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.

 

Eight-Party Alliance Reaffirms Pita Ahead of Second Parliamentary Vote

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300993-eight-party-alliance-reaffirms-pita-ahead-of-second-parliamentary-vote/

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/

Tragic twist: Aussie teen’s suspicious death in Thailand fuels family’s heartfelt repatriation quest
by Bob Scott 

 

Picture courtesy of Facebook.

 

The heartbroken family of a loving, larger-than-life Australian teenager is currently engaged in a poignant mission to repatriate his body after his suspicious death in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301034-tragic-twist-aussie-teen’s-suspicious-death-in-thailand-fuels-family’s-heartfelt-repatriation-quest/

 

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US expresses concern about the democratic ‘will of the people’ as tension mounts over legal case
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Top spokesman at the US State Department, Matthew Miller, told reporters at a regular press conference that the United States was concerned about the possible outcome of several legal cases in the kingdom and that the ‘will of the people’ in the aftermath of the May 14th General Election, is not stifled as fears mount over a case taken up by the Constitutional Court last Wednesday alleging that the Move Forward Party has breached Section 49 of the 2017 Constitution in campaigning for reform of Article 112 of the Criminal Code on lèse-majesté.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301019-us-‘concerned’-about-developments-in-legal-system-after-thailand’s-election/?do=findComment&comment=18213284

 

Fake NATO military doctor arrested for romance scam
by Petch Petpailin 

 

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Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers arrested a Thai man involved in a romance scam. The swindler deceived victims by claiming he was a military doctor for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) looking to relocate to Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301035-fake-nato-military-doctor-arrested-for-romance-scam/

 

Overstaying American Arrested at Phuket Airport
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – An overstaying American man was arrested at the Phuket International Airport.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301036-overstaying-american-arrested-at-phuket-airport/

 

Thailand Aims to Attract 25.8 Million Asian Tourists in 2024
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: Thansettakij

National — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is planning to attract 25.8 million tourists from short-haul countries next year, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301037-thailand-aims-to-attract-258-million-asian-tourists-in-2024/

 

Thai baht’s unexpected surge makes a splash, takes the lead in Asian currency gains
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of vecstock, Freepik

 

In an unexpected buoy of currency today, the Thai baht took the lead in Asian currency gains, reaching a two-month apex. This surge, of 0.9%, comes in the wake of strong hopes for the resolution of Thailand‘s political deadlock and a waning US dollar, factors that buoyed the sentiments of investors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301038-thai-baht’s-unexpected-surge-makes-a-splash-takes-the-lead-in-asian-currency-gains/

 

Thai cave survivor reunites with British rescuer at high school graduation 5 years later
"I never thought I would come this far," Adul Samon told "World News Tonight."

 

By Joanne Rosa and Eric Noll

 

Thai cave survivor Adul Samon hold his high school diploma from The Masters School, standing next to rescuer Rick Stanton. Isaac Cass/The Masters School

 

Five years ago, Adul Samon was rescued from a cave along with his 11 Thai soccer teammates and their coach. Now, he's graduating from an American high school -- and has reunited with one of his rescuers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301039-thai-cave-survivor-reunites-with-british-rescuer-at-high-school-graduation-5-years-later/

 

Prawit's Enigmatic Response to Possible PM Race
 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, General Prawit Wongsuwan, elicited interest on July 18th, 2023, when he remained uncommunicative yet cheery amidst speculation about a possible bid for the prime minister's post against contender Pita.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301040-prawits-enigmatic-response-to-possible-pm-race/

 

Pattaya Police Chief Teams Up with Kuwaiti Ambassador to Tackle Kuwaiti Motorbike Racers
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — The captain of the Pattaya police met with the Kuwaiti ambassador on Monday, July 17th, to find solutions to troublesome Kuwaiti motorbike racers in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301041-pattaya-police-chief-teams-up-with-kuwaiti-ambassador-to-tackle-kuwaiti-motorbike-racers/

 

Temple incident: Monk prompts killing of dog in Chiang Mai causes public outrage
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of 123rf.com

 

A shocking incident at a temple in Saming Nuea, Chiang Mai, saw the temple’s leading monk command a follower to shoot and kill a dog, according to an anonymous source on July 17.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301043-temple-incident-monk-prompts-killing-of-dog-in-chiang-mai-causes-public-outrage/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 19 July 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301044-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-19-july-2023/

 

Culture ministry plans to boost Thai tourism through Korean TV series popularity
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: King the Land, netflix.com

 

The Thai Culture Ministry has voiced its intentions of capitalising on the increased popularity of Thai locations, brought on by their appearance in the latest Korean television series, ‘King the Land.’

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301045-culture-ministry-plans-to-boost-thai-tourism-through-korean-tv-series-popularity/

 

Thai drug crime: Over 1000 suspects nabbed in major Thai southern provinces
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Freepik

 

In a sweeping operation against Thai drug crime, spanning seven southern provinces, over a thousand suspects have been put behind bars.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301047-thai-drug-crime-over-1000-suspects-nabbed-in-major-thai-southern-provinces/

 

Railway Barrier Malfunctions Pose Danger in Chonburi

 

 

Residents of Na Pa in Mueang district, Chonburi province are facing a perilous situation as the railway crossing barrier frequently malfunctions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301054-railway-barrier-malfunctions-pose-danger-in-chonburi/

 

South Pattaya Residents Fed Up with Restaurants Allegedly Throwing Trash in Canal
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya — Residents in South Pattaya are frustrated with canal-side restaurants for allegedly disposing of wastewater and trash in the canal water.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301063-south-pattaya-residents-fed-up-with-restaurants-allegedly-throwing-trash-in-canal/

 

Mysterious Bullet Pierces Through Glass at Phuket School
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A mysterious bullet pierced through glass at a school in Phuket town while students were learning in a classroom.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301065-mysterious-bullet-pierces-through-glass-at-phuket-school/

 

Indian tourists to overtake Chinese, Thai PM showdown Take #2 : Tim Newton Today - July 19

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301069-indian-tourists-to-overtake-chinese-thai-pm-showdown-take-2-tim-newton-today-july-19/

 

Ayutthaya farmer dies in motorcycle crash a week after recovering from previous accident
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A farmer‘s late-night return trip ended in tragedy when his motorcycle swerved off the road and collided with a tree.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301070-ayutthaya-farmer-dies-in-motorcycle-crash-a-week-after-recovering-from-previous-accident/

 

Pita and his “devil may care” attitude

By Thepchai Yong

 

 

What is most frustrating about negotiations among the eight political parties forming the post-election coalition is what is seen as the “devil may care” attitude of its key player, the Move Forward Party, according to sources involved in the ongoing talks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301071-pita-and-his-“devil-may-care”-attitude/

 

Heightened security around Parliament, Constitutional Court ahead of protests on Wednesday

 

 

Supporters of the Move Forward party, among them the “United Front for Thammasat and Demonstration”, “Respect My Vote” and “We Volunteer”, plan to gather at the Democracy monument at 5pm today in protest against senators.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301072-heightened-security-around-parliament-constitutional-court-ahead-of-protests-on-wednesday/

 

Thai and Russian FMs Meet in Phuket to Discuss Regional and Global Issues
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE:

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai held a meeting with visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the southern island of Phuket on Saturday (15 July).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301073-thai-and-russian-fms-meet-in-phuket-to-discuss-regional-and-global-issues/

 

Monsoon forecast triggers flood alerts across Thailand, mariners advised caution
by Samantha Rose 

 

Picture courtesy of vecstock, Freepik

 

The Thai Meteorological Department forecasted inclement weather for the next 24 hours due to a strong southwesterly monsoon hovering over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301074-monsoon-forecast-triggers-flood-alerts-across-thailand-mariners-advised-caution/

 

Thailand’s FDA warns against personal use of dengue testing kits amid increasing cases
by Mitch Connor 

 

Photo courtesy of rmi.edu.pk

 

In an urgent public appeal, Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cautioned against personal use of dengue testing kits.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301075-thailand’s-fda-warns-against-personal-use-of-dengue-testing-kits-amid-increasing-cases/

 

As it happens: Pita’s second shot at becoming PM

 

 

Move Forward PM candidate Pita Limjaroenrat will try again today to secure the premiership. Ahead of him are a range of possible scenarios, so join us at Thai PBS World for trusted, detailed and accurate reporting from start to finish.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301076-as-it-happens-pita’s-second-shot-at-becoming-pm/

 

Bangkok family tragedy: 2 lives lost in townhouse fire, extensive injuries to 3 more

by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In the early hours of this morning, tragedy struck in the form of a fire that engulfed a five-story townhouse in Bangkok, claiming two lives and leaving three extensively injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301079-bangkok-family-tragedy-2-lives-lost-in-townhouse-fire-extensive-injuries-to-3-more/

 

Bhumjaithai Party MP found holding iTV shares, investigation called
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Wikipedia

 

Thai news agencies and locals were quick to highlight the fact that Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP), owned shares in the media company iTV. However, it appears that Pita is not the only politician with such holdings. Bhumjaithai Party MP Jakkrit Thongsi also possesses 40,000 shares in a media company.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301082-bhumjaithai-party-mp-found-holding-itv-shares-investigation-called/

 

Bhumjaithai party will not join Move Forward coalition: Anutin

 

Anutin Charnvirakul Bhumjaithai party leader

There will be no Bhumjaithai party in a coalition with Move Forward, said Bhumjaithai party leader Anutin Charnvirakul this morning (Wednesday) when asked about the possibility.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301084-bhumjaithai-party-will-not-join-move-forward-coalition-anutin/

 

Thai students bag 30 awards in international mathematics contest

 

 

Thai students have won 30 awards, including 11 gold medals, seven silvers and three bronzes, at the 2023 international mathematics contest held in Seoul, South Korea.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301085-thai-students-bag-30-awards-in-international-mathematics-contest/