What does Thaksin have to do to get sister Yingluck home?

 

File photo : Yingluck and Thaksin Shinawatra

 

After former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra returned to face prison following 15 years of self-exile and managed to spend the last four months in hospital, many people are wondering if his sister Yingluck is set to follow suit.

 

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Corrections Dept allows Thaksin to remain at Police General Hospital

 

 

The Corrections Department has granted permission for convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to continue to receive medical treatment at the Police General Hospital after the expiration of the 120-day limit.

 

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Healthier food and snacks to choose in 2024

 

Cannabis businesses like this one in Bangkok’s Chinatown have sprung up all over the country. //Photo by Veena Thoopkrajae

 

Healthy eating has been affected by years of inflation. The rising cost of living has forced many to be more frugal, which has meant cutting back on grocery bills and shopping for cheaper and usually less healthy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316815-healthier-food-and-snacks-to-choose-in-2024/

PM Observes Cloud Seeding Operation and Takes Part in Building Firebreaks

 

 

CHAING MAI (NNT) -  The Royal Rainmaking operation is anticipated to greatly contribute to the tackling of the ongoing air pollution issue in the province and the northern region in general.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316819-pm-observes-cloud-seeding-operation-and-takes-part-in-building-firebreaks/

 

PM Reviews Progress of EV Two-Row Cars

 

 

CHIANG MAI (NNT) - Currently, a prototype vehicle has been introduced, and two additional cars are expected to be operational soon. These vehicles are in the process of registration and are undergoing formalities with the transportation authorities, with an anticipation of being put to use in the near future.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316820-pm-reviews-progress-of-ev-two-row-cars/

 

Commerce Min Sets to Boost Thai Cuisine Globally

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Chai Wacharonke, the Government Spokesperson, stated that the government has been consistently promoting the spread of Thai culinary culture. This promotion aims to increase the popularity of Thai food globally through culinary diplomacy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316821-commerce-min-sets-to-boost-thai-cuisine-globally/

 

PM Addresses Exemplary Youth at Government House

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed his deep pride and appreciation for the knowledge, abilities, and notable achievements of Thai children, which have brought honor to the country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316822-pm-addresses-exemplary-youth-at-government-house/

Thai cult leader condemned for performing oral sex on followers

 

Photo via Facebook/ อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6

 

Thai netizens condemned a cult leader for performing an explicit ritual by laying gold leaves on the private parts of his followers and kissing and performing oral sex on them to improve their fortunes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316824-thai-cult-leader-condemned-for-performing-oral-sex-on-followers/

 

Underage pregnancies require community support, says Thai academic

 

PHOTO: via Down to earth

 

Focusing on the issue of underage pregnancies, Sumate Noklang, a PhD Development Education Programme lecturer at the Graduate School of Srinakharinwirot University, insists that the government must prioritise the quality of life for children yet to be born. This comes as part of national initiatives aimed at tackling the country’s decreasing fertility rates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316826-underage-pregnancies-require-community-support-says-thai-academic/

 

Gold price takes a dip in Thailand, down 50 baht from previous close

 

PHOTO: via Wikimedia Commons

 

The Gold Traders Association (GTA) today revealed a further drop in today’s gold price when compared to the final price of yesterday. Today, a baht of gold ornament is selling for 34,150 baht, a 50 baht reduction from the closing price of yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316828-gold-price-takes-a-dip-in-thailand-down-50-baht-from-previous-close/

Famous Iranian Boxer Fariyar Aminipour Dies After Big Bike Accident in Phuket Underpass

 

 

A famous young Iranian boxer has been pronounced dead after a big bike accident inside the Chalong Underpass.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316830-famous-iranian-boxer-fariyar-aminipour-dies-after-big-bike-accident-in-phuket-underpass/

 

Thai officials find another 4 Omura whales, fail to locate rare white whale

 

PHOTO: Wikimedia

 

Marine officials, searching for a rare white Omura whale spotted in the Andaman Sea on January 1, have failed to locate it. However, they have located another 4 Omuras off Phuket, according to a Bangkok Post report.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316831-thai-officials-find-another-4-omura-whales-fail-to-locate-rare-white-whale/

 

Major Drug Raid Nets Suspects and Large Narcotics Stash in Chonburi

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

 

Law enforcement officers from Ban Bueng Police Station successfully infiltrated an alleged drug storage facility in Chonburi’s Ban Bueng district on January 10th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316832-major-drug-raid-nets-suspects-and-large-narcotics-stash-in-chonburi/

 

Tragic end for couple in Thai resort: Suspected suicide stirs shock

 

Picture courtesy of Sanook

 

A chilling discovery unfolded in Phetchabun when a couple from Pathum Thani were found dead in their resort room. The suspected suicide of 62 year old Natcha and 61 year old Akrara has left authorities puzzled and seeking answers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316835-tragic-end-for-couple-in-thai-resort-suspected-suicide-stirs-shock/

 

Bangkok to rival Dubai as aviation hub

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a meeting with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, AirAsia unveiled ambitious plans to transform Bangkok into the aviation hub of Southeast Asia, aiming to mirror the success of Dubai.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316837-bangkok-to-rival-dubai-as-aviation-hub/

Two police officers hailed for assisting man in wheelchair in Nonthaburi

 

Photo courtesy of Daily News

 

Two police officers from Bang Bua Thong Police Station, Nonthaburi province, received recognition from senior officials for assisting a disabled man in a wheelchair to reach the BTS.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316838-two-police-officers-hailed-for-assisting-man-in-wheelchair-in-nonthaburi/

 

Srettha to talk about haze problems with Hun Manet

 

Photo by Srettha Thavisin FB

 

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today that he will call his Cambodian counterpart, Hun Manet, to discuss the ongoing haze problem.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316840-srettha-to-talk-about-haze-problems-with-hun-manet/

 

PM signs Move Forward party’s air cleanliness bill

 

File photo

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin approved the Move Forward party’s air cleanliness bill while in Chiang Mai province today, and has sent it back to parliament to be included on the agenda for debate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316841-pm-signs-move-forward-party’s-air-cleanliness-bill/

 

Bangkok governor offers an apology over his statement on new city plan

 

 

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has offered a public apology over his recent statement about Bangkok’s new city plan which, he said, may have caused dissatisfaction or discomfort for some people.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316842-bangkok-governor-offers-an-apology-over-his-statement-on-new-city-plan/

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