Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 1 4
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 4
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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 1 3
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 3
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 2 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 1 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 19, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 19, 2023 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/ 4 1
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 1 5
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 1 1
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 1
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 1
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 2 3
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 2
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 1
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 6
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 4
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 5
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 4
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 2 4
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1
webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1
Popular Post webfact Posted September 20, 2023 Author Popular Post Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1 5
snoop1130 Posted September 20, 2023 Posted September 20, 2023 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/ 1
snoop1130 Posted September 20, 2023 Posted September 20, 2023 Petitioner Srisuwan’s attacker given 15 days in prison File photo 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/ 1 1
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