THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 16 August 2023

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The Move Forward party has agreed unanimously not to vote for Pheu Thai party’s prime ministerial candidate during the joint sitting of parliament.

 

Move Forward MPs will not vote for Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303680-move-forward-mps-will-not-vote-for-pheu-thai’s-prime-ministerial-candidate/

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Massage parlour raid reveals galaxy of illegal operations in Phuket

 

 

A spate of illegal operations was brought into sharp focus, after a massage parlour known as Universe Massage in Phuket was raided and its owner nabbed due to operating without requisite permissions. The drive to crack down on such infringing operations headlined by the Patong Police continues in earnest, with this instance being the third in just over a week.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303678-massage-parlour-raid-reveals-galaxy-of-illegal-operations-in-phuket/

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Deputy House speaker in hot water over a cold beer

 

 

A deputy House speaker, a Move Forward party MP, has landed in hot water over his online post showing him with a new craft beer, brewed in his hometown.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303667-deputy-house-speaker-in-hot-water-over-a-cold-beer/

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13 Fake Pharmacists Held In Raid On Drugstores
by TNR Staff 

 

Two of the 14 pharmacies raided by police and FDA officials. Photo: MNG Online

 

IN A raid on 14 pharmacies across Bangkok 13 unlicensed pharmacists were arrested on charges of selling cough syrup to teenagers that at very high doses can mimic the effects of illegal drugs ketamine, TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303690-13-fake-pharmacists-held-in-raid-on-drugstores/

 

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Srettha Alleged Of Involvement In Another Property Trading Scam
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Pheu Thai candidate for prime minister Srettha Thavisin. Photo: Thai Rath

 

REAL ESTATE TYCOON-TURNED-Pheu Thai prime-ministerial candidate Srettha Thavisin was again today (Aug.15) doubted he would ever run the country on basis of honesty and good governance, given allegations of his previous involvement in a suspected scam over a mega-million-baht property dealing.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303691-srettha-alleged-of-involvement-in-another-property-trading-scam/

 

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Dog Owner Forgives Youth for Shooting Incident

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In an incident that occurred on August 15, 2023, in Udon Thani, a Thai breed dog owner has chosen to extend forgiveness towards a young individual who perpetrated an unfortunate shooting incident involving her beloved pet.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303693-dog-owner-forgives-youth-for-shooting-incident/

 

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Traffic Police to Receive New Field-Ready Uniforms for Enhanced Safety and Performance

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

In a significant development, the Royal Thai Police are set to equip their traffic officers with brand-new field-ready uniforms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303694-traffic-police-to-receive-new-field-ready-uniforms-for-enhanced-safety-and-performance/

 

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German Man's Drunken Outburst: Sets Fire to His House and Burns Relative's Car

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

A German man, under the influence, reportedly set his own house ablaze and burned down a car, believed to be that of a relative, in a drunken fit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303697-german-mans-drunken-outburst-sets-fire-to-his-house-and-burns-relatives-car/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 16 August 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303698-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-16-august-2023/

 

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El Nino lowers Chao Phraya levels, predicted rain in 16 Thai provinces
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Ian, traveltin.net

 

Thailand’s National Water Command Centre (NWCC) has issued warnings regarding severe rainfalls predicted in 16 provinces, even as water levels around the Chao Phraya River are seen to decrease due to the El Nino weather conditions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303700-el-nino-lowers-chao-phraya-levels-predicted-rain-in-16-thai-provinces/

 

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Grab Thailand partners with Alipay, Kakao Pay to appeal to Chinese, Korean tourists
by Alex Morgan 

 

Worachat Luxkanalode, grab.com

 

Grab Thailand is entering a strategic alliance with Alipay and Kakao Pay to expand the payment alternatives available to Chinese and South Korean tourists who visit the country, an announcement from the company relayed. As the Thai tourism sector remains buoyant, Grab has identified Chinese tourists as pivotal to its strategy for this year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303704-grab-thailand-partners-with-alipay-kakao-pay-to-appeal-to-chinese-korean-tourists/

 

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Map Ta Phut port to see third phase by 2027, IEAT confident
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Reports from Thailand indicate that the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) remains optimistic about presenting the third phase of development of the Map Ta Phut deep-sea port in Rayong by the year 2027. The port, a notable part of ongoing development in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), is seen as an essential addition to Thailand’s infrastructure.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303712-map-ta-phut-port-to-see-third-phase-by-2027-ieat-confident/

 

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Rolls of redemption: Chinese woman forgives Thai driver after Rolls-Royce collision
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Twitter @RedSkullxxx

 

A Chinese woman’s remarkable display of forgiveness illuminated an incident involving a Thai pickup driver colliding with her 32 million baht Rolls-Royce on a motorway bridge near Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303591-rolls-royce-in-the-spotlight-repair-costs-unveiled-after-rear-end-collision/?do=findComment&comment=18278556

 

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Pita cleared of media share case, abrupt ‘about face’ from Thailand Elite : Tim Newton Today - August 16

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303718-pita-cleared-of-media-share-case-abrupt-‘about-face’-from-thailand-elite-tim-newton-today-august-16/

 

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Tourists flock to Khao Lom Muak for the most spectacular views in Prachuap Khiri Khan
By Online Reporter

 

 
Hundreds of tourists flocked to Khao Lom Muak, the mountain in Mueang Prachuap that offers some of the most spectacular views in the province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303720-tourists-flock-to-khao-lom-muak-for-the-most-spectacular-views-in-prachuap-khiri-khan/

 

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Thai it up: Weather officials forecast downpour throughout Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of vecstock, Freepik

 

The Thai Meteorological Department reveals today that across Thailand, intense rain is anticipated for 60% to 80% of the country, with some regions expected to experience heavy downpours. Particularly for Bangkok’s capital, afternoon to evening rain showers are expected.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303721-thai-it-up-weather-officials-forecast-downpour-throughout-thailand/

 

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AI being used to translate ancient Thai texts on traditional medicine into modern language
by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Artificial intelligence is now being used to translate ancient Thai texts on traditional medicine into modern language to make them more usable by interested parties.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303723-ai-being-used-to-translate-ancient-thai-texts-on-traditional-medicine-into-modern-language/

 

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Shell-shocked: Peculiar red-mouthed turtle shells out lottery luck in Prachin Buri
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Villagers in the Prachin Buri province dashed to a local temple to seek good fortune for today’s lottery following the appearance of a peculiar red-mouthed turtle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303725-shell-shocked-peculiar-red-mouthed-turtle-shells-out-lottery-luck-in-prachin-buri/

 

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Traffic police officers to start wearing new uniforms on September 15
by Namo Vananupong

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - People in Thailand will soon see traffic police officers in new uniforms. The Royal Thai Police has allocated a budget for the updated field uniforms, which are aimed at improving traffic police officers’ agility and safety. The new uniforms will be worn from September 15.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303694-traffic-police-to-receive-new-field-ready-uniforms-for-enhanced-safety-and-performance/?do=findComment&comment=18278729

 

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German man reportedly sets fire to house after Thai wife vanishes
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ชมรมข่าวสารกู้ภัย Thailand

 

A German man reportedly set fire to his house in the northern province of Phayao after his Thai wife disappeared for a few days. A team of firefighters managed to rescue the man who suffered burns across his body.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303697-german-mans-drunken-outburst-sets-fire-to-his-house-and-burns-relatives-car/?do=findComment&comment=18278749

 

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Phuket sea gypsies call for return of land leased to Mai Khao hotel

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Flickr/Brian Jeffery Beggerly

The Chao Ley, or sea gypsy community, in northern Phuket is petitioning officials to return ancestral land that has been leased to a hotel on Mai Khao Beach. They have been joined by a group of local activists, with representative Orawan Hanthaleh expressing concern about the alleged encroachment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303727-phuket-sea-gypsies-call-for-return-of-land-leased-to-mai-khao-hotel/

 

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New MOU addresses health issues among monks

by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Culture has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with related agencies to keep Buddhist monks nutritionally healthy. The ministry is encouraging faithful Buddhists to offer healthy diets to monks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303728-new-mou-addresses-health-issues-among-monks/

 

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Thailand-Vietnam bilateral trade expected reach US$25Bn next year

 

 

The Thai Chamber of Commerce has set a target to increase bilateral trade between Thailand and Vietnam to US$25 billion next year, with the expectation that young entrepreneurs and start-ups in the two countries will play an increasing role in achieving this, according to Sanan Angubolkul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) and Board of Trade.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303729-thailand-vietnam-bilateral-trade-expected-reach-us25bn-next-year/

 

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Patcharawat Wongsuwan: The link for Prawit and Thaksin to forge a new govt? 
 

Patcharawat Wongsuwan: Photo by MThai

Former national police chief Patcharawat Wongsuwan has been dragged from obscurity into the media spotlight with his recent appointment as chief adviser to the outgoing ruling party, Palang Pracharath.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303730-patcharawat-wongsuwan-the-link-for-prawit-and-thaksin-to-forge-a-new-govt /

 

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Alcohol advertising: Tightened restrictions urged amidst youth risk concerns
by Neill Fronde

 

Photo courtesy of Siamionau Pavel/Shutterstock

 

Further restrictions against alcohol advertising are being urged by the Alcohol Watch Network. Concerns centre around young people and new drinkers who are at risk due to various impacts on health, economy and society.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303733-alcohol-advertising-tightened-restrictions-urged-amidst-youth-risk-concerns/

 

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Aussie mum’s brave battle ends in poignant farewell
by Bob Scott

 

Pictures courtesy of 7News.

 

An Aussie mum who showed tremendous courage to emerge from a coma and fight against a brain injury yesterday finally succumbed to her injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303737-aussie-mum’s-brave-battle-ends-in-poignant-farewell/

 

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Missing man’s skeletal remains found in submerged pickup truck in Buriram pond
by Neill Fronde

 

A pickup truck was found in a Buriram pond containing the skeleton of a missing man. (via Sanook). Picture courtesy of Sanook

 

Villagers in Buriram irrigating their paddy fields were shocked when they came across the tail end of a pickup truck submerged in a large pond.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303745-missing-man’s-skeletal-remains-found-in-submerged-pickup-truck-in-buriram-pond/

 

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Price of packed rice to go up by ฿3/kg in September

 

 

The Thai Rice Packers Association has announced a 3 baht/kg price increase for packed rice, to 20 baht/kg, effective in September, citing increased production costs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303746-price-of-packed-rice-to-go-up-by-฿3kg-in-september/

 

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Paetongtarn in Dubai to meet Thaksin

 

 

Pheu Thai prime ministerial candidate Paetongtarn Shinawatra travelled to Dubai to meet her father Thaksin on Tuesday, to take him to an eye doctor, according to her Instagram account; Ingshin21.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303747-paetongtarn-in-dubai-to-meet-thaksin/

 

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Pak Chong district prays for rain to save rice and maize crops

 

 

Pak Chong district chief officer Kanatchon Sricharoen has presided over a religious rite, at a Chinese monastery in the district, to pray for rain to save the district’s dying rice and maize plants.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303769-pak-chong-district-prays-for-rain-to-save-rice-and-maize-crops/