THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 13 February 2024

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A 24 year old British man went missing yesterday while kayaking in a canal near the Rajjaprabha Dam, also known as the Cheow Lan Dam, in the southern province of Surat Thani.

 

Search continues for British man missing in southern Thailand
by Petch Petpailin

Photo via Facebook/ MGR Online ภาคใต้

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319711-search-continues-for-british-man-missing-in-southern-thailand/

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Five immigration officers jailed for 15 years each for extortion

 

 

Five immigration police officers were sentenced to 15 years in prison each today, after they were found guilty by the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases of extorting 10 million baht from a Chinese businessman in exchange for dropping a charge against him.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319726-five-immigration-officers-jailed-for-15-years-each-for-extortion/

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2 foreign men to face 10,000 fine for riding e-unicycles in Chiang Mai

 

Photo via Facebook/ กูรูเชียงใหม่ เรื่องเชียงใหม่กูรู้

 

Thai motorists demanded police take action against two foreign men riding electric unicycles, or e-unicycles, on a crowded road in the northern province of Chiang Mai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319741-2-foreign-men-to-face-10000-fine-for-riding-e-unicycles-in-chiang-mai/

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Thaksin’s opponents to petition justice minister to deny him parole

 

 

A group of opponents plans to submit a petition to Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong tomorrow at Government House, protesting against parole for convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319768-thaksin’s-opponents-to-petition-justice-minister-to-deny-him-parole/

 

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UPDATE:

 

British Tourist Missing After Kayak Accident

 

 

A British tourist has gone missing following a kayaking mishap at Rajjaprabha Dam in Surat Thani province. Officials said 24-year-old Gowribalan Shanghaman was reported to have fallen from his kayak into the waters of the dam early yesterday morning (Feb 11), sparking a search and rescue operation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319711-search-continues-for-british-man-missing-in-southern-thailand/?do=findComment&comment=18689804

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Move To Reduce Speed Limit On 40 Busy Bangkok Roads To 50km Per Hour
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Traffic jam in inner area of Bangkok. Photo: Sanook.com

 

THE SPEED LIMIT FOR automobiles running on 40 congested roads in Bangkok’s inner part has been proposed to be reduced from 80km to 50km per hour for pedestrian safety reasons.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319769-move-to-reduce-speed-limit-on-40-busy-bangkok-roads-to-50km-per-hour/

 

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Crane Overturns at Chonburi Construction Site, Injuring Driver
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Chonburi — A construction accident occurred at the Chonburi Provincial Administration Organization on Monday, with a crane weighing over 80 tons overturning and crushing a pickup truck.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319770-crane-overturns-at-chonburi-construction-site-injuring-driver/

 

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Thailand’s DES ministry to propose cell broadcast emergency system plan
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Ministry of Digital Economy and Society

A plan to introduce a cell broadcast emergency warning system will be submitted to the cabinet next month by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319777-thailand’s-des-ministry-to-propose-cell-broadcast-emergency-system-plan/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 13 February 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319778-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-13-february-2024/

 

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Thai economy needs more stimulus amidst global challenges, says K-Research
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research) has warned that the Thai economy requires additional government stimulus to boost domestic consumption amidst challenges such as global politics, China’s economic deceleration, and fluctuating currency rates.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319779-thai-economy-needs-more-stimulus-amidst-global-challenges-says-k-research/

 

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Thailand’s digital deficit weighs heavily on tech industry
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

The digital deficit in Thailand, estimated to be around 200 billion baht (US$5.56 billion) per year, is a major concern for tech industry leaders.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319784-thailand’s-digital-deficit-weighs-heavily-on-tech-industry/ 

 

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FTI urges protection for SMEs against surge of cheap Chinese imports
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is advocating for enhanced protection of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) against the surge of inexpensive Chinese products.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319787-fti-urges-protection-for-smes-against-surge-of-cheap-chinese-imports/

 

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Man arrested in Songkhla for illegal online sale of protected birds
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Thai authorities have arrested a 40 year old man for illegally selling protected wild birds online, claiming he needed the money for his child’s medical expenses.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319788-man-arrested-in-songkhla-for-illegal-online-sale-of-protected-birds/

 

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8 year old girl rescued after spending 2 days in Chon Buri cemetery (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via KomChadLuek

A Thai cemetery caretaker rescued an eight year old girl who spent two days in a graveyard in Chon Buri province after she was allegedly abused by her mother, prompting her to run away from home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319790-8-year-old-girl-rescued-after-spending-2-days-in-chon-buri-cemetery-video/

 

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Thai PM defends 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme amid criticism
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin (Facebook)

The implementation of the controversial 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme was defended yesterday by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319791-thai-pm-defends-10000-baht-digital-wallet-scheme-amid-criticism/

 

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'Honking' incident at a Royal motorcade sparks online chat - Tim Newton Today - Feb 13
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319792-honking-incident-at-a-royal-motorcade-sparks-online-chat-tim-newton-today-feb-13/

 

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Thailand Champions Gender Equality and Diversity
by Naark Rojanasuvan

 

The government is determined to promote the rights of all citizens to have equality. The administration also supports the cooperation of all sectors to move forward in creating a Thai society that is diverse and equal in terms of gender.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319793-thailand-champions-gender-equality-and-diversity/

 

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Royal Thai Air Force to open facilities and golf courses to public
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) decided to open select facilities and golf courses to the public under certain conditions, according to the commander-in-chief, ACM Punpakdee Pattanakul.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319794-royal-thai-air-force-to-open-facilities-and-golf-courses-to-public/

 

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South Thailand: Volunteer killed, four injured in Thai insurgent ambush
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World

In a tragic turn just days after peace negotiations resumed, a roadside explosion in the Janae district of Thailand’s Narathiwat province yesterday killed a defence volunteer and left four others with serious injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319795-south-thailand-volunteer-killed-four-injured-in-thai-insurgent-ambush/

 

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Thailand’s health ministry targets birth rate boost with new fertility strategies

by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

 

Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health is set to introduce strategies designed to encourage artificial insemination and support those who wish to become parents, encompassing the LGBTQ community as well. The drive is part of an initiative to increase the country’s birth rate.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319797-thailand’s-health-ministry-targets-birth-rate-boost-with-new-fertility-strategies/

 

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Digital love: 80% of Thais to swipe right on online Valentine’s gifts
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Lazada Philippines Facebook

According to a recent study conducted by the YouGov analysis institute, sponsored by Visa, the go-to name in digital payments, 80% of Thais will be ordering their Valentine’s Day treats from the comfort of their screens.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319799-digital-love-80-of-thais-to-swipe-right-on-online-valentine’s-gifts/

 

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Thailand to reassess recent reduction in meth penalties
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin affirmed yesterday that the government is open to reevaluating a recently announced policy which reduces penalties for individuals found with five or fewer methamphetamine pills.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319800-thailand-to-reassess-recent-reduction-in-meth-penalties/

 

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BMA proposes 50km/h speed limit on 40 roads in Bangkok
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is set to lodge a request with the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB), advocating for the imposition of a 50 kilometres-per-hour speed limit on 40 roads in central Bangkok and key residential areas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319769-move-to-reduce-speed-limit-on-40-busy-bangkok-roads-to-50km-per-hour/?do=findComment&comment=18690851

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Thaksin to walk free from prison on Sunday

 

 

Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be released this Sunday, as he is on the latest list of 930 prisoners granted parole, according to Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319821-thaksin-to-walk-free-from-prison-on-sunday/

 

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BLACKPINK singer Lisa to star as ‘White Lotus’ hits Thailand

 

Lisa, BLACKPINK

 

Singer Lisa of megastar K-pop girl group BLACKPINK will join the cast of “The White Lotus”, HBO said Tuesday, as the third season of the hit TV series moves to her homeland Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319822-blackpink-singer-lisa-to-star-as-‘white-lotus’-hits-thailand/

 

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Move over elephant pants, “Capybara pants” are here!

 

 

While Thai elephant pants have become a viral sensation, Khao Kheow Open Zoo, in Thailand’s Chonburi province, has introduced its new “capybara pants”, which are expected to go on sale in March.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319823-move-over-elephant-pants-“capybara-pants”-are-here/

 

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Thai netizens rally in support of Princess

 

 

A large number of Thai netizens have switched their Facebook covers and profile photos to include pictures of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and her favourite colour, purple, as a way of showing their support and respect for her. A trending emoji among Thai citizens on Facebook is a purple heart.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319824-thai-netizens-rally-in-support-of-princess/

 

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PM Announces Major Debt Resolution Success

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reported progress in the country's comprehensive debt resolution efforts, stating that more than 57% of debt mediation cases have been successfully resolved, leading to a reduction in total debt by over 670 million baht. The announcement was made during a press conference held yesterday (Feb 12) at the Santimaitri Building, Government House, with key government and police officials in attendance.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319827-pm-announces-major-debt-resolution-success/

 

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Govt to Address Oil Fund Losses Amid Subsidy Strain

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Energy Ministry is set to hold discussions this week regarding the substantial losses experienced by the state Oil Fuel Fund, attributed to oil and gas subsidy programs. Despite the financial challenges, the agency affirmed that the fund's situation is still manageable.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319828-govt-to-address-oil-fund-losses-amid-subsidy-strain/#google_vignette

 

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Cabinet Approves Extra Holiday for Songkran Festival

 

 

BANGKOK, Feb 13 (TNA) – The Cabinet has passed a resolution approving Friday, April 12, 2024, as an additional public holiday, creating a continuous holiday period of five days for Songkran Festival.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319829-cabinet-approves-extra-holiday-for-songkran-festival/