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A Thai man from Sattahip faces legal charges after being arrested for allegedly selling endangered sea animals. Mr. Wutthipong Wongin, the Director of the Thai Marine and Coastal Resources Conservation Division, along with relevant environmental officials, coordinated with Sattahip police to apprehend the suspect, only identified as Mr. Raem, 42, on January 11th, 2024. Thai Marine Authorities had previously received intelligence suggesting that Mr. Raem was reportedly selling protected wildlife in the Samae San area. An undercover agent contacted him through the LINE mobile application to arrange a sting purchase after confirming that he was advertising the sales of various sea creatures, including giant clams, sea anemones, and gorgonian corals, on social media. By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: ข่าวเมืองชล Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-01-13 - 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 police apprehends deranged man who climbed onto car roof wielding a knife by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Daily News A deranged man wielding a knife wreaked havoc during his rampage at Building E, Ping Amporn Condominium, in Mueang District, Nonthaburi province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316969-thai-police-apprehends-deranged-man-who-climbed-onto-car-roof-wielding-a-knife/

A deranged man wielding a knife wreaked havoc during his rampage at Building E, Ping Amporn Condominium, in Mueang District, Nonthaburi province. Police Lieutenant Colonel Thongrat Riansuwong, Deputy Superintendent of Rattanathibet Police Station, received a report about the incident and travelled to the scene with more than 10 patrol police officers. The officers brought a forked stick to stop the man. The disturbed man in question, 26 year old Thanabadi (surname withheld) was found at the scene of the incident. The perpetrator took off his shirt and wore only a pair of white trousers with no shoes. Thanabadi set off on a rampage and destroyed objects in his path. The police tried to calm him for more than 15 minutes but to no avail. Officers resorted to climbing the side of a wall to chase and capture Thanabadi. The mentally unstable man tried to escape and ran in the middle of Prachaniwet 3 Road. He then climbed up and stood on top of a passing car. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Daily News Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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

Prachuap Khiri Khan’s recently appointed governor has died By Online Reporter Mr Niti Wivatvanich Mr Niti Vivatvanich, the recently appointed Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, has passed away due to a sudden heart attack. Full strory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316967-prachuap-khiri-khan’s-recently-appointed-governor-has-died/

Mr Niti Vivatvanich, the recently appointed Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, has passed away due to a sudden heart attack. Mr. Vivatvanich, who had assumed office less than a month ago, was 54 years old. Sources confirmed today, January 11, 2024, that Mr. Wivatvanich had been undergoing treatment in a Bangkok hospital since the New Year holiday and had not resumed his duties in the province at the time of his passing. Appointed as the Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan on December 19, 2023, Mr. Wivatvanich’s career in public service was marked by a recent transfer from his former role as Deputy Governor of Chonburi Province. His sudden demise has left the community and the administrative sector in a state of shock and mourning. By Online Reporter Picture: Mr Niti Wivatvanich Full story: HUA HIN TODAY 2024-01-13 - 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

Up in smoke: Royal Thai Police extinguish counterfeit cigarette ring by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The independent A major counterfeit cigarette network, known as Jae Pen Fang Thon, has been dismantled by the Royal Thai Police and the Department of Excise. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316960-up-in-smoke-royal-thai-police-extinguish-counterfeit-cigarette-ring/

A major counterfeit cigarette network, known as Jae Pen Fang Thon, has been dismantled by the Royal Thai Police and the Department of Excise. The operation led to the arrest of 55 year old Tawan, and the seizure of an extensive cache of contraband, resulting in an estimated loss of 45 million baht to the state. The operation took place at 11am today, at the Pracha Araksa Building. Among the officials involved were Sophon Saraphat, deputy chief of the police, and Ekaniti Nititatprapha, Director-General of the Excise Department. The items confiscated from Tawan included 4,881 cartons of various brands of counterfeit cigarettes, equating to 48,810 packets, alongside a Toyota Fortuner and a closed van. The arrest was made at the Thai Post office in Thap Thai, Pong Nam Ron district, Chanthaburi province. The crackdown followed the arrest of the Jae Pen counterfeit cigarette network, which is a major player in the Thonburi district. The operation yielded 40 crates of foreign cigarettes, approximately 20,973 packets. Investigations revealed these counterfeit cigarettes were smuggled into the country from neighbouring nations before being sorted into postal boxes. This made them resemble regular parcels, allowing for distribution to customers via private transport to avoid inspection. by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The independent Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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

Mother and daughter injured after wild bull charged their motorcycle by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Channel 7 News A mother and her seven year old daughter yesterday were injured by a Khao Phaeng Ma wild bull which charged at them while the pair was riding a motorcycle in Nakhon Ratchasima. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316959-mother-and-daughter-injured-after-wild-bull-charged-their-motorcycle/

A mother and her seven year old daughter yesterday were injured by a Khao Phaeng Ma wild bull which charged at them while the pair was riding a motorcycle in Nakhon Ratchasima. The bull ran in from the side of the road, crashing into the motorcycle. The mother fell to the ground whilst her daughter’s clothes got caught by the wild bull’s horns, before falling to the ground, 100 metres from where the motorcycle had fallen. Both suffered serious injuries. The mother and daughter, villagers of Khlong Durian, Village No. 6, Wang Nam Khiao Subdistrict, Wang Nam Khiao District Nakhon Ratchasima Province, were riding on their motorcycle going past a restaurant named Sida Kitchen at the 10 kilometre mark, which is a steep hill. There were villagers who shouted at the pair to beware of bulls in the area which were grazing on the side of the road. The mother and daughter did not hear the warning and rode up the hill to the middle section. A wild bull ran from the side of the road and crashed into their motorcycle. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Channel 7 News Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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

Phayam Island children’s struggle to school spurs calls for new bridge by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via India Today Children in Phayam Island in the Ranong province have been struggling to reach their schools due to the lack of a bridge. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316958-phayam-island-children’s-struggle-to-school-spurs-calls-for-new-bridge/

Children in Phayam Island in the Ranong province have been struggling to reach their schools due to the lack of a bridge. An online post appealing for help has sparked a call for government intervention, suggesting that before the economic bridge is built, these children need assistance. Monsoongarbage Thailand a Facebook page, shared the plight of the schoolchildren. “Can we gift them a bridge for Children’s Day? Can we pay attention to this issue? When the tide rises, they have to ride a boat to school, but when the tide falls, they need to wade through water to return home because boats cannot operate.” The post also urged the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources to build a bridge for these children to cross over to their school before considering constructing a land bridge or an economic bridge project connecting Ranong and Chumphon provinces for foreign investors. by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via India Today Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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 Tiktokers slam Indian artists’ song as racist, sexist, insulting toward Thailand (video) by Petch Petpailin Photo via YouTube/ Sukumar Writings Thai TikTokers slammed a song by some Indian artists, calling it racist, sexist and insulting toward Thai men and women. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316957-thai-tiktokers-slam-indian-artists’-song-as-racist-sexist-insulting-toward-thailand-video/

Thai TikTokers slammed a song by some Indian artists, calling it racist, sexist and insulting toward Thai men and women. The Song, Bang Bang Bangkok, performed by Indian artists Ranina Reddy, Rita, and Devi Sri Prasad, serves as the movie soundtrack to the 2015 Indian rom-com Kumari 21F. Despite its release year, the song has just gained popularity on the TikTok application recently. The main lyrics in question are… “Same same but different. No money, no honey. Good boy go to heaven, bad boy go to Bangkok.” Thai TikTok users flooded the comment section of videos featuring the song, expressing their dissatisfaction. They argued that the phrase “same same but different” ridicules the way Thai people speak English, possibly referencing interactions between Thai vendors and foreign customers discussing product variations. The lyrics “no money, no honey” were interpreted as an offensive stereotype, suggesting Thai women only date foreigners for money. Some users even linked this to the context of sex work, particularly in tourist hotspots like Pattaya, which was featured as the background of the music video. by Petch Petpailin Photo via YouTube/ Sukumar Writings Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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 Children's Day 2024: Armed Forces Ready for Educational Activities Picture: Siam Rath In anticipation of National Children's Day 2024, the armed forces are preparing to offer children enriching experiences and fresh perspectives through a range of educational activities. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316955-national-childrens-day-2024-armed-forces-ready-for-educational-activities/

Picture: Siam Rath In anticipation of National Children's Day 2024, the armed forces are preparing to offer children enriching experiences and fresh perspectives through a range of educational activities. Both the army and air force are gearing up to organize diverse events, aiming to create new avenues for learning among children, reported Siam Rath. Picture: Siam Rath Picture: Siam Rath On January 12, 2024, the army presented an extensive collection of weapons and equipment at the Army Headquarters on Ratchadamnoen Road in readiness for the traditional National Children's Day celebration. General Charay Chintaw, the Army Commander, will personally open the event and interact with the children. Picture: Siam Rath Picture: Siam Rath This year's highlight includes opening up spaces for children to visit the Army Museum and the Army Heritage Wall, showcasing the history and evolution of the army, including various weaponry such as armored vehicles like the BTR-3E1 from Ukraine, M1126 Stryker from the United States, and VN-1 from China. The event will feature various outdoor activities, educational sessions for students, live demonstrations, military dog shows, and large-scale regional activities across different army units nationwide. The Army Commander emphasized the importance of safety measures during the event. Picture: Siam Rath Picture: Siam Rath While the army is organizing the Children's Day event, the air force is also actively participating. Central events are planned at the 601 Squadron, Air Force Museum, and National Air and Space Center, as well as various air bases across the country. The celebration includes air shows featuring different aircraft such as T-50, F-16, F-5, Alpha Jet, C-130, and Gripen, providing an entertaining and educational experience for children nationwide. Top Picture: Siam Rath -- ASEAN NOW 2024-01-13 - 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

Thai student protest erupts over unsatisfactory school meals by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The Bucknellian A student protest recently erupted in a school located in Mae La Noi, Mae Hong Son. The students rallied against the school’s director, barring entry into the school premises by locking all entrances. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316954-thai-student-protest-erupts-over-unsatisfactory-school-meals/

A student protest recently erupted in a school located in Mae La Noi, Mae Hong Son. The students rallied against the school’s director, barring entry into the school premises by locking all entrances. The protest was a response to the director’s decision to lodge a police complaint against a student who posted pictures of the school’s unsatisfactory midday meal consisting of plain rice, a single boiled egg, and a small packet of red-eye chilli dip at 8.30am on today. The previous day at 6pm, the school director lodged a complaint about the student who posted the image of the meagre meal at the local police station. The complaint was lodged with Inspector Panuphan Chanthachom, an investigator at Mae La Noi Police Station, under the Computer Crime Act. At 7pm that same day, students from the school collectively went to Mae La Noi Police Station to protest against the director. by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The Bucknellian Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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

AIS and True reinforce identity checks for multiple SIM card owners by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via Prune.co In response to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s directive, telecom giants AIS and True are set to tighten up measures to verify the identities of customers with multiple SIM cards. This move aims to prevent the temporary suspension of mobile numbers and protect user rights. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316953-ais-and-true-reinforce-identity-checks-for-multiple-sim-card-owners/

In response to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s directive, telecom giants AIS and True are set to tighten up measures to verify the identities of customers with multiple SIM cards. This move aims to prevent the temporary suspension of mobile numbers and protect user rights. Varunthep Watcharaphon, Business Relations Chief at Advance Info Service PLC (AIS), stated that AIS is fully prepared to assist its customers in implementing identity verification measures. Starting from Tuesday, January 16, Advance Info Service (AIS) will send out SMS notifications to numbers subject to this identity confirmation process. These messages will be sent from the sender AIS with no attached link. To avoid temporary service suspension, customers are advised to confirm their identities within the stipulated time. They can do this at AIS shops, AIS Telesales, and nationwide dealers, or personally via two channels: dialling the 1612 National ID number (free of charge, following SMS steps) or through the myAIS app for prepaid system customers. by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via Prune.co Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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

UPDATE: MP investigates Thaksin’s alleged 2 million baht treatment at Police Hospital by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The Economist A delegation from the Police Committee of the House of Representatives, led by its chairman Chaichana Dejdecho, an MP from Nakhon Si Thammarat and a Deputy Leader of the Democrat Party, visited the Police Hospital to check on the health of former Thailand Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316922-thaksin-suffers-heart-valve-disease-and-rarely-has-visitors-chaichana/?do=findComment&comment=18615173

MP investigates Thaksin’s alleged 2 million baht treatment at Police Hospital by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: via The Economist A delegation from the Police Committee of the House of Representatives, led by its chairman Chaichana Dejdecho, an MP from Nakhon Si Thammarat and a Deputy Leader of the Democrat Party, visited the Police Hospital to check on the health of former Thailand Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The delegation was guided by Police Lieutenant Colonel Samart Muangsiri, a doctor at the Police Hospital, and his team, who provided detailed explanations and responded to various inquiries. Chaichana, along with Tipa Paweenasathien an MP from Lampang and the spokesperson for the Far-reaching Party, visited the Bhumibol Adulyadej 88 Anniversary Building. This facility serves as a treatment residence for the 74 year old former PM. Chaichana requested permission to investigate the condition of Thaksin, which was later denied by the hospital, citing patient privacy rights. Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-13 - 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 and Russian Motorcyclists Collide in Pattaya By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya British and Russian tourists accidentally crashed their motorbikes into each other on Soi Khao Phra Tamnak 5 in Pattaya on Thursday, January 11th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316952-british-and-russian-motorcyclists-collide-in-pattaya/

British and Russian tourists accidentally crashed their motorbikes into each other on Soi Khao Phra Tamnak 5 in Pattaya on Thursday, January 11th. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation’s rescue team responded to the accident at an unspecified time last night. Upon arrival at the accident site, they found a red Honda PCX motorcycle with significant damage lying overturned on the side of the road. The rider, Mr. Thomas A., a British national, was semi-conscious and had sustained moderate injuries. Another injured individual, Ms. Pornnapa S., a 20-year-old Thai passenger, was lying nearby with facial and bodily injuries. Both were immediately administered first aid by the rescue teams and medical staff from Pattaya Hospital before being transported to the hospital. By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-01-13 - 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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Thaksin suffers heart valve disease and rarely has visitors : Chaichana File photo : Former PM Thaksin ShinawatrFile photo: Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra returns to Bangkok last year in his private jet.a return to Bangkok last year by his private jet. Convicted ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra is suffering from heart valve disease and rarely has visitors, said Chaichana Detdecho, chairman of the House Police Affairs committee. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316922-thaksin-suffers-heart-valve-disease-and-rarely-has-visitors-chaichana/