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Report Israeli Tourist Sparks Outrage Over Shoe Rule Dispute in Thailand
What do ignorant bigots do? -
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Crime Disabled Australian Tourist Robbed in Pattaya Hotel by Woman He Met on Beach
Assuming it was a real poo ying? -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 8 May 2025
Rocket Fest Safety Alert: Aviation Threat from Sky-High Celebrations Bang Fai. File photo courtesy of TAT The Deputy Transport Minister of Thailand, Manaporn Charoensri, has put the Department of Airports (DoA) on high alert ahead of the Bun Bang Fai festival. As rocket launches are set to light up the skies, a close watch is to be kept to ensure aviation safety isn't put at risk. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1360084-rocket-fest-safety-alert-aviation-threat-from-sky-high-celebrations/ -
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Report Israeli Tourist Sparks Outrage Over Shoe Rule Dispute in Thailand
Is the shop owner on record as saying that (shoes OK) because I can't find anything on Thai social media mentioning quotes along those lines. -
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EV Charger paradox in Pattaya
As someone already replied, PEA refuses to do it now. Which is understandable if their current meters are capable of handling home chargers. -
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Report Rocket Fest Safety Alert: Aviation Threat from Sky-High Celebrations
Bang Fai. File photo courtesy of TAT The Deputy Transport Minister of Thailand, Manaporn Charoensri, has put the Department of Airports (DoA) on high alert ahead of the Bun Bang Fai festival. As rocket launches are set to light up the skies, a close watch is to be kept to ensure aviation safety isn't put at risk. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has rolled out detailed guidelines, so there’s no room for complacency during the festivities. The Bun Bang Fai festival, the highly anticipated rocket launching shindig, usually takes place in May or June across several northeastern provinces such as Si Sa Ket, Nakhon Phanom, Roi Et, Kalasin, and Yasothon. As part of the tradition, rockets are launched to as high as 7,000 to 8,000 feet to herald the rainy season. With such heights, there’s a potential threat to airplanes cruising nearby, which has prompted enhanced safety coordination efforts this year. Airports are working tirelessly with local authorities, ensuring launches are strictly regulated and permission is duly sought for every rocket leaving the ground. Restrictions are in place to prevent any unauthorized launches in sensitive airspace, with clear alerts sent to pilots. Straying from these regulations isn’t simply frowned upon; it potentially earns offenders a hefty penalty, including imprisonment or fines up to 200,000 baht, escalating to possibly facing a death sentence for endangering aircraft, with fines soaring to 800,000 baht. The push for safety measures comes as local communities prepare to celebrate, balancing tradition with aviation protocol to keep the skies safe yet festive. As the Bun Bang Fai unfolds, the blend of culture and caution aims to deliver a festival that respects ancient customs while adhering to modern safety standards. Compliance with these measures should ensure the only fireworks involved are those intended to light up the joyous occasion without threatening Thai or international airspace. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-08
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