THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 4 June 2022

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Slim prospects for consumer goods price drop for several months

 

People, wearing facemasks amid fears about the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, shop in a supermarket in Bangkok on March 4, 2020. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP)

 

The prices of many consumer products have been increasing, as the Thai Retailer Association warns that there is little prospect that they will come down in the next few months.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261662-slim-prospects-for-consumer-goods-price-drop-for-several-months/

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TAT expects up to 10 million foreign tourists to visit Thailand this year

 

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has forecast that between 7 and 10 million foreign tourists will visit Thailand this year, which will generate about 1.5 trillion baht in revenue for the country, according to Government Spokesman Thanathorn Wangboonkongchana.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261706-tat-expects-up-to-10-million-foreign-tourists-to-visit-thailand-this-year/

 

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Russian woman breaks her leg after being hit by a large log while swimming at Kata Beach

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Kata, Phuket - A Russian woman has broken her leg after she was hit by a large log which was washed up by waves at Kata Beach.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261707-russian-woman-breaks-her-leg-after-being-hit-by-a-large-log-while-swimming-at-kata-beach/

 

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Phuket officials inspect entertainment venues in Phuket Town

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Phuket – Phuket officials inspected entertainment venues in Phuket Town last night (June 2nd) after they have been legally allowed to open until midnight.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261708-phuket-officials-inspect-entertainment-venues-in-phuket-town/

 

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Covid-19 infections could reach ten thousand within 5 days after entertainment venues reopen, Public Health Minister estimates

By Adam Judd

 

PHOTO: Facebook 'Like Anutin'

 

National – Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the number of daily infections could significantly increase to ten thousand within 3-5 days after entertainment venues had legally reopened in much of Thailand on June 1st.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261709-covid-19-infections-could-reach-ten-thousand-within-5-days-after-entertainment-venues-reopen-public-health-minister-estimates/

 

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The non-stop flip flopping on mask mandates is hurting tourism

Editorial Opinion | By Adam Judd

 

 

This morning, June 3rd, 2022, saw a notable “flip flop”, even for Thailand where decisions often change quickly.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261710-the-non-stop-flip-flopping-on-mask-mandates-is-hurting-tourism/

 

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Bangkok Governor inspected “100-Deaths Curve” in Bangkok following fatal road accident, killing five people

By Nop Meechukhun

 

 

Bangkok – Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt inspected the notorious “100-Deaths Curve” on Ratchada Road today, June 3rd after five people were killed when a pickup truck crashed into an electric pole early this morning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261711-bangkok-governor-inspected-“100-deaths-curve”-in-bangkok-following-fatal-road-accident-killing-five-people/

 

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Bang Lamung police test speed cameras on Sukhumvit Road for possible expanded program

By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Bang Lamung, Chonburi — Bang Lamung police tested a speed camera on Sukhumvit Road yesterday, June 2nd, 2022, to ensure its functionality and prevent speed-limit violators.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261712-bang-lamung-police-test-speed-cameras-on-sukhumvit-road-for-possible-expanded-program/

 

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Details for the “Cars On Flight” car show event on June 19th at Terminal 21 in Pattaya

By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Terminal 21 Pattaya — For those who are looking for details and parking at the Cars On Flight event on June 19th at the Pattaya Terminal 21 mall, we have the scoop just for you.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261713-details-for-the-“cars-on-flight”-car-show-event-on-june-19th-at-terminal-21-in-pattaya/

 

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Air Force To Arm F-35 Fighters With Its Own Weapon Systems

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Two F-35 Lightning II stealth fighters flying together. Photo: Heavybomber.com

 

THE THAI AIR FORCE will manage to install its own weapon systems aboard US-made F-35 Lightning II stealth fighters which will be procured in the future, according to air force chief-of-staff ACM Panpakdee Pattanakul.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261714-air-force-to-arm-f-35-fighters-with-its-own-weapon-systems/

 

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Tawaen Pier Bridge restoration will be completed in 2023, Pattaya authorities state

By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Koh Larn, Pattaya — The restoration of the Tawaen Pier bridge will be completed in 2023, according to the Pattaya Deputy Permanent Secretary.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261715-tawaen-pier-bridge-restoration-will-be-completed-in-2023-pattaya-authorities-state/

 

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Monkey caught after reportedly disturbing residents in Thalang, Phuket

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Thalang – A monkey was caught after reportedly disturbing local residents and damaging houses in Thalang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261716-monkey-caught-after-reportedly-disturbing-residents-in-thalang-phuket/

 

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Thailand Yacht Show Returns this Month for 2022

BY EDITORIAL

 

 

The highly anticipated Thailand Yacht Show returns this month, with the first of two parts being staged at the prestigious Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya from June 9-12, while the second installment will be held in Phuket at the end of the year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261720-thailand-yacht-show-returns-this-month-for-2022/

 

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Pattaya: Surprise surprise! German returns to find no girlfriend - just used condoms, boxers and his Ducati missing!

 

Sanook Thai Caption: The "Sky" came crashing down

 

Sanook reported on the unfortunate experiences of a German tourist who expected to find his girlfriend Fah (Sky) waiting for him.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261721-pattaya-surprise-surprise-german-returns-to-find-no-girlfriend-just-used-condoms-boxers-and-his-ducati-missing/

 

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Huge queues at THAI counter at Bangkok airport

 

Sanook Thai caption: Queues right up to the doors

 

Sanook reported that queues at the THAI check-in at Suvarnabhumi  were so serious that even getting to the airport three hours ahead of time might not be enough. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261727-huge-queues-at-thai-counter-at-bangkok-airport/

 

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No honeymoon, only huge challenges and expectations for new Bangkok chief Chadchart

 

 

While most newly elected politicians enjoy a “honeymoon period” with the public, incoming Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt expects nothing of this kind.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261728-no-honeymoon-only-huge-challenges-and-expectations-for-new-bangkok-chief-chadchart/

 

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On missing England - and so nearly coming to a sticky end!

OPINION | by Rooster

 

 

Coming to Thailand when the year dot.com was still well in the future, I was always concerned that if I lived in the kingdom permanently I might miss too many things about England, the land of my birth.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261729-on-missing-england-and-so-nearly-coming-to-a-sticky-end/

 

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Three dead - including bouncer - as pub goers fight after closing time at southern Thai nightclub

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported that a fight broke out in the car park of Club 99 in Nakhon Sri Thammarat in southern Thailand after closing time in the early hours of Friday morning. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261732-three-dead-including-bouncer-as-pub-goers-fight-after-closing-time-at-southern-thai-nightclub/

 

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Pratunam Market Lively Again As Tourists Flock In

by TNR Staff 

 

Shoppers at Pratunam market today. Photos: INN News

 

AFTER suffering during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic Pratunam market has now bounced back as crowds of both Thai and foreign tourists swarm in, INN News said May 3.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261733-pratunam-market-lively-again-as-tourists-flock-in/ 

 

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Special needs child, 12, attacked and killed by elders at school dorm in Phrae

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Muang district police in Phrae in northern Thailand were called by the director of a special needs school after the body of a 12 year old was found in a male dormitory.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261734-special-needs-child-12-attacked-and-killed-by-elders-at-school-dorm-in-phrae/

 

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Thai woman arrested in 6.2 BILLION baht Nigerian Romance Scam

 

Daily News Thai Caption: Online Romance Scam

 

Daily News reported that a 31 year old woman was arrested yesterday in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand who was part of a 6.2 billion baht romance scam perpetrated by Nigerians. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261735-thai-woman-arrested-in-62-billion-baht-nigerian-romance-scam/

 

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Thousands crossing to Koh Kood and Koh Chang for long weekend - 2 km tailbacks at Laem Ngop

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Siam Rath reported from two ports on the Trat mainland as thousands of tourists prepared to cross to Koh Kood and Koh Chang yesterday - the first day of HM Queen's long weekend holiday. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261736-thousands-crossing-to-koh-kood-and-koh-chang-for-long-weekend-2-km-tailbacks-at-laem-ngop/

 

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Phuket: Chase on holiday island - drug suspect's Mazda has tire shot out - all over just TWO Yaba

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Siam Rath reported that a chase ensued yesterday on Phuket when a red Mazda car being driven by a Thai man failed to stop for a motorcycle patrol search.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261740-phuket-chase-on-holiday-island-drug-suspects-mazda-has-tire-shot-out-all-over-just-two-yaba/

 

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Woman complains online after getting just this for nearly 300 baht - trader has all the excuses

 

Daily News Thai Caption: You'd be angry if it was free

 

Daily News reported on the experience of a woman in Bangkok who ordered food online then went to complain on a site that translates as "We are consumers".

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261741-woman-complains-online-after-getting-just-this-for-nearly-300-baht-trader-has-all-the-excuses/

 

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100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelenskyy rallies Ukraine

 

 

As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells it, when Russia invaded 100 days ago, no one expected his country to survive. World leaders advised him to flee.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1261743-100-speeches-in-100-days-of-war-zelenskyy-rallies-ukraine/

 

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