THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 3 November 2023

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Chonburi — Chonburi law enforcement and administrative authorities on Wednesday launched a collaborative operation to combat pressing social issues in the province.

 

Chonburi Governor Launches Operation in Pattaya to Crack Down on Crime Ahead of High Season
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311012-chonburi-governor-launches-operation-in-pattaya-to-crack-down-on-crime-ahead-of-high-season/

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Appeals Courts Dismisses Case Against Yellow Shirt Leader, Members
by TNR Staff

Composite photo and inserted images show Yellow Shirt demonstrators and their leaders in 2008. All photos: Matichon

 

THE APPEALS Court this morning (Nov. 2) upheld a verdict to dismiss a case against Mr. Sondhit Limthongkul, co-founder of now defunct People’s Alliance for Democracy (PAD), commonly known as Yellow Shirts, and 20 other members on charges of using force and violence to cause chaos and revolt by besieging and obstructing Parliament to pressure former prime minister Samak Sundaravej to resign and obstructing a parliamentary meeting to prevent his replacement, prime minister Somchai Wongsawat, from announcing his policy statement in 2008, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311017-appeals-courts-dismisses-case-against-yellow-shirt-leader-members/

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Pattaya Authorities Hold Public Hearing on Extending Bar Closing Hours to 4 AM
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A group of business operators in Pattaya met with law enforcement officials to discuss extending the legal operating hours of nighttime businesses to 4 AM in a bid to boost tourism revenue.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311065-pattaya-authorities-hold-public-hearing-on-extending-bar-closing-hours-to-4-am/

 

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Thailand Records Over 22 Million Foreign Tourists in 2023 and Anticipates Winter Season Rush
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

On October 31st, 2023, the Economics Tourism and Sports Division and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports publicly revealed statistics on foreign tourists visiting Thailand from January 1st to October 29th, 2023, with more than 22,064,968 tourists recorded.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311067-thailand-records-over-22-million-foreign-tourists-in-2023-and-anticipates-winter-season-rush/

 

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Thailand, China To Hold Unofficial Talks On Submarine-Frigate Tradeoff
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Photo: Thai Rath

 

THAILAND IS ANTICIPATING unofficial talks next week with China in bid to trade off a submarine already purchased by the Thai navy for a frigate, Defence Minister Suthin Khlangsang said Nov.2.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311031-thailand-to-hold-talks-with-china-on-submarine-to-frigate-swap/?do=findComment&comment=18471210

 

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Scandinavian Airlines resumes direct flights between Copenhagen and Bangkok
by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana

 

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) launched direct flights from Copenhagen, Denmark to Bangkok, Thailand after a ten-year absence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311072-scandinavian-airlines-resumes-direct-flights-between-copenhagen-and-bangkok/

 

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Wild Elephant Attack on Volunteer Prompts Enhanced Protection Measures in Chachoengsao
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Chachoengsao—At 6:50 PM, on October 31st, 2023, Capt. Sura Soraknit, the Commander of Thai Army Rangers 1306, received a report that a wild elephant assaulted a villager in Khlong Udom village, Sanam Chai Khet, Chachoengsao.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311073-wild-elephant-attack-on-volunteer-prompts-enhanced-protection-measures-in-chachoengsao/

 

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Banglamung Authorities Implement Stricter Firearm Regulations for Public Safety
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Chonburi — In response to recent alarming incidents involving firearms, government agencies in Banglamung district, Chonburi province, convened a meeting on November 2nd, 2023, to address growing concerns over public safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311074-banglamung-authorities-implement-stricter-firearm-regulations-for-public-safety/

 

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Two Motorbike Riders Amazingly Survive After Sedan Loses Control in Rawai – VIDEO
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Rawai – Two motorbike riders have escaped from any injury after a sedan lost control in front of them before slamming into a power pole in Rawai, Mueang Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311075-two-motorbike-riders-amazingly-survive-after-sedan-loses-control-in-rawai-–-video/

 

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Conservationists mourn death of leopard in Kaeng Krachan National Park
By Online Reporter

 

Image: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช

A female leopard, estimated to be between six and seven years old, was found deceased near Ban Krang unit in Kaeng Krachan National Park, officials reported on November 2.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311077-conservationists-mourn-death-of-leopard-in-kaeng-krachan-national-park/

 

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Law Enforcement Crackdown on Transnational Crime and Drug Trafficking in Loei Province
 

 

On November 2, 2023, Loei Province's Deputy Police Commissioner, Chonnapan Suwansrinon, along with other law enforcement officials, launched a concerted effort to combat transnational crimes and illegal drug activities in the region.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311068-law-enforcement-crackdown-on-transnational-crime-and-drug-trafficking-in-loei-province/

 

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Tragic Red Light Collision in Ratchaburi Claims One Life
 

Picture: Siam Rath

On November 2, 2023, a Honda Click motorcycle was involved in a fatal collision with an 18-wheeler at the Huai Chin Singh intersection in Ratchaburi City.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311069-tragic-red-light-collision-in-ratchaburi-claims-one-life/

 

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Unique Chinese-Styled Boat Captivates at Songkhla’s Buddhist Festival

 

 

In Songkhla, a province known for its vibrant Buddhist processions, the Wat Santivarakun in Sadao district has distinguished itself with a unique Chinese-styled ceremonial boat, a first and only of its kind in the region.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311070-unique-chinese-styled-boat-captivates-at-songkhla’s-buddhist-festival/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 3 November 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311078-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-3-november-2023/

 

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Railway development gains speed: Thailand fast-tracks five-country rail link

Photo of Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A plan to accelerate the development of dual railway tracks connecting five countries – Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, and China – was announced at the 4th iTIC FORUM 2023: Power of Connectivity and Smart Mobility.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311079-railway-development-gains-speed-thailand-fast-tracks-five-country-rail-link/

 

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PM2.5 dust surge: Bangkok on alert, schools may halt activities

Photo of Mitch Connor
 

Photo: nida.ac.th

 

Bangkok is bracing for an imminent surge in PM2.5 dust pollution from today until the end of the week, with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) preparing strict measures to mitigate the environmental hazard.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311080-pm25-dust-surge-bangkok-on-alert-schools-may-halt-activities/

 

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Medical cannabis: CISW’s events for business and awareness
by Mitch Connor 

 

Photo: Istock

 

The CISW Holding Group, in partnership with CISW International, CISW Green World and CISW European Wellness World, unveiled plans for two significant events focusing on medical cannabis. These events aim to highlight business prospects and foster a greater understanding of its medicinal applications.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311084-medical-cannabis-cisw’s-events-for-business-and-awareness/

 

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Undercooked pork alert: DDC cautions after hearing loss fever outbreak
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org

 

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has issued a warning against consuming undercooked or raw pork following an outbreak of Streptococcus suis, otherwise known as hearing loss fever. This outbreak has resulted in approximately 500 infections and 24 fatalities so far.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311086-undercooked-pork-alert-ddc-cautions-after-hearing-loss-fever-outbreak/

 

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Thailand tourism aims for 2.38 trillion baht target with late-year surge
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo: lonelyplanet.com

 

Aiming to achieve its revenue target of 2.38 trillion baht, Thailand’s tourism sector is pushing ahead in the last two months of the year. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced that the total takings for the first ten months stood at 1.67 trillion.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311091-thailand-tourism-aims-for-238-trillion-baht-target-with-late-year-surge/

 

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Prime Minister “sets record straight” on Thai Enquirer editorial
by Thai Enquirer

 

Following an editorial in Thai Enquirer by Arun Saronchai on Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s alliance with the military the prime minister took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to reply to the allegations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311093-prime-minister-“sets-record-straight”-on-thai-enquirer-editorial/

 

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Bangkok bus bust-up: Dismissed driver’s fare share of woes
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A bus driver has been dismissed following an incident in which a young man claimed he was verbally abused and forced off the bus. The driver, who said he was afraid of dismissal, confirmed he had been let go by the company.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311098-bangkok-bus-bust-up-dismissed-driver’s-fare-share-of-woes/

 

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Thai woman accused of stealing identity to swindle 3 million baht from man
by Petch Petpailin

 

Wassana and Aom. Photo via Channel 3.

 

A Thai woman accused another in the central province of Kampang Phet of stealing her identity to swindle more than 3 million baht from a man. The accused woman denied the allegation but admitted to knowing the victim.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311099-thai-woman-accused-of-stealing-identity-to-swindle-3-million-baht-from-man/

 

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Trial twist: Tangmo’s case peels back for fresh witnesses
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Nonthaburi Provincial Court scheduled a hearing for the prosecution witnesses in the case concerning the death of Nida Patcharaveerapong, better known as Tangmo, who was separated and tried with the remaining four defendants after the initial case had been concluded.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311100-trial-twist-tangmo’s-case-peels-back-for-fresh-witnesses/

 

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Illicit pork trade crackdown in Thailand set to conclude next month
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: thepigsite.com

 

Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke announced a determined push to dismantle the underground illicit pork trade in Thailand, indicating that all related cases should be resolved by next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311102-illicit-pork-trade-crackdown-in-thailand-set-to-conclude-next-month/

 

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Tourist shortfall for 2023, warnings over fake booking sites for Pattaya villas : Tim Newton Today - Nov 3 

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311103-tourist-shortfall-for-2023-warnings-over-fake-booking-sites-for-pattaya-villas-tim-newton-today-nov-3/

 

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Sexual harassment claims spark call for ethical code in Thai politics
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: cnbctv18.com

 

A wave of sexual harassment allegations against members of the Move Forward Party (MFP) has sparked a demand for a definitive code of ethics to govern the sexual conduct of politicians.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311108-sexual-harassment-claims-spark-call-for-ethical-code-in-thai-politics/

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Paetongtarn’s rise gives birth to some strange theories

by Tulsathit Taptim

 

 

How many prime ministers does Thailand have? It’s a question dramatized by the much-taunted action of Srettha Thavisin who appeared to be kissing a hand of Paetongtarn Shinawatra immediately after she was named the new leader of the Pheu Thai Party, a scene that looks like a film’s ending hinting at a sequel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311113-paetongtarn’s-rise-gives-birth-to-some-strange-theories/

 

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Outlaws Thailand gang leader arrested, 150 million baht assets seized
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ตำรวจไซเบอร์ – บช.สอท.

 

Officers from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) arrested the leader of the Outlaws Thailand criminal gang at a luxury condominium on Soi Sukhumvit 55 in Bangkok for operating online gambling, human trafficking and drug trafficking. Assets worth more than 150 million baht were seized.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311114-outlaws-thailand-gang-leader-arrested-150-million-baht-assets-seized/

 

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Commerce Ministry ready to withdraw sugar from controlled product list

 

File photo : Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai

Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has assured representatives of sugarcane growers that his ministry is ready to remove sugar from the list of price-controlled products, if there is consent from all stakeholders.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311116-commerce-ministry-ready-to-withdraw-sugar-from-controlled-product-list/

 

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TikToker faces 1,650 baht tax bill for sending 10 baht pen to Thailand (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via TikTok/ 24jetlag

 

A Thai man shared his shocking experience on TikTok saying he sent a pen that cost less than 10 baht from New Zealand to Thailand and was charged 1,650 baht in tax.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311117-tiktoker-faces-1650-baht-tax-bill-for-sending-10-baht-pen-to-thailand-video/