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Lockdown set to be relaxed next week: DDC

 

File photo: Reuters

 

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/

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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/

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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/

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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/

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NACC needs 16 months to probe handling of case against Red Bull heir

 

 

Thailand’s National  Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is expected to take 16 months to complete its investigation into alleged mishandling, by 15 officials, of the controversial hit-and-run case against Red Bull heir, Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya, including both retired and active high-ranking police officers and senior prosecutors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228497-nacc-needs-16-months-to-probe-handling-of-case-against-red-bull-heir/

 

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Measures adopted to prepare Thailand for safe reopening to foreign arrivals

 

 

Thailand’s National Communicable Disease Committee (NCDC) has approved a set of measures to control the spread of COVID-19 in preparation for the safe reopening of Thailand to foreign arrivals, said Disease Control Department Director-General Dr. Opart Karnkawinpong said Monday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228498-measures-adopted-to-prepare-thailand-for-safe-reopening-to-foreign-arrivals/

 

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Gen Prawit stresses forest fire mitigation is on the “national agenda”

By Tanakorn Sangiam

 

   

BANGKOK (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan has held a meeting with provincial governors from across the country on prevention and mitigation plans for haze and forest fires, stressing that the prevention of these disasters would mean the general public doesn’t have to contend with more health hazards in addition to COVID-19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228499-gen-prawit-stresses-forest-fire-mitigation-is-on-the-“national-agenda”/

 

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COVID-19: Thailand reports 20,059 recoveries and 17,165 coronavirus cases

 

FILE PHOTO: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) patients are seen at a field hospital in Bangkok, Thailand August 5, 2021. Picture taken August 5, 2021. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun

 

Thailand on Tuesday (August 24) reported 17,165 new COVID-19 cases, 20,059 recoveries and 226 additional deaths over the past 24 hours.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228516-covid-19-thailand-reports-20059-recoveries and-17165-coronavirus-cases/

 

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Video: Australian pensioner kicked over after he hit Thai man's car that failed to stop at zebra crossing

 

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Dash cam footage from Muang district of Chiang Mai showed the moment an 80 year old Australian man was attacked by an angry Thai motorist.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228520-video-australian-pensioner-kicked-over-after-he-hit-thai-mans-car-that-failed-to-stop-at-zebra-crossing/

 

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Dr Opas: Some areas of the country could reopen soon - August 31st decision expected

 

Picture: Channel 7

 

Thailand's Covid-19 authorities are expected to decide as early as next week whether to ease lockdown measures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228477-lockdown-set-to-be-relaxed-next-week-ddc/?do=findComment&comment=16765865

 

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Phuket marks 73 new COVID cases

By The Phuket News

 

Image: PPHO

 

PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 73 new local infections on the island yesterday (Aug 23), bringing the total number of people recognised as infected with COVID-19 in Phuket since Apr 3 to 2,725.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228522-phuket-marks-73-new-covid-cases/

 

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Pattaya: Hundreds of 60+ expats get vaccinated at Central with Pfizer jabs

 

File photo: Reuters

 

Thai media reported that vaccinations using the Pfizer jabs were underway yesterday on the 6th floor of Central Festival Beach shopping center in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228530-pattaya-hundreds-of-60-expats-get-vaccinated-at-central-with-pfizer-jabs/

 

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Hua Hin: Locals get money to offset Covid-19 woes by collecting mussels and oysters from beach rocks

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Siam Rath went to the area by the Central Grand Hotel on Hua Hin beach and found many people collecting oysters and mussels from the rocks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228531-hua-hin-locals-get-money-to-offset-covid-19-woes-by-collecting-mussels-and-oysters-from-beach-rocks/

 

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Koh Phangan: Foreigners continually breaking the Covid-19 rules test the patience of district chief

 

Picture: Manager

 

Manager reported that the district chief of Koh Phangan in the south of Thailand was using a "big stick" to deal with groups of foreigners on his island who refuse to follow the Covid-19 rules.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228532-koh-phangan-foreigners-continually-breaking-the-covid-19-rules-test-the-patience-of-district-chiefv/

 

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Fire rages on top floor of building under construction in Chatuchak - firemen improvise in 2 hour battle

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Daily News reported that fire broke out on the top floor of the 33 story S-Oasis office building in Viphavadee Soi 9 in Chatuchak district of Bangkok just after 11 pm last night.

 

Full stop: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228536-fire-rages-on-top-floor-of-building-under-construction-in-chatuchak-firemen-improvise-in-2-hour-battle/

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Bangkok unrest: Three men allegedly with explosives, shotgun ammo appear in court after Din Daeng motorcycle incident

 

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Daily News reported that three young men involved in trouble in  the Din Daeng area on Saturday appeared in court after they were allegedly found in possession of explosive devices and shotgun bullets.

 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1228539-bangkok-unrest-three-men-allegedly-with-explosives-shotgun-ammo-appear-in-court-after-din-daeng-motorcycle-incident/

 

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Thailand appoints first woman in charge of national men's football team - vows to restore pride

 

Picture: Sanook

 

Thailand has broken new ground in appointing a woman to be the coach of their national men's football team and under 23 team.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228541-thailand-appoints-first-woman-in-charge-of-national-mens-football-team-vows-to-restore-pride/

 

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Video: Accord hits broken down City on expressway - driver plunges to death with 20,000 Ya Ba found on body

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Dash cam footage from a Honda Accord showed the moment (at 1.30 of the three minute video) when it collided with the back of a Honda City that was parked with its hood up on the hard shoulder of the expressway in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228544-video-accord-hits-broken-down-city-on-expressway-driver-plunges-to-death-with-20000-ya-ba-found-on-body/

 

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Kratom officially removed from narcotics list today - house secretary cites economic benefit for people

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Daily News reported yesterday on the announcement from House of Representatives secretary Somboon Uthaiwiankul regarding Kratom.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228548-kratom-officially-removed-from-narcotics-list-today-house-secretary-cites-economic-benefit-for-people/

 

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Thailand’s Phang Nga Hopes to Welcome 30,000 Travelers under “7+7” Extension Scheme

By Subhabhong Rarueysong

 

   

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Phang Nga province is set to welcome 30,000 travelers under the “7+7” extension scheme, generating 2.5 billion baht throughout the fourth quarter.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228553-thailand’s-phang-nga-hopes-to-welcome-30000-travelers-under-“77”-extension-scheme/

 

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Rural Doctor Society insists ATKs being bought by NHSO must meet WHO standards

 

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The chairman of Thailand’s Rural Doctor Society (RDS), Dr. Supat Hasuwankit yesterday (Monday) wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, reminding him of the recent cabinet decision that the 8.5 million rapid antigen test kits (ATK), to be procured by the National Health Security Office (NHSO) through the Government Pharmaceutical Organization, must meet the standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228555-rural-doctor-society-insists-atks-being-bought-by-nhso-must-meet-who-standards/

 

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Phuket’s B50mn disaster relief fund spent on fighting COVID

By The Phuket News

 

Phuket Vice Governor Vikrom Jakthee revealed the news at Provincial Hall yesterday (Aug 23). Photo: PR Phuket

 

PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Government has spent all B50 million of the provincial disaster emergency fund on projects to counter the spread of COVID-19 across the island, and already spent nearly another B15mn from another B50mn allocated to Phuket to fight the spread of the virus.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228557-phuket’s-b50mn-disaster-relief-fund-spent-on-fighting-covid/

 

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Thailand could see 500,000 more infections if the country rushes reopening

By Panithan Onthaworn

 

 

Thailand could see an additional 500,000 Covid-19 cases and 7,500 fatalities by the end of the year if the prime minister’s reopening plan in October remains on track, a medical professor said on Tuesday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228559-thailand-could-see-500000-more-infections-if-the-country-rushes-reopening/

 

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COVID patients with high blood pressure make up majority of deaths

 

 

People suffering from high blood pressure account for most of the fatalities from coronavirus infections, compared to those with other underlying health conditions according to the Disease Control Department.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228582-covid-patients-with-high-blood-pressure-make-up-majority-of-deaths/

 

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Thailand to keep VAT unchanged at 7% for another two years

 

FILE PHOTO: Sales staff accept payment by credit card at a department store in Bangkok, Thailand, July 19, 2016. Picture taken July 19, 2016. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday agreed to keep the value-added-tax rate unchanged at 7 percent for another two years, a government official said, to support economic activity as the Southeast Asian nation deals with its biggest COVID-19 outbreak to date.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228583-thailand-to-keep-vat-unchanged-at-7-for-another-two-years/

 

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A look at Thailand’s prized coffee bean and the unique ecosystem it is creating

 

 

Bangkok, 24 August, 2021 – Coffee, which is known by the universal word, or กาแฟ (“Cafe”) in the Thai language, is more popular than ever in the Kingdom. Over the past few years, the emergence of a coffee culture fuelled by creativity in marketing and design online has hyped interest in the product exponentially.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228585-a-look-at-thailand’s-prized-coffee-bean-and-the-unique-ecosystem-it-is-creating/

 

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Young man breaks both his legs after falling off the 5th floor of a gold shop in Chonburi

 

PHOTO: Pu Chamnan

 

A young man has broken both legs after he fell from the roof of the 5th floor at a gold shop in the Phan Thong District.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228608-young-man-breaks-both-his-legs-after-falling-off-the-5th-floor-of-a-gold-shop-in-chonburi/

 

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Electrician dies from electrocution while installing wires in Panat Nikhom

 

PHOTO: Sawang Het Rescue Team

 

An electrician has died from electrocution while he was installing wires into a customer’s house in the Panat Nikhom district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228609-electrician-dies-from-electrocution-while-installing-wires-in-panat-nikhom/

 

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Full Approval Likely for Pfizer Vaccine

 

 

BANGKOK, Aug 24 (TNA) – The Food and Drug Administration in Thailand seeks more information about the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer after its American counterpart approved the full-scale administration of the vaccine for people aged 16 years and over.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228610-full-approval-likely-for-pfizer-vaccine/

 

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Four Delta sub-variants found in Thailand no immediate cause for alarm

 

 

Four sub-variants of the fast-spreading Delta strain of coronavirus have been found in samples sent to the Centre of Medical Genomics at Mahidol University for examination, said Professor Emeritus Dr. Wasun Chantratita, chief of the centre, today (Tuesday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1228611-four-delta-sub-variants-found-in-thailand-no-immediate-cause-for-alarm/