The Thai doctor who was a victim in the Swiss scandal case in Phuket revealed that an unidentified person offered her and her family a bribe in exchange for withdrawing the lawsuit against the Swiss man.

 

Thai doctor offered bribe to drop lawsuit in Swiss scandal

by Petch Petpailin | Photo via MGR Online and Bright TV

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324612-thai-doctor-offered-bribe-to-drop-lawsuit-in-swiss-scandal/

Move Forward may get more time for defence in charter court

 

Pita Limjaroenrat (C) attends a press conference at the Thai parliament in Bangkok on January 31 after Thailand’s Constitutional Court ordered Pita and the Move Forward Party to stop campaigning for Lese-Majeste reform immediately. //AFP

 

The Constitutional Court is unlikely to issue a ruling on the fate of the opposition Move Forward party this month and have given the party more time to present additional defence evidence against an application for the dissolution of the party, Constitutional Court president Nakharin Mektrairat said today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324638-move-forward-may-get-more-time-for-defence-in-charter-court/

Thaksin Shinawatra’s ‘secret’ health scandal
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra‘s health condition has sparked controversy, with conflicting reports emerging about his fitness. Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong claims Thaksin’s health is dire, but questions arise after photos surfaced of him lifting weights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324656-thaksin-shinawatra’s-‘secret’-health-scandal/

 

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Phuket Court Sentences Five Russians to Two Years for Crypto Extortion
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

PHUKET – In a notable case of extortion involving cryptocurrency, the Phuket Provincial Court has sentenced five Russian nationals to two years of imprisonment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324657-phuket-court-sentences-five-russians-to-two-years-for-crypto-extortion/

 

Thai F-16s Conduct Air Patrols As Myanmar MiG-29s Attack Karen Fighters
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Thai F-16s flying high. Photo: Thai air force Facebook page

 

THE THAI AIR FORCE’S F-16A/B fighters have conducted regular air patrols along the Thai-Myanmar border in Mae Sot district of Tak to literally deter possible infringement of the Myanmar air force’s MiG-29 Fulcrum jets into Thai air space.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324658-thai-f-16s-conduct-air-patrols-as-myanmar-mig-29s-attack-karen-fighters/

British woman's wedding guest scam ruins dream ceremony in Thailand
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of BBC News

 

A tale of deceit and dashed dreams emerged when a 41 year old British woman conned friends, including a bridesmaid, out of thousands for a Thailand wedding.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324659-british-womans-wedding-guest-scam-ruins-dream-ceremony-in-thailand/

 

Seaside Concrete Platform Collapses at Bangsaen Beach, Injuring 3 Workers
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: Khaosod

Bangsaen, Chonburi — A scenic concrete platform that was being built over the sea in Bangsaen, Chonburi, collapsed and injured three workers on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324660-seaside-concrete-platform-collapses-at-bangsaen-beach-injuring-3-workers/

 

Airfares drop for popular domestic routes ahead of Songkran
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Joy Presbitero, Unsplash

 

Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit announced a decrease in airfares for three popular domestic routes by 3.8% to 14% starting this Friday, in line with the Songkran festival. The fares for the six airlines offering flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Krabi, and Phuket have been set at a maximum of 3,000 baht (US$80) per one-way trip.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324661-airfares-drop-for-popular-domestic-routes-ahead-of-songkran/

Chinese Man Arrested for Robbing 215,500 Baht from Fellow Chinese National in Bangkok
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bangkok—At 2:30 PM, on April 9th, 2024, Wang Thonglang police officers arrested a Chinese man at a hotel in Huai Khwang, Bangkok, who allegedly committed a robbery of 215,500 baht from a Chinese victim.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324662-chinese-man-arrested-for-robbing-215500-baht-from-fellow-chinese-national-in-bangkok/

 

Deputy PM Anutin Charnvirakul Inspects Chiang Mai Amid Wildfire and PM 2.5 Concerns
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Chiang Mai—On April 9th, 2024, Ms. Traisulee Traisanakul, the Secretary to the Thai Minister of the Interior, stated to the public regarding Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s inspection in Chiang Mai province to follow up on wildfire, smog, and small dust particle PM 2.5 issues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324663-deputy-pm-anutin-charnvirakul-inspects-chiang-mai-amid-wildfire-and-pm-25-concerns/

Sattahip Ex-Convict Arrested for Motorcycle Theft Hours After Release From Prison
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Sattahip, Chonburi — A Thai man in Sattahip was arrested for stealing a motorcycle just hours after being released from prison on April 9th, 2024.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1324664-sattahip-ex-convict-arrested-for-motorcycle-theft-hours-after-release-from-prison/

 

American Motorbike Rider Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong –An American motorbike rider was arrested in Patong for drunk driving.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324665-american-motorbike-rider-arrested-for-drunk-driving-in-patong/

 

Four Foreign Tourists Rescued After Getting Lost at Krating Cape in Rawai
By Goongnang Suksawat 

 

 

Rawai – Four foreign tourists were helped after they got lost at the Krating Cape in Rawai on Tuesday (April 9th).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324666-four-foreign-tourists-rescued-after-getting-lost-at-krating-cape-in-rawai/

 

Pakistani Man Arrested in Patong for 398 Days of Overstay
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A Pakistani man was arrested in Patong after he was found to have overstayed his legal visa by 398 days.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324668-pakistani-man-arrested-in-patong-for-398-days-of-overstay/

Lethal Cadmium linked to a shift in dangerous e-waste recycling from China to Thailand since 2017
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

However, environmental activist groups are aware of the ongoing threat. E-waste imports into Thailand have rocketed by over 2100% since 2017. This was when China outlawed the industry outright on its soil.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324669-lethal-cadmium-linked-to-a-shift-in-e-waste-recycling-from-china-to-thailand-since-2017/

 

Family falls victim to sophisticated accommodation scam in Hua Hin
By Online Reporter

 

File photo

A family eagerly anticipating their holiday in Hua Hin were tricked into booking a non-existent luxury rental through Facebook.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324671-family-falls-victim-to-sophisticated-accommodation-scam-in-hua-hin/

 

Thai-Cambodian MoU under scrutiny for potential constitutional violation
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Thai-Cambodian Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on joint development in the Gulf of Thailand, signed in 2001, is now under scrutiny for potential violation of the Thai constitution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324675-thai-cambodian-mou-under-scrutiny-for-potential-constitutional-violation/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 11 April 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324676-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-11-april-2024/

 

Chiang Mai to declare PM2.5 crisis areas as disaster relief zones
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Panumate Tanraksa

 

Nirat Phongsitthithawon, the governor of Chiang Mai, announced that any area experiencing a PM2.5 dust pollution crisis of Level 2 or higher would be declared a disaster relief area, entitling it to emergency aid.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324678-chiang-mai-to-declare-pm25-crisis-areas-as-disaster-relief-zones/

 

Thai government’s 500-billion-baht digital wallet scheme launches this quarter
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Government House

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced yesterday that the government’s 500-billion-baht digital wallet initiative will be launched in full swing in the fourth quarter to stimulate economic growth. This flagship policy of the ruling Pheu Thai Party plans to distribute 10,000 baht to 50 million Thai citizens for spending within their local communities over six months.

 

Full stry: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324632-pm-assures-digital-wallet-benefit-distribution-in-last-quarter-of-year/?do=findComment&comment=18834387

 

Thailand’s tourism sector set to generate 614 billion baht in Q2
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Despite the second quarter often being perceived as the off-peak season, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) anticipates that the country’s tourism sector will generate a revenue of 614 billion baht (US$ 16.7 billion).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324686-thailand’s-tourism-sector-set-to-generate-614-billion-baht-in-q2/

 

Thai central bank holds policy rate, predicts consistent economic growth
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Bank of Thailand

 

The Bank of Thailand has kept the policy rate steady at 2.5% during its latest meeting, rejecting governmental calls for a decrease. The decision, marking the third consecutive  meeting with no change, is based on the Thai economy’s consistent growth, which has already exceeded 2023 levels.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324688-thai-central-bank-holds-policy-rate-predicts-consistent-economic-growth/

 

Thai industries fear trade slump due to Myanmar conflict
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of Wassana Nanuam

 

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has voiced concerns over the escalating armed conflict in Myanmar, predicting a further slump in border trade and a surge in illegal workers from Myanmar into Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324689-thai-industries-fear-trade-slump-due-to-myanmar-conflict/

 

Navy Commander Resigns Over Corvette Sinking
by Krajangwit Johjit

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The commander of the HTMS Sukhothai, Capt Phichitchai Thueannadee, announced his intention to resign from the Royal Thai Navy, accepting responsibility for the 2022 sinking incident that resulted in the loss of 29 lives.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324692-navy-commander-resigns-over-corvette-sinking/

 

Motorcyclist nabbed for late-night theft of Ganesha statue
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Police apprehended a young motorcyclist who stole a brass statue of the Hindu deity Ganesha from the front of a prominent shopping mall. The suspect claimed a spiritual connection with the deity, insisting he only intended to worship the figure due to its inspirational qualities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324696-motorcyclist-nabbed-for-late-night-theft-of-ganesha-statue/

 

Nato should recruit Singapore, Philippines, Japan, Thailand and others, former supreme allied commander says

 

Then-Nato Supreme Allied Commander Europe US Admiral James Stavridis at a press conference in 2009. Photo: AFP

 

Former Nato supreme allied commander James Stavridis suggested the military alliance recruit Asia-Pacific countries that share ‘its vision of freedom’

His list of potential allies with a similar view on democracy, liberty and human rights also included Australia, New Zealand and South Korea

 

The Nato military alliance should consider broadening its membership to include Asia-Pacific nations, said a former Nato supreme allied commander.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324697-nato-should-recruit-thailand-singapore-philippines-japan-and-more-ex-commander-says/

 

Thailand’s cybercrime problem persists despite efforts
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand’s digital economy and society (DES) minister, Prasert Jantararuangthong, revealed that despite efforts to curb cybercrime, the problem remains rampant with damages averaging 100 million baht daily.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324698-thailand’s-cybercrime-problem-persists-despite-efforts/

 

Summer storm warning for upper Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Luuk Van Der Naalt, Unsplash

 

A fierce summer storm is currently impacting upper Thailand, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issuing a warning for severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms, strong winds, and occasional hail.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324699-summer-storm-warning-for-upper-thailand/

Thai man arrested for murder of his 10 year old daughter
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via PPTV HD

 

Police arrested a Thai man who murdered his 10 year old daughter at a resort in the northern province of Uttaradit. He admitted to killing his daughter and attempting suicide but was too afraid to go through with it.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324702-thai-man-arrested-for-murder-of-his-10-year-old-daughter/

 

Fake gold sales soar as Thai baht-weight hits 40,000 baht record
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Gold prices have recently skyrocketed, touching a record high of 40,000 baht per baht-weight, prompting a surge in sales for fake gold shops as genuine gold becomes less accessible for many consumers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324705-fake-gold-sales-soar-as-thai-baht-weight-hits-40000-baht-record/