Members of the House Police Affairs Committee will visit the Police General Hospital this Friday to confirm whether convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is still there, after the committee received permission to visit the hospital.

 

House police affairs panel to visit Police Hospital this Friday

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316724-house-police-affairs-panel-to-visit-police-hospital-this-friday/

Thai deputy PM calls for stricter nightclub regulations after minor scandal

 

Photo courtesy of MGR Online

 

Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, is set to enforce stricter regulations on night entertainment venues following an early morning raid on a nightclub in Pathum Thani on January 7, which resulted in the apprehension of 489 minors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316713-thai-deputy-pm-calls-for-stricter-nightclub-regulations-after-minor-scandal/

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House Panel To Check If Thaksin Got More Privileges Than Others At Hospital
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra with his daughter and Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Photo: Thai Rath

 

MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE Committee on Police Affairs are scheduled to see on Friday whether de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra may have been given more privileges than others at Police Hospital.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316724-house-police-affairs-panel-to-visit-police-hospital-this-friday/?do=findComment&comment=18610112

Navy Not Lobbying Ministers Over Chinese Submarine: Suthin
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Defence Minister Suthin Khlangsang with a Chinese submarine behind him. Photo: Matichon

 

DEFENCE MINISTER SUTHIN Khlangsang today (Jan.10) categorically denied that the navy has quietly lobbied prominent members of cabinet for the planned procurement of a troublesome Chinese-built submarine.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316743-navy-not-lobbying-ministers-over-chinese-submarine-suthin/

Blind man conned out of land by his deceased mother’s younger sister after signing up for a loan

by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Identified only by his first name on Wednesday, 36-year-old Mr Likhit made his way to Bangkok. In short, to plead for help and justice. The blind man was tricked into signing away his land inheritance by his aunt and her husband. Previously, the unemployed agricultural labourer had sought a loan after his employer disappeared overnight.

Blind man’s heartbreaking betrayal as his Aunt swindles his land for a loan. In a week of uplifting financial disability support hikes, Mr Likhit’s tale speaks of the darker side of human nature.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316746-blind-man-conned-out-of-land-by-his-deceased-mother’s-younger-sister-after-signing-up-for-a-loan/

 

Six Russians and Three Thais Rescued after Yacht Capsizes in Rawai
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Six Russian tourists and three Thais have been rescued after a yacht capsized near an island in Rawai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316747-six-russians-and-three-thais-rescued-after-yacht-capsizes-in-rawai/

 

Young Man Dead in Three Vehicle Accident in Thalang, Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

A 28-year-old Thai man died after his speeding sedan crashed into a parked pickup truck before slamming into a motorbike and power pole in the Thalang district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316749-young-man-dead-in-three-vehicle-accident-in-thalang-phuket/

Thailand moves to ban recreational cannabis use, 18 months after historic decriminalization
By Heather Chen and Kocha Olarn, CNN

 

File photo for reference only

CNN — Thailand’s new government is moving ahead to pass new legisalation banning cannabis for recreational use in a major reversal 18 months after the country became the first in Asia to decriminalize the plant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316750-thailand-moves-to-ban-recreational-cannabis-use-18-months-after-historic-decriminalization/

 

Singaporean Fugitive Apprehended by Krabi Tourist Police on Koh Lanta

 

 

In a significant turn of events on January 10, authorities from the Krabi Tourism Enforcement unit successfully nabbed an individual of Singaporean origin, wanted on charges related to nocturnal theft and eluding law enforcement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316744-singaporean-fugitive-apprehended-by-krabi-tourist-police-on-koh-lanta/

 

18-Wheeler Trailer with Failed Brakes Collides with Sedan and Pickup, Claiming the Life of a 35-Year-Old Woman

 

 

In a tragic incident in Nonthaburi, a collision involving a sedan, a pickup truck, and a trailer with 18 wheels lacking brakes resulted in the loss of life of a 35-year-old female architect. The accident occurred on the inbound lane of the Kanchanaphisek Road, just before the Rama 5 Roundabout in Bang Khu Wat, Bang Kruai district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316748-18-wheeler-trailer-with-failed-brakes-collides-with-sedan-and-pickup-claiming-the-life-of-a-35-year-old-woman/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 11 January 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316752-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-11-january-2024/

 

Caution advised over interest rate cuts by Bank of Thailand
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Seksan Rojjanametakul

Pundits have cautioned against hasty moves to cut interest rates and have emphasised the importance of an independent Bank of Thailand as it determines its policy interest rates.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316753-caution-advised-over-interest-rate-cuts-by-bank-of-thailand/

 

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Thai Cabinet reviews submarine procurement contract extension
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Thairath

A submarine procurement contract extension is under review by the Thai Cabinet, following advice from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316743-navy-not-lobbying-ministers-over-chinese-submarine-suthin/?do=findComment&comment=18610418

 

Electrical Leakage on Chonburi Footbridge Prompts Call for Repair
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Signs warning people not to touch the rails of a footbridge due to electrical leakage have prompted calls for authorities in Phan Thong to conduct urgent repairs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316755-electrical-leakage-on-chonburi-footbridge-prompts-call-for-repair/

 

Pattaya Officials Lead Coastal Cleanup at Cape Bali Hai
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: ข่าวเมืองชล

City officials in Pattaya launched a cleanup operation on Wednesday along the coastline of Cape Bali Hai to tackle a significant accumulation of marine debris.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316757-pattaya-officials-lead-coastal-cleanup-at-cape-bali-hai/

 

Chonburi Serial Power Line Thief Apprehended Again After Being Released on Bail
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

Early on Tuesday morning, highway police in Chonburi apprehended a suspect believed to be planning another power line theft on the Pattaya-Sattahip motorway.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316759-chonburi-serial-power-line-thief-apprehended-again-after-being-released-on-bail/

 

Governor’s bold move against toxic haze: Chiang Mai’s war on farm fires heats up
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

Chiang Mai Governor Nirat Pongsitthithavorn is leading the charge against the annual curse of PM2.5 pollution caused by the burning of agricultural residue.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316762-governor’s-bold-move-against-toxic-haze-chiang-mai’s-war-on-farm-fires-heats-up/

 

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Visually impaired man accuses relatives of deceit over 20,000 baht loan in Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via los Angeles

A 36 year old visually impaired man, known as Likhit, accused his relatives of tricking him into signing off his land rights, under the misconception that he was signing a loan agreement. The incident took place today, at 12pm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316746-blind-man-conned-out-of-land-by-his-deceased-mother’s-younger-sister-after-signing-up-for-a-loan/?do=findComment&comment=18610659

Midnight blaze turns golf course into ‘tee-rific’ inferno
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A midnight explosion echoed through Chachoengsao province, leading to a massive fire that razed a golf course warehouse, destroying five vehicles in the process. The incident unfolded at 12am today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316765-midnight-blaze-turns-golf-course-into-‘tee-rific’-inferno/

 

New Covid JN.1 Strain Sweeping Thailand
by TNR Staff 

 

Dr Yong Poovorawan. Photo: INN News

 

A PROMINENT virologist said this morning (Jan. 11) that a new Covid-19 strain, JN.1, has now taken hold in Thailand and is turning into the most widespread variant as it is highly contagious and this leading to a spike in the number of patients, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316767-new-covid-jn1-strain-sweeping-thailand/

TMD warns of impending cold front in northern Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of prachachat

A new cold front is expected to grip the northern region of the country, bringing thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail, warns the Meteorological Department of Thailand today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316769-tmd-warns-of-impending-cold-front-in-northern-thailand/

 

Gold Shop Robber Arrested with All Stolen Items

 

 

NAKHON SITHAMMRAT, Jan 11 (TNA) – A lone robber, snatching five gold necklaces from a gold shop in Nakhon Si Thammarat was arrested in the forest behind his grandmother’s house. The police found all stolen items.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316770-gold-shop-robber-arrested-with-all-stolen-items/

 

More bus and boat 'accidents', Nero fiddles as Bangkok burns - Tim Newton Today - Jan 11

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316771-more-bus-and-boat-accidents-nero-fiddles-as-bangkok-burns-tim-newton-today-jan-11/

 

Mother suspected after 3 year old boy falls from apartment and dies
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Kom Chad Luek

A 3 year old boy died yesterday after falling from the fourth floor balcony of a apartment in Soi Rama II 50 in the Bang Khun Thian district of Bangkok. Police suspect the mother was involved in the tragic death due to some suspicious evidence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316776-mother-suspected-after-3-year-old-boy-falls-from-apartment-and-dies/

 

Investment scam: Thai man claiming to be marijuana consultant arrested in Bang Kaeo
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Matichon

A 52 year old Thai man was arrested for falsely claiming to be a marijuana investment consultant in Bang Kaeo Subdistrict, Bang Kaeo District, Samut Prakan province on January 9.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316782-investment-scam-thai-man-claiming-to-be-marijuana-consultant-arrested-in-bang-kaeo/

 

Thai woman escapes burning car after dog-related collision
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Dominik Sostmann, Unplash

 

A woman escaped unscathed after her car was engulfed in flames following a dog unexpectedly crossing her path while she was driving home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316783-thai-woman-escapes-burning-car-after-dog-related-collision/

 

Thai man cites inheritance arguments as motive for drowning family
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Facebook/ สมาคมหน่วยกู้ภัยสว่างพังโคน จ.สกลนคร 攀 空 善 堂

A Thai man cited repeated arguments on inheritance with his father as a motive for drowning him and his younger sister in the Isaan province of Sakon Nakhon. He insisted the crime was committed without mental illness, alcohol or drug use.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316784-thai-man-cites-inheritance-arguments-as-motive-for-drowning-family/

 

Bangkok Governor Chadchart coordinates campaigns to combat PM2.5 with draft bill
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Matichon

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt stipulated guidelines for preventing and solving the PM2.5 dust problem in the Thai capital, yesterday, January 10, at Bangkok City Hall, Din Daeng.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316786-bangkok-governor-chadchart-coordinates-campaigns-to-combat-pm25-with-draft-bill/

 

Thai PM seeks weekly meetings with central bank governor
 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has floated the idea of weekly meeting with Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, after both of them met at Government House yesterday to discuss the general economic situation, inflation, interest rates and the “digital wallet” scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316792-thai-pm-seeks-weekly-meetings-with-central-bank-governor/

 

Three former Bhumjaithai MPs banned from contesting elections for life

 

 

Three former MPs of the Bhumjaithai party have been stripped of their right to contest elections for life and have had their voting rights suspended for ten years by the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316812-three-former-bhumjaithai-mps-banned-from-contesting-elections-for-life/