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Buriram Residents Worry Over Digital Wallet Scheme Cancellation: Buriram residents fear the potential cancellation of the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme after PM Srettha Thavisin’s ousting. The scheme, a key initiative from the Pheu Thai Party, was seen as vital amid rising living costs. The community hopes the new leadership will prioritize economic recovery.

Muay Thai Boxer Flees After Killing Father in Yala: A 27-year-old Muay Thai boxer, Hasen Wahani, is on the run after fatally slitting his father’s throat at their Yala home. Known in the boxing world as Saifon Rattanaphanu, Hasen fled to a nearby forest. His sister urges him to surrender peacefully as police continue their search.

Unlocking Wellness: Enhancing Your Life's Quality and Longevity with Miskawaan Health Group In this insightful Tiger Podcast episode, Dr. Wessolly and Dr. Andy from Miskawaan Health Group shed light on revolutionizing healthcare through a holistic approach. Rather than treating the body as a collection of parts, their focus is on understanding how organs work together. Dr. Wessolly, a former intensive care doctor, and Dr. Andy, a sports medicine specialist, discuss how traditional medicine often falls short by focusing on symptoms rather than root causes. They emphasize lifestyle changes over quick fixes, particularly in the areas of weight loss, cancer care, and immune health. The doctors share personal experiences with food intolerances, stress management, and the critical connection between the gut and the brain. Through personalized testing, they tailor treatments to individual needs, debunking fad diets and generalized health advice. Their integrative, science-based methods offer hope for those seeking sustainable wellness, highlighting the importance of addressing the root causes of ailments rather than just managing symptoms. This conversation challenges conventional wisdom, urging individuals to take charge of their health and well-being. To learn more or to book a consultation, visit Miskawaan Health Group’s website or follow them on social media. Facebook: Miskawaan Health Clinic Instagram: Miskawaanhealthbkk LinkedIn: Miskawaan Health Group YouTube: MasterClass with Miskawaan #HealthCare #Wellness #CancerCare #WeightLoss #MiskawaanHealthGroup #Miskawaan #HealthEvent #Bangkok

Rama II Road Inbound Lanes Closed for Construction, August 16-31: The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) announced the temporary closure of the inbound parallel lanes on Rama II Road near Big C Kheha Thonburi bus stop from August 16 to 31, 10 pm-5 am daily, for the Rama III – Dao Khanong – Western Bangkok Outer Ring Road Expressway project. Traffic will be diverted, with warning signs and traffic lights in place. Motorists are urged to follow guidelines and drive carefully.

Chiang Rai Faces Third Major Flood as Mae Sai River Overflows: Chiang Rai experienced its third major flood of the year as the Mae Sai River overflowed, affecting border communities and the Sa Lom Joy market. Early on August 14, floodwaters surged, prompting shopkeepers to move goods to safety. Local officials responded with sandbags to limit flooding, mostly confined to riverbank areas. Neighboring Tachileik in Myanmar suffered more extensive damage, particularly in the Tha Lo market.

Bangkok Condo Owner Faces 120,000 Baht Renovation Bill After Tenant Trashes Rental: A Bangkok condo owner, Payungsak, faced a 120,000 baht renovation bill after a tenant left the unit in a deplorable state. The tenant, a PR woman, left the Sukhumvit 103 condo filled with trash, leaking black water, and a foul odour. Despite sporadic rent payments and poor communication, the tenant offered only 15,000 baht towards damages. Payungsak, considering legal action, shared his story on social media to highlight tenant responsibility.

The transcription below features news stories from Thailand and Southeast Asian countries. These stories range from Chaikasem's nomination as the new Thai Prime Minister to Prabowo's free meals plan to expand Indonesia's dairy consumption. 1. Chaikasem Nominated for Thai PM Amid Political Turmoil: Chaikasem Nitisiri, a senior Pheu Thai Party figure, is set to be nominated as Thailand's new prime minister after Srettha Thavisin's dismissal. A special House meeting will vote on his nomination on Friday. Chaikasem, 76, was chosen over Paetongtarn Shinawatra for political reasons. Pheu Thai's coalition holds a strong majority, making his nomination likely to succeed. Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai will serve as caretaker PM and lead strategy discussions. 2. SRT Warns Passengers After Dangerous Incident: The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) warned passengers to follow safety regulations after a 19-year-old was injured while filming content by leaning out of a moving train on August 5. The SRT stressed the dangers of such behaviour and increased safety checks. Passengers are urged to avoid risky actions like riding on train steps or leaning out of windows. The SRT remains committed to passenger safety and enforcing regulations. 3. Thai Ministry Urges the Public to Stop Giving Money to Beggars: The Thai Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is launching a campaign to discourage giving money to beggars, starting Friday at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. Social Development Minister Varawut Silpa-archa emphasises that giving money can lead to exploitation. A recent survey showed a 20% increase in beggars, particularly in Bangkok and tourist areas. The government aims to address this issue and protect vulnerable individuals. 4. Bangkok Condo Owner Faces 120,000 Baht Renovation Bill After Tenant Trashes Rental: A Bangkok condo owner, Payungsak, faced a 120,000 baht renovation bill after a tenant left the unit in a deplorable state. The tenant, a PR woman, left the Sukhumvit 103 condo filled with trash, leaking black water, and a foul odour. Despite sporadic rent payments and poor communication, the tenant offered only 15,000 baht towards damages. Payungsak, considering legal action, shared his story on social media to highlight tenant responsibility. 5. Chiang Rai Faces Third Major Flood as Mae Sai River Overflows: Chiang Rai experienced its third major flood of the year as the Mae Sai River overflowed, affecting border communities and the Sa Lom Joy market. Early on August 14, floodwaters surged, prompting shopkeepers to move goods to safety. Local officials responded with sandbags to limit flooding, mostly confined to riverbank areas. Neighboring Tachileik in Myanmar suffered more extensive damage, particularly in the Tha Lo market. 6. Rama II Road Inbound Lanes Closed for Construction, August 16-31: The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) announced the temporary closure of the inbound parallel lanes on Rama II Road near Big C Kheha Thonburi bus stop from August 16 to 31, 10 pm-5 am daily, for the Rama III – Dao Khanong – Western Bangkok Outer Ring Road Expressway project. Traffic will be diverted, with warning signs and traffic lights in place. Motorists are urged to follow guidelines and drive carefully. 7. Singapore to Charge Two Ex-Bankers in Major Money-Laundering Case: Singapore will charge two former Chinese bankers on Thursday in connection with the country's largest money-laundering case, involving S$3 billion (US$2.3 billion) in illicit funds. The bankers allegedly served criminals in the scandal, including illegal gambling operations. Last year, authorities seized significant assets, and ten individuals were jailed. Singapore’s police emphasized strict legal actions against money laundering. 8. Woman Survives Brutal Stabbing at Store in Sri Muda: A young female supervisor at a beverage and ice cream store in Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam, was stabbed eight times by a suspected robber on August 12. The attack was captured on CCTV. Despite severe injuries, she was discharged from Shah Alam Hospital later that day. The police identified the suspect through footage and are pursuing him. The incident has sparked renewed debate over foreign workers in Malaysia. 9. Prabowo's Free Meals Plan to Expand Indonesia's Dairy Consumption: Indonesia's president-elect, Prabowo Subianto, plans to provide free meals to over 80 million school children, aiming to improve nutrition but likely increasing dairy imports. The $28 billion initiative, including meals for expectant mothers, will require 4.1 million tons of milk annually, with Indonesia currently meeting only 16% of its demand. The plan could boost imports from countries like New Zealand and Australia while developing Indonesia's milk industry.

Thai Ministry Urges the Public to Stop Giving Money to Beggars: The Thai Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is launching a campaign to discourage giving money to beggars, starting Friday at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. Social Development Minister Varawut Silpa-archa emphasises that giving money can lead to exploitation. A recent survey showed a 20% increase in beggars, particularly in Bangkok and tourist areas. The government aims to address this issue and protect vulnerable individuals.

Chaikasem Nominated for Thai PM Amid Political Turmoil: Chaikasem Nitisiri, a senior Pheu Thai Party figure, is set to be nominated as Thailand's new prime minister after Srettha Thavisin's dismissal. A special House meeting will vote on his nomination on Friday. Chaikasem, 76, was chosen over Paetongtarn Shinawatra for political reasons. Pheu Thai's coalition holds a strong majority, making his nomination likely to succeed. Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai will serve as caretaker PM and lead strategy discussions.

SRT Warns Passengers After Dangerous Incident: The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) warned passengers to follow safety regulations after a 19-year-old was injured while filming content by leaning out of a moving train on August 5. The SRT stressed the dangers of such behaviour and increased safety checks. Passengers are urged to avoid risky actions like riding on train steps or leaning out of windows. The SRT remains committed to passenger safety and enforcing regulations.

Thailand Ranks 44th in the Paris 2024 Olympics: Thailand ranked 44th in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, winning six medals: one gold in taekwondo, three silvers (two in weightlifting, one in badminton), and two bronzes (one in weightlifting, one in boxing). Thailand placed third among ASEAN countries. Panipak Wongpattanakit became the first Thai athlete to win two Olympic gold medals in taekwondo.

Temu’s Entry into the Thai Market Prompts Action: The entry of e-commerce giant Temu has prompted the Thai government to protect local SMEs. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stressed the need for adaptation. The Ministry of Commerce aims to ensure fair competition, prevent low-quality imports, and promote Thai products through events like a live commerce festival.

Pipe Bomb Attack at Narathiwat Checkpoint: Two assailants threw pipe bombs at the Batu checkpoint in Narathiwat, injuring a paramilitary volunteer and damaging property. The suspects fled on a motorcycle. The incident, which was caught on CCTV, highlights ongoing unrest in the region. Authorities are increasing security and seeking public help to apprehend the attackers.

Bangkok Man Arrested After Three-Week Manhunt: Police arrested 38-year-old Surapong after a three-week manhunt for raping a 59-year-old woman in Bangkok. The attack happened on July 23. Surapong fled but was identified through personal documents left behind. He evaded the police by moving between provinces before being found in Bangkok. He faces charges of sexual assault and has a criminal history.

The transcription below provides the stories across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries in the Good Morning Thailand program, hosted by Alex. The news stories range from the overstaying Russian-Canadian arrested in Koh Pha Ngan to Singapore easing permanent residency rules for international students. 1. Russian-Canadian Arrested in Koh Pha Ngan A 56-year-old Russian-Canadian, Dimitri, was arrested in Koh Pha Ngan for overstaying his visa by nearly four years and begging for food. Residents reported him to the Tourist Police. Dimitri faces charges under Thailand's Immigration Act, risking up to two years in prison and a fine of up to 20,000 baht. Thai police are cracking down on visa overstayers and illegal workers. 2. Hidden Camera Found in Chon Buri Apartment In Chon Buri, a transgender caretaker is suspected of installing a hidden camera in a woman's air-conditioning unit. The victim, Noon, found the camera and reported it on Facebook. The caretaker, who entered without permission, has disappeared. Police are investigating, including analyzing fingerprints on the camera. 3. Bangkok Man Arrested After Three-Week Manhunt Police arrested 38-year-old Surapong after a three-week manhunt for raping a 59-year-old woman in Bangkok. The attack happened on July 23. Surapong fled but was identified through personal documents left behind. He evaded the police by moving between provinces before being found in Bangkok. He faces charges of sexual assault and has a criminal history. 4. Pipe Bomb Attack at Narathiwat Checkpoint Two assailants threw pipe bombs at the Batu checkpoint in Narathiwat, injuring a paramilitary volunteer and damaging property. The suspects fled on a motorcycle. The incident, which was caught on CCTV, highlights ongoing unrest in the region. Authorities are increasing security and seeking public help to apprehend the attackers. 5. Temu’s Entry into the Thai Market Prompts Action The entry of e-commerce giant Temu has prompted the Thai government to protect local SMEs. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stressed the need for adaptation. The Ministry of Commerce aims to ensure fair competition, prevent low-quality imports, and promote Thai products through events like a live commerce festival. 6. Thailand Ranks 44th in the Paris 2024 Olympics Thailand ranked 44th in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, winning six medals: one gold in taekwondo, three silvers (two in weightlifting, one in badminton), and two bronzes (one in weightlifting, one in boxing). Thailand placed third among ASEAN countries. Panipak Wongpattanakit became the first Thai athlete to win two Olympic gold medals in taekwondo. 7. Philippines to Review Agreement with China The Philippines will review its agreement with China on avoiding confrontations during resupply missions to the Second Thomas Shoal. The agreement, made in July, allowed a Philippine resupply mission without interference. Recent incidents, including Chinese aircraft flares near a Philippine plane, have reignited tensions. Philippine officials insist the agreement does not affect their territorial claims. 8. Indonesian President's First Cabinet Meeting in Nusantara Indonesian President Joko Widodo held his first cabinet meeting in Nusantara, the future capital still under construction. The $33 billion project symbolizes Indonesia's future, aiming for a green, sustainable city. President-elect Prabowo Subianto supports the project. Private investment is crucial, but the project faces environmental and displacement criticisms. 9. Singapore Eases Permanent Residency Rules for Students Singapore has eased permanent residency rules for international students, allowing applications after passing at least one national exam or being in an integrated program. Students aged 15 and above can now apply online. The changes aim to enhance integration and offer a pathway to citizenship, with a high success rate for applicants.

Russian-Canadian Arrested in Koh Pha Ngan: A 56-year-old Russian-Canadian, Dimitri, was arrested in Koh Pha Ngan for overstaying his visa by nearly four years and begging for food. Residents reported him to the Tourist Police. Dimitri faces charges under Thailand's Immigration Act, risking up to two years in prison and a fine of up to 20,000 baht. Thai police are cracking down on visa overstayers and illegal workers.

Hidden Camera Found in Chon Buri Apartment: In Chon Buri, a transgender caretaker is suspected of installing a hidden camera in a woman's air-conditioning unit. The victim, Noon, found the camera and reported it on Facebook. The caretaker, who entered without permission, has disappeared. Police are investigating, including analyzing fingerprints on the camera.

Photo of Tourist Standing on Buddha’s Footprint at Thai Temple Sparks Debate: A photo of a tourist standing on a replica of Buddha’s footprint at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep sparked online debate. Posted by influencer Toffee the Computer Repairing Ladyboy, the image led to criticism and highlighted the need for clearer guidelines at sacred sites.

Irish Man Arrested in Pattaya After Fight with Driver and Alleged Attack on Police: An intoxicated Irish man was arrested in Pattaya after fighting with a Bolt driver and allegedly attacking a volunteer police officer. Both the man and the officer sustained injuries and were taken to a hospital for treatment.

Bangkok Falls Off the List of Top Scamming Destinations for Tourists: Bangkok has dropped from first to sixth place on McAfee's list of scamming destinations for tourists. Benidorm, Spain, now holds the top spot. British tourists lost £12 million to holiday scams in 2023, prompting experts to advise caution when booking holidays.

The transcription below provides the stories covered in the Good Morning Thailand program, hosted by Alex. The stories range from severe weather warnings in Northern Thailand to Malaysian cyclist Awang's disqualification, ending hopes for an Olympic gold. Brawl Between Tourists and Local Workers on Karon Beach Goes Viral A fight between Indian tourists and local workers on Karon Beach, Phuket, over beach umbrellas went viral. Social media reactions were mixed, with some criticizing the free visa program and tourist behaviour. Despite the controversy, no formal complaints were filed. Thai BBQ Restaurant Faces Backlash Over Refund Demand Incident A Thai BBQ restaurant faced backlash after a customer demanded a refund for poor service despite dining for two hours. Security footage showed the customer consumed large amounts of food, raising concerns about the complaint's fairness. The incident went viral on social media. Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warnings Issued Across Northern Thailand Heavy rain is forecasted for 53 provinces in northern and northeastern Thailand. The Meteorological Department warns of potential flash floods and forest runoffs. Residents and mariners are advised to exercise caution due to high waves and strong winds. Irish Man Arrested in Pattaya After Fight with Driver and Alleged Attack on Police An intoxicated Irish man was arrested in Pattaya after fighting with a Bolt driver and allegedly attacking a volunteer police officer. Both the man and the officer sustained injuries and were taken to a hospital for treatment. Photo of Tourist Standing on Buddha’s Footprint at Thai Temple Sparks Debate A photo of a tourist standing on a replica of Buddha’s footprint at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep sparked online debate. Posted by influencer Toffee the Computer Repairing Ladyboy, the image led to criticism and highlighted the need for clearer guidelines at sacred sites. Bangkok Falls Off the List of Top Scamming Destinations for Tourists Bangkok has dropped from first to sixth place on McAfee's list of scamming destinations for tourists. Benidorm, Spain, now holds the top spot. British tourists lost £12 million to holiday scams in 2023, prompting experts to advise caution when booking holidays. Singapore Airlines Boosts European Flights for Summer 2025 Singapore Airlines is expanding its European network for the summer of 2025, adding more flights to London, Rome, Milan, and Barcelona. The London Gatwick-Singapore route will increase to daily service. The Singapore-Manchester-Houston route will be discontinued, but Singapore-Manchester flights will continue five times weekly. Vietnam’s New Party Chief to Visit China in First Foreign Trip Vietnam's new party chief, To Lam, will visit China next week, his first foreign trip since taking office. The visit includes meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other officials, emphasizing strong ties despite South China Sea tensions. Malaysian Cyclist Awang Disqualified, Ending Hopes for Olympic Gold Malaysian cyclist Azizulhasni Awang, nicknamed the "pocket rocket," was disqualified from the keirin event at the Paris Olympics, ending his hopes of winning Malaysia's first gold medal. Awang plans to retire and focus on completing his university degree and contributing to sports management.

Thai BBQ Restaurant Faces Backlash Over Refund Demand Incident: A Thai BBQ restaurant faced backlash after a customer demanded a refund for poor service despite dining for two hours. Security footage showed the customer consumed large amounts of food, raising concerns about the complaint's fairness. The incident went viral on social media.

Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warnings Issued Across Northern Thailand: Heavy rain is forecasted for 53 provinces in northern and northeastern Thailand. The Meteorological Department warns of potential flash floods and forest runoffs. Residents and mariners are advised to exercise caution due to high waves and strong winds.

Brawl Between Tourists and Local Workers on Karon Beach Goes Viral: A fight between Indian tourists and local workers on Karon Beach, Phuket, over beach umbrellas went viral. Social media reactions were mixed, with some criticizing the free visa program and tourist behaviour. Despite the controversy, no formal complaints were filed.

Belgian Man Rescued After Being Trapped in Car Due to Dead Battery: A Belgian man, Roger Bert Decker, was trapped in his car for over two hours at a petrol station in Kamphaengphet after the vehicle's battery died. A convenience store worker noticed Decker struggling to open his car door and called for rescue assistance. Despite multiple attempts to unlock the door, the efforts failed, and Decker began to struggle with breathing. Rescuers eventually broke the car window to free him. The Tourist Police arranged transportation for Decker to continue his journey to Chon Buri, as his car required repairs.