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Report Thai Man Arrested for Desecrating National Symbols and Royal Portrait
On June 19, police arrested a Thai man in Bangkok's Lat Phrao area for sharing videos that showed him desecrating the Thai national flag and a portrait of King Rama X. The man, identified as Somkiat, posted videos on Facebook using the flag as a doormat, placing his foot on the royal portrait, and urinating on both. He also used vulgar language to criticise the royal family, inviting those offended to confront him directly. The incident attracted significant public attention after Thai artist Wannawat "Bomb" Hanrungruengkit condemned Somkiat's actions on his Facebook page, raising awareness among his followers. Bomb, accompanied by several friends, visited Somkiat's residence around 7 PM, where a heated exchange occurred, streamed live on Facebook. Bomb rebuked Somkiat, urging him to leave Thailand if he could not respect its symbols. During the confrontation, which drew neighbours outside, Bomb used strong language and criticised Somkiat's mother for not controlling her son's behaviour. The situation escalated until officers from Chokchai Police Station arrived and arrested Somkiat. Authorities have not yet detailed the charges Somkiat may face, but his actions could fall under Section 54 of the Flag Act, which involves disrespect towards the national flag and is punishable by up to six months in prison or a fine. Additionally, his comments about the royal family may violate Section 112 of the Criminal Law, known as lese majeste. Reports suggest Somkiat may be dealing with mental health issues, potentially influencing his behaviour. Bomb is notable for his transformation from a life of drug use and imprisonment to becoming a respected artist, known for drawing portraits of the royal family and sharing them on social media. The police investigation continues as authorities consider the legal implications of Somkiat's actions. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-06-20 -
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international driving permits can no longer be used as proof for obtaining a driver’s licens
This is confusing. The law was that you would receive a 2-year driving licence and then receive a 5-year driving licence upon expiry of that one. What is getting extended from 2 to 5? What is remaining valid for only 2 years? A 'temporary licence' is what? What legal distinction is this referencing? -
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Report Tourist Overcharging Allegations at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
by my calculation 10am to 1 pm is actually 3 hours so i can't see what the fuss is about, -
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international driving permits can no longer be used as proof for obtaining a driver’s licens
An unspoken reveal of the proliferation of fake IDP's ? No surprise given that these booklets ( or at least the one I have recently renewed legitimately ) are not very sophisticated in any way and so open to fraudulent production as were passports in years past. Or is it due to lobbying from disappointed investors in "Driver Training Schools " that have not experienced any lucrative stampede of compliance minded expats ? One that I drive past regularly rarely has any activity and weeds are prolifically invading the tracks. IDP's are nominally valid for 1 year from date of purchase but only 3 months recognition from date of last entry in(to) Thailand. So that validity was always intended for tourist drivers on maximum duration of "tourist " stay. Various methods for extension of stay as a tourist have created some conflicts. My experience in requested presentation of IDP and origin country Driving Licence usually results in confusion at the IDP and sometimes enthusiastic discussion about origin country. In many years since I have had two attempts at declining validity of my IDP . One was simply a denial due to ignorance and the other an attempt to invalidate on the grounds it had no Thai translation page. That latter one was resolved by indicating the "International" title which gained a laughing dismissal of the request for Bht 100 and a wave to proceed. The former was resolved after a quick reference to a senior which resulted in a sulky wave of dismissal . But in serious contemplation of real risk impact of foreign drivers from the US and Europe who drive on the opposite side of the road to Thai I do have some sympathy to the move ! -
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Report Danish Man Disappears Amid Extortion Fears in Southern Thailand
You really woke up, looked at a missing person’s story, and thought “Yeah, lemme roast this guy’s haircut.” What the actual f*** is wrong with you? Imagine being so far up your own ass that you think you're qualified to diagnose someone’s mental state based on a photo. You’re not clever, you’re not insightful, you’re just a crusty old simp running his mouth for attention. Please sit your judgmental, washed-up ass down. Nobody asked for your low-effort psychoanalysis or your boomer-level hot takes. The fact that someone went missing doesn’t even register with you—you just saw a chance to feel superior for five seconds on the internet. Pathetic. People like you, the ones I’ve met in real life, are among the most pitiful I've ever come across. You probably enjoy the smell of your own fart. -
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JAPAN - Prof dr Yasufumi MURAKAMI: "The more doses you get, the sooner you’re likely to die"
In your nightmare scenario of 95% mortality there won't be enough time or genius left to find a “cure“ If it spreads at the speed of science like the "Covid" did.
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