THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 24 Dec 2021

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Download the ASEAN NOW 2022 Calendar here. All no alcohol days listed!

 

 

A big thank you to everyone who submitted images to the photography forum over the past year.

 

There were some amazing photos submitted during 2021.

 

The calendar also includes all Thai and other significant holidays, including no alcohol days.

 

You can download the ASEAN NOW 2022 Calendar here: https://aseannow.com/files/file/796-asean-now-calendar-2022/

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2022 Is the Year of Booster Shots: PM

 

 

BANGKOK, Dec 23 (TNA) – Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha called for strict disease controls to contain Omicron outbreaks and wanted next year to be the year of booster shots of COVID-19 vaccine, according to the government spokesman.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244128-2022-is-the-year-of-booster-shots-pm/

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Bangkok city hall cancels its New Year countdown event, prayer ceremonies

 

New Year’s Eve fireworks erupt over the Chao Phraya river during the fireworks show in Bangkok on January 1, 2021. (Photo by Mladen ANTONOV / AFP)

 

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has decided to cancel the official New Year countdown event and prayer ceremony planned to be held at its Lan Khon Meaung town square and at 50 district offices on the night of December 31st and January 1st due to concerns over the Omicron COVID-19 variant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244132-bangkok-city-hall-cancels-its-new-year-countdown-event-prayer-ceremonies/

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Hundreds of public water dispensers in Bangkok to be removed

 

 

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is beginning to dismantling about 400 public water dispensing machines across the city, claiming that most of them are not working due to lack of maintenance, that they are an eyesore, obstructions on footpaths, and may contribute to the spread of COVID-19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244179-hundreds-of-public-water-dispensers-in-bangkok-to-be-removed/ 

 

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AstraZeneca vaccine booster works against Omicron, Oxford lab study finds

 

 

A three-dose course of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine is effective against the rapidly-spreading Omicron coronavirus variant, the pharmaceutical company said on Thursday, citing data from an Oxford University lab study.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244180-astrazeneca-vaccine-booster-works-against-omicron-oxford-lab-study-finds/

 

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Seven vehicles damaged in Chonburi trailer truck accident, driver blames brake failure

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

PHOTO: Wisarn Sangjaroen / Top News

 

Chonburi – Seven vehicles were damaged in a major crash after a trailer truck driver allegedly suffered a brake failure in Mueang Chonburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244181-seven-vehicles-damaged-in-chonburi-trailer-truck-accident-driver-blames-brake-failure/

 

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Thailand named ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ 2nd year running by Travel + Leisure India 

TAT Newsroom

 

 

Bangkok, 23 December, 2021 – Thailand was named ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ for the second year in a row at the 10th Anniversary Edition of the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards 2021.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244182-thailand-named-‘best-honeymoon-destination’-2nd-year-running-by-travel-leisure-india/

 

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COVID-19: Thailand reports 2,671 new coronavirus cases, 27 deaths, 2,766 recoveries

 

File photo: REUTERS

 

Thailand on Friday (December 24) reported 2,671 new COVID-19 cases, 2,766 recoveries and 27 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244192-covid-19-thailand-reports 2671-new-coronavirus-cases-27-deaths-2766 recoveries/

 

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Opinion: The right thing to do

By Cod Satrusayang

 

 

The government’s decision to temporarily scrap test-and-go and cut down on new year celebrations has been met with derision from many sectors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244204-opinion-the-right-thing-to-do/

 

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Natural phenomenon causes steps at Pak Nam Pran beach to turn green

By Paul Andrews

 

 

The steps at Pak Nam Pran beach in Pranburi have turned green after being covered in algae.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244207-natural-phenomenon-causes-steps-at-pak-nam-pran-beach-to-turn-green/

 

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Danish man missing since 2015 found alive and well

by Lasse Sandholdt

 

Carl D. who went missing in December 2015 is now found inform the Nordic Liaison Office in Bangkok.

 

Danish citizen Carl D. who went missing in Phuket in December 2015 is now no longer missing. The joint office of  the Nordic police forces in Bangkok informs ScandAsia that Carl has been located and is alive and well.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244211-danish-man-missing-since-2015-found-alive-and-well/

 

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Toon Bodyslam – from indie rock to rocking the road for charity

 

Image Credit: Bodyslam’s Facebook page

 

Rock star Artiwara Kongmalai, better known as “Toon Bodyslam”, has returned to running for charity. But instead of being hailed again as a hero, this time he’s been slammed – especially by young people who say he should be using his celebrity status to push for political change.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244215-toon-bodyslam-–-from-indie-rock-to-rocking-the-road-for-charity/

 

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Selfridges sold for £4bn to Thai-Austrian alliance

 

IMAGE SOURCE, REUTERS

 

British luxury department store chain Selfridges is being sold to a Thai retailer and an Austrian property firm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244217-selfridges-sold-for-£4bn-to-thai-austrian-alliance/

 

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More Sea Turtles Lay Eggs in Phuket During Tourist Absence

By Sirakij Pornbanggird

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - During the Covid-19 pandemic, tourist visits have been restricted, a delightful time for different species of sea turtles to spawn.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244218-more-sea-turtles-lay-eggs-in-phuket-during-tourist-absence/

 

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African swine fever virus confirmed in imported Thailand sausages

 

Photo courtesy of the Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine

 

Taipei, Dec. 23 (CNA) Sausages contained in an intercepted package from Thailand have been confirmed to have been infected with the African swine fever (ASF) virus, the Central Emergency Operation Center (CEOC) for ASF revealed on Thursday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244219-african-swine-fever-virus-confirmed-in-imported-thailand-sausages/

 

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Gen. Prawit aims at suppressing human trafficking and raising Thailand to Tier 2 in TIP Report

By Namo Vananupong

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - Anti-human trafficking efforts are still being rigorously pursued by the relevant agencies in Thailand. Calls are being made for a focus on quality tourism and severe enforcement of laws against human traffickers, with an aim of enabling Thailand to be upgraded to Tier 2 in the Trafficking in Persons Report.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244220-gen-prawit-aims-at-suppressing-human-trafficking-and-raising-thailand-to-tier-2-in-tip-report/

 

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Statement on the Visit of Thailand Chief of Defense Forces General Chalermpol Srisawasdi to the United States

 

 

The United States welcomed the visit of the Royal Thai Armed Forces Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) General Chalermpol Srisawasdi from December 11-20.  The visit was General Chalermpol’s first overseas trip since assuming the role of Chief of Defense Forces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244223-statement-on-the-visit-of-thailand-chief-of-defense-forces-general-chalermpol-srisawasdi-to-the-united-states/

 

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Honda Civic Hatchback sales discontinued in Thailand

By Matthew H Tong

 

 

It appears that sales of the Honda Civic Hatchback in Thailand have come to an end. The reason for its discontinuation, according to Headlightmag, is the relatively small sales volume when compared to the sedan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244224-honda-civic-hatchback-sales-discontinued-in-thailand/

 

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Thailand Propose Crypto Regulations Amid Countrywide Rise in Trading Activity

By:Tanvir Zafar

 

Thailand’s financial officers plan to create a crypto regulatory framework in order to minimize risks of cryptos to the financial network and investors.

 

 

According to recent reports, Thailand’s Central Bank plans to introduce crypto regulation rules to minimize the risks in their trading. The report also said that the Central Bank intends to enhance investor protection as many people are attracted to these assets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244226-thailand-propose-crypto-regulations-amid-countrywide-rise-in-trading-activity/

 

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THAI unveils marketing plan to spur tourism recovery

By TTG Asia

 

THAI CCO Nond Kalinta speaking during a recent networking conference in Bangkok

 

Thai Airways International expressed readiness to move forward to regain confidence and trust with local and overseas travel agencies and partners, especially those from Europe, which is a key source market for the airline.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244229-thai-unveils-marketing-plan-to-spur-tourism-recovery/

 

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Over 200 Omicron cases confirmed in Thailand, Kalasin -Udon Thani cluster of concern

 

Photo: The US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

 

Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul revealed today (Friday) that 205 Omicron cases have been confirmed in the country to date, with the husband-wife couple in Kalasin province, who recently returned from Belgium, being the origin of the most worrying cluster.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244230-over-200-omicron-cases-confirmed-in-thailand-kalasin-udon-thani-cluster-of-concern/

 

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Very few Thais have emergency funds to handle an unexpected situation: study

 

A large majority of Thai people don’t have enough money to handle an emergency situation for longer than three months, especially during such a crisis as the pandemic.

 

An emergency fund can be a lifeline when we are faced with a worst-case scenario. It can be very helpful for unexpected life events, such as loss of employment or income, illness, and accident. As the pandemic rolls on and is further complicated by the new Omicron variant, it’s more important than ever to have a safety net to deal with the unknown.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244232-very-few-thais-have-emergency-funds-to-handle-an-unexpected-situation-study/

 

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Victims of chemical fire in Samut Prakan call compensation offers derisory

 

 

Racha Thewa Tambon Administrative Organization (TAO), in Bangkok’s neighbouring province of Samut Prakan, is facing widespread criticism over its handling of compensation paid to households around the Ming Dih chemical factory, which caught fire on July 5th this year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1244237-victims-of-chemical-fire-in-samut-prakan-call-compensation-offers-derisory/

 

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Thailand Live Saturday 25 Dec 2021 
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