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Deadly Crash: Two Dead and Three Injured in Pathum Thani Picture: Siam Rath A tragic accident occurred on July 30th on Highway 9 (Western Ring Road) near Lat Lum Kaeo, Pathum Thani province. On July 30th, a grave mishap took place on Route 9 (West Circular Route) close to Lat Lum Kaeo in Pathum Thani. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302150-deadly-crash-two-dead-and-three-injured-in-pathum-thani/

Black Clouds Stirred as Storm Hits Ao Nang Beach, Krabi Krabi faced a menacing scene as dark clouds gathered and a powerful storm wreaked havoc in the popular tourist area of Ao Nang. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302148-black-clouds-stirred-as-storm-hits-ao-nang-beach-krabi/

Stabbing Incident at Jong Ang Temple Picture: Siam Rath On the evening of July 30, an unsettling event occurred close to the Jong Ang Temple, located by the raised pathway in Bang Khun Thian, along the Phra Ram 2 route in Samut district of Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302147-stabbing-incident-at-jong-ang-temple/

Man Stabbed By Neighbour For Turning Off Wi-Fi by TNR Staff The man who attacked his neighbour for turning off Wi-Fi being taken to the police station. Photo: Sanook.com A MAN who allowed his neighbour to use his Wi-Fi for free was critically stabbed in the neck when he turned it off thus preventing him from surfing the Internet, Sanook.com said today (July 30). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302144-man-stabbed-by-neighbour-for-turning-off-wi-fi/

Foreign Tourist Dies Due to Suspected Heart Attack on Pattaya’s Walking Street By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A foreign man passed away in a marijuana shop in Pattaya after drinking what the shop owner said was a cappuccino. The cause of his death is waiting to be confirmed by the forensic team but initially believed to be a sudden cardiac arrest. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302143-foreign-tourist-dies-due-to-suspected-heart-attack-on-pattaya’s-walking-street/

Alleged Bar Guards Dump Unconscious Woman on Walking Street By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — Two men dressed like bouncers were seen abandoning an unconscious woman exhibiting signs of shock on Pattaya Walking Street, raising grave concerns over her safety. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302142-alleged-bar-guards-dump-unconscious-woman-on-walking-street/

Pattaya Man Fined 1,000 Baht for Punching South Korean Live Streamer, Live Streamer Fined As Well By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A Thai man was fined for punching a South Korean live streamer who was live-streaming Pattaya’s night scene near Pattaya Beach. The assailant claimed that he punched the victim because the victim refused to stop recording him and allegedly flipped him off. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302141-pattaya-man-fined-1000-baht-for-punching-south-korean-live-streamer-live-streamer-fined-as-well/

Move Forward’s uncompromising stand on some policies its main mistake – NIDA Poll The reason behind the Move Forward party’s lack of success in forming a government of the eight coalition parties is its refusal to scrap some of its policies, according to 42.98% of the respondents to the latest opinion poll conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302140-move-forward’s-uncompromising-stand-on-some-policies-its-main-mistake-–-nida-poll/

The reason behind the Move Forward party’s lack of success in forming a government of the eight coalition parties is its refusal to scrap some of its policies, according to 42.98% of the respondents to the latest opinion poll conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA). 30.46% of the respondents, however, thought otherwise, believing that the party has not committed any mistakes. Nida Poll gauged the opinions of 1,310 people, aged 18 and, of various occupations, educational backgrounds and earnings between July 24th and 26th. The poll also shows that 27.56% believe that the Move Forward party is inexperienced in parliamentary politics, while 11.68% believe the party disassociates itself from the other parties and, therefore, does not have many political allies. 10.23% say the party does not understand the culture and realities of Thai politics and 9.54% say the party was careless in nominating Pita Limjaroenrat as the party’s sole prime ministerial candidate when it failed to check his qualifications properly. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/move-forwards-uncompromising-stand-on-some-policies-its-main-mistake-nida-poll/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-31 - 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.

Tourists shy away from sea around Koh Larn to avoid plankton bloom Tourists visiting Koh Larn, a small resort island off Pattaya beach, found to their dismay on Saturday that the sea around the island has turned green and was emitting a foul smell, discouraging many of them from entering the water to escape the scorching sun. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302139-tourists-shy-away-from-sea-around-koh-larn-to-avoid-plankton-bloom/

Beyond Horizon: Thailand’s domestic-made luxury rail carriage by Mitch Connor Beyond Horizon will offer next level luxury for future rail travel (via Bangkok Post) Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post A cutting-edge rail carriage prototype, known as Beyond Horizon, has been launched in an innovative collaboration between the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), Sinogen-Pin Petch Joint Venture and King Mongkut Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302138-beyond-horizon-thailand’s-domestic-made-luxury-rail-carriage/

A cutting-edge rail carriage prototype, known as Beyond Horizon, has been launched in an innovative collaboration between the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), Sinogen-Pin Petch Joint Venture and King Mongkut Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL). With 25 luxury seats all equipped with touch screens for individual passengers, the demonstration unit on display is also fully accessible for wheelchair users. Somyot Kaitwanidvilai, the dean of KMITL’s School of Engineering and the individual directing the Beyond Horizon project, explained that the initiative is part of the Transport Ministry’s Thai First Policy. This policy seeks to leverage greater inclusion of domestic hardware in the mass-transit system, with an ambitious target of utilising 40% Thai-made material in the production line. The ultimate objective is to ready domestic, high-quality rail coach production for the surge in rail network expansion that Thailand will experience in the coming years. By 2040, the country is expected to require at least 2,425 rail carriages to accommodate the expansion of its rail network. The cost for each carriage is expected to be around 50 million baht, potentially rising to a total outlay of 100 billion baht. Somyot noted that between 2015 and 2018, the procurement of rail carriages was responsible for 80% of SRT’s import expenditure, presenting a significant opportunity for Thailand to become more self-reliant in rail carriage production and advance its railway system via localised technology. by Mitch Connor TOP: Beyond Horizon will offer next level luxury for future rail travel (via Bangkok Post) Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/transport/thailands-beyond-horizon-localised-luxury-carriage-to-boost-rail-self-reliance -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-31 - 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.

Long holiday sees spike in road accidents, authorities urge caution by Mitch Connor Holiday road traffic brings spike in accidents, increased public transport. (via ท้องทุ่ง บ้านนา Facebook) Picture courtesy of ท้องทุ่ง บ้านนา Facebook During the initial day of Thailand’s extended holiday period, the Royal Thai Police (RTP) reported nearly 2,000 people were injured in road accidents, with 22 fatalities recorded. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302137-long-holiday-sees-spike-in-road-accidents-authorities-urge-caution/

During the initial day of Thailand’s extended holiday period, the Royal Thai Police (RTP) reported nearly 2,000 people were injured in road accidents, with 22 fatalities recorded. The information was announced yesterday by Deputy National Police Chief and Commander of RTP’s Traffic Police Operation Centre, General Roy Ingkapairote. He indicated a sharp increase in traffic offences due to an influx of road traffic from towns and cities to the provinces, which occurs annually during the long holiday weekend. This year that weekend stretches from July 28 to August 2. According to Gen. Roy, July 28 alone had 1,871 injuries and 22 deaths with the majority of incidents attributed to speeding, closely followed by drowsiness, abrupt lane changes, and overtaking other vehicles dangerously. He further appealed to drivers to ensure that their vehicle is in good condition and they are knowledgeable about their road route to prevent accidents during increased holiday traffic. by Mitch Connor TOP: Holiday road traffic brings spike in accidents, increased public transport. (via ท้องทุ่ง บ้านนา Facebook) Picture courtesy of ท้องทุ่ง บ้านนา Facebook -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-31 - 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.

Electric Tuk-Tuks reduce greenhouse gas emissions, easier for the elderly to use Thailand is well-known for its brightly coloured tuk-tuks, which are as much of a feature of the country as the ancient temples built during the Ayutthaya period. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302136-electric-tuk-tuks-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-easier-for-the-elderly-to-use/

Thailand is well-known for its brightly coloured tuk-tuks, which are as much of a feature of the country as the ancient temples built during the Ayutthaya period. Today, the country is preparing for a greener future, by moving away from reliance on fossil-fuels and these three-wheeled vehicles might very well lead the way. A start-up company, called Muvmi was, launched in 2017, with the goal of filling gaps in the transportation market. They have played an active role in putting electric tuk-tuks into wide-spread use in large cities. The 6 million active users are expected to continue to grow in numbers. To meet demand, the company is looking to increase their tuk-tuks, from 500 now to 1,000 by the end of this year. Muvmi co-founder, Supapong Kitiwattanasak, stated that their electric vehicles have already saved 1,400 tons of CO2 from being emitted into the atmosphere, which is equivalent nearly fourteen large new parks being created in Bangkok, in an exclusive interview with Thai PBS World. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/electric-tuk-tuks-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-easier-for-the-elderly-to-use/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-31 - 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.

Widespread online scams pose daunting challenge to Thai authorities Thai victims of online scams have lost an estimated over 10 billion baht a year in recent years. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302135-widespread-online-scams-pose-daunting-challenge-to-thai-authorities/

Thai victims of online scams have lost an estimated over 10 billion baht a year in recent years. Wetang Phuangsup, deputy permanent secretary at the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, recently revealed that between March 1, 2022 and July 15, 2023, a total of 296,063 cases of online scams were reported, inflicting financial fraud amounting to 39.1 billion baht. During the same period, 20,667 people were lured by fraud investment schemes run by criminal gangs, inflicting losses of 20.7 billion baht on these victims, Wetang, who is also spokesperson of the ministry, said. Cheating through impersonation Pakorn Peetathawatchai, president of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), said that many people had become victims of investment scams, as scammers impersonate organizations and well-known figures in order to lure people into their fraudulent investment schemes and online criminal activities. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/widespread-online-scams-pose-daunting-challenge-to-thai-authorities/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-31 - 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.

Upcoming partial closure and power outage on Chomsin Road from August 6 to 15 By Online Reporter Image: Assavin Vilavan Hua Hin Municipality has announced a temporary traffic closure and power outage affecting Chomsin Road. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302134-upcoming-partial-closure-and-power-outage-on-chomsin-road-from-august-6-to-15/

Legal Ruling Puts Other Projects at Risk: Similar Fate Looms for Residential Developments on State Land by Erich Parpart More residential projects could be facing a similar fate as Ashton Asoke. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302133-legal-ruling-puts-other-projects-at-risk-similar-fate-looms-for-residential-developments-on-state-land/

Taxi Motorbike Rider Found Dead on Pattaya Roadside By Goongnang Suksawat Pattaya – A taxi motorbike rider was found dead on a roadside in the Pattaya area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302132-taxi-motorbike-rider-found-dead-on-pattaya-roadside/

Female Motorbike Rider Travelling Against Traffic Killed by Truck in Chonburi By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Chonburi — A Cambodian motorbike rider was killed in a collision with an 18-wheeler in the Phanat Nikhom district yesterday afternoon, July 28th. The woman was reported to be riding against the traffic. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302131-female-motorbike-rider-travelling-against-traffic-killed-by-truck-in-chonburi/

Radical imagery paraded at school event called child exploitation by Mitch Connor Critics call kids holding images of insurgents in a parade child exploitation. (via Bangkok Post) Image courtesy of Bangkok Post In light of a controversial incident at a recent sports day event in the Panare district of the deep south province of Pattani, the Internal Security Operations Command’s (ISOC) Region 4 Forward Command is reportedly preparing to take legal action. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302130-radical-imagery-paraded-at-school-event-called-child-exploitation/

Despite Being Blasted, Chuwit Insists Thaksin Not Returning On Aug. 10 by TNR Staff FORMER MP and graft-buster Chuwit Kamolvisit reconfirmed today (July 29) that former prime minister/de facto Pheu Thai Party boss Thaksin Shinawatra will not be returning to Thailand on August 10 despite his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra saying this is just a delirious projection,TV Channel 7 said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302129-despite-being-blasted-chuwit-insists-thaksin-not-returning-on-aug-10/

FORMER MP and graft-buster Chuwit Kamolvisit reconfirmed today (July 29) that former prime minister/de facto Pheu Thai Party boss Thaksin Shinawatra will not be returning to Thailand on August 10 despite his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra saying this is just a delirious projection,TV Channel 7 said. Chuwit had late last night posted a message on his Facebook page saying “The game has flipped, Thaksin has retreated, cancels return to Thailand, the situation has changed,” with this prompting Paetongtarn to say this morning that he was just delirious. However Chuwit later said he was not angry at Paetongtarn who wants her father to return to Thailand and he also would like to do so but she might not know all the conditions put up. Certainly on August 10 it will be revealed which one is delirious, he added. Chuwit also said he is certain a new prime minister will not emerge on Aug. 4 when the next House/Senate meeting takes place to vote for one. by TNR Staff Former MP Chuwit Kamolvisit and Thaksin Shinawatra’s daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra who is one of three Pheu Thai candidates for prime minister. Top photo: TV Channel 7 Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/07/29/despite-being-blasted-chuwit-insists-thaksin-not-returning-on-aug-10/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-07-31 - 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.