THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 26 February 2024

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Bangkok breathes easier as PM2.5 levels fall but rise looms in the north
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Panumet Tanraksa

 

The upcoming week brings a breath of fresh air for Bangkok locals as levels of harmful PM2.5 pollutants, ultra-fine particulars, are expected to decrease.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320851-bangkok-breathes-easier-as-pm25-levels-fall-but-rise-looms-in-the-north/

 

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Unlocking borders: Thailand and China enter ‘visa-free era’ for tourists

By Thai PBS World’s General Desk

 

Chinese tourists in Thai traditiona (Temple of Dawn).

For the first time since the two countries established modern-day diplomatic ties almost 50 years ago, Thai tourists will be allowed visa-free entry to China from March 1.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320853-unlocking-borders-thailand-and-china-enter-‘visa-free-era’-for-tourists/

 

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Ancient painting discovered by rangers in Nam Phong National Park
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Hin Chang Si Protection Unit

 

Rangers in Nam Phong National Park, Nong Ruea district, Khon Kaen stumbled upon an ancient painting whilst combating local forest fires.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320856-ancient-painting-discovered-by-rangers-in-nam-phong-national-park/

 

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Thai border skirmishes, Airlines warned against price-gouging - Tim Newton Today - Feb 26
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320857-thai-border-skirmishes-airlines-warned-against-price-gouging-tim-newton-today-feb-26/

 

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New agricultural land reform policy to implement buffer zones
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Government House

 

Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Thamanat Prompow is set to propose a new agricultural land reform policy tomorrow.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320858-new-agricultural-land-reform-policy-to-implement-buffer-zones/

 

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Cobra Gold military exercise introduces Muay Thai training for first time
by Mitch Connor 

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Cobra Gold, the annual joint military exercise, kicks off today, and for the first time, it will feature Muay Thai training as an essential component.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320859-cobra-gold-military-exercise-introduces-muay-thai-training-for-first-time/

 

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Thaksin Shinawatra’s return stirs interest in Thailand’s economic policy
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo by Sakchai Lalit via AP

 

The former prime minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, is back in the political limelight following his release on parole. His return to his Ban Chan Song La residence in Bangkok, which previously served as his command centre during his time in office, has sparked interest from the business sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320860-thaksin-shinawatra’s-return-stirs-interest-in-thailand’s-economic-policy/

 

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Thai-US navies continue search of HTMS Sukhothai wreck today
 

Photo : Royal Thai Navy’s Facebook page

The Thai and US navies are entering the fifth day of their joint operation to search for the remains of five crew members missing from sunken HTMS Sukhothai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320872-thai-us-navies-continue-search-of-htms-sukhothai-wreck-today/

 

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Family seeks refuge from loan shark at Nonthaburi bus stop
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A family in Nonthaburi province found refuge at a bus stop after fleeing their home due to threats from a loan shark who demanded daily interest payments. The incident took place yesterday at 8pm, on February 25, when the family, lacking the funds to meet the exorbitant interest demands, feared for their safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320874-family-seeks-refuge-from-loan-shark-at-nonthaburi-bus-stop/

 

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Credit Bureau sounds alarm over 610 billion baht in housing loans in default

 

 

The National Credit Bureau has raised the alarm over the prospect of about 610 billion baht in housing loans becoming bad debts, as it urges the government to come to the rescue of the debtors expeditiously.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320896-credit-bureau-sounds-alarm-over-610-billion-baht-in-housing-loans-in-default/

 

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Thailand and Brazil Resolve WTO Sugar Subsidy Dispute

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand and Brazil have resolved a longstanding dispute at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) regarding the Thai government's subsidies to sugarcane farmers, which Brazil claimed violated WTO subsidy rules. The agreement, marking the end of an eight-year contention, was signed in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, during the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference held from February 26 to 29.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320898-thailand-and-brazil-resolve-wto-sugar-subsidy-dispute/

 

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Panida Khueanjinda Crowned Miss Thailand 2024

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Chiang Mai native Panida Khueanjinda has been crowned Miss Thailand 2024, emerging victorious among 34 contestants in the competition held at MCC Hall, The Mall Ngamwongwan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320899-panida-khueanjinda-crowned-miss-thailand-2024/

 

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Patty Tavatanakit Wins Honda LPGA Thailand

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Patty Tavatanakit claimed a memorable victory at the Honda LPGA Thailand on Sunday (Feb 25), delighting fans at the Siam Country Club Old Course in Pattaya. The 24-year-old from Bangkok triumphed with a remarkable final round of 67, finishing 21 under par for a narrow one-stroke win.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320900-patty-tavatanakit-wins-honda-lpga-thailand/

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Thailand Considers 2nd Minimum Wage Hike This Year

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The tripartite wage committee is currently reassessing the factors that determine the daily minimum wage in Thailand, prompted by a government push for an increase - the second one proposed this year. The Employers' Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai) highlighted this development amid discussions for a wage adjustment expected to be implemented in May.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320901-thailand-considers-2nd-minimum-wage-hike-this-year/

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Woman claiming squatter’s rights over neighbour’s house commits suicide

 

 

A woman, identified only as “Panumat”, has hanged herself in the bathroom of a house in Bangkok’s Ram Inthra area, where she claimed ownership through adverse possession (squatter’s rights).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320902-woman-claiming-squatter’s-rights-over-neighbour’s-house-commits-suicide/

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Students and alumni of Uthenthawai institute to protest against campus relocation

 

 

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovations and the Industrial Works Department have advised their staff to work from home on Tuesday, to prevent a potential confrontation with students and alumni of the Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok, Uthenthawai campus.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320903-students-and-alumni-of-uthenthawai-institute-to-protest-against-campus-relocation/

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NACC Alerts Investors to Risks of Gratuity Offerings as Potential Bribery

 

 

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2024 – The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has issued a formal advisory to both local and international investors regarding the practice of offering gratuities to government officials, which may constitute bribery and is subject to legal penalties under the latest anti-corruption regulations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320904-nacc-alerts-investors-to-risks-of-gratuity-offerings-as-potential-bribery/

 

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Locals complain about black, foul smelling wastewater at Phuket’s Bang Tao Beach

 

PHOTO: MGR Online

 

Last week Kamala Beach. Now it’s Bang Tao Beach. And all the same excuses from officials.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320905-locals-complain-about-black-foul-smelling-wastewater-at-phuket’s-bang-tao-beach/

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Elderly Swiss cyclist killed in hit-and-run in Sattahip district

 

Photo courtesy of Thai News

 

A 73 year old Swiss cyclist, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident on Sukhumvit Road, in the Sattahip district of Chon Buri, late on Sunday night.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320906-elderly-swiss-cyclist-killed-in-hit-and-run-in-sattahip-district/

 

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Thai police officer fatally stabs man outside education centre

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a tragic turn of events, police officer Chawanil Jindamanee, stationed at Cha-uat Police Station in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, committed a heinous crime using a knife to fatally wound 51 year old Wichitra, and seriously injured 69 year old Prapha. The incident took place outside of a non-formal education centre in Cha-uat district on February 24.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320907-thai-police-officer-fatally-stabs-man-outside-education-centre/

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SRT agrees changes to design of Thai-Chinese high-speed train project

 

 

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has agreed to adjust the design of a section of the Thai-Chinese high-speed train project, in response to complaints from people in Nakhon Ratchasima province. The changes will result in additional construction costs and further delays in the project of at least two years.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320912-srt-agrees-changes-to-design-of-thai-chinese-high-speed-train-project/

 

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Draft decree signed exempting those who surrender unregistered firearms from legal action

 

 

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signed a draft Executive Decree, exempting owners of illegal firearms, who surrender them to the authorities within a specific timeframe, from legal action.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320913-draft-decree-signed-exempting-those-who-surrender-unregistered-firearms-from-legal-action/

 

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Japanese National Found Dead After Fall from Sri Racha Condominium

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

 

A naked Japanese man was discovered deceased on Monday, February 26th, following a fall from a condominium building in Sri Racha, Chonburi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320914-japanese-national-found-dead-after-fall-from-sri-racha-condominium/

 

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