THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 14 June 2023

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The unsightly mess of electrical wires above Pattaya Walking Street are finally being dismantled in response to completion of an underground cable installation project.

 

Pattaya is Finally Removing Unsightly Electrical Wires off Walking Street

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297797-pattaya-is-finally-removing-unsightly-electrical-wires-off-walking-street/

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Move Forward leader vows to fight all attempts to stop him becoming prime minister

 

 

Embattled Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat said today (Tuesday) he is confident he will be able to clear himself with the Election Commission (EC) over the iTV shareholding, as relates to his electoral candidacy, and is ready to fight any bad faith attempt to stop him from becoming Thailand’s next prime minister.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297821-move-forward-leader-vows-to-fight-all-attempts-to-stop-him-becoming-prime-minister/

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Prawit Denies Involvement In Anti-Pita Conspiracy
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan. Photo: Thai Rath

 

PALANG PRACHARATH LEADER Prawit Wongsuwan today (June 13) categorically denied he might possibly have been connected with an alleged conspiracy against Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297824-prawit-denies-involvement-in-anti-pita-conspiracy/

 

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Indian Tourist Drowns in Pattaya Hotel Swimming Pool
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-A 44-year-old Indian tourist drowned in a hotel swimming pool last night, June 13th, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297825-indian-tourist-drowns-in-pattaya-hotel-swimming-pool/

 

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Pattaya to Open Dongtan Beach Road to Traffic 24-hours a Day
By Adam

 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-Pattaya City held a meeting yesterday, June 13th, 2023, to discuss a plan to open up Dongtan Beach Road, connecting Jomtien Beach to Pratumnak Soi 5, 24-hours a day to vehicle traffic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297826-pattaya-to-open-dongtan-beach-road-to-traffic-24-hours-a-day/

 

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Russian Motorbike Rider Dies After Colliding With Truck in Chonburi, Music May Have Distracted Rider
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV

Chonburi – A Russian motorbike rider died after he collided his motorbike with a truck in Mueang Chonburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297827-russian-motorbike-rider-dies-after-colliding-with-truck-in-chonburi-music-may-have-distracted-rider/

 

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Belgian Man Shoots and Kills Himself at Public Shooting Range in Phuket  
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Rawai – A Belgian man has shot himself to death at a shooting range in Rawai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297829-belgian-man-shoots-and-kills-himself-at-public-shooting-range-in-phuket/

 

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A Truly Spectacular Evening

 

 

Organized by philanthropist company, Kula, founded by Kanokewan Wuttithamrong, in cooperation with Music Director, Dr. Akkrawat Srinarong, along with event partners United Flour Mill PCL and KIS International School, the “A Night to Remember” Charity Concert & Silent Auction recently held at the beautiful Aksra Theatre was a resounding success.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297830-a-truly-spectacular-evening/

 

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Beer Truck Overturns in Nakhon Pathom: Over 2,500 Cases Worth 1 Million Baht Lost
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Nakhon Pathom, Thailand - On June 13, 2023, traffic in Nakhon Pathom came to a halt when a beer-laden tractor-trailer overturned on the Malai Maen road near Nong Ngu Lueam village, causing widespread congestion and scattering its cargo across the carriageway.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297840-beer-truck-overturns-in-nakhon-pathom-over-2500-cases-worth-1-million-baht-lost/

 

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Social Media Confusion Over Alleged Alien Worker Unraveled; Turns Out to be a Thai National

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On June 13th, Major General Piyasak Toskul, the Commander of Division 1 of the Royal Thai Police, disclosed information about a situation that has been causing a stir on social media. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297841-social-media-confusion-over-alleged-alien-worker-unraveled-turns-out-to-be-a-thai-national/

 

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True Grit: The Inspiring Journey of Officer Um, Thailand’s Rising Female Forensic Detective

 

Picture: Sanook

 

In the midst of an influx of news throughout the past week surrounding the speedy promotion and ensuing drama of a female police officer, the TikTok user rawisaum, real name Officer Rawisara Srisamut, also known as "Officer Um," has shared her inspiring journey from a science student to a forensic detective at the age of 23, detailing her path from high school and beyond.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297842-true-grit-the-inspiring-journey-of-officer-um-thailand’s-rising-female-forensic-detective/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 14 June 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297844-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-14-june-2023/

 

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Bumrungrad Invests in Thailand's First Campus in Phuket to Build 150-Bed Boutique Hospital and Advanced Diagnostic Center
 

 

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Bumrungrad International Hospital has announced its plan to construct a 150-bed boutique hospital and advanced diagnostic center in Phuket, Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297846-bumrungrad-invests-in-thailands-first-campus-in-phuket-to-build-150-bed-boutique-hospital-and-advanced-diagnostic-center/

 

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Police Warn of Restaurant Scam: Fake Customers Demand Refunds for Incorrect Food Deliveries

 

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On June 14th, Pol. Lt. Col. Kitiphon Phatanachan, spokesperson of the Royal Thai Police, issued a warning to the public regarding a recent rise in fraudulent activities involving individuals posing as restaurant customers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297850-police-warn-of-restaurant-scam-fake-customers-demand-refunds-for-incorrect-food-deliveries/

 

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Governor Chadchart announces one-year work results

by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Yesterday (13 Jun) marks Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt’s one year in office. The governor has used the occasion to announce the results of his work, adding that he was looking to amend the law so Bangkok City Hall would have more power over tax collection.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297853-governor-chadchart-announces-one-year-work-results/

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Rank nepotism? Kor Or Sor fast-track for police promotion comes under scrutiny 

By Thai PBS World

 

 

The Royal Thai Police (RTP) has vowed to increase transparency and public confidence in its recruitment and promotion process after a young woman’s rapid promotion to the rank of police captain sparked intense public scrutiny. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297854-rank-nepotism-kor-or-sor-fast-track-for-police-promotion-comes-under-scrutiny/

 

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Thailand News - Phuket suffers viral outbreak, Thailand ‘not’ an LGBT paradise : Tim Newton Today - June 14

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297855-thailand-news-phuket-suffers-viral-outbreak-thailand-‘not’-an-lgbt-paradise-tim-newton-today-june-14/

 

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Newborn girl’s body found in Buriram rubbish heap, disabled man protects remains
Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: Sanook

A 60 year old man discovered the body of a newborn girl, estimated to be two days old, abandoned in a rubbish heap in a bag in Thailand’s Buriram province. The disoriented man, who has a speech disability, protected the body from flies until authorities arrived to investigate and recover the infant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297856-newborn-girl’s-body-found-in-buriram-rubbish-heap-disabled-man-protects-remains/

 

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Udon Thani man fatally stabs stepson over missing fighting cocks
by Nattapong Westwood
 

Photo by Khaosod.

 

A brutal crime unfolded in Udon Thani, Thailand after 56 year old Sanguanchai Srisith allegedly stabbed his 33 year old stepson to death in a fit of rage over the disappearance of two fighting cocks in their family home. The victim, Nookraisak Saikhao, was found lying lifeless in a pool of blood on his bed by his ex-wife, who immediately reported the incident to authorities. Sanguanchai, expressing his remorse after the incident, later surrendered himself to the police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297857-udon-thani-man-fatally-stabs-stepson-over-missing-fighting-cocks/

 

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Albino bullfrog with numeric marks found in Prachin Buri sparks local excitement
by Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: Sanook

 

A couple of days before the lottery draw, a woman in Prachin Buri province discovers an albino bullfrog with unique markings while mushroom picking, sparking intrigue and excitement among locals.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297859-albino-bullfrog-with-numeric-marks-found-in-prachin-buri-sparks-local-excitement/

 

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Academic expresses support for legalizing community-made alcoholic brews
by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Move Forward Party’s (MFP) policy to promote alcoholic beverage production by local makers across Thailand has gained immense interest, with people in various localities expressing interest in becoming producers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297861-academic-expresses-support-for-legalizing-community-made-alcoholic-brews/

 

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Surat Thani storm leaves durian farmers with over 6 million baht loss
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

Durian farmers in Surat Thani province are suffering immense losses as the storm knocked down more than 50 tonnes of unripe fruit, resulting in a financial setback of over 6 million baht (US$173,310).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297862-surat-thani-storm-leaves-durian-farmers-with-over-6-million-baht-loss/

 

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Thai coconut milk industry battles PETA’s monkey abuse claims
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo Courtesy of Stuart Croy (Flickr)

 

Thai coconut milk producers are calling on the government to swiftly hire a lobbyist to counteract allegations made by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) regarding the treatment of monkeys by local farmers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297863-thai-coconut-milk-industry-battles-peta’s-monkey-abuse-claims/

 

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Two Indian Tourists Allegedly Attacked by Group of Bar Workers on Walking Street in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A group of what appeared to be bar workers attacked two Indian tourists for unknown reasons at half an hour past midnight today, June 14th, at the entrance of Soi 16 and Walking Street.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297864-two-indian-tourists-allegedly-attacked-by-group-of-bar-workers-on-walking-street-in-pattaya/

 

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Speeding motorbike hits parked car, rider severely injured
by Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: Sanook

 

A parked car outside the owner’s home was hit by a speeding motorbike, leaving the bike’s rider severely injured. The incident occurred in the community of Sra Kaew, Nakhon Ratchasima province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297865-speeding-motorbike-hits-parked-car-rider-severely-injured/

 

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UPDATE: More than 6,000 Diarrhea Patients in Phuket, 70% Infected with Norovirus
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – More than 6,000 patients have been suffering from diarrhea in Phuket in a week after many of them have become infected with a Norovirus, said the Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297866-update-more-than-6000-diarrhea-patients-in-phuket-70-infected-with-norovirus/

 

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BAFS to build 1.2 billion baht oil pipeline linking Saraburi and Ang Thong
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of BAFS Group, Facebook

 

Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services Plc (BAFS) is set to construct a new 52-kilometre oil pipeline connecting Saraburi to Ang Thong, in a bid to enhance its trade in the northern region. The project, which is estimated to cost 1.2 billion baht, will facilitate oil transportation from the east to the north. BAFS is currently in discussions with Thai Petroleum Pipeline Co regarding the project.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297867-bafs-to-build-12-billion-baht-oil-pipeline-linking-saraburi-and-ang-thong/

 

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Teenage rider killed in brutal shooting near Bangkok, police pursue gunman
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A teenage motorcycle rider was fatally shot in a brutal attack in Bangkok, at around 6.30pm yesterday. Deputy Superintendent Suwat Deeplang of Nong Chok Police Station and his team are investigating the incident while pursuing the ruthless gunman responsible for the murder of the 19 year old.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297868-teenage-rider-killed-in-brutal-shooting-near-bangkok-police-pursue-gunman/

 

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Flash floods, overflows and mud slides forecast for nine provinces
 

 

Thailand’s National Water Command Centre has advised people living in low-lying areas, at the foot of mountains and near rivers in 22 districts of nine provinces to brace for flash floods, waterway overflows and mud slides, due to heavy rain expected in the next three days.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297869-flash-floods-overflows-and-mud-slides-forecast-for-nine-provinces/

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Governor Chadchart gives himself 5 out of 10 for his first year in office

 

 

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has given himself 5 out of 10 for his performance during his first year in office, saying that, of the 226 policies that were outlined during his election campaign, 211 have been implemented.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297853-governor-chadchart-announces-one-year-work-results/?do=findComment&comment=18144455