Watanya vows to fight on in Democrat party’s leadership race tomorrow

 

File photo: Watanya Bunnag

 

A candidate in the Democrat party leadership election tomorrow, Watanya Bunnag, has vowed to carry on with her candidacy, even following an announcement by 21 of the party’s MPs that they will support the candidature of Chalermchai Srion, former secretary-general.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313788-watanya-vows-to-fight-on-in-democrat-party’s-leadership-race-tomorrow/

 

Thailand’s golf siblings want to inspire young Thais

 

 

Thailand’s talented golf siblings Moriya and Ariya Jutanugarn have one simple piece of advice for anyone aspiring to be as successful as they are: Work hard and aim high.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313789-thailand’s-golf-siblings-want-to-inspire-young-thais/

Diversity Highlighted in the 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand List

 

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Thirty-two restaurants have been awarded the ‘Bib Gourmand’ symbol for the first time in the Michelin Guide Thailand 2024. Now in its seventh edition, this year’s guide has extended its coverage to include Ko Samui and Surat Thani, bringing the total to 196 establishments in the budget-friendly category.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313791-diversity-highlighted-in-the-2024-michelin-bib-gourmand-list/

 

Financial Misconduct Allegations in Revenue Department

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - An official from the Revenue Department has been axed for embezzlement.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313793-financial-misconduct-allegations-in-revenue-department/

Perd Muang Tai festival in Mae Hong Son

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Mae Hong Son Province hosts “16th Perd Muang Tai festival (Tai Yai city)” to promote and publicize local food Including community products, in Mae Hong Son province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313794-perd-muang-tai-festival-in-mae-hong-son/

Southern Peace Initiative Summary Set for Next Month

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Special Committee for Peacebuilding in the Three Southern Border Provinces is expediting measures to address the challenges of peacebuilding in the region.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313795-southern-peace-initiative-summary-set-for-next-month/

PM opens “Vijit Chao Phraya 2023: A Phenomenon of Light and Color Shows”

 

 

BANGKOK, Dec 8 (TNA) — Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Srettha Thavisin on Thursday night presided over the opening of “Vijit Chao Phraya 2023: A Phenomenon of Light and Color Shows” at the ICONSIAM pier in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313797-pm-opens-“vijit-chao-phraya-2023-a-phenomenon-of-light-and-color-shows”/

 

Immigration police promotions dogged by rumours of nepotism

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Padthongtew Damapong

 

An opposition MP in Phuket is demanding an explanation for a recent police reshuffle that saw the nephew of Thaksin Shinawatra’s ex-wife promoted to the top job with immigration police at Phuket Airport.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313799-immigration-police-promotions-dogged-by-rumours-of-nepotism/

Panicked Sattahip Driver Plunges Car into the Ocean

 

PHOTO: ข่าวเมืองชล

 

A Thai woman in Sattahip plunged her car into the sea at Bang Saray Beach early this morning. She claimed that she was startled after her car struck a footpath and subsequently tried to reverse her car but accidentally hit the accelerator instead.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313800-panicked-sattahip-driver-plunges-car-into-the-ocean/

 

PM to Visit Kanchanaburi and Chiang Rai this Saturday

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the provinces of Kanchanaburi and Chiang Rai tomorrow, December 9th, to meet residents there and follow up on the implementation of government policies.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313801-pm-to-visit-kanchanaburi-and-chiang-rai-this-saturday/

Astronomy Enthusiasts Invited to Starry Night Over Bangkok Event on December 23

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The National Astronomical Research Institute (Public Organization) (NARIT), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), collaborates with Bangkok to transform the city into the City of Stars.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313802-astronomy-enthusiasts-invited-to-starry-night-over-bangkok-event-on-december-23/

 

Thai Minister Threatens Serious Legal Action in Child Exploitation Cases in Pattaya

 

 

Thailand’s Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSD) has pledged serious legal action in child exploitation cases and promised to provide suitable assistance to the victims.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313803-thai-minister-threatens-serious-legal-action-in-child-exploitation-cases-in-pattaya/

 

PM Srettha Leads Celebration Recognizing Songkran as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

 

 

At 6:00 PM, on December 7th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, presided over the Songkran celebration of being officially recognised as UNESCO’s intangible humanity’s cultural heritage at the city square, Bangkok City Hall.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313820-pm-srettha-leads-celebration-recognizing-songkran-as-a-unesco-intangible-cultural-heritage/

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