A former construction tycoon, Premchai Karnasuta, was released from on parole from prison yesterday (Tuesday), after serving a jail term for poaching in Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife sanctuary in Kanchanaburi province in December 2021.

 

Construction tycoon jailed for poaching leaves prison

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309537-construction-tycoon-jailed-for-poaching-leaves-prison/

Pattaya Songtaew Drivers Engage in Fierce Brawl for Passengers

 

 

A rivalry among the drivers of two Songtaews, a popular form of public transport in Thailand, escalated Sunday night as the drivers engaged in a violent brawl to vie for customers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309546-pattaya-songtaew-drivers-engage-in-fierce-brawl-for-passengers/

Police Chief To Find Out Whether Thaksin Feigned Illness
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Police Chief Pol.Gen. Torsak Sukwimon, left, and de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra being taken for a CT Scan and MRI at Police Hospital, right. Photo: Matichon

 

POLICE CHIEF Pol.Gen. Torsak Sukwimon today (Oct.17) ordered executive officials of Police Hospital to find out about the current condition of the “sickly” de facto Pheu Thai boss/convicted inmate Thaksin Shinawatra and whether he could possibly have feigned his way to hospital only to stay away from jail as alleged.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309566-police-chief-to-find-out-whether-thaksin-feigned-illness/

Long time Danish resident stuck in Thai immigration detention in complicated case
by Gregers Møller

 

Stig Wulff in a photo from July 2021. Photo: FaceBook.

Mr Stig Wulff, a 65 years old Dane, is currently held in the detention center of the Immigration Bureau in Bangkok, He is caught in a conflicting situation between the court in Samui and the immigration bureau.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309567-long-time-danish-resident-stuck-in-thai-immigration-detention-in-complicated-case/

 

Mixed Reactions to Russian Tourists Being Allowed to Stay Longer in Thailand
By Adam Judd

 

Tourism operators in Pattaya say they are concerned about the Thai government’s visa extension program for Russian tourists as they fear it could bring in an influx of illegal workers who might steal Thai people’s jobs. In contrast, operators in Phuket believe the program will contribute additional revenue to the country.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309570-mixed-reactions-to-russian-tourists-being-allowed-to-stay-longer-in-thailand/

 

Thai evacuees can return to work in Israel, no re-entry visa required

 

 

Thai workers who returned to Thailand during the war between Israel and Hamas while their employment contracts, not exceeding five years and three months, are still valid can return to Israel without the need for a re-entry visa, but they should contact their employment agency first, according to the Thai Foreign Ministry, quoting a circular letter from the Israeli Population and Immigration Office.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309571-thai-evacuees-can-return-to-work-in-israel-no-re-entry-visa-required/

 

Police Crack Down on Crime to Boost Tourist Confidence
 

Picture: Daily News

 

In a concerted effort to cleanse the region of criminal activities and instill confidence in tourists, This operation has led to the arrest of 37 individuals engaged in various unlawful activities.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309568-police-crack-down-on-crime-to-boost-tourist-confidence/

 

False Alarm: Controversial Signage Sparks Social Media Frenzy

 

Picture: 77kaoded

 

In a recent online incident, a Facebook user posted a photo of a sign situated along the Pattaya Beach coastline in Bang Lamung, Chonburi province.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309569-false-alarm-controversial-signage-sparks-social-media-frenzy/

 

Businessman Survives Horrific Crash, Flipping Over on the Expressway, 2 Injured

 

Picture: Siam Rath

On October 18, at 05:56 AM, a serious accident occurred on the Chaloem Maha Nakhon Expressway in Bangkok, leaving two people injured. The incident was investigated by Pol. Lt. Col. Chaiyapat Thapchom, Deputy Chief of the Traffic Control Center, Expressway Authority of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309572-businessman-survives-horrific-crash-flipping-over-on-the-expressway-2-injured/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 18 October 2023

 

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309576-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-18-october-2023/

 

Thai student’s tragic death after falling victim to iPhone online scam
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: digitaltrends.com

 

A tragic incident unfolded in Nakhon Si Thammarat when 19 year old Atiya, a student, was found hanged in her home after falling victim to an online scam.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309579-thai-student’s-tragic-death-after-falling-victim-to-iphone-online-scam/

 

Thai women heroically rescue compatriots amidst Israel conflict
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Bangkok Post

 

Two Thai women, Wipawadee “Jam” Vannachai and Napaporn “Nong” Sohasun, have emerged as heroes following their daring rescue of 32 Thai workers amidst the recent Hamas attacks in Israel.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309581-thai-women-heroically-rescue-compatriots-amidst-israel-conflict/

 

Bangkok’s electric train flat fare drops to 20 baht, ridership soars by 90%

 by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: The Nation Thailand

 

A surge of nearly 90% in ridership was recorded on Bangkok’s Red and Purple electric train lines this Monday, following the introduction of a 20-baht flat fare. 

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309584-bangkok’s-electric-train-flat-fare-drops-to-20-baht-ridership-soars-by-90/

 

Thai PM adviser urges police to improve criminal record updating system
by Mitch Connor

 

Pichai Naripthaphan. Photo: www2.mof.go.th

 

Pichai Naripthaphan, previously holding the position of energy minister and presently advising Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has urged the Royal Thai Police (RTP) to enhance their criminal record database updating system.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309585-thai-pm-adviser-urges-police-to-improve-criminal-record-updating-system/

 

Thai workers in Israel red zone plead for government aid to return home
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Bangkok Post

 

A plea for help has been issued by 28 Thai workers located in Israel.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309593-thai-workers-in-israel-red-zone-plead-for-government-aid-to-return-home/

 

Thai PM meets Putin, reaction to 90 day Russian visas : Tim Newton Today - Oct 18

 

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309594-thai-pm-meets-putin-reaction-to-90-day-russian-visas-tim-newton-today-oct-18/

 

Middle East turmoil puts Thai car exports in the hot seat
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post.

 

The Federation of Thai Industries’ Automotive Industry Club warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict could potentially disrupt car exports to the region.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309595-middle-east-turmoil-puts-thai-car-exports-in-the-hot-seat/

 

Srettha invites Putin to visit Thailand

 

 

Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Thailand to strengthen the two countries’ ties.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309596-srettha-invites-putin-to-visit-thailand/

 

Udon Thani sisters win 200,000 baht each in lottery, attributing success to father’s dream
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Three sisters from Thung Fon District, Udon Thani Province scooped second prize in the government lottery. The lucky number, 431314, was revealed in a dream by their late father, bringing each sister a windfall of 200,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309597-udon-thani-sisters-win-200000-baht-each-in-lottery-attributing-success-to-father’s-dream/

 

Thailand to establish dedicated appeal court for narcotics cases

 by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Shutterstock.

 

The Supreme Court of Thailand has set in motion plans to establish a dedicated appeal court for narcotics cases, aiming to expedite the legal process for confiscating assets of drug networks.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309598-thailand-to-establish-dedicated-appeal-court-for-narcotics-cases/

 

Another Thai Fatality Reported in Israel

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 18 (TNA) – One more Thai citizen was killed in Israel, bringing the total number of Thai fatalities to 30, said Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309599-another-thai-fatality-reported-in-israel/

 

Thai government committee plans referendum on constitutional amendments
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of prachachat.

 

Two sub-panels have been established by the government committee studying the proposed constitutional amendments in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309611-thai-government-committee-plans-referendum-on-constitutional-amendments/

 

TAT asks for Bt600m to promote tourism during the fourth quarter of this year
 

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is seeking Bt600 million from the Central Fund for a tourism promotion campaign and the holding of events, domestically and abroad, highlighting the architectural marvel of Wat Arun Ratchawararam Temple, or Wat Arun, and Nakhon Ratchasima, in an effort to increase tourist arrivals to six million during the last quarter of this year.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309614-tat-asks-for-bt600m-to-promote-tourism-during-the-fourth-quarter-of-this-year/

 

Phuket Vegetarian Festival thrives with cultural rituals and street processions
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Eakkapop Thongtub.

 

The streets of Phuket town were buzzing with spiritual energy earlier today as the Phuket Vegetarian Festival entered its fourth day and the third day of street processions.

 

Full story: https://www.aseannow.com/topic/1309618-phuket-vegetarian-festival-thrives-with-cultural-rituals-and-street-processions/

 

Thailand Advances in Government Digitalization

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government is accelerating its efforts to streamline public services through electronic systems.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309634-thailand-advances-in-government-digitalization/

 

SET Warns of Investment Scams

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has raised an alert about a counterfeit page related to the "Collaboration Against Investment Fraud" project.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309635-set-warns-of-investment-scams/

 

Two Embassies Warn Thai Citizens Abroad

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 18 (TNA) – The Thai embassies in Paris and Brussels have issued a warning to Thai citizens to closely monitor the situation and exercise caution when in areas with large gatherings, following an elevated security threat level.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309636-two-embassies-warn-thai-citizens-abroad/

 

Air Pollution Warning for Bangkok

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 18 (TNA) – The Department of Pollution Control has reported unhealthy levels of PM 2.5 in several parts of Bangkok and its surrounding areas.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309637-air-pollution-warning-for-bangkok/

 

PM Srettha urges swift evacuation decision as death toll of Thai workers in Israel hits 30

 

Picture courtesy of Wassana Nanuam

 

Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin urgently called upon Thai citizens residing in Israel to make a swift decision regarding their evacuation amidst escalating global concerns. The Thai death toll in Israel has distressingly reached 30.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309638-pm-srettha-urges-swift-evacuation-decision-as-death-toll-of-thai-workers-in-israel-hits-30/

 

Pattaya Pub Raid Uncovers Two Pubgoers on Illegal Drugs

 

 

Two unidentified pubgoers were found to have taken illegal drugs during a Pattaya police raid on an entertainment venue early Wednesday morning, October 18th. The venue also did not have an operating license.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309640-pattaya-pub-raid-uncovers-two-pubgoers-on-illegal-drugs/