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Female SUV Driver Cuts off Motorcycle and Seriously Injures Two Sri Racha People By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Sri Racha — Two Thai people on a motorbike suffered serious injuries when their vehicle crashed into an SUV that cut them off on a Sri Racha road yesterday, June 19th, an eyewitness said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298517-female-suv-driver-cuts-off-motorcycle-and-seriously-injures-two-sri-racha-people/

Chonburi Man’s Six-day Solo Bird-Watching Sparks Search Operation By Tanakorn Panyadee Chonburi — A 46-year-old Thai man, who went solo bird-watching up in the mountains in Chonburi without telling anyone, turned out to be safe and not lost after a search operation was launched for him for over three days. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298516-chonburi-man’s-six-day-solo-bird-watching-sparks-search-operation/

Soi Adam Residents in Pattaya Hope For Their Street Sign to be Repaired By Adam Judd Pattaya, Thailand-Recently, residents of Soi 10/1 on South Pattaya Road, more commonly known locally as Soi Adam, contacted The Pattaya News hoping to get their street sign restored. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298515-soi-adam-residents-in-pattaya-hope-for-their-street-sign-to-be-repaired/

Japanese Man Donates 55 New Uniforms to Pattaya Tourist Police By Adam Judd Pattaya, Thailand- On the morning of June 20, 2023, a Japanese man donated 55 new uniforms to the Tourist Police Station in Pattaya. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298514-japanese-man-donates-55-new-uniforms-to-pattaya-tourist-police/

Thai man swindles 3 million baht from Singaporean businessman by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ ทั่วไทยนิวส์ A Thai man willingly turned himself in at Nimit Mai Police Station after orchestrating a scam that defrauded a Singaporean businessman of 3 million baht. The scam involved enticing the victim to invest in the man’s business in exchange for a long-stay visa in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298513-thai-man-swindles-3-million-baht-from-singaporean-businessman/

Rehearsals underway for selection of House speaker, two deputy House speakers and prime minister Officials of the Office of Secretariat of the House of Representatives conducted a rehearsal today (Tuesday) of the voting process for the selection of the House speaker, the two deputy House speakers and the new prime minister. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298512-rehearsals-underway-for-selection-of-house-speaker-two-deputy-house-speakers-and-prime-minister/

Officials of the Office of Secretariat of the House of Representatives conducted a rehearsal today (Tuesday) of the voting process for the selection of the House speaker, the two deputy House speakers and the new prime minister. An informed parliamentary source said that the selection of the House speaker and two deputy speakers is expected to take place within the 15 days following the official opening of the new parliamentary session, or around the middle of July. For the selection of their chosen candidates for the three speaker posts, MPs will cast secret ballots. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/rehearsals-underway-for-selection-of-house-speaker-two-deputy-house-speakers-and-prime-minister/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Nonthaburi woman arrested over 75,000 baht airline ticket scam on Facebook by Nattapong Westwood Royal Thau Police arrested a 27 year old woman in Nonthaburi province for her involvement in a fraudulent airline ticket scam. The arrest followed a warrant issued on April 19 for charges related to identity theft, conspiracy to defraud the public, and spreading false computer data. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298511-nonthaburi-woman-arrested-over-75000-baht-airline-ticket-scam-on-facebook/

Kabin Buri shop owner finds fortune in ancient tree, wins 500,000 baht in lottery by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO: Khaosod A larb food shop owner in Kabin Buri district, Prachin Buri province, reported good luck from an enormous takian tree in a private plot of land after scooping 500,000 baht (US$14,400) with 30 winning lottery tickets. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298510-kabin-buri-shop-owner-finds-fortune-in-ancient-tree-wins-500000-baht-in-lottery/

A ray of hope for Aussie mum in a coma after life-threatening tumble in Thailand (video) by Bob Scott Pictures courtesy of GoFundMe/Facebook The husband of an Aussie mum of three left in a coma after an accidental fall in Thailand announced that there has been an improvement to his wife’s condition but added she is still in a critical condition. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298509-a-ray-of-hope-for-aussie-mum-in-a-coma-after-life-threatening-tumble-in-thailand-video/

The husband of an Aussie mum of three left in a coma after an accidental fall in Thailand announced that there has been an improvement to his wife’s condition but added she is still in a critical condition. Kylee Enwright has been in a coma for more than three weeks following a fall that caused her to hit her head in Khao Lak, southern Thailand. The 48 year old mother from Singleton, New South Wales, lost consciousness and suffered head and ear bleeding due to the incident. The Aussie mum had stepped off a wooden deck and unexpectedly plunged about a metre to the ground below. This seemingly innocuous misstep led to a severe head injury, necessitating emergency brain surgery to remove a portion of her skull. After the accident, she was swiftly transported to a nearby medical centre, where her wounds were stitched, and she was intubated for assistance with breathing. Following this, Enwright was admitted to a larger hospital in Phuket, where she underwent brain surgery for six hours. Subsequently, she was placed in an induced coma for medical purposes. by Bob Scott Pictures courtesy of GoFundMe/Facebook Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/expats/a-ray-of-hope-for-aussie-mum-in-a-coma-after-life-threatening-tumble-in-thailand-video -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Woman faces 4 million baht debt without receiving truck from failed purchase deal by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of PS truck2hand รถสิบล้อ รถบรรทุกมือสอง Facebook. A shocking turn of events left a 39 year old woman from Kamphaeng Phet province with a staggering debt of 4 million baht (US$115,107) without possession of a vehicle she attempted to purchase. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298508-woman-faces-4-million-baht-debt-without-receiving-truck-from-failed-purchase-deal/

Motorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan by Samantha Rose PHOTO: Sanook. A motorcyclist survived a 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan National Park. He recounted the terrifying experience of plunging in the early hours of this morning due to stopping by the roadside. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298507-motorcyclist-survives-40-metre-fall-near-doi-khun-tan/

Explosion at Ratchaburi’s Canal Hotel causes collapse, injures 2 by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of Nat Nongphai Facebook An explosion at a renowned hotel in Ratchaburi province caused the building to collapse, injuring two individuals who were promptly hospitalised. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298506-explosion-at-ratchaburi’s-canal-hotel-causes-collapse-injures-2/

Phuket Tourism Sees Rebound Amid Influx of Foreign Visitors by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Phuket province is witnessing a surge in international tourists, with Chinese travelers leading the way, followed by those from Russia and Australia. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298505-phuket-tourism-sees-rebound-amid-influx-of-foreign-visitors/

More doctor and nurse positions to be created in state hospitals Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health and the Civil Service Commission (CSC) have agreed that about 35,000 positions for doctors and 140,000 positions for nurses will be created in the next three years, to address the shortage of medical staff and the brain drain from the state sector, especially among interns. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298504-more-doctor-and-nurse-positions-to-be-created-in-state-hospitals/

Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health and the Civil Service Commission (CSC) have agreed that about 35,000 positions for doctors and 140,000 positions for nurses will be created in the next three years, to address the shortage of medical staff and the brain drain from the state sector, especially among interns. Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin, deputy permanent secretary of public health, said today (Tuesday) that, in the long-term, about 2,000 additional medical students will be admitted to medical schools each year, resulting in more doctors graduating in the future. Regarding career paths for doctors in state hospitals, the CSC and the Public Health Ministry agreed that certain regulations will be reviewed to upgrade the status of doctors to specialists, as an incentive to prevent them from leaving to join private hospitals, where the pay is higher and the workload is lower, said Dr Taweesin. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/more-doctor-and-nurse-positions-to-be-created-in-state-hospitals/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Palang Pracharath MPs Poised To ‘Play By The Rules’ In Picking PM By Thai Newsroom Reporters Palang Pracharath MP Thammanat Prompao. Photo: Matichon PALANG PRACHARATH MPs will definitely choose to “play by the rules” in dealing with next month’s voting for prime minister named by the Move Forward which may have mustered endorsement from a majority of elected lawmakers, according to Palang Pracharath MP Thammanat Prompao. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298503-palang-pracharath-mps-poised-to-‘play-by-the-rules’-in-picking-pm/

PALANG PRACHARATH MPs will definitely choose to “play by the rules” in dealing with next month’s voting for prime minister named by the Move Forward which may have mustered endorsement from a majority of elected lawmakers, according to Palang Pracharath MP Thammanat Prompao. Without naming names, the former Palang Pracharath secretary-general today (June 20) made his comments in reference to the Move Forward which has already garnered support from a total of 312 MPs attached to eight coalition partners and been poised to name Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat for prime minister following the May 14 election. Looking for at least 64 more yea votes from among non-coalition MPs and senators, Pita could probably be endorsed by the Palang Pracharath MPs, among others, to make it legally adequate to assume the top post of the executive branch. By Thai Newsroom Reporters Palang Pracharath MP Thammanat Prompao. Photo: Matichon Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/20/palang-pracharath-mps-poised-to-play-by-the-rules-in-picking-pm/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Rumours Over Bhumjaithai Being Brought Into Coalition Govt Dismissed By Thai Newsroom Reporters Bhumjaithai de facto party boss Newin Chidchod. Top photo: Thai Rath FLASH HEARSAY THAT the Bhumjaithai under de facto party boss Newin Chidchob might probably be brought into a Move Forward-led coalition government was categorically dismissed by a deputy Move Forward leader today (June 20). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298502-rumours-over-bhumjaithai-being-brought-into-coalition-govt-dismissed/

FLASH HEARSAY THAT the Bhumjaithai under de facto party boss Newin Chidchob might probably be brought into a Move Forward-led coalition government was categorically dismissed by a deputy Move Forward leader today (June 20). Sirikanya Tansakul denied that some Move Forward MPs had recently held informal talk with Newin over the possibility of having the Bhumjaithai join the eight coalition partners as a ninth partner so that there will be enough yea votes for Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister. The Move Forward-led coalition partners have a combined force of 312 MPs, yet needing at least 64 more to make it adequate for Pita to assume the top post of the executive branch for which the 71 MPs of Newin’s camp might possibly be helpful. By Thai Newsroom Reporters Bhumjaithai de facto party boss Newin Chidchod. Top photo: Thai Rath Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/20/rumours-over-bhumjaithai-being-brought-into-coalition-govt-dismissed/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

to continue: Thailand Live Wednesday 21 June 2023 https://aseannow.com/topic/1298501-thailand-live-wednesday-21-june-2023/

Ruangkrai launches new bid to prevent Pita from becoming prime minister Serial petitioner Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged the Election Commission (EC) to ask the Constitutional Court to rule on whether Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat is qualified to be an MP, in his latest solo crusade to prevent the party’s candidate from becoming prime minister. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298500-ruangkrai-launches-new-bid-to-prevent-pita-from-becoming-prime-minister/

MOVE FORWARD leader and prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat has caught Covid-19 for the third time and as he is now self-isolating a meeting of the eight-partner coalition government scheduled for Thursday June 22 has been put off to next week, Matichon newspaper said this evening (June 20). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298499-pita-catches-covid-for-the-third-time-coalition-talks-put-off/

Serial petitioner Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged the Election Commission (EC) to ask the Constitutional Court to rule on whether Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat is qualified to be an MP, in his latest solo crusade to prevent the party’s candidate from becoming prime minister. Now that the EC has confirmed all 500 MPs in the House of Representatives, Ruangkrai cited Section 98 of the Constitution, saying that, if there is doubt about the qualification of an electoral candidate, because he or she may hold stakes in a media company, the EC can ask the Constitutional Court to consider the case. The activist also said that, according to Section 82 of the Constitution, one-tenth of the MPs or senators can ask the House or the Senate speaker to send their motion to consider the qualification of Pita to the Constitutional Court. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/ruangkrai-launches-new-bid-to-prevent-pita-from-becoming-prime-minister/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-21 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.