THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 22 June 2023

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OFFICIALS have started to gradually pack caretaker prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s personal belongings with some already moved to his residence, Naewna newspaper said today (June 21).

 

Prayut Starts Packing To Leave Govt House
by TNR Staff

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298581-prayut-starts-packing-to-leave-govt-house/

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Police participating in a staged pursuit for YouTube may face disciplinary action

 

 

About 30 police officers, who were hired by a well-known YouTuber to perform a staged pursuit in a deserted building, may face disciplinary action for failing to get prior permission from their superiors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298583-police-participating-in-a-staged-pursuit-for-youtube-may-face-disciplinary-action/

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House Ablaze After DIY E-Bike Short-Circuits While Being Charged
by TNR Staff 

Exercise equipment damaged by the fire. Photo: TV Channel 7

 

AN electric bike built by a young man in Chiang Rai short-circuited while being charged with this setting his house ablaze but firemen were able to put it out in 30 minutes, TV Channel 7 said today (June 21).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298584-house-ablaze-after-diy-e-bike-short-circuits-while-being-charged/

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Governor Narongsak dies of cancer at 58

 

  

Pathum Thani Governor Narongsak Osottanakorn, who was hailed for his role in coordinating the “Wild Boars” rescue operation in Chiang Rai over four years ago, has died after unsuccessful treatment for cancer, according to a senior official of the Interior Ministry.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298585-governor-narongsak-dies-of-cancer-at-58/

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Tiger warning issued after footprints found near communities in Yala

 

 

Villagers living near the edge of Bang Lang National Park in Tarnto district of Thailand’s southern province of Yala have been advised by park officials not to venture out on their farms after recent footprints of a tiger were found.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298586-tiger-warning-issued-after-footprints-found-near-communities-in-yala/

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Chonlanan Spurns Offers Of House Speaker Seat
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Pheu Thai leader Chonlanand Srikaew, right, and the party’s secretary-general  Prasert Chantararuangthong speaking to reporters. Photo: Matichon

 

PHEU THAI LEADER Chonlanan Srikaew today (June 21) said he will immediately spurn possible offers for him to assume the House Speaker seat.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298587-chonlanan-spurns-offers-of-house-speaker-seat/

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Move Forward Party member to step down over drink-driving charge
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The MP-elect resignation of Nateepat Kulsetthasith, a 46 year old Move Forward Party list member, confirmed that she will resign following her involvement in a drink-driving charge last month. However, she must first complete the required electoral procedures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298590-move-forward-party-member-to-step-down-over-drink-driving-charge/

 

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3 students hailed heroes after providing CPR to unconscious man in northern Thailand
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Thida Samerjai

 

Netizens hailed three Thai students as heroes after they provided CPR to a man who lost consciousness while walking along a road in northern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298591-3-students-hailed-heroes-after-providing-cpr-to-unconscious-man-in-northern-thailand/

 

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Laughing chickens bring joy and profit to Thai farm with their quirky crowing
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Unique laughing chickens in Trang are gaining popularity among farmers who are speedily breeding the novel birds for sale, creating an extra source of income. With a sound that resembles human laughter, the amusing birds are brightening people’s days and attracting eager customers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298592-laughing-chickens-bring-joy-and-profit-to-thai-farm-with-their-quirky-crowing/

 

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Thai economy stimulus: Government plans 1.9 trillion baht boost during government transition
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo Courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thailand’s National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) unveiled plans to inject 1.9 trillion baht into the Thai economy to bridge the gap before the new government can budget for the year 2024, emphasising fiscal reforms and monitoring household debt.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298593-thai-economy-stimulus-government-plans-19-trillion-baht-boost-during-government-transition/

 

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Formal opening of new Phetchaburi Immigration office in Cha Am
By Online Reporter 

 

 

The formal opening ceremony of the new Phetchaburi Immigration office in Cha Am took place on June 16.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298594-formal-opening-of-new-phetchaburi-immigration-office-in-cha-am/

 

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New PM in July a turning point for the Thai economy in 2023 which could still see 4% growth
by Joseph O' Connor

 

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam (right) has outlined a revised schedule which will see a new cabinet sworn in by July 21st. A Move Forward-led coalition aims to have Pita Limjaroenrat (centre) elected as the new Prime Minister at a joint sitting of parliament due on July 13th. Mr Pita’s election would boost the economy, according to Siam Commercial Bank economist Ms Thitima Chucherd (left), Director of the Economic Research Department and financial markets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298595-new-pm-in-july-a-turning-point-for-the-thai-economy-in-2023-which-could-still-see-4-growth/

 

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Pheu Thai Party PM Candidate Paetongtarn Infected With Covid-19
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Thailand – Pheu Thai Party PM candidate Paetongtarn ‘Ung Ing’ Shinawatra, the daughter of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, has been infected with COVID-19 for the second time.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298596-pheu-thai-party-pm-candidate-paetongtarn-infected-with-covid-19/

 

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Move Forward Party Wants to Restructure Thai Ministry of Digital Economy and Society
By Adam Judd

 

 

The Move Forward Party (MFP) has announced its intention to disband the Anti-Fake News Center and initiate a comprehensive restructuring of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society if it forms the next government.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298597-move-forward-party-wants-to-restructure-thai-ministry-of-digital-economy-and-society/

 

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Pattaya Residents Fed Up With Pushy Migrant Beggars
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya — Pattaya residents have had enough with migrant beggars, mostly Vietnamese, after they forcefully push flowers and candies to tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298598-pattaya-residents-fed-up-with-pushy-migrant-beggars/

 

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Tour Bus Hits Mentally Ill Homeless Man in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya — A homeless man, who has a history of mental illness, was crashed into by a tour bus in Pattaya after he appeared to deliberately walked in front of the vehicle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298599-tour-bus-hits-mentally-ill-homeless-man-in-pattaya/

 

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Congratulations to Serbia on winning the bid to host Specialised Expo 2027
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

It brings us great delight to announce that Serbia Belgrade has been selected as the host nation for the Specialised Expo under the theme “

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298600-congratulations-to-serbia-on-winning-the-bid-to-host-specialised-expo-2027/

 

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"Big Den" Counters Chuvit's Claims Linking Embezzlement Case to the Battle for New National Police Chief Position

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

At the National Police Office, Police General Damrong Sakditiparpas, the National Police Commissioner, addressed the case where Mr. Chuvit Kamonvisit, a former politician, alleged that the THB 140 million embezzlement case was a battle for the new National Police Chief position.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298601-big-den-counters-chuvits-claims-linking-embezzlement case-to-the-battle-for-new-national-police-chief-position/

 

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American Man Arrested for Overstaying Visa in Thailand's Satun Province

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The Immigration Bureau in Satun Province apprehended an American man for staying illegally in Thailand, overstaying his visa by 81 days.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298602-american-man-arrested-for-overstaying-visa-in-thailands-satun-province/

 

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Elderly Man in Monk-like Attire Found Intoxicated Outside Temple

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On June 21, 2023, an elderly man dressed similarly to a Buddhist monk, around 70 years of age, was found drunk and disoriented outside Itthapajayataram Temple in Phu Khae, Chaloem Phra Kiat district, Saraburi province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298603-elderly-man-in-monk-like-attire-found-intoxicated-outside-temple/

 

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Invasion of the City! Countless Insects Raid Homes, Spreading Unbearable Stench

 

Picture: Sanook

In a small house in Nakhon Ratchasima province, the inhabitants were besieged by a massive swarm of insects, numbering in the thousands.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298605-invasion-of-the-city-countless-insects-raid-homes-spreading-unbearable-stench/

 

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Pick-up truck crash on expressway kills two Cambodian workers and injures others
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: iStock

 

A pick-up truck crashed and flipped on the expressway, leading to the tragic deaths of two men and multiple injuries at around 11.30pm yesterday. Pol.Lt. Worachai Sukying of the Klong Luang Police Station in Pathum Thani province was alerted to the accident site, where victims were Cambodian migrant workers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298606-pick-up-truck-crash-on-expressway-kills-two-cambodian-workers-and-injures-others/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 22 June 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298607-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-22-june-2023/

 

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Trang pub denies assault allegations, blames intoxicated employee’s behaviour and files legal case
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: Khaosod

 

A popular pub in Trang province is refuting allegations that its security guards assaulted a 27 year old female staff member after she caused a scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298612-trang-pub-denies-assault-allegations-blames-intoxicated-employee’s-behaviour-and-files-legal-case/

 

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Thailand to reduce visa approval time for Chinese tourists
By Hoang Phong 

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Thailand has said it will halve the visa approval time for Chinese visitors to less than a week to ease travel from the world's largest outbound tourism market.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298614-thailand-to-reduce-visa-approval-time-for-chinese-tourists/

 

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High school girls arrested for stealing iPhones worth 17,800 baht in closed mall
by Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: Sanook

 

Two high school girls arrested for stealing mobile phones after hiding in a closed shopping mall. Yesterday, police in Buri Ram arrested two female high school students from a school in Mueang Buri Ram district as they were suspected of breaking into a mobile phone store in a well-known shopping mall.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298615-high-school-girls-arrested-for-stealing-iphones-worth-17800-baht-in-closed-mall/

 

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Soldier of deceit: Thai woman’s shocking revelation exposes husband’s camouflage of lies
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Channel 8 and ThaiRath

 

A Thai woman from Buriram province in the northeastern part of Thailand revealed to the media that her husband deceived her into thinking he was a soldier. She also discovered that three other women fell victim to the fake soldier.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298616-soldier-of-deceit-thai-woman’s-shocking-revelation-exposes-husband’s-camouflage-of-lies/

 

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Burmese Worker Perish as Trailer Truck Brake Failure Results in Fatal Impalement

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

A horrifying incident took place as three Burmese workers were seated on a steel beam atop a trailer truck, delivering supplies for a dam construction project.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298619-burmese-worker-perish-as-trailer-truck-brake-failure-results-in-fatal-impalement/

 

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Thailand News - Monorails for Pattaya, cave rescue Governor dies : Tim Newton Today - June 22

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298620-thailand-news-monorails-for-pattaya-cave-rescue-governor-dies-tim-newton-today-june-22/

 

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Man tragically dies in Ratchaburi after car slides into canal while resting
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Nat Nongphai Facebook.

 

A tragic accident occurred in Ratchaburi, where a 40 year old man lost his life after his car slid into a canal while he was resting.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298625-man-tragically-dies-in-ratchaburi-after-car-slides-into-canal-while-resting/