THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 6 September 2023

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Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, the deputy national police, is in Cambodia today (Tuesday) to seek cooperation from police there in the arrests of nine Thai and Chinese suspects working in a call centre gang.

 

Deputy police chief in Cambodia seeking help to track down call centre gang members

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305634-deputy-police-chief-in-cambodia-seeking-help-to-track-down-call-centre-gang-members/

 

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Lack of compromise delays House Standing Committee chair assignments

 

 

A meeting of political parties to assign the chairs of 35 House Standing Committees yesterday (Monday) made no progress, as the parties refused to compromise, according to Pichet Chuamuangphan, second deputy House spokesman.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305622-lack-of-compromise-delays-house-standing-committee-chair-assignments/

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Dengue Fever Claims 3 Lives in Chonburi, as Cases Top 2,900 Last Week
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Chonburi — Chonburi is grappling with dengue fever after over 2,900 people have been infected with the disease and 3 killed during the last week, Banglamung District Public Health officials said at a health situation update conference on September 4th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305642-dengue-fever-claims-3-lives-in-chonburi-as-cases-top-2900-last-week/

 

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Pattaya City Revolutionizes Tourism with the TAGTHAi Pattaya Pass App
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: PRPATTAYA

Pattaya — Pattaya City embraces a new tourism era with the launch of the “TAGTHAi Pattaya Pass” on September 4th, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305643-pattaya-city-revolutionizes-tourism-with-the-tagthai-pattaya-pass-app/

 

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Khao Kheow Zoo in Sri Racha to Celebrate the 58th Birthday of Mother Jasmine, Thailand’s Oldest Hippo
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

PHOTO: Khao Kheow Open Zoo

Sri Racha – The Khao Kheow Open Zoo is inviting people to join Mother Jasmine’s birthday celebration on September 8th, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305644-khao-kheow-zoo-in-sri-racha-to-celebrate-the-58th-birthday-of-mother-jasmine-thailand’s-oldest-hippo/

 

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Minors Found at Entertainment Venue in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – An owner of an entertainment venue was arrested after minors were found partying at the business, say Patong Police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305645-minors-found-at-entertainment-venue-in-patong/

 

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Tuk Tuk Taxi Driver Surrenders in Patong After Shooting Fellow Taxi Driver
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – A Tuk Tuk taxi driver has surrendered after shooting another Tuk Tuk taxi driver, who sustained serious injuries. The two men worked at the same taxi stand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305646-tuk-tuk-taxi-driver-surrenders-in-patong-after-shooting-fellow-taxi-driver/

 

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Pheu Thai Govt To Be Slammed If ‘Inmate’ Thaksin Allowed Out Of Jail For Long: Academic
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Pheu Thai de facto boss Thaksin Shinawatra upon his arrival at Don Mueang Airport on Aug. 22, 2023. Photo: Sanook.com

 

THE CONFIDENCE of the Pheu Thai-led government under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will be adversely affected if de facto party boss Thaksin Shinawatra continues to literally keep himself as a convicted inmate out of jail for longer than appropriate, according to a noted academic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305647-pheu-thai-govt-to-be-slammed-if-‘inmate’-thaksin-allowed-out-of-jail-for-long-academic/

 

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Suriya Puts Off Capping Bangkok Train Fares At 20 Baht Per Trip
by TNR Staff 

 

Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit. Top photo: Amarin TV, photo: Naewna

 

TRANSPORT Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit said this afternoon (Sep. 5) the Pheu Thai campaign pledge to cap Bangkok electric train fares at 20 baht a trip is not being written in the coalition government’s policy statement to be delivered to Parliament but it could possibly be implemented in two years’ time, Naewna newspaper and Amarin TVsaid.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305648-suriya-puts-off-capping-bangkok-train-fares-at-20-baht-per-trip/

 

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PM Buys Luxury Van Out Of Own Pocket
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin arrived at Government House in his new Lexus LM350H Executive luxury van. Photo Naewna

 

PRIME MINISTER SRETTHA Thavisin has spent some money out of his own pocket to buy a luxury van for use, either official or private.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305650-pm-buys-luxury-van-out-of-own-pocket/

 

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Cyanide murder mastermind loses defamation case
by Neill Fronde

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Criminal Court has dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by Sararat Rangsivuthaphan, known as Am, the alleged mastermind behind several murder cases involving cyanide, against Rapee Chumnanruen, who coordinated on behalf of the victims.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305651-cyanide-murder-mastermind-loses-defamation-case/

 

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Truck Collision Causes Several Injuries on Elevated Bridge

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On September 5th, CCTV footage captured a dramatic accident involving a 6-wheel truck veering off its lane, smashing into the rear of a trailer before swerving and hitting a van transporting employees. The incident resulted in multiple injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305652-truck-collision-causes-several-injuries-on-elevated-bridge/

 

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Arrest Warrant Issued for Former Pattaya Mayor Over Condo Approval Case

 

 

On September 5th, reports emerged that a court in Rayong, responsible for corruption cases, had issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Itthipol Khunpluem.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305653-arrest-warrant-issued-for-former-pattaya-mayor-over-condo-approval-case/

 

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Electrical Poles in Middle of Road Pose Danger to Khon Kaen Residents

 

 

Residents of Khon Kaen province are raising concerns over high-voltage electrical poles positioned directly in the middle of an unlit road. This alarming situation extends for nearly 200 meters and relevant authorities have quickly initiated corrective actions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305654-electrical-poles-in-middle-of-road-pose-danger-to-khon-kaen-residents/

 

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Assessing the impact of a strengthening US Dollar on Srettha’s administration
By Arun Saronchai

 

In the realm of global finance, exchange rates serve as a crucial indicator of economic stability and prospects.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305658-assessing-the-impact-of-a-strengthening-us-dollar-on-srettha’s-administration/

 

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Palm oil factory fire in Patthalung causes over 3 million baht in damages
by Samantha Rose

 

Illustration: Factory being engulfed in a fire. Photo: Freepik

 

A palm oil factory in Patthalung was engulfed in flames, resulting in losses exceeding 3 million baht. The blaze required assistance from several water trucks to bring it under control.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305659-palm-oil-factory-fire-in-patthalung-causes-over-3-million-baht-in-damages/

 

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Thai Police bust call centre gang linked to triple-murder case
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Yesterday, Thailand’s national police force made significant progress in cracking down on an infamous call centre gang, implicated in a shocking triple-murder case that sent shockwaves through the community of Pak Nam.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305661-thai-police-bust-call-centre-gang-linked-to-triple-murder-case/

 

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Anutin Thanks PM for Trust, Advocates Medical Cannabis for Health

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Sathaporn for entrusting him with significant responsibilities, emphasizing the commitment to advancing medical cannabis for the well-being of the public.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305662-anutin-thanks-pm-for-trust-advocates-medical-cannabis-for-health/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 6 September 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305664-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-6-september-2023/

 

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Chinese ambassador backs visa perks to boost tourism
by Mitch Connor

 

Han Zhiqiang. Photo: escap.china-mission.gov.cn

 

Han Zhiqiang, the Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, has expressed support for the impending visa privileges aimed towards Chinese tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305663-chinese-ambassador-backs-visa-perks-to-boost-tourism

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Phuket water management: ONWR takes action on shortages, flooding, and wastewater
by Mitch Connor

 

Surasri Kidtimonton. Photo: Rick Bajornas, dam.media.un.org

 

Phuket’s enduring issues of water shortages, flooding and inadequate wastewater management are set to be addressed by the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305665-phuket-water-management-onwr-takes-action-on-shortages-flooding-and-wastewater/

 

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Tourism safety concerns: Thai Government urged to reassure China
byf Alex Morgan

 

Photo: Yang Wanli/China Daily

 

The Thai administration is being prodded to collaborate with Beijing prior to implementing a visa-exemption scheme for Chinese tourists, as the country’s image suffers due to its portrayal as a transit hub for fraudulent activities in recent Chinese media, hindering tourism safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305666-tourism-safety-concerns-thai-government-urged-to-reassure-china/

 

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Thai man arrested for production of pornography livestream on Chinese app
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ สืบนครบาล IDMB

 

Police swooped to arrest a Thai interpreter working on a porn set in Thailand that was livestreamed via a Chinese application.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305667-thai-man-arrested-for-production-of-pornography-livestream-on-chinese-app/

 

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Jealous wife takes knife in the back for unfaithful husband in karaoke bar brawl
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวGMM25

 

A jealous wife tried to drag her husband from a local karaoke bar in the northern province of Chaing Mai but ended up being stabbed in the back as a brawl broke out in the establishment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305671-jealous-wife-takes-knife-in-the-back-for-unfaithful-husband-in-karaoke-bar-brawl/

 

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Thai thief’s pale for love: Beauty heist and boozy escapade
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ศูนย์แจ้งข่าวบุรีรัมย์

 

Police arrested a Thai man who stole 120 packs of skin-whitening products from a 7-Eleven convenience store in the Isaan province of Surin so his girlfriend would have radiant beauty like a superstar. He also stole vodka from a Lotus’s supermarket to throw parties with friends.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305672-thai-thief’s-pale-for-love-beauty-heist-and-boozy-escapade/

 

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Rare Tiffany Blue snake slithers into Suphanburi province, leaves locals ‘blue-tified’
by Neill Fronde

 

A Tiffany Blue snake found in Suphanburi has received local and online attention. (via Facebook)

 

The discovery of a Tiffany Blue snake in Suphanburi province has stirred up excitement and bafflement amongst residents and online viewers alike.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305673-rare-tiffany-blue-snake-slithers-into-suphanburi-province-leaves-locals-‘blue-tified’/

 

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More flights from Russia, casinos on the agenda? Thai cabinet sworn in : Tim Newton Today - Sep 6

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305674-more-flights-from-russia-casinos-on-the-agenda-thai-cabinet-sworn-in-tim-newton-today-sep-6/

 

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‘Russian-only’ businesses in Thailand’s Phuket spark backlash

By Vijitra Duangdee

 

Many Russians come to Phuket to escape economic turmoil and the possibility of being conscripted after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine [File: Jorge Silva/Reuters]

 

Locals complain about the large number of Russians fleeing the fallout of the war in Ukraine, claiming they are stealing Thai jobs.

Bangkok, Thailand – A huge influx of Russians in Phuket is producing a backlash from locals, amid complaints of a booming Russian-only economy that covers everything from hair salons to taxi firms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305676-‘russian-only’-businesses-in-thailand’s-phuket-spark-backlash/

 

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Tragic crash report unveils devastating loss of Leicester City’s beloved Thai chairman and crew
by Bob Scott

 

The Leonardo AW169 helicopter reached an altitude of approximately 430ft before plummeting to the ground. Picture courtesy of pixel8000.

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) finally concluded its report on the helicopter crash that tragically claimed the life of Leicester City‘s Thai chairman almost five years ago.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305678-tragic-crash-report-unveils-devastating-loss-of-leicester-city’s-beloved-thai-chairman-and-crew/

 

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Passenger stumbles upon dead Australian at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ พงศกร รอดภัย

In a chilling and unexpected twist at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport last night, a passenger stumbled upon the lifeless body of an 82 year old Australian man, seated in eerie solitude within the airport’s bustling passenger terminal. The mystery surrounding his untimely demise is currently under investigation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305682-passenger-stumbles-upon-dead-australian-at-suvarnabhumi-airport-in-bangkok/