THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 9 February 2024

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A Russian couple is hundreds of thousands of baht out of pocket after falling for a villa rental booking scam in Phuket.

 

Russians conned in 720,000 baht Phuket villa booking scamFull story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319416-russians-conned-in-720000-baht-phuket-villa-booking-scam/

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Phuket Tourist Police ตำรวจท่องเที่ยวภูเก็ต

 

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TAT working on details of extended Songkran celebrations

 

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will hold meetings next week with the Culture and Interior ministries, the private sector and other relevant agencies to discuss details of this year’s Songkran celebrations, which will last from April 1 until 21. Events and activities, their format, locations and the budget required will be on the agenda.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319267-three-weeks-of-songkran-celebrations-begin-april-1st/?do=findComment&comment=18679362

 

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Foreign Couple Spotted Allegedly Having Sex on Jomtien Beach, Netizens Enraged

 

 

A foreign couple was allegedly seen fornicating openly on Jomtien Beach. The indecent incident recently took place between Soi Jomtien 6-7 and was witnessed by several onlookers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319432-foreign-couple-spotted-allegedly-having-sex-on-jomtien-beach-netizens-enraged/

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Japanese Man Chased By Knife-Wielding Cabbie After Dispute Over Not Using The Meter
by TNR Staff

 

Pixelated image of the taxi driver and his vehicle which the Japanese man who was chased by him took. Credit: 3PlusNews

 

GOING VIRAL on Thai social media is an account by a Japanese man on having to run for his life from a knife-wielding taxi driver after a dispute over the latter not turning on the meter, TV Channel 3’s 3PlusNews said yesterday afternoon (Feb. 8).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319448-japanese-man-chased-by-knife-wielding-cabbie-after-dispute-over-not-using-the-meter/

 

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British Man Arrested For Allegedly Exchanging Counterfeit Money in Phuket
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A British man was arrested after he allegedly exchanged fake money at an exchange booth in Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319449-british-man-arrested-for-allegedly-exchanging-counterfeit-money-in-phuket/

 

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Two Overstaying Nigerians and a Thai Woman Arrested in Phuket Romance Scam, Cocaine Also Found
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – Two overstaying Nigerian men found possessing cocaine and a Thai woman were arrested in Thalang for alleged involvement in a romance scam.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319450-two-overstaying-nigerians-and-a-thai-woman-arrested-in-phuket-romance-scam/

 

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Immigration braces for surge in Chinese New Year arrivals in Thailand

By Peter Roche

 

Thailand’s Immigration Bureau is preparing for a surge in foreign arrivals over Chinese New Year, with particular attention being paid to the automatic biometrics kiosks at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319452-immigration-braces-for-surge-in-chinese-new-year-arrivals-in-thailand/

 

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Thai Airways responds to Chiang Mai Airport door incident
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thai Airways addressed a recent incident at Chiang Mai Airport where a Canadian passenger’s attempt to open an aircraft door while waiting for takeoff caused several flights to circle without being able to land. The disruption occurred yesterday (February 7), leading to temporary chaos as flights were unable to touch down at the airport.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319453-thai-airways-responds-to-chiang-mai-airport-door-incident/

 

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Misleading GPS directions left female driver stranded in Phetchabun (video)
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

A driver’s reliance on her GPS turned into an unexpected off-road adventure as she attempted to reach a coffee shop in Khao Kho, Phetchabun, resulting in the vehicle becoming stuck and necessitating assistance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319454-misleading-gps-directions-left-female-driver-stranded-in-phetchabun-video/

 

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13 year old boy falls to his death from 7th floor of school
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via SiamRath

 

A 13 year old boy tragically fell to his death from the seventh floor of a school building in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi province near Bangkok yesterday, February 7.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319455-13-year-old-boy-falls-to-his-death-from-7th-floor-of-school/

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Thai teacher’s ex-boyfriend surrenders after holding students hostage (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ พิชานน โอ โคตรสถาน

A Thai gunman surrendered to the police after holding students and his ex-girlfriend, who is a teacher, hostage at a school in the Isaan province of Mahasarakham. Fortunately, all students and teachers emerged unharmed from the incident.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319456-thai-teacher’s-ex-boyfriend-surrenders-after-holding-students-hostage-video/

 

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Japanese Ex-pat Allegedly Attacked by Yakuza Gang Seeks Legal Aid in Thailand
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bangkok—On February 7th, 2024, Mr. Ekkapop Laungprasert, the Advisor to the Minister of the Interior and the founder of the Sai Mai Tong Rot Facebook page, brought a Japanese victim who allegedly was physically attacked by a Japanese gang, resulting in a serious physical condition, to receive legal assistance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319457-japanese-ex-pat-allegedly-attacked-by-yakuza-gang-seeks-legal-aid-in-thailand/

 

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Pattaya Officials Conduct Inspections to Ensure Safety and Positive Image for Tourists
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — In a proactive move to ensure safety and maintain a positive image for tourists, Mr. Weekit Manarojkit, the district chief of Banglamung, conducted surprise inspections of entertainment venues in Pattaya on Wednesday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319458-pattaya-officials-conduct-inspections-to-ensure-safety-and-positive-image-for-tourists/

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Na Jomtien Pickup Truck-Golf Cart Collision Leaves Two Foreign Tourists Injured
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Sattahip —A collision between a pickup truck and a golf cart in Chonburi’s Sattahip district on Wednesday, February 7th, left two foreigners seriously injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319459-na-jomtien-pickup-truck-golf-cart-collision-leaves-two-foreign-tourists-injured/

 

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Further Privileges Anticipated For ‘Untouchable’ Thaksin After Release On Parole
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, left, and ex-Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong. Both photos: Thai Rath

 

DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be given further privileges even after he has been released on parole later this month, according to a former lawmaker.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319468-further-privileges-anticipated-for-‘untouchable’-thaksin-after-release-on-parole/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 9 February 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319470-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-9-february-2024/

 

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Hua Hin Red Cross Fair to be held from February 24 to March 4
By Online Reporter 

 

 

Hua Hin is gearing up for its annual philanthropic efforts, the “26th Red Cross Fair and Hua Hin District’s Best Products” event, slated to run from February 24 to March 4, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319471-hua-hin-red-cross-fair-to-be-held-from-february-24-to-march-4/

 

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13-year-old hero: Young organ donor saves lives after death in Hua Hin
By Online Reporter 

 

 

Doctors from Hua Hin Hospital and the Thai Red Cross Society have posthumously honoured a 13 year old patient for donating organs following his tragic death.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319472-13-year-old-hero-young-organ-donor-saves-lives-after-death-in-hua-hin/

 

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Elder man alleges Chon Buri police assault after family dispute
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod and Ch3

A 73 year old man, Jamras Dokmaiwhai, has brought to light a troubling incident involving Chon Buri police, claiming officers handcuffed and assaulted him in front of his daughter after a family dispute led to a report of physical assault against him.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319473-elder-man-alleges-chon-buri-police-assault-after-family-dispute/

 

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Sedan falls into pit on Bangkok’s Srongprapa Road, rescue underway
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A car has plunged into a construction pit in the Don Mueang district of Bangkok, sparking a flurry of online commentary and concern. The incident occurred on Srongprapa Road near the Don Mueang Technical College, close to the Ozone Market One.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319474-sedan-falls-into-pit-on-bangkok’s-srongprapa-road-rescue-underway/

 

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UPDATE: Patong Police Charge Chinese Tourist for False Theft Report

By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – A Chinese tourist was charged with reporting false information to law enforcement officers after lying about an alleged 20,000 Baht snatch-theft by a taxi motorcycle taxi rider in Patong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319478-update-patong-police-charge-chinese-tourist-for-false-theft-report/

 

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Mentally ill Thai man stabs woman on bus in Isaan (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ชุมชนข่าวขอนแก่น

A mentally ill Thai man stabbed a local woman he met on a coach bus in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen on February 6. The attacker’s mother revealed that her son had a mental illness but refused any treatment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319479-mentally-ill-thai-man-stabs-woman-on-bus-in-isaan-video/

 

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Van plunges into ravine on Chiang Mai-Pai route
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A passenger van on the Chiang Mai-Pai route lost control of his vehicle and veered off the road, plummeting approximately 15 metres into a ravine yesterday evening.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319486-van-plunges-into-ravine-on-chiang-mai-pai-route/

 

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Pheu Thai Party dismisses corruption concerns on 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation Thailand

 

The Pheu Thai Party dismissed a warning by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) concerning the government’s proposed 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319488-pheu-thai-party-dismisses-corruption-concerns-on-10000-baht-digital-wallet-scheme/

 

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Man opens plane door on Bangkok-bound flight - Tim Newton Today - Feb 9

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319489-man-opens-plane-door-on-bangkok-bound-flight-tim-newton-today-feb-9/

 

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Canadian man claims fear of criminal gang forced him to open plane door
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via MGR Online

 

The Canadian passenger, who attempted to open the door of a Thai Airways plane on February 7, claimed that he had to escape the aircraft because a criminal gang from Vietnam was after him. The foreign man was clean from drugs, and there was no mention of mental health issues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319494-canadian-man-claims-fear-of-criminal-gang-forced-him-to-open-plane-door/

 

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Srettha wishes for prosperous year for Thai-Chinese relationship

 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin delivered his Chinese New Year message today, wishing a prosperous year for the relationship, trade and investment between Thailand and China and increased visits by the peoples of the two countries.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319508-srettha-wishes-for-prosperous-year-for-thai-chinese-relationship/

 

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Thai politicians express best wishes for Thais on Lunar New Year

 

 

This Lunar New Year, many high-profile politicians in Thailand are posting on social media to wish their followers a good and prosperous year of the Dragon. Thai PBS World compiles their messages for our readers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319509-thai-politicians-express-best-wishes-for-thais-on-lunar-new-year/

 

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Hundreds of firefighters tackling fires in western forest complex

 

 

About 250 firefighters have been deployed by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to prevent fires in the western forest complex from spreading. So far, 1,600 hectares of forest have been damaged as the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) issues warnings of the threat of forest fires in nine provinces.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319510-hundreds-of-firefighters-tackling-fires-in-western-forest-complex/

 

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PM Highlights Drug Crisis in His Parliament Address

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - During the recent parliamentary session, the pressing issue of tackling the country's drug problem was highlighted. The concern has been equated to being as significant as the economic and education crises.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319511-pm-highlights-drug-crisis-in-his-parliament-address/