THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 26 February 2024

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A Moroccan national was arrested for the murder of an Austrian DJ on Koh Pha-ngan. The suspect, 37 year old Anas Rakib stands accused in connection with the brutal murder of Austrian DJ Max Hartl in Surat Thani province.

 

Moroccan arrested for murder of Austrian DJ on Koh Pha-ngan

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal | Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320796-moroccan-arrested-for-murder-of-austrian-dj-on-koh-pha-ngan/

 

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 Power Bank Explosion Causes Panic on AirAsia Flight

Terrifying moment power bank explodes on plane - sending flames and smoke through cabin and sparking mid-air passenger panic on AirAsia flight in Thailand
By GINA KALSI

 

Those onboard rushed out of their seats and flocked to the other side of the aircraft, with some clutching their children

This is the terrifying moment a power bank exploded on an AirAsia flight mid-air, sending passengers into panic. The plane was flying from Bangkok to Nakhon Si Thammarat in the south of the country when flames and smoke were seen.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320816-power-bank-explosion-causes-panic-on-airasia-flight/

 

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Thaksin to have significant role in Pheu Thai ruling party – Poll

 

In an opinion poll, released today, most respondents (50.38%) say they believe that former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, now on parole, will have advisory political roles in the Pheu Thai party and 26% anticipate that this will significantly reduce the party’s popularity.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320817-thaksin-to-have-significant-role-in-pheu-thai-ruling-party-–-poll/

 

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PM visits Thaksin at home in his Ban Chan Song La residence

 

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin paid a private visit to former prime minister and prison parolee Thaksin Shinawatra at his Ban Chan Song La residence in Thonburi on Saturday morning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320818-pm-visits-thaksin-at-home-in-his-ban-chan-song-la-residence/

 

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Paetongtarn To Visit Phnom Penh Next Month
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

A photo published by Khmer Times showing former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen, left, and Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra, right, with the letter she sent accepting his invitation to visit Cambodia in between.

 

PHEU THAI LEADER PAETONGTARN Shinawatra has accepted an invitation from former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen to pay an informal visit to Phnom Penh next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320819-paetongtarn-to-visit-phnom-penh-next-month/

 

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Most People Disagree To Parole Granted To Thaksin: NIDA Poll
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

File photos of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Credit: Thai Rath

 

MOST PEOPLE DISAGREE TO the granting of parole for de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict Thaksin Shinawatra last week, says the NIDA Poll today (Feb.25).

 

FFull story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320820-most-people-disagree-to-parole-granted-to-thaksin-nida-poll/

 

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Chiang Mai Forest Fire Spreading Fiercely After Raging For 2 Days
by TNR Staff 

 

The forest fire raging at Chiang Mai’s  Ob Luang National Park. Photo: TV Channel 7

 

A HUGE forest fire at Chiang Mai’s Ob Luang National Park is spreading widely after officials failed to extinguish it for two days due to difficult access with villagers who secretly started small fires to gather forest products to blame, TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320821-chiang-mai-forest-fire-spreading-fiercely-after-raging-for-2-days/

 

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More incentives for growers not to burn sugarcane before harvesting

 

 

Thailand’s Cane and Sugar Board will propose that the government increases the incentives for sugarcane growers not to burn it before harvesting.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320822-more-incentives-for-growers-not-to-burn-sugarcane-before-harvesting/

 

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Betong tourism association pushes for airport runway extension
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of ThaiPost

 

The Betong District Tourism Association is pressing for an extension of the runway at Betong International Airport. The expansion is integral to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s tourism enhancement agenda. The longer runway is anticipated to allow larger aircraft to land, subsequently increasing the influx of tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320823-betong-tourism-association-pushes-for-airport-runway-extension/

 

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Police officer’s knife attack in South Thailand leaves one dead
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A police officer went on a frenzied rampage in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, leaving an elderly woman fatally stabbed and another seriously injured. The incident occurred yesterday, February 24, when the officer, reportedly suffering a mental breakdown, charged out of a police flat, kicked over a motorcycle carrying two women, and attacked them with a knife.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320824-police-officer’s-knife-attack-in-south-thailand-leaves-one-dead/

 

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High-profile online gambling case sees 8 police officers reassigned
by Mitch Connor 

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin TV

 

A high-profile online gambling case involving Suchanun Minnie Sucharitchinsri has led to the temporary reassignment of eight linked officers. National Police Chief Torsak Sukvimol sanctioned the move to prevent any potential interference with the ongoing investigation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320826-high-profile-online-gambling-case-sees-8-police-officers-reassigned/

 

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Tragic three-car crash in Chon Buri kills two, injures five
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A catastrophic collision involving three vehicles in Chon Buri province claimed the lives of two individuals and left five seriously injured in the early hours of today, February 25.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320827-tragic-three-car-crash-in-chon-buri-kills-two-injures-five/

 

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Thai businesswoman forgives debts, returns land in Chumphon
by Samantha Rose

 

Picture courtesy of Sanook

 

A Thai businesswoman captured hearts by forgiving debts and returning land titles to two of her debtors without demanding repayment. A 37 year old woman has demonstrated an extraordinary act of kindness in Chumphon province, amidst the financial struggles brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320828-thai-businesswoman-forgives-debts-returns-land-in-chumphon/

 

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Thai Prime Minister’s Surprise Airport Inspection Unveils Slow Services, Vows Improvement
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

On February 24th, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin posted a message on X regarding an unofficial evening visit to Suvarnabhumi Airport without prior announcements to inspect airport services.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320829-thai-prime-minister’s-surprise-airport-inspection-unveils-slow-services-vows-improvement/

 

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Honest Pattaya Man Returns Lost Wallet
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya — A Thai man in Pattaya returned a lost wallet containing cash and personal documents to the Pattaya police on Saturday, February 24th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320830-honest-pattaya-man-returns-lost-wallet/

 

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Drunk Man Jumps in Front of Train in Pattaya, Suffers Minor Injuries
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — A train driver in Pattaya narrowly avoided colliding with a drunk pedestrian on the tracks early Sunday morning, resulting in minor injuries for the individual.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320831-drunk-man-jumps-in-front-of-train-in-pattaya-suffers-minor-injuries/

 

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No Foreign Mafia in Phuket, says Phuket Governor
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket –The Phuket governor has confirmed, according to him, that there is no foreign mafia in Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320832-no-foreign-mafia-in-phuket-says-phuket-governor/

 

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Filipino DJ Killed in Tragic Motorbike Collision with Electric Pole in Patong
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Patong—At 4:06 AM, on February 25th, 2024, Patong police officers received a fatal accident report of a Filipino DJ on a motorbike colliding with an electric pole in front of Aspery Hotel on Patong Beach Road, Kathu, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320833-filipino-dj-killed-in-tragic-motorbike-collision-with-electric-pole-in-patong/

 

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Newborn rescued from bag in Nakhon Ratchasima cornfield
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A solar panel installer made a startling discovery of an infant’s hand protruding from a bag, leading to the rescue of an abandoned newborn in a cornfield hut in Nakhon Ratchasima province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320834-newborn-rescued-from-bag-in-nakhon-ratchasima-cornfield/

 

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Thailand Adjusts Excise Taxes on Local Liquor to Boost Tourism, Mixed Reactions from Industry
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

On February 23rd, 2024, Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, the Director General of the Excise Department, publicly announced the adjustment of excise taxes and duties structures on local liquor effective on February 23rd to promote Thailand as a central hub for tourism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320835-thailand-adjusts-excise-taxes-on-local-liquor-to-boost-tourism/

 

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Bangkok Airways Reports Stellar Growth in 2023, Credits Chinese Visa Exemption and Strategic Moves

By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

On February 24th, 2024, Mr. Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, the President of Bangkok Airways Public Co., Ltd., publicly revealed a continuous recovery rate of the aviation industry in the 4th quarter of 2023, as a result of Chinese visa exemptions and long holidays.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320836-bangkok-airways-reports-stellar-growth-in-2023-credits-chinese-visa-exemption/

 

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7-Eleven in Thailand Reports Record Income of 399 Billion Baht in 2023, Announces Expansion Plans for 700 Plus New Locations
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

On February 23rd, 2024, CP All Plc., publicly revealed business profit results for 2023 for Seven-Eleven in which the convenience stores had an overall income of 399 billion baht, having a gross profit of 112 billion baht and increasing from the previous year by 16.1%.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320839-7-eleven-in-thailand-reports-record-income-of-399-billion-baht-in-2023/

 

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Don Mueang Reveals Conditions For Carrying Spare Batteries On Airplanes
by TNR Staff

 

Power banks being used. Photos: Thai Rath

 

AFTER a power bank exploded on a Thai AirAsia flight from Don Mueang Airport to Nakhon Si Thammarat yesterday (Feb. 24) and fortunately none of the 186 passengers and crew were harmed with the airplane landing safely at the destination.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320840-don-mueang-reveals-conditions-for-carrying-spare-batteries-on-airplanes/

 

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Thailand-Kazakhstan to sign MoU on bilateral visa-free travel in April

 

 

Thailand and Kazakhstan are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in April to permanently exempt Thai and Kazakh citizens from requiring pre-travel visas for travel to each other’s country, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Jakkaphong Sangmanee.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320841-thailand-kazakhstan-to-sign-mou-on-bilateral-visa-free-travel-in-april/

 

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Thailand seeks German investment in electric vehicle industry
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Dailynews

 

Deputy Prime Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara announced on a recent official trip to Germany, the Thai government’s intention to attract German automobile manufacturers to invest in Thailand’s burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) industry.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320842-thailand-seeks-german-investment-in-electric-vehicle-industry/

 

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Will Sethaput meet the fate of BOT governors defying the government?
By Thai PBS World’s Business Desk

 

File photo : Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput //Reuters

Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput is yielding no ground in his face-off with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over the central bank’s interest rate policy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320844-will-sethaput-meet-the-fate-of-bot-governors-defying-the-government/

 

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Fatal motorcycle crash in Samut Songkhram leaves one dead, another in coma
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Tragedy struck as two young men’s night ride on a motorcycle ended in a fatal crash. A 22 year old lost his life when the bike skidded off a dark, curve-ridden road in Samut Songkhram province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320847-fatal-motorcycle-crash-in-samut-songkhram-leaves-one-dead-another-in-coma/

 

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Brake failure causes deadly crash at Yala wedding procession
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A tragic accident occurred yesterday at noon when a chartered bus, part of a wedding procession, suffered brake failure and crashed into a house, killing one person and injuring 22 others, four critically, in Yala province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320849-brake-failure-causes-deadly-crash-at-yala-wedding-procession/

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Monday 26 February 2024

 

 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1320850-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-monday-26-february-2024/

 

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Srettha orders improvement of immigration control at Suvarnabhumi airport
by Mitch Connor 

 

Photo courtesy of Srettha Thavisin (X)

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered improvements to the immigration control services at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, citing concerns over long queues and excessive waiting times.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320829-thai-prime-minister’s-surprise-airport-inspection-unveils-slow-services-vows-improvement/?do=findComment&comment=18721303