THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 13 October 2023

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National – This Friday, October 13th, marks the seven-year anniversary of the passing of His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) who passed away peacefully in 2016.

The Thai government is preparing events to observe the anniversary, a day that is also designated as a national holiday.

 

In Remembrance of His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great on October 13th, 2023
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

Read more: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309097-in-remembrance-of-his-royal-majesty-king-bhumibol-adulyadej-the-great-on-october-13th-2023/

 

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Thai Police not sure Norwegian man killed his partner in Chiang Mai
by Gregers Møller

 

The couple were living in this house which is the last in a short row of six modern built houses. (Photo: Sofie Roennelund)

Police in Chiang Mai is not as sure as they initially were when on Tuesday 3 October 2023 they told local media that they suspected a 58 year old Norwegian man was the person who had committed the murder of a 39 year old Thai man in Chiang Mai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309099-thai-police-not-sure-norwegian-man-killed-his-partner-in-chiang-mai/

 

 

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Massive Petition Against Digital Wallet Project Filed
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Chief Ombudsman Somsak Suwansujarit, left, and a banner of the 10,000 baht digital wallet project displayed at a Pheu Thai campaign rally earlier this year. Photo: Matichon.

 

A MASSIVE PETITION against the Pheu Thai-led government’s 10,000-baht digital wallet project has been submitted to the Office of the Ombudsman.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309100-massive-petition-against-digital-wallet-project-filed/

 

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Official Gets 50 Years In Jail For Wrongful Use Of Official Sedan
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

A graphic image on ethicss by John Hain from Pixabay

 

IN WHAT WAS SEEN as a rare court case, a senior government official in Yasothon was today (Oct. 12) sentenced to a maximum of 50 years in jail for having often turned a state-owned vehicle bearing the phrase “for official use only” into private use.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309101-official-gets-50-years-in-jail-for-wrongful-use-of-official-sedan/

 

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Phuket family’s plea for justice after harrowing hit-and-run incident
by Mitch Connor

 

Pictures courtesy of Phuket News.

 

A Phuket resident publicly shared the harrowing ordeal of a hit-and-run incident that took place last Sunday, October 8. The incident involved his family being struck by a pickup truck while they were on their Honda PCX motorbike.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309102-phuket-family’s-plea-for-justice-after-harrowing-hit-and-run-incident/

 

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75 year old Thai woman loses over 18 million baht to romance scam
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Channel 7

 

A 75 year old Thai woman lost over 18 million baht to a romance scam within just a few months of making contact with the scammer. The scammer tricked her into investing in a deceitful company called Gold Future.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309103-75-year-old-thai-woman-loses-over-18-million-baht-to-romance-scam/

 

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Tragic death of Thai police recruit prompts investigation into training methods

by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of ev (Unsplash).

 

A tragic incident occurred during a police training exercise, leading to the death of a 26 year old recruit. The incident took place at Than Muk Camp in Sadao district, Songkhla province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309104-tragic-death-of-thai-police-recruit-prompts-investigation-into-training-methods/

 

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Digital Wallet plan could break up the government before it launches says top Thai political pundit
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

This week, Deputy Minister of Finance Julapun Amornvivat (centre) indicated that there will be changes to the Digital Wallet ฿10k giveaway after a critical meeting on October 19th. Political pundit, former United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) leader and MP, Mr Jatuporn Prompan, has warned that tensions over the scheme are likely to arise in the cabinet (inset right) before the giveaway goes live on February 1st 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309105-digital-wallet-plan-could-break-up-the-government-before-it-launches-says-top-thai-political-pundit/

 

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One Person Dead, Seven People Injured After Sedan Plunges Into Vegetarian Festival Area in Phuket Town
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – One person was pronounced dead at the scene while at least seven people have been injured after a sedan plunged into the vegetarian festival area in Phuket Town just days before the official launch of the festival.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309106-one-person-dead-seven-people-injured-after-sedan-plunges-into-vegetarian-festival-area-in-phuket-town/

 

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Unfinished Pattaya Marina Project Caught in Legal Limbo
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: Sanook

Pattaya — For over 15 years, the “Pattaya Marina Project”, with a spent budget of over 300 million baht, has never been put to use. Left behind are remnants of the construction materials, which highlighted the wastefulness of tax money.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309107-unfinished-pattaya-marina-project-caught-in-legal-limbo/

 

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Head of Phetchabun Animal Quarantine Station Fatally Shot During Inspection
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Phetchabun — Mr. Sarawut Prachuang, the Head of the Phetchabun Animal Quarantine Station, was shot on duty while inspecting cold storage in a large warehouse on October 11th, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309108-head-of-phetchabun-animal-quarantine-station-fatally-shot-during-inspection/

 

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Thai Police Capture 2 Suspects in Alleged Foreign Employment Scam: More Than 80 Victims Say They Were Deceived
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

National — Thai Police captured two alleged tour company scammers, deceiving those seeking foreign employment with false advertisements on social media. More than 80 victims were allegedly deceived.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309109-thai-police-capture-2-suspects-in-alleged-foreign-employment-scam-more-than-80-victims-say-they-were-deceived/

 

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Police Officer Apprehended for Stealing Seized Drugs

 

Picture: Daily News

 

In Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, the community was stunned to learn that a police officer had been arrested for allegedly stealing a kilogram of crystal methamphetamine, or "ice," from the evidence storage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309110-police-officer-apprehended-for-stealing-seized-drugs/

 

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Authorities Raid Overcrowded Migrant Worker Camp Following Complaints

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

AYUTTHAYA - A specialized task force, in collaboration with related agencies and consisting of over 100 personnel, was mobilized for a dawn raid on a migrant worker camp, following persistent complaints from local residents.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309112-authorities-raid-overcrowded-migrant-worker-camp-following-complaints/

 

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Suphanburi shooting: Mechanic critically injured in shock attack
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A motorcycle mechanic, 21 year old Uthai Chuekratok, was shot in a surprising attack in Suphanburi, leaving him critically injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309113-suphanburi-shooting-mechanic-critically-injured-in-shock-attack/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 13 October 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309117-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-13-october-2023/

 

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Thai Military Commission’s six-point plan to scrutinize budget and troop size
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo: Bangkok Post

 

Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a member of the Future Forward Party and chairman of the Military Commission, revealed a six-pronged policy framework for the Military Commission of the House of Representatives, aimed at scrutinising the military budget and streamlining troop size.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309123-thai-military-commission’s-six-point-plan-to-scrutinize-budget-and-troop-size/

 

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Thailand boosts tourism with free SIM cards and digital privileges for visitors
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand Newsroom.

 

The Welcome Back to Thailand campaign, a collaborative endeavour by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Advanced Info Service (AIS), is ready to roll out.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309127-thailand-boosts-tourism-with-free-sim-cards-and-digital-privileges-for-visitors/

 

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Survivor of Israel terror attack returns to Thailand, plans to rest and recover from trauma

by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of Khao Sod

 

Kittiphong Chaiko, a Thai worker from Nong Bua Lamphu who survived a terrorist attack by the political extremist group Hamas in Israel, returned to his home in Thailand, emotionally distressed and shocked by the loss of his colleagues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309128-survivor-of-israel-terror-attack-returns-to-thailand-plans-to-rest-and-recover-from-trauma/

 

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Domestic violence shock: Thai celebrity’s assault on girlfriend
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of Thai CH 8.

 

A brutal domestic violence incident involving a minor celebrity and his girlfriend has become the talk of the town in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309129-domestic-violence-shock-thai-celebrity’s-assault-on-girlfriend/

 

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Bank of Thailand maintains 4.4% GDP growth forecast amid stimulus measures
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock.

 

A 4.4% GDP growth forecast for the coming year has been maintained by the Bank of Thailand, factoring in the government’s proposed economic stimulus measures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309130-bank-of-thailand-maintains-44-gdp-growth-forecast-amid-stimulus-measures/

 

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Thailand's war on guns, American stabs tourists in Chiang Mai : Tim Newton Today - Oct 13

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309132-thailands-war-on-guns-american-stabs-tourists-in-chiang-mai-tim-newton-today-oct-13/

 

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MFP MP clarifies sexual harassment accusation, second MP faces same claim
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Move Forward Party

 

After a Move Forward Party (MFP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Prachin Buri province was accused of sexual harassment, another MP faced the same allegation. Details of his identity have not yet been released.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309133-mfp-mp-clarifies-sexual-harassment-accusation-second-mp-faces-same-claim/

 

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Flash Express denies allegations of staff exodus and warehouse crisis
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: brandinside.asia

 

Flash Express, a prominent delivery firm, has refuted allegations of widespread employee resignations and troubling working conditions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309136-flash-express-denies-allegations-of-staff-exodus-and-warehouse-crisis/

 

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Mall shooting unlikely to impact Thai tourism, but other factors could rain on the parade

By Thai PBS World’s Business Desk

 

 

Thai businesses remain optimistic about the outlook for tourism despite the shooting incident at Siam Paragon, but remain wary of unpredictable events.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309137-mall-shooting-unlikely-to-impact-thai-tourism-but-other-factors-could-rain-on-the-parade/

 

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Government to trial 4 am closing for Thailand’s nightlife venues

By Peter Roche

 

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The Thai government is working to identify pilot locations for a trial of late-night closing for the country’s nightlife. Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says his office is liaising with related parties to find locations where entertainment venues would be allowed to remain open until 4 am.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309142-government-to-trial-4-am-closing-for-thailand’s-nightlife-venues/

 

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People pay respects to late King Bhumibol Adulyadej

 

 

A large number of people from all walks of life arrived at the Rama IX Chalerm Phrakiat memorial park this morning (Friday), to pay their respects to late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the 7th anniversary of his passing.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309097-in-remembrance-of-his-royal-majesty-king-bhumibol-adulyadej-the-great-on-october-13th-2023/?do=findComment&comment=18417843

 

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Siam Paragon shooting claims third victim, music fan loses fight for life
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

The tragic shooting at the Siam Paragon shopping mall, where a 14 year old boy opened fire on the public, claimed its third victim.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309143-siam-paragon-shooting-claims-third-victim-music-fan-loses-fight-for-life/

 

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19 More Thais Returning From Israel Today
by TNR Staff

 

The second batch of Thai workers returning home this evening, Oct. 13, 2023. Photo: Naewna

 

THE THAI Embassy in Tel Aviv arranged for the return of 19 more Thai workers injured in the Israel-Hamas war with the El Al airline flight having departed at 4.30 a.m. local time this morning (Oct. 13) and due to land at Suvarnabhumi Airport at 5.15 p.m., Naewna newspaper and TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309144-19-more-thais-returning-from-israel-today/

 

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Hand to Hand Foundation in Pattaya Holds Bike/Walk Event Around Lake Maprachan
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-On Saturday, 7th October, the Hand to Hand Foundation held the first annual bike or walk event around Lake Maprachan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309145-hand-to-hand-foundation-in-pattaya-holds-bikewalk-event-around-lake-maprachan/