THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 4 September 2023

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Monkeypox outbreak: Surge in cases among Thai teenagers
by Samantha Rose 

 

Photo: sharp.com

 

The rapid spread of the Monkeypox outbreak in Thailand has escalated alarmingly in a single month with 145 new cases, taking the total tally to 316. The youngest patient is a 16 year old male student with a history of multiple sexual partners.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305467-monkeypox-outbreak-surge-in-cases-among-thai-teenagers/

 

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Thailand eyes growth in pink economy by attracting international LGBTQ+ retirees
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Freepik

 

Thailand’s potential to expand its ‘pink economy’ through the attraction of international LGBTQ+ retirees was the highlight of a recent conference held in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305468-thailand-eyes-growth-in-pink-economy-by-attracting-international-lgbtq-retirees/

 

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Thonglor murder: Teen son arrested for suspected hammer killing of French father
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A violent incident unfolded in a condominium in Thonglor, as police arrested a 19 year old half-Thai man suspected of killing his French father with a hammer.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305469-thonglor-murder-teen-son-arrested-for-suspected-hammer-killing-of-french-father/

 

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Severe drought in Uthai Thani prompts wildlife migration, risks for locals
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Thana Boonlert, Bangkok Post

 

Uthai Thani’s Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary is grappling with a severe drought attributed to the El Nino phenomenon, prompting elephants and various other species to migrate into nearby regions in search of food, according to an official announcement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305480-severe-drought-in-uthai-thani-prompts-wildlife-migration-risks-for-locals/

 

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Visa focus from new government, Brit bashed in Pattaya : Tim Newton Today - Sep 4

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305483-visa-focus-from-new-government-brit-bashed-in-pattaya-tim-newton-today-sep-4/

 

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Gen Prawit Warns of Future Water Crisis, Urges Conservative Water Usage

by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, as head of the National Water Command, has warned all sectors of the impending water crisis, urging everyone to use water conservatively to help tackle issues stemming from climate change and El Nino.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305484-gen-prawit-warns-of-future-water-crisis-urges-conservative-water-usage/

 

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Fatal shooting in Chachoengsao leaves one dead
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A fatal shooting has taken place in Chachoengsao province, leaving a 43 year old man dead after a heated argument. The incident occurred at 10pm yesterday, in Tha Takiap district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305486-fatal-shooting-in-chachoengsao-leaves-one-dead/

 

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Thailand’s own Aquaman, ‘The Merman,’ rescues drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi 
by Bob Scott 

 

Picture of Scott Siranat courtesy of Facebook.

 

Thailand’s very own Aquaman showcased his heroic qualities last week when he saved a drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi, Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305488-thailand’s-own-aquaman-‘the-merman’-rescues-drowning-spanish-tourist-in-krabi/

 

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Thailand sees spike in monkeypox cases, especially among teenagers
 

 

The Department of Disease Control has expressed concern over a surge in monkeypox cases in Thailand, especially among young people, as 145 new cases, including a 16-year-old boy, were recorded in August alone.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305467-monkeypox-outbreak-surge-in-cases-among-thai-teenagers/?do=findComment&comment=18324426

 

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American TikToker and teacher arrested for sexually assaulting young Thai girl
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวนกกระจอก

 

Thai police arrested a renowned American TikToker and English language teacher in Bangkok for sexually assaulting a 16 year old Thai girl who is a student of his.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305460-us-english-teacher-arrested-for-sexual-relation-with-16-yo-student/?do=findComment&comment=18324444

 

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Violent altercation tragically claims life of Pathum Thani man
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 34 year old man was tragically killed in a violent altercation in a rented room in Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani, central Thailand. The incident, which occurred yesterday, at 8pm, was reported to the police by Wirawat Niyom Thatsap, a Khlong Luang Police Station investigator.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305489-violent-altercation-tragically-claims-life-of-pathum-thani-man/

 

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Boat capsize tragedy: Retail manager and friend drown in northeast Thailand reservoir
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A prominent 35 year old retail store manager, along with a friend, tragically drowned after their boat capsized due to a leak in a reservoir in Nakhon Phanom province, northeast Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305490-boat-capsize-tragedy-retail-manager-and-friend-drown-in-northeast-thailand-reservoir/

 

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Phang Nga Deputy Governor found dead at a hotel in Phuket
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ M KaJorn Udomphol.
 

The Deputy Governor of Phang Nga province in the southern part of Thailand died at a hotel in Phuket. The cause of his death is believed to be a heart attack.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305491-phang-nga-deputy-governor-found-dead-at-a-hotel-in-phuket/

 

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Thai PM Srettha will not attend ASEAN summits this week
 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin

Jakarta – Newly elected Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will not be able to attend the ASEAN summit later this week in Jakarta, because his government is yet to take an oath and deliver a policy statement to parliament.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305493-thai-pm-srettha-will-not-attend-asean-summits-this-week/

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Electric car fire: Week-old million baht vehicle ignites in Udon Thani mall
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A week-old electric car costing over a million baht, suddenly caught fire while being charged in front of a shopping mall in Udon Thani, northeast Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305494-electric-car-fire-week-old-million-baht-vehicle-ignites-in-udon-thani-mall/

 

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Tidal wave: Satun beach road left in ruins, affecting 2,500 households

by Nattapong Westwood
 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

An intense tidal wave, coupled with rising sea levels, caused severe damage to a cement road along Hua Hin beach in the Satun province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305495-tidal-wave-satun-beach-road-left-in-ruins-affecting-2500-households/

 

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Thai Rice Exports Up 11.9% YOY

by Paul Rujopakarn

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s rice exports surged 11.9% year-on-year to 5.29 million tons as of August 29 this year, according to recently released data.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305496-thai-rice-exports-up-119-yoy/

 

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Frustration mounts over costly and limited professional teacher exam registration in Thailand
by Neill Fronde

 

Photo: Peelings media/Istock

 

Social media was ablaze yesterday with complaints about the online application process for the professional teacher exam. Internet users were left frustrated by the high cost and limited availability of spaces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305497-frustration-mounts-over-costly-and-limited-professional-teacher-exam-registration-in-thailand/

 

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New Thai PM to renovate Government House media centres

 

 

Prime Minister-elect Srettha Thavisin said today (Monday) that what he intends to do with the media centres in Government House is renovation, not demolition.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305512-new-thai-pm-to-renovate-government-house-media-centres/

 

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Three treasure hunters nabbed with over 1,000 antiques

 

 

Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers have arrested three treasure hunters and seized over 1,000 antique items, some of which are thought to be over 1,600 years old.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305513-three-treasure-hunters-nabbed-with-over-1000-antiques/

 

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Nobel Laureate urges youth to embrace entrepreneurship and technology for social good

 

 

Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, the iconic advocate for social entrepreneurship and micro finance, was recently in Bangkok to inaugurate the Yunus Centre in Thailand. With his profound influence on global social business and technology, Professor Yunus continues to inspire change-makers worldwide. In this exclusive interview, Nattha Komolvadhin delves into Yunus’s perspectives on technology, the younger generation and his unwavering commitment to social entrepreneurship.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305515-nobel-laureate-urges-youth-to-embrace-entrepreneurship-and-technology-for-social-good/

 

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Sriracha oil spill under control

 

 

An oil spill at a Single Buoy Mooring (SBM-2) of PTT subsidiary Thai Oil, at its refinery in Sriracha, Chonburi province, is now under control.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305516-sriracha-oil-spill-under-control/

 

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Thailand: A Preferred Destination for Remote Work

 

 

Thailand is a fantastic destination for remote work to enjoy the work-life balance with a choice of wonderful destinations and all of them easily accessible.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305518-thailand-a-preferred-destination-for-remote-work/

 

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Thai leadership insights: Decade-long study proves remarkably accurate

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A decade-long research study on Thai leadership, conducted by an executive and Professor Bruce McKenzie, demonstrated remarkable accuracy. This study, based on global data and insights from diverse Thai groups, offered a comprehensive perspective on leadership.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305519-thai-leadership-insights-decade-long-study-proves-remarkably-accurate/

 

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New Thai Cabinet prioritises economic recovery, property and tourism sectors

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The newly confirmed Cabinet, featuring many Pheu Thai Party members, is focusing on economic recovery matters and pledged to reduce energy costs to ease financial burdens.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305520-new-thai-cabinet-prioritises-economic-recovery-property-and-tourism-sectors/

 

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Government economy plan: Cost of living cuts, fuel and electricity price adjustments

 

Photo Courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

The government plans to announce initiatives to reduce living costs and boost the economy in an upcoming Cabinet meeting. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat revealed these measures would involve changes to diesel and electricity prices.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305521-government-economy-plan-cost-of-living-cuts-fuel-and-electricity-price-adjustments/

 

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Justice whispers: Thaksin’s sentence may shrink yet

 

Photo by Sakchai Lalit via AP

 

Undisclosed sources within the Justice Ministry leaked news that the sentences handed to Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra could be reduced further.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305522-justice-whispers-thaksin’s-sentence-may-shrink-yet/

 

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Strong waves warning in Krabi, Andaman Sea, and Gulf of Thailand

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Nopparat Thara Beach National Park in Krabi issued a weather warning for high waves, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. The park has advised caution for all marine activities within its jurisdiction.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305524-strong-waves-warning-in-krabi-andaman-sea-and-gulf-of-thailand/

 

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Bangkok’s multinational ambitions drive forward: BMA seeks government support

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Metropolitan Council Homepage

 

The drive to establish Bangkok as a multinational hub has gained momentum, with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) expressing intent to garner government backing for the initiative. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, yesterday, announced the intent to align the BMA’s policy with that of the government to stimulate the city’s economy and job creation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305526-bangkok’s-multinational-ambitions-drive-forward-bma-seeks-government-support/

 

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Rapist arrested after challenging police to apprehend him

 

Photo via Facebook/ สืบนครบาล IDMB

 

Police arrested a rapist yesterday who physically and sexually assaulted a 17 year old girl in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. The sex offender also taunted the police prior to the arrest, saying, “You will never catch me.”

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305527-rapist-arrested-after-challenging-police-to-apprehend-him/