THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 13 June 2023

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In a heart warming act of kindness, a Pattaya Win driver returned a lost purse to a woman who dropped it while attending the Pattaya Pride Community event on June 10th.

 

Pattaya Taxi Driver Returns Purse to Woman During Pattaya Community Pride Event

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297691-pattaya-taxi-driver-returns-purse-to-woman-during-pattaya-community-pride-event/

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More Drama Between Rival Taxi Drivers in Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A local taxi driver allegedly attacked and jumped onto a mobile application taxi car with a foreign passenger inside in the Thalang district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297722-more-drama-between-rival-taxi-drivers-in-phuket/

 

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Biggest criminal case in Thai history to be finalised, on Friday, against suspected serial killer 
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Suspected Thai serial killer Ms Sararat Rangsiwutthaporn has been dubbed Am Cyanide by Thai media after she was arrested in connection with serial instances of poisoning by cyanide. It is at the heart of the country’s biggest-ever criminal probe, with 80 or more charges to be filed against the woman with prosecutors on Friday. Ms Sararat is a prisoner at Bangkok’s Central Women’s Correctional Institution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297702-thai-cyanide-serial-killer-big-joke-hands-over-case-reports/?do=findComment&comment=18141154

 

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Power Worker Who Shrugged Off Wife’s Hunch Electrocuted To Death
by TNR Staff

 

The spot where the Provincial Electricity Authority employee was electrocuted to death cordoned off. Photo: Matichon

 

THE WIFE of an employee of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) wept when told that her husband had died upon being electrocuted while repairing a power pole in Chainat province especially since she had a hunch of danger and had urged him to take a day off but he refused to do so, Matichon newspaper said this afternoon (June 12).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297723-power-worker-who-shrugged-off-wife’s-hunch-electrocuted-to-death/

 

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Move Forward To Take Legal Action Against Forgers Of Twisted ITV Report

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat with ITV logo in the background. Photo: Matichon Weekly

 

THE MOVE FORWARD will definitely take legal action against those who may have been involved in the alleged doctoring of minutes of an ITV shareholders meeting with mere intent to keep Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat from taking the helm of government.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297667-discrepancies-in-itv-shareholder-meeting-records-blow-pita-shareholding-case-wide-open/?do=findComment&comment=18141160

 

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No rain forecast for most of Thailand in July

 

 

Despite the fact that it is now the rainy season in Thailand, no rain is forecast for most of July, returning in August. The Royal Irrigation Department has instructed its officials to adjust their water management plans to ensure optimum use of water and to maintain as much as possible in the reservoirs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297724-no-rain-forecast-for-most-of-thailand-in-july/

 

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Chuwit Slams 'Fashionable' Policewoman's Lavish Lifestyle

 

 

Once again, Chuwit Kamolvisit, the infamous former politician and scandal whistleblower, is back in the spotlight.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297727-chuwit-slams-fashionable-policewomans-lavish-lifestyle/

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Near-Death Moment: Student's Dangerous Road Crossing Incident Sparks Safety Concerns

 

Picture: 77kaoded

 

SA KAEO-- A harrowing event unfolded on Sa Kaeo-Chanthaburi Road, route 317, which was captured on a dashcam and subsequently shared on Facebook by Wachira Sutharos, a teacher from Ban Phra Ploeng School, Sa Kaeo province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297732-near-death-moment-students-dangerous-road-crossing-incident-sparks-safety-concerns/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 13 June 2023
 

 

Security departments are investigating a group of activists calling for a public referendum on the establishment of an independent, Muslim "Patani State" in the South. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297748-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-13-june-2023/

 

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Hat Yai Road Crash: Village Volunteer Killed, One Critically Injured

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

A fatal accident occurred in Hat Yai, Songkhla Province, when a pickup truck collided with a motorcycle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297756-hat-yai-road-crash-village-volunteer-killed-one-critically-injured/

 

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BMA Denies Involvement in Wheelchair Sign Placement, Amid Frequent Sidewalk Parking Violations
 

Picture: Daily News

 

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) spokesperson Aekwaranyoo Amrapal has clarified that the city was not responsible for the placement of a sign instructing wheelchair users to utilize roads.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297758-bma-denies-involvement-in-wheelchair sign-placement-amid-frequent-sidewalk-parking-violations/

 

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Taxi Driver Nabbed for Theft: Japanese Businessman Grateful for Recovery of Assets Worth 1.2M baht

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Law enforcement officers of the Bang Khun Thian Police Station arrested a notorious taxi driver accused of stealing from passengers while they were asleep. The most recent victim, a Japanese businessman, was relieved to have his stolen property returned and praised the police's quick action.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297759-taxi-driver-nabbed-for-theft-japanese-businessman-grateful-for-recovery-of-assets-worth-12m-baht/

 

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Thailand starts exporting cooked duck meat to Australia
by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand has started exporting cooked duck meat products to Australia after 7 years of negotiations. The first 20 tons were shipped out of Thailand today, with some 1,200 tons of cooked duck meat expected to go to Australia in the first calendar year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297761-thailand-starts-exporting-cooked-duck-meat-to-australia/

 

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British expat’s 1,050km charity walk aims to raise 1M baht for abused children
Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

James Lee Valentine, a 59 year old British expat, has demonstrated the power of determination and charity by completing a 1,050km walk from Pattaya to Phuket in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297762-british-expat’s-1050km-charity-walk-aims-to-raise-1m-baht-for-abused-children/

 

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The legal pitfalls on Pita’s path to the premiership

 

 

The Election Commission (EC) has dismissed on technical grounds petitions filed against Pita Limjaroenrat, leader and prime ministerial candidate of the Move Forward Party, regarding his qualification to contest the May 14 election. But the agency is going ahead with its inquiry to determine if Pita sought to run despite knowing he was not qualified.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297764-the-legal-pitfalls-on-pita’s-path-to-the-premiership/

 

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Thailand News - Plot to topple Pita, tourist arrivals softening : Tim Newton Today - June 13

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297765-thailand-news-plot-to-topple-pita-tourist-arrivals-softening-tim-newton-today-june-13/

 

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Chiang Mai police arrest gang after fatal stabbing at traditional dance event
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo via flickr

 

Police in San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai province, have apprehended all four suspects involved in a brutal attack that left a 16 year old boy killed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297766-chiang-mai-police-arrest-gang-after-fatal-stabbing-at-traditional-dance-event/

 

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Sand and screens: Pattaya Film Festival makes waves with free beachfront cinema
by Petch Petpailin

The leading actress, Pitchanart Sakhakorn, from Thai movie named Sai Lor Fah or Pattaya Maniac. | Photo via Pattaya FILM Festival

 

The Pattaya Film Festival 2023 is set to captivate cinephiles with its unique offering of free entry to watch movies on Pattaya Beach from June 16 to 19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297768-sand-and-screens-pattaya-film-festival-makes-waves-with-free-beachfront-cinema/

 

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Economy will be the first casualty of rising political uncertainty

 

 

The latest action of Thailand’s Election Commission (EC) to investigate the main prime minister hopeful has heightened political uncertainty in the country with the potential to hurt market sentiment, according to academics and businessmen. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297769-economy-will-be-the-first-casualty-of-rising-political-uncertainty/

 

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Thailand investigates activists seeking Muslim Patani State referendum
by Mitch Connor

 

Townsquare in Sai Buri, Patani. Photo | Youtube snap.

 

Security agencies in Thailand are investigating a group of activists advocating for a public referendum on the creation of an independent Muslim “Patani State” in the country’s southern region.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297770-thailand-investigates-activists-seeking-muslim-patani-state-referendum/

 

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Couple killed in crash, family seeks refund of 150,000 baht from land scam for daughter
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo by Khaosod.

 

A tragic road accident claimed the lives of a couple who had been scammed into purchasing a plot of land without proper documentation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297772-couple-killed-in-crash-family-seeks-refund-of-150000-baht-from-land-scam-for-daughter/

 

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Parking pandemonium: Thai woman seeks payment from Bangkok mall after car calamity
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Ployjiw Kitiyaporn

 

A Thai woman demanded a renowned shopping mall in Bangkok to compensate her after her car was smashed and her belongings were stolen at the mall’s car park on Sunday, June 11.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297773-parking-pandemonium-thai-woman-seeks-payment-from-bangkok-mall-after-car-calamity/

 

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Udon Thani clothing traders fall victim to 1.3 million baht online share scheme fraud
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: Khaosod Online

 

Clothing traders in Udon Thani reported a 38 year old woman known as ‘Som Priao‘ for defrauding over 30 people in an online share scheme and escaping with 1.3 million baht (US$37,700).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297774-udon-thani-clothing-traders-fall-victim-to-13-million-baht-online-share-scheme-fraud/

 

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Nong Bua Lamphu school lets staff and pupils dress according to their gender identity

 

 

Sriboonruang Wittayakarn School, in Thailand’s north-eastern province of Nong Bua Lamphu, appears to be the first school in the province to allow their teachers and students to wear clothes in accordance with their gender identity.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297775-nong-bua-lamphu-school-lets-staff-and-pupils-dress-according-to-their-gender-identity/

 

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Thai police chief revamps recruitment after promotion scandal
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In response to concerns over the rapid promotion of a young female police officer and the involvement of high-profile individuals and celebrities in the commissioned officer application process, Thailand’s national police chief, General Damrongsak Kittiprapas, has ordered amendments to the recruitment procedure.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297776-thai-police-chief-revamps-recruitment-after-promotion-scandal/

 

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NACC warns over 100 MPs yet to submit wealth declaration
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Shutterstock

 

According to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), over 100 current and former MPs, including Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat, have not yet submitted their wealth declaration following the House dissolution in March, as mandated by law.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297777-nacc-warns-over-100-mps-yet-to-submit-wealth-declaration/

 

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Indian man caught with 200kg of animal parts at Suvarnabhumi airport
 

Photo from the Department of Livestock Development

An Indian national was arrested at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi international airport on Tuesday morning for attempting to smuggle about 200kg of animal parts into Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297780-indian-man-caught-with-200kg-of-animal-parts-at-suvarnabhumi-airport/

 

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Thai economy set for boost as tourism and domestic consumption surge
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo Courtesy of Flickr (Kenny Teo)

 

The Thai economy is predicted to experience a boost in the second half of the year, driven by a surge in tourism and domestic consumption, according to the Economic Intelligence Service (EIS) of the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI). However, ongoing political instability remains a factor to watch.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297785-thai-economy-set-for-boost-as-tourism-and-domestic-consumption-surge/

 

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Additional documents relating to Pita’s iTV shareholding submitted to EC

 

 

Claiming that he is acting independently, but who is a member of the Palang Pracharath party, political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana submitted additional documents to the Election Commission (EC) today (Tuesday), relating to Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s share-holding in iTV.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297793-additional-documents-relating-to-pita’s-itv-shareholding-submitted-to-ec/

 

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Egg prices steady rising due to supply shortage and higher production costs

 

 

Egg prices in Thailand are steadily climbing and have been adjusted five times between January last year and May this year, due mainly to increased production costs and unusually hot weather, which results in fewer and smaller eggs being produced by laying hens.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297794-egg-prices-steady-rising-due-to-supply-shortage-and-higher-production-costs/