THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 11 October 2023

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14 Thais missing in Gaza found and rescued by Israeli forces
 

Israeli army Merkava tanks are positioned near the border with Gaza in southern Israel on October 10, 2023. / AFP

Fourteen Thais, who were earlier reported missing following the Hamas attacks in Gaza last Saturday, have been located and rescued by Israeli defence forces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308938-israeli-forces-successfully-rescue-30-people-including-14-thais/?do=findComment&comment=18411942

 

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Energy Ministry develops contingency plan in case Israeli-Hamas war intensifies

 

 

Thailand’s Energy Permanent Secretary Prasert Sinsukprasert is scheduled to hold a meeting with relevant agencies on Thursday to issue contingency plans to cope with fluctuations in global oil prices, in the light of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308947-energy-ministry-develops-contingency-plan-in-case-israeli-hamas-war-intensifies/

 

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TAT confident of 4 million Chinese arrivals by end of year
 

Chinese tourists are greeted by Thai dancers at the arrivals gate at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok on September 25, 2023. / AFP

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is optimistic that its target of 4 million Chinese arrivals by yearend will be achieved, despite the recent shootings at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok and the Israel-Hamas war.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308949-tat-confident-of-4-million-chinese-arrivals-by-end-of-year/

 

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20 Thais believed killed in Gaza, 14 kidnapped, over 5,000 want to return home
 

Soldiers stand in front of an Israeli police station that was damaged during battles to dislodge Hamas militants who were stationed inside, on October 8, 2023. / AFP

Two more Thai workers have been killed in Israel, bringing the death toll to 20, while the number of those injured and abducted has risen to 13 and 14 respectively, Kanchana Patarachoke, director-general of the Information Department of the Thai Foreign Ministry, said today (Wednesday).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308953-20-thais-believed-killed-in-gaza-14-kidnapped-over-5000-want-to-return-home/

 

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Chiang Mai abbot accused of physically and sexually abusing novices
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via MGR Online

 

Police rescued three Lao novices from a temple in Mae Rim district, northern Chiang Mai province after the abbot was accused of physically and sexually abusing them.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308954-chiang-mai-abbot-accused-of-physically-and-sexually-abusing-novices/

 

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Assessing the legacy of Thailand’s first people power uprising

 

 

50 years ago this week, growing discontent with the Thai ruling elite’s corruption and abuse of power boiled over into a major campus protest at Thammasat University, one of Thailand’s oldest universities and a hotbed of political activism, before escalating into widespread street demonstrations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308959-assessing-the-legacy-of-thailand’s-first-people-power-uprising/

 

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Famous Thai rock band Carabao to disband in March

 

Photo by Carabao Official Facebook page

 

The legendary Carabao rock band, which has been entertaining Thai fans with its hugely popular songs for more than four decades, has decided to disband next March, with their last concert scheduled on April 1st next year, according to Yuenyong Opakul, aka “Add Carabao”, the band’s leader and lead singer.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308960-famous-thai-rock-band-carabao-to-disband-in-march/

 

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Move Forward MP being investigated over alleged sexual harassment

 

Deputy House speaker Padipat Suntiphada, a former Move Forward MP

 

The opposition Move Forward party has admitted that it has been investigating an allegation, made by a female volunteer, of sexual harassment against one of its MPs.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308961-move-forward-mp-being-investigated-over-alleged-sexual-harassment/

 

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Government Addresses Rising Homelessness with Homeless Day Event

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Homelessness, influenced by various factors, is a pressing issue in cities like Bangkok. Addressing this, government agencies organized the "Homeless Day" event to offer welfare guidance and create a platform for the homeless to voice their hopes and needs.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308962-government-addresses-rising-homelessness-with-homeless-day-event/

 

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New SEC head seeks to restore investor confidence in Thai capital market

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - With the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) having recently received a new secretary-general, the agency is now implementing an urgent policy to rebuild confidence among stock investors, who were shaken earlier this year by developments concerning More Return Plc. and Stark Corporation Plc. The agency is also hoping to elevate the Thai capital market into a funding and saving destination for all segments of the public.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308964-new-sec-head-seeks-to-restore-investor-confidence-in-thai-capital-market/

 

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Almost 12 million meth pills seized in Nakhon Phanom and Phichit

 

 

Anti-narcotics police have seized almost 12 million meth pills in two separate incidents in the northern provinces of Nakhon Phanom and Phichit today (Wednesday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308965-almost-12-million-meth-pills-seized-in-nakhon-phanom-and-phichit/

 

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Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Injuries After Collision with Chinese Benz Driver

 

 

A Mercedes-Benz driven by a Chinese national cut off a 52-year-old motorcyclist on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya yesterday evening, leading to the latter sustaining severe injuries.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308968-motorcyclist-suffers-severe-injuries-after-collision-with-chinese-benz-driver/

 

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Russian Couple Suffers Panic Attack, Blames Eating Cannabis-Infused Cake

 

 

A Russian couple suffered an alleged panic attack this morning after claiming to have consumed a cannabis-infused cake in Pattaya. However, they refused to be taken to a hospital.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308969-russian-couple-suffers-panic-attack-blames-eating-cannabis-infused-cake/

 

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TikTok worker debunks myths about Thai labourers in South Korea

 

Photo: 123RF

 

A Thai worker, known as soongphon on TikTok, has taken to the platform to share the harsh reality of Thai labourers working in South Korea. Contrary to popular belief, his videos reveal that the work environment is far from easy, dismissing any illusions of a comfortable job.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308971-tiktok-worker-debunks-myths-about-thai-labourers-in-south-korea/

 

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Chon Buri man arrested after threatening and sexually assaulting minor

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 49 year old man has been arrested for sexually assaulting a 12 year old girl, resulting in her pregnancy. The suspect was apprehended at a friend’s house in the Phanat Nikhom District of Chon Buri Province after he had been in hiding since the incident occurred.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308976-chon-buri-man-arrested-after-threatening-and-sexually-assaulting-minor/

 

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Thai logistics firm in hot water as labour exploitation claims posted

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A prominent private logistics company has been forced to navigate emerging challenges, as allegations of labour exploitation surge. A post from the Riders Union page highlighted the plight of the company’s employees, who face drastic cuts in their commission rates and are expected to deliver up to 200 to 500 parcels a day without overtime pay.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308977-thai-logistics-firm-in-hot-water-as-labour-exploitation-claims-posted/

 

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Famed Thai actress reports 2.4 million baht gold trading investment scam

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A former Thai soap opera actress and her husband have reported an investment scam to the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), involving a gold trading business operated by the son of a famous Bangkok singer. The couple was convinced to invest in the business, promising high returns of 10%, resulting in a loss of 2.4 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308978-famed-thai-actress-reports-24-million-baht-gold-trading-investment-scam/

 

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Thailand’s DMS unveils 13-point plan to tackle cancer

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

The Department of Medical Services (DMS) has unveiled its 13 Quick Win strategy, led by the Director-General’s representative, Amporn Benjaphonpitak. This public health strategy is designed to tackle liver and bile duct cancer diagnoses, establish mini-rehabilitation centres in every province, set up four health zones, and enhance services in Bangkok’s Don Mueang district and Chiang Mai’s Mueang district. The objective is to drive the healthcare sector and stimulate the economy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308979-thailand’s-dms-unveils-13-point-plan-to-tackle-cancer/

 

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Thai man attacked, forced to settle loan shark score for ex-employee

 

Photo via Facebook/ อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6

 

A Thai man sought justice for himself after he was attacked and forced to pay an 8,000 baht debt to the loan sharks on behalf of his former employee.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308980-thai-man-attacked-forced-to-settle-loan-shark-score-for-ex-employee/

 

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Thailand remains neutral on Israeli-Palestine conflict

 

A man carries a propane gas cylinder on his back while walking through debris and destruction littering a street in the Jabalia camp for Palestinian refugees in Gaza City on October 11, 2023, / AFP

 

It was fortunate that Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara quickly issued a new statement clarifying Thailand’s position on the Palestine-Israeli conflict. Parnpree reiterated that Thailand’s position is clear, that we are neutral, as we do not have sufficient information. We do, however, condemn acts of violence, which are unacceptable to us.”

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308984-thailand-remains-neutral-on-israeli-palestine-conflict/

 

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Torsak Sukvimol: The controversial rise of Thailand’s new police chief

 

 

Thailand’s new police chief, Pol General Torsak Sukvimol, is a non-cadet who joined the force at the age of 33, but then quickly rose through the ranks.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308985-torsak-sukvimol-the-controversial-rise-of-thailand’s-new-police-chief/

 

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