THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 30 September 2023

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A Chinese man was arrested in the Sri Racha district of Chonburi on Wednesday, September 27th, for a suspected armed robbery in Bangkok.

 

Alleged Chinese Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested in Sri Racha

Full strory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307941-alleged-chinese-armed-robbery-suspect-arrested-in-sri-racha/

PHOTO: Matichon

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Chinese and Taiwanese Men Arrested in Pattaya for Alleged ATM Fraud

 

 

A Chinese man and a Taiwanese man have been arrested in Pattaya for allegedly attempting to steal information from other people’s ATM cards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307939-chinese-and-taiwanese-men-arrested-in-pattaya-for-alleged-atm-fraud/

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Unidentified Foreign Tourist Injured After Arguing with Restaurant Staffer in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – An unidentified female foreign tourist has sustained minor injuries after she reportedly got involved in an argument with a staffer at a restaurant on the Bangla Road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307955-unidentified-foreign-tourist-injured-after-arguing-with-restaurant-staffer-in-patong/

 

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’Big Joke’ Backs ’Big Tor’, Aims to Restore Faith in Police

 

 

On the evening of September 29, a significant meeting occurred at the Police Club on Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road, reported by numerous media outlets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307956-’big-joke’-backs-’big-tor’-aims-to-restore-faith-in-police/

 

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Ex-Democrat Deputy Leader Gets 4 Years’ Jail In Sexual Harassment Case
by TNR Staff

Former Democrat Party leader Prinn Panichphakdi, right, and Mrs. Hathairat Thanakitamnuay, left. Photo: Matichon

 

FORMER Democrat Party deputy leader Prinn Panichphakdi was today (Sep. 29) sentenced to six years in jail, but this reduced to four years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307958-ex-democrat-deputy-leader-gets-4-years’-jail-in-sexual-harassment-case/

 

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Victim Warns Public To Beware Of Power Bill Scammers
by TNR Staff

 

A representative image of paying a power bill. Photo: Matichon

 

A WOMAN living in Bueng Kan province who lost over 30,000 baht in an electricity bill scam issued a warning for others to be careful and not fall for such tricks, TV Channel 7 said Friday (Sep. 29).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307959-victim-warns-public-to-beware-of-power-bill-scammers/

 

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Srettha Receives Complaints From Local People During Phuket Visit
by TNR Staff

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin in Phuket, Sep. 29, 2023. Photo: Naewna

 

UPON arriving in Phuket this afternoon (Sep. 29) for a briefing on the construction of a key interchange on this tourist island Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin also received some complaints from local residents which he said he will look into and legally try to resolve, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307960-srettha-receives-complaints-from-local-people-during-phuket-visit/

 

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Ministry of Labour plans to raise the retirement age with more workers opting out of the economy
by Joseph O' Connor

 

Minister of Labour Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn (centre) has been in talks with the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and Vice Chairman Mr Suchart Chantaranakaracha (Inset left) about research on employment patterns as the ministry plans to raise the retirement age from the current level of 55 years.

Thailand is destined to lose 15.6% of its active workforce in the next 17 years up to 2040 while the ratio of workers to retired seniors in the same period will halve from 3.6 to 1.8. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307961-ministry-of-labour-plans-to-raise-the-retirement-age-with-more-workers-opting-out-of-the-economy/

 

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Wanted Man Arrested at Thai-Cambodian Border Connected to Phone Scam Operations
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

At Aranyaprathet Border Checkpoint, Sa Kaeo Province, Royal Thai Immigration officers and relevant agencies captured a wanted man identified only as Mr. Sorasin, 21 years old, allegedly involved in phone scam operations by opening mule bank accounts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307962-wanted-man-arrested-at-thai-cambodian-border-connected-to-phone-scam-operations/

 

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Acid attack survivor scammed out of motorbike by brutal loan shark
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: Khaosod.

 

In a recent incident, a 26 year old woman from the Ban Ngang district of Buriram province found herself victimised twice over. Initially, the woman, Wunpen, suffered facial disfigurement and blindness from an acid attack by her ex-husband in 2020.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307964-acid-attack-survivor-scammed-out-of-motorbike-by-brutal-loan-shark/

 

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End of an Era for Private Bus Station in Lamphun

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

The legendary private bus station in Lamphun is set to close its doors for the last time on December 31, 2023, as the owner cites time constraints and limited passenger traffic as the main reasons behind the decision.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307966-end-of-an-era-for-private-bus-station-in-lamphun/

 

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Thaksin Shinawatra's Medical Care Sparks Concerns

 

 

In an unexpected development, Thailand's Justice Minister, Police Major General Thawee Sodsong, has voiced apprehensions regarding the healthcare provided to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his time in custody.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307967-thaksin-shinawatras-medical-care-sparks-concerns/

 

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Thai Police Officers Volunteer for Early Retirement - 1,407 Officers Step Down

 

 

The National Police Bureau revealed that 1,407 officers, ranging in rank from Deputy Lieutenant Colonel to Police Lieutenant Colonel, have submitted their requests for early retirement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307968-thai-police-officers-volunteer-for-early-retirement-1407-officers-step-down/

 

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Thai man loses his life over 600 Baht debt

 

Picture: Sanook

 

A shocking incident unfolded in the Srirang district of Nam Som, Udon Thani province, Thailand, at a brick and limestone factory. Mr. Kraiwith, a 45-year-old local resident, was found dead with a gunshot wound to his left chest. He was discovered lying in front of the factory, dressed in a blue t-shirt and long jeans, clutching 200 Baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307969-thai-man-loses-his-life-over-600-baht/

 

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Immigration inspects foreign worker accommodations and other high-risk locations

 

Picture: 77kaoded

 

Chiang Rai - Immigration authorities, under the leadership of Major General Suphanat Jaroenruangrueang, head of the 5th Army Region, have initiated rigorous inspections of foreign worker accommodations and high-risk locations, in line with their crime prevention plan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307972-immigration-inspects-foreign-worker-accommodations-and-other-high-risk-locations/

 

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Rampant Street Racing Alarms Pattaya Residents

 

 

Late on September 29, tranquillity was a distant memory for the residents of Nong Pla Lai, a serene locality in Pattaya, overrun by the thunderous roars of motorcycles.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307977-rampant-street-racing-alarms-pattaya-residents/

 

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Undercover operation hits Jackpot: 50 busted in illegal gambling den in Thailand
by Mitch Connor
 

Photo: by vecstock, on Freepik.

 

A high-stakes illegal gambling den, operating for nearly two months in the heart of Rom Klao’s bustling Kriangkrai Market, was stormed by a special operation team from the Department of Provincial Administration (DPA) yesterday. The crackdown at about 5pm yesterday, September 28, resulted in the arrest of 50 gamblers and 17 gambling organisers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307983-undercover-operation-hits-jackpot-50-busted-in-illegal-gambling-den-in-thailand/

 

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‘No curb on inequality’: Experts say huge rich-poor divide will remain under new govt

By Thai PBS World’s General Desk

 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s vow to curb generational poverty has failed to convince several experts, who point out that his government policies are mainly designed for short-term economic gains.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307988-‘no-curb-on-inequality’-experts-say-huge-rich-poor-divide-will-remain-under-new-govt/

 

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Thai universities shine in Times Higher Education World Rankings 2024

by Mitch Connor

 

Image by kullaphut via Flickr

 

Nineteen universities in Thailand have made their mark on the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024, drawing commendations from Thailand’s Minister of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, Supamas Isarabhakdi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307990-thai-universities-shine-in-times-higher-education-world-rankings-2024/

 

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Chaithawat Tulathon: New Move Forward leader a master strategist with Pita’s blessing
 

Chaithawat Tulathon

Pita Limjaroenrat can rest assured that his old post as Move Forward leader is in safe hands as he temporarily steps aside from politics. Chaithawat Tulathon was elected as Pita’s successor at a party general meeting held last Saturday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307991-chaithawat-tulathon-new-move-forward-leader-a-master-strategist-with-pita’s-blessing/

 

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Blackpink’s Lisa dazzles at ‘Crazy Horse’ in Paris
 

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Blackpink member Lisa has given her first performance at the famous “Crazy Horse” venue in Paris, France. On September 28, Thailand-born Lisa made history by becoming the first K-pop artist to perform on the renowned French cabaret stage, according to Business Times online.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307992-blackpink’s-lisa-dazzles-at-‘crazy-horse’-in-paris/

 

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Chiang Mai airport’s 24/7 operation boosts hopes for tourism rebound
by Alex Morgan

 

Image by Gábor Tikos via Flickr

 

The tourism sector is gearing up for an influx of foreign visitors as Chiang Mai Airport prepares to operate round-the-clock from November. This move is expected to open up the northern region to more international tourists arriving on direct flights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307994-chiang-mai-airport’s-247-operation-boosts-hopes-for-tourism-rebound/

 

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