THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 14 October 2022

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Pattaya police continue intense patrols to eradicate illegal activities

 

 

A combined team of volunteers, city officials, and police officers were deployed around Pattaya yesterday, October 12th, in an attempt to maintain peace and eradicate illegal activities in the city during a four-day long weekend.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274693-pattaya-police-continue-intense-patrols-to-eradicate-illegal-activities/

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Body found on Phangan Island believed to be missing Russian man

 

PHOTO: MGR online

 

A body was found on Phangan Island and is believed to be a missing Russian man.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274696-body-found-on-phangan-island-believed-to-be-missing-russian-man/

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Thailand believes condemnation will reduce chances of resolving conflict in Ukraine
 

 

Thailand abstained during the UN vote to condemn Russia’s annexation of four regions of Ukraine because it believes that such condemnation, when the situation in Ukraine is escalating, will reduce the chances of resolving the conflict through diplomatic means, according to an explanation issued by Thailand’s Foreign Ministry (Thursday).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274710-thailand-believes-condemnation-will-reduce-chances-of-resolving-conflict-in-ukraine/

 

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3 Thais Found Infected With New Covid Strain XBB In Hong Kong
TNR Staff
 

Graphic images of Covid-19. Top: Ecdc.europa.eu, Front Page: Paho.org

 

HONG KONG has found 29 people from overseas infected with the new Covid variant XBB and while the majority came from Singapore, three are from Thailand, TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274712-3-thais-found-infected-with-new-covid-strain-xbb-in-hong-kong/

 

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Prayut Dodges Bags Of Fermented Fish Sauce, Literally

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Top and Front Page: Prime Minister visiting a flooded community in Nonthaburi today, Oct. 13, 2022. Photo: Matichon

 

PRIME MINISTER PRAYUT Chan-o-cha literally evaded bags of fermented fish sauce and other unpleasant liquids which some political activists might have otherwise thrown at him during his visit to Nonthaburi yesterday (Oct. 13).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274714-prayut-dodges-bags-of-fermented-fish-sauce-literally/

 

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FIFA World Cup 2022 will be free to watch on TV in Thailand: SAT
By Online Reporter 

 

 

With the FIFA World Cup 2022 set to kick off in Qatar in a little over one month, football fans in Thailand may be beginning to wonder how they will be able to watch the games.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274715-fifa-world-cup-2022-will-be-free-to-watch-on-tv-in-thailand-sat/

 

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Old Phuket Prison to be turned into public park
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – The old Phuket Prison in Phuket Town will be turned into a public park with parking areas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274716-old-phuket-prison-to-be-turned-into-public-park/

 

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Phuket officers patrol on Patong beach and around entertainment venues to suppress illegal drugs and firearms
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – Officers patrolled on Patong Beach and around entertainment venues for safety to suppress illegal drugs and firearms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274717-phuket-officers-patrol-on-patong-beach-and-around-entertainment-venues-to-suppress-illegal-drugs-and-firearms/

 

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Thailand targets Indian tourists for post-pandemic rebound
 

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Thailand's tourism chief says the coronavirus pandemic there is over. The country fully reopened to foreign visitors this month. The Southeast Asian nation especially wants to boost arrivals from India.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274718-thailand-targets-indian-tourists-for-post-pandemic-rebound/

 

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World Sports News - Friday 14 October by Chili Radio
 

 

Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274722-world-sports-news-friday-14-october-by-chili-radio/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday October 14 2022

 

 

Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274726-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-october-14-2022/

 

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Statue of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great unveiled at King Rama IX Memorial Park
by Namo Vananupong

 

   
BANGKOK (NNT) - Their Majesties the King and Queen have inaugurated a statue of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great at King Rama IX Memorial Park in Bangkok. The unveiling of the statue coincides with the 6th anniversary of His Majesty the Late King’s passing.

 

Their Majesties were accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati and Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya.

 

Together, they traveled to King Rama IX Memorial Park and unveiled the statue of His Late Majesty.

 

The statue was commissioned by His Majesty King Rama X to commemorate the deeds of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, King Rama IX.

 

The statue serves as a reminder of Thailand’s gratitude toward His Late Majesty for his dedication to his subjects throughout his 70-year reign.

 

Members of the public who observed the unveiling of the statue were dressed in light-colored or yellow shirts.

 

They gathered in large numbers at the park to receive Their Majesties the King and Queen. The visitors also enjoyed food offerings from the royally sponsored kitchen set up at the park as well as musical performances.

 

 

Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221014073614860

 

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German Airline Lufthansa Bans Apple AirTags On Flights

German airline Lufthansa has asked passengers to turn off their Apple AirTag tracking devices before boarding flights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274727-german-airline-lufthansa-bans-apple-airtags-on-flights/

 

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Woman rescued from southern "sex maniac" - one is dead, but are there more victims?

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported on the continuing developments in an alarming murder/torture case that may reach further than two victims.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274729-woman-rescued-from-southern-sex-maniac-one-is-dead-but-are-there-more-victims/

 

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PM: BOI should focus on small businesses and grassroots economy
by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister told the Board of Investment (BOI) in a meeting that his administration had plans to upgrade small businesses. The plans call for the continuous development of the grassroots economy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274731-pm-boi-should-focus-on-small-businesses-and-grassroots-economy/

 

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DDC urges parents to vaccinate young children against COVID-19

by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Health authorities are now inviting parents of children ages between 6 months and 4 years old to vaccinate their children against COVID-19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274733-ddc-urges-parents-to-vaccinate-young-children-against-covid-19/

 

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DTAM to provide herbs, traditional medicines to flood victims
by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) will be providing flood victims with herbs and traditional remedies to curb waterborne diseases.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274735-dtam-to-provide-herbs-traditional-medicines-to-flood-victims/

 

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"They're trying to kill me" - man attacks girlfriend with scissors then holds her hostage in lavatory

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath had dramatic still pictures of police behind a bullet proof shield going into a house in Sattahip on Thailand's eastern seaboard where a man had taken his girlfriend hostage in a lavatory.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274742-theyre-trying-to-kill-me-man-attacks-girlfriend-with-scissors-then-holds-her-hostage-in-lavatory/

 

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Tim Newton Today - Oct 14: Thailand abstains in UN vote over Russia, floods reach Bangkok 

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274747-tim-newton-today-oct-14-thailand-abstains-in-un-vote-over-russia-floods-reach-bangkok/

 

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Thailand's Rescue Services: A mum's heartfelt thanks for helping her stricken son

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thailand's rescue services who work in tandem with the police and other medical services are a ubiquitous sight in the kingdom.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274749-thailands-rescue-services-a-mums-heartfelt-thanks-for-helping-her-stricken-son/

 

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Pattaya area: Well known businessman killed after driving BMW under 18 wheel truck

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Huay Yai police and rescue services were called to the Ban Nern Khao U-turn on Route 331, (KM markers 23-24) the Sattahip to Korat road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274753-pattaya-area-well-known-businessman-killed-after-driving-bmw-under-18-wheel-truck/

 

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Thai lady drops charges against thief who stole for her sick four year old son

 

Daily News Thai Caption: The reluctant thief

 

Jiraporn, 45, sprung into action when her son told her that someone had been tampering with her bag.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274754-thai-lady-drops-charges-against-thief-who-stole-for-her-sick-four-year-old-son/

 

 

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Expandable flood barriers installed in Bangkok’s Rama III area

 

 

City officials used expandable, water-filled flood barriers, instead of sand bags, in an attempt to prevent overflows from the Chao Phraya River from flooding Rama III Road in Yan Nawa District yesterday (Thursday).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274758-expandable-flood-barriers-installed-in-bangkok’s-rama-iii-area/

 

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"A misunderstanding!": Thai cops explain away apparent brutish and inappropriate behavior

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

An inquiry was instigated after a clip on Line was shared. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274759-a-misunderstanding-thai-cops-explain-away-apparent-brutish-and-inappropriate-behavior/

 

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"Legendary Aircon man" attracts RTP chief's attention with boastful armory pics

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Royal Thai Police chief Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat was none too pleased when pictures circulated online of a Thai man's large armory of weapons.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274760-legendary-aircon-man-attracts-rtp-chiefs-attention-with-boastful-armory-pics/

 

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"Who put those there?!" Three charged in yaba case after police action at Ao Nang, Krabi port

 

77kaoded Thai Caption: Water police find drugs out at the seaside

 

Police in Ao Nang, Krabi acting on a tip swooped on a long tail boat offering pleasure rides to tourists at the Nopparat Thara pier in southern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274762-who-put-those-there-three-charged-in-yaba-case-after-police-action-at-ao-nang-krabi-port/

 

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German tourist rescued after falling at Wat Seua in Krabi

 

77kaoded Thai Caption: Rescue services carry tourist down after fall

 

77kaoded reported that a rescue team of six individuals responded to calls to help a 62 year old German woman who fell over while visiting the temple of Wat Seua in Krabi Noi, southern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274764-german-tourist-rescued-after-falling-at-wat-seua-in-krabi/

 

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Old man gored by "large" wild elephant outside his home - wife tells harrowing tale

 

Picture: Sanook

 

Police, rescue services and park officials rushed to the scene after a 72 year old man was gored by the tusks of a large elephant outside his home near the Pa Ngam market in Chachoengsao, central/east Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274768-old-man-gored-by-large-wild-elephant-outside-his-home-wife-tells-harrowing-tale/

 

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Man shot dead and 4m meth pills seized after shootout in Chiang Rai

 

 

Thai police and army troops seized about four million methamphetamine tablets, shot dead one drug trafficker and arrested another in a shootout near a market in Muang district of the northern province of Chiang Rai late last night (Thursday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274779-man-shot-dead-and-4m-meth-pills-seized-after-shootout-in-chiang-rai/

 

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Loong Phol case puts justice system to big test

 

 

When it happened in 2020, the death of three-year-old Nong Chompoo was one of Thailand’s most tumultuous criminal cases. However, the Criminal Court’s trial, which began a few months ago and has been almost half way through now, has gone eerily quiet, showcasing only social media rivalry between supporters and opponents of the suspects whereas the mainstream media have practically stayed out of the way.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1274780-loong-phol-case-puts-justice-system-to-big-test/