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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.

 

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

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

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My father underwent surgery last week : Paetongtarn

 

Image: Google

 

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/

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UPDATE:

 

Senior Doctor Confirms Thaksin Did Undergo Surgery Last Week
by TNR Staff 

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra at Don Mueang Airport after his return from 17 years of self-exile abroad on Aug. 22. Photo: Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP

 

A SENIOR doctor at Police Hospital confirmed Tuesday afternoon (Sep. 19) that de facto Pheu Thai leader Thaksin Shinawatra did undergo a surgery last week after his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra mentioned it earlier in the day, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307020-my-father-underwent-surgery-last-week-paetongtarn/?do=findComment&comment=18359953

 

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Sukhumvit snatch: Thai thief nabbed for stealing 40,000 baht from Ukrainian couple

by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Page 3 News

 

Police arrested a Thai man at his home in Bangkok’s Khlong Toei district today after he stole more than 40,000 baht from a Ukrainian couple on Soi Sukhumvit 18.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307049-sukhumvit-snatch-thai-thief-nabbed-for-stealing-40000-baht-from-ukrainian-couple/

 

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Top Thai Police Officer Vows to Regain Trust of Public Following Kamnan Nok Shooting Scandal
By Adam Judd

 

 

National – On Sep 18th, 2023, Pol. Col. Phakpoom Phisamai, one of the lead investigative team members on the recent “Kamnan Nok” case, posted on social media about the shocking and depressing incident that happened to colleagues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307050-top-thai-police-officer-vows-to-regain-trust-of-public-following-kamnan-nok-shooting-scandal/

 

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UPDATE:

 

Thaksin Is Recovering After Surgery, Says His Daughter

 

 

BANGKOK, (TNA) – Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is recovering after undergoing surgery last week, says his daughter Patongtarn Shinawatra, the head of the Pheu Thai family.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307020-my-father-underwent-surgery-last-week-paetongtarn/?do=findComment&comment=18359968

 

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Govt criticised after Miss Universe Singapore sets to combat human trafficking in Thailand
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Instagram @bodybypri

 

Thai netizens criticised the Thai government after the newly crowned Miss Universe Singapore expressed her commitment to combatting human trafficking in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307051-govt-criticised-after-miss-universe-singapore-sets-to-combat-human-trafficking-in-thailand/

 

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Bank of Thailand boss appears critical of the new government’s policy initiatives on the economy
by Joseph O' Connor

 

Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput spoke at a conference in Bangkok last Thursday, where he was forthright in his views about the current policies pursued by the government of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, which were not complementary or supportive.

Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has emphasised, for instance, that the central bank does not approve of using digital assets to pay for goods and services

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307054-bank-of-thailand-boss-appears-critical-of-the-new-government’s-policy-initiatives-on-the-economy/

 

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Fake Police Colonel Arrested for Impersonation and Assisting a Drunk Driver

 

 

"Fake Police Lieutenant General" went to the police station and asked for the release of a drunk driving suspect. In the end he went to jail himself.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307056-fake-police-colonel-arrested-for-impersonation-and-assisting-a-drunk-driver/

 

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Police Arrest Three Suspects Transporting 1.2 Million Meth Pills to Southern Thailand

 

Picture: Naew Na

 

Police investigators in Region 7, Phetchaburi, have apprehended three individuals carrying 1.2 million methamphetamine pills while en route to the southern region of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307060-police-arrest-three-suspects-transporting-12-million-meth-pills-to-southern-thailand/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 20 September 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307065-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-20-september-2023/

 

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Chinese tourism to Thailand lags despite lifted travel restrictions
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo: Apichart Jinakul/Bangkok Post

 

The number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand continues to fall behind predictions, despite China lifting travel restrictions over eight months ago.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307066-chinese-tourism-to-thailand-lags-despite-lifted-travel-restrictions/

 

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Chaithawat tipped to become new leader of Move Forward party
 

Move Forward secretary general Chaithawat Tulathon

Move Forward Party Secretary-General Chaithawat Tulathon has been tipped to become the new party leader, succeeding Pita Limjaroenrat who stepped down on September 15.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307069-chaithawat-tipped-to-become-new-leader-of-move-forward-party/

 

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Surge in Flu Cases Prompts Govt Action 

 

 

Health reports have indicated that the number of influenza patients tripled recently, with young children in schools identified as a high-risk group.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307073-surge-in-flu-cases-prompts-govt-action/

 

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Mayor’s trash-tigation: Chalong clamps down on waste disposal after viral aerial reveal
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo taken from The Phuket News

 

The mayor of Chalong has enforced a swift ban on any further waste disposal at a three-rai site in Baan Khoktanod, Moo 9, Chalong, following the spread of an aerial image of the site on social media.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307082-mayor’s-trash-tigation-chalong-clamps-down-on-waste-disposal-after-viral-aerial-reveal/

 

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Mafia-scan: Nationwide probe into local chiefs’ ties progresses in colourful stages
Photo of Mitch Connor
 

Photo by Rock Staar on Unsplash

 

A comprehensive nationwide examination into the possible mafia ties of local chiefs has reached a progression stage of 20-30%. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307083-mafia-scan-nationwide-probe-into-local-chiefs’-ties-progresses-in-colourful-stages/

 

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Thailand stresses achieving Sustainable Development Goals at UNGA : Srettha
 

 

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has pledged to work for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) attainment to uplift the lives and well-being of Thai people.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307085-thailand-stresses-achieving-sustainable-development-goals-at-unga-srettha/

 

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New tax laws cause confusion, power bills drop : Tim Newton Today - Sep 20

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307087-new-tax-laws-cause-confusion-power-bills-drop-tim-newton-today-sep-20/

 

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Storm warning issued for 42 Thai provinces under deluge threat
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Micah Tindell, Unsplash.

 

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a storm warning for 42 provinces across the northern and southern regions today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307089-storm-warning-issued-for-42-thai-provinces-under-deluge-threat/

 

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Elon Musk’s Thai-landed ambitions: High-voltage investment opportunities on the horizon
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Thansettakij

 

Business magnate Elon Musk is set to discuss potential investment opportunities in Thailand with the Thai delegation via a teleconference.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307092-elon-musk’s-thai-landed-ambitions-high-voltage-investment-opportunities-on-the-horizon/

 

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Lottery luck spooks home builder: Superstitious stir at mysterious milestone
by Samantha Rose

 

A lottery win has stirred unease among a landowner and the local community, as they prepare to develop a plot of land into a new home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307094-lottery-luck-spooks-home-builder-superstitious-stir-at-mysterious-milestone/

 

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Thailand’s crackdown on nominee shareholders reaches Prachuap Khiri Khan and Phetchaburi
By Online Reporter

 

A view over Hua Hin. File photo

Thailand’s crackdown on nominee shareholders has now reached Prachuap Khiri Khan and Phetchaburi with officials saying businesses located in both provinces are under investigation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307095-thailand’s-crackdown-on-nominee-shareholders-reaches-prachuap-khiri-khan-and-phetchaburi/

 

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Heartbreaking horror: Sadistic Thai father arrested for murdering 2 year old daughter
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via KhaoSod and Facebook/ Guntouch Pongpaiboonwet.

 

Police arrested a sick, sadistic Thai man who killed his two year old daughter and buried her under his wife’s house in the northern province of Kamphaeng Phet. Shockingly, the suspect also admitted to the horrific killing of three other children.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307096-heartbreaking-horror-sadistic-thai-father-arrested-for-murdering-2-year-old-daughter/

 

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Duck egg prices quack up as rain dampens Khon Kaen production
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo: KhaoSod.

 

Continual rainfall in Khon Kaen has led to a decrease in duck egg production, driving the cost of duck eggs to an unprecedented high of 170 baht per tray. Salted eggs have also seen a price increase, now costing 8 to 10 baht per egg.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307099-duck-egg-prices-quack-up-as-rain-dampens-khon-kaen-production/

 

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Visa-free Chinese tourism raises concerns over illegal Thailand tour operations
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Apichart Jinakul.

 

The recent decision to exempt Chinese visitors from visa requirements sparked concerns within the Tourism Department about potential loopholes for illegal zero-dollar tours and unlicensed tour guides.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307100-visa-free-chinese-tourism-raises-concerns-over-illegal-thailand-tour-operations/

 

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A police and a drug trafficker killed in a raid in Chiang Rai
 

 

An anti-narcotics police officer and a suspected drug trafficker were killed and another officer was injured in a gun battle following a car chase in Mueang district of the northern province of Chiang Rai on Tuesday night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307102-a-police-and-a-drug-trafficker-killed-in-a-raid-in-chiang-rai/

 

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The dramatic fall of Pita Limjaroenrat – and what it means for Move Forward Party
 

Photo : former Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat//Cr : Move Forward party

Pita Limjaroenrat, the initial frontrunner to become Thailand’s 30th prime minister, has made a huge sacrifice in a bid to secure the post of opposition leader for his Move Forward Party (MFP) while also helping MFP’s Padipat Suntiphada keep his seat as deputy House speaker.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307103-the-dramatic-fall-of-pita-limjaroenrat-–-and-what-it-means-for-move-forward-party/

 

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Public Health minister defends appointing his spouse as advisor
 

 

Public Health minister Dr Cholnan Srikaew has defended his decision to appoint his wife, Dr Nuansakul Bamrungpong, as one of his advisors, insisting she has long experience in public health communications.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307104-public-health-minister-defends-appointing-his-spouse-as-advisor/

 

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Thailand hunts for missing ancient site treasures

 

An aerial view of the Si Thep historical site in Phetchabun province. //AFP

 

Si Thep, Thailand – Under the scorching sun, Thai archaeologist Tanachaya Tiandee clambers through ruined pagodas in the ancient town of Si Thep, trying to unlock their mysteries — a task made harder because many of the clues are missing.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307112-thailand-hunts-for-missing-ancient-site-treasures/

 

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Petitioner Srisuwan’s attacker given 15 days in prison

 

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The man who attacked serial petitioner and political activist Srisuwan Janya in front of the media at the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) last October 18 has been sentenced to 15 days in prison.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307113-petitioner-srisuwan’s-attacker-given-15-days-in-prison/