THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 4 July 2023

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Korat school uses drone to chase herons away

 

 

A school in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Soeng Sang district has resorted to using a drone in an attempt to chase away thousands of herons, which have occupied a forest close to the school, out of fears that their presence could bring diseases.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299722-korat-school-uses-drone-to-chase-herons-away/

 

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Sak Surin relaxes in rain after return

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai elephant Sak Surin seems relaxed after his return to Thailand from Sri Lanka. The elephant is expected to start receiving medical treatment after completing a 30-day quarantine.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299723-sak-surin-relaxes-in-rain-after-return/

 

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Thailand starts pomelo export to U.S. in historic deal

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The United States has for the first time allowed Thailand to export its pomelo to the country, as Thailand eyes more markets for its delicious fruit.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299724-thailand-starts-pomelo-export-to-us-in-historic-deal/

 

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AOT confident 95m passenger target can be achieved

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Airports of Thailand is confident that its passenger target for 2023 at 95 million will be achieved, thanks to a swift recovery in the tourism sector.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299725-aot-confident-95m-passenger-target-can-be-achieved/

 

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PM hails success of Thailand-China’s trade, investment cooperation

 

 

BANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) – Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha congratulated the success of China (Guangdong)-Thailand Economic Cooperation Conference which was held by the Government of Guangdong and China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Guangdong, in collaboration with Office of the Eastern Economic Corridor on June 28, according to the Government spokesman.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299726-pm-hails-success-of-thailand-china’s-trade-investment-cooperation/

 

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25 Finalist Attractions in ‘Unseen New Chapters’ Campaign

 

 

BANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the 25 finalists in the ‘Unseen New Chapters’ campaign comprising of five up-and-coming attractions in each of Thailand’s Northern, Northeastern, Central, Eastern, and Southern provinces handpicked by Thai tourists as emerging attractions offering new travel experiences.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299727-25-finalist-attractions-in-‘unseen-new-chapters’-campaign/

 

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Phuket’s 5 Star Marine wins Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best award

 

 

Phuket’s 5 Star Marine has won a top accolade from travel review site, Tripadvisor, after garnering outstanding ratings from customers. The tour boat company has won Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best award for its tours and activities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299728-phuket’s-5-star-marine-wins-travellers’-choice-best-of-the-best-award/

 

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Thailand’s FDA warns against popular ready-to-drink product

 

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The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about a popular ready-to-drink product with black sesame, jelly, and grain. This comes after the product was found to exceed health and safety standards with coliform bacterial contamination. The drink, ‘Multi Grains Mix,’ is manufactured by Wow D.D. International Co. Ltd., and analyses from samples taken from the manufacturer’s location reveal the contaminant is present over allowable limits.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299729-thailand’s-fda-warns-against-popular-ready-to-drink-product/

 

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Off-duty police officer kills 2 in drunken accident in Ayutthaya

 

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In a tragic accident last night, a police officer driving recklessly crashed his pickup into four motorcycle riders, killing two and injuring two others. The report confirmed the officer’s alcohol levels as exceeding the legal limit.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299730-off-duty-police-officer-kills-2-in-drunken-accident-in-ayutthaya/

 

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Flaming friendship: 12 year old boy scorched by friend’s alcohol attack in central Thailand

 

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In a shocking incident from Chachoengsao, a 12 year old boy suffered severe burns covering 70% of his body after his friend doused him in alcohol while burning rubbish. The offending child’s mother, a teacher by profession, tried to settle the case by paying 2,000 baht (US$57) and suggesting the victim’s family report the incident to the police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299731-flaming-friendship-12-year-old-boy-scorched-by-friend’s-alcohol-attack-in-central-thailand/

 

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Close call: Factory worker narrowly escapes blindness in a roadside fishing line incident

 

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A 21 year old factory worker narrowly escaped blindness after a road incident involving an angler’s fishing line in Nonthaburi. The worker was a pillion rider on a motorcycle, and as they passed a fisherman, the line slashed across his face. The incident occurred on June 26.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299732-close-call-factory-worker-narrowly-escapes-blindness-in-a-roadside-fishing-line-incident/

 

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Roadside rescue turns into drug bust as police uncover meth pills and firearms

 

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A potential roadside rescue incident today remarkably turned into a drug bust. Highway police in Surat Thani province initially responded to what appeared to be a broken-down vehicle but unexpectedly stumbled upon a sizeable drug haul hidden in the car’s compartment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299734-roadside-rescue-turns-into-drug-bust-as-police-uncover-meth-pills-and-firearms/

 

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Woman truck driver killed in Nakhon Si Thammarat shooting spree

 

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A woman truck driver lost her life when anonymous gunmen targeted her vehicle, leaving her vehicle’s cabin peppered with several rounds on one of Nakhon Si Thammarat’s main roads earlier today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299736-woman-truck-driver-killed-in-nakhon-si-thammarat-shooting-spree/

 

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Murder mystery: Khon Kaen grandmother killed by grandson for 100 baht

 

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A shocking scene unfolded when an elderly woman was found murdered in her garden by the riverside yesterday at approximately 1.30pm in Sila sub-district, Mueang Khon Kaen, Thailand. In a subsequent investigation led by the local police chief, Pra Kengsarikit, crucial evidence about the crime was discovered. With the main suspect on the run, the manhunt to nab him escalated quickly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299737-murder-mystery-khon-kaen-grandmother-killed-by-grandson-for-100-baht/

 

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14 year old drug-dealing Thai boy arrested while high on Yaba in northern Thailand

 

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Police arrested a drug-dealing 14 year old boy for selling and using Yaba in the Kosum Phisai district of Maha Sarakham province in the northeastern part of Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299738-14-year-old-drug-dealing-thai-boy-arrested-while-high-on-yaba-in-northern-thailand/

 

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Thai teen boy’s quick-thinking potentially saves life in suspected suicide attempt

 

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A dramatic incident unfolded at around noon yesterday when a 16 year old girl attempted to commit suicide by leaping from a three-storey school building in Non Din Daeng, Buriram province. Luckily, a male student, also in Year 9, who was nearby playing games, rushed to catch her. They both fell from the third floor of the four-storey structure.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299740-thai-teen-boy’s-quick-thinking-potentially-saves-life-in-suspected-suicide-attempt/

 

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Chinese man arrested in Chon Buri for using fake registration plate on Bentley

 

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Highway Police officers arrested a Chinese man on a highway in Chon Buri province for using a fake registration plate on his luxury Bentley sedan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299743-chinese-man-arrested-in-chon-buri-for-using-fake-registration-plate-on-bentley/

 

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Trang unveils Nang Fa Waterfall, capturing the hearts of tourists

 

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Trang province boasts a brilliant new tourist attraction that has already grabbed the attention of foreign visitors. Named Nang Fa Waterfall, also known as the slider, offers shimmering water amid a backdrop of stunning nature and enthralling activities. The local community plays a part in preserving and promoting this tourist spot.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299744-trang-unveils-nang-fa-waterfall-capturing-the-hearts-of-tourists/

 

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Man Steals Items from Pattaya Temple After Seeking Food and Shelter

 

 

A man who had been relying on a Pattaya temple for food stole items and a motorcycle from the temple and fled.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299750-man-steals-items-from-pattaya-temple-after-seeking-food-and-shelter/

 

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