My father underwent surgery last week : Paetongtarn

 

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Thaksin Shinawatra, who is currently serving a prison sentence, underwent surgery last week and is in recovery, according to his youngest daughter Paetongtarn today (Tuesday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307020-my-father-underwent-surgery-last-week-paetongtarn/

 

“I’m ready to take helm of Pheu Thai party” : Paetongtarn

 

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Paetongtarn, the youngest daughter of convicted former prime minister Thaksin, said today (Tuesday) that she is ready to become the leader of the Pheu Thai party, if it is the wish of party members.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307021-“i’m-ready-to-take-helm-of-pheu-thai-party”-paetongtarn/

 

Thai Prime Minister to Attend UNGA78

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s leadership is setting its sights on global partnerships and sustainable development goals (SDGs) during its participation in the 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 78).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307022-thai-prime-minister-to-attend-unga78/

 

UNESCO Adds Thailand’s Si Thep Historical Park to World Heritage List

 

 

BANGKOK, Sept 19 (TNA) –  UNESCO has announced Si Thep historical park in Phetchabun province has been registered as a new world heritage site.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307023-unesco-adds-thailand’s-si-thep-historical-park-to-world-heritage-list/

 

Diesel Prices to Drop by 2 Bt /Liter Tomorrow

 

 

BANGKOK, Sept 19 (TNA) – Starting tomorrow, the price of diesel will see a reduction of two baht per liter, bringing it down to 30 baht per liter from the current approximate rate of 32 baht per liter.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307024-diesel-prices-to-drop-by-2-bt-liter-tomorrow/

 

Thailand’s Free-Visa Scheme for Chinese and Kazakhstani Tourists Becomes Official

 

 

The Thai government’s free-visa policy for Chinese and Kazakhstani tourists has been endorsed in the Royal Gazette and published on Tuesday, September 19th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307025-thailand’s-free-visa-scheme-for-chinese-and-kazakhstani-tourists-becomes-official/

 

Thai Activists Demand Detailed Disclosure of Thaksin’s Health Issues

 

 

Activists from the Student and People Network for Thailand Reform (SNT) filed a complaint seeking a detailed disclosure of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra’s health conditions, to prove if he deserves to stay in a hospital instead of a prison.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307027-thai-activists-demand-detailed-disclosure-of-thaksin’s-health-issues/

 

Thai Government Alters Overseas Income Tax Rules to Close Loopholes

 

 

In an effort to tackle loopholes in overseas income tax, the Thai government has pulled out new rules that it said would permanently close these gaps for good, while also addressing issues of income inequality within the country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306896-thai-government-to-tax-all-income-from-abroad-for-tax-residents-starting-2024/?do=findComment&comment=18359255

 

Thai woman dies after breast augmentation surgery with illegal doctor

 

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The president of the Forensic Physicians Association of Thailand yesterday warned the public of illegal breast augmentation surgery, which recently led to the death of a Thai woman.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307028-thai-woman-dies-after-breast-augmentation-surgery-with-illegal-doctor/

 

Emergency decree in restive south extended for one month

 

 

The Cabinet has extended the emergency decree in force in most parts of Thailand’s Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat provinces for only one month, until October 18.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307030-emergency-decree-in-restive-south-extended-for-one-month/

 

Spider senses tarantula tingling: Arachnologists spin a web of discovery in Thailand

 

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If you go down in the Thailand woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise, but it’s almost guaranteed there’ll be no Teddy Bears’ picnic, as arachnologists found while discovering a new species of tarantula.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307031-spider-senses-tarantula-tingling-arachnologists-spin-a-web-of-discovery-in-thailand/

 

Phuket welcomes new Governor on October 1

 

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In a recent announcement, Sophon Suwannarat, the current Governor of Chaiyaphum Province, will assume the role of Governor of Phuket starting from the start of next month. Phuket is seen as one of the most prestigious postings for a Governor post. Provincial Governors in Thailand are appointed by the central government and not elected.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307032-phuket-welcomes-new-governor-on-october-1/

 

6 MUSTS SEE island visits whilst in Phuket

 

Maya Bay at Koh Phi Phi Leh

 

Phuket is just the largest island out of around 30 islands that are within an hour or two trip off the island. Each has unique charms, great beaches, snorkelling. Some have exceptional accommodation for a longer stay as well. These are some the best known locations. Click the link at the end of the article to find many more excellent day trips from Phuket.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307033-6-musts-see-island-visits-whilst-in-phuket/

 

Thai man dodges arrest after shooting outside Robot pub

 

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A Thai man escaped arrest last night after shooting two men outside the Robot pub in the Kud Pong sub-district in the Isaan province of Loei. The two victims were seriously injured.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307034-thai-man-dodges-arrest-after-shooting-outside-robot-pub/

 

Anutin admits to difficulties in solving the Green Line train issues

 

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul chats with Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sitthipun after holding a talk on February 19

 

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul admitted today (Tuesday) that solving the Green Line train issue, which involves massive debt, concession contracts and legal disputes, is complicated and difficult and will take time to resolve.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307039-anutin-admits-to-difficulties-in-solving-the-green-line-train-issues/

 

Chinese Man Who Abducted Chinese Woman for Ransom Facing Four Legal Charges

 

 

National – An accident on a Thai expressway that caused a Chinese woman being held for ransom to escape led to 4 legal charges against a Chinese man in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307041-chinese-man-who-abducted-chinese-woman-for-ransom-facing-four-legal-charges/

 

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