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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 6 May 2025
Outrageous Claims Slammed: Moken Kids 'Not Tourist Props' Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post Mu Koh Surin National Park has fiercely denied sensational claims that Moken children are being used for tourism. This follows Siranudh “Psi” Scott's viral Facebook post accusing park officers and local tour operators of exploiting children from the Moken community to entertain visitors. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1359838-outrageous-claims-slammed-moken-kids-not-tourist-props/ -
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Report Outrageous Claims Slammed: Moken Kids 'Not Tourist Props'
Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post Mu Koh Surin National Park has fiercely denied sensational claims that Moken children are being used for tourism. This follows Siranudh “Psi” Scott's viral Facebook post accusing park officers and local tour operators of exploiting children from the Moken community to entertain visitors. Park Chief Kriangkrai Phaocharoen promptly dismissed these allegations. On Sunday, he clarified that only adults are employed by the park, earning between 200-250 Thai Baht daily for a five-hour shift, complete with meals. Children observed alongside these workers were simply accompanying family members, not employed to work, according to the official statement. As for claims that Moken boys were coerced into posing shirtless with female tourists, Kriangkrai emphatically denied this too. He explained that any shirtlessness seen is simply part of the local lifestyle, without any sinister or exploitative motives behind it. Conservationist Siranudh’s original post also described the Moken’s living circumstances as dire, suggesting a persistent lack of education and rampant child labour. Contrary to these assertions, park representatives highlighted advancements in the island's infrastructure, pointing out that the Moken community now resides in a more permanent settlement with established education and healthcare services available to them. The park’s firm rebuttal aimed to reassure both local residents and potential tourists that the allegations made against its operations with the Moken community are entirely unsubstantiated. The chief’s statement seeks to put minds at ease, maintaining that the welfare and dignity of the Moken people are priorities. Despite the park's reassurances, this debate underscores the growing tensions and concerns over indigenous communities and tourism activities. It highlights the broader challenge of balancing tourism with cultural sensitivity and respect for local traditions. In conclusion, while Siranudh’s allegations brought intense scrutiny to the park's employment of Moken individuals, the Mu Koh Surin National Park maintains its innocence, affirming that its practices are fair and respectful of all individuals involved. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-06 -
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Angie Ubosot RIP
Funeral and Cremation Ceremony Schedule Mrs. Angela Annette AHERN at the Merit-Making Pavilion, Wat Doi Phra Bat, Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai, Thailand 📍 View location on Google Maps Tuesday, 6 May 2025 🕑 2:00 PM – Body placement and merit-making ceremony 🕖 7:00 PM – Evening prayer service (Abhidhamma chanting) Wednesday, 7 May 2025 🕘 10:00 AM – Religious ceremony 🕛 12:00 PM – Lunch for all attendees 🕐 1:00 PM – Procession to the crematorium 🕜 1:30 PM – Cremation ceremony 🕔 5:00 PM – Wake at Janpha Cottage (Angie’s home) – a gathering in Australian tradition for family and friends to remember Angie, share stories, and offer support in an informal setting Friday, 9 May 2025 🕔 5:00 PM – Ash spreading ceremony at Chiang Rai Beach (led by Mandy) 🙏 Friends are warmly welcome to attend any or all of the events to honor Angie’s life and memory. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 6 May 2025
American Tourist Held in Phuket for ADHD Drug Possession Photo courtesy of Kamala police station via Bangkok Post A holiday in paradise took a wrong turn for a 27-year-old American tourist in sunny Phuket, Thailand, as he was nabbed by local authorities for carrying five pills of a controlled substance. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1359836-american-tourist-held-in-phuket-for-adhd-drug-possession/ -
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Report American Tourist Held in Phuket for ADHD Drug Possession
Photo courtesy of Kamala police station via Bangkok Post A holiday in paradise took a wrong turn for a 27-year-old American tourist in sunny Phuket, Thailand, as he was nabbed by local authorities for carrying five pills of a controlled substance. On Sunday, Kamala police stopped him while he was riding a motorcycle with no licence plate in the Kathu district. Upon inspection, the officers discovered methyphenidate pills hidden in the man's shoulder bag. This medical drug, commonly used for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is closely regulated under Thai law. It falls into the Category 2 list of psychotropic substances, meaning production, use, import, and export are intensely monitored and require specific authorisation by the Ministry of Public Health. The tourist, without any such permission, was promptly charged with illegal possession of a psychotropic substance. Methyphenidate is often prescribed to manage ADHD; however, the abuse potential is alarmingly high, according to Thailand's Food and Drug Administration's Narcotics Control Division. This classification reflects an international effort to monitor and control its distribution strictly. In Thailand, its control is especially tight, pointing to zero tolerance for non-compliance. The arrest underscores the importance of understanding local laws, especially for substances controlled globally but regulated differently at the national level. The ongoing investigation will determine any further legal implications for the traveller. As this case highlights, tourists must weigh local regulations heavily when travelling, especially regarding medications. Violating such laws, knowingly or unknowingly, can result in severe consequences, ranging from fines to imprisonment. Meanwhile, Phuket continues to welcome global visitors, reminding everyone to tread carefully when it comes to prescription drugs. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-06
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