Saksayam Chidchob: Will share concealment verdict halt political comeback king?
 

File photo : Saksayam Chidchob

While a court case ousted Saksayam Chidchob as transport minister in the previous government, his formidable political networking skills mean there’s a good chance he will return to power.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318006-saksayam-chidchob-will-share-concealment-verdict-halt-political-comeback-king/

 

Wild Elephant Fatally Attacks Monk in Kanchanaburi Forest Reserve

 

 

KANCHANABURI, Jan 25 (TNA) – A monk was found dead in the protected national forest area after being attacked by a wild elephant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318007-wild-elephant-fatally-attacks-monk-in-kanchanaburi-forest-reserve/

 

Pattaya’s traffic nightmare: Deputy mayor tackles commute delays
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

In a bid to combat the chaos caused by the never-ending construction along Sukhumvit Road, Pattaya, Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai took matters into his own hands, leading a team on a mission to bring relief to frustrated commuters.

 

Full syory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318009-pattaya’s-traffic-nightmare-deputy-mayor-tackles-commute-delays/

 

UPDATE: Thai Woman Unveiled as Real Owner of Lion Cub in Pattaya, Now Facing Legal Charges
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — Officials and veterinarians from the Office of Conservation Area 2 (Sri Racha) visited the actual owner of a lion cub, which was spotted sitting in an open-top Bentley driven by a foreigner around Pattaya earlier this week.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318012-update-thai-woman-unveiled-as-real-owner-of-lion-cub-in-pattaya-now-facing-legal-charges/

 

iTV does not owe ฿2.8Bn in unpaid concession fees – Supreme Court

 

 

The Supreme Administrative Court upheld the ruling of the Administrative Court today, dismissing the lawsuit, filed by the secretariat of the Prime Minister’s Office, demanding 2.8 billion baht in unpaid concession fees from the iTV Public Company, a unit of Shin Corp, as part of their joint agreement to operate a television station using the UHF spectrum.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318024-itv-does-not-owe-฿28bn-in-unpaid-concession-fees-–-supreme-court/

 

German president begins official visit to Thailand

 

 

Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier began his official visit to Thailand today, at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, who hosted a welcoming ceremony at Government House, which included an inspection of a Guard of Honour.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318025-german-president-begins-official-visit-to-thailand/

 

Thai Fiscal Policy Office forecasts 2.8% GDP growth this year

 

 

Thailand’s economic growth this year is expected to be about 2.8%, largely due to increasing exports and tourism. This compares favourably against 1.8% GDP growth last year, according to Pornchai Theeravet, director-general of the Fiscal Policy Office and spokesman for the Finance Ministry.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318027-thai-fiscal-policy-office-forecasts-28-gdp-growth-this-year/

 

Baan Tham Suea: a tranquil retreat near Bangkok

 

 

Just a leisurely two-hour drive south of bustling Bangkok lies a hidden gem offering respite from urban chaos. Baan Tham Suea, or Tiger Cave Village, is the perfect haven for those seeking to escape the city’s gridlocks and enjoy rewilded green spaces, the rustic beauty of Thailand’s countryside, the scenic Phetchaburi River, a vibrant weekend farmer’s market, and a plethora of activities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318029-baan-tham-suea-a-tranquil-retreat-near-bangkok/

“Curve of Secrets” scuba diving attraction unveiled in Trang

 

 

Trang province has introduced an underwater attraction for SCUBA divers, called the “Curve of Secrets” at Waen Island, where visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the rare and untouched beauty beneath the waves of the Andaman Sea.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318031-“curve-of-secrets”-scuba-diving-attraction-unveiled-in-trang/

 

DPM Phumtham Discusses 10,000-Baht Digital Wallet Stipend

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, Phumtham Wechayachai, stated that it is currently unclear whether the funding for the digital wallet program will be issued under a regular decree or an emergency decree.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318035-dpm-phumtham-discusses-10000-baht-digital-wallet-stipend/

 

Suriya mulls assistance fund for people affected by Land Bridge project

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government’s Land Bridge proposal has seen both positive and negative responses as the government will make it a requirement for the project to provide assistance and compensation to those impacted by this new infrastructure.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318036-suriya-mulls-assistance-fund-for-people-affected-by-land-bridge-project/

 

Thailand, Germany Looks to Enhance Strategic Partnerships

 

 

BANGKOK, Jan 25 (REUTERS) – Thailand and Germany agreed to elevate the level of strategic partnership between the two countries, Thai prime minister Srettha Thavisin said on Thursday (January 25).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318038-thailand-germany-looks-to-enhance-strategic-partnerships/

Thai gold prices plummet, buyers encouraged to act

 

 

The Thai Gold Traders Association (GTA) disclosed a significant drop in gold prices, prompting those interested in purchasing to act quickly. The price of gold ornaments tumbled by 150 baht, comparing the closing price on January 24, which stood at 34,650 baht per baht-weight.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318039-thai-gold-prices-plummet-buyers-encouraged-to-act/

 

YouTubers Jung and Cullen grapple with overzealous fans in Thailand

 

 

Two popular YouTubers, Jung and Cullen, have become the darlings of Thailand, capturing the hearts of the nation with their endearing content and love for Thai culture. However, their rise to fame has not been without its challenges.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318040-youtubers-jung-and-cullen-grapple-with-overzealous-fans-in-thailand/

 

Billion-baht pyramid scam suspect nabbed after years on the run

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Law enforcement officials apprehended a key figure in a multibillion-baht pyramid scheme after more than a decade on the run. The wife of the owner of Ufun Store, accused of orchestrating a fraudulent chain-share operation that deceived thousands of people, was arrested in Sri Sa Ket province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318042-billion-baht-pyramid-scam-suspect-nabbed-after-years-on-the-run/

 

Unauthorized Cannabis Sellers Arrested in Pattaya

 

 

In a joint operation, Banglamung district officials, public health authorities, and Pattaya police cracked down on an illegal marijuana stall on Wednesday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318044-unauthorized-cannabis-sellers-arrested-in-pattaya/

 

Thai government to promote Koh Yao as a wellness destination

 

PHOTO: Flickr/P&H

 

There are plans to market Koh Yao, in the southern province of Phang Nga, as a wellness destination, according to the Thai health minister, Cholnan Srikaew. Koh Yao is made up of rate northern Koh Yao Noi and Koh Yao Yai, both in Phang Nga Bay between Phuket and Krabi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318046-thai-government-to-promote-koh-yao-as-a-wellness-destination/

 

Heroic Thai rescue worker saves baby elephant with CPR

 

Photo courtesy of canoe.com

 

In a heart-stopping moment caught on camera, an experienced Thai rescue worker saved a baby elephant by administering CPR at a roadside accident in the eastern province of Chanthaburi. A baby elephant, part of a wild pachyderm group, was struck by a motorcycle.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318047-heroic-thai-rescue-worker-saves-baby-elephant-with-cpr/

Thai millionaire allegedly murdered to settle 30 million baht debt

 

 

Police continue to investigate the death of a Thai millionaire in the central province of Chantaburi. The dead woman’s sister harbours suspicions that her sibling was murdered in connection to a 30 million baht debt settlement.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318048-thai-millionaire-allegedly-murdered-to-settle-30-million-baht-debt/

Pathum Thani police close in on teen gang after knife attack

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online

 

In a swift response to a brutal attack by a gang of youths in Pathum Thani, local police are intensifying their efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects. The incident involved a group of eight to nine teenagers forcing a young man to stop his motorcycle and subsequently attacking him with a knife, causing severe injuries.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318049-pathum-thani-police-close-in-on-teen-gang-after-knife-attack/

Homeless Thai man stabs woman over dispute 15 years ago

 

Photo via One 31

 

Bangkok police officers arrested a 74 year old Thai homeless man who stabbed a woman over a dispute they had some 15 years ago.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318057-homeless-thai-man-stabs-woman-over-dispute-15-years-ago/

 

Nonthaburi family alleges hospital’s negligence caused disability

 

PHOTO: via forbes

 

A family in Nonthaburi accused a well-known hospital in the Bang Yai area of providing substandard care, leading to permanent disability for a 57 year old mother. They claim that the hospital, which they visited under the country’s universal healthcare coverage, misdiagnosed the patient’s condition and delayed proper treatment.

 

Full Strory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318060-nonthaburi-family-alleges-hospital’s-negligence-caused-disability/

 

Cyber Police dismantle Phitsanulok fake officer scam costing victim 90,000 baht

 

PHOTO: via พลตระเวนข่าวสยาม

 

The Cyber Police recently busted an online fraud ring for impersonating police officers from Phitsanulok and scamming nearly 90,000 baht from a victim by claiming their bank account was involved in a money laundering case. The arrest of 27 year old Worapong was made today, following an investigation by high-ranking officers from the Special Investigation Division.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318061-cyber-police-dismantle-phitsanulok-fake-officer-scam-costing-victim-90000-baht/

 

Three people to be charged with owning a lion without a permit

 

 

The National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department will initiate legal action against two Thais, a Sri Lankan and a Ukrainian for being in possession of and moving a lion without a permit.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318064-three-people-to-be-charged-with-owning-a-lion-without-a-permit/

 

Two more ‘pet’ lions sighted in Pattaya

 

 

Residents of a housing estate in Pattaya have been seeking help, after their foreign neighbour purchased two lions as pets, one of which gets loose and wanders around the neighbourhood.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318065-two-more-‘pet’-lions-sighted-in-pattaya/

 

Pattaya Police Apprehend Young Suspect in Attempted Murder Case

 

 

Pattaya police arrested a 19-year-old Thai man for an attempted murder incident on Wednesday, January 24th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318066-pattaya-police-apprehend-young-suspect-in-attempted-murder-case/

 

My next destination is Government House : Pita

 

 

Former Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat told the media, on his first day back in parliament after six-month absence today, that his next destination is Government House.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318067-my-next-destination-is-government-house-pita/

 

Household debt this year expected to increase to 91.4% of GDP

 

 

Thailand’s household debt is expected to soar to 16.9 trillion baht, or 91.4% of GDP, by the end of this year, with the value of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the banking system estimated at about 152 billion baht, according to TMB Thanachart Analytics.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318068-household-debt-this-year-expected-to-increase-to-914-of-gdp/

 

Heavy Rain Triggers Floods in the South

 

 

PHATTHALUNG, Jan 25 (TNA) – Incessant heavy rainfall in the southern region has caused widespread flooding in several provinces.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318070-heavy-rain-triggers-floods-in-the-south/

 

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