THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 9 November 2023

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On November 7th, 2023, Lumpini police officers captured a tuk-tuk driver who allegedly hit British and Indian tourists with a steel wrench in Pathumwan, Bangkok, on November 5th.

 

Tuk-Tuk Driver Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting British and Indian Tourists

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311606-tuk-tuk-driver-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-british-and-indian-tourists/

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Truck falls into construction hole on Sukhumvit Soi 64 [video]

 

Picture: AMARIN TV

 

A ten-wheel truck plunged into a hole on Soi Sukhumvit 64 in Phra Khanong district this morning (Wednesday), worsening the traffic congestion. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311582-sinkhole-opens-on-sukhumvit-soi-641-in-bangkok-video/

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4 Ex-Cops Get 5-Year Prison Terms for Extorting Taiwanese Celebrity

 

 

BANGKOK – A court has sentenced four former Huaykwang police officers to five years in prison each for their involvement in a scheme to extort money from a Taiwanese celebrity and her friends, claiming they possessed e-cigarettes.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311604-4-ex-cops-get-5-year-prison-terms-for-extorting-taiwanese-celebrity/

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Thai Mercenaries Are Not Fighting For Israel: Ministry
by TNR Staff

 

Israeli soldiers take part in ground operations in this photo released Nov. 7, 2023. Photo: Handout/Israeli Defence Forces via Reuters and published by CNA

 

AMID WIDESPREAD speculation on social media that Thais are serving as mercenary soldiers in Israel’s the war against Hamas, the Foreign Ministry today (Nov. 8) clarified that no Thai worker has enlisted to do so with only half Thai and Israeli dual nationals serving as reserve soldiers, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311630-thai-mercenaries-are-not-fighting-for-israel-ministry/

 

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Phuket Airport Clarifies After Water Leaking from Roof in Terminal Causes Passengers to Slip
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – The Phuket International Airport clarified after water leaking from a roof in a domestic terminal caused passengers to slip.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311631-phuket-airport-clarifies-after-water-leaking-from-roof-in-terminal-causes-passengers-to-slip/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 9 November 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311637-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-9-november-2023/

 

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Bangkok police arrest two more suspects in brutal Don Mueang attack
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Don Mueang police have apprehended two more suspects in a brutal attack that left Jakrawut, a 36 year old man, fatally stabbed in a Bangkok soi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311639-bangkok-police-arrest-two-more-suspects-in-brutal-don-mueang-attack/

 

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Economic hurdles hamper Thailand’s tourist market recovery despite visa exemptions
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Varuth Hirunyatheb

 

Tourism operators have indicated that economic challenges are hindering the recovery of tourist markets from China, Taiwan, and India, despite Thailand’s recent introduction of visa exemptions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311640-economic-hurdles-hamper-thailand’s-tourist-market-recovery-despite-visa-exemptions/

 

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Fugitive German National Apprehended for Child Abuse Charges
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In a sweeping crackdown, Thai law enforcement officials detained a German suspect, known under the alias "Mike," aged 32, on charges related to child abuse.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311632-fugitive-german-national-apprehended-for-child-abuse-charges/

 

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Social Uproar Over Young Monk's Same-Sex Relationship Status on Facebook
 

Picture: Daily News

 

The online community unleashed a barrage of criticism against a young monk from the 'City of Elephants' after he updated his Facebook status to indicate a relationship with another man.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311633-social-uproar-over-young-monks-same-sex-relationship-status-on-facebook/

 

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Crackdown on Illegal Karaoke Operations in Chiang Rai Leads to Rescue of Minors
 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

In a rigorous social order enforcement operation titled "Clear Skies Chiang Rai," local authorities have cracked down on illicit karaoke establishments implicated in prostitution, rescuing three minors, including girls aged 13 and 16.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311634-crackdown-on-illegal-karaoke-operations-in-chiang-rai-leads-to-rescue-of-minors/

 

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The Energy Ministry crackdown on petrol retailers stockpiling fuel after price cut
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Somchai Poomlard

 

The Energy Ministry has pledged to take stringent action against oil retailers found to be illegitimately stockpiling fuel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311643-the-energy-ministry-crackdown-on-petrol-retailers-stockpiling-fuel-after-price-cut/

 

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Chinese carmaker Changan breaks ground for 1st plant in Thailand
Source: Xinhua|Editor: huaxia
   

Participants attend a groundbreaking ceremony for Chinese automaker Changan's first car plant in Thailand in Rayong, Thailand, Nov. 8, 2023. (Xinhua/Wang Teng)

 

RAYONG, Thailand, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- China's leading automaker Changan held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday for its first car plant in Thailand, marking a major step to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311646-chinese-carmaker-changan-breaks-ground-for-1st-plant-in-thailand/

 

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Thai Mutt dog fails to prevent Udon Thani warehouse theft worth 34,000 baht
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The owner of the Thai Mutt dog named Panda failed to ward off a thief who broke into a home improvement workshop in Udon Thani, stealing valuable assets and then escaping.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311647-thai-mutt-dog-fails-to-prevent-udon-thani-warehouse-theft-worth-34000-baht/

 

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Patong: Boosting tourist safety on Bangla Road with new STC project
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Phuket News

 

Major General Saksira Phueakam, Commissioner of Tourist Police, recently embarked on a tour of the bustling Bangla Road in Patong, a hotspot for tourists, as part of a new initiative aimed at enhancing safety and security for visitors in the forthcoming high season.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311650-patong-boosting-tourist-safety-on-bangla-road-with-new-stc-project/

 

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Alleged Thai politician blackmails woman with explicit videos
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Channel 3

 

A Thai woman filed a complaint against a Thai man claiming to be a politician for secretly filming and attempting to blackmail her by threatening to release explicit videos of the couple after she rejected his advances.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311652-alleged-thai-politician-blackmails-woman-with-explicit-videos/

 

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Bangkok Enhances Pedestrian Safety: Installation of 2,850 Traffic Lights at Crosswalks and Ongoing Improvement Plans
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bangkok—On November 7th, 2023, Mr. Ekwaranyu Amrapan, the spokesman for Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, publicly stated that Bangkok has taken steps to improve and install traffic lights for pedestrian crossings with a total of 2,850 locations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311658-bangkok-enhances-pedestrian-safety-installation-of-2850-traffic-lights-at-crosswalks-and-ongoing-improvement-plans/

 

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Thai man abuses ex-girlfriend and sells her explicit footage
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ PPTV HD 36

 

A Thai woman turned to social media influencer Kannarat “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet for help after her ex-boyfriend physically abused her and sold explicit footage of her online.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311659-thai-man-abuses-ex-girlfriend-and-sells-her-explicit-footage/

 

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Unusual banana tree phenomenon sparks lottery frenzy in Thai village
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A banana tree‘s unusual sprouting of a bud through its trunk has sparked a local phenomenon in the Mae Sai community, Phayao province, as villagers believe it to be a sign of good fortune.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311661-unusual-banana-tree-phenomenon-sparks-lottery-frenzy-in-thai-village/

 

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Four Thai police jailed for extortion, prisoner killed in shootout : Tim Newton Today - Nov 9
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311663-four-thai-police-jailed-for-extortion-prisoner-killed-in-shootout-tim-newton-today-nov-9/

 

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Carabao-Red Sun hops into the ring to challenge Thai beer titans Singha and Chang
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of kaohoon international

 

The beer market in Thailand has been invigorated by the introduction of a new player, Carabao-Red Sun, which aims to challenge renowned beer brands, Singha and Chang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311665-carabao-red-sun-hops-into-the-ring-to-challenge-thai-beer-titans-singha-and-chang/

 

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Severe weather alert for 41 provinces including Bangkok, warns TMD
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Ryan, Unsplash

 

The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a severe weather warning for today, with thunderstorms predicted to affect 41 provinces across the country, including Bangkok, where heavy rainfall is expected in 60% of the area. Citizens are advised to take precautions against potential hazards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311670-severe-weather-alert-for-41-provinces-including-bangkok-warns-tmd/

 

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Internet idol’s follower fiasco: Baifern busted for 10 million-baht scam at Thai mall
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Police officers today arrested 31 year old Internet idol with over 100,000 followers, in a famous Thai mall. The Internet idol Baifern, real name Monthira, was accused of defrauding more than 40 investors of over 10 million baht in a hair and nail salon business.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311671-internet-idol’s-follower-fiasco-baifern-busted-for-10-million-baht-scam-at-thai-mall/

 

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Bangkok nightlife braces for extended hours with heightened safety protocols
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Syed Ahmad, Unsplash

 

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is implementing stricter safety protocols for nightlife establishments in preparation for the government’s proposed extension of their operating hours until 4am.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311674-bangkok-nightlife-braces-for-extended-hours-with-heightened-safety-protocols/

 

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Government sets up command centre for visa-free Indian and Taiwanese tourists

 by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The ASEAN Post

 

A command centre has been established by the government in preparation for the influx of tourists from India and Taiwan. The visa-free entry policy, starting tomorrow, is expected to draw a significant number of visitors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311677-government-sets-up-command-centre-for-visa-free-indian-and-taiwanese-tourists/

 

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Young Russian Tourist Attacked and Robbed of Phone in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A 23-year-old Russian woman said she was attacked and robbed of her phone by two Thai men in Pattaya in the small hours of today, November 9th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311679-young-russian-tourist-attacked-and-robbed-of-phone-in-pattaya/

 

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Pattaya Police Perform Exorcism to Aid Allegedly Possessed Man
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — In the early hours of this morning, Pattaya police employed an unexpected tactic to help pacify a Thai man who was said to be possessed—they performed an exorcism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311680-pattaya-police-perform-exorcism-to-aid-allegedly-possessed-man/

 

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EC probe sought into deputy speaker’s ouster from Move Forward party

 

File photo : Padipta Santiphada

 

A former Bhumjaithai MP has asked the Election Commission (EC) to look into what he called the “questionable expulsion” of Padipat Suntiphada from the Move Forward party.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311696-ec-probe-sought-into-deputy-speaker’s-ouster-from-move-forward-party/

 

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National Parks Dept to introduce fire-resistant clothing for firefighters

 

 

National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department has been developing and testing prototype fire-resistant clothing, expected to be provided to its forest firefighters next year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311697-national-parks-dept-to-introduce-fire-resistant-clothing-for-firefighters/

 

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Expelled former Mover Forward MPs still looking for new homes

 

Bangkok MP (L) and ChaiyamphawanPrachin Buri MP Wuttiphong Thonglour

 

The political futures of the two MPs recently expelled from the opposition Move Forward party, remains uncertain after two government coalition parties publicly said they are not welcome.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311698-expelled-former-mover-forward-mps-still-looking-for-new-homes/