THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 8 December 2023

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A Swiss man suffered head and leg injuries after he accidentally fell from the third floor of a condominium in Pattaya while smoking at 5am today.

 

 

by Petch Petpailin

Photo via Matichon and KhaoSod

 

Swiss man accidentally falls from 3rd floor of Pattaya condo while smoking

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313639-swiss-man-accidentally-falls-from-3rd-floor-of-pattaya-condo-while-smoking/

 

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“Thailand will exceed target of 27 million arrivals” for 2023

 

 

Thailand is set to exceed its target of 27 million foreign arrivals this year, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand. However, it’s also set to fall short of its target of 1.6-trillion baht in tourism revenue. It might be the first target set by the TAT that is actually achieved in the past three years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313676-“thailand-will-exceed-target-of-27-million-arrivals”-for-2023/

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Paetongtarn ‘Too Ashamed’ To Tell Truth Or Lie About Her Father’s ‘Illnesses’
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Former Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong, left in above photo and right in Front Page photo, and Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Both file photos: Matichon Weekly

 

PHEU THAI LEADER PAETONGTARN Shinawatra would be “too ashamed” to say anything either truthful or untruthful about the “illnesses” of her father/de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra, according to a former Democrat MP.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313723-paetongtarn-‘too-ashamed’-to-tell-truth-or-lie-about-her-father’s-‘illnesses’/

 

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Srettha Trying To Set Power Rate At 4.10 Baht A Unit
by TNR Staff

 

A composite photo of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and an electricity meter, above, and talking about the power rate at Nida this afternoon. Photo: Naewna

 

PRIME MINISTER-cum-Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin said this afternoon (Dec. 7) that talks are being held to set electricity rate at 4.10 baht per unit during January-April 2024 after Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) proposed hiking it to 4.68 baht a unit, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313724-srettha-trying-to-set-power-rate-at-410-baht-a-unit/

 

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Pattaya punch-up: Ex-US soldier seeks answers as Thai man delivers unexpected blow
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Amarin TV

 

A former US soldier sought help from locals in Pattaya after a Thai man punched him in the face. The victim was unaware of the motive for the attack.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313725-pattaya-punch-up-ex-us-soldier-seeks-answers-as-thai-man-delivers-unexpected-blow/

 

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German backpacker speaks out about rape ordeal on Koh Chang
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
 

Photo courtesy of explorekohchang.com

In a horrifying revelation, a young German backpacker shared her traumatic experience of a sexual assault in Koh Chang, Trat province. As her attacker faces justice, the survivor broke her silence, urging caution to lone female travellers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313726-german-backpacker-speaks-out-about-rape-ordeal-on-koh-chang/

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Thai Immigration Investigates Illegal Foreigner Allegedly Working at Barber Shop in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – Phuket Immigration inspected a barber shop in Patong after they were notified by a concerned citizen that there was allegedly a foreigner working there illegally.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313727-thai-immigration-investigates-illegal-foreigner-allegedly-working-at-barber-shop-in-patong/

 

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Prachuap Khiri Khan aims to enhance road safety following tragic bus accident
By Online Reporter

 

 

In the wake of a devastating bus crash earlier this week in Prachuap Khiri Khan, local officials are stepping up efforts to bolster road safety measures in time for the upcoming New Year festival.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313728-prachuap-khiri-khan-aims-to-enhance-road-safety-following-tragic-bus-accident/

 

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Bankrupt millionaire seeks opportunities and jobs after life as thief
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวเมืองชล and Aroon Kab

 

A victim urged the Thai police to arrest a former millionaire in Chon Buri who, facing bankruptcy, resorted to becoming a thief. The man evaded several arrests by claiming he was mentally ill, evoking sympathy from some, who wished he could rebuild his life.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313735-bankrupt-millionaire-seeks-opportunities-and-jobs-after-life-as-thief/

 

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Chiang Mai teacher dismissed over student lunch programme mismanagement
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Chaiyot Suktor, a senior professional level teacher (K3) at Yangpao School in Omkoi, Chiang Mai, has been dismissed from the civil service following allegations of corruption by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313736-chiang-mai-teacher-dismissed-over-student-lunch-programme-mismanagement/

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Chinese Tourist Exposes Nana Area as Potential Danger for Women
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On December 7, 2023, reports emerged regarding a video posted by a Chinese tourist discussing the alleged dangers of Soi Nana for women.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313732-chinese-tourist-exposes-nana-area-as-potential-danger-for-women/

 

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Bus Accident in Ayutthaya: 19 Factory Workers Injured as Bus Flips Over
 

Picture: Daily News

 

A bus transporting factory workers in the Bang Pa-in district of Ayutthaya veered off the road, flipped over, and plunged into a ditch, resulting in injuries to 19 people. The incident occurred at approximately 20:30 on December 7th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313734-bus-accident-in-ayutthaya-19-factory-workers-injured-as-bus-flips-over/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 8 December 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313741-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-8-december-2023/

 

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Nakhon Phanom Shines with Spectacular Bike Lane Tunnel Along Mekong River
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Nakhon Phanom—On December 7th, 2023, Nakhon Phanom reporters publicly revealed efforts for the Nakhon Phanom Municipality and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to promote tourism along the Mekong River with a Bike Lane Tunnel throughout December.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313747-nakhon-phanom-shines-with-spectacular-bike-lane-tunnel-along-mekong-river/

 

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Allegedly Drunk Hotel Staffer Causes Car Accident in Pattaya and Injures Six People
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya —A 29-year-old hotel employee, who Pattaya police said was intoxicated at the time of the accident, crashed his sedan into a pickup truck on the morning of December 7th and injured six people.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313748-allegedly-drunk-hotel-staffer-causes-car-accident-in-pattaya-and-injures-six-people/

 

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Over 1.3 Million Amphetamine Pills Seized in Lampang, Two Suspects Arrested
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Lampang—On December 6th, 2023, Pol. Lt. Gen. Kritthaphon Yisakorn, the Deputy Commander of Provincial Police Region 5, and relevant officials held a press conference on the arrest of two alleged drug smugglers with more than 1.3 million amphetamine pills in Mae Phrik, Lampang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313750-over-13-million-amphetamine-pills-seized-in-lampang-two-suspects-arrested/

 

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Five People Injured after Pickup Truck Crash in Wichit
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Wichit –Five Myanmar workers have sustained injuries after a pickup truck crashed in Wichit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313751-five-people-injured-after-pickup-truck-crash-in-wichit/

 

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Knife-wielding man invades Pattananikom School causing panic, quick thinking saves day
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod
 

A knife-wielding man stormed into Pattana Nikom School in the Pattana Nikom district, Satun province, causing panic among teachers and students.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313752-knife-wielding-man-invades-pattananikom-school-causing-panic-quick-thinking-saves-day/

 

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nfant boy found abandoned in community rubbish bin in Nakhon Ratchasima
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Dailynews

 

An infant boy was discovered abandoned in a community rubbish bin, rescued by locals who heard his cries. Previously, a deceased infant was found discarded in the same area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313753-infant-boy-found-abandoned-in-community-rubbish-bin-in-nakhon-ratchasima/

 

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Democrat party power struggle emerges ahead of leadership election
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Bankok Post.

A power struggle has emerged within the Democrat Party as a group of Members of Parliament (MPs), headed by Dech-it Khaothong, the Democrat MP for Songkhla, made moves to oppose the leadership bid of acting Deputy Leader Narapat Kaewthong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313756-democrat-party-power-struggle-emerges-ahead-of-leadership-election/

 

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Thai Health Minister delivers bundle of joy and initiative: Give Birth, Great World
by Top

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

Dr Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health and associated agencies, this week launched an initiative called Give Birth, Great World at a press conference in Ayutthaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313758-thai-health-minister-delivers-bundle-of-joy-and-initiative-give-birth-great-world/

 

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Thai man dies on police station waiting room sofa in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

A Thai man tragically died on a Bang Khen Police Station sofa in Bangkok yesterday, December 7, while waiting to report a physical assault by his employer’s son.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313761-thai-man-dies-on-police-station-waiting-room-sofa-in-bangkok/

 

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Thailand seeks visa exemptions for its tourists travelling to China
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand’s government is seeking visa exemptions for Thai tourists travelling to China, with an official delegation planned to negotiate the details by the end of this month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313672-thailand-and-china-to-expedite-free-visa-talks/?do=findComment&comment=18538244

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'Myths' about tax changes for incoming money to Thailand : Tim Newton Today - Dec 8 

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313764-myths-about-tax-changes-for-incoming-money-to-thailand-tim-newton-today-dec-8/

 

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Thai man arrested over death of Thai woman with tattoos in Chon Buri
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Police arrested a Thai man over the death of a Thai woman with tattoos who was found buried in Chon Buri province. Officers insisted her case was unrelated to the body of a Thai man found near the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313768-thai-man-arrested-over-death-of-thai-woman-with-tattoos-in-chon-buri/

 

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Rescue Teams Safely Capture Peacock Stranded on Roof in Bang Lamung Village
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bang Lamung—At 5:40 PM, on December 6th, 2023, Nong Prue rescue teams received a report that a peacock landed on the roof of a house in Eakmongkol Village 3, Bang Lamung, Chonburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313769-rescue-teams-safely-capture-peacock-stranded-on-roof-in-bang-lamung-village/

 

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COVID-19 infections rising, public advised to wear face masks

 

 

Members of the public are advised to wear face masks, maintain social distancing in crowded places and where air circulation is poor and wash their hands frequently, citing a rising trend in COVID-19 infections.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313770-covid-19-infections-rising-public-advised-to-wear-face-masks/

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Discrediting Thailand: Chinese TikToker’s distorted info about Soi Nana in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ลุยจีน

A Chinese woman has been slammed by netizens for discrediting and destroying the image of tourism in Thailand by portraying Soi Nana in Bangkok as dangerous and full of bad people.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313732-chinese-tourist-exposes-nana-area-as-potential-danger-for-women/?do=findComment&comment=18538640

 

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Thai police want to ‘interrogate’ Chinese influencer who criticised Bangkok

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Matichon

“99% of people on Soi Nana are not good.”

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313732-chinese-tourist-exposes-nana-area-as-potential-danger-for-women/?do=findComment&comment=18538649

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Thailand and Myanmar form humanitarian taskforce

 

Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara (L) shakes hands with Union Minister for Foreign Affairs of Myanmar, Than Swe in Beijing on December 7.

 

Thailand and Myanmar have agreed to establish a task force to handle humanitarian assistance for both Thai’s and Burmese people living along the border, who are affected by the ongoing fighting in Myanmar.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313787-thailand-and-myanmar-form-humanitarian-taskforce/