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DSI Cracks down: US National among Several Arrested in Thailand Picture: Thai Rath In a significant operation, the Thai Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has successfully cracked three significant cases. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300939-dsi-cracks-down-us-national-among-several-arrested-in-thailand/

In a significant operation, the Thai Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has successfully cracked three significant cases. Firstly, a 30-year-old US national identified as "Mr. Mayes" was apprehended in Phuket. He had fled to Thailand after allegedly abusing a nine-year-old child overseas. Picture: Thai Rath The second case involves the apprehension of two suspects, fictitiously named "Suga" and "Nita We," implicated in the illegal smuggling of undocumented migrant workers. The pair had been evading arrest warrants in Thong Pha Phum and Lang Suan provinces. Lastly, the DSI, in collaboration with Mukdahan and Tak immigration authorities, detained six suspects related to an underground network smuggling Chinese nationals into Thailand. Picture: Thai Rath Among the detainees was a Thai national named "Thawatchai," and five Chinese individuals named "Li Chao," "Zhang Wuchang," "Li Un Yang," "Chu Chan," and "Huang." Graphic: Thai Rath These arrests are a significant win in the ongoing effort to eradicate illicit activities and ensure public safety. Top Picture: Thai Rath -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-18 - 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

UPDATE: Wealthy with Assets Worth Over 1 Billion Baht: Thammanat Reports His Fortune, 2 Wives, and 7 Luxury Cars Picture: Daily News The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) revealed the assets and liabilities of former Member of Parliament, Thammanat Promphao. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300938-thai-anti-corruption-commission-reveals-asset-details-of-former-mps-thammanat-and-chad/?do=findComment&comment=18210823

Wealthy with Assets Worth Over 1 Billion Baht: Thammanat Reports His Fortune, 2 Wives, and 7 Luxury Cars Picture: Daily News The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) revealed the assets and liabilities of former Member of Parliament, Thammanat Promphao. The report covered the period from February 28th to March 17th and March 20th, 2566. Thammasat, a former member of the Palang Pracharat Party, disclosed his marital status with Mrs. Orisara Prompha and mentioned his cohabitation with his wife, Miss Thanaphorn Srisirirat. He acknowledged having two legally registered children and five children who were not officially registered but were supported and recognized by him, reported Daily News. Thammanat's total assets amounted to 1,043,096,356 Baht. His portion included 802,149,770 Baht in assets and 76,265,801 Baht in liabilities. Mrs. Orisara possessed assets worth 187,564,310 Baht and liabilities of 8,814,554 Baht. Miss Thanaphorn had assets valued at 108,021,974 Baht and liabilities of 3,260,821 Baht. Additionally, the assets of their underage children amounted to 53,382,275 Baht. Notable assets owned by Thammanat included deposits totaling 166,662,833 Baht, 79 plots of land worth 281,940,955 Baht located in Bangkok, Pathum Thani, Nakhon Pathom, Phayao, Lopburi, and Ubon Ratchathani provinces, 17 houses and structures worth 52,311,837 Baht (with a residence in Mueang District, Phayao valued at 34,575,860 Baht), 20 vehicles worth 46,450,000 Baht (including a Rolls-Royce purchased in 2019 for 17,000,000 Baht), rights and investments worth 96,167,144 Baht, and other assets worth 147,467,000 Baht, mostly comprising jewelry and royal paraphernalia, including a 12.35-carat diamond crown won by Miss Thanaphorn in the Miss Thailand pageant in 2016. Thammanat, in his declaration, disclosed an annual income of 4,962,720 Baht. This includes earnings derived from parliamentary responsibilities and consulting services, amounting to 1,362,720 Baht, as well as rental income totaling 3,600,000 Baht. Conversely, his yearly expenses sum up to 40,801,904 Baht, comprising substantial bank loans of 13,546,800 Baht, insurance premiums of 9,255,104 Baht, and significant expenditures associated with supporting his family and children, totaling 18,000,000 Baht. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-18 - 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 Anti-Corruption Commission Reveals Asset Details of Former MPs Thammanat and Chad Picture: Siam Rath On July 17, 2023, Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) disclosed the assets and liabilities of former members of parliament (MPs), Thammanat Prompao and Chada Thaiseth. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300938-thai-anti-corruption-commission-reveals-asset-details-of-former-mps-thammanat-and-chad/

On July 17, 2023, Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) disclosed the assets and liabilities of former members of parliament (MPs), Thammanat Prompao and Chada Thaiseth. Thammanat, an ex-MP of Phayao province from the Palang Pracharath Party, reported assets totaling over 1 billion baht, including 17 houses, 20 vehicles, predominantly luxury cars, reported Siam Rath. Chada, a former MP of Uthai Thani province from the Thai Pride Party, declared assets worth 147 million baht. Among his possessions are 5 cars, 7 motorcycles, 214 cows, 132 buffalos, 2 horses, and 18 sacred amulets. The NACC published these accounts as part of a wider investigation into former MPs who left office between February 28 and March 20, 2023. This ongoing transparency effort is designed to combat corruption and maintain political accountability. Picture: Siam Rath -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-18 - 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

Lawyer Not Afraid Of Senators Suing Him For Defamation by TNR Staff Comment Lawyer Decha Kittiwittayanan, left, and Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat. Photo: Thai Rath A LAWYER who is facing a defamation lawsuit from some senators over criticism of their performance during the joint House/senate meeting last Thursday (July 13) where only 13 of them voted for Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister said he is not afraid and is waiting for them to do so, TV Channel 7 said Monday afternoon (July 17). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300936-lawyer-not-afraid-of-senators-suing-him-for-defamation/

A LAWYER who is facing a defamation lawsuit from some senators over criticism of their performance during the joint House/senate meeting last Thursday (July 13) where only 13 of them voted for Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister said he is not afraid and is waiting for them to do so, TV Channel 7 said Monday afternoon (July 17). Mr. Decha Kittiwittayanan posted a message saying, “Reporters told me that senators, who were not elected by the people, threatened to sue me. I am waiting for them to sue and will file a countersuit. “Their salary comes from people’s taxes so people have the right to criticise them.” He later said he has heard that these senators and their lawyers are now collecting evidence against people who criticised them and are going to file a lawsuit tomorrow. by TNR Staff Comment Top photo: Lawyer Decha Kittiwittayanan, left, and Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat. Photo: Thai Rath Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/07/17/lawyer-not-afraid-of-senators-suing-him-for-defamation/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-07-18 - 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.

Pattaya Officials Remove Obstructive Billboards from Walking Street By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: PRPATTAYA Pattaya — Deputy mayor of Pattaya Mr. Manoch Nongyai led a group of workers to begin removing obstructive billboards from Walking Street today to allow a comfortable passage of fire trucks in case of a fire. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300935-pattaya-officials-remove-obstructive-billboards-from-walking-street/

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PM Vote: Major Rally Planned for July 19 BANGKOK (TNA) – Demonstrators plan to gather outside Parliament on July 19 when a joint sitting of House of Representatives and the Senate will vote on a prime minister again. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300929-pm-vote-major-rally-planned-for-july-19/

Thailand secured its position as the world’s ninth-best retirement spot on International Living Magazine’s 2023 Annual Global Retirement Index. The index ranks countries based on their suitability for retirees, taking into account various factors including cost of living, cost of healthcare, cultural activities, and more. Magazine ranks Thailand 9th best retirement spot on Earth Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300913-magazine-ranks-thailand-9th-best-retirement-spot-on-earth/

Yet Again – Shopper’s Slipper Gets Stuck In Store Escalator by TNR Staff The shopper’s slipper stuck in the escalator and store workers pulling it out. Photo: Sanook.com JUST days after a woman’s leg was severed till the knee by a moving walkway at Don Mueang Airport a man shopping at Nonthaburi’s biggest mall on Saturday (July 15) narrowly escaped injury after his slipper got stuck in an escalator, Sanook.com said this morning (July 17). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300882-yet-again-–-shopper’s-slipper-gets-stuck-in-store-escalator/

Action sought over student council’s expletive laden political declaration Thammasat University has been called upon to take action against a declaration by its Rangsit campus student council, which is full of expletives and hate speech. The Thammasat University Student Council (TUSC)’s Rangsit campus recently published criticism concerning Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s failure to secure enough parliamentary votes to support his premiership candidacy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300880-action-sought-over-student-council’s-expletive-laden-political-declaration/

Thammasat University has been called upon to take action against a declaration by its Rangsit campus student council, which is full of expletives and hate speech. The Thammasat University Student Council (TUSC)’s Rangsit campus recently published criticism concerning Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s failure to secure enough parliamentary votes to support his premiership candidacy. The TUSC blamed the failure on the senators, who it described as “rubbish”, who refused to vote in favour of Pita or abstained. The last two paragraphs were so riddled with expletives and hate speech that all media outlets covering the story have had to censor the contents. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/action-sought-over-student-councils-expletive-laden-political-declaration/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-07-17 - 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.

Heroin bound for Australia seized at Bangkok airport Thai narcotics and airport interdiction officials seized about 1.2kg of heroin on Friday, hidden in two parcels destined for a recipient in Australia, at the cargo terminal of Suvarnabhumi international airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300879-heroin-bound-for-australia-seized-at-bangkok-airport/

Phuket kickstarts Tsunami Walk & Run aiming to boost evacuation awareness by Mitch Connor Picture courtesy of PR Phuket Over 900 people yesterday took part in the Tsunami Walk & Run event in Mai Khao, Phuket. The initiative was undertaken to increase consciousness about tsunami evacuation routes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300877-phuket-kickstarts-tsunami-walk-run-aiming-to-boost-evacuation-awareness/

Senator threatens online critics with defamation lawsuit after ‘cancel’ campaign By Peter Roche A senator has accused 2 netizens of “bullying” him online and threatened them with a defamation lawsuit. The move follows last Thursday’s parliamentary vote, in which the Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat failed in his PM bid. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300876-senator-threatens-online-critics-with-defamation-lawsuit-after-‘cancel’-campaign/

A senator has accused 2 netizens of “bullying” him online and threatened them with a defamation lawsuit. The move follows last Thursday’s parliamentary vote, in which the Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat failed in his PM bid. Out of 249 senators, only 13 voted for Pita, with 34 voting against him and 159 abstained. There were 43 senators who didn’t even show up. So some younger, online-savvy supporters of the 8-party coalition, including Move Forward, have turned their attention to the Senators and targeting them online. Angry MFP supporters have been venting their frustration online, using the hashtag #senatorsbusiness to call for a boycott of businesses owned by senators who voted against Pita, abstained, or failed to show. #senatemistresses was also trending with angry netizens deciding to ‘out’ some of the Senators and their extra-marital affairs. By Peter Roche Full story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/senator-threatens-online-critics-with-defamation-lawsuit-after-cancel-campaign/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-07-17 - 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.

Thai railway eviction saga: Low-income residents face displacement for high-speed project by Mitch Connor Picture courtesy of Joshua Rawson-Harris, Unsplash The ongoing tale of the imminent relocation of the Bun Romsai community, along with over 100 other residents residing alongside a railway track in Phaya Thai district, Thailand, continues to unfold. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300875-thai-railway-eviction-saga-low-income-residents-face-displacement-for-high-speed-project/

Andaman provinces appeal to continue Phang-nga Airport study amid fears of overcrowding by Mitch Connor Picture courtesy of 4045, Freepik The Joint Public and Private Sector Consultative Committee (JPPSCC) spanning the Andaman provinces appealed to Airports of Thailand (AoT) to ensure the continuation of its feasibility study on the proposed Phang-nga Airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300872-andaman-provinces-appeal-to-continue-phang-nga-airport-study-amid-fears-of-overcrowding/

Rubber plantation horror: Hunt underway for murderer of Thai and Burmese victims by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ หนุมานข่าว Police are currently conducting a search for the murderer responsible for the deaths of a Thai man and three Burmese men in a rubber plantation in the Sawee district of Chum Phon province in the southern part of Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300870-rubber-plantation-horror-hunt-underway-for-murderer-of-thai-and-burmese-victims/

Vibrant pink Siam tulips in northeast Thailand draw tourists by Tara Abhasakun Photo by Nation Thailand. Nature enthusiasts and flower fans have been flocking to Sai Thong National Park in Chaiyaphum province to witness the breathtaking sight of a vast field of blooming pink Siam tulips. The influx of tourists began over the weekend, with visitors eagerly capturing photos and selfies amidst the stunning display. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300868-vibrant-pink-siam-tulips-in-northeast-thailand-draw-tourists/

Thai Woman Among Fatalities in Severe South Korean Floods by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Flooding and landslides, caused by heavy monsoon rainfall in South Korea, have reportedly killed a Thai woman in Gyeongsangbuk-do, located over 200 kilometers southeast of Seoul. The woman was one of at least 39 reported fatalities caused by the recent severe weather. The Thai embassy in Seoul took to Facebook to issue a warning to Thai citizens, urging them to exercise caution and to be mindful of the potential risks of flash flooding and landslides in various areas over the next 1-2 weeks. The embassy has contacted the deceased woman’s Thai husband and her employer to facilitate the repatriation of her remains back to Thailand. According to reports, rescue workers are facing significant challenges in reaching more than 10 vehicles and an unknown number of individuals trapped in a 430-meter underground tunnel in Cheongju, North Chungcheong province. The tunnel became inundated on July 15 when floodwaters rushed in too quickly for the vehicles inside to escape. The police have received reports of 11 individuals believed to still be inside the tunnel, but the official toll remains uncertain due to the uncertainty surrounding the number of occupants in each car. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, currently on an overseas trip, convened an emergency meeting with his advisors to discuss the government’s response to the disaster. He has instructed Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to mobilize all available resources in order to minimize further casualties. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230717105812096 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-07-17 - 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.

Thai woman swept away in South Korean floods by Petch Petpailin Photo by Kim Ju-hyung/Yonhap via AP A Thai woman working illegally in South Korea has tragically become one of the victims of the devastating flash floods, which have claimed the lives of at least 37 people and left nine others missing. As 9,000 residents grapple with the aftermath of this natural disaster in the East Asian nation, the extent of the destruction is becoming apparent. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300866-thai-woman-swept-away-in-south-korean-floods/