Big Decision: Which Asian country is ideal for foreign retirees?

 

 

After making the decision to retire overseas, the next big decision is where to settle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250184-big-decision-which-asian-country-is-ideal-for-foreign-retirees/

Removal of COVID-19 from Thailand’s universal health coverage list may be postponed

 

 

Thailand’s Deputy Public Health Minister Sathit Pitutecha said today (Sunday) that he will discuss with Anutin Charnvirakul, the Minister of Public Health, the possibility of postponing, from March 1st to April 1st, the removal of COVID-19 from Universal Coverage for Emergency Patients (UCEP) list.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250186-removal-of-covid-19-from-thailand’s-universal-health-coverage-list-may-be-postponed/

 

Motorists covered by Southeast Insurance assured they will not be rejected by garages for accident repairs

 

 

Motorists who have their cars insured by Thailand’s Southeast Insurance will have their cars repaired and the garages will be compensated by the company, according to the Insurance Commission’s Secretary-general Suttipol Taweechaikarn.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250187-motorists-covered-by-southeast-insurance-assured-they-will-not-be-rejected-by-garages-for-accident-repairs/

 

Flower power takes a knock ahead Valentine’s Day

 

 

The Covid-19 pandemic and a slow economic recovery is set to make the Day of Love more expensive this year, posing a challenge for florists and gift shops in the city. The same constraints are also affecting lovebirds’ celebration plans.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250188-flower-power-takes-a-knock-ahead-valentine’s-day/

 

Why Gen Prayut may have to switch parties to remain in power

 

 

Three years after accepting Palang Pracharath’s invitation to stand as its candidate for prime minister, Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha faces a stark choice: Remain with the ruling party and risk political oblivion, or switch to a new party in hope of winning another term.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250189-why-gen-prayut-may-have-to-switch-parties-to-remain-in-power/

 

French national, 59, arrested for alleged fraud stemming from seven arrest warrants issued in Pattaya

By Nop Meechukhun

 

 

Chonburi – A French national, 59, originally from Compiegne, was caught in Prachuap Khiri Khan and taken for legal proceedings at Pattaya City Police Station yesterday, February 12th, after being allegedly wanted for seven arrest warrants issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250191-french-national-59-arrested-for-alleged-fraud-stemming-from-seven-arrest-warrants-issued-in-pattaya/

 

Two former Canadian servicemen wanted by Thai police for a murder on Phuket Island

 

 

Phuket provincial court has issued warrants for the arrest of two Canadian nationals for alleged involvement in the murder of Indian underworld character, Jimi “Slice” Sandhu, at a beachfront villa on Rawai Beach on Phuket Island on February 4th, according to Pol Maj-Gen Sermphan Sirikhong, commander of Phuket provincial police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250192-two-former-canadian-servicemen-wanted-by-thai-police-for-a-murder-on-phuket-island/

 

Thai business delegation to visit Saudi Arabia on Feb 26th to explore trade expansion

 

 

A high-level Thai business delegation will visit Saudi Arabia on February 26th, the first in many years, to promote trade and business between the two countries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250193-thai-business-delegation-to-visit-saudi-arabia-on-feb-26th-to-explore-trade-expansion/

 

Oil found on Mae Ram Phueng beach and at sea as containment of the spill continues

 

 

Patches of a thin film of oil were found Saturday on Mae Ram Phueng beach and oil slicks have been detected floating in the sea near the beach.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250194-oil-found-on-mae-ram-phueng-beach-and-at-sea-as-containment-of-the-spill-continues/

 

Makha Bucha day is this upcoming Wednesday, alcohol sales ban incoming

By Adam Judd

 

 

Thailand-Makha Bucha day, one of the holiest Buddhist holidays, falls on this upcoming Wednesday, February 16th, in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250195-makha-bucha-day-is-this-upcoming-wednesday-alcohol-sales-ban-incoming/

 

Pattaya police start renewed crack down on illegal motorbike racing

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Pattaya – More than 100 motorbike racers from the Central and Northeast parts of Thailand reportedly gathered in the Pattaya area this past week, leading to Pattaya Police seizing 20 illegal motorbikes and initiating a crackdown.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250196-pattaya-police-start-renewed-crack-down-on-illegal-motorbike-racing/

 

Pattaya tourism and business associations host large meeting, pushing again for full legal opening of all business sectors, including nightlife and entertainment, in Pattaya

By Nop Meechukhun

 

 

Pattaya – The ‘One Voice Pattaya’ group hosted a meeting with numerous public and private business and tourism associations yesterday, February 12th, to discuss the launch of the ‘Pattaya SHA Plus City’ as well as organizing events and parades in April for a planned “reopening” of the city, including a full opening of the nightlife and entertainment sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250198-pattaya-tourism-and-business-associations-host-large-meeting-pushing-again-for-full-legal-opening-of-all-business-sectors-including-nightlife-and-entertainment-in-pattaya/

 

Commerce Ministry Working to Prevent Mass Price Hikes

By Natthaphon  Sangpolsit

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - Various transportation services are now reportedly looking to raise their fares by about 20%. Relevant state agencies have been tasked with calculating the appropriate change in product prices that may follow the transport fare hike.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250199-commerce-ministry-working-to-prevent-mass-price-hikes/

 

Finance Ministry Says Insurance Industry Remains Robust

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Finance has affirmed that insurance companies in Thailand are still capable of handling the current crisis, following the recent revocation of licenses for some firms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250200-finance-ministry-says-insurance-industry-remains-robust/

 

WHO Recognizes Thai Doctors for Medical Contributions

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has announced that two Thai doctors will be acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO) for their contributions to the medical sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250201-who-recognizes-thai-doctors-for-medical-contributions/

 

CCSA Says No Changes to COVID Restrictions

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has resolved to keep existing disease control measures unchanged for the time being. The prime minister is meanwhile urging people to maintain precautions against COVID-19 despite the lower number of critical patients and deaths.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250202-ccsa-says-no-changes-to-covid-restrictions/

 

Government Emphasizes Safety for Valentine’s Day

By Natthaphon  Sangpolsit

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - Authorities are urging couples to make adjustments to their Valentine’s Day plans in order to adapt to the ’New Normal’ brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250204-government-emphasizes-safety-for-valentine’s-day/

 

Health Ministry to Add Sinovac-Pfizer Cross-Vaccine Option for Children Aged 12-17

By Natthaphon  Sangpolsit

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - A cross-vaccination approach using the Sinovac and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines is now being developed as an option for recipients aged 12-17. The move comes in response to findings that this approach heightens immunity as effectively as two doses of only the Pfizer vaccine.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250205-health-ministry-to-add-sinovac-pfizer-cross-vaccine-option-for-children-aged-12-17/

Coalition Parties Show Unity Ahead of Censure Debate

By Natthaphon  Sangpolsit

 

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - A discussion was recently held between the government and coalition leaders to gauge the unity of coalition parties ahead of the upcoming censure debate. During the meeting, the prime minister asked legislators not to create confusion and to remain united.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250206-coalition-parties-show-unity-ahead-of-censure-debate/

 

Prachuap police to launch Valentine’s Day crime blitz

By Online Reporter

 

 

Prachuap governor Dr. Sathien Charoenruen has revealed plans to keep crime to a minimum this coming Valentine’s Day.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250208-prachuap-police-to-launch-valentine’s-day-crime-blitz/

 

Thailand reports 14,900 new COVID-19 cases, 26 deaths, 9,810 recoveries

 

File photo

 

Thailand on Monday (February 14) reported 14,900 new COVID-19 cases, 9,810 recoveries and 26 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250218-thailand-reports-14900 new-covid-19-cases-26-deaths-9810-recoveries/

 

Tourist faces jail after sitting on coral - says he thought it was just rocks

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Environmental authorities filed a complaint with Sattahip police after a Thai tourist posted pictures of himself sitting on coral.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250223-tourist-faces-jail-after-sitting-on-coral-says-he-thought-it-was-just-rocks/

 

Fish restaurant owner killed after her car overturns on elevated bridge in Pathum Thani

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Muang Pathum Thani police and rescue services were called to the scene of a one vehicle accident on an elevated bridge in Ban Chang sub-district of Pathum Thani heading towards Lam Lukka. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250224-fish-restaurant-owner-killed-after-her-car-overturns-on-elevated-bridge-in-pathum-thani/

 

US DEA agents and Thai police commandos mount raids across Thailand: "Jay Chiang Rai" in custody

 

 

Thai Rath reported on joint raids by Thai drug authorities, police commandos and American DEA agents in the war on drugs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250225-us-dea-agents-and-thai-police-commandos-mount-raids-across-thailand-jay-chiang-rai-in-custody/

 

Will new bill finally pop the cap on Thailand’s booze oligopoly?

 

 

Critics have complained for years that the Thai liquor market is monopolized by a handful of giant producers because Thai laws favor big investors. (Photo by YesMore Content on Unsplash)

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250226-will-new-bill-finally-pop-the-cap-on-thailand’s-booze-oligopoly/

 

Temple seriously damaged in Khon Kaen after hailstorm - governor mobilizes action

 

 

Thai Rath reported widespread damage in Khon Kaen  in the North East of Thailand yesterday evening as a 30 minute storm wreaked havoc.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250227-temple-seriously-damaged-in-khon-kaen-after-hailstorm-governor-mobilizes-action/

 

Valentine's Eve murder: Thai woman stabs her boyfriend to death after argument

 

Daily News Thai Caption: (Woman) stabs her boyfriend to death

 

On the eve of Valentine's Day comes news of a horrific murder by a 25 year old woman after she argued with her boyfriend.

 

Full story: Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250231-valentines-eve-murder-thai-woman-stabs-her-boyfriend-to-death-after-argument/

 

No change at zebras after the fuss: Motorcyclists routinely ignoring crossing as pedestrians run for their lives

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The national soul searching and reaction to the death of a doctor in Bangkok at a zebra crossing means nothing if a report by Siam Rath is anything to go by.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250238-no-change-at-zebras-after-the-fuss-motorcyclists-routinely-ignoring-crossing-as-pedestrians-run-for-their-lives/ 

 

Three men of interest after new CCTV spot examined in case of robbery of footballer's wife

 

 

Naew Na reported the latest developments into the robbery of an iPhone and attack on Cathy Hummels, wife of German footballer Mats Hummels.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250239-three-men-of-interest-after-new-cctv-spot-examined-in-case-of-robbery-of-footballers-wife/

 

As delays hit China-Thailand high speed railway, Bangkok counts the cost of paying its own way

-- Thailand chose to forgo Chinese funding for a planned US$5.4 billion rail link, but money’s been tight since the pandemic hit its tourism-reliant economy

-- Its holding up belt and road plans for a pan-Southeast Asia railway, but analysts say Bangkok’s still in Beijing’s good books – as a recent submarine deal shows

Jitsiree Thongnoi in Bangkok

 

Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha (R) meets with visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Bangkok, Thailand, Oct. 15, 2020. Photo: Xinhua/Zhang Keren

 

Every day, Laos’ first high speed train linking its capital Vientiane to Boten, a city on the Chinese border, leaves the station and brings goods and people up and down along its 414km route.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1250242-as-delays-hit-china-thailand-high-speed-railway-bangkok-counts-the-cost-of-paying-its-own-way/