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Actress Ava Six Scenes clears up 150 million baht credit card rumour by Samantha Rose PHOTO: via ASKfm A video that has been creating a buzz on social media recently features Ava Pawornwan Verapuchong, a millionaire actress. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317564-actress-ava-six-scenes-clears-up-150-million-baht-credit-card-rumour/

A video that has been creating a buzz on social media recently features Ava Pawornwan Verapuchong, a millionaire actress. The video shows Ava pulling a credit card from her wallet, causing viewers to focus on the card. It is a THE WISDOM (Visa Infinite) card from Kasikorn Thai Bank, which is exclusively for those with deposits and investments starting at 150 million baht. However, the video has led many to mistakenly believe that Ava’s credit card has a credit limit of up to 150 million baht. Ava recently cleared the air about her credit card on her social media platform, reported Sanook. “Thanks for the cute clip from the Lan Na Indy page. After reading several comments, I feel so encouraged. Thank you for your love and care. It means a lot to me. What I want to clarify is that this credit card is an add-on from my brother’s, it does not have 150 million (laughing). And the limit is not even 100,000 baht. by Samantha Rose PHOTO: via ASKfm Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-20 - 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

Bangkok braces for severe outbreak of three diseases by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via medicine plus Bangkok’s health office predicts a severe outbreak of three diseases, with high infection rates, and plans to increase monitoring for an additional 12 diseases. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317563-bangkok-braces-for-severe-outbreak-of-three-diseases/

Bangkok’s health office predicts a severe outbreak of three diseases, with high infection rates, and plans to increase monitoring for an additional 12 diseases. Preparations are underway to care for patients, protect against infections, and secure treatment drugs and vaccines. The Health Department of Bangkok predicted a significant outbreak of three diseases in 2024. The illnesses include the Omicron variant of Covid-19, influenza, and dengue fever. The influenza outbreak is typically expected to start in May, and vaccination once a year can prevent it. The vaccination can be administered alongside the Covid vaccine. Dengue fever, which had a high infection rate last year, is expected to continue this year. While dengue can occur throughout the year, the highest incidence is during the rainy season from August to November. The majority of fatalities are adults, primarily due to delayed treatment and second-time infections, which are more severe than first-time infections and often occur in individuals with pre-existing conditions. by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via medicine plus Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-20 - 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 found dead in luxury Chon Buri condominium Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ อธิปบูรพา The owner of a luxury condominium in the Sriracha district of Chon Buri today found the dead body of a naked British man inside the room. The cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317562-british-man-found-dead-in-luxury-chon-buri-condominium/

The owner of a luxury condominium in the Sriracha district of Chon Buri today found the dead body of a naked British man inside the room. The cause of death has not yet been confirmed. The juristic person of the condo told Channel 7 that the British man, 57 year old Matthew, usually bought products from a convenience store on the ground floor of the condo. However, condo staff members, including the maids, had not seen Matthew for several days. The juristic person decided to contact the Thai owner of the condo room in order to get a spare key to check on the Englishman. Upon opening the room, they were shocked by the tragic scene of Matthew’s lifeless body at the door. Officers from the Sriracha Police Station were called to the scene. Police reported that the man was dead, naked and had no visible wounds. After interviewing neighbours and condo staff who had spoken to the British man earlier, officers discovered that he had a congenital illness. Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ อธิปบูรพา Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-20 - 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

Split-second decision saved mother’s life at Suphan Buri fireworks plant which claimed 23 lives mid-week by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor 46-year-old Namfon Bunkom’s relief and joy at her life being saved was somewhat subdued. Her mother and mother-in-law, as well as her closest friends, all perished on Wednesday in an instant. In the wake of a catastrophic fireworks explosion that claimed 23 lives in Suphan Buri, one woman’s fortunate escape highlights the pressing need for industrial modernisation in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317561-split-second-decision-saved-mother’s-life-at-suphan-buri-fireworks-plant-which-claimed-23-lives-mid-week /

In the wake of a catastrophic fireworks explosion that claimed 23 lives in Suphan Buri, one woman’s fortunate escape highlights the pressing need for industrial modernisation in Thailand. However, this requires investment and financial capital. As Thailand and the province of Suphan Buri, just to the northwest of Bangkok, mourn the deaths of 23 people in a catastrophic firework explosion, it emerged that one extremely fortunate woman survived. 46-year-old Namfon Bunkom, in a tizzy, just minutes before the explosion, hastily departed the building. Her son, who normally collected money from her, had failed to turn up and was at home instead. Ms Namfon’s flustered decision, a near-run thing because of her commitment to work, saved her life. However, any joy or relief for the Thai woman was subdued. Afterwards, she confirmed that her mother and many of the people she knew had perished. by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor TOP picture: 46-year-old Namfon Bunkom’s relief and joy at her life being saved was somewhat subdued. Her mother and mother-in-law, as well as her closest friends, all perished on Wednesday in an instant. Full story: Thai Examiner.com 2024-01-20 - 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

First Batch Of 2,000 Cattle Being Exported To Vietnam By Thai Newsroom Reporters Deputy Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Chaiya Promma visiting a livestock farm in Petchaburi. Photo: Matichon THE FIRST BATCH of 2,000 cattle is scheduled for export from Thailand to Vietnam next month, a government official confirmed today (Jan.19). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317560-first-batch-of-2000-cattle-being-exported-to-vietnam/

THE FIRST BATCH of 2,000 cattle is scheduled for export from Thailand to Vietnam next month, a government official confirmed today (Jan.19). The 2,000 cattle are currently being groomed for next month’s shipment on seagoing liners from Petchaburi to Quy Nhon in Vietnam, according to the official of the Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperatives. Petchaburi is home to 100-plus livestock farms which currently raise a combined total of about 8,500 cattle with many more being anticipated in the future. The export-bound livestock will be officially certified by the Department of Livestock Development as farm produce free of leanness-enhancing agents, foot and mouth diseases and lumpy skin diseases, the official said. By Thai Newsroom Reporters Top: Deputy Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Chaiya Promma visiting a livestock farm in Petchaburi. Photo: Matichon Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-01-20 - 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

Dissolution Of Bhumjaithai Sought Over Saksayam’s Convicted Wrongdoing By Thai Newsroom Reporters Former Bhumjaithai secretary-general Saksayam Chidchob. Photo: Thai Rath THE ELECTION COMMISSION was today (Jan.19) petitioned to forward a criminal case to the Constitutional Court in pursuit of a dissolution of the Bhumjaithai following the court-convicted wrongdoing of Saksayam Chidchob, former secretary-general of the second largest coalition partner. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317559-dissolution-of-bhumjaithai-sought-over-saksayam’s-convicted-wrongdoing/

THE ELECTION COMMISSION was today (Jan.19) petitioned to forward a criminal case to the Constitutional Court in pursuit of a dissolution of the Bhumjaithai following the court-convicted wrongdoing of Saksayam Chidchob, former secretary-general of the second largest coalition partner. The petition submitted to the polling agency by activist lawyer Patrapong Supaksorn primarily calls for the Constitutional Court’s possible ruling to dissolve the Bhumjaithai under de facto party boss Newin Chidchob, brother of Saksayam who has recently resigned as Bhumjaithai secretary-general and a party-listed MP. Saksayam has been recently ruled guilty by court of illegally holding shares via a nominee in Buri Charoen Construction Ltd. Part. whilst assuming a cabinet seat as transport minister in the time of a previous government. By Thai Newsroom Reporters Former Bhumjaithai secretary-general Saksayam Chidchob. Photo: Thai Rath Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-01-20 - 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 Man Threatens Foreign Tourist with Knife Over Beer Purchase Refusal By Tanakorn Panyadee A Thai man threatened a foreign tourist in Na Jomtien with a knife after the latter refused to buy beer from him for 200 baht. The incident, which occurred around 01:40 AM on Friday, January 19th, was clearly captured on a surveillance camera at the mouth of Soi Na Jomtien 20, Na Jomtien sub-district, Sattahip district, Chonburi province. According to local reports, the incident began when an unidentified male foreigner approached Ms. B (21, real name withheld) and her friends, who were drinking beer near a sidewalk in Soi Na Jomtien 20. The foreigner then inquired with Ms. B about where he could buy some beer. In response to the foreigner, Ms. B’s friends volunteered to go buy the drinks for him. However, before they could go, an unidentified Thai man on a motorcycle arrived and suddenly chased the foreigner away. Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-01-20 - 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

Man Forces Tourists at Knifepoint to Buy Beer in Pattaya On January 19, 2024, people complained to the news that a guy, who nobody knows, used a knife and pretended to be a cop to force others into buying beer near Soi Najaomtien 20, Najaomtien Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317558-man-forces-tourists-at-knifepoint-to-buy-beer-in-pattaya/

On January 19, 2024, people complained to the news that a guy, who nobody knows, used a knife and pretended to be a cop to force others into buying beer near Soi Najaomtien 20, Najaomtien Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. Ms. Urai Phorn, also called Ms. Bee and 21 years old, shared what happened. She said that before this happened, she and three friends were chilling and having beers close to the Soi Najaomtien 20 football field after finishing work, reported Siam Rath. According to Bee, she and three friends were unwinding with beers near a street corner in Na Jomtien 20, Nong Prue, Sattahip, Chonburi, after wrapping up work around 1:40 a.m. Foreigners approached them, expressing interest in purchasing beer. Bee offered to assist, but a Thai man on a motorcycle intervened, driving the foreigners away. Shortly thereafter, the foreigners returned, and Bee volunteered to procure beer for them. The Thai man, who had parked nearby, signaled for the tourists to buy from him, setting the price at 200 Baht per bottle. After a brief exchange, the Thai man departed but returned ten minutes later. Bee asked if they still desired beer, offering to make the purchase. The tourists agreed, handing money to Bee as they waited for their drinks. Unexpectedly, the Thai man reappeared, parked his motorcycle, and confronted the tourists again. Despite Bee's efforts to defuse the situation, the man produced a small knife, threatening the tourists. Startled, the tourists fled, with the Thai man in pursuit, resulting in a confrontation captured by surveillance cameras. Bee has called for authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident, expressing concerns about its potential impact on Pattaya's tourism reputation if such occurrences become recurring. -- ASEAN NOW 2024-01-20 - 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 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

Russian Suspected of Being Illegal Tour Guide at Temple in Chalong By Goongnang Suksawat A Russian is suspected of acting as an illegal tour guide at a temple in Chalong. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317555-russian-suspected-of-being-illegal-tour-guide-at-temple-in-chalong/

A Russian is suspected of acting as an illegal tour guide at a temple in Chalong. Officers from the Tourism and Guide Office and the Phuket Tourist Police inspected the Phra Yai Temple (Big Buddha Temple) in Chalong, Mueang Phuket. Officers checked tour guide registrations and a Thai tour guide was found with no license card while working as a tour guide. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-01-20 - 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

Saudi Arabian Man Arrested in Phuket for Allegedly Taking Away Minor from Parental Guardian By Goongnang Suksawat A Saudi Arabian man was arrested at the Phuket International Airport after he allegedly took away a minor under 18 years of age from their parents. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317554-saudi-arabian-man-arrested-in-phuket-for-allegedly-taking-away-minor-from-parental-guardian/

A Saudi Arabian man was arrested at the Phuket International Airport after he allegedly took away a minor under 18 years of age from their parents. Phuket Immigration told the Phuket Express that on Friday (January 19th) they arrested a 41-year-old Saudi Arabian man at the international arrivals terminal. He is being accused of taking away a minor aged more than 15-years-old but not more than 18-years-old from their parents or guardian for obscenity even if consent was given. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-01-20 - 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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Undercover Operation Reveals Police Officer Selling Meth to Colleagues On January 18th, 2024, Nong Pling Narcotics Suppression officers performed a sting operation to buy illicit substances from a local drug dealer near the Nong Pling police station in Nakhon Sawan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317519-undercover-operation-reveals-police-officer-selling-meth-to-colleagues/

Thaksin and digital wallet can converge to form political tsunami If Pheu Thai needs one good reason why it should back down from its flagship electoral promise, the party does not have to look beyond the 14th floor of the Police Hospital. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317510-thaksin-and-digital-wallet-can-converge-to-form-political-tsunami/

The Administrative Court in Chiang Mai today ordered Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the National Environment Board to draw up an emergency plan within 90 days, to deal with PM2.5 pollution problem in northern provinces and to develop short- and long-term plans to deal with it. Court orders government to form urgent plan to address PM2.5 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317541-court-orders-government-to-form-urgent-plan-to-address-pm25/

Frenchman arrested in Chiang Mai for selling fake ID cards by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ ตำรวจไซเบอร์ – บช.สอท. Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers arrested a Frenchman in the northern province of Chiang Mai for making and selling fake identification (ID) cards of French citizens. Unfortunately, another French suspect managed to evade the arrest. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317484-frenchman-arrested-in-chiang-mai-for-selling-fake-id-cards/

Thick haze shrouds Bangkok and vicinity this morning Bangkok and its vicinity are shrouded in a thick haze on Friday morning, as the amount of PM2.5 dust in the atmosphere has exceeded the standard threshold in 79 areas of the capital and 11 areas in surrounding provinces. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317477-thick-haze-shrouds-bangkok-and-vicinity-this-morning/