huai Sat Yai area of Hua Hin on Wednesday, claiming the lives of four individuals and injuring several others. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318754-four-killed-eleven-injured-after-pick-up-truck-hits-tree-in-hua-hin/

A road accident occurred in the Huai Sat Yai area of Hua Hin on Wednesday, claiming the lives of four individuals and injuring several others. A pickup truck, loaded with construction workers, lost control and collided with a tree, causing significant casualties and drawing an urgent response from local emergency teams. The incident was reported to the Nong Plub Police Station in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, in the late evening of January 31. The accident involved a half-cab Mitsubishi pickup truck with the license plate บบ-6595 Prachuap Khiri Khan, which veered off the Huai Sat Yai-Pa La-u road, approximately 1 km from the Kaeng Krachan National Park, Sector 7, Khao Huap Taew, Huai Sat Yai. Upon arriving at the scene, emergency responders, including the Red Gurnard Lifesaving Team, the Nong Plub Subdistrict Administrative Organization Lifesaving Team, and the Hua Hin Petchkasem Foundation, discovered a harrowing sight. By Online Reporter Full story: HUA HIN TODAY 2024-02-03 - 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

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Office of the Narcotics Control Board Holds Discussion on Cannabis and Kratom Abuse The ONCB-hosted discussion titled “Perspectives and Feedbacks After Cannabis and Krathom Left the Narcotics Act” aimed to garner the opinions of various relevant parties, in hopes of finding ways to prevent children and youth from abusing the two medicinal herbs. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318733-office-of-the-narcotics-control-board-holds-discussion-on-cannabis-and-kratom-abuse/

Phuket, (TNA) — The court in Phuket issued arrest warrants for five Russian suspects who allegedly kidnapped a Belarusian couple on this famous southern tourist island resort and forcing them to transfer 30 million baht worth of cryptocurrency. Arrest Warrants issued for Five Russian Suspects in Kidnapping Case Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318735-arrest-warrants-issued-for-five-russian-suspects-in-kidnapping-case/

TripAdvisor ranks Pattaya as 7th Best of the Best Destinations in 2024 by Petch Petpailin Photo via TripAdvisor Popular online travel platform Tripadvisor ranked Pattaya in Thailand 7th in the Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Destination for 2024, suggesting the beach city is the perfect choice for great resorts, outdoor activities, cabaret and cultural tours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318699-tripadvisor-ranks-pattaya-as-7th-best-of-the-best-destinations-in-2024/

Popular online travel platform Tripadvisor ranked Pattaya in Thailand 7th in the Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Destination for 2024, suggesting the beach city is the perfect choice for great resorts, outdoor activities, cabaret and cultural tours. Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award Best of the Best for 2024, is divided into five categories including destinations, restaurants, beaches, hotels and things to do. The list is based on reviews and opinions from Tripadvisor users over the past 12 months. Pattaya, on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast, was ranked 7th in the destinations category, with the website claiming that only 1% of Tripadvisor listings could make its name. Tripadvisor highlighted Pattaya’s must-see attractions, including the famous Jomtien Beach, Khao Phrabat Temple, Sanctuary of Truth and the city’s lively entertainment venues. The Sanctuary of Truth was also recently chosen as the location for the action sci-fi film, The Creator. by Petch Petpailin Photo via TripAdvisor Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-02 - 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

Hua Hin Mayor engages in talks to revitalize old train station area By Online Reporter Hua Hin Mayor, Nopporn Wutthikul, along with key municipal officials, held a meeting on January 31, 2024, with Pornchai Nusit, the Chief of Hua Hin Railway Station, to discuss the refurbishment of the area surrounding the old Hua Hin Train Station. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318698-hua-hin-mayor-engages-in-talks-to-revitalize-old-train-station-area/

Hua Hin Mayor, Nopporn Wutthikul, along with key municipal officials, held a meeting on January 31, 2024, with Pornchai Nusit, the Chief of Hua Hin Railway Station, to discuss the refurbishment of the area surrounding the old Hua Hin Train Station. The meeting aimed at revitalizing the station’s vicinity to become a new landmark and a hub for local economic development. The talks centered on improving the landscape around the station, with the plans involving adorning the area with lights and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the station building, the old steam locomotive, and the surrounding Chamchuree trees. The initiative is designed to preserve the architectural heritage while creating a picturesque spot for photography enthusiasts and visitors. By Online Reporter Full story: HUA HIN TODAY 2024-02-02 - 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

Thailand warns students about ‘rub hew’ courier service amid drug trafficking concerns by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Authorities in Nonthaburi, Thailand, intercepted a suspicious package containing 7.5 kilogrammes of cocaine, concealed inside 15 seat cushions, on January 2. The package, which was addressed to the homeowner’s daughter studying in Australia, was discovered after the homeowner reported the package. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318696-thailand-warns-students-about-‘rub-hew’-courier-service-amid-drug-trafficking-concerns/

Authorities in Nonthaburi, Thailand, intercepted a suspicious package containing 7.5 kilogrammes of cocaine, concealed inside 15 seat cushions, on January 2. The package, which was addressed to the homeowner’s daughter studying in Australia, was discovered after the homeowner reported the package. In Thailand, a trend called rub hew, which translates to help carry, is common among young people studying abroad. It involves offering transnational courier services for a fee, depending on the weight of the package. This service is often found on social media pages used by overseas student groups and frequent travellers. However, authorities have warned about the dangers of participating in these activities. Piyasiri Wattanavarangkul, deputy secretary-general of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), advised that many couriers unknowingly become victims of drug trafficking networks. He clarified that despite being unknowing carriers, couriers can still face prosecution if found with an illegal substance. In 2023 alone, 16 Thais were apprehended at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and Phuket airports for attempting to smuggle drugs out of the country. According to the Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB) commissioner, Police Lieutenant General Khirisak Tantinvachai, the majority of these offenders were aware they were carrying drugs, mostly heroin and methamphetamines. by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-02 - 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

From brooms to boom: Street sweeper sweeps up 12-million-baht lottery jackpot by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A street sweeper’s life transformed overnight when luck smiled upon her with a 12-million-baht government lottery win. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318695-from-brooms-to-boom-street-sweeper-sweeps-up-12-million-baht-lottery-jackpot/

A street sweeper’s life transformed overnight when luck smiled upon her with a 12-million-baht government lottery win. Somsong Singsa, a 56 year old municipal worker from Si Sa Ket province, revealed that a vendor’s persuasion made her purchase two winning tickets. After four decades of toil, she now plans to resign and provide for her family, who are overjoyed at their sudden fortune. In the town of Nong Khruea Sud, within the streets that Somsong Singsa has kept clean for over 40 years, a celebration erupted as her family learned of her windfall. The win of 12 million baht came from the government lottery drawn yesterday, February 1, where Somsong held the two tickets bearing the number 607063. Just a few days before the draw, while resting during her lunch break at the Ton Makluea market, Somsong was approached by a lottery ticket vendor who implored her to purchase tickets. Claiming she had tickets that would win the first prize, the vendor convinced Somsong to buy two instead of the one she intended. It was a decision that would dramatically change her life. by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-02 - 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

90 day visa waivers in Thailand on the agenda next week - Tim Newton Today - Feb 2 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318694-90-day-visa-waivers-in-thailand-on-the-agenda-next-week-tim-newton-today-feb-2/