THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 26 October 2023

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New livery for THAI stewardesses

 

 

Thai Airways International (THAI) has introduced a new uniform for their female cabin crew members.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310376-new-livery-for-thai-stewardesses/

 

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Tighter security makes it harder to fly Thais out of Tel Aviv

 

 

Getting Thais out of Israel is becoming more difficult, after the Israeli government tightened up security in the country and at its airports, admitted a top Thai Airways International (THAI) executive.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310377-tighter-security-makes-it-harder-to-fly-thais-out-of-tel-aviv/

 

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Partial lunar eclipse to be visible from Thailand on Sunday

 

A sequence of images of the moon taken during a total lunar eclipse in 2007.//Conrad Jung/Chabot Space and Science Center)

 

People in Thailand will have an opportunity to witness a partial lunar eclipse this Sunday (October 29), which also marks the end of Buddhist Lent, said a director of Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310378-partial-lunar-eclipse-to-be-visible-from-thailand-on-sunday/

 

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Government may not find funding for digital wallet – Move Forward

 

File photo : Move Forward deputy leader Sirikanya Tansakul

 

The adjustments to the digital wallet scheme, as proposed by an ad hoc sub-committee, are an indication that the government is encountering problems in securing the estimated Bt560 billion needed to fund it, Move Forward deputy leader Sirikanya Tansakul said today (Thursday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310379-government-may-not-find-funding-for-digital-wallet-–-move-forward/

 

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PM Addresses Parliament on Combating Online Gambling, Scams

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister has responded to questions in a parliamentary session regarding the government’s measures to combat online gambling and fraudulent call centers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310380-pm-addresses-parliament-on-combating-online-gambling-scams/

 

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TCEB Unveils 2024 MICE Industry Promotion Plan

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) reveals a scheme to drive forward the Thai MICE industry, by creating long-term strength through the concept of cultural capital. The aim is to generate 140 billion baht in revenue by the end of next year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310381-tceb-unveils-2024-mice-industry-promotion-plan/

 

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DPM Somsak Visits PACC to Discuss Operational Strategies

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Office of Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) is working to address ongoing issues of corruption within the public sector.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310382-dpm-somsak-visits-pacc-to-discuss-operational-strategies/

 

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Thailand expected to have five new airlines operating next year

 

PHOTO: Really Cool Airlines

 

From 2024, Thailand is expected to have another 5 airlines operating, with a total investment of at least 3.85 billion baht. Thailand is already served with 6 domestic airlines, most whom also have services from Thailand into regional destinations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310383-thailand-expected-to-have-five-new-airlines-operating-next-year/

 

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Thai woman arrested for money laundering suspicion at airport in Germany

 

Photo via Central Customs Authority in Germany

 

The Central Customs Authority in Germany reported the arrest of a Thai woman at Frankfurt Airport on suspicion of money laundering. The woman is still being questioned by German authorities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310384-thai-woman-arrested-for-money-laundering-suspicion-at-airport-in-germany/

 

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Scrapping immigration forms may boost Malaysian tourist influx in Thailand

 

Picture courtesy of Nutthawat Wicheanbut

 

Tourism professionals in Songkhla have voiced their desire for the discontinuation of the TM6 immigration paperwork as an additional border checkpoint and the eradication of extra-time service charges, as these measures continue to slow the influx of tourists from Malaysia.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310386-scrapping-immigration-forms-may-boost-malaysian-tourist-influx-in-thailand/

 

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The Mall Group plans to extend opening hours to promote Thailand tourism

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand Mall Group Co-chairwoman Supaluck Umpujh proposed a novel strategy to invigorate the nation’s economy by attracting a greater influx of foreign tourists. She insists that the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the tourism sector are moving in the right direction but advocates for the introduction of special incentives to stimulate investments in artificial tourist attractions across the nation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310387-the-mall-group-plans-to-extend-opening-hours-to-promote-thailand-tourism/

 

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Teenage drug addict caught running explicit content ring to fund addiction

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A teenage drug addict, known as A (pseudonym), who was the admin of a secret group, was arrested for disseminating explicit content over the Telegram messenger. The 16 year old confessed to using the money he made from the group, which has tens of thousands of members, to fund his drug habit and online slot gambling addiction. The expose occurred today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310389-teenage-drug-addict-caught-running-explicit-content-ring-to-fund-addiction/

 

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Guards at Popular Pattaya Entertainment Area Allegedly Beat Young Delivery Man

 

 

A 25-year-old delivery man was reportedly beaten by a group of guards at the famous Tree Town night market in Soi Buakhao, Pattaya, on Tuesday evening, say Pattaya police. The motive behind the attack is currently under police investigation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310393-guards-at-popular-pattaya-entertainment-area-allegedly-beat-young-delivery-man/

 

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Pattaya Police Arrest Turkish Dine-and-Dash Suspect with Illegal Drugs

 

 

Pattaya police arrested a Turkish tourist who reportedly refused to pay his food bill on Tuesday night. Authorities also discovered a sachet on the man, suspected to contain ketamine.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310394-pattaya-police-arrest-turkish-dine-and-dash-suspect-with-illegal-drugs/

 

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Chiang Mai Prepares for Influx of Tourists for Lantern Festival

 

 

Chiang Mai is on the top list of travel plans for foreign tourists eyed for the Lantern Festival, with more than 80% of hotel reservations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310395-chiang-mai-prepares-for-influx-of-tourists-for-lantern-festival/

 

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Owner of southern karaoke bar arrested for human trafficking

 

PHOTO: Matichon

 

The owner of a karaoke bar in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat has been arrested for trafficking minors. The defendant has been named only as 38 year old Ms Yardpirun, according to a Phuket Express report.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310396-owner-of-southern-karaoke-bar-arrested-for-human-trafficking/

 

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Prison escapee on the prowl: Inmate’s great Thailand wildlife sanctuary location unveiled

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The hunt for a 37 year old inmate who escaped from Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital led police to the Khao Banthat Wildlife Sanctuary. This vast wildlife refuge, spanning 1266 square kilometres across Phatthalung, Trang, Satun, and Songkhla, is believed to be the hideout of Chaowalit Thongduang, also known as Sia Paeng.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310398-prison-escapee-on-the-prowl-inmate’s-great-thailand-wildlife-sanctuary-location-unveiled/

 

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Illegal pork smuggling operation busted in Bangkok, Thai DSI raids business properties

 

Picture courtesy of ธราธร บุ้งทอง Facebook

 

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) launched a raid on a prominent company in Bangkok, hunting down two investors behind the sale of illegal pork. The police discovered around 200 kilogrammes of illegal pork contraband.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310399-illegal-pork-smuggling-operation-busted-in-bangkok-thai-dsi-raids-business-properties/

 

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Chanthaburi preschool teachers suspected of school trip scam, questioned

 

Photo courtesy of Khaosod

 

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) in Chanthaburi Province is investigating a preschool teacher team accused of collecting money from students for a trip to Vietnam. Jamnien Moonsarn, the director of the Chanthaburi ACC office, revealed that the initial fact-checking was carried out yesterday following reports from the National Corruption Deterrence Centre.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310400-chanthaburi-preschool-teachers-suspected-of-school-trip-scam-questioned/

 

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Villagers flock to see fortune-bringing turtle found in northeast Thailand

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A large turtle attracted a crowd of villagers who believe it could be a harbinger of good fortune, after being found in the middle of the road. The spectacle took place today, at 174 House, Moo 9, in Nong Mek Village, Dan Chang Subdistrict, Bua Yai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, which is the home of 61 years old Sant Uthaida.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310401-villagers-flock-to-see-fortune-bringing-turtle-found-in-northeast-thailand/

 

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Labour ministry to raise minimum wage to Bt400 max by December

 

 

The Ministry of Labour is considering raising minimum wages, which currently range from 328-354 baht per day, to a maximum of 400 baht, according to Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310402-labour-ministry-to-raise-minimum-wage-to-bt400-max-by-december/

 

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Thailand to bid to host 2028 World Pride

 

 

Thailand will bid to host World Pride in 2028, to reflect the country’s acceptance of and open mindedness regarding LGBT+ issues.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310404-thailand-to-bid-to-host-2028-world-pride/

 

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