Police across Thailand today will begin implementing the Public Penalty Act, which allows for fines instead of criminal punishments. The new mandate, signed by the National Police Chief, ensures that individuals won’t face imprisonment or detention in lieu of fines and that their offences will not be recorded in their criminal history.

 

Public Penalty Act: no imprisonment for minor offences, fines only

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310295-public-penalty-act-no-imprisonment-for-minor-offences-fines-only/

 

Picture courtesy of Thairath

Bangkok’s reckless foreign rider roils social media, netizens demand action

 

Photo via Facebook/ พูดคุยทั่วไปLaLaDriver&LINEMAN and Once 31

 

Thai social media users have called upon the police to take action against a serial foreign motorcyclist offender, observed engaging in reckless driving along Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road. Referred to by locals as “Tua Tueng Sukhumvit,” which translates to “the top of Sukhumvit,” the foreign rider has drawn attention across the region.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310300-bangkok’s-reckless-foreign-rider-roils-social-media-netizens-demand-action/

‘The Well-To-Do’ Might Not Get 10,000-Baht Digital Wallet: Julapun
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat against a background of digital wallet scheme. Both photos: Matichon

 

DEPUTY FINANCE MINISTER JULAPUN Amornvivat said Wednesday (Oct.25) “the well-to-do” among all Thai nationals might probably be denied the Pheu Thai campaign-promised 10,000-baht digital wallet so that the government could finally find enough money to fund it.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310311-‘the-well-to-do’-might-not-get-10000-baht-digital-wallet-julapun/

 

Pita Shares TIME100 Next Honour With All Thais
by TNR Staff

 

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat with other guests and honorees at the TIME100 Next gala dinner. Photo: Matichon

 

MOVE Forward advisory chairman Pita Limjaroenrat said in his speech at the third annual TIME100 Next gala dinner in New York City last night (this morning in Thailand) after being chosen one of this year’s emerging leaders shaping the future that he is sharing the honour with all Thais, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310312-pita-shares-time100-next-honour-with-all-thais/

 

I wish to share personal photos with everybody : Prayut

 

 

Former PM Prayut Chan-o-cha posted photos of him and his wife, Naraporn, on his Facebook page on Wednesday. They were taken during their trip to Japan last week.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310317-i-wish-to-share-personal-photos-with-everybody-prayut/

Swiss Fugitive Arrested in Thailand on Drug Charges
 

Picture: Daily News

 

On October 25, Thai police apprehended Alfred [last name withheld], a 64-year-old Swiss national, in the Kalasin district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310315-swiss-fugitive-arrested-in-thailand-on-drug-charges/

 

Violent Gang Assault in Udon Thani Stuns Community

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On October 25th, reports emerged from residents within the Udon Thani municipal district about a vicious assault by a gang of teenagers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310314-violent-gang-assault-in-udon-thani-stuns-community/

 

Horrific Traffic Accident in Chonburi Results in One Fatality

 

Picture: 77kaoded

 

At 7:30 pm on October 25th, 2023, Officer Nathabordin Thong-in of Nong Prue police station was informed of a collision involving two motorcycles in the Bang Lamung district, Chonburi, near the entrance of Soi Pong Klang 2.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310316-horrific-traffic-accident-in-chonburi-results-in-one-fatality/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 26 October 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310326-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-26-october-2023/

 

Chon Buri man filmed in indecent act outside convenience store, community calls for police action

by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 20 year old youth caused a stir in the community of Phanat Nikhom, Chon Buri when he was caught on camera inappropriately touching himself outside a convenience store.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310328-chon-buri-man-filmed-in-indecent-act-outside-convenience-store-community-calls-for-police-action/

 

Thai hostages may be released in next Hamas prisoner batch, says PM
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online

 

Yesterday, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin hinted at possible positive developments regarding the Thai workers held hostage by Hamas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310329-thai-hostages-may-be-released-in-next-hamas-prisoner-batch-says-pm/

 

UPDATE:

 

Thailand refines 10,000-baht digital handout eligibility amid wealth exclusion fears
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of komchadluek

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced that the government is developing criteria to determine eligibility for a 10,000-baht digital money handout amid speculation that affluent individuals might be exempted from the scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310311-‘the-well-to-do’-might-not-get-10000-baht-digital-wallet-julapun/?do=findComment&comment=18450008

 

Chonburi Gambling Den Raid Nets 29 Arrests, Including Police Officer
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Chonburi — Banglamung police and administrative officers apprehended 29 suspected gamblers on Tuesday, October 24th, among whom one person appeared to be a police officer.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310331-chonburi-gambling-den-raid-nets-29-arrests-including-police-officer/

 

Impending heavy rainfall threatens 40 Thai provinces, Bangkok residents warned of potential flash floods
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Luka Vovk, Unsplash

 

A continuous downpour has been forecasted by the Thai Meteorological Department for today, affecting 40 provinces, including Bangkok. The capital city is expected to witness heavy rainfall covering 60% of the area, urging residents to be cautious of potential flash floods and sudden runoff.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310334-impending-heavy-rainfall-threatens-40-thai-provinces-bangkok-residents-warned-of-potential-flash-floods/

 

Forget Kra land bridge, just build a canal
by Arun Saronchai

 

The prospect of the Kra Canal, a man-made waterway cutting across Thailand’s Isthmus of Kra, has ignited impassioned debates across various spheres.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310336-forget-kra-land-bridge-just-build-a-canal/

 

Chiang Mai singer Farm faces legal action for setting trousers on fire on stage
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Chiang Mai administration officials detained a well-known singer for setting his trousers on fire during a live performance, a violation of Thai law.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310337-chiang-mai-singer-farm-faces-legal-action-for-setting-trousers-on-fire-on-stage/

 

Thailand mayor resigns following arrest over 600,000 baht extortion charges
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Weerachart Rasamee, the son-in-law of Thailand’s Deputy Interior Minister Chada Thaised, has stepped down from his role as municipal mayor following an arrest linked to alleged extortion charges. The incident unfolded in Uthai Thani province, with Weerachart being apprehended on Tuesday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310338-thailand-mayor-resigns-following-arrest-over-600000-baht-extortion-charges/

 

Spaniard charged over murder of lover on Koh Pha Ngan : Tim Newton Today - Oct 26

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310339-spaniard-charged-over-murder-of-lover-on-koh-pha-ngan-tim-newton-today-oct-26/

 

Samui prosecutor’s office report accuses Spaniard Sancho of premeditated murder
Online News Editor

 

 

Bangkok, (EFE).- The Prosecutor’s Office on the Thai island of Koh Samui on Wednesday delivered to court its report in which it accused Spaniard Daniel Sancho of premeditated murder and concealment of a body, the same charges established by police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310341-samui-prosecutor’s-office-report-accuses-spaniard-sancho-of-premeditated-murder/

 

Molasses spill from overturned truck causes traffic chaos on Ram Intra Road
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

An 18-wheel truck carrying molasses lost control and tipped over in the middle of Ram Intra Road’s outbound lane, causing a lengthy traffic jam and several motorcycles to slip and fall.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310343-molasses-spill-from-overturned-truck-causes-traffic-chaos-on-ram-intra-road/

 

Thai students meditate on their rights, challenge world record bid
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Meditation for World Peace.

 

Thai students are challenging their nation’s quest to shatter the world meditation record with a staggering one million young minds.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310344-thai-students-meditate-on-their-rights-challenge-world-record-bid/

 

Golden eel glimmer sparks lottery fever in central Thailand

by Samantha Rose

 

Picture courtesy of Sanook.

 

A golden eel yesterday stole the spotlight in the Wang Pong, Phetchabun community, igniting a lottery fever frenzy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310345-golden-eel-glimmer-sparks-lottery-fever-in-central-thailand/

 

Thai DPM’s Official Visit to Vietnam Marks 10-Year Strategic Partnership

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - A Thai delegation embarked on a two-day visit to Vietnam to attend the annual Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Southeast Asia Ministerial Forum in Hanoi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310347-thai-dpm’s-official-visit-to-vietnam-marks-10-year-strategic-partnership/

 

Will the Srettha government pursue debt-fuelled growth?  

 

 

The Pheu Thai-led coalition government faces mounting pressure to abandon its populist policy of handing out 10,000 baht to all citizens aged 16 years and above under its digital wallet scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310351-will-the-srettha-government-pursue-debt-fuelled-growth- / 

 

Banned Thai film ‘DogGod’ returns to screens
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Manit Sriwanichpoom.

 

Thailand’s Film and Video Screening Office (FVSO) finally gave its blessing to allow the Thai film DogGod, also known as My Teacher Eats Biscuits, to be screened after it was banned for 25 years as a threat to religions in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310353-banned-thai-film-‘doggod’-returns-to-screens/

 

UPDATE:

 

Spanish chef charged with murdering, dismembering partner on Koh Pha Ngan

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Matichon

A 29 year old Spanish man has been officially charged with murdering and dismembering his Colombian partner on Koh Pha Ngan in August of this year. Daniel Bronchalo, who is a famous chef in his home country, was charged at Koh Samui Provincial Court yesterday, October 25.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310341-samui-prosecutor’s-office-report-accuses-spaniard-sancho-of-premeditated-murder/?do=findComment&comment=18450621

 

How Thailand’s seven-decade submarine dream hit the rocks and sank
By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk

 

 

The Royal Thai Navy’s dream of acquiring its first submarine in over seven decades has been shattered once again.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310354-how-thailand’s-seven-decade-submarine-dream-hit-the-rocks-and-sank/

 

Two media executives arrested for breaching copyright on Thai TV content

 

Two top executives of a media company are being detained by Department of Special Investigation (DSI) officers for alleged copyright infringements, related to the recording and rebroadcast (streaming) of several Thai Army-run TV Channel 7 programs via to Thai customers abroad, causing losses to the television station estimated at about 2.8 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310356-two-media-executives-arrested-for-breaching-copyright-on-thai-tv-content/

 

Thai Ministry of Interior Officially Approves 4 AM Bar Closing Time, Areas Urged to Individually Request Permission
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: Hotel.com

The Thai Ministry of Interior on Wednesday approved the extension of the closing time for nighttime entertainment venues from the original 2 AM to 4 AM.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310357-thai-ministry-of-interior-officially-approves-4-am-bar-closing-time-areas-urged-to-individually-request-permission/

 

Somsak Quashes Accusation Of Demanding Big Kickback In Black Panther Case
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

 

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER SOMSAK Thepsuthin today (Oct.26) categorically dismissed the accusation that he had demanded 50 million baht in payoff from the family of former convict/construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta in exchange for his freedom a couple of years ago.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310358-somsak-quashes-accusation-of-demanding-big-kickback-in-black-panther-case/