THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 28 October 2023

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Police swooped to arrest a Nigerian drug lord’s three Thai wives and five foreigners in a drug smuggling operation at a house in Bangkok’s Nimit Mai district.

 

Nigerian drug lord’s Thai wives and foreign accomplices nabbed in Bangkok smuggling sting

Photo via Facebook/ Page 3 News

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310489-nigerian-drug-lord’s-thai-wives-and-foreign-accomplices-nabbed-in-bangkok-smuggling-sting/

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Thai tourism bodies urge government to rebuild confidence with Chinese tourists
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo: Bangkok Post.

 

The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) and the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) called on the government to restore confidence in Chinese tourists via mainland tour agents, emphasising that this approach can guarantee tourist safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310461-thai-tourism-bodies-urge-government-to-rebuild-confidence-with-chinese-tourists/

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Thai Police, DEA Bust Nigerian Drug Gang
by TNR Staff

 

Senior Thai police officers together with a DEA official based in Thailand announcing their success in smashing a Nigerian drug gang here. Photo: Thai Rath

 

THAI narcotics police together with a US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) official in Thailand smashed a Nigerian drug trafficking ring based here with four Nigerians and an Ivory Coast national as well as three Thai women being arrested, Amarin TV said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310489-nigerian-drug-lord’s-thai-wives-and-foreign-accomplices-nabbed-in-bangkok-smuggling-sting/?do=findComment&comment=18455481

 

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Two Fairground Rides Closed After Accident Injures Three People
by TNR Staff 

 

Funfair rides installed beneath Rama VIII Bridge. Photo: Matichon

 

SOON after a giant octopus ride at a funfair beneath Rama VIII Bridge malfunctioned, throwing three people to the ground last night (Oct. 26) the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) quickly closed both this and the risky flying bee ride, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310502-two-fairground-rides-closed-after-accident-injures-three-people/

 

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ChitChat Thailand Pattaya report: Is Pattaya ready for the high season?

 

 

Full report: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310503-chitchat-thailand-pattaya-report-is-pattaya-ready-for-the-high-season/

 

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IKEA to open new branch at Sukhumvit of Bangkok in December
by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana

 

The infographic says “Hello Sukhumvit: 1 December 2023” by IKEA. Photo by Prachachat.Net.

The Swedish furniture retailer IKEA will open its new branch, “IKEA Sukhumvit” under the “City-Center Store” concept at Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand on the first of December 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310507-ikea-to-open-new-branch-at-sukhumvit-of-bangkok-in-december/

 

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European films to be screened in Bangkok, Thailand in “European Union Film Festival 2023”
by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana 

 

The European Union (EU) Delegation to Thailand together with the Embassies and Cultural Institutes of the EU Member States and Ukraine will hold “The European Union Film Festival 2023: Bridging Cultures” from 14-30 November 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310508-european-films-to-be-screened-in-bangkok-thailand-in-“european-union-film-festival-2023”/

 

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Uncle Phon’s high-profile legal battles captivate Thai society ahead of October verdict
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod.

 

Thai society has been gripped by the high-profile case of Uncle Phon, a local man from Mukdahan province, who has been embroiled in a number of legal battles, the most notable being the mysterious disappearance and untimely death of a three year old girl, known as Nong Chompu in 2020.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310509-uncle-phon’s-high-profile-legal-battles-captivate-thai-society-ahead-of-october-verdict/

 

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New Section of Sri Racha Floating Bridge Opens to Boost Koh Loi’s Tourism
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: ข่าวคนชล

Sri Racha — Sri Racha authorities officially opened the third section of the “Floating Bridge” project aimed at boosting tourism on Koh Loi on Thursday, October 26th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310510-new-section-of-sri-racha-floating-bridge-opens-to-boost-koh-loi’s-tourism/

 

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Teenager Seen Threatened at Gunpoint at Motorcycle Repair Shop
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A young teenager was seen being threatened at gunpoint by a group of unidentified teenagers in Pattaya on Thursday night, October 26th. The victim was then seen being taken away by the suspects.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310511-teenager-seen-threatened-at-gunpoint-at-motorcycle-repair-shop/

 

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Massive Drug Bust: Roi Et Police Seize 800,000 Pills of Amphetamine
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Roi Et—On October 26th, 2023, Pol. Lt. Gen. Sarayut Sa-nguanphokai, the Commander-in-Chief, and Roi Et police officers intercepted two pickup trucks smuggling over 800,000 pills of amphetamine to central Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310514-massive-drug-bust-roi-et-police-seize-800000-pills-of-amphetamine/

 

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Fire Breaks Out at Popular Nightspot in Trat
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

A significant fire broke out at a renowned entertainment venue in Trat province, with early estimates indicating damages exceeding one million Baht. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310504-fire-breaks-out-at-popular-nightspot-in-trat/

 

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U.S. donates 12 patrol boats to combat crime and drug trafficking
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On October 27, 2023, at the Headquarters of the 11th Riverine Police Command (RPC) in Nong Khai Province, Thailand, Mr. Robert F. Godec, the United States Ambassador to Thailand, and Police Lieutenant General Ratchan Suwanhawat, Commander of the 11th RPC, jointly presided over the handover ceremony of 12 patrol boats to the Thai police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310505-us-donates-12-patrol-boats-to-combat-crime-and-drug-trafficking/

 

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Elderly Man Killed in Collision at Uthai Thani Intersection

 

 

A 72-year-old man was fatally struck by a pickup truck while crossing an intersection near his home in Uthai Thani province. The incident occurred on October 27th near the Tambon Khok Mo administration office in Thap Than district.

 

Picture: Daily News: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310506-elderly-man-killed-in-collision-at-uthai-thani-intersection/

 

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Fast-paced recovery - TAT is confident of hitting Thailand's 2023 tourism targets
By Karen Yue

 

Thapanee Kiatphaibool, who takes over as governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), is confident of hitting the country’s 2023 tourism targets within the next two months – she explains why and what’s planned for 2024

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310517-fast-paced-recovery- tat-is-confident-of-hitting-thailands-2023-tourism-targets/

 

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Knife-wielding man sparks chaos: Teacher’s husband fires warning shots

by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A mentally unstable man caused chaos in a Thai neighbourhood when he brandished a knife, injuring a resident before threatening a female teacher. The teacher’s husband, a police officer, fired warning shots to subdue the man.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310520-knife-wielding-man-sparks-chaos-teacher’s-husband-fires-warning-shots/

 

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Provision of Consular Services: Thursday, November 2, 9:00 AM- 11:30 AM

 

Info: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310525-us-embassy-consular-outreach-pattaya/

 

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Thai music composer in serious condition following fire accident
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Sujin Kulchanarong, also known as Teacher Jinnie Phutai, a renowned Thai country music composer and arranger, has been hospitalised following a severe fire accident at his home in Muang district, Khon Kaen.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310526-thai-music-composer-in-serious-condition-following-fire-accident/

 

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Thailand’s most haunted places

by Cita Catellya

 

PHOTO: By Nathan Wright via Unsplash

 

It’s Halloween season, so it’s time to get our spook on! Sure, attending parties and (fake) haunted houses is fun, but how about getting up close and personal with the paranormal by visiting the real thing?

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310530-thailand’s-most-haunted-places/

 

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Phetchaburi: Body of newborn baby found in forest, police investigates
Photo of Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The body of a newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a forest by a 27 year old man, Sathorn Raya In, who was foraging for mushrooms near the road. The incident occurred last night, and was reported to the local police station in Phetchaburi province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310532-phetchaburi-body-of-newborn-baby-found-in-forest-police-investigates/

 

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Thailand’s smartphone market bracing for double-digit slump
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo: Somchai Poomlard/Bangkok Post.

 

Thailand’s smartphone market is facing a potential double-digit contraction this year, as a result of the economic downturn and a decrease in consumer purchasing power in Q2 and Q3, according to M Vision Plc, an expo organiser, and mobile phone vendors. However, market prospects are predicted to improve in Q4, owing to the introduction of new flagship phones.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310533-thailand’s-smartphone-market-bracing-for-double-digit-slump/

 

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Suphan Buri: Man suffers electrical shock caused by faulty street light, pregnant wife and three children left behind
Photo of Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A tragic incident has unfolded in Suphan Buri province where 26 year old Sai Chonlajom Ngaam lost his life due to an electrical shock from a faulty street light pole.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310534-suphan-buri-man-suffers-electrical-shock-caused-by-faulty-street-light-pregnant-wife-and-three-children-left-behind/

 

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Foreign Investment Flourishes in Thailand
by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - In the first nine months of 2023, foreign investment in Thailand significantly rose, exceeding 84 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310535-foreign-investment-flourishes-in-thailand/

 

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Myanmar human trafficking ring: 153 Thais rescued thanks to Thailand Foreign Ministry
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A human trafficking ring in the northern Shan State of Myanmar has ensnared 219 Thai nationals, but thanks to the efforts of the Foreign Ministry, 153 have been rescued. Kanchana Patarachoke, the ministry’s spokeswoman, shared that these individuals had been deceived with promises of work in Laukkaing, only to be assaulted by their employers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310537-myanmar-human-trafficking-ring-153-thais-rescued-thanks-to-thailand-foreign-ministry/

 

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Murder: man shot dead by intoxicated perpetrator in unprovoked attack in Surin province
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A local man, 48 year old Gowit Boonthan was shot dead by an intoxicated perpetrator in an unprovoked attack. The incident occurred yesterday evening around 6.30pm while Gowit was in a pick-up truck driven by his younger brother.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310538-murder-man-shot-dead-by-intoxicated-perpetrator-in-unprovoked-attack-in-surin-province/

 

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Thailand Live Monday 30 October 2023

https://aseannow.com/topic/1310626-thailand-live-monday-30-october-2023/