THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 15 February 2024

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A Thai woman took to social media to look for a foreign couple who saved her mother from drowning in the Chao Phraya River in the central province of Ayutthaya.

 

Thai woman seeks foreign couple who rescued her mother from Chao Phraya River

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319925-thai-woman-seeks-foreign-couple-who-rescued-her-mother-from-chao-phraya-river/

 

Photo via Facebook/ กรวิภา ทองนุ่ม

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Student network demands the facts on Thaksin’s true medical condition

 

 

The Network of Students and People for Reform of Thailand gathered today in front of the Police General Hospital, demanding that doctors reveal Thaksin Shinawatra’s actual medical condition.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319909-student-network-demands-the-facts-on-thaksin’s-true-medical-condition/

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No EM Ankle Bracelet For ‘Untouchable’ Thaksin
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra arriving in Thailand last August, above, and a file photo of him, Front Page. Top photo: Thai Rath

 

AN EM ANKLE BRACELET will definitely not be put on the “untouchable” de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict Thaksin Shinawatra during his parole, according to a senior government official.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319950-no-em-ankle-bracelet-for-‘untouchable’-thaksin/

 

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Body of Missing British Man Found after Kayak Accident in Surat Thani
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Surat Thani – A British tourist who had gone missing following a kayak accident at the Rajjaprabha Dam in the Baan Ta Khun district was tragically found dead.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319711-search-continues-for-british-man-missing-in-southern-thailand/?do=findComment&comment=18694813

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Public and private sectors asked to let staff work from home next 3 days

 

 

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have sought cooperation from both the public and private sectors in and around Bangkok by allowing their employees to work from home until this weekend, as air pollution has deteriorated to a health-threatening level.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319952-public-and-private-sectors-asked-to-let-staff-work-from-home-next-3-days/

 

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Thai Airways’ turbulence at Suvarnabhumi: Transport minister threatens contract termination
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Transport Minister Suriya Jungroongreangkit issued a warning to Thai Airways International (THAI) following a series of complaints about subpar ground services at Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319953-thai-airways’-turbulence-at-suvarnabhumi-transport-minister-threatens-contract-termination/

 

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Thai Airways confirms mega aircraft deal with Boeing
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Thai Airways International made headlines by sealing a monumental deal with Boeing, announcing an order for at least 45 aircraft.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319954-thai-airways-confirms-mega-aircraft-deal-with-boeing/

 

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Brave Rescuer Intervenes in Teenage Knife Confrontation

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

At 5:30 PM on February 14th, 67, Mr. Winai Khiawsaad, a volunteer of the Cooperative Association, revealed a video clip of an incident involving two groups of teenagers on motorcycles chasing each other. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319957-brave-rescuer-intervenes-in-teenage-knife-confrontation/

 

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Thai teacher accused of ignoring sick student, leading to his death
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Facebook/ เริ่มมม ใหม่

A Thai mother accused a teacher at a school in the central province of Pathum Thani of ignoring her six year old son who was having a seizure, leading to the boy’s death.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319960-thai-teacher-accused-of-ignoring-sick-student-leading-to-his-death/

 

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Pattaya Gears Up for 11th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — Pattaya City is gearing up for its 11th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, aiming to boost tourism and foster community spirit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319961-pattaya-gears-up-for-11th-annual-st-patrick’s-day-parade/

 

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Sedan Driver Injured, Passenger Killed in Chonburi Bypass Accident
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Chonburi — A car accident claimed one life and left another seriously injured on the Chonburi bypass bridge Tuesday, February 13th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319962-sedan-driver-injured-passenger-killed-in-chonburi-bypass-accident/

 

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Fire Damages Communication Cables Near Sri Racha Hospital
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Sri Racha — A fire erupted on an electricity pole near the Somdet Borommaratchadewi Sri Racha Hospital on February 14th, causing damage to communication cables and disrupting services in the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319963-fire-damages-communication-cables-near-sri-racha-hospital/

 

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Thai Police Launch Raid on Factory Suspected of Illegally Producing Kratom-Laced Soda Beverages in Nonthaburi
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Nonthaburi—On February 14th, 2024, Thai authorities, including officials from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other relevant agencies, initiated a search operation, targeting a factory suspected of illegally manufacturing over 30,000 bottles of soda beverages containing kratom in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319964-police-launch-raid-on-factory-suspected-of-illegally-producing-kratom-laced-soda-beverages/

 

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Lion Cub Found at Café in Rassada, Seized by Authorities
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Rassada – An unlicensed lion cub found at a café in Rassada belongs to a Chinese national, say Thai police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319965-lion-cub-found-at-café-in-rassada-seized-by-authorities/

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 15 February 2024

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319967-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-15-february-2024/

 

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SCB and KogoPAY introduce cross-border QR code payments for British and European tourists
By Techsauce Team

 

 

Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) and mobile payment startup and digital wallet provider KogoPAY recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to offer QR code payment and ATM withdrawal services for the convenience of British and European tourists visiting Thailand. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319968-scb-and-kogopay-introduce-cross-border-qr-code-payments-for-british-and-european-tourists/

 

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Baht falls to three-month low as US inflation delays expected rate cut
by Alex Morgan 

 

Picture courtesy of Kaohoon

 

The baht, Thailand’s currency, hit a three-month low against the US dollar yesterday, February 14, slipping below 36 to the dollar.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319969-baht-falls-to-three-month-low-as-us-inflation-delays-expected-rate-cut/

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Military and vets save giant python in Thailand after dog attack
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A giant python named Boonrod was saved from a near-fatal dog bite by military personnel in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, and required urgent veterinary care, including sterilisation, before being returned to the wild.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319971-military-and-vets-save-giant-python-in-thailand-after-dog-attack/

 

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ONCB considers dropping methamphetamine pill limit to three
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Thairath

 

The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) is contemplating a reduction in the permissible limit of methamphetamine pills from five to three. This proposal is in response to the substantial criticism received for the five-pill cap, enforced by the Ministry of Public Health since February 9.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319972-oncb-considers-dropping-methamphetamine-pill-limit-to-three/

 

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Thailand and Cambodia discuss joint petroleum exploration in Gulf
by Alex Morgan 

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Thailand and Cambodian counterpart Hun Manet have instigated discussions about the potential for joint petroleum exploration and production in the Gulf of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319973-thailand-and-cambodia-discuss-joint-petroleum-exploration-in-gulf/

 

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Thailand PM drives tourism growth, targets 35 million visitors
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently underscored the significance of tourism collaboration to elevate Thailand’s travel industry. The announcement comes on the heels of Maya Bay in Krabi province being named the third-best beach in the world by Lonely Planet, a testament to the country’s natural beauty.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319974-thailand-pm-drives-tourism-growth-targets-35-million-visitors/

 

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Update on COVID-19 in Thailand: 7 February 2024

 

We have now entered our 5th year since the first recognition of COVID-19. Overall, to date, 774 million cases and 7 million deaths due to this infection have been reported worldwide.  Although we are past the worst phase of the pandemic, COVID-19 has not gone away.

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319976-update-on-covid-19-in-thailand-7-february-2024/

 

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Bangkok retail hotspots top land value at 3.75 million baht per sq wah
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Bangkok’s prime retail locations, including Siam Square, Chidlom, and Ploenchit, retain their position as the city’s most expensive land areas, with prices reflecting the lucrative nature of the retail business compared to other commercial ventures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319985-bangkok-retail-hotspots-top-land-value-at-375-million-baht-per-sq-wah/

 

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Government tourist insurance, slow reaction to pot shock - Tim Newton Today - Feb 15
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319987-government-tourist-insurance-slow-reaction-to-pot-shock-tim-newton-today-feb-15/

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Exploited Thai workers: Debt, deception, and the dark side of berry picking in Europe

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

In the past 18 years, over 110,000 Thai workers embarked on a gruelling journey to Europe, enticed by the promise of lucrative pay in berry fields, yet behind the allure lies a sinister reality of exploitation, debt bondage, and shattered dreams.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319996-exploited-thai-workers-debt-deception-and-the-dark-side-of-berry-picking-in-europe/

 

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New Govt Tourist Insurance to Cover Deaths and Accidents

 

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Thailand's New Insurance Plan for Tourists

 

Thailand wants to make sure foreign tourists feel safe when they visit. The government has set aside money to help tourists who are hurt or who die in accidents while visiting the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319998-new-govt-tourist-insurance-to-cover-deaths-and-accidents/

 

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Is Thailand’s love-hate relationship with legal cannabis coming to an end?
 

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Cannabis has soared in popularity among Thais since being removed from the narcotics list two years ago and launched into an almost unregulated market.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320003-is-thailand’s-love-hate-relationship-with-legal-cannabis-coming-to-an-end/

 

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Nonthaburi woman saved from abuse after son’s accidental call to police
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A two-day ordeal of domestic abuse in Nonthaburi ended with police intervention after a 13 year old boy mistakenly dialled the emergency number while seeking medical help for his mother. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320004-nonthaburi-woman-saved-from-abuse-after-son’s-accidental-call-to-police/

 

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Corrections officials to meet Thaksin as he leaves Police General Hospital

 

File photo : Thaksin Shinawtra

 

Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be handed over to officials from the Corrections Department when he is discharged from the Police General Hospital, tentatively this Sunday, said Pol Col Sirikul Srisa-nga, spokesperson for the hospital.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320026-corrections-officials-to-meet-thaksin-as-he-leaves-police-general-hospital/

 

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Opposition leader demands evidence from Chada over alleged involvement with Taluwang group

 

 

Opposition and Move Forward Party leader Chaithawat Tulathon has demanded that a deputy Interior Minister provide evidence to support the claim that Move Forward is involved with monarchy reform activists.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320027-opposition-leader-demands-evidence-from-chada-over-alleged-involvement-with-taluwang-group/