On January 12th, 2024, Asst. Prof. Pimol Srivikorn, the Advisor to the Prime Minister and the president of the Taekwondo Association of Thailand, publicly revealed after the 1st meeting of the Sport Industry Subcommittee regarding an extension visa for foreigners studying Muay Thai to stay in Thailand from 60 to 90 days.

 

Thai Government Extends Visa for Foreign Muay Thai Students to 90 Days

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316929-thai-government-extends-visa-for-foreign-muay-thai-students-to-90-days/

 

Thaksin suffers heart valve disease and rarely has visitors : Chaichana

 

File photo : Former PM Thaksin ShinawatrFile photo: Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra returns to Bangkok last year in his private jet.a return to Bangkok last year by his private jet.

 

Convicted ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra is suffering from heart valve disease and rarely has visitors, said Chaichana Detdecho, chairman of the House Police Affairs committee.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316922-thaksin-suffers-heart-valve-disease-and-rarely-has-visitors-chaichana/

 

British and Russian Motorcyclists Collide in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

British and Russian tourists accidentally crashed their motorbikes into each other on Soi Khao Phra Tamnak 5 in Pattaya on Thursday, January 11th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316952-british-and-russian-motorcyclists-collide-in-pattaya/

 

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MP investigates Thaksin’s alleged 2 million baht treatment at Police Hospital
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via The Economist

 

A delegation from the Police Committee of the House of Representatives, led by its chairman Chaichana Dejdecho, an MP from Nakhon Si Thammarat and a Deputy Leader of the Democrat Party, visited the Police Hospital to check on the health of former Thailand Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316922-thaksin-suffers-heart-valve-disease-and-rarely-has-visitors-chaichana/?do=findComment&comment=18615173

 

AIS and True reinforce identity checks for multiple SIM card owners
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via Prune.co

 

In response to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s directive, telecom giants AIS and True are set to tighten up measures to verify the identities of customers with multiple SIM cards. This move aims to prevent the temporary suspension of mobile numbers and protect user rights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316953-ais-and-true-reinforce-identity-checks-for-multiple-sim-card-owners/

 

Thai student protest erupts over unsatisfactory school meals
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via The Bucknellian

 

A student protest recently erupted in a school located in Mae La Noi, Mae Hong Son. The students rallied against the school’s director, barring entry into the school premises by locking all entrances.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316954-thai-student-protest-erupts-over-unsatisfactory-school-meals/

 

National Children's Day 2024: Armed Forces Ready for Educational Activities

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In anticipation of National Children's Day 2024, the armed forces are preparing to offer children enriching experiences and fresh perspectives through a range of educational activities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316955-national-childrens-day-2024-armed-forces-ready-for-educational-activities/

 

Thai Tiktokers slam Indian artists’ song as racist, sexist, insulting toward Thailand (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via YouTube/ Sukumar Writings

Thai TikTokers slammed a song by some Indian artists, calling it racist, sexist and insulting toward Thai men and women.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316957-thai-tiktokers-slam-indian-artists’-song-as-racist-sexist-insulting-toward-thailand-video/

 

Phayam Island children’s struggle to school spurs calls for new bridge
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

PHOTO: via India Today

 

Children in Phayam Island in the Ranong province have been struggling to reach their schools due to the lack of a bridge.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316958-phayam-island-children’s-struggle-to-school-spurs-calls-for-new-bridge/

 

Mother and daughter injured after wild bull charged their motorcycle
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 

 

Photo courtesy of Channel 7 News

 

A mother and her seven year old daughter yesterday were injured by a Khao Phaeng Ma wild bull which charged at them while the pair was riding a motorcycle in Nakhon Ratchasima.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316959-mother-and-daughter-injured-after-wild-bull-charged-their-motorcycle/

 

Up in smoke: Royal Thai Police extinguish counterfeit cigarette ring
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

PHOTO: via The independent

 

A major counterfeit cigarette network, known as Jae Pen Fang Thon, has been dismantled by the Royal Thai Police and the Department of Excise. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316960-up-in-smoke-royal-thai-police-extinguish-counterfeit-cigarette-ring/

 

Prachuap Khiri Khan’s recently appointed governor has died
By Online Reporter

 

Mr Niti Wivatvanich

Mr Niti Vivatvanich, the recently appointed Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, has passed away due to a sudden heart attack.

 

Full strory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316967-prachuap-khiri-khan’s-recently-appointed-governor-has-died/

 

Thai police apprehends deranged man who climbed onto car roof wielding a knife
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Daily News

 

A deranged man wielding a knife wreaked havoc during his rampage at Building E, Ping Amporn Condominium, in Mueang District, Nonthaburi province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316969-thai-police-apprehends-deranged-man-who-climbed-onto-car-roof-wielding-a-knife/

 

Sattahip Police Bust Alleged Endangered Sea Animal Smuggler
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: ข่าวเมืองชล

A Thai man from Sattahip faces legal charges after being arrested for allegedly selling endangered sea animals.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316971-sattahip-police-bust-alleged-endangered-sea-animal-smuggler/

 

Bangkok governor defends city’s fourth plan revision amid public criticism
by Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: via matichon

 

Chadchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, stood firm in defence of the city’s fourth plan revision amid public censure for its perceived favouritism towards developers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316972-bangkok-governor-defends-city’s-fourth-plan-revision-amid-public-criticism/

 

Prime Minister Confident in ‘Team Thailand’ in Developing Chiang Mai Tourism Scene
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed confidence in “Team Thailand” in developing the tourism potential of Chiang Mai province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316973-prime-minister-confident-in-‘team-thailand’-in-developing-chiang-mai-tourism-scene/

 

TAT rolls out ‘Thais Always Care’ online communication campaign
Sending out invitation to the world that Thailand and its people are always ready to welcome tourists with CARE, reflecting the kingdom’s renowned hospitality and warmth to visitors.

 

 

Bangkok, 13 January 2024 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with the Tourist Police Bureau, Grab Taxi (Thailand), and Central Pattana (CPN), officially rolled out the latest “Thais Always Care” online communication campaign to ensure that tourists from around the world enjoy seamless travel experiences and feel safe and welcome in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316974-tat-rolls-out-‘thais-always-care’-online-communication-campaign/

 

Pattaya Ranks 7th Globally in Top Emerging Destinations List in 2024
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

The coastal city of Pattaya in Thailand has made a splash on the travel scene, earning the 7th spot in TripAdvisor’s prestigious ranking of the “Top Emerging Destinations” worldwide.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316976-pattaya-ranks-7th-globally-in-top-emerging-destinations-list-in-2024/

 

Small Plane Crashes In Chonburi, Foreigner Dead
by TNR Staff

 

The light aircraft after crashing in Chonburi this morning, Jan. 13, 2023. Photos: Matichon

 

A SMALL airplane crashed in Chonburi this morning (Jan. 13) with one unidentified foreigner having died and another person injured, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316978-small-plane-crashes-in-chonburi-foreigner-dead/

 

UPDATE:

 

House Committee denied access to hospitalised ex-PM Thaksin
by Mitch Connor

 

Chaichana Detdecho leading the panel for addressing this concern | Photo taken from Bangkok Post

 

A visit to the Police General Hospital by members of the House Committee on police affairs was met with resistance yesterday, as they were denied access to the hospitalised former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316922-thaksin-suffers-heart-valve-disease-and-rarely-has-visitors-chaichana/?do=findComment&comment=18615825

 

Thai Government plans digital shift for lottery sales
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo taken from Bangkok Post

The Government Lottery Office (GLO), under the umbrella of the Finance Ministry, unveiled plans to transition from traditional lottery stalls to digital ones. Lavaron Sangsnit, the permanent finance secretary and chairman of the GLO board, revealed this strategy, which will be initiated from next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316979-thai-government-plans-digital-shift-for-lottery-sales/

 

UPDATE:

 

School director transferred after student’s criticism of lunch quality sparks protest
by Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: via ETV Bharat

A recent student protest has led to the imminent transfer of a school director in the Mae La Noi district, Mae Hong Son. The unrest was sparked when the director, Sineenat Rodkrue, complained to the local police about a student who had criticised the quality of school lunches on social media.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316954-thai-student-protest-erupts-over-unsatisfactory-school-meals/?do=findComment&comment=18615855

Thailand and Cambodia join forces to tackle transboundary haze pollution
by Sugandhi Batra

 

PHOTO: via Earth.co

Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin yesterday unveiled plans to form a joint task force with Cambodia to combat transboundary haze pollution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316980-thailand-and-cambodia-join-forces-to-tackle-transboundary-haze-pollution/

 

Top female tennis stars to play in Thailand Open 2024 at Arena Hua Hin
By Online Reporter

 

 

Tennis enthusiasts in Hua Hin are in for a treat as the Thailand Open 2024 will be held at Arena Hua Hin between January 27 to February 4, 2024

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316982-top-female-tennis-stars-to-play-in-thailand-open-2024-at-arena-hua-hin/

 

Three guards shot dead, one injured at a power station in Ratchaburi

 

 

Three security guards were killed and one injured at a power station in the Damnoen Saduak district of Ratchaburi province on Friday night, allegedly over a pay dispute.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1316984-three-guards-shot-dead-one-injured-at-a-power-station-in-ratchaburi/

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