Thailand’s smartphone market holds promise despite economic strain
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Isriya Paireepairit, Flickr

 

In these difficult financial times, Thailand’s smartphone market still carries incredible potential for device makers, particularly in high-end models, despite reduced support of handset subsidies by mobile operators, according to Oppo, a leading Chinese smartphone maker. With a market value exceeding 100 billion baht, Thailand’s smartphone market is regarded as a gem within Southeast Asia.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301536-thailand’s-smartphone-market-holds-promise-despite-economic-strain/

 

Pheu Thai “knows” there will be strong backlash should it align with former government parties
By Thai Enquirer

 

The Pheu Thai Party leadership knows that the party would face significant backlash and possibly lose votes should it align itself with former government parties including Palang Pracharat and Bhumjai Thai, a PT parliamentarian told Thai Enquirer on Monday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301540-pheu-thai-“knows”-there-will-be-strong-backlash-should-it-align-with-former-government-parties/

 

Pheu Thai to ditch Move Forward, Teflon Thai Baht up again : Tim Newton Today - July 24

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301547-pheu-thai-to-ditch-move-forward-teflon-thai-baht-up-again-tim-newton-today-july-24/

 

Chumphon durian farmer fatally shot: Locals feared regular gunfire
by Nattapong

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Police are on the hunt for a gunman who shot dead a 63 year old durian farm owner in his own backyard. Locals reported frequent gunfire from the victim’s farm, causing anxiety amidst fears of stray shots. The incident occurred at around 4.30pm today when the police received a report of a fatal shooting in a durian orchard in southern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301548-chumphon-durian-farmer-fatally-shot-locals-feared-regular-gunfire/

 

District official accused of workplace affair and misconduct
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ปฏิบัติการหมาเฝ้าบ้าน

 

The permanent secretary of the Art Samart District Office in the Isaan province of Roiet has been accused of having a scandalous affair within the workplace and granted special leave days to his alleged lover.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301549-district-official-accused-of-workplace-affair-and-misconduct/

 

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Traffic accident: Horrific crash in torrential rain claims lives of two Burmese workers in Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Two Burmese workers died when a heavy downpour led to a horrific traffic accident in Thailand. The accident, involving a car and a motorcycle, occurred near Chonprathan Road, Damnoen Saduak District, Ratchaburi Province, resulting in two fatalities at the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301520-horrifying-accident-speeding-sedan-collides-with-migrant-workers-motorcycle-two-dead-in-heavy-rain/?do=findComment&comment=18223978

 

Clam-bushed in Thailand: 53 year old diver vanishes, family in deep distress
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The family of a 53 year old diver are distraught after he disappeared whilst fishing for clams in a reservoir in northern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301550-clam-bushed-in-thailand-53-year-old-diver-vanishes-family-in-deep-distress/

 

Unyielding monsoon rains trigger flood and landslide alerts in 44 Thailand provinces
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of vecstock, Freepik.

 

According to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), an unbroken spread of rainfall is affecting 44 provinces across Thailand, with a heavy downfall of 80% covering areas including Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301556-unyielding-monsoon-rains-trigger-flood-and-landslide-alerts-in-44-thailand-provinces/

 

Ford Thailand showcases Ranger Raptor’s potential in thrilling off-road media event
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a recent initiative called the Ford Ranger Raptor Unbeatable Experience, Ford Thailand championed the capabilities of its leading 1-tonne pickup truck, the Ford Ranger Raptor. The experiential event allowed the Thai media to get a first-hand taste of the vehicle’s off-road and cross-country prowess.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301559-ford-thailand-showcases-ranger-raptor’s-potential-in-thrilling-off-road-media-event/

 

Flour protest: Activist group targets Palang Pracharath members at Pheu Thai office
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by Thanit Sudto (ฐานิส สุดโต) via The Standard

 

Political chaos erupted outside the Pheu Thai Party head office in Bangkok yesterday, as the Thalu Wang activist group staged a disruptive protest, demanding the party cease negotiations with Thailand’s military-backed factions. The protest, which saw flour being poured on Palang Pracharath Party (PPP) members, resulted in the cancellation of a press conference.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301562-flour-protest-activist-group-targets-palang-pracharath-members-at-pheu-thai-office/

 

Hua Hin-Cha-am Tourism Business Association Celebrates 25th Anniversary
By Online Reporter

 

 
The Hua Hin-Cha-am Tourism Business Association celebrated its 25th anniversary during an event held at the prestigious Dusit Thani Hua Hin Hotel in Cha-Am on July 22.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301566-hua-hin-cha-am-tourism-business-association-celebrates-25th-anniversary/

 

Lopburi teacher’s close call in car fire due to suspected engine malfunction
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A teacher narrowly escaped a car fiery mishap while en route to school earlier today, suspecting that an engine malfunction may have sparked the fire.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301567-lopburi-teacher’s-close-call-in-car-fire-due-to-suspected-engine-malfunction/

 

“Get out in the sun”, Thai doctors

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Thailand Discovery

A Thai doctor is urging her fellow citizens to get out in the sun, saying blood tests show most are deficient in Vitamin D. In a report by Nation Thailand, Dr Rojanaree Thitisuwan from Vejthani Hospital says 99% of people who had their vitamin levels tested were found to be lacking in Vitamin D.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301568-“get-out-in-the-sun”-thai-doctors/

 

Mint-chocolate drinks banned in some cafés over Pheu Thai’s political move
 

 

Several cafés in Thailand have stopped selling mint-chocolate drinks, after the Pheu Thai party met with Bhumjaithai, the United Thai Nation, Chart Pattana Kla and Chartthaipattana parties over the past weekend, to woo them into supporting its prime ministerial candidate and forming a government.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301569-mint-chocolate-drinks-banned-in-some-cafés-over-pheu-thai’s-political-move/

 

Motorists in Bangkok advised to avoid 3 protest venues on Monday

 

Motorists are being advised to avoid the Victory Monument, Ratchadamnoen Nok and Sap roads in Bangkok today (Monday), as three groups continue their protest rallies.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301570-motorists-in-bangkok-advised-to-avoid-3-protest-venues-on-monday/

 

Woman arrested for opening “mule” accounts in Blackpink ticket scam
 

 

Police from Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau have apprehended a 35-year-old woman in Mueang district of Chiang Rai province on fraud charges, as she is accused of opening several “mule” accounts used by a gang to park money from the sale of non-existent tickets for a recent Blackpink World Tour concert in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301571-woman-arrested-for-opening-“mule”-accounts-in-blackpink-ticket-scam/

 

Outgoing Thai PM hopes for a peaceful transition of power

 

Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha / AFP

 

Outgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha wishes the country to remain peaceful while those concerned are forming the new government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301581-outgoing-thai-pm-hopes-for-a-peaceful-transition-of-power/

 

Rejection of Pita’s renomination as PM ‘unconstitutional’ : Ombudsman

 

 

Ombudsman ruled today (Monday) that parliament’s rejection of Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination as a prime ministerial candidate was unconstitutional and agreed to forward the case to the Constitutional Court.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301582-rejection-of-pita’s-renomination-as-pm-‘unconstitutional’-ombudsman/

 

Nationwide Gun Crackdown Leads to Seizures and Arrests

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Police have released the results of an extensive month-long crackdown on illegal weapons, seizing a significant number of guns and ammunition while apprehending as many as 966 suspects. The crackdown, launched on July 1, saw law enforcement agencies raid 1,658 targets nationwide in an effort to curb criminal activities associated with them.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301583-nationwide-gun-crackdown-leads-to-seizures-and-arrests/

 

Finance Ministry to Pursue 0.11% Tax on Share Sales

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Finance has said it is not dropping its efforts to apply a 0.11% tax to the sale of company stocks, despite the matter having been in the works for a long time. The ministry insists it will seek the approval of the incoming government for the taxation, while also gradually overhauling the national tax structure to increase state income.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301584-finance-ministry-to-pursue-011-tax-on-share-sales/

 

Thailand Welcomes Saudi Chairman for Bilateral Trade and Investment Talks

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai government has welcomed the chairman of the Majlis ash-Shura, or Consultative Assembly, of Saudi Arabia and his delegation to discuss bilateral trade and investment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301585-thailand-welcomes-saudi-chairman-for-bilateral-trade-and-investment-talks/

 

Korean Embassy Diplomat Visits Thai Red Cross Center

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Joyoung Jeon, Charg? d’affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Thailand, visited the Thai Red Cross Plasma Fractionation Center on Friday (21 July) to discuss collaborative ties between Thailand and South Korea in the field of healthcare and medical technology.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301586-korean-embassy-diplomat-visits-thai-red-cross-center/

 

Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai Convene for Meeting of Core Party Members

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Pheu Thai Party met with various other parties in an informal meeting over the weekend to discuss solutions to the current political stalemate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301587-pheu-thai-and-bhumjaithai-convene-for-meeting-of-core-party-members/

Outbreak Zones Mulled After Dengue Cases Soar

 

 

BANGKOK,  July 24 (TNA) – Health authorities are eyeing the declaration of dengue fever outbreak zones after the number of dengue cases has exceeded 5,000 per week.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301588-outbreak-zones-mulled-after-dengue-cases-soar/

Ombudsman Asks Charter Court to Rule on Pita’s Rejection

 

 

BANGKOK, July 24 (TNA) -The Ombudsman has resolved to submit a petition to the Constitutional Court for a ruling on whether the parliament’s resolution to reject the renomination of Move Forward Party leader for prime minister was unconstitutional.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301590-ombudsman-asks-charter-court-to-rule-on-pita’s-rejection/

 

Ten Injured in Fireworks Factory Explosion

 

 

CHIANG MAI, July 24 (TNA) – An explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in Doi Saket District, Chiang Mai, causing 10 injuries and damage to both the factory and nearby houses.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301591-ten-injured-in-fireworks-factory-explosion/

 

Scammers use fake social media accounts of luxury hotels to swindle money

 

Photo via Channel 3

 

A luxury hotel nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Khao Yai National Park in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, became the unsuspecting target of a cunning hotel scam that left more than 40 victims in its wake. Fraudsters hatched a plan by creating a fake social media account for the esteemed MYS Khao Yai Hotel, deceiving unsuspecting guests and luring them into booking with the imposter instead of the genuine hotel.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301593-scammers-use-fake-social-media-accounts-of-luxury-hotels-to-swindle-money/

 

Nakhon Ratchasima schoolboy fatally stabs peer in jealousy-fuelled dispute

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a tragic incident, a Year 8 student fatally assaulted his Year 10 schoolmate, reportedly due to jealousy, at a prominent school in Pimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. The assailant, who did not flee the scene, surrendered to police following the unfortunate event.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301594-nakhon-ratchasima-schoolboy-fatally-stabs-peer-in-jealousy-fuelled-dispute/

 

Man’s refusal to cross Bangkok traffic junction sparks social media speculation

 

Photo via KhaoSod

 

In a puzzling incident in Bangkok‘s Don Mueang district, a man triggered a public stir as he persistently refused to cross a traffic light junction on his motorbike, obstructing local commuters. The mysterious behaviour occurred today and swiftly made the rounds on social media platforms, where users speculated about his potential motives, ranging from health concerns to a potential phobia of traffic intersections.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301595-man’s-refusal-to-cross-bangkok-traffic-junction-sparks-social-media-speculation/

 

Thai man arrested for making a dick of himself in public places

 

Photo via Siamrath

 

Police Cyber Taskforce (PCT) officers arrested a Thai man involved in the creation and sale of explicit videos showing his penis in public places on the Twitter and OnlyFans platforms.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301596-thai-man-arrested-for-making-a-dick-of-himself-in-public-places/