THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 8 August 2023

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The Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties announced today (Monday) that they are joining hands to become the core in forming a new government.

 

Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai announce deal to form government

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302851-pheu-thai-and-bhumjaithai-announce-deal-to-form-government/

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Thailand’s 2023 inflation forecast to be 1-2%, the lowest in ASEAN

 

 

Thailand’s inflation rate is the lowest among the seven ASEAN countries which have already announced their rates, with inflation for the whole year expected to range between 1% and 2%, according to Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, director of the Commerce Ministry’s Trade Policy and Strategy Office.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302848-thailand’s-2023-inflation-forecast-to-be-1-2-the-lowest-in-asean/

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Protesters Block Pheu Thai Headquarters, Leaders Stuck Inside
by TNR Staff 

 

 

A GROUP of protesters tried to storm Pheu Thai Party headquarters today (Aug. 7) just as the leaders of both this and Bhumjaithai parties were announcing the latter joining a coalition government being forged by the former after which they blocked the gates to prevent them from leaving, Thai Rath newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302861-protesters-block-pheu-thai-headquarters-leaders-stuck-inside/

 

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‘Drive Out The Mouse, Smite The Cobras’ Campaign Slogan Merely Tongue In Cheek: Chonlanan
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Phue Thai leader Chonlanan Srikaew, right, holding hands of Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul, left, at today’s press conference while at left is a Pheu Thai campaign poster carrying the slogan “Drive Out the Mouse, Smite the Cobras”. Photo: Matichon

 

PHEU THAI LEADER Chonlanan Srikaew admitted today (Aug.7) one of his party’s electoral campaign catchphrases saying “Drive Out the Mouse, Smite the Cobras” was merely tongue in cheek.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302862-‘drive-out-the-mouse-smite-the-cobras’-campaign-slogan-merely-tongue-in-cheek-chonlanan/

 

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Spaniard highly likely to be handed down a death sentence for cruel, planned and callous murder
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

Scene from Monday’s crime reenactment on Ko Phangan as a legal representative appears to discuss proceedings with police as they escorted the accused Spanish man, Mr Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, to seven locations linked with the premeditated murder of Mr Edwin Arietta Arteaga on Wednesday, August 2nd last and the subsequent dismemberment and disposal of his body at sea and at refuse disposal points throughout the island.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302863-spaniard-highly-likely-to-be-handed-down-a-death-sentence-for-cruel-planned-and-callous-murder/

 

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Spaniard told police that his Colombian victim was blackmailing him over their homosexual affair
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

29-year-old Daniel Sancho Bronchalo has been transferred to Ko Samui Prison from Ko Phangan after confessing to the premeditated murder of Colombina national Mr Edwin Arietta Arteaga on Wednesday, August 2nd last. He told police investigators he faced blackmail to continue a homosexual affair with the 44-year-old plastic surgeon who had given him money to open a restaurant in Spain.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302864-spaniard-told-police-that-his-colombian-victim-was-blackmailing-him-over-their-homosexual-affair/

 

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Ex-police accused of demanding sex and money from fraud victim

by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by Adirach Toumlamoon via Wikipedia.

 

An ex-police officer stands accused of soliciting sexual favours and money from a woman via the LINE application, allegedly in exchange for advancing her fraud case. The former officer, however, denied the accusations, asserting that his LINE account had been compromised.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302865-ex-police-accused-of-demanding-sex-and-money-from-fraud-victim/

 

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Egyptian Man Arrested in Patong for Working at a Barber Shop
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – An Egyptian man and a female Thai owner were arrested at a barber shop in Patong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302866-egyptian-man-arrested-in-patong-for-working-at-a-barber-shop/

 

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Mould Spreading Rapidly In Newly-Purchased House in Khon Kaen
by TNR Staff

 

The newly-purchased mould-riddled house. Photos: Sanook.com

 

A YOUNG MAN who bought a new house in Khon Kaen province for 2.6 million baht around a year ago has over the past two months seen mould growing rapidly both on interior and exterior walls, Sanook.com said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302867-mould-spreading-rapidly-in-newly-purchased-house-in-khon-kaen/

 

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Tragic Accident: Buffalo Causes Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Rayong

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On 7th of August 2023, an incident occurred on Road 3376, situated in the bend of Chak Mak, Ban Chang, Rayong. A young man, Worawut (identity undisclosed), aged 25, was riding his motorcycle when he collided with a wandering buffalo, resulting in a fatal fall.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302869-tragic-accident-buffalo-causes-fatal-motorcycle-crash-in-rayong/

 

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Request for Investigation into Monks Wearing Bras

 

 

People in Khon Kaen request an investigation into three monks allegedly engaging in sexual activities and collecting points from worshippers at a temple.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302871-request-for-investigation-into-monks-wearing-bras/

 

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"UFO" in Pattaya Brings Color and Smiles to Locals and Tourists

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

In an amusing incident, a foreigner nicknamed "Uncle" in Pattaya, aged 63, created a UFO-like vehicle that roams the streets, adding colors and smiles to the town. Uncle previously gained attention when he designed a unique "Witch Riding a Broomstick" motorcycle that circled Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302872-ufo-in-pattaya-brings-color-and-smiles-to-locals-and-tourists/

 

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UPDATE: Boat Releasing Oil Into Phuket Sea to Face Legal Action
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – The Phuket Marine Office filed a report for legal action against a boat that released oil into the sea.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302749-oil-stains-found-on-some-phuket-beaches/?do=findComment&comment=18258344

 

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Large Snake Still on the Loose After Biting Pattaya Woman
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A 52-year-old Thai woman was bitten by a massive snake while descending from her home in Pattaya’s Soi Thung Klom Tan Man 22. The venomous culprit is still nowhere to be found.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302874-large-snake-still-on-the-loose-after-biting-pattaya-woman/

 

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Minor Found at Unlicensed Patong Massage Shop, Police Investigating
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong-A woman was arrested after she allegedly opened an unlicensed massage shop without permission and allowed a minor to work.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302875-minor-found-at-unlicensed-patong-massage-shop-police-investigating/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 8 August 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302876-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-8-august-2023/

 

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Opinion: In bed with the enemy
by Cod Satrusayang

 

The news that Pheu Thai is now in an alliance with the Bhumjai Thai Party to form a government should come as no surprise to longtime observers of Thai politics. Machiavellian measures always trumps ideals in this world.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302877-opinion-in-bed-with-the-enemy/

 

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Faulty transformer rattles Thai woman with massive electricity bill
by Nattapong Westwood

 

 A faulty transformer caused an electricity leak that skyrocketed a woman's power bill. (via iStock) Electricity Transformer, Istock

 

A Thai woman was blown away by an astronomical increase in her electricity bill, with charges skyrocketing from an average of 60 baht per month to an outrageous 11,357.47 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302888-faulty-transformer-rattles-thai-woman-with-massive-electricity-bill/

 

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Decadent novice monk accused of dressing as woman, selling sex, and partying in nightclubs
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ อีซ้อขยี้ข่าว2

Another case of monks behaving badly again emerged in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen after residents accused a young novice of dressing up as a woman, selling sex to other novices and monks in the temple and partying in nightclubs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302871-request-for-investigation-into-monks-wearing-bras/?do=findComment&comment=18258687

 

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Pha Ngan murderer ‘brought tools with him’, HM’s son returns to Thailand : Tim Newton Today - August 8

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302892-pha-ngan-murderer-‘brought-tools-with-him’-hm’s-son-returns-to-thailand-tim-newton-today-august-8/

 

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Coastal caper: Foreign thief takes a ‘wheely’ wild ride with unattended motorbike in Pattaya
by Top

 

Pictures courtesy of Pattaya News.

 

In the serene coastal town of Pattaya, a regular day veered off course when an opportunist foreign thief playfully “wheely”-ed away with an unwatched motorbike, melting into the bustling throng. This surprising escapade revved up the pressing query about individual safety and communal security in our day-to-day adventures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302894-coastal-caper-foreign-thief-takes-a-‘wheely’-wild-ride-with-unattended-motorbike-in-pattaya/

 

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Thai woman hospitalised after 2 taxi cars hit her in Hong Kong
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo by Shiqi ZHAO via Unsplash

 

Two taxis hit a Thai woman travelling in Hong Kong on Sunday, resulting in serious injuries that have left her unconscious and undergoing treatment at a local hospital.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302902-thai-woman-hospitalised-after-2-taxi-cars-hit-her-in-hong-kong/

 

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Sibling surprise: Thailand’s ex-PMs special guests at Cambodian PM’s birthday bash
by Mitch Connor

 

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, left, walks together with former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra in Phnom Penh on Saturday, August 5, 2023. PIcture courtesy of AP.

 

Thailand’s ex-prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, and his younger sibling, Yingluck, were notable guests at Cambodian PM’s birthday bash in Phenom Penh at the weekend.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302903-sibling-surprise-thailand’s-ex-pms-special-guests-at-cambodian-pm’s-birthday-bash/

 

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Triple tragedy: Thai taxi rider’s deadly ride ends in condo chaos
Photo of Petch Petpail

 

Photo via ThaiRath

A Thai motorcycle taxi rider murdered three victims at a condominium in Bangkok last night before taking his own life in front of the building. One victim survived despite being shot by the murderer. The grim sequence of events took place at a condo in the Lak Si district last night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302905-triple-tragedy-thai-taxi-rider’s-deadly-ride-ends-in-condo-chaos/

 

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UPDATE: Dismembered Body Parts Confirmed to be Columbian Man Killed by Spanish Partner
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: Matichon

Surat Thani — The forensic team has confirmed that the body parts found at a landfill on Thailand’s southern tourist island of Pha Ngan, Surat Thani, belong to a Colombian man believed to have been murdered by his Spanish lover.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302906-update-dismembered-body-parts-confirmed-to-be-columbian-man-killed-by-spanish-partner/

 

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Pheu Thai to Designate Protest Venue for Demonstrators

 

 

BANGKOK, Aug 8 (TNA) – The Pheu Thai party is considering to find a suitable protest venue for the demonstrators for safety after chaos yesterday when Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties held a press conference on the establishment of the new coalition.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302909-pheu-thai-to-designate-protest-venue-for-demonstrators/

 

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Grilling for love: Thai teen’s sizzle to support bedridden mother melts hearts in northeastern Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A heart-warming tale emerged in the district of Bua Yai, Nakhon Ratchasima province, of a 16 year old high school Thai girl selling grilled chicken to take care of her bedridden mother. The resourceful and caring teenager hopes to become a nurse in the future, a dream fuelled by her commitment to helping others.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302910-grilling-for-love-thai-teen’s-sizzle-to-support-bedridden-mother-melts-hearts-in-northeastern-thailand/

 

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Manchester United and Buriram United emerge as Thailand’s most loved football clubs
By Online Reporter

 

 

Football in Thailand is as popular as ever and recent poll results shed light on the prevailing loyalties of Thai fans, both for the English Premier League (EPL) and the Thai League 1.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302911-manchester-united-and-buriram-united-emerge-as-thailand’s-most-loved-football-clubs/

 

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Thailand targets long-haul tourists with new US, Saudi Arabia offices
by Neill Fronde

 

Iranian tourists arrive in Phuket, as the TAT targets US and Middle Eastern travellers. (via Phuket Info Center)

 

In an effort to boost tourists visiting, Thailand’s government will be establishing additional tourism offices in the United States and Saudi Arabia, stated the deputy spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302912-thailand-targets-long-haul-tourists-with-new-us-saudi-arabia-offices/

 

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Thai woman reveals abusive boyfriend’s horrific cat killing incident
by Neill Fronde Neill Fronde

 

A broken door is evidence of a violent boyfriend who once filmed himself killing a cat. (via Sanook)

 

In a recent case of extreme cruelty, a woman, known only as A, revealed her shocking breakup story. The split followed a series of violent acts by her boyfriend, which escalated to include the cold-blooded killing of a stray cat, all recorded on camera.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302913-thai-woman-reveals-abusive-boyfriend’s-horrific-cat-killing-incident/