THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 16 January 2024

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Thai Restaurant operators are asking the Thai government to unlock alcohol sale hours and end periods of sales being restricted, especially from 2PM to 5PM in the afternoons.

 

Thai Restaurant Operators Ask Government to Unlock Alcohol Sale Hours

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317128-thai-restaurant-operators-ask-government-to-unlock-alcohol-sale-hours/

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Sunbathing at Sanam Luang draws mixed reactions

 

 

A picture posted on social media of two foreigners sunbathing in Sanam Luang, in front of the Grand Palace, has drawn mixed reactions, with some Thai netizens suggesting that the pair may not have been aware of the site’s significance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317093-concerns-after-two-foreign-women-sunbathe-in-chiang-mai-temple/?do=findComment&comment=18620474

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Two Vietnamese Charged With Stealing From Japanese Man
by TNR Staff

 

Pol. Maj. Gen. Noppasin Poolsawat shows the portable credit card reader found in the room of one of two Vietnamese suspects. Photo Matichon

 

A MAN and a woman from Vietnam were arrested today (Jan. 15) on a charge of pickpocketing a Japanese man at Wat Phra Kaew together with two other accomplices who are still at large and using the stolen credit cards to buy almost 500,000 baht worth of goods, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317152-two-vietnamese-charged-with-stealing-from-japanese-man/

 

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Hua Hin grapples with worsening air quality; Hospital issues health advisory
By Online Reporter

 

 

Like many locations in Thailand, Hua Hin has seen a significant rise in air pollution, as levels of PM 2.5, the fine particulate matter known for its adverse health effects, have reached concerning levels over the last 24 hours.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317153-hua-hin-grapples-with-worsening-air-quality-hospital-issues-health-advisory/

 

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Phuket to host Thailand Biennale 2025 boosting local economy
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Phuket Times.

 

Phuket is set to host the Thailand Biennale 2025 festival next year, which is expected to inject fresh vitality into the island’s economy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317154-phuket-to-host-thailand-biennale-2025-boosting-local-economy/

 

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19 year old Thai faces 5 charges for pimping out 13 year old boy
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Police arrested a 19 year old Thai man in Bangkok on Saturday night, on five charges of pimping out a 13 year old boy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317155-19-year-old-thai-faces-5-charges-for-pimping-out-13-year-old-boy/

 

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Glove wars: Public Warehouse Organisation gears up for legal battle over undelivered goods
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Janaza Announcements

The Public Warehouse Organisation (PWO) is currently embarking on a legal battle against its former director and six other officials for undelivered gloves.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317156-glove-wars-public-warehouse-organisation-gears-up-for-legal-battle-over-undelivered-goods/

 

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Police Help Turkish Tourist Catch Young Thief on Jomtien Beach
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

Pattaya police swiftly nabbed a young thief early Monday morning after he snatched a Turkish tourist’s phone on Jomtien Beach.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317157-police-help-turkish-tourist-catch-young-thief-on-jomtien-beach/

 

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Severe drought crisis looms in Nakhon Ratchasima with water reservoirs depleting
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

PHOTO: via AI Jazeera

Nakhon Ratchasima province faces a severe drought crisis, with medium-sized water reservoirs at worrying levels, holding less than half their capacity.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317158-severe-drought-crisis-looms-in-nakhon-ratchasima-with-water-reservoirs-depleting/

 

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Thai data privacy watchdog uncovers massive breach involving over 5,000 organisations
by Mitch Connor 

 

PHOTO: via forbes

Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) recently uncovered a significant privacy breach involving 5,261 organisations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317159-thai-data-privacy-watchdog-uncovers-massive-breach-involving-over-5000-organisations/

 

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Nong Plai Fah crowned Miss Grand Sam Roi Yod 2024
By Online Reporter

 

 

Nong Plai Fah, 27, triumphed at the Miss Grand Sam Roi Yod 2024 pageant, securing the coveted title along with a diamond crown and a cash reward of 50,000 Baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317160-nong-plai-fah-crowned-miss-grand-sam-roi-yod-2024/

 

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Man-Made Fires In Chonburi Wildlife Sanctuary Yet To Be Put Out

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Officials and rangers battling man-made fires at Chonburi’s Khao Khiew/Khao Chompoo wildlife sanctuary. Photo: Matichon

 

MAN-MADE FIRES which have occurred since the last several days in a wildlife sanctuary in Chonburi are yet to be extinguished by the authorities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317161-man-made-fires-in-chonburi-wildlife-sanctuary-yet-to-be-put-out/

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Pickup Truck Engine Failure Leads to Train Accident, Injuring Three

 

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A pickup truck experienced a critical engine failure, resulting in a collision with a high-speed train and causing injuries to three passengers. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317162-pickup-truck-engine-failure-leads-to-train-accident-injuring-three/

 

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Hit And Run: Hot-Headed White Sedan Driver Surrenders to police - Video

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

A white sedan driver, involved in a heated collision with a taxi on Ratchada Road, has turned himself in, uttering "taxi" before fleeing the scene. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317163-hit-and-run-hot-headed-white-sedan-driver-surrenders-to-police-video/

 

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Thai cabinet to decide on Chinese-built submarine purchase
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Naval News

The Thai cabinet is set to make a final verdict regarding the purchase of a Chinese-built submarine, stated Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317166-thai-cabinet-to-decide-on-chinese-built-submarine-purchase/

 

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Thaksin Would Prefer Anutin Over Own Daughter For Next PM: Political Scientist
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Bhumjaithai Party boss Anutin Charnvirakul, left in above photo and right in Front Page photo, and de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Photo: Thai Rath

 

DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS-CUM-CONVICT at large Thaksin Shinawatra would prefer to leave the next premiership to Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul rather than give it to his own daughter/Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra so that his party could continue to join ranks with the conservative camps, forecast a noted political scientist yesterday (Jan.15).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317167-thaksin-would-prefer-anutin-over-own-daughter-for-next-pm-political-scientist/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 16 January 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317168-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-16-january-2024/

 

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Thai government contemplates extending humanitarian aid to Myanmar
by Mitch Connor 

 

Photo courtesy of Royal Thai Army

 

A military source has revealed that the Thai government is deliberating on extending widespread humanitarian aid to assist the vulnerable populations in Myanmar.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317170-thai-government-contemplates-extending-humanitarian-aid-to-myanmar/

 

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Cybercrime costs Thailand 6.76 billion baht in 70 days
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Cybercrime inflicted a devastating blow to Thailand’s economy with losses amounting to 6.76 billion baht (US$192 million) within a span of 70 days, as reported by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317172-cybercrime-costs-thailand-676-billion-baht-in-70-days/

 

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Thailand’s education system needs urgent overhaul to meet trade, investment demands
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo courtesy of Pattarapong Chatpattarasil

The pressing need for Thailand to expedite its educational development to match trade and investment needs has been highlighted by Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, director-general of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317174-thailand’s-education-system-needs-urgent-overhaul-to-meet-trade-investment-demands/

 

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Pattaya “Naklua Walk and Eat Festival” Concludes with Culinary Delights and Cultural Immersion
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: PRPATTAYA

The 15th annual “Naklua Walk and Eat Festival” came to a joyous close on January 14th, 2024, leaving behind a vibrant tapestry of cultural immersion, culinary delights, and community spirit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317175-pattaya-“naklua-walk-and-eat-festival”-concludes-with-culinary-delights-and-cultural-immersion/

 

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Phuket Serial Thief Arrested in Bangkok
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

A serial thief who allegedly stole from many places in Phuket, even including stealing from a Phuket prosecutor, was arrested in Bangkok just before the past weekend.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317176-phuket-serial-thief-arrested-in-bangkok/

 

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Tao Ngoi’s tortoise statue: Thailand’s new hotspot for lottery enthusiasts
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via sakon nakhon

 

The famed Tortoise Statue of Tao Ngoii has become a hot spot for lottery enthusiasts seeking lucky numbers after its landscape was revitalised.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317178-tao-ngoi’s-tortoise-statue-thailand’s-new-hotspot-for-lottery-enthusiasts/

 

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Royal Thai Navy honours Krom Luang Chumphon with tribute walk-run event
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via Navy.mil

 

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) yesterday staged an event titled Walk-Run in Tribute to His Royal Highness Krom Luang 100 Years Apakorn Day.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317179-royal-thai-navy-honours-krom-luang-chumphon-with-tribute-walk-run-event/

 

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Korean YouTubers’ visa status in Thailand under scrutiny
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of meijithita (TikTok)

Intrigue surrounds the visa status of popular Korean YouTubers, P’ Jung and Cullen, as a prominent lawyer’s query ignites discussions on their prolonged stay in Thailand. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317183-korean-youtubers’-visa-status-in-thailand-under-scrutiny/

 

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Thai woman exposes call centre scam gang, forcing sex services for freedom
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

A Thai woman filed a complaint against a Thai man who deceived her into working for a scam call centre in Cambodia and forced her into prostitution in exchange for her freedom. Her complaint led to the arrest of the deceptive Thai man and the rescue of two other victims.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317185-thai-woman-exposes-call-centre-scam-gang-forcing-sex-services-for-freedom/

 

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Orchid Palm Homes Cup IX set for January 28th

 

 

The Orchid Palm Homes Cup IX is set for January 28th at the Hua Hin International School. Six local teams will participate in the six a side tournament which is for Under 13s.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317187-orchid-palm-homes-cup-ix-set-for-january-28th/

 

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High-speed chase in Sisaket ends with seizure of 90,000 meth pills worth 600,000 baht
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of Khao Sod

In a dramatic turn of events, a high-speed chase unfolded as law enforcement pursued and arrested a man and woman, seizing 90,000 methamphetamine pills near Khao Phra Wihan National Park.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317188-high-speed-chase-in-sisaket-ends-with-seizure-of-90000-meth-pills-worth-600000-baht/

 

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Video: Is there any hope for Thai education?

 

 

VIDEO:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1317190-video-is-there-any-hope-for-thai-education/

 

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Thai hotel sector sees pre-pandemic level investment surge
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Thailand’s hotel sector is undergoing a resurgence in investment mirroring pre-pandemic levels, with the boost being propelled by an increase in hotel conversions and an uptick in bank lending, because of a hopeful tourism market. The information is according to C9 Hotelworks, a hospitality consultancy firm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1317192-thai-hotel-sector-sees-pre-pandemic-level-investment-surge/