NGO says mercy killing of stray animals is strictly controlled by Thai government

 

 

Euthanizing stray animals is a sensitive topic in Thailand. It is wildly misunderstood that it is a main tool used in controlling the number of strays. A non-governmental organisation (NGO) has, however, explained that the use of this method is strictly limited, unless the animal has health issues or an easily transmitted disease.

 

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Eight-Party Alliance Reaffirms Pita Ahead of Second Parliamentary Vote

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - An eight-party alliance seeking to form Thailand’s next government reaffirmed its backing for Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister, Pita said on Monday, despite his defeat last week in a parliamentary vote.

 

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Diesel tax cut to end Thursday

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government’s excise tax cut for diesel will end this week. The Oil Fuel Fund Office will be announcing the newly adjusted diesel prices tomorrow, with full excise tax applied, while government officials believe the discontinuation of this campaign will not affect consumers.

 

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Govt Advances Development of Laem Chabang Green Port

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government is advancing the development of the Laem Chabang port into a green port, with the aim of reducing environmental pollution caused by maritime transportation and creating opportunities for related industries.

 

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BTS member ‘Suga’ shares video blog of Phuket holiday

 

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Suga, a member of the hugely popular K-Pop band, BTS (and winner of the Best Group Award 2022 at the American Music Awards), has shared a vlog of a recent trip to Phuket with his fans. The vlog was recorded during his solo world tour, promoting his latest album, D-Day, according to a report by Web News Observer.

 

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Family feud turns precious: Thai couple nabbed for assault and jewel heist from man’s own mother

 

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Police arrested a Thai man and wife after they allegedly assaulted the man’s mother and stole her cash and gold jewellery. The duo carried out the crime in disguise but the mother was not fooled and managed to identify her son through his voice and the familiar scent of the clothes she cleaned for him.

 

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Hell Erupting Noodles draw foodies to Lampang for old Ayutthaya recipe

 

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Diners have been flocking to Lampang province, northern Thailand, for a unique culinary experience dubbed “Hell Erupting Noodles.” It’s a distinctive selection of “Kwai Teow Rue” or boat noodles based on an old recipe from the province of Ayutthaya, served up from a strategically located eatery right in the heart of Sri Chum Square.

 

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Gruesome road accident ends in fatal blaze, stokes fear in Udon Thani community

 

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An unidentified 45 year old man suffered an untimely death when an apparently minor car accident escalated into a horrifying blaze. The incident, which left locals unable to assist despite witnessing it first-hand, occurred yesterday on the road linking the villages of Sam Phrao and Nong Khae in Mueang district in Udon Thani province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301005-gruesome-road-accident-ends-in-fatal-blaze-stokes-fear-in-udon-thani-community/

 

Kalasin Police officers suspended over drug-planting allegations and extortion claim

 

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A woman lodged a police complaint accusing five officers of entering her room at a resort in Kalasin in northeast Thailand and attempting to plant drugs. She alleged they then bundled her into a car and demanded 50,000 baht for her release. The case is being handled, with two of the accused officers from the provincial force and the other three from the local Na Mon station.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301006-kalasin-police-officers-suspended-over-drug-planting-allegations-and-extortion-claim/

 

Durian truck crash in northern Thailand leaves 24 injured, including pregnant woman

 

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In a disastrous incident in Uttaradit province, northern Thailand, a pickup truck carrying durian pickers overturned after the driver, unfamiliar with the hilly terrain route, lost control. The accident left 24 individuals injured, nine of them were seriously hurt. A pregnant woman was also found among the casualties.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301007-durian-truck-crash-in-northern-thailand-leaves-24-injured-including-pregnant-woman/

 

Bangkok ramps up storm preparedness ahead of Talim’s arrival

 

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The prospect of tropical storm Talim bringing heavy rain and potential floods to Bangkok has been met with preparedness and strategic planning by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), according to a statement from a high-ranking BMA official.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301009-bangkok-ramps-up-storm-preparedness-ahead-of-talim’s-arrival/

 

Bang Sue Police arrest motorcycle gang causing disarray in Bangkok

 

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Bang Sue Police arrested a gang of motorcyclists for causing chaos near the Department of Land Transport in the Chatuchak district in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301010-bang-sue-police-arrest-motorcycle-gang-causing-disarray-in-bangkok/

 

Thailand’s Zoological Park Organization hosts first ‘To Be A Zoo Vet’ event

 

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Thailand’s Zoological Park Organization organised its first annual experience-based educational event, ‘To Be A Zoo Vet.’ The initiative was aimed at offering hands-on experiences to budding veterinarians in real zoological settings. The event unfolded over two days from July 15 at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo, located in Chon Buri’s Sri Racha district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301011-thailand’s-zoological-park-organization-hosts-first-‘to-be-a-zoo-vet’-event/

 

Scorpions found in Longkong fruit: Thai mother stung in southern Thailand

 

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A woman needed medical attention after getting stung by a scorpion after the deadly creature made a nest in some Longkong fruit in southern Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301012-scorpions-found-in-longkong-fruit-thai-mother-stung-in-southern-thailand/

 

US ‘concerned’ about developments in legal system after Thailand’s election

 

 

WASHINGTON – The United States is concerned about developments in Thailand’s legal system, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on Monday, after two separate complaints against the leader of the party that won the most seats in a May 14 election.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301019-us-‘concerned’-about-developments-in-legal-system-after-thailand’s-election/

 

Parliament to debate Pita’s re-nomination Wednesday

 

 

The Thai parliament will hold a debate tomorrow (Wednesday) on the issue of the re-nomination of Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat as Thailand’s next prime minister, after the House and Senate whips failed to resolve their differences on the issue at today’s meeting.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301020-parliament-to-debate-pita’s-re-nomination-wednesday/

 

Pheu Thai party to oppose any challenge the legality of Pita’s re-nomination

 

 

The Pheu Thai party will vote against any motion by members of parliament which challenges the motion, supported by the eight coalition parties, to re-nominate Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat as next prime minister, according to Pheu Thai party leader Chonlanan Srikaew.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301020-parliament-to-debate-pita’s-re-nomination-wednesday/?do=findComment&comment=18212903

 

Ung Ing Doesn’t Vie for PM Position

 

 

BANGKOK, July 18 (TNA) – Pheu Thai Party will propose former property tycoon Srettha Thavisin as its prime minister candidate if Move Forward Party leader loses the second round of parliamentary vote and lets Pheu Thai take the lead in forming the government, said Paetongtarn “Ung Ing” Shinawatra Pheu Thai’s advisory chief and also one of Pheu Thai prime minister candidates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301021-ung-ing-doesn’t-vie-for-pm-position/

 

Young student apologises after raising middle fingers to English teacher

 

 

A student at a high school in Nong Chok district apologised to a foreign English teacher on Monday, after she insulted the teacher and raised her middle fingers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300920-bangkok-student’s-offensive-gesture-triggers-backlash/?do=findComment&comment=18212913

 

Pattaya Police Raid Nightclub and Arrest 8 Alleged Drug Users

 

 

Pattaya police busted the “Dirty Pattaya nightclub” in Soi Kho Pai at 02:30 AM Tuesday morning, July 18th. Eight alleged drug users were arrested.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301022-pattaya-police-raid-nightclub-and-arrest-8-alleged-drug-users/

 

Pattaya Woman on Motorbike Run Over and Killed by Pickup Truck

 

 

A Thai woman on a motorbike was knocked over by another motorcyclist that suddenly made a turn to enter an alley. Subsequently, she was fatally run over by a passing pickup truck.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301023-pattaya-woman-on-motorbike-run-over-and-killed-by-pickup-truck/

 

BMA to focus more on the safety of construction sites

 

 

The segment of an overpass in Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district collapsed on July 10th, causing two fatalities and 13 injuries. It was a major incident which shocked people in Bangkok. This accident is not, however, the first.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301026-bma-to-focus-more-on-the-safety-of-construction-sites/

 

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