THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 January 2023

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The spot where the Swedish man died this afternoon. Photo: TV Channel 7

 

Swedish Man Dies In Crash Just 5 Days After Meeting Thai Girlfriend
by TNR Staff

 

A ROMANCE between a Swedish man and a Thai woman that bloomed on social media for two years and culminated in their getting together in Thailand just five days ago ended in tragedy when he died in a motorcycle accident Jan. 28, TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284887-swedish-man-dies-in-crash-just-5-days-after-meeting-thai-girlfriend/

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British Man Arrested on Samui Island for 25 days of Overstay
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Samui, Surat Thani – A British man was arrested on Samui Island in Surat Thani for 25 days of overstaying his legal visa conditions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284889-british-man-arrested-on-samui-island-for-25-days-of-overstay/

 

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Sutthisan pub raid by police is a flop

 

 

Police and army officers raided a hotel-based pub in Bangkok’s Sutthisan area late last night (Saturday), but they found nothing illegal.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284890-sutthisan-pub-raid-by-police-is-a-flop/

 

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Police officers providing escort service to Chinese tourists face criminal probe

 

 

A committee has been set up to consider disciplinary and criminal action against four Thai police officers who are accused of providing vehicle escort services to Chinese tourists, from Suvarnabhumi airport to their hotels in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284891-police-officers-providing-escort-service-to-chinese-tourists-face-criminal-probe/

 

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Prayut Dared To Join Debate Between Contestants For PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

 

PRIME MINISTER PRAYUT Chan-o-cha today (Jan.29) was dared to take part in an open debate between partisan contestants for prime minister.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284893-prayut-dared-to-join-debate-between-contestants-for-pm/

 

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Pita Prepared To Become PM, Vows To Switch Off ‘Sam Por’ Powers
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

 

MOVE FORWARD LEADER Pita Limjaroenrat today (Jan.28) reconfirmed he has already prepared to become Thailand’s 30th prime minister, denying further rule of coup leader-turned-premier Prayut Chan-o-cha and others associated with the 2014 coup junta.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284894-pita-prepared-to-become-pm-vows-to-switch-off-‘sam-por’-powers/

 

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Prices frozen for baby milk formula and canned fish

 

 

Thailand’s Internal Trade Department has halted a plan by manufacturers to increase the prices of baby milk formula and canned fish, by about 10% and two baht per pack respectively, to cover increased production costs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284895-prices-frozen-for-baby-milk-formula-and-canned-fish/

 

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Thailand-Türkiye relations – more than trade and investment
By Kavi Chongkittavorn

 

This photograph shows a view of the Kocatepe mosque and Atakule, in Ankara, on January 27, 2023. (Photo by Adem ALTAN / AFP)

At the very beginning, it must be stressed that Thailand and Türkiye share a common national identity – neither has ever been colonised by the Western powers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284896-thailand-türkiye-relations-–-more-than-trade-and-investment/

 

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Jet Skis and parasailing rides kicked off Surin Beach, again

By Peter Roche

 

Jet Skis on Surin Beach

The Phuket marine office has begun re-enforcing a ban on jet skis, jet ski hires and parasail boat rides in the waters off Surin Beach, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284897-jet-skis-and-parasailing-rides-kicked-off-surin-beach-again/

 

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December and January were massive tourism months – but still less than 50% of 2019 average

By Peter Roche

 

Phi Phi islands boat tour

Phuket is experiencing a resurgence in tourism, with the number of visitors to the island reaching nearly 50% of pre-pandemic levels, according to the director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Office in Phuket, Nantasiri Ronsiri.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284898-december-and-january-were-massive-tourism-months-–-but-still-less-than-50-of-2019-average/

 

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Ung Ing says Prawit is better liked than PM Prayut with reports of the return of key ex-ministers
by Joseph O' Connor

 

(Left) Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan is set to unveil the return of key economic ministers in the governments of General Prayut Chan ocha to the Palang Pracharat Party on Monday including former economy czar and deputy prime minister Somkid Jatusripitak (right). The move was indirectly praised by Pheu Thai Party standard bearer Paetongtarn Shinawatra (centre) who said it showed that General Prawit had more charisma and is more popular than Prime Minister Prayut Chan ocha.

Monday will see a return of the former economic team, including three key ministers under General Prayut, to front-line politics and the ranks of the Palang Pracharat Party including ex-economic czar Somkid Jatusripitak.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284899-ung-ing-says-prawit-is-better-liked-than-pm-prayut-with-reports-of-the-return-of-key-ex-ministers/

 

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Urine cannot cure sinusitis – Thailand’s Medical Services Department
 

 

The Thai Medical Services Department has asked the public not to share social media reports claiming that dripping urine into the nose every day can cure sinusitis, describing it as fake news.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284900-urine-cannot-cure-sinusitis-–-thailand’s-medical-services-department/

 

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Pattaya Nightclub Guards Reportedly Attack Indian Tourist over Argument
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — An Indian tourist said Sunday that he was attacked by a group of Pattaya nightclub guards on Walking Street over what he says was a small argument.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284901-pattaya-nightclub-guards-reportedly-attack-indian-tourist-over-argument/

 

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Pattaya and Jomtien Officials Crack Down on Fireworks and Sky Lanterns on Jomtien Beaches
By Adam Judd

 

Pattaya, Thailand-Pattaya and Na Jomtien officials have been teaming up to crack down on illegal firework and sky lantern sellers on Jomtien Beaches, especially on the South end of the beaches.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284902-pattaya-and-jomtien-officials-crack-down-on-fireworks-and-sky-lanterns-on-jomtien-beaches/

 

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First Songkran in Four Years in Pattaya Looking to be a Major Event With Concerts, Festivals, Parties, and Yes, Waterfights
By Adam Judd

 

Pattaya, Thailand-The first full Songkran in FOUR years is looking to be a major event in Pattaya, Thailand as more events, festivals, concerts, and parties are announced.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284904-first-songkran-in-four-years-in-pattaya-looking-to-be-a-major-event-with-concerts-festivals-parties-and-yes-waterfights/

 

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Three Chinese Men Rescued After Sailboat Breaks Down in Krabi Sea
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

Krabi – Three Chinese men have been rescued after a sailboat broke down from strong winds near an island in Krabi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284905-three-chinese-men-rescued-after-sailboat-breaks-down-in-krabi-sea/

 

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Tourists flee for their lives! 16 rooms at Kanchanaburi river resort razed to the ground - everyone safe

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Siam Rath reported on a devastating fire that broke out in the center of a resort on rooms floating on the Khwae Noi River in Kanchanaburi, western Thailand, yesterday afternoon.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284908-devastating-fire-destroys-16-rooms-at-kanchanaburi-resort/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Monday January 30 2023
 

 

Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284910-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-monday-january-30-2023/

 

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RTP spokesman says "trust us" not social media in Taiwanese actress extortion case; cops may fly to Taiwan today

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

The deputy spokesman for the Royal Thai Police spoke yesterday after a meeting concerning allegations made by Taiwanese actress An Yu Qing or Charlene An that she and three male friends were extorted of 27,000 baht in Bangkok on January 4th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284911-rtp-spokesman-says-trust-us-not-social-media-in-taiwanese-actress-extortion-case-cops-may-fly-to-taiwan-today/

 

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A shadow looms large over the Pheu Thai Party

By Ken Mathis Lohatepanont

 

Thaksin’s shadow leaves Pheu Thai in a conundrum, writes Ken Lohatepanont. His promise of a return further complicates Pheu Thai’s candidacy and potentially deepends divides.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284914-a-shadow-looms-large-over-the-pheu-thai-party/

 

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Wife dies after savage knife attack by younger husband - locals and victim's son make citizens' arrest

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported on a gruesome stabbing incident outside a house in Kanchanaburi, western Thailand on Saturday night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284915-wife-dies-after-savage-knife-attack-by-younger-husband-locals-and-victims-son-make-citizens-arrest/

 

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Thailand needs welfare schemes based on rights not charity, experts say

 

 

With a general election just around the corner, political parties are now competing to woo voters via the popular welfare card scheme. Academics, however, warn that this scheme has already failed to tackle poverty or improve Thais’ overall living standard, and is likely to remain ineffective unless reformed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284921-thailand-needs-welfare-schemes-based-on-rights-not-charity-experts-say/

 

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"Loving Couple" motorcycle thieves arrested in Bangkok - they got 20,000 baht for each one over two year period

 

Daily News Thai Caption: Loving couple thieves

 

Police in Thonglor, Bangkok, announced the arrest of what Daily News said were a loving couple of motorcycle thieves. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284922-loving-couple-motorcycle-thieves-arrested-in-bangkok-they-got-20000-baht-for-each-one-over-two-year-period/

 

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Thai police investigate extortion & VVIP escort stories, weed facing uncertain future : Tim Newton Today - Jan 30

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284923-thai-police-investigate-extortion-vvip-escort-stories-weed-facing-uncertain-future-tim-newton-today-jan-30/

 

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Thailand boosts protection of dolphins in Songkhla Lake

 

  

With concerns mounting over the threats to the 14 to 20 Irrawaddy dolphins left in Songkhla Lake, dolphin experts from international organizations recently met with local agencies at the World Bank office in Bangkok to jointly step up conservation efforts to counter the potential impacts in the future.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284924-thailand-boosts-protection-of-dolphins-in-songkhla-lake/

 

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Traffic at standstill for one hour as truck-trailer piles into accident scene on Mitraphap Highway - "drunk" driver taken away

 

Daily News Thai Caption: Multiple pile-up

 

Daily News reported on multiple pile ups involving at least 26 vehicles on the inbound Mitraphap (Friendship) highway at 7.20 last night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284929-traffic-at-standstill-for-one-hour-as-truck-trailer-piles-into-accident-scene-on-mitraphap-highway-drunk-driver-taken-away/

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Snail Mail: Thailand Post apologises for late delivery after lady misses out on university bursary

 

Daily News Thai Caption: Late delivery!

 

Thailand Post has apologized to a lady who has missed out on a bursary to attend nursing college after a letter arrived very late.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284932-snail-mail-thailand-post-apologises-for-late-delivery-after-lady-misses-out-on-university-bursary/

 

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Evidentiary gun goes missing from southern police station - police "evasive"

 

 

Siam Rath reported on a post by a group called "Strong" who are active in exposing corruption in the south of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284933-evidentiary-gun-goes-missing-from-southern-police-station-police-evasive/

 

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5th Thai-Lao Bridge to Open Next Year

by Paul Rujopakarn

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has revealed that the fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, which connects Thailand’s Bueng Kan province with Laos’ Bolikhamsai, is expected to open early in 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284934-5th-thai-lao-bridge-to-open-next-year/

 

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Husband takes his mistress on temple tour - wife finds out and gets on car as he tries to speed off

 

Sanook Thai Caption: What a kerfuffle!

 

Sanook devoted many column inches to a domestic dispute involving a husband and wife in Tak, north west Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1284936-husband-takes-his-mistress-on-temple-tour-wife-finds-out-and-gets-on-car-as-he-tries-to-speed-off/