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Thai Anti-Cannabis Campaigner Pleased with Coalition’s MOU, Urges to Shut Down All Cannabis Shops

 

Outspoken anti-cannabis campaigner Chuwit Kamolvisit was particularly pleased after seeing that the Move Forward-led coalition, in a memorandum of understanding (MOU), planned to regulate cannabis as a narcotic again.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295674-thai-anti-cannabis-campaigner-pleased-with-coalition’s-mou-urges-to-shut-down-all-cannabis-shops/

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Myanmar puts troops on alert after Pita’s statements

 

 

Myanmar’s second-most powerful general has issued a directive to his commanders to keep a closer watch on the Thai-Myanmar border after Thailand’s Move Forward Party won the most House seats in the May 14  general election.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295657-myanmar-puts-troops-on-alert-after-pita’s-statements/

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Tyson Fury in Bangkok for One Night Only!

 

 

WBC Heavyweight boxing champion of the world Tyson Fury will be in Bangkok on the 8th June to be the main event for a Gala Dinner at the Millennium Hilton Hotel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1291199-tyson-fury-in-bangkok-for-one-night-only/

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Kooky Palang Pracharat move rejected on Tuesday by Prawit as Pheu Thai stands by Pita for PM
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan Tuesday rubbished reports circulating since Monday that he intended to resign as leader of the Palang Pracharat Party and disband it under some arrangement with Pheu Thai. The news was quickly scotched on Monday by the Pheu Thai leadership, claiming it remained committed to the ‘Government of Hope’ coalition with the Move Forward Party and installing Mr Pita Limjaroenrat as Thailand’s 30th prime minister.

 

Palang Pracharat Party leadership on Tuesday rejected spurious reports that the party was to disband so that its members could join the Pheu Thai Party, a proposal immediately rejected by Pheu Thai’s leadership who on the same day committed itself to a new ‘Government of Hope’ with the Move Forward Party under Pita Limjaroenrat as Prime Minister.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295688-kooky-palang-pracharat-move-rejected-on-tuesday-by-prawit-as-pheu-thai-stands-by-pita-for-pm/

 

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The Costa Serena Cruise Ship Anchors, Bringing Over 1,800 Tourists to Nathon Pier for a Samui Beach Trip

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The prestigious Costa Serena cruise ship has dropped anchor at Nathon Pier, Koh Samui, delighting the hearts of more than 1,800 eager tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295689-the-costa-serena-cruise-ship-anchors-bringing-over-1800-tourists-to-nathon-pier-for-a-samui-beach-trip/

 

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Mobile signal helps capture 'Kik,' the alleged killer of a woman in central Pattaya

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Daily News reported the capture of 'Kik,' the alleged killer responsible for the murder of a stunning woman in a rented room in Central Pattaya, was made possible through a cross-provincial police operation that detected a mobile signal, ultimately leading to the suspect's arrest near Sakon Nakhon Province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295691-mobile-signal-helps-capture-kik-the-alleged-killer-of-a-woman-in-central-pattaya/

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Devastating Summer Storm Damages Chaiyaphum Hospital: Roof Collapses, Glass Shatters, and Ceiling Crumbles on Parked Cars

 

Picture: Daily News

A powerful summer storm wreaked havoc on Chaiyaphum Hospital, causing the roof to collapse, glass windows to shatter, and the ceiling to crumble, scattering debris on parked cars. Medical staff had to undertake the challenging task of relocating patients to safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295693-devastating-summer-storm-damages-chaiyaphum-hospital-roof-collapses-glass-shatters-and-ceiling-crumbles-on-parked-cars/

 

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Haircut and Dye Gone Wrong: Outraged girls warn others about alleged 5,500 baht scam

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

CHIANG MAI: -- In a recent social media post, a user named "Paew Ivy" shared her experience after taking her boyfriend to a local barbershop in San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai, where he underwent a haircut and hair dyeing session. The process took approximately two hours, and upon completion, they were presented with a bill of 5,500 Baht, leaving them astonished.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295696-haircut-and-dye-gone-wrong-outraged-girls-warn-others-about-alleged-5500-baht-scam/

 

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9-Year-Old Girl Electrocuted at Sports Field Power Pole

 

 

PHIMAI: -- a tragic incident claimed the life of 9-year-old Worraya Ruaichai, who was electrocuted at a power pole in a local community sports field. This unfortunate event occurred in Ban Suay, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Phimai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295698-phimai-9-year-old-girl-electrocuted-at-sports-field-power-pole/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 24 May 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295700-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-24-may-2023/

 

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Prime Suspect in Murder of Young Pattaya Woman Arrested in Sakon Nakhon
By Adam Judd

 

 

Kut Bak, Sakon Nakhon-The prime suspect who was wanted in the vicious murder of a young Pattaya woman was arrested in a rural village near the Kalasin province in Sakon Nakhon in northeastern Thailand and is being transported to Pattaya for investigation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295691-mobile-signal-helps-capture-kik-the-alleged-killer-of-a-woman-in-central-pattaya/?do=findComment&comment=18100872

 

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More active ASEAN role, balanced ties with superpowers expected under Pita
 

Fuadi Pitsuwan

A new government under the leadership of Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat will see Thailand play a more active role in ASEAN and on the international stage,  according to an academic in charge of foreign affairs of the party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295708-more-active-asean-role-balanced-ties-with-superpowers-expected-under-pita/

 

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DNA barcoding to help in conservation of sharks and rays in Thai waters

 

 

Researchers from the Burapha University and Thailand’s Fisheries Department have been formulating a national action plan to conserve and manage shark and ray species in Thai waters, in line with international standards, to increase the body of knowledge in biology and ecology and to monitor the utilisation of sharks and rays.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295709-dna-barcoding-to-help-in-conservation-of-sharks-and-rays-in-thai-waters/

 

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Thai government revenue exceeds target by 112bn baht amid economic recovery
by Alex Morgan

 

Image via GoogleMaps

 

The Ministry of Finance has announced that government revenue collection for the first seven months of fiscal 2023 (October to April) surpassed the target by 112 billion baht, primarily due to contributions from agencies other than the Revenue Department. This information was shared by Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of the Fiscal Policy Office.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295710-thai-government-revenue-exceeds-target-by-112bn-baht-amid-economic-recovery/

 

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Tourism boom boom in Pattaya, don’t say the ‘C’ word : Tim Newton Today - May 24

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295714-tourism-boom-boom-in-pattaya-don’t-say-the-‘c’-word-tim-newton-today-may-24/

 

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Thais must disregard coup and betrayal rumors and stick together
By Arun Saronchai

 

In a functioning democracy, the winning party would be celebrating its victory and forming a government with like-minded parties. But alas, Thailand is not a fully functioning democracy. Instead of a moment of respite and joy, the Move Forward Party has been the center of a million political rumors from coalition betrayal, to being an agent of a foreign power, to the possibility of another coup.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295715-thais-must-disregard-coup-and-betrayal-rumors-and-stick-together/

 

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Key Chinese Ponzi scheme member arrested in Bangkok over cybercrime
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Freepik

 

A key member of a Chinese Ponzi scheme network wanted in China for cybercrime, fraud, and investment scams, has been apprehended by immigration police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295716-key-chinese-ponzi-scheme-member-arrested-in-bangkok-over-cybercrime/

 

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Thai MP-elect aims to break £11bn alcohol duopoly with progressive bill
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Facebook

 

A member of parliament-elect with a passion for beer is seeking to challenge the 470-billion-baht alcohol duopoly held by two of Thailand’s wealthiest families, following the Move Forward Party’s recent election victory.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295718-thai-mp-elect-aims-to-break-£11bn-alcohol-duopoly-with-progressive-bill/

 

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Cannabis shop near top school suspended amid licence scrutiny
by Mitch Connor
 

Photo Courtesy of Flickr

 

A cannabis shop near the prestigious St Joseph Convent School on Silom Road has had its licence suspended for one month by the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM). The dispensary had been operating for six months before receiving criticism due to its proximity to the all-girls school.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295719-cannabis-shop-near-top-school-suspended-amid-licence-scrutiny/

 

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Bangkok blaze devastates 44 homes in rapid inferno
by Samantha Rose
 

A massive fire engulfed over 44 wooden houses in Bangkok’s Talat Phlu district, near Soi Wutthakat 18-20, leaving local officials battling the flames for more than 45 minutes. There were no reported injuries or deaths.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295721-bangkok-blaze-devastates-44-homes-in-rapid-inferno/

 

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3 DSI officers and ex-consul of Nauru accused of swindling 10 million baht

by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Siamrath

 

Three officers from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the former consul of the Nauru Consulate in Thailand reportedly swindled 10 million baht from Chinese nationals suspected of operating illegal businesses in Thailand. The accused DSI officers surrendered yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295722-3-dsi-officers-and-ex-consul-of-nauru-accused-of-swindling-10-million-baht/

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‘Personally, I love dogs,’ says Thai man who killed girlfriend’s dogs, forced her to eat dog poo

by leah

 

 

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Watchdog Thailand seized a Beagle, a Shih Tzu, and a rabbit from the man who confessed to beating his Thai-British girlfriend, forcing her to eat dog poo, and buying and killing many of her pet dogs yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295679-man-confesses-to-beating-thai-british-girlfriend-forcing-her-to-eat-dog-poo-and-killing-her-pets/?do=findComment&comment=18101218

 

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Knife rampage: Man terrorises shoppers, vandalises cars outside mall after losing job
by Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO via Sanook

 

A man wielding knives went on a rampage near a busy shopping centre in Nonthaburi, Thailand, allegedly due to stress from being unemployed. Officers from the Bang Bua Thong Police Station were alerted to the frenzied incident at around 8pm yesterday, which saw the man brandishing sharp weapons and attacking cars amongst nearby pedestrians.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295724-knife-rampage-man-terrorises-shoppers-vandalises-cars-outside-mall-after-losing-job/

 

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Thailand’s 300 baht arrival tax still up in the air

By Peter Roche

 

Flickr/Jinky Dabon

Will they, won’t they…

 

It’s not yet known if Thailand’s plan to impose a 300 baht levy on international arrivals will go ahead. The on again/off again so-called “tourism fee” or “arrival tax” or “tourist levy” has faced a number of roadblocks that have hampered its implementation and made it look increasingly unlikely to go ahead anytime soon.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295725-thailand’s-300-baht-arrival-tax-still-up-in-the-air/

 

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Lawyer of cyanide serial killer accused of hiding and damaging evidence
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Thannicha “Patch” Ek-suwannawat, the lawyer representing the Thai cyanide serial killer, is facing allegations of hiding and damaging crucial evidence. Despite being summoned, Patch has not responded and instead intends to file a complaint against the police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295728-lawyer-of-cyanide-serial-killer-accused-of-hiding-and-damaging-evidence/

 

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Majority of senators “undecided” about voting for Pita as new Thai PM

By Peter Roche

 

 

A member of the Thai Senate says most of the 250 senators still haven’t made up their minds when it comes to voting for the new prime minister. Senator Wanchai Sornsiri says most senators are unsure about voting for Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, for a number of reasons.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295730-majority-of-senators-“undecided”-about-voting-for-pita-as-new-thai-pm/

 

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Annual Soi 6 Party Returns to Pattaya After Four Years in June
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-After a long four year drought due to Covid-19 and travel restrictions, along with covid-related rules enforced on entertainment venues, Soi 6 is getting ready to celebrate its annual weekend street event once again.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295731-annual-soi-6-party-returns-to-pattaya-after-four-years-in-june/

 

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‘Last push’ to get injured English tourist stuck in Thailand hospital back home
by leah
 

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The 25 year old English tourist who crashed his motorbike into a shopfront in Phuket on May 1 remains in hospital in Thailand over three weeks later. Doctors say he is almost ready to be transferred to a hospital in the UK, once his hospital bill is paid in full.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295732-‘last-push’-to-get-injured-english-tourist-stuck-in-thailand-hospital-back-home/

 

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House speaker position belongs to Move Forward : Piyabutr

 

File photo : Piyabutr Saengkanokkul/AFP

 

The Move Forward Party must not lose the House speakership to other coalition parties if it wants to avoid problems in tabling any amendment to the lèse majesté law in the Parliament.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295759-house-speaker-position-belongs-to-move-forward-piyabutr/ 

 

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Industry federation to submit 5-point proposal to new government

 

Kriengkrai Thiennukul Chairman of The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and Pita Limjaroenrat.

 

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) will submit a five-point proposal, including the new minimum wage and energy fees, to the new government for urgent consideration.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295760-industry-federation-to-submit-5-point-proposal-to-new-government/