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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 11 May 2025
AOT Unveils Ambitious New Phase for Suvarnabhumi Airport: Fourth Runway & South Terminal Picture courtesy of Matichon. Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) has announced a major revision of its Suvarnabhumi Airport development masterplan, aiming to significantly increase passenger capacity and strengthen Thailand’s status as a regional aviation hub. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360328-aot-unveils-ambitious-new-phase-for-suvarnabhumi-airport-fourth-runway-south-terminal/ -
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Crime Government Cracks Down on Illegal Tour Operators and Unlicensed Guides Nationwide
Means in a few days all the Russians kicked out or what? -
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Insomnia specialist in Bangkok (who doesn’t prescribe benzos)
I went to a functional medical doctor and did a stool test and an OATs test. One gives a breakdown of all the bacteria species in your gut whereas the other shows various metabolites that relate to a more limited number of gut bacteria, Candida and other nasties. I got these tests in Australia and I don't know what is available in Thailand but I imagine some stool tests must be available. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 11 May 2025
Death of 23-Year-Old Man After Fall from Samut Prakan Apartment Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An incident unfolded in Samut Prakan on the morning of 10 May, when a 23-year-old man was found dead after falling from a five-storey apartment building. The man’s body was discovered in the car park of the building, located in the Thaiban Mai subdistrict of Mueang District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360327-death-of-23-year-old-man-after-fall-from-samut-prakan-apartment/ -
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Accident Search Ends for Remaining Missing Victims in Collapsed Auditor-General’s Office
Picture courtesy of Amarin Authorities have officially ended the search for the remaining seven missing individuals following the collapse of the State Audit Office building in Bangkok. Although no additional bodies were found during the final sweep, over 100 body fragments are undergoing forensic analysis, which may help identify the remaining victims. Mr. Suriyachai Rawiwan, Director of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, announced that the final area of the site, beneath the basement-level lift shaft, had been fully cleared and no further human remains were discovered. The entire search operation has now concluded, with attention turning to the removal of debris and analysis of recovered remains. Teams continue to transport rubble to a designated area, where daily inspections are carried out by K-9 units and specialist personnel during morning and evening shifts. On the evening of 9 May, a piece of human skull was found among the rubble. By the following morning, two additional bone fragments were recovered by a 57-member team and five sniffer dogs. At present, a large mound of debris, nearly 10 metres high, remains at the site. For safety reasons and to ensure no fragments are overlooked, the mound will be reduced to approximately 6 metres using backhoes, with the excavation proceeding from the left side of the site. Mr. Suriyachai confirmed that the area will be handed back to the State Audit Office by 15 May. The Chatuchak District Office has formally notified the agency of the scheduled return, while coordination is ongoing with the police to establish a timeline for further investigative procedures, including possible seizure of the site for continued forensic analysis. CCTV footage from the building remains in police custody for evidence. When asked whether representatives of the State Audit Office had visited the site, Mr. Suriyachai confirmed that an insurance representative conducted a walkthrough with police officers to assess the building’s structural remains. Entry is still tightly controlled and subject to registration. Although no intact bodies were recovered in recent days, the fate of the seven missing victims now hinges on forensic identification of over 100 body fragments. Machinery remains active on-site, focusing solely on clearing concrete and steel. This incident has sparked national concern over building standards and oversight, especially as investigations into the collapse continue. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-05-11. -
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Politics Ta Muen Thom Temple Not a Disputed Site, Thai Fine Arts Department Reaffirms Sovereignty
Picture courtesy of Naewna. The ancient temple of Prasat Ta Muen Thom is not a subject of territorial dispute, according to Thailand’s Fine Arts Department, which confirmed the site has been officially registered as a Thai historical monument for over 90 years. A recent Facebook post by the popular historical page Borannaanmaareignited public interest in the temple, amidst resurfacing concerns over sovereignty. The post stated unequivocally: “Politicians may come and go, but the sovereignty of the Thai nation must endure steadfastly.” According to official records, the Fine Arts Department surveyed and listed Prasat Ta Muen Thom as a Thai national monument in 1935 (B.E. 2478). The site currently falls under the supervision of the 5th Regional Office of Fine Arts in Prachinburi. Restoration efforts have long been conducted with full knowledge of Cambodian authorities. Located on the Thai side of the border in Ban Nong Khan Na Samakkhi, Moo 8, Ban Ta Miang Subdistrict, Phanom Dong Rak District, Surin Province, the temple is the largest among the Ta Muen temple complex. “Thom” means “big” in Khmer, and the complex includes three main temples: Ta Muen Thom, Ta Muen Tot, and Ta Muen. The temple sits atop a sacred natural rock formation symbolising a Swayambhu Shiva Lingam, and was historically used for religious rituals. It lies within the Ta Muen Pass (also known as Ta Miang Pass) in the Dângrêk mountain range. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has even developed tour routes to facilitate visits by local and international tourists, highlighting the temple’s cultural significance and ease of access from within Thailand. Despite recent reports that Cambodian troops were seen near the temple site, Thai officials argue such movements amount to a violation of Thai sovereignty. Commentators warn against creating unnecessary tension or allowing the situation to echo the previous Preah Vihear Temple dispute. “It is not a disputed site. Do not try to turn it into one,” wrote historian Pruetthiphon Prachumphol. He emphasised that Cambodia has long been aware of the Thai administration of the area, and accused certain groups of intentionally stirring nationalist sentiment for political purposes. The Thai military presence in the area remains firm, with armed forces maintaining position as part of their duty to protect national sovereignty. The government is being urged to handle any escalation diplomatically but firmly, using internationally recognised watershed maps to assert Thailand’s territorial rights. Officials reaffirm that Prasat Ta Muen Thom is, and has always been, part of Thailand’s cultural and territorial heritage. Adapted by Asean Now from Naewna 2025-05-11.
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