A CCTV camera caught a foreign man stealing a Thai flag from outside an office in Phuket. Thai netizens urged the police to take the case seriously as the Thai flag is highly respected by locals.

 

Foreign man caught on CCTV stealing Thai flag in Phuket

Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Hotnews

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321640-foreign-man-caught-on-cctv-stealing-thai-flag-in-phuket/

Lampang teacher under fire for broomstick beating of student

 

Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

A Lampang teacher faces severe backlash after using a broomstick to punish a fourth-grade student, resulting in a traumatic injury. The incident, reported last night, has led to a police complaint filed by the child’s distressed mother.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321634-lampang-teacher-under-fire-for-broomstick-beating-of-student/

Indian Man Survives Accidental Condo Fall in Pattaya
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — An Indian tourist accidentally fell from a condominium building in North Pattaya and meticulously survived.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321658-indian-man-survives-accidental-condo-fall-in-pattaya/

 

Pattaya Rescue Team Frees Russian Kid Trapped Under Gate
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — Pattaya rescue volunteers responded to a report of a child trapped under a fallen gate at 8:36 PM on March 4th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321659-pattaya-rescue-team-frees-russian-kid-trapped-under-gate/

 

Update: Villa owner’s violent act leads to demolition in beach assault scandal
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Following the assault scandal of Swiss national Urs Fehr, aka David, Phuket Peninsula Estate Co., owner of beachfront villa No. 23, took a startling step today, sending a backhoe to erase the encroaching structures, including the contentious stairway.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321660-update-villa-owner’s-violent-act-leads-to-demolition-in-beach-assault-scandal/

 

Huge street battle in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area between Thai and Filipino transsexuals being probed
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Scenes on Tuesday as Immigration Bureau police officers visited one hotel on Sukhumvit Road in connection with disturbances on Monday night and Tuesday morning. 

Authorities probe violent clashes in Sukhumvit. Filipino trans workers under scrutiny. Concerns over visa abuses and organised crime. Tourism Minister reassures that the impact will be minimal.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321661-huge-street-battle-between-thai-and-filipino-transsexuals-being-probed/

 

Yingluck Would Probably Return Home After August 22: Ex-MP
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Ex-Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong, left, and former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Pictures: Thai Rath

 

FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS of her brother/de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict on parole Thaksin Shinawatra, deposed prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra would probably return home from self-exile abroad and would literally be kept far from jail upon her planned homecoming, according to a former lawmaker.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321662-yingluck-would-probably-return-home-after-august-22-ex-mp/

 

New Zealand And Thailand Discussing Visa-Free Access
by TNR Staff

 

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin holding talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Laxon today, Mar. 5, 2024. Photo: Matichon

 

THAI Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon agreed at a meeting today (Mar. 5) that further discussions be held on visa-free access to the two countries, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321663-new-zealand-and-thailand-discussing-visa-free-access/

Indonesian Tourists Injured, Two Killed in Minivan Collision Near Pattaya
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — A tragic accident occurred yesterday afternoon on Highway 7, leading towards Pattaya, resulting in the deaths of two people and multiple injuries to Indonesian tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321664-indonesian-tourists-injured-two-killed-in-minivan-collision-near-pattaya/

 

British Airways reignites Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur routes
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Anna Zvereva via Aviation A2Z

 

British Airways (BA) is recommencing its connections with Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, adding fuel to the excitement of travellers eager to explore Asia once more.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321665-british-airways-reignites-bangkok-and-kuala-lumpur-routes/

 

Facebook-IG Outage Sends Online World into Chaos

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On March 5th, news outlets reported worldwide chaos online with hashtags #IGDown and #FacebookDown trending at number one. Around 10:30 PM, Facebook and Instagram suffered a major outage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321668-facebook-ig-outage-sends-online-world-into-chaos/

 

DSI grills teacher candidates over Khon Kaen exam scam
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of Thairath

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has initiated an extensive interrogation of candidates for assistant teacher positions at the Primary Educational Service Area Office 2 in Khon Kaen, following allegations of widespread exam fraud.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321672-dsi-grills-teacher-candidates-over-khon-kaen-exam-scam/

 

Swiss retiree’s brutal attack on Thai woman sparks outcry in Trang
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A shocking incident at a shopping mall in the city of Trang on March 5 left a 58 year old Thai woman, Natchanan Kikkham, with severe injuries after a violent altercation with a 60 year old Swiss national, Dieter Matthias Straumann. 25 year old Natchanan’s son, Kritpong Kikkham, is resolute in seeking justice for his mother, who is now hospitalised with a prognosis of at least one month’s recovery.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321674-swiss-retiree’s-brutal-attack-on-thai-woman-sparks-outcry-in-trang/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 6 March 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321677-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-6-march-2024/

Thailand urged to diversify agricultural exports to boost value
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A study by the Commerce Ministry urges agricultural businesses to widen their export markets to mitigate risk and boost the value of food products and processing. The advice follows findings that the majority of export-oriented agricultural goods are commodities or those with only rudimentary processing.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321679-thailand-urged-to-diversify-agricultural-exports-to-boost-value/

 

Who Is Really in Charge In Thailand?

In theory, Thai premier Srettha Thavisin leads the country. But there is more than meets the eye.

 

by TERMSAK CHALERMPALANUPAP

 

In theory, the 62-year-old real estate tycoon (R) is the prime minister of Thailand. However, Srettha Thavisin's fate cannot be discussed without discussing the fate of Thaksin Shinawatra (L). (Photo via AFP)

 

How many prime ministers does Thailand have now? One if you ask Srettha Thavisin. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321681-who-is-really-in-charge-in-thailand/

Thailand trials first mobile phone emergency alert system
by Alex Morgan 

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Tuesday saw the inaugural trial of Thailand’s first cell broadcast service (CBS), a pioneering emergency alert system for mobile phones. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321682-thailand-trials-first-mobile-phone-emergency-alert-system/

Bangkok Prepares for Songkran Festival with AI Technology to Ensure Tourist Safety
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bangkok—On March 5th, 2024, Pol. Gen. Adis Ngamjitsuksri, the Advisor to the Bangkok Governor, publicly revealed the preparedness for the upcoming Songkran Festival in Bangkok by using AI technology to monitor the safety of tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321683-bangkok-prepares-for-songkran-festival-with-ai-technology-to-ensure-tourist-safety/

 

Thailand stock exchanges extend trading hours to attract foreign investors
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Pornprom Satrabhaya

 

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Market for Alternative Investment (MAI) have announced an extension of their daily trading hours starting March 25.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321684-thailand-stock-exchanges-extend-trading-hours-to-attract-foreign-investors/

 

Thai cop accused of cheating on wife, impregnating teenage mistress
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ เป็นหนึ่ง

 

A Thai woman is seeking justice after her police sub-lieutenant husband cheated on her and impregnated his 17 year old teenage mistress. The police officer allegedly assaulted and threatened his wife to accept the polyamorous relationship as the teenager is seven months pregnant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321687-thai-cop-accused-of-cheating-on-wife-impregnating-teenage-mistress/

Former salesman’s illegal bullets seized by Thailand police
by Top Top

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Thai authorities apprehended a former ammunition salesman for allegedly engaging in illegal bullet sales online, unearthing an arsenal of 31,800 cartridges at his residence in Khlong Toei district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321688-former-salesman’s-illegal-bullets-seized-by-thailand-police/

 

Post-pandemic shift in tourist spending habits reveals TikTok’s role in Thai travel
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Apichart Jinakul

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) divulged insightful data revealing a shift in foreign tourists’ spending habits post-pandemic and the surge in popularity of TikTok as a source of travel information and inspiration.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321691-post-pandemic-shift-in-tourist-spending-habits-reveals-tiktok’s-role-in-thai-travel/

 

Foreign man kicks up a storm over discriminatory bike rental policy in Phuket
by Petch Petpailin 

 

The story does not include the motorcycle rental shop in this picture. | Photo by นายสองสามก้าว via The TripPacker

 

A foreign man brought to light a discriminatory practice at a foreign-owned motorcycle rental shop in Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321693-foreign-man-kicks-up-a-storm-over-discriminatory-bike-rental-policy-in-phuket/

 

Swiss man’s violent attack on Trang woman, “Kathoey wars” - Tim Newton Today - March 6
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321697-swiss-man’s-violent-attack-on-trang-woman-“kathoey-wars”-tim-newton-today-march-6/

 

Thailand’s tourism trunkated: Captive elephant breeding exposed
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Thailand stands accused of a sinister practice: the captive breeding of elephants for its lucrative tourism industry. But the horrors extend far beyond just elephants.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321698-thailand’s-tourism-trunkated-captive-elephant-breeding-exposed/

 

Thai abbot found burnt in forest shocks local community
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A revered abbot’s tragic demise has sent shockwaves through a Thai community after his body was found burned to the extent that only his upper torso remained identifiable.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321699-thai-abbot-found-burnt-in-forest-shocks-local-community/

Filipina ladyboys accused of illegally offering sex services in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Lan Fuller via Flickr

 

Following the clash between Thai and Filipina transwomen on Soi Sukhumvit 11 in Bangkok yesterday, some locals came forward to accuse the Filipina ladyboys of illegally offering sex services to European tourists in the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321701-filipina-ladyboys-accused-of-illegally-offering-sex-services-in-bangkok/

 

British man quits England for Thailand’s tropical tranquility
by Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of Riyan Ruparelia's Facebook account

 

A disgruntled British man declared he has quit England for Thailand pledging never to return to his homeland.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321704-british-man-quits-england-for-thailand’s-tropical-tranquility/

 

2 Russian women arrested for providing sex services in Phuket
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Phuketandamannews

Police arrested two Russian women at a hotel in the Katu district of Phuket on March 4 for illegally providing sex services.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321706-2-russian-women-arrested-for-providing-sex-services-in-phuket/