webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 Ex-PPRP execs launch new party, vow not to nominate Prayut for another premier term Former leading members of the ruling Palang Pracharat Party have formed a new political party, Sarng Anakot Thai party, vowing not to nominate Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as the party’s prime ministerial candidate so that he can return for another term as the prime minister. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247314-ex-pprp-execs-launch-new-party-vow-not-to-nominate-prayut-for-another-premier-term/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Academic says Tonga eruption does not affect Thailand BANGKOK (NNT) - The volcano eruption in Tonga sent shockwaves and a tsunami into many countries, especially Pacific nations, prompting evacuation orders and tsunami advisories to be issued in some coastal areas. Although the Tonga tsunami has ceased, many in Thailand are concerned about potential impacts from future earthquakes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247318-academic-says-tonga-eruption-does-not-affect-thailand/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Thailand’s Meteorological Department warns of variable weather in upper Thailand from Thursday PHOTO: Post Today The Thai Meteorological Department today, January 19th, issued a weather warning of the variable weather in upper Thailand from January 20th to the 22nd. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247321-thailand’s-meteorological-department-warns-of-variable-weather-in-upper-thailand-from-thursday/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 19, 2022 Ruling Palang Pracharat party sacks Thammanat Prompao, 21 other dissident MPs The ruling Palang Pracharat Party (PPRP) sacked its controversial secretary-general, Thammanat Prompao, and 21 other MPs loyal to him on Wednesday, further threatening the stability of the party formed just a year before the 2019 general elections and the formation of the subsequent government coalition. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247369-ruling-palang-pracharat-party-sacks-thammanat-prompao-21-other-dissident-mps/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 mRNA booster shot provides some level of protection against Omicron, research shows A shot of an mRNA vaccine as a booster affords some level of protection against Omicron infection in the short term. The duration of this protection and its effectiveness against severe disease are, however, uncertain, according to medical research conducted in Ontario, Canada recently and published on MedRxiv Preprint server. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247370-mrna-booster-shot-provides-some-level-of-protection-against-omicron-research-shows/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Pattaya pushing forward with several major Old Town Naklua projects to boost domestic tourism By Goong Nang(GN) PHOTO: Sophon Cable TV (STV) Pattaya – Pattaya City leaders continue to work on several major Old Town Naklua projects in order to develop local and domestic tourism, seafood markets, and cultural learning centers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247371-pattaya-pushing-forward-with-several-major-old-town-naklua-projects-to-boost-domestic-tourism/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 19, 2022 ATK test kits out of stock, groups call for an end to student testing By Natcha Patanasophon Antigen Test Kits (ATKs) are running out of stock, the Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) said on Wednesday, leading to concerns over the high price of second hand markets and hoarding issues. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247372-atk-test-kits-out-of-stock-groups-call-for-an-end-to-student-testing/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Over 66 million people currently living in Thailand as of 2022, the Royal Gazette reports By Nop Meechukhun PHOTO: PPTV HD National – The Royal Gazette, January 19th, reported the total Thai population at a total of 66,171,439 with the highest population in Bangkok with about 5.5 million people. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247373-over-66-million-people-currently-living-in-thailand-as-of-2022-the-royal-gazette-reports/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 19, 2022 Thai traders anxious over ‘influx’ of Chinese produce as progress to extend belt and road railway slows ● With the Laos part of the Kunming to Singapore rail project up and running, Thai traders struggle to compete as Chinese imports arrive faster and fresher than ever ● Thailand’s section of the railway remains mired in delays, raising concerns that the country could lose its hub status to its neighbour Jitsiree Thongnoi A Lao trainee learns signals from her Chinese mentor ahead of the opening of the Boten-Vientiane high-speed rail. Photo: Xinhau A month after the opening of the Boten-Vientiane high-speed railway in Laos, businesses in Thailand are growing anxious over an influx of Chinese goods and agricultural produce. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247374-thai-traders-anxious-over-‘influx’-of-chinese-produce-as-progress-to-extend-belt-and-road-railway-slows/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Filipino car thieves hiding out in Thailand as teachers are arrested in Bangkok Picture: Daily News Thai immigration announced the arrest of a Filipino couple wanted in their home country for car theft. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247376-filipino-car-thieves-hiding-out-in-thailand-as-teachers-are-arrested-in-bangkok/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Another arrest in fraud case involving gang who tricked Songkhla monk out of 140,000 baht Picture: Daily News Thailand's cyber police announced the arrest of a Thai woman named as Phisamai, 45, from Roi-Et, mixed up in a call center gang's fraud of a monk in Songkhla in southern Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247378-another-arrest-in-fraud-case-involving-gang-who-tricked-songkhla-monk-out-of-140000-baht/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Joe Ferrari: Admits using plastic bag on drug suspect but "didn't tighten it" - claims video was cut Picture: Sanook The man known as Ferrari Joe at the center of an already infamous case in Nakhon Sawan when a drug suspect died in custody after having his head wrapped in plastic has said he didn't intend to kill anyone. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247379-joe-ferrari-admits-using-plastic-bag-on-drug-suspect-but-didnt-tighten-it-claims-video-was-cut/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Are you experiencing “Pandemic Fatigue” here in Thailand? File photo for reference only Countries around the world, have been reporting an increase in “pandemic fatigue” – people are feeling demotivated about following recommended behaviours to protect themselves and others from the Omicron virus. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247380-are-you-experiencing-“pandemic-fatigue”-here-in-thailand/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Thailand Road Carnage: Myanmar woman crushed to death as cement carrying pick-up overturns on bridge Picture: Naew Na Naew Na reported on the latest tragic accident on the Thai roads, generally accepted as being some of the most dangerous in the world. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247381-thailand-road-carnage-myanmar-woman-crushed-to-death-as-cement-carrying-pick-up-overturns-on-bridge/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Community farmer bemoans footdragging in marijuana legalization - says it's a golden opportunity Picture: Siam Rath The chief of a community farming group said that he is frustrated by continuing delays to sort out wrangles concerning the precise legal status of marijuana and hemp. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247383-community-farmer-bemoans-footdragging-in-marijuana-legalization-says-its-a-golden-opportunity/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 COVID-19: Thailand reports 8,129 new coronavirus cases, 19 deaths, 6,978 recoveries File photo Thailand on Thursday (January 20) reported 8,129 new COVID-19 cases, 6,978 recoveries and 19 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247387-covid-19-thailand-reports-8129-new-coronavirus-cases-19-deaths-6978-recoveries/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Brother murders elder sibling with an axe - younger guy couldn't take his criticism any longer Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath reported on the latest gruesome murder in Thailand, this time in the Lamthap police jurisdiction in Krabi in the south. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247388-brother-murders-elder-sibling-with-an-axe-younger-guy-couldnt-take-his-criticism-any-longer/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2022 Dr Yong praises Thailand's vaccine strategy - Pfizer booster just the ticket Picture: INN Well known Chulalongkorn virologist Dr Yong Poovorawan went on his own Facebook page to praise Thailand's vaccine strategy progress. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247392-dr-yong-praises-thailands-vaccine-strategy-pfizer-booster-just-the-ticket/ 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Molesting children under 15 means up to 20 years in jail, warn RTP Picture: INN The Royal Thai Police spokesman Pol Maj-Gen Yingyot Thepjamnong warned his compatriots of long prison terms and heavy fines for molesting children aged under 15. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247394-molesting-children-under-15-means-up-to-20-years-in-jail-warn-rtp/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Video: Wow that's some piggy bank! Family saves 1.4 million baht in two years Picture: Sanook A TikTok video posted by a family showed them counting money they saved in a piggy bank - in reality a drinking water tank - over the last two years. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247395-video-wow-thats-some-piggy-bank-family-saves-14-million-baht-in-two-years/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2022 Analysis: Thammanat’s withdrawal leaves Prayut between a rock and a hard place By Arun Saronchai Prayut Chan-ocha’s position as prime minister seems more precarious and difficult as ever after news emerged late Wednesday that controversial and influential ex-minister Thammanat Prompao would be leaving the ruling party. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247397-analysis-thammanat’s-withdrawal-leaves-prayut-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Terrible school lunch drama: Director blames staff not getting along - in reality kids are well fed Picture: Sanook A school in Phetchaburi responded after damning pictures of their lunch appeared on the "Maa Fao Baan" (guard dog) page online. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247403-terrible-school-lunch-drama-director-blames-staff-not-getting-along-in-reality-kids-are-well-fed/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Chinese high speed trains bring destruction for Thai farmers By Erich Parpart The opening of the Kunming-Vientiane high speed rail network could bring opportunity to Thailand’s North East but government negotiators must be wary of pitfalls and problems should they expose the region to China’s Belt and Road Initiative. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247405-chinese-high-speed-trains-bring-destruction-for-thai-farmers/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Expats vaccinated in Thailand can apply for free e-vaccine passport until March 31 By Online Reporter Mor Prom. Hua Hin Today file photo. Expats who have been vaccinated in Thailand can apply for an e-vaccine passport for free until March 31, 2022. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247414-expats-vaccinated-in-thailand-can-apply-for-free-e-vaccine-passport-until-march-31/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2022 First meeting of House of Representatives this year collapses due to lack of quorum The first meeting this year of the House of Representatives suffered a setback yesterday (Wednesday) when it was abruptly adjourned due to the lack of a quorum. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247418-first-meeting-of-house-of-representatives-this-year-collapses-due-to-lack-of-quorum/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Thai Traditional Department to Provide Treatment To Long Covid Patients By Natthaphon Sangpolsit BANGKOK (NNT) - A campaign to provide treatment to people suffering from the post-Covid-19 syndrome, or "Long Covid," has been initiated by the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DoTTAM). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247422-thai-traditional-department-to-provide-treatment-to-long-covid-patients/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Deputy PPRP leader Paiboon Nititawan says ouster of Thammanat, dissident MPs necessary Thailand’s ruling Palang Pracharat Party (PPRP) has decided to expel its controversial secretary-general, Thammanat Prompao, and 20 MPs loyal to him because they made a demand which the party found to be unacceptable and which may damage the party if it acquiesced, PPRP Deputy Leader Paiboon Nititawan told a news conference this morning. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247425-deputy-pprp-leader-paiboon-nititawan-says-ouster-of-thammanat-dissident-mps-necessary/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2022 Thanathorn apologizes after plagiarism accusation over NFT artwork By Panithan Onthaworn Progressive Movement leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit apologized on social media after controversy that he plagiarized artwork that sold for over 3 million baht in a non-fungible token (NFT) auction this week. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247427-thanathorn-apologizes-after-plagiarism-accusation-over-nft-artwork/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 20, 2022 Author Share Posted January 20, 2022 Thailand Covid-19 Center announces major Covid-19 preventive measures changes, including resumption of “Test&Go” scheme By Nop Meechukhun National – The Center for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has announced several major changes in domestic Covid-19 preventive measures, including provincial color rezoning, the extension of the Emergency Decree, and the return of the “Test&Go” scheme, CCSA spokesperson Taweesilp Visanuyothin reported this morning, January 20th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247432-thailand-covid-19-center-announces-major-covid-19-preventive-measures-changes-including-resumption-of-“testgo”-scheme/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted January 20, 2022 Share Posted January 20, 2022 Thailand to resume registration for quarantine-free ‘Test and Go’ program on Feb The Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has agreed to resume registration for the currently suspended quarantine-free entry program, known as “Test and Go”, from February 1st. It will also allow eateries in “sandbox” provinces and COVID-19 “high surveillance” provinces to serve alcohol up to 11pm, instead of 9 pm, from January 24th onwards according to CCSA spokesman Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1247442-thailand-to-resume-registration-for-quarantine-free-‘test-and-go’-program-on-feb-1/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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