THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 1 June 2023

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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.

 

Tyson Fury in Bangkok for One Night Only!

 

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

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Chinese couple arrested in Bangkok as part of a crackdown on crypto money trading scams

 

 

Police from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) raided about 20 locations in Bangkok today (Wednesday), to crack down on a major crypto currency trading scam, which has allegedly cheated many investors out of billions baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296499-chinese-couple-arrested-in-bangkok-as-part-of-a-crackdown-on-crypto-money-trading-scams/

 

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Corruption watchdog should check the assets and bank accounts of all police commanders

 

 

The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) is urging the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to look retroactively into the wealth of every active and retired police commander, especially highway police commanders.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296500-corruption-watchdog-should-check-the-assets-and-bank-accounts-of-all-police-commanders/

 

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Delays in getting the new government in place could be damaging – Thai Chamber of Commerce

 

 

Any delay in getting the new government in place could damage the country, as the international community is watching closely, Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) said on Wednesday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296501-delays-in-getting-the-new-government-in-place-could-be-damaging-–-thai-chamber-of-commerce/

 

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“E-Ticket Queen” arrested

 

 

A woman, known among netizens as the “e-ticket queen”, has been arrested and charged with online fraud, after she allegedly sold fake e-tickets to major concerts in Thailand, including Blackpink’s ‘Born Pink World Tour Bangkok’.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296502-“e-ticket-queen”-arrested/

 

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Continuing contraction in Thailand’s exports a major challenge for new government – KRC

 

 

Thailand’s continuing export contraction, now in its seventh consecutive month, with April down by 7.6% year on year, will pose a real challenge for the new government, according to a forecast by the Kasikorn Research Centre (KRC).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296503-continuing-contraction-in-thailand’s-exports-a-major-challenge-for-new-government-–-krc/

 

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Sirikanya Viewed As ‘Most Suitable’ For Finance Minister: Pita
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

 

MOVE FORWARD LEADER Pita Limjaroenrat said today (May 31) Move Forward MP-designate Sirikanya Tansakul has been so far considered the “most suitable” person for the post of finance minister among all others.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296504-sirikanya-viewed-as-‘most-suitable’-for-finance-minister-pita/

 

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French Associations Jointly Launch New Bureau in Bangkok

 

 

BANGKOK,  (TNA) – A group of French associations led by Alliance Française Bangkok and Michelin Group have announced the opening of the new bureau early next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296506-french-associations-jointly-launch-new-bureau-in-bangkok/

 

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Bank of Thailand Raises Key Interest Rate

 

 

BANGKOK – The Bank of Thailand (BoT) raised its key policy rate by 0.25 percentage point from 1.75 to 2.00 percent, effective immediately.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296507-bank-of-thailand-raises-key-interest-rate/

 

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Thai parties push for Progressive Liquor Bill to boost local alcohol production
by Alex Morgan
 

Image via Unsplash

 

The Progressive Liquor Bill, which aims to create fairer rules for small and community-based alcohol producers in Thailand, resurfaced in public discussions after being mentioned in a memorandum of understanding signed by eight parties looking to form a coalition government. The bill, proposed by the Move Forward Party (MFP), narrowly lost approval in the House of Representatives last year by two votes.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296508-thai-parties-push-for-progressive-liquor-bill-to-boost-local-alcohol-production/

 

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Thai man saves python from cooking pot, offers it to monks
by Samantha Rose
 

Photo by Khaosod.

 

A Thai man saved a 3-metre long python from being cooked and decided to offer it to monks at the Kode Thim Tharam temple in the eastern Rayong province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296509-thai-man-saves-python-from-cooking-pot-offers-it-to-monks/

 

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Thai Marijuana tycoons ponder mixed messaging from the Move Forward-led coalition on the drug
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Newly established Thai marijuana tycoons in the fast-growing and profitable industry, licensed by the government, are worried. Last week, they got an assurance from Move Forward’s Deputy Leader Sirikanya Tansakul that their business concerns would not face closure in the decisive action the eight-party coalition has promised to take to rein in and control the cannabis free for all seen throughout Thailand driven by the illegal recreational use of the drug which is currently unrestricted by the Royal Thai Police due to a legal vacuum. All this may change when the drug is, again, listed as an illegal narcotic by the Ministry of Public Health.

Move Forward deputy leader has given an assurance to operators licenced by authorities in respect of marijuana or cannabis that their businesses will not be closed down by the new government’s promise to control the widespread use of the drug in public and again outlaw its recreational use.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296510-thai-marijuana-tycoons-ponder-mixed-messaging-from-the-move-forward-led-coalition-on-the-drug/

 

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Wanted Chinese Man Arrested in Pattaya, Accused of Major Call Center Scam
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Banglamung – A wanted Chinese man was arrested in the Pattaya area after he was allegedly involved in a call center network with hundreds of millions of baht of money laundering.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296511-wanted-chinese-man-arrested-in-pattaya-accused-of-major-call-center-scam/

 

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South Korean Man Arrested in Sattahip for Allegedly Being Involved with Illegal Drug Networks
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Sattahip – A wanted South Korean suspect was arrested in Sattahip for allegedly being involved in major illegal drugs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296512-south-korean-man-arrested-in-sattahip-for-allegedly-being-involved-with-illegal-drug-networks/

 

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Loan Shark Gang in Pattaya Threatens Reporter
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A reporter in Pattaya filed a complaint to police alleging he was threatened by a loan shark gang after he warned them not to litter loan flyers in front of his residence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296513-loan-shark-gang-in-pattaya-threatens-reporter/

 

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Pattaya Authorities Tear Down Buildings Found Guilty of Encroaching on Public Areas
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — Pattaya City officials began tearing down buildings in the Sukhawadee residential complex found guilty of encroaching on public land after years of fighting in court.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296514-pattaya-authorities-tear-down-buildings-found-guilty-of-encroaching-on-public-areas/

 

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Intoxicated Monks Defrocked in Nong Bua Lamphu
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Nong Bua Lamphu, northeast Thailand-Intoxicated monks in Mueang Nong Bua Lamphu tested positive with up to 300 milligrams percent of alcohol and have been defrocked. The monks allegedly also sold without permission many items belonging to the temple.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296515-intoxicated-monks-defrocked-in-nong-bua-lamphu/

 

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UPDATE: Australian Man Fined 10,000 Baht and Pays 40,000 Baht for Damages After Road Rage Incident in Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – An Australian man was fined 10,000 baht and paid 40,000 baht for damages after a road rage incident with a minivan in Wichit, Mueang Phuket. He also faced imprisonment for two months but he received suspension of his imprisonment sentence with one year probation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296516-update-australian-man-fined-10000-baht-and-pays-40000-baht-for-damages-after-road-rage-incident-in-phuket/

 

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Taxi Driver Injured after Car Crash in Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A taxi driver sustained injuries after his car crashed into a tree and a traffic sign on a central reservation in Thalang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296517-taxi-driver-injured-after-car-crash-in-phuket/

 

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Caretaker Govt Highlights Current Economic and Fiscal Management
by Paul Rujopakarn

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Caretaker Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha recently discussed the current economic situation and fiscal administration in Thailand during this week’s Cabinet meeting on Tuesday (May 30th).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296518-caretaker-govt-highlights-current-economic-and-fiscal-management/

 

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Online Shopping Horror: Woman Receives Broken Ceramic Cups Instead of Ordered iPad Mini

 

 

A woman from Udon Thani city was left speechless after an online order for an iPad Mini took an unexpected turn.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296521-online-shopping-horror-woman-receives-broken-ceramic-cups-instead-of-ordered-ipad-mini/

 

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Beauty Queen's Life Shattered by Autoimmune Disease: A Cautionary Tale

 

Former beauty queen from Chonburi reveals her life experiences, warning others to take care of their health and be cautious of developing the same condition. She fell ill with an autoimmune disease that destroyed her life.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296525-beauty-queens-life-shattered-by-autoimmune-disease-a-cautionary-tale/

 

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Sisaket Police Launch Investigation into Fatal Stabbing of Grade 2 Student at School

 

 

The police chief in Sisaket province has taken measures to ensure a fair investigation after a tragic incident occurred at a prominent secondary school.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296527-sisaket-police-launch-investigation-into-fatal-stabbing-of-grade-2-student-at-school/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 1 June 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296530-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-1-june-2023/

 

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Is Move Forward Party’s policy platform giving the markets the jitters?
 

 

Policy proposals to tackle monopoly and market dominance outlined by the new coalition expected to form the next government appears to have been given the cold shoulder by the stock market.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296532-is-move-forward-party’s-policy-platform-giving-the-markets-the-jitters/

 

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Horrific Van Crash: 4 Dead and 6 Injured in Fiery Accident

 

Picture: Thai Rath

In a terrifying incident, a van carrying foreign laborers overturned and burst into flames, resulting in 4 fatalities and 6 injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296535-horrific-van-crash-4-dead-and-6-injured-in-fiery-accident/

 

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Pheu Thai leader denies backroom deals: High-ranking Parliamentary roles still up for grabs
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo from Facebook

 

The Pheu Thai leader denies allocating high-ranking Parliamentary roles for his party, asserting that discussions are still ongoing to fill key positions. Despite rumours of potential nominees, Pheu Thai chief Chonlanan Srikaew maintains that no final decision has been made.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296540-pheu-thai-leader-denies-backroom-deals-high-ranking-parliamentary-roles-still-up-for-grabs/

 

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Phuket set to be a new model for food waste disposal

 

 

With the Phuket tourism industry well on the way to recovery and aiming to welcome 12 million tourist arrivals this year, the problem of food waste is seen as an increasingly critical issue. In an effort to reduce that waste, the Thai Organic Consumer Association (TOCA) is working with hotels in Phuket to initiate a food waste composting system, which is in line with the BCG (Bio-Circular-Green Economic Model).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296543-phuket-set-to-be-a-new-model-for-food-waste-disposal/

 

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Thai school conducts mass drug testing: Is it a violation of student rights?
by Tara Abhasaku

 

Photo by Khaosod.

 

A Thai school recently conducted a mass urine drug testing initiative for its entire student body, causing online debate as netizens clashed over whether this practice constituted a violation of the students’ rights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296545-thai-school-conducts-mass-drug-testing-is-it-a-violation-of-student-rights/

 

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2 Chinese arrested for international hybrid scam after searches on luxury homes in Prawet, Bangkok
by Namo Vananupong

 

   
BANGKOK (NNT) - The police have arrested two Chinese suspects who were allegedly involved in an international investment scam that has caused as much as 10 billion baht in damages worldwide. The arrests were made after a search of several luxury homes in Prawet district of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1296499-chinese-couple-arrested-in-bangkok-as-part-of-a-crackdown-on-crypto-money-trading-scams/?do=findComment&comment=18116580