THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 1 July 2023

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In an uplifting gesture of community unity, the Immigration Department of Phuket extended heartfelt appreciation to the 121 foreign nationals who donated blood at a special drive held at the Central Floresta shopping complex today.

 

Foreign nationals in Phuket donate blood amid Rh-negative shortage

 

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Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299362-foreign-nationals-in-phuket-donate-blood-amid-rh-negative-shortage/

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Another injured victim steps forward following escalator accident at Bangkok airport
by Petch Petpailin

 

 

Ten days prior to the incident involving a woman losing half of her leg at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, a young boy experienced an escalator mishap that resulted in his foot getting trapped underneath. Fortunately, the boy made a successful recovery after receiving 11 stitches.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299363-another-injured-victim-steps-forward-following-escalator-accident-at-bangkok-airport/

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Prawit Tipped As Pita’s Rival For PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Palang Pracharth leader Prawit Wongsuwan. Photo Thai Rath

 

PALANG PRACHARATH LEADER PRAWIT Wongsuwan will likely be named prime minister in rivalry against Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, partisan sources said Friday (June 30).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299400-prawit-tipped-as-pita’s-rival-for-pm/

 

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Pita Confident More Senators Are Now Backing Him For PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat visiting Phitsanulok, June 30, 2023. Photo: Matichon

 

MOVE FORWARD LEADER PITA Limjaroenrat said today (June 30) more and more senators may already have decided to vote him for prime minister.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299401-pita-confident-more-senators-are-now-backing-him-for-pm/

 

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Don Mueang airport’s escalator accident not caused by poor maintenance

 

 

The accident on an escalator at Don Mueang airport yesterday (Thursday) might have been caused by a small object falling into the end of the escalator, causing a gap in the floor panel that trapped the leg of a passenger before it stopped automatically 20 seconds later, said Boonpong Kitwattanachai, an advisor to the mechanical engineering committee of the Thai Engineering Institute of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299402-don-mueang-airport’s-escalator-accident-not-caused-by-poor-maintenance/

 

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PM’s soothing words for frayed nerves as he says he will continue his role up to the next cabinet
by Joseph O' Connor

 

On Thursday, outgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan ocha appeared at ease about the prospect of Thailand avoiding a political impasse or crisis. He thanked all those involved in the May 14th General Election and urged calm as the political process of forming the next government takes its course. He confirmed that he will remain in office until a new cabinet is appointed by the King.

Key hurdle to forming the next government is the ability of eight party coalition and its supporters in parliament to find 376 seats in a July 13th vote by a combined sitting of both houses in a joint session.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299403-pm’s-soothing-words-for-frayed-nerves-as-he-says-he-will-continue-his-role-up-to-the-next-cabinet/

 

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Move Forward MP offers public apology for alleged assault

 

 

Move Forward constituency MP for Bangkok, Sirin Sanguansin, has offered a public apology following an allegation that he assaulted his girlfriend, saying he is ready to face potential legal consequences and disciplinary action by the party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299404-move-forward-mp-offers-public-apology-for-alleged-assault/

 

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South Korean Couple with American Nationality Found Dead in Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A South Korean couple who also had dual American nationality were found dead on a bed at a hotel in Thalang along with two syringes.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299405-south-korean-couple-with-american-nationality-found-dead-in-phuket/

 

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Disturbing Event Unfolds as Newlywed's Spouse Assaults Former Partner, Harms Wife, and Flees

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

SARABURI: -- In a distressing Facebook post, user "Mai Sai" sought help to find the man who attacked their spouse, sharing a photo and pleading for assistance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299408-disturbing-event-unfolds-as-newlyweds-spouse-assaults-former-partner-harms-wife-and-flees/

 

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Wanted murder suspect captured after fatal shoot-out in Ang Thong
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of วิหค นิวส์ ข่าวอ่างทอง Facebook

 

A long-standing warrant offender was apprehended today after a shoot-out which led to a fatality in Ang Thong province, central Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299409-wanted-murder-suspect-captured-after-fatal-shoot-out-in-ang-thong/

 

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Thief’s superstitious streak foiled: Police nab suspect behind spree of supermarket heists in Isaan
Photo of Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Facebook/ อุบลราชธานี บ้านเฮา

 

Police arrested a superstitious Thai thief who targeted eight different supermarkets and convenience stores in the Isaan province of Udon Ratchatani. The man believes he was arrested because did not worship before carrying out his latest crime.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299410-thief’s-superstitious-streak-foiled-police-nab-suspect-behind-spree-of-supermarket-heists-in-isaan/

 

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Mysterious vanishings take a twist: New development emerges in Bangkok case
by Samantha Rose

 

Picture courtesy of PPTVHD 36.

 

There’s been a new development on the sudden disappearance of five individuals from South Thailand’s Nakhon Si Thammarat province two months ago.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299411-mysterious-vanishings-take-a-twist-new-development-emerges-in-bangkok-case/

 

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Time To Think About The Tour De Thailand 2024
By Editor

 

 

The TOUR DE THAILAND 2024 will take place from the 8th January to the 15th January 2024. The tour includes a trip down to Chumphon and ends in Hua Hin for a total of 783 km spread over the 8 days.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299412-time-to-think-about-the-tour-de-thailand-2024/

 

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Man Arrested for Releasing Pitbulls That Fatally Attacked Neighbor's Dog

 

 

An elderly man was arrested after his unleashed pitbulls attacked and killed a neighbor's dog, with the owner callously watching without offering assistance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299413-man-arrested-for-releasing-pitbulls-that-fatally-attacked-neighbors-dog/

 

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Phuket Airport Conducts Comprehensive Safety Inspection of Over 30 Escalators

 

Photo: Siam Rath

 

Phuket International Airport, located in Thalang, carried out a meticulous assessment of the operational readiness and safety of more than 30 escalators within its international passenger terminal on June 30, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299415-phuket-airport-conducts-comprehensive-safety-inspection-of-over-30-escalators/

 

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Thailand’s barrier-free toll system: a boon for motorists – and a challenge for cheaters

 

 

Launched just over a year ago, Thailand’s M-Flow or barrier-free toll system is now serving more than 110,000 vehicles each day. Although praised for easing traffic flows, it has also been a boon for cheaters, who have sought to exploit the system’s automated license plate recognition and post-pay service.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299416-thailand’s-barrier-free-toll-system-a-boon-for-motorists-–-and-a-challenge-for-cheaters/

 

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Tourism Area Cleaned under the 'Protecting the Coastline' Operation

 

Picture: 77kaoded

 

Amidst an evening ceremony held on June 30, 2023, at the Blue Square, Bali Hai Pier, Pattaya City, Governor Thawatchai Sritong of Chonburi spearheaded an operation aimed at eliminating criminal activities from the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299421-tourism-area-cleaned-under-the-protecting-the-coastline-operation/

 

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Thai ex-judge sentenced over 20 million baht bribery allegations
by Mitch Connor 

 

PHOTO: Thai Banknote by lifeforstock from Freepik.

 

A recent court ruling unfurled in the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases which witnessed a former appellate court judge handed a five-year prison sentence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299430-thai-ex-judge-sentenced-over-20-million-baht-bribery-allegations/

 

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Faulty suitcase wheel may have triggered Don Mueang airport walkway accident
By Mitch Connor

 

Photo: @kiti_harnz via Thai Rescue News.

 

A malfunctioning suitcase wheel is potentially behind an unfortunate incident that took place at Don Mueang airport’s moving walkways, causing a woman to lose part of her left leg, according to the Engineering Institute of Thailand (EIT).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299402-don-mueang-airport’s-escalator-accident-not-caused-by-poor-maintenance/?do=findComment&comment=18175988

 

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Officials warn of legal consequences for possession of protected stones from Sam Roi Yot National Park
By Online Reporter

 

 

Officials have issued a stern warning to individuals found buying or possessing protected stones from Sam Roi Yot National Park.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299431-officials-warn-of-legal-consequences-for-possession-of-protected-stones-from-sam-roi-yot-national-park/

 

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Phuket yacht sweeps ashore amid severe weather, safety warnings reiterated
by Mitch Connor 

Photo: Susan Arnulphy / Phuket Yacht Club Community.

 

In an unforeseen turn of events earlier this morning, a sailing yacht near Ao Yon in the northern part of Chalong Bay, Phuket, was reported to have been forced onto the shore due to wave action. The yacht is understood to have been detached from its mooring and was seen adrift prior to being swept ashore.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299432-phuket-yacht-sweeps-ashore-amid-severe-weather-safety-warnings-reiterated/

 

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