THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 1 December 2023

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A British citizen‘s tropical holiday in Thailand has turned into a desperate battle for survival, as he faces suspected leukaemia in dire hospital conditions.

 

British citizen stranded in Thai hospital with a 400,000 baht plea to escape

Photo courtesy of The Mirror UK

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313076-british-citizen-stranded-in-thai-hospital-with-a-400000-baht-plea-to-escape/

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Energy Commission lambasted over electricity price increase

 

 

The Federation of Thai Industries has roundly criticized the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) for behaving like an only agency responsible for setting national electricity prices every four months, based on the data and assumptions provided by oil companies, without any plan for structural reform to reduce power prices.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313068-pm-can’t-accept-electricity-hike-to-468-baht/?do=findComment&comment=18520956

 

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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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Pheu Thai-Led Govt Alleged Of Pushing Mutually Contradictory Populist Campaigns
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Representative images of two financial populist campaigns. Top photo: Thai Rath

 

THE PHEU THAI-LED GOVERNMENT is putting forward mutually contradictory populist campaigns which will immensely increase public debt and compromise their financial and treasury disciplines, said an opposition MP yesterday (Nov.30).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313093-pheu-thai-led-govt-alleged-of-pushing-mutually-contradictory-populist-campaigns/

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Another black eye for Thai tourism with sick UK man’s ‘horrific’ plight in Phuket on world media 
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Amid the beauty and tranquillity of glorious Phuket, a sick 42-year-old British man, Dean Penson, endures a nightmare in a public ward of a Thai government-run hospital where people have died nearby and where his condition is frighteningly fragile.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313076-british-citizen-stranded-in-thai-hospital-with-a-400000-baht-plea-to-escape/?do=findComment&comment=18521541

 

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Seventeen former Hamas Thai hostages arrive safely in Bangkok

 

 

Seventeen of the 32 Thai nationals taken hostage by Hamas during their attack on Israel on October 7, and who were released this week, arrived in Bangkok this afternoon. They are the first of the Thai hostages returning home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313094-seventeen-former-hamas-thai-hostages-arrive-safely-in-bangkok/

 

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American Legion Post TH02 Pattaya Shows Appreciation to Pattaya Police
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-The Sgt. Thomas Oliver Ahlberg Memorial American Legion Post TH02 of Pattaya Thailand recently presented certificates of appreciation to The Royal Thai Police Soi 9 station for their dedicated assistance in helping American citizens in need throughout the Pattaya community.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313095-american-legion-post-th02-pattaya-shows-appreciation-to-pattaya-police/

 

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Indian national arrested in Ang Thong over illegal loans in Thai baht
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

An Indian national has been arrested for operating an illegal daily loan scheme in Ang Thong. The arrest followed complaints by residents to the local Justice Centre about the extortionate interest rates and violent threats from the loan shark.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313096-indian-national-arrested-in-ang-thong-over-illegal-loans-in-thai-baht/

 

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Skål & PATA Charitable Christmas event on 12th December 2023

 

 

Skål International Bangkok and PATA Thailand Chapter Unite for Annual Christmas Charity Luncheon at The Okura Prestige Bangkok on December 12th

 

Bangkok, [30 November 2023] – Skål International Bangkok, a distinguished member of the world's oldest and largest tourism  industry club, joins forces with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Thailand Chapter to proudly present the much-anticipated Annual Christmas Charity Luncheon. This heartwarming event is set to unfold on Tuesday, December 12th, in the lavish Grand Ballroom of The Okura Prestige Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313097-skål-pata-charitable-christmas-event-on-12th-december-2023/

 

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Udon Thani Market Faces Heightened Concerns as Troubled Individual Requests Alms While Carrying Weapons

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In the province of Udon Thani, local residents express growing unease as an individual deemed mentally unstable roams the markets brandishing knives and sticks, demanding money aggressively and resorting to verbal abuse if the amount falls short.

 

Fyll story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313099-udon-thani-market-faces-heightened-concerns-as-troubled-individual-requests-alms-while-carrying-weapons/

 

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Pattaya Adapts to New Government Policy on Entertainment Venue Operating Hours

 

 

Pattaya, a bustling city renowned for its vibrant tourist attractions, is adjusting to the government's policy shift after announcing plans to extend the closing hours of entertainment venues in the main tourist area from 01:00 AM to 04:00 AM starting December 15.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313100-pattaya-adapts-to-new-government-policy-on-entertainment-venue-operating-hours/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 1 December 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313111-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-1-december-2023/

 

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Mid-air madness: Unruly passenger turns Lufthansa flight to Bangkok into chaos
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
 

Photo courtesy of Aviation International News

 

A 53 year old German man turned a routine Lufthansa flight from Munich to Bangkok into a chaotic nightmare. From threats to undressing and attempting to set a blanket ablaze, this turbulent episode forced an unscheduled landing in India.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313114-mid-air-madness-unruly passenger-turns-lufthansa-flight-to-bangkok-into-chaos/

 

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Driver’s Body and Whisky Bottle Found Outside an Overturned Pickup Truck in Thalang – VIDEO
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Thailand – A driver’s body and a bottle of whisky were found outside an overturned pickup truck in the Sri Soonthorn sub-district early this morning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313119-driver’s-body-and-whisky-bottle-found-outside-an-overturned-pickup-truck-in-thalang-–-video/

 

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Minibus manager fined 5,000 baht for leaving Thai YouTuber stranded (video)

by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ เฉียง ไปอยู่ไหนมา Paiyoonaima

 

The Department of Land Transport (DLT) imposed a 5,000 baht fine on a minibus station manager after he refused to serve a Thai YouTuber, leading to the victim being stranded at a station in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313120-minibus-manager-fined-5000-baht-for-leaving-thai-youtuber-stranded-video/

 

 

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BMA’s overhaul project steps up to refurbish Bangkok’s pathways
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod English

 

Bangkok‘s Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has initiated a comprehensive project to refurbish the city’s antiquated pathways.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313122-bma’s-overhaul-project-steps-up-to-refurbish-bangkok’s-pathways/

 

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Phuket president seeks solutions for traffic, proposes electric buses
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture of Rewat Areerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation, courtesy of Phuket News.

Phuket’s traffic woes might soon see a respite, with Rewat Areerob, the President of Phuket’s Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO), urging Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to implement measures to ease the city’s road congestion.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313124-phuket-president-seeks-solutions-for-traffic-proposes-electric-buses/

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Google, Microsoft, and Tesla Have Never Negotiated Electricity Price

 

 

BANGKOK, Dec 1 (TNA) – Google, Microsoft, and Tesla have never negotiated the electricity price with the Thai government, while clean energy and green energy are the main concerns and have been reassured by the Thai government, said a government spokesperson Chai Wacharoke.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313127-google-microsoft-and-tesla-have-never-negotiated-electricity-price/

 

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S&P Global Ratings Maintains Thailand’s Sovereign Credit Rating at ‘BBB+’

 

 

BANGKOK, Dec 1 (TNA) – S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has maintained Thailand’s Sovereign Credit Rating at ‘BBB+’ with stable outlook in view of the country’s sustained economic recovery and fiscal stability, disclosed Government Spokesperson Chai Wacharonke.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313128-sp-global-ratings-maintains-thailand’s-sovereign-credit-rating-at-‘bbb’/

 

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PM Expresses Hope for Tesla Investment in Thailand

by Tanakorn Sangiam

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister of Thailand has expressed optimism regarding the potential investment by Tesla, the global leader in electric vehicles, in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313130-pm-expresses-hope-for-tesla-investment-in-thailand/

 

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Petrol tanker flips and ignites in Phetchaburi resulting in severe injuries
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A petrol tanker overturned and caught fire in Phetchaburi province, severely injuring the driver who was engulfed in flames.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313132-petrol-tanker-flips-and-ignites-in-phetchaburi-resulting-in-severe-injuries/

 

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Half of new HIV infections in Thailand among 15-24 year olds
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture, of Bangna Commercial College on World AIDS Day last December, courtesy of AHF Thailand.

 

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) in Thailand has revealed that nearly half of the annual 9,000-plus new HIV infections are individuals aged between 15 and 24 years old. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313134-half-of-new-hiv-infections-in-thailand-among-15-24-year-olds/

 

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Hamas hostages home, Brit reports horrendous Thai hospital conditions : Tim Newton Today - Dec 1 
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313136-hamas-hostages-home-brit-reports-horrendous-thai-hospital-conditions-tim-newton-today-dec-1/

 

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Thai woman mysteriously dies, her body found in abandoned garbage chute
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Police suspect foul play after the body of a missing Thai woman was found in an abandoned garbage chute at a Royal Thai Army welfare accommodation in the Phayathai district of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313137-thai-woman-mysteriously-dies-her-body-found-in-abandoned-garbage-chute/

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World’s and Asia’s most valuable stamps on display in Bangkok

 

 

The famous British Guiana One-Cent Magenta, which is hailed as the world’s most expensive stamp at more than US$8 million (around THB300 million) and the Japan 1871 500mon Center Inverted, worth 4.4 million euro (around THB200 million)

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313141-world’s-and-asia’s-most-valuable-stamps-on-display-in-bangkok/

 

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No updates on health of convicted former PM Thaksin
By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Thaksin Shinawatra returns to Thailand in August 2023

No news is not good news, say the government’s critics, with calls mounting for an update on the health of Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313143-no-updates-on-health-of-convicted-former-pm-thaksin/

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King Power not happy with talk of abolishing duty-free on arrival

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Flickr/Peter Robertson

The government’s proposal to abolish duty-free on arrival at Thailand’s airports has met with a lukewarm reception from Airports of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313146-king-power-not-happy-with-talk-of-abolishing-duty-free-on-arrival/

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National park e-ticket suspension draws criticism
 

File photo : Doi Inthanon National Park

The decision, by the National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department, to suspend e-ticketing for tourists visiting six national parks from today is being criticised as untimely and poorly planned.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313155-national-park-e-ticket-suspension-draws-criticism/

 

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Most of Thailand will turn slightly cooler over the weekend

 

 

Temperatures in most of Thailand, except southern provinces, are forecast to drop by 1-3 degrees Celsius this Saturday, due to a moderate cold front from China, which is currently over Vietnam and northern Laos and which is predicted to cover north-eastern Thailand and the South China Sea today, reported the Meteorological Department today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313165-most-of-thailand-will-turn-slightly-cooler-over-the-weekend/

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Interior Ministry kicks off effort to tackle Informal debt crisis

 

 

The Ministry of Interior has today kicked off the government’s ambitious plan to tackle the chronic informal debt problem affecting countless Thai people, especially low income-earners, by accepting applications for help from debtors.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313166-interior-ministry-kicks-off-effort-to-tackle-informal-debt-crisis/