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Police Offer 3000 Baht Reward to Street Race Informants

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Authorities have announced a 3,000 baht reward per tip-off for information about illegal motorcycle racing on public roads.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254317-police-offer-3000-baht-reward-to-street-race-informants/

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Air Force Identifies Possible Causes for F-16 Crash in Chaiyaphum

 

 

The Royal Thai Air Force has identified three possible causes for the crash of an F-16 fighter jet earlier this month in Chaiyaphum province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254319-air-force-identifies-possible-causes-for-f-16-crash-in-chaiyaphum/

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Cabinet Endorses 8 Billion Baht for Covid-19 Response

 

 

BANGKOK, March 22 (TNA) – The Cabinet approved the central budget of 8.458 billion baht, proposed by the Public Health Ministry for Covid-19 prevention and management, covid-19 risk allowance for health personnel and procurement of Paxlovid pills for Covid-19 treatment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254323-cabinet-endorses-8-billion-baht-for-covid-19-response/

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Has Thailand reached the top of the Covid curve?

by Michael Bridge

 

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According to statistics published by the World Health Origination, Thailand now ranks thirty-four on the World table with 166,520 cases reported up to Monday March 20th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254341-has-thailand-reached-the-top-of-the-covid-curve/

 

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Fleets of EVs Flock to 43rd Motor Show

 

 

NONTHABURI, (TNA) – The 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show is ready to welcome visitors at its venue, the IMPACT exhibition complex in Muang Thong Thani estate, from March 23 to April 3 on the theme of “Keep moving forward together”.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254342-fleets-of-evs-flock-to-43rd-motor-show/

 

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TAT launches new ‘Monopoly: Phuket Edition’ board game

Latest version of globally popular game set to help promote Thai tourism and spur industry recovery, while showcasing renowned resort destination in a fun and entertaining fashion.

TAT Newsroom

 

 

Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is proud to launch an exciting new version of the ever-popular board game Monopoly – ‘Monopoly: Phuket Edition’.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254343-tat-launches-new-‘monopoly-phuket-edition’-board-game/

 

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Pattaya mayor confirms Songkran, including the “big day” on April 19th, will take place-but no water fights, booze, powder, or parties-only religious and traditional activities allowed

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Pattaya-  The Pattaya mayor has allowed this year’s Songkran festival (also known as the water festival and Thai New Year) to go on at Pattaya and Na Kluea, but the focus will be on traditional and religious practices. Water splashing, water fights, alcohol consumption, powder, foam parties, and parties, in general, was still prohibited due to concerns around Covid-19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254344-pattaya-mayor-confirms-songkran-including-the-“big-day”-on-april-19th-will-take-place-but-no-water-fights-booze-powder-or-parties-only-religious-and-traditional-activities-allowed/

 

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Sleepy pickup truck driver seriously injured after crashing into a trailer truck on Sri Racha highway

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Sri Racha – A pickup truck driver who allegedly fell asleep at the wheel was seriously injured after crashing into a trailer truck in Sri Racha yesterday (March 21st).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254345-sleepy-pickup-truck-driver-seriously-injured-after-crashing-into-a-trailer-truck-on-sri-racha-highway/

 

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Thailand launches Flexible Plus Programme offering privileges for foreign investors

by Gregers Møller

 

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently announced that the Thailand Privilege Card has launched the Flexible Plus Programme, which is positioned at affluent foreign investors and aims to help stimulate the recovery of the Thai economy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254346-thailand-launches-flexible-plus-programme-offering-privileges-for-foreign-investors/

 

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Off to Thailand: Bangkok-Phuket is again bustling for Indian airlines

Thailand was once dominated by tourists from China but a ferry disaster in 2018 led to a reduction in those numbers, which were happily filled up by Indians on the back of steal deals and more flying options, until the pandemic struck. 

by AMEYA JOSHI

 

 

Just about every airline has added flights to Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254347-off-to-thailand-bangkok-phuket-is-again-bustling-for-indian-airlines/

 

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Opinion: Thai democratic meritocracy remains elusive as Paetongtarn Shinawatra prepares for PM candidacy

By Serichon

 

 

On March 21, Pheu Thai made a significant political statement during the party’s general meeting themed under “Pheu Thai Family” in Udonthani.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254351-opinion-thai-democratic-meritocracy-remains-elusive-as-paetongtarn-shinawatra-prepares-for-pm-candidacy/

 

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Covid: Emergency decree extended yet again - Songkran blamed

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported that the Thai cabinet has once again extended the Covid-19 emergency decree.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254353-covid-emergency-decree-extended-yet-again-songkran-blamed/

 

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Thailand reports 25,164 new COVID-19 cases, 80 deaths, 24,770 recoveries

 

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Thailand on Wednesday (March 23) reported 25,164 new COVID-19 cases, 24,770 recoveries and 80 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254355-thailand-reports-25164-new-covid-19-cases-80-deaths-24770-recoveries/

 

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Thai media uses "Hell Drug" tag for marijuana; Anutin's ganja show begins after arrest of granny

 

Daily News Thai Caption: "Hell Drug" gang

 

Thai media Daily News harked back to an era when authorities worldwide referred to "Reefer Madness" rather than today when many countries have legalized recreational marijuana. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254358-thai-media-uses-hell-drug-tag-for-marijuana-anutins-ganja-show-begins-after-arrest-of-granny/

 

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Thai rocker "Sek Loso" in court today - resisting arrest with gun, ice use

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported that Thai superstar rocker Seksan Sukphimai - universally known as Sek Loso - would be appearing at the Minburi court today from 9 am.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254360-thai-rocker-sek-loso-in-court-today-resisting-arrest-with-gun-ice-use/

 

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Pop susperstar "Lisa" promised an endless supply of "look chin" when she returns to Buriram hometown

 

Daily News Thai Caption: As much as you can eat!

 

Excitement is building in Buriram in the north east of Thailand after one of its most famous daughters said she was coming back to celebrate her 25th birthday with her family.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254369-pop-susperstar-lisa-promised-an-endless-supply-of-look-chin-when-she-returns-to-buriram-hometown/

 

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Street racers who blocked ambulance rounded up in NE - they appear in silly hats!

 

 

Siam Rath reported on the resolution of a case that reached the ears of General Damrongsak Kittipraphat - the top cop in charge of ending street racing in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254370-street-racers-who-blocked-ambulance-rounded-up-in-ne-they-appear-in-silly-hats/

 

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Now that's scary! Little kids playing on 3rd floor balcony - Without guard rail!

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Siam Rath went to the Samrong market in Muang district Samut Prakan near Bangkok after a set of three social media videos were posted by Sitti Kawicha that showed two kids aged about 3 playing on a balcony unguarded by a rail.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254372-now-thats-scary-little-kids-playing-on-3rd-floor-balcony-without-guard-rail/

 

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Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang faces tough choice – surrender post or fight election

 

 

Having served as Bangkok’s governor for six years by special appointment of the junta, Pol General Aswin Kwanmuang is now seriously considering whether to run in the upcoming gubernatorial election.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254373-bangkok-governor-aswin-kwanmuang-faces-tough-choice-–-surrender-post-or-fight-election/

 

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Delicious sausages may pose health risks

 

 

Sausages are among the world’s favourite foods. They’re delicious and go well with drinks, with fried and grilled sausages a perfect match for beer. They can be part of a meal but are mostly enjoyed as a snack. Children in particular love to order them in fast-food and convenience stores.  However, when this processed food product is not made to the highest of standards, it can be harmful to the health, causing food poisoning or building up in the body with often disastrous effects.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254375-delicious-sausages-may-pose-health-risks/

 

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Pattaya: Russians staying in holiday condos and eating economically - restaurants at resort suffering

 

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Thai media INN went to Pattaya and found the area known as Wong Amat - usually bustling with Russians eating out and shopping - was deserted.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254376-pattaya-russians-staying-in-holiday-condos-and-eating-economically-restaurants-at-resort-suffering/

 

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Video: Yet more examples of "Lampostgate" scandal

 

 

Thai PBS continued on the expose that has become known as lampostgate.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254378-video-yet-more-examples-of-lampostgate-scandal/

 

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Mongkhol the monk in a Mazda moans after meds microsleep

 

Picture: Naew Na

 

Naew Na reported on an accident in Uthai Thani in lower northern Thailand involving a monk who fell asleep at the wheel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254380-mongkhol-the-monk-in-a-mazda-moans-after-meds-microsleep/

 

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Washington and Thailand celebrate 20 years of friendship through Partnership Program

 

Photo By Joseph Siemandel | Group photo during Brig. Gen. Welsh's visit to Thailand on March 1, 2022. (courtesy photo)

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254381-washington-and-thailand-celebrate-20-years-of-friendship-through-partnership-program/

 

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Video: Pitbulls from temple invade house - young child runs to safety, vicious animals tear pet cat to shreds

 

Picture: Daily News

 

A CCTV video posted to the site on Facebook that translates as "So You Wanna Be Famous, Return Part 3" showed the dramatic moment when three Pitbull terriers invaded a house in Kanchanaburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254384-video-pitbulls-from-temple-invade-house-young-child-runs-to-safety-vicious-animals-tear-pet-cat-to-shreds/

 

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Pheu Thai MP Karoon Hosakul resigns from party following internal conflict

 

In this file photo, Karoon Hosakul (right) and Thaksin Shinawatra (left).

 

Long-time Pheu Thai MP for Bangkok’s Don Mueang district Karoon Hosakul has announced his resignation from the party, saying he has no regrets over no longer being a member of the “Pheu Thai Family”. The term was recently coined at a party meeting, a party which is seeing former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s youngest daughter Paetongtarn’s position rise, after she was hailed as the “head of the family”.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254386-pheu-thai-mp-karoon-hosakul-resigns-from-party-following-internal-conflict/

 

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Why Thammanat and Thai Economic Party could be PM Prayut’s worst nightmare

 

 

Thammanat Prompao has finally found a new home, but the once most powerful broker in Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s ruling coalition has kept everyone guessing about his new role. Will he remain a thorn in the premier’s side or will he fulfill his desire to become part of Prayut’s government?

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254389-why-thammanat-and-thai-economic-party-could-be-pm-prayut’s-worst-nightmare/

 

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Chinese teenager riding a motorbike dies after crashing into a tree at high speed in the Pattaya area

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Pattaya-  A young Chinese motorbike rider has been pronounced dead at the scene after crashing his bike in the Pattaya area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254390-chinese-teenager-riding-a-motorbike-dies-after-crashing-into-a-tree-at-high-speed-in-the-pattaya-area/

 

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Allies and substitute parties boost PM Prayut’s chance of another term

 

 

Even though Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has not yet said if he will seek another term in office, new political parties have formed with the core purpose of helping him return to power.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254392-allies-and-substitute-parties-boost-pm-prayut’s-chance-of-another-term/

 

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Finance Ministry sees inflation hit 23-year high

By Panithan Onthaworn

 

 

Thailand’s Finance Ministry said on Wednesday that a spike in global energy prices could lead the country’s headline inflation to grow up to 7 per cent in 2022, the highest level since the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1254393-finance-ministry-sees-inflation-hit-23-year-high/