THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 10 August 2023

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The political party registrar has rejected three petitions demanding the dissolutions of the Pheu Thai, Move Forward and Palang Pracharath parties.

 

Petitions demanding dissolution of Pheu Thai, Move Forward and Palang Pracharath rejected

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303100-petitions-demanding-dissolution-of-pheu-thai-move-forward-and-palang-pracharath-rejected/

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Indian Tourist in Pattaya Injured in a Brawl with Fellow Indian Nationals Over a Thai Woman

 

 

An Indian tourist in Pattaya was seriously injured after brawling with his compatriots, reportedly over a Thai woman.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303083-indian-tourist-in-pattaya-injured-in-a-brawl-with-fellow-indian-nationals-over-a-thai-woman/

 

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Contingency in Place for Possible Thaksin Return

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam recently revealed that a contingency plan has been devised in anticipation of the potential return of fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303066-contingency-in-place-for-possible-thaksin-return/

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Prachuap Khiri Khan sees 30.72% increase in tourists in first half of 2023
By Online Reporter

 

Tourists on Hua Hin beach, file photo

Prachuap Khiri Khan province saw a rebound in its tourism numbers during the first half of 2023, according to new data.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303113-prachuap-khiri-khan-sees-3072-increase-in-tourists-in-first-half-of-2023/

 

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Middle Eastern Tourists Pose Policing Challenges in Pattaya

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

From a case involving a group of Middle Eastern tourists who rented cars and caused disturbances in Pattaya city, the local authorities are grappling with the situation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303114-middle-eastern-tourists-pose-policing-challenges-in-pattaya/

 

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Police Vigilant as 'Thaksin' Plans Return: No Assassination Moves Detected

 

 

Lt. Gen. Prachuap Wongsuksuk, Deputy Commissioner, reiterated that the National Police Bureau has plans and readiness to receive Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister, even if his return is postponed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303115-police-vigilant-as-thaksin-plans-return-no-assassination-moves-detected/

 

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Woman Defrauded of Over 1 Million Baht in Fake Land Department App Scam

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

A young woman, identified as Miss Praweenamai Baikloy, a TV news presenter, reported to the police after falling victim to a phone scam involving a counterfeit land department application. She revealed a loss of more than 1 million baht in unauthorized transactions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303128-woman-defrauded-of-over-1-million-baht-in-fake-land-department-app-scam/

 

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Robbie Robertson, leader of The Band, dies aged 80

 

FILE - Robbie Robertson performing with The Band in San Francisco in 1976

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303130-robbie-robertson-leader-of-the-band-dies-aged-80/

 

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 10 August 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303134-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-10-august-2023/

 

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Thaksin's return promises 'many surprises', the bridge to Koh Samui : Tim Newton Today - August 10

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303145-thaksins-return-promises-many-surprises-the-bridge-to-koh-samui-tim-newton-today-august-10/

 

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Tragic twist: Teenager shoots parents with father’s firearm in northeast Thailand
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

Police apprehended an 18 year old man who shot his parents with his father’s gun at the family residence in the Mukdaharn province of northeastern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303148-tragic-twist-teenager-shoots-parents-with-father’s-firearm-in-northeast-thailand/

 

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Communication Lines Disrupt Village Life, Residents Call for Action

 

Photo: Siam Rath

 

On August 10, 2566, news reports highlighted the plight of villagers in Tambon Kut Du, Nong Sang District, Nong Bua Lamphu Province, as communication cables entangled their doorsteps, making movement difficult. Customers hesitated to enter stores due to the tangled wires.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303149-communication-lines-disrupt-village-life-residents-call-for-action/

 

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Thailand elevates health and wellness tourism to global excellence with exclusive trade meet
by Thaiger

 

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is proud to announce a significant step forward in advancing Thai health and wellness tourism through the Amazing Thailand Health and Wellness New Chapters New Experience Exclusive Trade Meet 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303150-thailand-elevates-health-and-wellness-tourism-to-global-excellence-with-exclusive-trade-meet/

 

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High-stakes crackdown: Chiang Mai’s administrative ace raids gambling dens
by Petch Petpailin

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Chiang Mai administrative team, led by Ronnarong Tipsiri, swooped on several prominent gambling dens operating in the heart of the city.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303151-high-stakes-crackdown-chiang-mai’s-administrative-ace-raids-gambling-dens/

 

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Feasibility Study Expedited for Government Spaceport Project

 

 

The government is speeding up a feasibility study into the establishment of a spaceport to capitalize on space-related industries and boost economic gains. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303152-feasibility-study-expedited-for-government-spaceport-project/

 

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Construction innovation with the longest concrete beams in Thailand
byMitch Connor

 

In a groundbreaking development, a meeting was held on a Wednesday morning at Pattaya’s Lieb Tang Rodfai Villas to discuss innovative concrete solutions for the construction of the new Zenith Residences Pattaya, a luxury housing project comprising seven large residences.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303153-construction-innovation-with-the-longest-concrete-beams-in-thailand/

 

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Pickup truck collision leads to electrifying fatal accident in Chon Buri
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A fatal accident occurred in Chon Buri when a pickup truck collided with a parked bus and electrocution ensued due to the impact on a high-voltage electric post, causing three sections to snap. The driver of the pickup lost his life, along with his severed leg which was discovered nearby.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303154-pickup-truck-collision-leads-to-electrifying-fatal-accident-in-chon-buri/

 

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Rolled dice: Police shuffled as casino thrives under their watch in Chiang Mai
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ศูนย์ปฏิบัติการบังคับใช้กฎหมายพนักงานฝ่ายปกครอง

 

Five police officers were transferred for recklessness after allowing gambling dens to operate under their noses following a Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) raid at the 89 CLUB Casino, in Chiang Mai province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303151-high-stakes-crackdown-chiang-mai’s-administrative-ace-raids-gambling-dens/?do=findComment&comment=18264146

 

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Field of fire: Suspected drug dealer’s clash ends in fatal shot in northern Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of SuperSafetyThailand

 

A suspected drug dealer was fatally shot after a gunfight in a secluded rice field in the Amnat Charoen Province, Thailand. Having previously fled law enforcement, the 36 year old man was discovered in his hideout yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303157-field-of-fire-suspected-drug-dealer’s-clash-ends-in-fatal-shot-in-northern-thailand/

 

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"Buriram Marathon 2024" Night Run Attracts Over 30,000 Participants

by Krajangwit Johjit

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The renowned "Buriram Marathon 2024" is gearing up for its eighth annual installment, set to take place at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram Province. With over 30,000 runners expected to take part, the event is set to make history as the largest gathering of its kind in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303159-buriram-marathon-2024-night-run-attracts-over-30000-participants/

 

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Office Worker Raises Concerns Over Unofficial Fine Collection for Cigarette Butt Littering

 

 

In a recent incident, a young office worker, Ms. E (pseudonym), aged 26, alleged that she was approached by personnel resembling officials near Pattaya's Bali Hai Pier.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303160-office-worker-raises-concerns-over-unofficial-fine-collection-for-cigarette-butt-littering/

 

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Police Urged To Stop Tourists Partying On Jomtien Beach All Night
by TNR Staff

 

 

LOCAL residents in Pattaya have urged the authorities to crackdown on tourists partying on Jomtien beach after midnight till 7 a.m. in the morning with the loud music they play preventing them from sleeping, Amarin TV said today (Aug. 10).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303162-police-urged-to-stop-tourists-partying-on-jomtien-beach-all-night/

 

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Sluggish tourism business forecast over Mother’s Day weekend
 

 

Tourism-related business during the August 12th-14th Mother’s Day long weekend in Thailand is not expected to be as active as it was during the same period last year, due to the high prices of fuel, goods and services, which are the main obstacles to traveling and spending, according to Yuthasak Supasorn, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303163-sluggish-tourism-business-forecast-over-mother’s-day-weekend/

 

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Unholy exodus: Monks, novices, and altar boy expelled for unveiling corrupt abbot
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via ThaiRath.

 

Eight monks, along with novices and an altar boy were expelled from the Saeng Tham Khiri Monastery after they exposed the cloister’s corrupt abbot. As a result, they find themselves homeless, embarking on a directionless journey in Chachoengsao, located in south-central Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303164-unholy-exodus-monks-novices-and-altar-boy-expelled-for-unveiling-corrupt-abbot/

 

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Is Thaksin sending a message back home by visiting Cambodia?
By Thai PBS World’s Regional Desk

 

Thaksin and his sister Yingluck Shinawatra joined Hun Sen’s birthday party at his residence in Takhmao, on the outskirts of Phnom Penh on August 5, 2023.

The presence of two former Thai premiers — Thaksin Shinawatra and his sister Yingluck — in Cambodia on August 5 was not only a personal visit to celebrate strongman Hun Sen’s birthday but also a clear message for the establishment of the new government in Bangkok, experts said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303167-is-thaksin-sending-a-message-back-home-by-visiting-cambodia/

 

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Sri Racha Man Savagely Assaults Peer with Knife Over Borrowed Cell Phone
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Sri Racha — A man was arrested in Sri Racha on Tuesday afternoon, August 8th, after he brutally attacked his friend with a knife.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303168-sri-racha-man-savagely-assaults-peer-with-knife-over-borrowed-cell-phone/

 

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Violent pre-Founder’s Day clash leaves three students injured in Bangkok
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo via Khaosod

 

A notorious group of students yesterday initiated a pre-Founder’s Day violence spree in a neighbourhood of Bangkok. The attack targeted another group involving explosives, knives and firearms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303169-violent-pre-founder’s-day-clash-leaves-three-students-injured-in-bangkok/

 

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Flood warnings for 8 provinces in Thailand’s north and NE

By Peter Roche

 

 

Eight provinces near the Mekong River are at risk of flooding due to heavy rainfall from today until next Tuesday, August 15.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303170-flood-warnings-for-8-provinces-in-thailand’s-north-and-ne/

 

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Pattaya Motorbike Rider Brawls with Kuwaiti Tourist over Traffic Accident
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A group of Thai men clashed with Kuwaiti tourists over a minor traffic accident in South Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303171-pattaya-motorbike-rider-brawls-with-kuwaiti-tourist-over-traffic-accident/

 

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Move Forward undecided on whether to support Pheu Thai’s PM candidate

 

 

The Move Forward party has not yet decided whether it will vote in support of Pheu Thai party’s prime ministerial candidate, Srettha Thavisin, party leader Pita Limjaroenrat said yesterday (Wednesday).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303175-move-forward-undecided-on-whether-to-support-pheu-thai’s-pm-candidate/