THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 26 July 2023

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A JOINT HOUSE/SENATE meeting, earlier scheduled for the upcoming Thursday to pick a prime minister following the May 14 election, was yesterday (July 25) indefinitely put off.

 

Joint House/Senate Session To Pick PM Put Off

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301709-joint-housesenate-session-to-pick-pm-put-off/

 

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Prawit denies that he is quitting politics

 

File photo: Prawit Wongsuwan

 

Palang Pracharath boss Prawit Wongsuwan denied widespread reports today (Tuesday) that he intends to quit politics, saying “I have never said that I will.”

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301681-prawit-denies-that-he-is-quitting-politics/

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Thammasat Group Launches Sign-Up Campaign To Put Off PM Vote For 10 Months
by TNR Staff

 

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat with leaders of coalition partners in May this year. Photo: Sanook.com

 

THE United Front of Thammasat and Demonstration posted a message on its Facebook page today (July 25) calling on people to sign a petition in support of the eight parties in the Pheu Thai-led coalition standing firmly together until the tenure of this group of senators ends in 10 months’ time, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301711-thammasat-group-launches-sign-up-campaign-to-put-off-pm-vote-for-10-months/

 

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Pregnant Woman Injured After Getting Partially Stuck in a Drain in Phuket Town
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A pregnant woman was injured after her leg got stuck in a water drain in Phuket Town.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301712-pregnant-woman-injured-after-getting-partially-stuck-in-a-drain-in-phuket-town/

 

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Motorbike Mysteriously Catches Fire at Fishing Spot

 

Picture: Sanook

 

On July 25th at 2:00 PM, local police in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi were alerted to a motorcycle fire near the Bang Phlu canal bank. Firefighters from both Bang Bua Thong Municipality and Bang Rak Yai Subdistrict Administration quickly arrived to tackle the blaze.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301714-motorbike-mysteriously-catches-fire-at-fishing-spot/

 

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Local Success: Turning Cricket Farming into a Primary Income Source

 

 

In Tambon Rang Ka Yai, Amphoe Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Boonchuay, a 63-year-old trader, transformed the unused space behind his house into a successful edible insect farm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301715-local-success-turning-cricket-farming-into-a-primary-income-source/

 

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Thailand and Australia Sign MOU to Combat International Drug Trafficking

 

On July 25, 2023, a high-profile gathering was held at the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, overseen by Mr. Thanakorn Kainan, the Deputy Secretary-General of the Narcotics Control Board.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301716-thailand-and-australia-sign-mou-to-combat-international-drug-trafficking/

 

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Major roadworks south of Hua Hin set to cause delays for motorists during 6 day long weekend
By Online Reporter
 

 

For motorists planning to travel south out of Hua Hin this upcoming long weekend (July 28 – August 2), be aware of the roadworks taking place in Pranburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301717-major-roadworks-south-of-hua-hin-set-to-cause-delays-for-motorists-during-6-day-long-weekend/

 

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Pedo children’s entertainer sentenced to 30 years for sex crimes against kids in UK, Thailand
by Bob Scott 

 

Picture courtesy of Merseyside Police.

A children’s entertainer has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for his sickening sex crimes against young and underage girls sending shockwaves through those who came into contact with him in Thailand and the UK.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301718-pedo-children’s-entertainer-sentenced-to-30-years-for-sex-crimes-against-kids-in-uk-thailand/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 26 July 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301719-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-26-july-2023/

 

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Human Remains Unearthed at Nakhon Si Thammarat Stadium

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In a startling discovery, three human skeletons were uncovered in concrete blocks at the central stadium in Nakhon Si Thammarat.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301720-human-remains-unearthed-at-nakhon-si-thammarat-stadium/

 

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Thai man Arrested for Attacking Market Vendor with a Dagger

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

At 07:00 am on July 25, 2023, Police Major Pramote Chanboonkaew, Chief of Phetchakasem Station, commanded Police Lieutenant Yuttitham Mahanil and Police Lieutenant Thawatchai Tipvong, along with their investigating team, to apprehend Mr. Tony (surname withheld), 38, who was wanted for attempted murder and carrying a dagger in public without justification.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301722-thai-man-arrested-for-attacking-market-vendor-with-a-dagger/

 

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Young Man Arrested for Allegedly Beating Wife to Death in a Rented Room

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

SARABURI: Following a gruesome incident where a young woman was found dead in a rented room, local police swiftly apprehended the suspect.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301723-young-man-arrested-for-allegedly-beating-wife-to-death-in-a-rented-room/

 

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Ladchado’s spectacular candle festival
 

Locals in Ladchado anticipate the annual Candle Festival, marking the arrival of the Buddhist Lent. (Photo by Phoowadon Duangmee)

In the quaint backwater community of Ladchado, nestled in the tranquil embrace of Ayutthaya’s Phak Hai district, a humble yet awe-inspiring celebration is set to unfold on Tuesday, August 1.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301729-ladchado’s-spectacular-candle-festival/

 

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Thailand eyes record 2 million Russian tourists despite geopolitical tensions
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Achadthaya Chuenniran, Bangkok Post

 

With an increase in flights and a neutral position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) is poised to welcome a record-breaking 2 million Russian tourists next year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301731-thailand-eyes-record-2-million-russian-tourists-despite-geopolitical-tensions/

 

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2 fake cops taser and rob victim in western Thailand
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ โจโฉ

 

Two fake police cops remain at large after they tasered a Thai man, stole his pickup, mobile phone, and 3,000 in stolen cash from the victim in western Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301735-2-fake-cops-taser-and-rob-victim-in-western-thailand/

 

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Thai parliamentary roadblock paves way for return of outgoing coalition govt

 

Ongoing efforts to form a new government after the May 14 general election have hit a roadblock – an impasse that may pave the way for the return of the outgoing coalition, analysts say.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301737-thai-parliamentary-roadblock-paves-way-for-return-of-outgoing-coalition-govt/

 

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Thai PM vote ‘postponed’ indefinitely? Nationwide crackdown on guns : Tim Newton Today - July 26

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301738-thai-pm-vote-‘postponed’-indefinitely-nationwide-crackdown-on-guns-tim-newton-today-july-26/

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Jealous boyfriend’s brutal assault leads to girlfriend’s death in Saraburi rental room
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

The capture of a violently jealous boyfriend who allegedly killed his 24 year old girlfriend before wrapping her body and leaving it in a rental room in Saraburi hit headlines yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301723-young-man-arrested-for-allegedly-beating-wife-to-death-in-a-rented-room/?do=findComment&comment=18228768

 

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Expect weather changes as strong southwest monsoon engulfs Thailand, says TMD
by Nattapong Westwoo

 

Picture courtesy of Tasos Mansour, Unsplash

 

Temperatures are expected to dip, and significant rain is forecast across various parts of Thailand today, the The Meteorological Department (TMD) warns.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301742-expect-weather-changes-as-strong-southwest-monsoon-engulfs-thailand-says-tmd/

 

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RID Implements Plan to Secure Water Reserves
by Paul Rujopakarn

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is taking action to safeguard the nation’s water reserves by implementing a comprehensive plan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301745-rid-implements-plan-to-secure-water-reserves/

 

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Jackson Wang Joins Forces for Bangkok Canal Cleanup

 

 

Bangkok, July 26 (TNA) – Hong Kong rapper Jackson Wang on Tuesday joined Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt to collect garbage from the Lat Phrao canal in a campaign to promote sorting garbage for recycling.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301748-jackson-wang-joins-forces-for-bangkok-canal-cleanup/

 

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MFP seeks reconsideration of Pita’s prime ministerial candidacy
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by Sakchai Lalit via AP

 

The Move Forward Party (MFP) is determined to push for a reconsideration of Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination as a prime ministerial candidate, urging the National Assembly to handle the matter internally without involving the Constitution Court.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301749-mfp-seeks-reconsideration-of-pita’s-prime-ministerial-candidacy/

 

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Thais concerned over financial problems, rising inflation – Ipsos survey
 

This photo taken on June 26, 2023 shows the 78-storey King Power Mahanakhon tower rising above Bangkok skyline. (Photo by Amaury PAUL / AFP)

About 40% of Thai people are most concerned about their financial problems, spending, political uncertainty and corruption, according to a survey conducted in 30 countries by Ipsos, a market research company, called “What Worries the World – What Worries Thailand”.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301750-thais-concerned-over-financial-problems-rising-inflation-–-ipsos-survey/

 

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Free tenant leaves Khon Kaen house in shocking living conditions after two years
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

Boat Land, a Facebook user, recently brought attention to the deplorable condition of one of his properties, which was occupied by a relative who lived on the premises rent-free for two years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301752-free-tenant-leaves-khon-kaen-house-in-shocking-living-conditions-after-two-years/

 

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Thaksin to return home on August 10, Paetongtarn says

 

 

Fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will return to Thailand on August, landing at Don Muang International Airport, his youngest daughter Paetongtarn wrote on her FBpage Wed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301758-thaksin-to-return-home-on-august-10-paetongtarn-says/

 

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MFP member alleges death threats from Pheu Thai Party employee
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ รักชนก ศรีนอก - Rukchanok Srinork and Wan Ubumrung.

 

Move Forward Party (MFP) Rakchanok Srinork yesterday revealed she received death threats from an employee of former Pheu Thai Party MP Wanchalerm Yubamrung.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301761-mfp-member-alleges-death-threats-from-pheu-thai-party-employee/

 

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House speaker defends decision to cancel Thursday’s parliamentary meeting

 

 

Speaking today (Wednesday), House Speaker Wan Mohamad Noor Matha has defended his order to cancel the parliamentary sitting tomorrow, to select the prime minister, insisting that he has to wait for a ruling from the Constitutional Court on whether it will consider the petition from the ombudsman.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301765-house-speaker-defends-decision-to-cancel-thursday’s-parliamentary-meeting/

 

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Private sector voices serious concern over delay in government formation
 

Builders work at a construction site for a mixed-use development project in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok on July 1, 2023. (Photo by Alex OGLE / AFP)

Three leaders of Thailand’s private sector are urging the speedy formation of a new government, insisting that the country, particularly the national economy, cannot afford to wait up to ten months.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301766-private-sector-voices-serious-concern-over-delay-in-government-formation/

 

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Thanathorn ‘Not Holding Talks With Thaksin In Hong Kong’
by TNR Staff

 

Progressive Movement leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, right, and former prime minister/de facto Pheu Thai Party boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Photo: Matichon Weekly

 

THE PROGRESSIVE Movement denied their chairman Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit had flown to Hong Kong to hold talks with former prime minister and de facto Pheu Thai Party leader Thaksin Shinawatra, Naewna newspaper said this afternoon (July 26).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301767-thanathorn-‘not-holding-talks-with-thaksin-in-hong-kong’/