THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 30 November 2023

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The Energy Regulatory Commission of Thailand has set new electricity charges, ranging from 4.68 baht to 5.95 baht/unit from January until April, 2024.

 

Price of electricity from January-April to rise

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312972-price-of-electricity-from-january-april-to-rise/

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Fire at a Hua Hin university causes Bt3m in damage

 

Photo by Proktewin Maihom FB

 

A fire ripped through a building of a university in Prachuap Khiri Khan’s Hua Hin district this afternoon, destroying computers and other property.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312971-fire-at-a-hua-hin-university-causes-bt3m-in-damage/

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Education Ministry assigned to take urgent steps to improve Thais’ English proficiency

 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered the Education Ministry to come up with measures rapidly, to improve English proficiency among Thai people, students in particular, after Thailand’s very poor ranking on the global Education First (EF) English Proficiency Index 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312930-education-ministry-assigned-to-take-urgent-steps-to-improve-thais’-english-proficiency/

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Prayut appointed privy councillor

 

 

Former prime minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha has been appointed a member of the Privy Council, according to the Royal Gazette.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312988-prayut-appointed-privy-councillor/

 

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Thaksin’s Medical Expenses At Police Hospital Entirely Covered By Taxpayers’ Money
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinwatra with the Police Hospital in the background. Photo: Matichon

 

ALL EXPENSES ON MEDICAL treatments of “sickly” de facto Pheu Thai boss/convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra at Police Hospital are being entirely covered by the taxpayers’ money and not his, according to an informed source.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312989-thaksin’s-medical-expenses-at-police-hospital-entirely-covered-by-taxpayers’-money/

 

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Court Puts Off Handing Down Verdict In Yingluck Case
by TNR Staff 

 

Former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Photos: Thai Rath

 

THE Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office-Holders today (Nov. 29) postponed handing down a verdict in a case against former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra on charges of abusing power in the transfer of a National Security Council official because one of a panel of nine judges had died and a replacement still to be appointed, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312990-court-puts-off-handing-down-verdict-in-yingluck-case/

 

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Russian Tourist Injured After Thai Couple Gets Into Argument on Bangla Road in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong –A Russian tourist has sustained minor injuries after a Thai couple got into a physical argument on the Bangla Road in Patong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312994-russian-tourist-injured-after-thai-couple-gets-into-argument-on-bangla-road-in-patong/

 

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Large human trafficking case involving Thai berry pickers in Finland
by Miabell Mallikka 

 

Finnish authorities have wrapped up an investigation into a human trafficking and bribery scandal. The case involves Thai berry pickers who worked in Finland from 2020 to 2022. This is according to a press release by the Finnish police department on November 28.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312996-large-human-trafficking-case-involving-thai-berry-pickers-in-finland/

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Unexpected Guest: A Snake's Visit Brings Fortune to Noodle Vendor

 

 

In a surprising turn of events, a noodle vendor in Udon Thani, Thailand, encountered a 3-meter-long snake while preparing to sell her goods. Startled, she locked herself inside her house before seeking help to safely release the serpent back into the wild.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312993-unexpected-guest-a-snakes-visit-brings-fortune-to-noodle-vendor/

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Vibrant Graffiti Art Selfies Draw Tourists to Nakhon Ratchasima

 

 

Tourists flock to capture vibrant graffiti art selfies along the mural-lined streets of Nakhon Ratchasima, showcasing the skills of over 30 graffiti artists from across the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312995-vibrant-graffiti-art-selfies-draw-tourists-to-nakhon-ratchasima/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 30 November 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1312999-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-30-november-2023/

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Southern Thailand battles surge in whooping cough cases
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online

 

A surge in pertussis cases, commonly known as whooping cough, has prompted public health bodies to urge individuals, particularly in southern Thailand, to get vaccinated. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313000-southern-thailand-battles-surge-in-whooping-cough-cases/

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TAT forecasts surge of Chinese tourists into Thailand via land in 2024
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Pattarapong Chatpattarasill

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) predicts that over 300,000 Chinese tourists are expected to cross into Thailand overland next year. This surge is due to the China-Laos railway, contributing to visitor numbers, especially in the northeast’s second-tier cities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313004-tat-forecasts-surge-of-chinese-tourists-into-thailand-via-land-in-2024/

 

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Thailand’s export sector sees recovery with third month of growth

by Alex Morgan
 

Picture courtesy of Chakkrapan Natanri

 

The Director-General of the Fiscal Policy Office, Pornchai Thiraveja, has announced that the export sector is showing signs of recovery, marking its third month of consecutive growth.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313006-thailand’s-export-sector-sees-recovery-with-third-month-of-growth/

 

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Concert in Kelantan with sexy Thai dancers stirs controversy

 

 

A viral video show scantily dressed Thai dancers at a concert in Kelantan has triggered a heated debate.// Pictures from The New Straits Times

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313012-concert-in-kelantan-with-sexy-thai-dancers-stirs-controversy/

 

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BLACKPINK’s Lisa spotted at PSG v Newcastle UCL match sparking relationship rumours
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of bnn.network

 

Social media is abuzz following the appearance last night of BLACKPINK’s Lisa at a UEFA Champions League football match between Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313013-blackpink’s-lisa-spotted-at-psg-v-newcastle-ucl-match-sparking-relationship-rumours/

 

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GDP Forecast To Rise 3.8% Partly Due To Digital Wallet Campaign
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Bank of Thailand logo and signage. Photo: Thai Rath

 

THAILAND’S GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT is forecast to rise 3.8% next year partly due to the Pheu Thai-initiated digital wallet campaign, the Bank of Thailand’s assistant governor Piti Disyatat said Wednesday (Nov.29).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313014-gdp-forecast-to-rise-38-partly-due-to-digital-wallet-campaign/

 

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Thai finance ministry considers beverage tax restructure to boost tourism

by Alex Morgan 
 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A proposed restructuring of the beverage tax framework is under consideration by the Finance Ministry, as revealed by the permanent finance secretary, Lavaron Sangsnit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313017-thai-finance-ministry-considers-beverage-tax-restructure-to-boost-tourism/

 

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Bangkok MP’s challenge to Computer Crime Act dismissed by Constitutional Court
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture of Rukchanok Srinork courtesy of Stay in Thailand

 

Bangkok MP Rukchanok Srinork, representing the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP), faced a setback yesterday when the Constitutional Court dismissed her petition concerning the constitutionality of Section 14 of the Computer Crime Act.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313021-bangkok-mp’s-challenge-to-computer-crime-act-dismissed-by-constitutional-court/

 

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Nationwide security guards training initiative kicks off with labour of love from ministry, police, and army
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Doing Well Security.

 

A nationwide training initiative targeting security guards is set to be launched, courtesy of the Labour Ministry, police force, and army. This initiative, aimed at improving the skill set of guards, was discussed yesterday in a meeting convened by Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313023-nationwide-security-guards-training-initiative-kicks-off-with-labour-of-love-from-ministry-police-and-army/

 

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Thailand gets serious on haze, electricity price hike : Tim Newton Today - Nov 30 
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313024-thailand-gets-serious-on-haze-electricity-price-hike-tim-newton-today-nov-30/

 

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New Consumer Protection Center Launched in Thailand
by Krajangwit Johjit

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has announced the establishment of a special operations center by the Consumer Protection Board, focusing on monitoring goods and services during the New Year festival’s high spending period.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313025-new-consumer-protection-center-launched-in-thailand/

 

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Hua Hin Train Station listed by the BBC as one of the world’s most remarkable railway stations
By Online Reporter
 

File photo

The BBC has recognized Hua Hin Train Station as one of the world’s most remarkable railway stations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313027-hua-hin-train-station-listed-by-the-bbc-as-one-of-the-world’s-most-remarkable-railway-stations/

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Thailand’s herbal market worth skyrockets to 90,000 billion baht
Photo of Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Minister of Health Santi Prompat highlighted the significant growth in the market for Thai massage and food as a form of soft power for the nation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313028-thailand’s-herbal-market-worth-skyrockets-to-90000-billion-baht/

 

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Thai PM returning to Phuket to oversee “tourism safety” drills

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Srettha Thavisin, Thai PM at Phuket Airport

The Thai PM returns to Phuket tomorrow to oversee a number of safety exercises and simulated rescues in the name of tourism safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313031-thai-pm-returning-to-phuket-to-oversee-“tourism-safety”-drills/

 

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PM thanks all for release of four more Thai hostages

 

 

Foreign Ministry Parnpree Bahiddha-nukara talks to Thai nationals who were released in Tel Aviv, Israel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313033-pm-thanks-all-for-release-of-four-more-thai-hostages/

 

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Thai organisations face frequent cyberattacks, study reveals
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo by Mika Baumeister on Unsplash

 

A recent study conducted by Cloudflare, a US-based firm specialising in content delivery, networking, and cloud cybersecurity, disclosed that 57% of Thai organisations have been targeted by at least 10 cybersecurity incidents in the past year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313040-thai-organisations-face-frequent-cyberattacks-study-reveals/

 

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Is Thailand heading towards an economic crisis?
By Thai PBS World’s Business Desk

 

 

The deceleration in the growth of the Thai economy in the third quarter has raised questions on whether these were symptoms of the country staring at an economic crisis.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313042-is-thailand-heading-towards-an-economic-crisis/

 

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Going beyond travel at Motor Expo 2023

 

Klamping is in.//Photo by Kingsley Wijayasingha

 

What do mobile toilets, mobile homes, food stalls and camping gear have in common?  The quick answer is that they are all vehicles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313061-going-beyond-travel-at-motor-expo-2023/

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Substandard air quality in Bangkok and 23 provinces today

 

 

Air quality in 24 provinces of Thailand today is below standard, with the amount of PM2.5 contamination across the capital exceeding the 37.5 micron (µm) standard, the Pollution Control Department reports.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313062-substandard-air-quality-in-bangkok-and-23-provinces-today/