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Chon Buri van collision leaves 5 injured in early morning accident by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod In the early hours of this morning, a collision between two vans in Chon Buri province led to five people being injured. Police and emergency services from Samed Police Station were alerted to the crash at a red light intersection in Samed, Mueang Chon Buri, at around 5am. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299997-chon-buri-van-collision-leaves-5-injured-in-early-morning-accident/

Elderly man and young woman severely injured in Phuket accident by Mitch Connor Picture by Eakkapop Thongtub. A tragic biking accident occurred yesterday on Thepkrasattri Road in Phuket, which involved an elderly man and a young woman. Seventy-three year old Anek Amnuaychokchai was eagerly boarding a songthaew when he was struck by a motorbike riding at high speed. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299996-elderly-man-and-young-woman-severely-injured-in-phuket-accident/

UPDATE: Foreign felons fall: Immigration Bureau’s busts net 25 international suspects in Thailand’s crime crackdown by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ ดาวแปดแฉก Immigration Bureau officers yesterday announced a number of successful operations against foreign criminals in Thailand. The Immigration Bureau managed to arrest 25 foreign suspects in five major cases. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299956-pattaya-police-launch-major-anti-crime-operation-specifically-targeting-foreign-criminals-and-fugitives/?do=findComment&comment=18188079

Thailand News - Pita’s Senate uphill battle, national Dengue death warning : Tim Newton Today - July 7 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299993-thailand-news-pita’s-senate-uphill-battle-national-dengue-death-warning-tim-newton-today-july-7/

The Thai Airways brand is not doing well whilst other Thai brands are becoming more popular since 2019, the migrant worker amnesty will continue until the end of this month, a 3-fold surge of Dengue cases and deaths in Thailand, 5 year anniversary since the start of the rescue of the 13 young footballers from the Than Luang cave in Chiang Rai. Should you leave bad reviews of Thai hotels? It may not end well. Pita Limjareonrat is facing un uphill battle to woes Thailand's hand-picked Senate, Tim Newton Today is a daily take on Thai and regional news and issues of interest to expats and foreign tourists. With thanks to our sponsor 5 Star Marine in Phuket for premium, private charters. Click on this link for a special offer for TNT viewers... https://5starmarinephuket.com/tim/

Thai Meteorological Department issues flash floods and heavy rain warning by Samantha Rose Picture courtesy of Eutah Mizushima, Unsplash The Thai Meteorological Department has announced a cautionary warning for the period between 8 to 10 July, urging people to brace for heavy rainfall, risk of flash floods, and forest runoff. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299991-thai-meteorological-department-issues-flash-floods-and-heavy-rain-warning/

The Thai Meteorological Department has announced a cautionary warning for the period between 8 to 10 July, urging people to brace for heavy rainfall, risk of flash floods, and forest runoff. The department also warned of high waves, recommending that people avoid travelling by boat. Today, The Meteorological Department forecasted the weather over the next 24-hour period, emphasising that a moderate southwest monsoon continues to prevail over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, resulting in ongoing thundershowers over the period. In the upper Andaman Sea, the wave height reaches 1 to 2 metres, and in areas where there are thundershowers, the waves can exceed 2 metres. In the lower Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, the waves are approximately 1 metre high, and in areas where there are thundershowers, waves can reach 1 to 2 metres height. Boat operators in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are urged to travel with caution and avoid areas with thundershowers over the period. The weather forecast for Thailand, starting from midnight today to midnight tomorrow, predicts 40% of the northern region will experience thundershowers, mainly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Kamphaeng Phet, Tak, and Phetchabun. Temperatures will reach a minimum of 24 to 26 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 34 to 37 degrees Celsius, with southwest winds blowing at a speed of 10 to 20 kilometres per hour. by Samantha Rose Picture courtesy of Eutah Mizushima, Unsplash #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/weather/thai-meteorological-department-issues-flash-floods-and-heavy-rain-warning-from-8-to-10-july -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-07 - 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.

MYAirline Introduces Presence in Bangkok, Thailand Redefining Air Travel Experiences BANGKOK, Thailand, 5 July 2023 – MYAirline, Malaysia’s leading airline, proudly announces its expansion into Bangkok with the inaugural flight on 28 June 2023, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s second phase of growth strategy. To mark this achievement, MYAirline hosted a media roundtable, gathering esteemed journalists and tourism experts to introduce MYAirline, its offerings and innovations along with vision for revolutionizing the aviation sector. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299987-myairline-introduces-presence-in-bangkok-thailand/

Warehouse fire in Nonthaburi draws over 50 fire engines, suspicion points to electrical short circuit by Samantha Rose Photo courtesy of Sanook On the night of yesterday, a significant warehouse inferno required the urgent coordination of over 50 fire engines and greater than one hundred firemen, to bring the fire under control after an arduous 90 minutes. The suspected cause of the warehouse fire outbreak points to an electrical short circuit. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299986-warehouse-fire-in-nonthaburi-draws-over-50-fire-engines-suspicion-points-to-electrical-short-circuit/

Thai Airways lags as Centara Grand emerges Thailand’s strongest brand by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of Craig Stevens, Flickr The sluggish revival of business tourism, coupled with Thailand’s failure to establish itself as a global connection hub, has resulted in Thai Airways’ brand value lagging behind its rivals. Conversely, Centara Grand Hotels & Resorts has emerged as the strongest brand in the nation this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299972-thai-airways-lags-as-centara-grand-emerges-thailand’s-strongest-brand/

The sluggish revival of business tourism, coupled with Thailand’s failure to establish itself as a global connection hub, has resulted in Thai Airways’ brand value lagging behind its rivals. Conversely, Centara Grand Hotels & Resorts has emerged as the strongest brand in the nation this year. According to Alex Haigh, who serves as the Asia-Pacific Managing Director at Brand Finance, the Thai Government should place an additional emphasis on enticing immigrants who wish to work and retire in the country. Haigh suggested that Thailand should go beyond projecting itself as a leisure-oriented destination, an image it has successfully cultivated among travellers worldwide. Recent studies conducted by Brand Finance revealed a somewhat tepid growth in the brand value of Thai Airways. Currently standing at US$990 million, Thai Airways’ value has certainly increased, but it has failed to keep pace with rivals such as Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, whose corresponding growth rates of 8% and 5% respectively outperformed Thai Airways’ 3% year on year increase. by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of Craig Stevens, Flickr #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thai-airways-lags-as-centara-grand-emerges-thailands-strongest-brand -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-07 - 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.

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 7 July 2023 Move Forward Party deputy leader Siri-kanya says Prospective PRIME minister- Pita Lim-jaroen-rat will very likely get enough votes to become prime minister at the first session next Thursday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299971-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-7-july-2023/

Move Forward Party deputy leader Siri-kanya says Prospective PRIME minister- Pita Lim-jaroen-rat will very likely get enough votes to become prime minister at the first session next Thursday. With 312 coalition MPs on his side, Pita will need at least 64 more votes from non-coalition MPs and the unelected senators to clinch the post. Migrant workers from four neighbouring countries will be allowed to stay in Thailand until the end of this month, while their employers arrange for the renewal of their work permits, Their documents should have been submitted at the end of May An estimated 500,000 migrant workers were found to have been unable to meet the deadline. So, the Cabinet has extend the deadline. Move forward leader Mr Pita tweeted a message inviting Taylor swift to perform in Thailand. She begins a world tour next month and will perform in singapore in March next year. Mr pitas tweet.. Read: Hey Taylor! Big fan of yours. Btw, Thailand is back on track to be fully democratic after you had to cancel last time due to the coup. The Thai people have spoken via the election and we all look forward... To welcoming you to this beautiful nation of ours Around the Region: Japanese officials are worried that China, the biggest buyer of its seafood exports, may halt those purchases, after Tokyo begins releasing treated wastewater from its crippled Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea. The UN nuclear watchdog this week gave Japan the green light to begin discharging more than a million tonnes of water. Vietnam: The organiser of a Blackpink concert in Hanoi has apologised after its website featured a map showing China's territorial claims in the South China Sea, prompting a backlash on social media. Blackpink is due to host two concerts in the Vietnamese capital in late July. The weather: Sunny Partly cloudy Chiang Mai and the north: sunny partly Cloudy, 35C Bangkok: sunny partly Cloudy, 35C Pattaya, Sunny, partly cloudy 33C Phuket and the south: sunny, partly cloudy 32C ‘Hua Hin’ :Sunny partly cloudy, expect a few thunderstorms 33C Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 -- © Copyright SURF 102.5 FM 2023-07-07 - 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.

Migrant amnesty program extended for half a million foreign labourers amid shortage in Thailand by Mitch Connor Photo: Traisuree Taisaranakul, Nation Thailand In a bid to alleviate Thailand’s labour shortage and lay the groundwork for post-pandemic economic recovery, the country’s cabinet has decided to lengthen its foreign migrants’ amnesty programme until the close of the month. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299967-migrant-amnesty-program-extended-for-half-a-million-foreign-labourers-amid-shortage-in-thailand/

In a bid to alleviate Thailand’s labour shortage and lay the groundwork for post-pandemic economic recovery, the country’s cabinet has decided to lengthen its foreign migrants’ amnesty programme until the close of the month. This initiative allows close to half a million workers from neighbouring nations namely, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam, to effectively organise the permits necessary for legal residence and employment within Thailand. The extension of the migrant amnesty programme was presented to the public yesterday by the government’s deputy spokesperson, Traisuree Taisaranakul, who detailed that the decision had been solidified two days prior. Initially introduced on February 7, this amnesty programme was designed as a solution to Thailand’s labour deficit. It provided an opportunity for immigrants from the aforementioned countries residing illegally in Thailand to surface and legally register without facing punitive measures. The migrant amnesty programme was slated to conclude on May 15, however, it was discovered that approximately 500,000 workers were still to complete their registration with the labour authorities, reported Bangkok Post. The reasons behind this were primarily associated with administrative obstacles and financial constraints. by Mitch Connor Top Photo: Traisuree Taisaranakul, Nation Thailand #news Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/economy/thailand-extends-amnesty-for-half-a-million-foreign-labourers-amid-shortage -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-07 - 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.

Bangkok intersection project expedited for August completion amid pedestrian safety concerns by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post The Bangkok City Administration, led by Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, has instructed the contracting company of the Na Ranong Bangkok intersection flyover project to expedite the delayed construction and ensure its completion by the end of this month. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299966-bangkok-intersection-project-expedited-for-august-completion-amid-pedestrian-safety-concerns/

Japanese Tourist Questions Structural Integrity of Thai Bridges; Sparks Online Debate A Japanese tourist visiting Thailand has sparked a debate on social media after questioning the structural integrity of Thai bridges. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299965-japanese-tourist-questions-structural-integrity-of-thai-bridges-sparks-online-debate/

A Japanese tourist visiting Thailand has sparked a debate on social media after questioning the structural integrity of Thai bridges, reported Daily News. On July 6, the tourist posted a photograph on Twitter of a slender bridge support, questioning if it was too thin for safety. The post, which has attracted over 7,800 tweets, 1,000 comments and over 12.2 million views, has stirred a vigorous online discussion among locals and foreigners alike. Picture: Daily News While some netizens believe that the thinness of the bridge support presents a risk, particularly with Thailand's frequent seismic activities, others argue that it complies with engineering standards. Amid the controversy, many are calling on related agencies to clarify the situation before it potentially damages Thailand's image among tourists. The incident highlights the need for clear communication about safety standards to maintain public confidence in the country's infrastructure. #news -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-07 - 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 Police Prepare for PM Election Day Protests Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Acharn Kraithong revealed Thursday (July 6) that the Royal Thai Police have ordered preparations for the care and security of the Parliament building during the upcoming PM election day on July 13. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299963-thai-police-prepare-for-pm-election-day-protests/

Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Acharn Kraithong revealed Thursday (July 6) that the Royal Thai Police have ordered preparations for the care and security of the Parliament building during the upcoming PM election day on July 13. Lt. Gen. Damrong Sakdiprasert, the Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, has instructed Lt. Gen. Roi Ingparoj, the Deputy Commissioner-General, to oversee overall management and has tasked the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) with facilitating traffic and maintaining order around the vicinity of the Parliament building. Additionally, they have been directed to mobilize personnel, equipment, and vehicles to support the duties of the security forces on that day. The National Police Office will enforce the Public Assembly Act and related laws, prohibiting gatherings within a radius of 50 meters around the Parliament building, according to Section 7 of the Act. Lt. Gen. Acharn underscored the significance of organizers providing a notification of at least 24 hours in advance to the pertinent local authorities, reported INN. He placed significant emphasis on the imperative that, despite the constitutional protection of the right to assemble, such activities must be conducted strictly within the confines of the established legal parameters. #news -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-07-07 - 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

Soi Cowboy: Crackdown on Drugs, Guns, Human Trafficking, Child Abuse Picture: Siam Rath On July 6, the Thonglor Police Station and the Metropolitan Police Bureau, in collaboration with the Provincial Police Region 5, embarked on the operation "Close The Box: Soi Cowboy", an initiative designed to crack down on various criminal activities including drug and human trafficking, as well as illegal possession of firearms. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299962-soi-cowboy-crackdown-on-drugs-guns-human-trafficking-child-abuse/

Tourists Helped after Getting Lost at Krating Cape in Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Rawai, Phuket – Two tourists needed to be helped after they got lost at Krating Cape, southwest of Phuket. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299960-tourists-helped-after-getting-lost-at-krating-cape-in-phuket/

Patong Police Investigate Complaints about Foreign Barbers By Goongnang Suksawat Patong – The Patong Police have investigated after they received complaints that foreigners were doing forbidden jobs as barbers and salon workers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299959-patong-police-investigate-complaints-about-foreign-barbers/

UPDATE: Five People Arrested After Fifteen Gun Shots Fired in Public Area in Kathu By Goongnang Suksawat Kathu – Five suspects were arrested after fifteen-gun shots were fired in broad daylight in Kathu in a residential area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299958-update-five-people-arrested-after-fifteen-gun-shots-fired-in-public-area-in-kathu/

Siam Piwat and Pivot Digital Forge a New Path in Digital Innovation with the Launch of Joint Venture, Xponential Siam Piwat, a leading real estate and retail developer behind iconic landmarks such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM, ICS, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, is charting a new course in digital innovation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299957-siam-piwat-and-pivot-digital-forge-a-new-path-in-digital-innovation with-the-launch-of-joint-venture-xponential/