The recent dinner party murder of a local highway policeman in Nakhon Pathom province has placed local power structures in Thailand under intense national focus.

 

Govt to Heavily Scrutinize Local Influential Figures

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306629-govt-to-heavily-scrutinize-local-influential-figures/

Would-be PM Pita makes it onto the “TIME100 Next” list this year

 

 

Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward party, who almost became Thailand’s 30th prime minister, has been included on Time magazine’s “TIME100 Next” list for 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306617-would-be-pm-pita-makes-it-onto-the-“time100-next”-list-this-year/

Thai Air Force In Joint Drill With US Air National Guards
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

 

THE THAI AIR FORCE and United States Air National Guards are jointly conducting a tactical air exercise over Nakhon Ratchasima, an air force source said yesterday (Sep.14).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306651-thai-air-force-in-joint-drill-with-us-air-national-guards/

 

Ex-Senator-Politician Surrenders In Underage Prostitution Case
by TNR Staff

 

Graphic image on prostitution by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

 

A FORMER senator who is now a well-known politician showed up at Ban Mo police station in Saraburi late last night to surrender over charges of buying sex services from an underage girl but denied the accusation, Matichon newspaper said Thursday afternoon (Sep. 14).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306652-ex-senator-politician-surrenders-in-underage-prostitution-case/

 

Update: Ex-Senator Charged With Sexually Abusing 15-Year-Old Thai/Myanmar Girl
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

The motel in Saraburi where the forced prostitution of an underaged Thai/Myanmar girl took place. Photo: Matichon

 

A FORMER SENATOR of Saraburi has been charged for sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl who had been allegedly forced by her own mother into the flesh trade, police said yesterday (Sep.14).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306652-ex-senator-politician-surrenders-in-underage-prostitution-case/?do=findComment&comment=18349243

 

Former Police Captain loses ฿1 million bail after he failed to show up for latest court judgement
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

On June 20th 2020, then-30-year-old former Police Captain Songklod Boonsong (centre and right) played a part in the death of his girlfriend 32 year old Ms Pim Chadaporn (left), who died during an altercation between the pair at a house in the Bang Kapi area of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306653-former-police-captain-loses-฿1-million-bail-after-he-failed-to-show-up-for-latest-court-judgement/

 

Mrigadayavan Palace to briefly open its doors to the public in October
By Online Reporter

 

 

Officials have announced that the historic Mrigadayavan Palace will temporarily reopen to the public for three special days in October 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306654-mrigadayavan-palace-to-briefly-open-its-doors-to-the-public-in-october/

 

Police Arrest Intoxicated Man Accused of Assaulting and Stabbing Monk

 

 

UDON THANI - Authorities apprehended a man who was allegedly intoxicated and caused a disturbance at a local temple.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306655-police-arrest-intoxicated-man-accused-of-assaulting-and-stabbing-monk/

 

Physician's Son Arrested for Robbery to Fund Lavish Parties

 

 

Pattaya police have apprehended the son of a renowned physician, who was driving a sleek BMW and staying at an upscale hotel, suspected of vandalizing and robbing high-value assets to fund his lavish party lifestyle. This arrest comes after multiple previous encounters with law enforcement, leaving authorities baffled.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306656-physicians-son-arrested-for-robbery-to-fund-lavish-parties/

 

Thaksin's detention outside prison complies with regulations: Justice Minister

 

 

In a statement yesterday (Sep 14), the Minister of Justice highlighted that the detention of Thaksin Shinawatra outside of prison is subject to regulations and contingent upon a medical assessment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306657-thaksins-detention-outside-prison-complies-with-regulations-justice-minister/

 

Hit-and-Run Accident Leaves Three People Injured in Pattaya, One Seriously
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A collision between a sedan and a motorcycle sidecar on Sukhumvit Road early on Thursday morning, September 14th, left three people injured, one of them seriously. The driver of the sedan fled the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306659-hit-and-run-accident-leaves-three-people-injured-in-pattaya-one-seriously/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 15 September 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306660-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-15-september-2023/

 

Residents bemoan ongoing problem of burning trash in Smorprong
By Online Reporter

 

 

Persistent burning of waste in the Smorprong area continues to be a thorn in the side for local residents, whom claim their pleas for help from authorities have fallen on deaf ears.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306661-residents-bemoan-ongoing-problem-of-burning-trash-in-smorprong/

 

Aranyaprathet Rescue Mission: Foundation Saves Villagers from Giant Snakes

 

 

Sa Kaeo - The Aranya Prathet Rescue Foundation received distress calls from local residents seeking help to capture two large snakes in the Aranya Prathet district of Sa Kaeo province. These massive snakes, measuring 3-4 meters long, were threatening the village's chickens.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306664-aranyaprathet-rescue-mission-foundation-saves-villagers-from-giant-snakes/

 

Srettha Government Grants Visa-Free Entry to China and Kazakhstan, Leaving Many Questions Unanswered
by Enquistock

 

In a noteworthy move during its first Cabinet meeting, the newly-appointed government of Srettha Thavasin has announced visa-free entry to Thailand for nationals of China and Kazakhstan. While the decision is being praised for its potential to bolster the tourism sector—which accounts for more than 15% of Thailand’s GDP—it raises a number of unresolved questions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306668-srettha-government-grants-visa-free-entry-to-china-and-kazakhstan-leaving-many-questions-unanswered/

 

Opinion: Thailand’s new government falling short on military reform
by Arun Saronchai

 

In Thailand’s political history, the word “change” has often been accompanied by ambivalence, coups, and sadly, bloodshed. Against this tumultuous backdrop, when newly elected Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin took office, the nation’s youth and reformists looked to his government cautiously for signs of change.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306670-opinion-thailand’s-new-government-falling-short-on-military-reform/

 

Chiang Mai University professor survives on just 118 baht per month amidst civil servant salary debate
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Tatsanai Sethaseree next to his artwork. Photo courtesy of Khaosod

 

A Chiang Mai University professor revealed he struggled for a year on a monthly wage of just 118 baht, a situation that led to a difficult life, reports Khaosod.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306672-chiang-mai-university-professor-survives-on-just-118-baht-per-month-amidst-civil-servant-salary-debate/

 

Opposition leader: The cog of Thai democracy that has shuddered to a halt
By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk

 

 

Thailand’s new prime minister and his Cabinet have officially begun work after delivering their policy statement in Parliament. However, the country will be deprived of an opposition leader for the foreseeable future, as potential candidates remain tied up in legal issues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306674-opposition-leader-the-cog-of-thai-democracy-that-has-shuddered-to-a-halt/

 

Thai Senator in underage sex sting, Pita in TIME “100NEXT” list : Tim Newton Today - Sep 15
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306677-thai-senator-in-underage-sex-sting-pita-in-time-“100next”-list-tim-newton-today-sep-15/

 

 

Southern Thai community shaken by drug-infused gay sex scandal involving abbot
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Facebook KhaoSod

A startling revelation has ruffled the robes of both locals and monks alike in the tranquil southern province of Phattalung after a sinning abbot had been dealing in more than just sermons, he was caught offering drugs to men in the community in exchange for gay sex, leaving the community in disbelief.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306683-southern-thai-community-shaken-by-drug-infused-gay-sex-scandal-involving-abbot/

 

Thailand’s new Foreign Minister to highlight technology in foreign policy

 

 

Technology is a new emphasis which Thailand will add to its foreign policy. Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara says it will help the country to play a more active role on the international stage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306685-thailand’s-new-foreign-minister-to-highlight-technology-in-foreign-policy/

 

Thai education ministry ‘tablets’ a bright future: Bringing equality to classrooms
by Atima Homtienton

 

Picture courtesy of Tony Education.

 

The Thai Education Ministry is set to revive a decade-old initiative, which was originally launched by a previous Pheu Thai government, to distribute a tablet computer to each student and teacher across the country. This initiative aims to promote equal educational opportunities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306688-thai-education-ministry-‘tablets’-a-bright-future-bringing-equality-to-classrooms/

 

Thai PM ‘splits’ salary option sparks debate among civil servants
by Atima Homtientong

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post.

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin yesterday responded to criticisms surrounding the recent Cabinet resolution, which offers civil servants the option of receiving their monthly salary in two instalments instead of the usual single payment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306690-thai-pm-‘splits’-salary-option-sparks-debate-among-civil-servants/

 

Ministry of Finance Forecasts Significant Surplus in 2023 Tax Revenue
by Krajangwit Johjit

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Finance is forecasting a substantial surplus in government tax revenue for the fiscal year 2023, exceeding the target by a minimum of 100 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306691-ministry-of-finance-forecasts-significant-surplus-in-2023-tax-revenue/

 

Unexpected twist: Chinese accident investigation unveils chilling kidnap-ransom scheme in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ สนามบอล ไปทางไหน

 

Royal Thai Police officers, investigating a car accident between Thai and Chinese drivers on Bangkok’s Sirat Expressway, stumbled upon a shocking twist—an unexpected link to a chilling kidnap-for-ransom scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306693-unexpected-twist-chinese-accident-investigation-unveils-chilling-kidnap-ransom-scheme-in-bangkok/

 

Thai tourism aims sky-high: 3 trillion baht revenue target unveiled
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo by Lkszy Dgtl on Unsplash

 

The Thai tourism and sports minister announced an ambitious new target for foreign tourism revenue: an unprecedented 3 trillion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306695-thai-tourism-aims-sky-high-3-trillion-baht-revenue-target-unveiled/

 

Thai government to revoke redundant NCPO directives, streamlining functions
by Atima Homtientong

 

Picture courtesy of NDTV.

 

The Government of Thailand has initiated plans to consult the Council of State, its legal advisory body, on revoking certain directives and proclamations issued by the now-disbanded National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306696-thai-government-to-revoke-redundant-ncpo-directives-streamlining-functions/

 

Thailand’s e-cigarette ban draws ‘smokin’ support from concerned parents
by Atima Homtientong

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The ban on the import and sale of e-cigarettes in Thailand gained substantial approval, primarily from parents of students, as a recent survey conducted by the Research Centre for Social and Business Development (SAB) revealed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306701-thailand’s-e-cigarette-ban-draws-‘smokin’-support-from-concerned-parents/

 

Thai PM says he opposes the recreational use of cannabis

By Peter Roche

 

Thailand’s new PM, Srettha Thavisin, has spoken out for the first time, expressing his feelings about last year’s delisting of cannabis as an illicit substance. The unilateral announcement was made by the Minister of Public Health on June 9.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306702-thai-pm-says-he-opposes-the-recreational-use-of-cannabis/

 

Pita Resigns as MFP Leader

 

 

BANGKOK, Sept 15 (TNA) – Pita Limjaroenrat has announced his resignation as the leader of the Move Forward Party, paving the way for the party’s member of parliament to replace him and to fulfill the role of the opposition leader in the Parliament.  

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306703-pita-resigns-as-mfp-leader/