Thailand sets target to recycle all plastic waste by 2027
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is optimistic about recycling all plastic waste by 2027, as part of an initiative to curb the use of plastic. This plan forms part of the ministry’s plastic waste management roadmap from 2018 to 2030.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324707-thailand-sets-target-to-recycle-all-plastic-waste-by-2027/

 

Thailand revolutionises agriculture with nine policies

 

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Thailand is gearing up for an agricultural revolution with nine bold policies aimed at transforming its farming sector into a global powerhouse.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324719-thailand-revolutionises-agriculture-with-nine-policies/

Myanmar military retreat from border town following rebel attacks

 

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Myawaddy, a border town that connects to Thailand, today witnessed the withdrawal of approximately 200 Myanmar military personnel. This retreat follows a prolonged attack by anti-junta rebels, as reported by a spokesman for an ethnic armed group and local news outlets.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324721-myanmar-military-retreat-from-border-town-following-rebel-attacks/

 

Thailand soft-power: ASEAN + India shoppers to boost tourism

 

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has unveiled the ASEAN + India Shoppers in Thailand campaign, enticing tourists to choose their top Thai soft-power element while scoring shopping vouchers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324722-thailand-soft-power-asean-india-shoppers-to-boost-tourism/

Filipino couple arrested for shipping 10 kilos of cannabis

 

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A couple from the Philippines were taken into custody in Bangkok yesterday on suspicion of mailing a package containing 10 kilogrammes of dried cannabis to their home country to sell it.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324724-filipino-couple-arrested-for-shipping-10-kilos-of-cannabis/

Thai man discovers MP wife’s adulterous monk-ey business

 

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A Thai man caught his Democrat Party politician wife committing adultery with a Thai monk who was also their adoptive son. The Democrat Party stated that woman would be expelled within three days if found guilty.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324725-thai-man-discovers-mp-wife’s-adulterous-monk-ey-business/

 

Thai tuk tuk driver fails to help Vietnamese woman after fatal fall

 

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A Thai tuk tuk driver fled the scene after a 76 year old Vietnamese woman fell out of his vehicle in the Isaan province of Udon Thani. The driver claimed he did not notice the passenger falling, and unfortunately, she later died en route to the hospital.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324726-thai-tuk-tuk-driver-fails-to-help-vietnamese-woman-after-fatal-fall/

 

Samut Prakarn police dismantle major online lottery ring

 

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Law enforcement officers in Samut Prakarn province made a significant bust, apprehending two individuals suspected of operating a substantial online lottery business. The men, 42 year old Boonreum and 48 year old Baworn, were arrested at a residence in the Bang Bo district, where evidence of extensive gambling operations, including Thai, Laos, and underground lotteries, was uncovered.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324727-samut-prakarn-police-dismantle-major-online-lottery-ring/

Bangkok battles hazardous levels of PM2.5 dust pollution alone

 

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A robust surge of PM2.5, particulate matter 2.5 micrometres or less in diameter, descended upon the Thailand capital Bangkok this morning, setting the city apart as the only one battling seriously hazardous red-coded levels of fine dust pollution. This stark revelation came from the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324729-bangkok-battles-hazardous-levels-of-pm25-dust-pollution-alone/

Songkran revellers begin their journeys home from Bangkok

 

 

Increased road traffic is reported on the main arterial routes to northern and north-eastern provinces today, as people begin their journeys home a day ahead of the long official Songkran holidays, which last from tomorrow until Tuesday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324730-songkran-revellers-begin-their-journeys-home-from-bangkok/

 

Songkran Festival Boosts Sales of Floral Shirts and Water Guns

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - In Hat Yai district, Songkhla province, the demand for vibrant flower-patterned shirts was high. Stores displayed an extensive selection of new patterns and designs, with prices ranging from 100 to 250 baht. This year, the oversized “elephant” print shirts and pants are also among the favorites.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324731-songkran-festival-boosts-sales-of-floral-shirts-and-water-guns/

 

Ministry of Labour Advocates for Standardized Muay Thai Instructor Skills

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Minister of Labour Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has assigned the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Aree Krainara, to visit and observe the national occupational skill testing for the service sector, specifically the Muay Thai instructor level 1. This initiative is part of the government's soft power policy. The testing took place at the Muay Thai training facility at the indoor sports training center of the Sports Authority of Thailand in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324732-ministry-of-labour-advocates-for-standardized-muay-thai-instructor-skills/

 

300 tonnes of cadmium slag found in Bangkok

 

Some of the cadmium waste discovered in Bangkok.

 

About 300 tonnes of cadmium slag were found in a warehouse in Bangkok’s Bang Sue district on Wednesday, by officers from the Natural Resources and Environment Crime Division.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324733-300-tonnes-of-cadmium-slag-found-in-bangkok/

 

Part of Bangkok’s Bang Sue declared a HAZMAT zone

 

 

The Bang Sue district in Bangkok has declared the area where the latest 300 tonnes of toxic cadmium slag were found a HAZMAT (hazardous materials) zone.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324733-300-tonnes-of-cadmium-slag-found-in-bangkok/?do=findComment&comment=18835777

 

Pattaya City Embraces Early Songkran 2024 Festivities Amidst Soaring Temperatures

 

 

Pattaya – As the mercury rises, Pattaya City’s locals and international visitors have kickstarted the Songkran celebrations, Thailand’s famed water festival, days ahead of the official schedule. The revelry commenced within the bustling lanes of Soi 7 and Soi 8, alongside Beach Road, where beer bar operators and their staff joined forces with foreign tourists to indulge in the spirited tradition of water splashing.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324734-pattaya-city-embraces-early-songkran-2024-festivities-amidst-soaring-temperatures/

 

Elderly resident escapes as Phuket home destroyed by fire

 

PHOTO: The Phuket Express

 

An elderly man in north Phuket has had a lucky escape after his home was destroyed by fire.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324735-elderly-resident-escapes-as-phuket-home-destroyed-by-fire/

 

Brothers arrested for illegal online gun trade in Chachoengsao

 

Picture of police arresting two brothers at a building in Mueang district of Chachoengsao province on Wednesday, April 9, courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Thai authorities arrested a 23 year old man and his 17 year old brother for the alleged manufacture of illegal online guns. The operation was carried out in the Mueang district of Chachoengsao province, leading to the confiscation of 28 home-crafted guns, over 1,500 rounds of ammunition, and additional related items.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324739-brothers-arrested-for-illegal-online-gun-trade-in-chachoengsao/

 

Phuket house fire leaves residents reeling: Investigation heats up

 

Picture courtesy of Phuket News

 

A destructive house fire yesterday ravaged a residence in Srisoonthorn, Phuket, leaving devastation in its wake. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324735-elderly-resident-escapes-as-phuket-home-destroyed-by-fire/?do=findComment&comment=18836014

 

Youth stabbed in violent confrontation at Phuket’s Saphan Hin

 

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A violent confrontation at Saphan Hin in Phuket resulted in a youth being stabbed in the early hours of this morning.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324741-youth-stabbed-in-violent-confrontation-at-phuket’s-saphan-hin/

 

The baffling 27 years of Richard Burrows, aka. ‘Peter Smith’

 

Richard Burrows, aka. 'Peter Smith', before his first appearance in Court after his arrest at Heathrow

 

So how did he manage to evade detection, in plain sight, during his 27 years in Phuket? ‘Peter Smith’ was, mostly, well liked, had a close circle of friends, worked professionally in a number of jobs, all with the requisite visas and work permits required in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324743-the-baffling-27-years-of-richard-burrows-aka-‘peter-smith’/

 

BBC’s campaign to bring Thailand’s Songkran to global audiences

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

To dazzle global audiences with the splendour of Thailand’s Songkran festival, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has teamed up with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for an unprecedented campaign.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324744-bbc’s-campaign-to-bring-thailand’s-songkran-to-global-audiences/

Paetongtarn criticised for holiday plans during Songkran

 

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The holiday plans of Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra have ignited a fiery debate as she opts to fly to Hong Kong during the Songkran festival, leaving tongues wagging and eyebrows raised.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324745-paetongtarn-criticised-for-holiday-plans-during-songkran/

 

As foreign investors exit bond market, Thai government faces fund-raising challenge

 

 

The Thai government may find itself bearing a higher cost of borrowing due to unfavorable conditions in the local debt market.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324746-as-foreign-investors-exit-bond-market-thai-government-faces-fund-raising-challenge/

Bangkok bus passengers rally to save man’s life during seizure

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A swift response from bus passengers and a motorcycle rider’s assistance resulted in an emergency detour to the hospital for a middle-aged man who suffered a seizure and lost consciousness on a Bangkok bus. The incident, which unfolded at noon today, April 11, was captured on video and subsequently shared online, drawing widespread praise for the collaborative rescue effort.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324747-bangkok-bus-passengers-rally-to-save-man’s-life-during-seizure/

 

Chiang Mai Begins Songkran Celebrations with Highest Sand Pagoda

 

 

CHIANG MAI, April 11 (TNA) – Chiang Mai residents on Thursday gathered to participate in merit-making activities by making the sand pagoda, towering up to 17 meters, as part of the traditional New Year festivities in this northern city.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324749-chiang-mai-begins-songkran-celebrations-with-highest-sand-pagoda/

 

Cheeky Monkey Steals Corn From Jomtien Ramen Restaurant

 

 

A macaque monkey, known locally as “Jao Jo,” snuck into the kitchen of a ramen restaurant in Jomtien and grabbed a piece of corn before escaping onto a power line.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324750-cheeky-monkey-steals-corn-from-jomtien-ramen-restaurant/

 

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