webfact Posted August 23, 2021 Author Share Posted August 23, 2021 PM Prayut tells officials to prevent violations of emergency decree By Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK (NNT) - According to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), there have been complaints about activities in violation of the emergency decree, 127 of which are related to gambling and eight are about violating disease-control measures. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228437-pm-prayut-tells-officials-to-prevent-violations-of-emergency-decree/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension FAQs Bangkok, 19 August, 2021 – The “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension” programme enables fully vaccinated international travellers to reduce the mandatory stay in Phuket from 14 to 7 days, after which another 7 nights can be spent in any of the extension areas in Krabi (Ko Phi Phi, Ko Ngai, or Railay), Phang-Nga (Khao Lak or Ko Yao), or Surat Thani (Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, or Ko Tao). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228456-phuket-sandbox-77-extension-faqs/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 23, 2021 Bangkok and Phuket among Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best 2021 destinations Bangkok, 23 August, 2021 – Bangkok and Phuket have been named among the world’s most popular destinations in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best 2021 awards. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228457-bangkok-and-phuket-among-tripadvisor’s-best-of-the-best-2021-destinations/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 B5bn ‘Phuket recovery fund’ sought, as 80% of island businesses fight to survive Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow received the request to set up the fund directly during a video conference on Saturday (Aug 21). Photo: PR Phuket PHUKET: Phuket Tourism Council President Thanet Tantipiriyakit has appealed for the government to set up a B5 billion ‘recovery fund’ for Phuket businesses without cash flow and mired in debt so they can start operating again in order to help support the Phuket Sandbox scheme. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228459-b5bn-‘phuket-recovery-fund’-sought-as-80-of-island-businesses-fight-to-survive/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thailand's July exports beat forecast, but virus looms FILE PHOTO: Shipping containers stand at a port in Bangkok March 30, 2015. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's exports rose more than expected in July but the Southeast Asian country's biggest COVID-19 outbreak to date and movement restrictions are likely to impact shipments in August and September, the commerce minister said on Monday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228460-thailands-july-exports-beat-forecast-but-virus-looms/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 COVID relief bags, funded by donated ministers’ salaries, being distributed to 6,800 people COVID-19 relief bags, funded by the donated salaries of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, other cabinet ministers and the Government Spokesperson’s team, plus additional donations from the private and public sectors, are being distributed to 6,800 affected people in vulnerable groups, said Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri today (Monday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228462-covid-relief-bags-funded-by-donated-ministers’-salaries-being-distributed-to-6800-people/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 35 protesters detained, weapons seized during Sunday’s protests in Bangkok Police try to clean the eyes of a detained demonstrator during a protest calling for the resignation of prime minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha over the Thai governments handling of the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis, in Bangkok on August 22, 2021. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) / The erroneous mention[s] appearing in the metadata of this photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA has been modified in AFP systems in the following manner: [August 22, 2021] instead of [August 21, 2021]. Please immediately remove the erroneous mention[s] from all your online services and delete it (them) from your servers. If you have been authorized by AFP to distribute it (them) to third parties, please ensure that the same actions are carried out by them. Failure to promptly comply with these instructions will entail liability on your part for any continued or post notification usage. Therefore we thank you very much for all your attention and prompt action. We are sorry for the inconvenience this notification may cause and remain at your disposal for any further information you may require. Police detained 35 protesters and seized 20 motorcycles and some weapons, including a gun and explosives, during violent protests in the Din Daeng area of Bangkok on Sunday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228463-35-protesters-detained-weapons-seized-during-sunday’s-protests-in-bangkok/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thai Health Ministry Proposes COVID-19 Testing at Fresh Markets in “Dark Red” Zones BANGKOK(NNT) - Thailand’s Public Health Ministry is proposing mass COVID-19 testing of over 200,000 people at all fresh markets in the 29 “dark red” provinces. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228464-thai-health-ministry-proposes-covid-19-testing-at-fresh-markets-in-“dark-red”-zones/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thailand’s Pharmacies Will Distribute Free COVID-19 Antigen Test Kits to People At-risk The Pharmacy Council of Thailand has authorized some local pharmacies to distribute COVID-19 antigen test kits (ATK) free of charge to individuals at-risk. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228465-thailand’s-pharmacies-will-distribute-free-covid-19-antigen-test-kits-to-people-at-risk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thai Financial Authorities Implement Measures to Help COVID affected Businesses BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bank of Thailand (BoT) and the Ministry of Finance have jointly implemented two key measures to help businesses cope with the economic fallout of the COVID-19 crisis. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228466-thai-financial-authorities-implement-measures-to-help-covid-affected-businesses/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Survey Shows Thai People Using Savings during COVID-19 Pandemic BANGKOK (NNT) - A Suan Dusit University opinion poll has found that Thai people are dipping into their savings, while their expenses have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228467-survey-shows-thai-people-using-savings-during-covid-19-pandemic/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 World’s Largest Floating Solar Hybrid Power Plant Will Begin Operating in Thailand in October BANGKOK (NNT) - The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) reports that the largest floating hybrid solar power plant in the world, on Sirindhorn Reservoir in Ubon Ratchathani province, with a capacity of 45 megawatts, will start operating from October this year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228468-world’s-largest-floating-solar-hybrid-power-plant-will-begin-operating-in-thailand-in-october/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thailand’s National Parks Take Proactive Approach to Dealing with Lumpy Skin Disease BANGKOK (NNT) Thailand’s Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) is taking a proactive approach in the fight against Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in wild animal populations in Kui Buri and Kaeng Krachan national parks. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228469-thailand’s-national-parks-take-proactive-approach-to-dealing-with-lumpy-skin-disease/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Reservoir Construction Project around a Thai Forest Complex Is Still in Study Phase BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Royal Irrigation Department (RID) has explained that a plan to construct a cluster of seven reservoirs around the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex is still in its study phase, in response to local environment groups which oppose the project. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228470-reservoir-construction-project-around-a-thai-forest-complex-is-still-in-study-phase/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 BMA administering COVID-19 vaccine to pregnant women BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is working to provide doses of COVID-19 vaccine to all women who are more than 12 weeks pregnant, as their fatality rate is 2.5 times higher than normal cases. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228471-bma-administering-covid-19-vaccine-to-pregnant-women/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Financial Aid Offered to Freelancers BANGKOK, Aug 23 (TNA) – Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin advised freelancers and self-employed people to quickly subscribe to the Social Security Fund within Aug 24 to receive 5,000-baht assistance in return. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228472-financial-aid-offered-to-freelancers/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Intensity of COVID-19 pandemic in Bangkok and peripherals expected to ease The rate of new COVID-19 infections in Bangkok and its five neighbouring provinces has a tendency to slow down, thanks to the partial lockdown, increased vaccinations of the elderly, pregnant women and those afflicted with underlying diseases and good cooperation from the public, said CCSA Spokesman Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin today (Monday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228473-intensity-of-covid-19-pandemic-in-bangkok-and-peripherals-expected-to-ease/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Lockdown set to be relaxed next week: DDC The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has said that lockdown measures could be relaxed as early as next week. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228477-lockdown-set-to-be-relaxed-next-week-ddc/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Chonburi governor orders the temporary closure of a worker camp and company in Si Racha and Ban Bueng due to Covid-19 concerns The Chonburi Governor, Phakkhrathon Thianchai, ordered the temporary closure of a company in Si Racha and Ban Bueng to control the spread of Covid-19. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228478-chonburi-governor-orders-the-temporary-closure-of-a-worker-camp-and-company-in-si-racha-and-ban-bueng-due-to-covid-19-concerns/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Koh Larn to remain closed to non-residents until at least the end of this month The Koh Larn Local Committee announced last night (August 23rd) that they have decided to close the entire island for tourism until at least August 31st. It was originally set to end tomorrow, (August 24th). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228480-koh-larn-to-remain-closed-to-non-residents-until-at-least-the-end-of-this-month/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 People warned not to spray ethyl alcohol on food in attempt to kill COVID-19 The Thai Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) is warning people not to spray ethyl alcohol directly onto their food, in the misbelief that the substance can kill the COVID-19 virus. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228481-people-warned-not-to-spray-ethyl-alcohol-on-food-in-attempt-to-kill-covid-19/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Rollout of Pfizer vaccines to expats in Hua Hin set to begin REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration Finally some good news regarding vaccinations for expats in Hua Hin. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228486-rollout-of-pfizer-vaccines-to-expats-in-hua-hin-set-to-begin/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Bitcoin price rises past $50,000 as rebound continues FILE PHOTO: A representation of virtual currency bitcoin is seen in front of a stock graph in this illustration taken November 19, 2020. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration LONDON (Reuters) - Bitcoin's price surged past $50,000 on Monday for the first time since May, continuing its rebound from a months-long slump. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228487-bitcoin-price-rises-past-50000-as-rebound-continues/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 Thailand to receive 61 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine this year FILE PHOTO: A health worker prepares a dose of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at the Central Vaccination Center, inside the Bang Sue Grand Station, Thailand, June 21, 2021. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand will receive 61 million doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine this year, a government spokesperson said on Monday, as the Southeast Asian country rushes to vaccinate its population amid a surge in coronavirus infections. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228488-thailand-to-receive-61-million-doses-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-this-year/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 23, 2021 Author Share Posted August 23, 2021 to continue: Thailand Live Tuesday 24 August 2021https://aseannow.com/topic/1228496-thailand-live-tuesday-24-august-2021/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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