Thai actress among 31 charged over illicit cyanide procurement
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture of Preechaya "Ice" Phongthananikorn courtesy of Facebook.

 

Deputy National Police General Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn revealed that 31 individuals, including renowned Thai actress Preechaya “Ice” Phongthananikorn, are set to be summoned by the police next week.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304513-thai-actress-among-31-charged-over-illicit-cyanide-procurement/

 

Teenage couple arrested for canal-side murder in Chiang Mai
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Nation TV.

Police arrested a teenage couple after they murdered a Thai man on a road along an irrigation canal in the northern province of Chiang Mai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304516-teenage-couple-arrested-for-canal-side-murder-in-chiang-mai/

 

US congratulates Thailand’s new PM
 

Photo : US Secretary of State Antony Blinken//AFP

The United States has congratulated Srettha Thavisin on his appointment as the new prime minister of Thailand, saying it wants to strengthen the bilateral relationship further.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304517-us-congratulates-thailand’s-new-pm/

 

Cyber-crime police warn public about “digital wallet” scam
 

 

Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) has warned members of the public not to fall victim to scammers sending short messages (SMS), informing them that they now have access to the 10,000 baht subsidy, under the “digital wallet” scheme, and should contact officials.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304518-cyber-crime-police-warn-public-about-“digital-wallet”-scam/

 

Narrow escape at sea: Quick action prevents speedboat disaster off Phuket’s coast
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A near-drowning incident involving five individuals on a speedboat off the coast of Maithon Island, Phuket, was averted by swift action from local authorities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304520-narrow-escape-at-sea-quick-action-prevents-speedboat-disaster-off-phuket’s-coast/

 

China’s economic woes are becoming Thailand’s export and tourism woes

By Peter Roche

 

 

Concerns about a drop in exports to China, along with a drop in Chinese tourists heading to Thailand, is fuelling concerns, especially in tourist-dependent areas, like Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304521-china’s-economic-woes-are-becoming-thailand’s-export-and-tourism-woes/

 

More felicitations pour in from India and UK for new Thailand premier

 

India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Srettha Thavisin, saying “Heartiest congratulations @Thavisin on your election as the Prime Minister of Thailand.”

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304522-more-felicitations-pour-in-from-india-and-uk-for-new-thailand-premier/

 

New PM Srettha Meets with Caretaker PM

 

Photo Cr. Thai Koo Fah

BANGKOK, Aug 24 (TNA) – Srettha Thavisin, the new Prime Minister on Thursday met with Gen Prayuth Chan-o-cha, the current caretaker Prime Minister at Government House to seek advice before formally assuming the position.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304524-new-pm-srettha-meets-with-caretaker-pm/

 

16 renegade Democrat MPs say they are still in the opposition camp

 

 

The 16 rebel Democrat MPs, who voted in support of Srettha Thavisin’s prime ministerial candidacy on Tuesday, insist that they are still with the opposition, unless they are invited to join the Pheu Thai-led coalition government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304539-16-renegade-democrat-mps-say-they-are-still-in-the-opposition-camp/

 

Probe sought into alleged double standard treatment of prisoner Thaksin

 

 

A group of people gathered at the Ministry of Justice today (Thursday), demanding an investigation into the conduct of the director-general of Corrections Department for alleged double standards in the treatment of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, claiming that he is being treated as a “VIP guest.”

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304577-justice-ministry-accused-of-granting-undue-privileges-to-thaksin/?do=findComment&comment=18300097

 

Ailing Thaksin can have visitors from August 28

 

 

Thaksin Shinawatra, who is receiving medical treatment at the Police General Hospital, can receive visits from blood relatives from August 28, said Bangkok Remand Prison chief Nastee Thongplad on Thursday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304391-thaksin-helicoptered-to-police-hospital-at-3am-after-feeling-ill-says-department-of-corrections/?do=findComment&comment=18299363

 

Cabinet Lineup Expected Next Week

 

 

BANGKOK, Aug 24 (TNA) – Pheu Thai list MP Somsak Thepsuthin expects the cabinet lineup will be concluded next week.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304541-cabinet-lineup-expected-next-week/

 

Citizens Await Digital Money, Hoping to Boost Economy

 

 

CHIANG MAI, Aug 24 (TNA) – Citizens are eagerly awaiting the implementation of the Pheu Thai Party’s policy’s 10,000 baht in digital money, hoping it will stimulate the economy and ease the financial burden on their families.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304542-citizens-await-digital-money-hoping-to-boost-economy/

 

International motorcycle gang and Indonesian drug syndicate nabbed in Thailand crackdown

 

Picture courtesy of Thairath

 

An international motorcycle gang and a major Indonesian drug gang, both of whom had fled to Thailand, have been apprehended in a sweeping operation by the Thai Immigration Bureau (IB). The series of arrests also included the capture of a notorious human trafficking network operating in the Sa Kaeo province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304544-international-motorcycle-gang-and-indonesian-drug-syndicate-nabbed-in-thailand-crackdown/

 

Breast cancer screenings now available to all insured Thai citizens

 

Photo courtesy of NHSO

 

The National Health Security Office (NHSO) of Thailand announced that breast cancer screenings will now be available to all Thai citizens insured under any healthcare scheme, conditional on certain criteria.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304545-breast-cancer-screenings-now-available-to-all-insured-thai-citizens/

 

Twisted affairs unveiled: Mistress weaves crooked web of deceit

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

The confrontation between a married woman and her husband’s mistress yesterday uncovered a complex crooked web of deceit in Bangkok. The mistress, who was injured after being stabbed by her lover’s wife, is also married. The mistress’ husband had no idea about the secret affair that later led to her injury.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304424-love-money-and-revenge-thai-wife’s-fury-leads-to-stabbing-of-husband’s-mistress/?do=findComment&comment=18299445

 

Chemical tank explosion causes panic in Bangkok district

 

A chemical tank explosion in Bangkok frightened many, but injured none. (via Fire and Rescue Thailand)

 

A dramatic scene in Bangkok’s Bang Bon district on a Thursday morning saw a chemical tank at Chalermchaicharn Co, a printing ink factory, suddenly erupted in an explosive burst. This chemical tank explosion incident, although unsettling, thankfully did not result in any significant injuries or fatalities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304546-chemical-tank-explosion-causes-panic-in-bangkok-district/

Buriram locals rally for repairs after 50 years of dismay

 

A road in Buriram has gone without repair for 50 years, prompting protests from villagers. (via KhaoSod)

 

Residents of Kok Pho in Buriram expressed their dismay at the state of a dilapidated road that has been in a state of disrepair for over 50 years, causing numerous accidents and commuting a challenge. They urgently request relevant authorities to expedite road repairs.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304547-buriram-locals-rally-for-repairs-after-50-years-of-dismay/

 

Motorcycle driver charged after road rage incident with bus in Phuket

 

A motorcycle driver with road rage used his helmet to smash out a bus window in Phuket. (via Eakkapop Thongtub)

 

A heated altercation between a tour bus driver and a Grab motorcycle driver yesterday led to police intervention on the main route through Pa Khlok, Phuket. The incident, which took place near the PTT petrol station, resulted in the bus driver’s side window being shattered.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304548-motorcycle-driver-charged-after-road-rage-incident-with-bus-in-phuket/

 

Whale of a surprise: Rare humpback sighting stuns off Phuket’s coast

 

Picture courtesy of Charoen Chanaphon via Phuket Info Centre

 

The incredibly rare sight of a humpback whale was spotted off the coast of Phuket this morning. Charoen Chanaphon, a tour boat operator, reported the unusual encounter. Sailing from Phuket towards Phi Phi island around 11.45am today, he noticed the majestic mammal. The tour boat operator did not confirm if any tourists were present on the boat during the whale’s sighting.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304549-whale-of-a-surprise-rare-humpback-sighting-stuns-off-phuket’s-coast/

 

Train drivers prevent disaster, stopping just metres from man on tracks

 

Fast-acting train operators saved a man from being stuck and killed on the tracks. (via กัปตันอินเทรน - Captain in Train Facebook)

 

The near-death experience of an unidentified man was shared by a train driver on the Captain in Train Facebook page. The video showed a mysterious man standing on the train tracks, apparently hoping to be hit. The driver, Choonya Sathiranon and his colleague Thepnurak Choochuai, working in the Hat Yai district, Songkhla, South Thailand were operating express train number 169 when they spotted the man standing in the middle of the tracks.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304550-train-drivers-prevent-disaster-stopping-just-metres-from-man-on-tracks/

 

Late-night robbery rattles furniture store, owner counts losses

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A late-night robbery at Jareon Sap Furniture Store in the Mueang district of Phatthalung left the owner reeling, with damages amounting to more than 8,000 baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304551-late-night-robbery-rattles-furniture-store-owner-counts-losses/

 

Thai businessman rapes 13 year old girl who falls victim to job scam

 

Photo via Facebook/ มูลนิธิ วิน วิน

 

A non-profit organisation demanded the Royal Thai Police punish a businessman who raped a 13 year old schoolgirl after he lured the girl into working as a maid at his company in the central province of Kanchanaburi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304552-thai-businessman-rapes-13-year-old-girl-who-falls-victim-to-job-scam/

 

DDPM offical’s drink driving wreck raises glass and eyebrows

 

Photo via Facebook/ ปฏิบัติการหมาเฝ้าบ้าน

 

A Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) employee was accused of being drunk and disorderly at the wheel after causing an accident while driving an official company car. Several broken bottles of wine were found inside the woman’s vehicle after the accident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304553-ddpm-offical’s-drink-driving-wreck-raises-glass-and-eyebrows/

 

Phayao government official under investigation for accident involving state vehicle

 

One government official learned today that if you're going to use a state vehicle for private use, you better not crash it. (via KhaoSod)

 

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) ordered an investigation into a government official in Phayao province. The woman in question was caught using a state vehicle for personal use. The government official may have escaped with the abuse of state property for personal use, except that, while driving the car, she crashed the vehicle.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304553-ddpm-offical’s-drink-driving-wreck-raises-glass-and-eyebrows/?do=findComment&comment=18299521

 

Prayut asks me to move past conflicts : Srettha

 

 

New Thai PM Srettha Thavisin said that outgoing PM Prayut Chan-o-cha asked him to move past conflicts, so that the country can move forward.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304554-prayut-asks-me-to-move-past-conflicts-srettha/

 

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