THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 14 June 2023

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Water levels in Thailand’s major reservoirs are critically low

 

 

The amount of water in Thailand’s major reservoirs is critically low, with only 13.789 billion cubic metres, out of a combined total of 37.323 billion cubic metres (19%), usable for consumption, agriculture and the protection of the ecological system, according to the National Water and Climate Data Centre.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297879-water-levels-in-thailand’s-major-reservoirs-are-critically-low/

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Pictures of school lunches spark social media outrage

 

 

Photos of school lunches, which look more like leftovers, have sparked outrage on social media in Thailand, once again raising questions over the quality of lunch menus in Thai schools.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297880-pictures-of-school-lunches-spark-social-media-outrage/

 

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AWC gives free admission tickets to “Disney100 Village at Asiatique” to BMA Kids

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - AWC gives free admission tickets to “Disney100 Village at Asiatique” to Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, worth about 3.6 million Baht, sharing happiness and promoting creativity by leading 1,500 students from BMA-run schools on field trips. Inviting schools across Thailand to arrange field trips to experience Disney, while fostering youth imagination.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297882-awc-gives-free-admission-tickets-to-“disney100-village-at-asiatique”-to-bma-kids/

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TAT “Shopping Challenge” Kicks Off Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2023

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has organized its “Shopping Challenge” to kick off the opening of Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2023.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297883-tat-“shopping-challenge”-kicks-off-amazing-thailand-grand-sale-2023/

 

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Phuket Medical Hub Sets Sail for New Frontiers of Wellness

 

A Hindu Ramayana giant statue dons a face mask to remind passengers to keep COVID-19 precautions at Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Source: Nelson Antoine / Shutterstock.com

 

A superb holiday getaway with state-of-the-art medical services? Thailand’s southern province of Phuket, “where health is wealth,” is renowned for its holistic approach to wellness. Its robust medical & wellness industry has caught the eye of policymakers, and Thailand has moved to position the tourist destination as a world-class medical hub.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297885-phuket-medical-hub-sets-sail-for-new-frontiers-of-wellness/

 

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Thailand, Japan Collaborate on Clinical Cancer Research

 

 

BANGKOK, June 14 (TNA) – The National Cancer Institutes of Thailand and Japan signed a collaboration agreement on the clinical researches and exchange of treatment experience to suppress cancel cell growth.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297887-thailand-japan-collaborate-on-clinical-cancer-research/

 

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Thai Army Concerned About Students Organizing Secession Vote in South Thailand

 

 

The commander of the 4th Army Region has expressed concern over young people in Southern Thailand potentially being manipulated for political purposes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297890-thai-army-concerned-about-students-organizing-secession-vote-in-south-thailand/

 

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Five People Injured , Including Foreign Tourists, After Minivan Crash in Phatthalung

 

PHOTO: 77kaoded

 

Three foreigners and two Thais have sustained injuries after a passenger van heading to Krabi crashed in Phatthalung.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297892-five-people-injured-including-foreign-tourists-after-minivan-crash-in-phatthalung/

 

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Neighbour arrested for murder after 3 year old girl found dead in Narathiwat pond

 

Picture courtesy of นราธิวาส มีดี Facenook

 

A village man has been arrested for allegedly abducting, assaulting, and killing a three year old girl in Narathiwat.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297893-neighbour-arrested-for-murder-after-3-year-old-girl-found-dead-in-narathiwat-pond/

 

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Southern Thailand youth risk manipulation for political agendas

 

Picture courtesy of Patanian Student Movement - Pelajar Bangsa Facebook

 

In Southern Thailand, concerns have been raised over the potential manipulation of young people for political purposes by certain groups. This follows a recent event organised by the Pelajar Bangsa “national student movement” where a controversial public vote on a potential separation from Thailand took place. The 4th Army Region has strongly condemned this move, calling it a threat to national unity and stability.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297894-southern-thailand-youth-risk-manipulation-for-political-agendas/

 

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Busted: Cops nab 89 suspects, seize drugs, weapons at party in South Thailand

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Police arrested 89 suspects at a drug party at a resort in the southern province of Pattalung yesterday. Several types of drugs and weapons were confiscated.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297895-busted-cops-nab-89-suspects-seize-drugs-weapons-at-party-in-south-thailand/

 

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Eeling lucky: Sausage seller reels in twin albino eels, locals hooked on fortune

 

PHOTO: Sanook

 

Two albino eels caught within two days by a sausage seller have captured the attention of residents, who believe the eels are bringing good fortune. The fortunate fisherman also found lottery success in the last draw.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297896-eeling-lucky-sausage-seller-reels-in-twin-albino-eels-locals-hooked-on-fortune/

 

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Thai government weighs extending diesel excise tax cut beyond July

 

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

 

The Thai government is considering extending the excise tax cut on diesel, which is set to expire on July 20. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha directed the Finance Ministry and other relevant agencies to evaluate the feasibility of prolonging the tax reduction.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297897-thai-government-weighs-extending-diesel-excise-tax-cut-beyond-july/

 

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Thai Cabinet supports Ethanol Bioplastic for eco-friendly transition

 

Ethanol Plant, Courtesy of Flickr

 

The Thai Cabinet has given the green light for the promotion of ethanol in the production of bioplastics, aiming to develop more eco-friendly materials, according to government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri. This decision supports the ethanol bioplastic manufacturing industry with tax exemptions for bioethylene, a key precursor in bioplastic pellet production.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297899-thai-cabinet-supports-ethanol-bioplastic-for-eco-friendly-transition/

 

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Thai interest rates raised to 2% by BoT amid core inflation worries

 

Photo Courtesy of Bank of Thailand, Facebook

 

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Thailand (BoT) anticipates ongoing economic growth with some potential risks, as evidenced by their decision to increase the key Thai interest rates for the sixth consecutive meeting, according to the minutes released recently.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297900-thai-interest-rates-raised-to-2-by-bot-amid-core-inflation-worries/

 

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El Niño threatens Thai agriculture with 5% rainfall drop and water shortages

 

Picture courtesy of jcomp, Freepik

 

The El Niño weather pattern’s impact on Thailand is becoming more apparent, with hot and dry conditions persisting despite the rainy season’s official commencement on May 22. The Meteorological Department has announced that this year’s total rainfall will be approximately 5% lower than the annual average, leading to potential water shortages and prolonged dry spells.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297901-el-niño-threatens-thai-agriculture-with-5-rainfall-drop-and-water-shortages/

 

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Phallic procession invokes divine showers: Thai residents parade huge wooden penis to summon rain gods

 

Photo via Facebook/ สำนักข่าวกาญจน์ - Kanchanaburi News

 

Residents in the central province of Kanchanaburi took part in a ritual with an enormous wooden sculpture of a penis to invoke rain and paraded it around the community while praying to Devas, also known as Buddhism angels.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297902-phallic-procession-invokes-divine-showers-thai-residents-parade-huge-wooden-penis-to-summon-rain-gods/

 

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Thai folk legend Pumpuang Duangjan’s anniversary sparks lottery frenzy

 

PHOTO: Facebook/พุ่มพวง ดวงจันทร์

 

Luck favours the bold! On the 31st anniversary of the singer Pumpuang Duangjan’s passing, her legion of devoted followers planned to enter the lottery in the hopes of winning her blessings.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297904-thai-folk-legend-pumpuang-duangjan’s-anniversary-sparks-lottery-frenzy/

 

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Thai outbound travel surges as Asian flight capacities increase

 

Photo Courtesy of Azlan Hashim (Flickr)

 

The Thai outbound travel market is experiencing fierce competition among Asian countries, as flight capacities have increased compared to last year. The Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA) anticipates that the Thai outbound market could recover to half of the 11.2 million departures in 2019, prior to the pandemic, due to stronger flight frequencies in Asia.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297905-thai-outbound-travel-surges-as-asian-flight-capacities-increase/

 

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Royal Thai Air Force defends 50 million South Korean guidance kit acquisition

 

Photo courtesy of Norbert Schmidt (Flickr)

 

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) yesterday defended its purchase of guidance-extended range kits from South Korea, worth 50 million baht, asserting that the acquisition adheres to regulations. RTAF spokesperson AVM Prapas Sornchaidee explained that the kits will be utilised with 500-pound air-dropped bombs to improve the air force’s long-range air strike capabilities, in line with the country’s defence preparation plan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297906-royal-thai-air-force-defends-50-million-south-korean-guidance-kit-acquisition/

 

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Thai elephant’s fate hangs on flight fitness decision

 

Picture courtesy of Backbone MCOT Facebook

 

The fate of an ailing Thai elephant residing in Sri Lanka will be determined on June 28, as the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment decides if the animal is fit enough to endure a six-hour flight to Chiang Mai. Minister Varawut Silpa-archa explained that a Thai caretaker team, consisting of veterinarians and two mahouts, has been preparing the elephant for its potential journey since its arrival in Sri Lanka on June 9.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297908-thai-elephant’s-fate-hangs-on-flight-fitness-decision/

 

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Motorcyclist injured in accident near notorious Phuket black spot

 

Picture courtesy of The Phuket News

 

A motorcyclist is recovering at Thalang Hospital after a crash with a pickup truck outside Tha Ruea Shrine, Phuket earlier today. The woman, 28 year old Soolfa Taemtophol from Kamala, sustained a facial cut and several abrasions on her body. Following initial reports, care providers and local law enforcement responded just before 11am, finding the motorcyclist injured on Thepkrasattri Road in Srisoonthorn, south of Heroines Monument.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297909-motorcyclist-injured-in-accident-near-notorious-phuket-black-spot/

 

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Neo Pattaya project revitalises Old Town Naklua with multimillion-baht budget

 

Photo by The Pattaya News.

 

Pattaya’s deputy mayor, Manoch Nongyai, yesterday oversaw a restoration project at Chalerm Phrakiat Public Park in Old Town Naklua. The initiative is part of the larger Neo Pattaya project, which aims to transform Pattaya into a central hub for commerce and tourism within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) zone. This ambitious endeavour is supported by a multimillion-baht budget, and authorities hope to revitalise Old Town Naklua by highlighting its rich cultural heritage, traditions, and natural beauty through seven sub-projects.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297910-neo-pattaya-project-revitalises-old-town-naklua-with-multimillion-baht-budget/

 

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Tragic love triangle ends in fatal shooting: Jealous Thai woman admits accidental killing of boyfriend in Bangkok

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวด่วนไทยรัฐ

 

A jealous Thai woman fatally shot her boyfriend at a condominium in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Initially denying the murder, the woman later confessed that the shooting was an unintended consequence of a heated argument.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297911-tragic-love-triangle-ends-in-fatal-shooting-jealous-thai-woman-admits-accidental-killing-of-boyfriend-in-bangkok/

 

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Alleged Thai employee of call centre gang in Cambodia arrested in Chon Buri

 

 

Cybercrime task force officers, in Si Racha district of Chon Buri, arrested a Chiang Rai man on Tuesday. The individual is alleged to be the right-hand man of a Chinese call centre scam gang leader in Cambodia’s Koh Kong province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297917-alleged-thai-employee-of-call-centre-gang-in-cambodia-arrested-in-chon-buri/

 

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Pattaya officials discuss opening Dongtan Beach Road to 24-hour vehicle access

 

Photo Courtesy of Urasin Khantaraphan, Pattaya Mail

 

In Pattaya, a recent meeting took place to discuss the possibility of opening Dongtan Beach Road to vehicle traffic 24 hours a day. This road, which connects Jomtien Beach to Pratumnak Soi 5, has been closed to traffic overnight for quite some time. However, due to significant growth in the area over the past year, particularly in the number of businesses around Pratumnak Soi 5, city officials believe it is time to lift the overnight ban and allow vehicles to access the road at all hours.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297918-pattaya-officials-discuss-opening-dongtan-beach-road-to-24-hour-vehicle-access/

 

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Reality show ‘Keep Running’ to boost Chinese tourism to Pattaya, mayor says

 

Photo courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

In Pattaya, over the past few days, crowds of excited fans and camera crews have been spotted at various locations, such as Grande Centre Point Space Hotel and the World’s Largest 7-eleven in South Pattaya. The reason behind this excitement is the filming of episodes for the popular Chinese reality and variety show “Keep Running.” The show features famous Chinese stars participating in various challenges and skits, attracting a large following with the aim to boost Pattaya tourism.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297919-reality-show-‘keep-running’-to-boost-chinese-tourism-to-pattaya-mayor-says/

 

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Thailand’s first tokamak device for fusion energy research to begin operating in July

 

 

Thailand’s first tokamak device is ready to start operations for fusion energy research in July, after a successful trial on April 21st, according to Thailand’s Institute of Nuclear Technology (TINT).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297920-thailand’s-first-tokamak-device-for-fusion-energy-research-to-begin-operating-in-july/

 

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Thai man trapped in a crooked web of deceit seeks media help after being swindled by cunning con artist

 

Photo via Channel 3

 

A Thai man sought help from a Thai media agency to highlight his plight after falling victim to a crooked Thai woman who spun a web of deceit and swindled over 300,000 baht from him. It was later discovered he wasn’t her only victim and that she had also deceived numerous men by manipulating romantic relationships.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297922-thai-man-trapped-in-a-crooked-web-of-deceit-seeks-media-help-after-being-swindled-by-cunning-con-artist/

 

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