THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 9 December 2023

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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.

 

Immigration police promotions dogged by rumours of nepotism

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

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Padthongtew Damapong

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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/

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Chinese top visa holder summoned and fined over distorted claims about Bangkok’s notorious Nana 
by Joseph O' Connor

 

Tourist police on Thursday night in the Nana area of Bangkok interacting with happy and smiling foreign tourists, including many women, who felt safe and secure in the famous, although somewhat notorious nightlife district, which is considered very safe and well policed. (Inset top left) Chinese social media influencer Zi Yu Wang from her video posted on Tuesday the 5th of December, which presented a distorted view of Nana.

Chinese social media influencer, Zi Yu Wang, who entered Thailand on an exclusive Thai Privilege visa, faced possible deportation after being summoned over a Tik Tok video that distorted the facts about Bangkok’s vibrant Soi Nana nightlife area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313834-chinese-top-visa-holder-summoned-and-fined-over-distorted-claims-about-bangkok’s-notorious-nana/

 

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71,000 People Found So Far To Have 3.5 Billion Baht In Debt To Loan Sharks
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin officially launching the anti-loan sharks campaign, Dec. 8, 2023. Photo: Matichon

 

AS MANY AS 71,000 people nationwide have been found so far to have a combined sum of 3.5 billion baht in illicit, informal debt owed to loan sharks, according to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313835-71000-people-found-so-far-to-have-35-billion-baht-in-debt-to-loan-sharks/

 

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Timetable and how to buy tickets for trains between Hua Hin and Bangkok
By Jonathan Fairfield

 

 

As Hua Hin prepares to welcome its new elevated train station, set to open on December 11, the State Railway of Thailand has released a revised train schedule effective December 15, offering enhanced travel options for commuters between Hua Hin and Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313836-timetable-and-how-to-buy-tickets-for-trains-between-hua-hin-and-bangkok/

 

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Thai national thought held hostage in Gaza found safe in Israel
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of NDTV

A Thai national believed to be among the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza has been found safe in Israel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313837-thai-national-thought-held-hostage-in-gaza-found-safe-in-israel/

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Long Traffic Jams on Pattaya Walking Street Reportedly Caused by Taxi Drivers Spark Urgent Calls for Action
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: 77kaoded

Pattaya — Complaints are piling up regarding the ongoing issue of traffic congestion on Pattaya’s iconic Walking Street, reportedly caused by taxi drivers monopolizing the road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313839-long-traffic-jams-on-pattaya-walking-street-reportedly-caused-by-taxi-drivers-spark-urgent-calls-for-action/

 

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Dozens of Foreign Tourists Escape Injuries after Bus Crash on Patong Hill
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – Dozen of foreign tourists have escaped injuries after a tour bus crashed into the back of a truck on Patong Hill.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313840-dozens-of-foreign-tourists-escape-injuries-after-bus-crash-on-patong-hill/

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Thai Smile Buses Co., face backlash as passengers left stranded
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Thai Smile Bus Company faced a barrage of criticism as their electric buses ground to a halt, leaving passengers stranded and services disrupted.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313841-thai-smile-buses-co-face-backlash-as-passengers-left-stranded/

 

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Loan sharks circle in: 65 year old business owner seeks refuge in Chon Buri
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

A 65 year old business owner in Chon Buri approached the Saaih Mai Tong Rod coordination centre at 10.40am today, seeking assistance after being ruthlessly pursued by loan sharks. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313844-loan-sharks-circle-in-65-year-old-business-owner-seeks-refuge-in-chon-buri/

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Health Ministry debunks new year cancellation over XBC Covid variant scare as fake news
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by Norbert Braun via Unsplash

 

The Ministry of Public Health dismissed the cancellation of new year celebrations in Thailand due to the purported spread of a new Covid-19 variant, XBC, as fake news. No unusual outbreaks or dangerous variants have been reported.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313845-health-ministry-debunks-new-year-cancellation-over-xbc-covid-variant-scare-as-fake-news/

 

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Marine Department to Invest 285 Million Baht into Overhauling Koh Larn Pier
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: Dailynews

Pattaya — The Marine Department is requesting a budget of 285 million baht to facilitate its ambitious plan to renew the Na Baan Pier on Koh Larn to increase safety and boost Pattaya’s tourism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313846-marine-department-to-invest-285-million-baht-into-overhauling-koh-larn-pier/

 

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Motorbike Rider Dies after Getting Stuck Under a Minivan in Kata
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Kata – A motorbike rider has died after he became stuck under a minivan in Kata.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313847-motorbike-rider-dies-after-getting-stuck-under-a-minivan-in-kata/

 

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Neigh-saying no more: Horse racing chief urges PM to reopen track after four-year hiatus
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Sunthorn Paengpairi, head of the Horse Racing Association in Nakhon Ratchasima, appealed to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to reopen a local horse racing track which has been closed for four years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313848-neigh-saying-no-more-horse-racing-chief-urges-pm-to-reopen-track-after-four-year-hiatus/

 

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Thai mechanic found dead in sewer highlights lethal risks of heavy drinking
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Tragedy struck when a 44 year old mechanic, known for his drinking habits, was found dead in a sewer in front of Wat Khae School, located in Pak Klong Bang Pla Kod, Phra Samut Chedi district, Samut Prakan province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313849-thai-mechanic-found-dead-in-sewer-highlights-lethal-risks-of-heavy-drinking/

 

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Good Samaritan Taxi Driver Returns Over 60,000 Baht to Forgetful Passenger
 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On December 8th, 2023, at 3:00 PM, news broke that a taxi driver, Mr. Thongchan, had returned 62,240 Baht to its rightful owner, Mr. Thannawat, who had left the money in the backseat of the pink taxi with the license plate TOS 6565 in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313842-good-samaritan-taxi-driver-returns-over-60000-baht-to-forgetful-passenger/

 

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Hospital Chief Takes Responsibility for Medication Error Impacting Toddler
 

Picture: Daily News

 

The director of a Bangjak, Samut Prakan hospital has assumed accountability for a medication mistake resulting in a one-year-old receiving the incorrect medication, leading to severe complications.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313843-hospital-chief-takes-responsibility-for-medication-error-impacting-toddler/

 

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Prachuap Khiri Khan officials host event for International Anti-Corruption Day
By Online Reporter

 

Prachuap Khiri Khan Province marked International Anti-Corruption Day with a dedicated event on December 8, 2023, at the Koh Lak Meeting Room, Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Hall.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313854-prachuap-khiri-khan-officials-host-event-for-international-anti-corruption-day/

 

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Hua Hin welcomes new police chief
By Online Reporter

 

 
Police Colonel Kampnat Na Wichai has officially been appointed as the Chief of the Hua Hin Police Station. The appointment ceremony took place at the station on Friday (Dec 8).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313855-hua-hin-welcomes-new-police-chief/

 

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Plans for industrial zone threaten fishing community in southern Thailand, locals say
Wissarut Verasopon

 

Villagers help push a boat out to sea to catch crabs during the monsoon season in Chana, a district in southern Thailand’s Songkhla province, Nov. 22, 2023. (Wissarut Verasopon/Thai News Pix/BenarNews)

 

The residents of Chana, a seaside district in Thailand’s Deep South, live by a slogan: “Hill, forest, rice field and sea.” 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313856-plans-for-industrial-zone-threaten-fishing-community-in-southern-thailand-locals-say/

 

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Dangerous honeycomb wax sweets trend sweeps social media in Thailand
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

Social media is on fire with the sale of a potentially dangerous dessert, known as honeycomb wax sweets or simply, wax sweets. These cute, colourful treats conceal a hidden risk.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313857-dangerous-honeycomb-wax-sweets-trend-sweeps-social-media-in-thailand/

 

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Five children left with 40 baht daily rescued from shopping centre life
by Samantha Rose

 

Five children found living in a shopping centre, left by their parents with only 40 baht per day, have been rescued by Kan Jom Puan, also known as Kanthasat Pongphaiboonvech, along with officers from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and Bang Khen Police Station.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313858-five-children-left-with-40-baht-daily-rescued-from-shopping-centre-life/

 

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Thai health official’s family embroiled in 50 million baht corruption case
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Public Health Minister Chalnan Srikaew today revealed a corruption case involving a senior official from the Department of Medical Science, her daughter, and her son-in-law. The trio was involved in fraudulent activities, falsifying documents, and misappropriation of funds causing over 50 million baht in damages.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313859-thai-health-official’s-family-embroiled-in-50-million-baht-corruption-case/

 

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Thailand’s 2 billion baht electricity subsidy for 17.7 million households
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Thai Cabinet has allocated 2 billion baht to subsidise electricity costs for 17.7 million vulnerable households.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313861-thailand’s-2-billion-baht-electricity-subsidy-for-177-million-households/

 

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Counterfeit gold ornaments worth 3 million baht found on Chaeng Watthana Road
by Samantha Rose 

 

Expressway Traffic Police officers yesterday reported a large black bag found on the outbound lane of Chaeng Watthana Road to Pak Kret Police Station, Nonthaburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313862-counterfeit-gold-ornaments-worth-3-million-baht-found-on-chaeng-watthana-road/

 

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Thai farmers warned against smuggling uncertified Vietnamese rice strains
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand‘s Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Captain Thamanat Prompow, cautioned local farmers against cultivating or smuggling uncertified Vietnamese rice strains.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313863-thai-farmers-warned-against-smuggling-uncertified-vietnamese-rice-strains/

 

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MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2024 Unveils Bib Gourmand Selections

by Krajangwit Johjit

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The MICHELIN Guide Thailand has revealed its 2024 Bib Gourmand selection, showcasing as many as 196 culinary gems, including 32 new additions. This year’s selection includes 28 first-time entrants and four upgrades from the MICHELIN Selected list.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313864-michelin-guide-thailand-2024-unveils-bib-gourmand-selections/

 

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Health department halts bottled water factory production in Roi Et (video)
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Department of Health has ordered an immediate halt to production at a bottled water factory in Roi Et province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313865-health-department-halts-bottled-water-factory-production-in-roi-et-video/

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China slashes visa fees: Tourists to travel to the PRC for less
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

China has thrown open its doors, slashing visa fees by a whopping 25% with the offer extending to a range of countries including Thailand, Japan, Mexico, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1313867-china-slashes-visa-fees-tourists-to-travel-to-the-prc-for-less/

 

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