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April alcohol sales set to double, spiking road accidents feared
by Alex Morgan

 

Picture courtesy of CNN

 

The CEO of Carabao Group, Sathien Sathientham, predicts that April’s alcohol sales are set to double, except for December. This increase is anticipated due to the prolonged Songkran festival and the extension of bar and pub opening hours in several areas, including Bangkok and Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324969-april-alcohol-sales-set-to-double-spiking-road-accidents-feared/

 

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Water gun incident sparks foreign tourist dispute at Songkran event
by Top 

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

The lively Thaweewong Road, on Patong Beach in Phuket, bore witness to a heated dispute between two foreign visitors at a Songkran event. This incident, occurring around 4.20pm on April 13, was sparked by a minor altercation involving a water gun.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324942-songkran-water-splashing-causes-viral-fight-in-phuket/?do=findComment&comment=18843994

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Voluntary enlistment in Thai army sees notable increase
by Mitch Connor

 

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An increase in voluntary enlistment for the Royal Thai Army (RTA) was announced yesterday by an assistant army spokesperson. Compared to last year’s enlistment season, there is a notable rise in the number of males opting to join the ranks voluntarily.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324974-voluntary-enlistment-in-thai-army-sees-notable-increase/

 

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Severe weather alert for 36 Thai provinces amid heatwave
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) today issued a severe weather warning for 36 provinces, forecasting thunderstorms, strong winds, and potential hailstorms across the regions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324976-severe-weather-alert-for-36-thai-provinces-amid-heatwave/

 

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Thailand aims to transform local festivals into renowned attractions
by Alex Morgan 

 

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The National Soft Power Strategy Committee of Thailand is setting its sights on transforming traditional events into world-renowned festivals throughout the country’s 77 provinces. This objective will be achieved through comprehensive research and festival organisation training.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324978-thailand-aims-to-transform-local-festivals-into-renowned-attractions/

 

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Durian exports to undergo regulatory revamp in Thailand

 

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Thailand’s durian exports are set for a regulatory overhaul to ensure quality and competitiveness on the global stage, according to government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke. As the leading global durian exporter, Thailand’s move towards stricter quality control aims to bolster its market position. The export of durians has become a significant revenue source for the country, with earnings reaching 120 billion baht in 2023.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324984-durian-exports-to-undergo-regulatory-revamp-in-thailand/

 

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Referee attack at Thai boxing match sparks sport integrity debate

 

Photo via: Attentie Attentie From:Unsplash.com

 

Chaos erupted at a traditional Thai boxing match when a controversial draw decision by the referee led to an assault on the official and the opposing sides. The incident, captured in a widely criticised video, has sparked a debate about violence and fairness in sports.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324985-referee-attack-at-thai-boxing-match-sparks-sport-integrity-debate/

 

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PM tours Hua Hin morning market

 

 

Accompanied by his wife and a few ministers, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin toured the Hua Hin market this morning, greeting vendors and morning shoppers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324986-pm-tours-hua-hin-morning-market/

 

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Thaksin quips enough ministers at his dinner party for a cabinet meeting

 

 

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra jokingly told Pheu Thai party’s ministers that he could hold a cabinet meeting in Chiang Mai today, because there were 18 of them attending a dinner with him.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324988-thaksin-quips-enough-ministers-at-his-dinner-party-for-a-cabinet-meeting/

 

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BAAC labour union against planned lending to fund “digital wallet”

 

 

The labour union of the Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has voiced opposition to the government’s plan to borrow about 172 billion baht from the bank to fund the “digital wallet” scheme.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324989-baac-labour-union-against-planned-lending-to-fund-“digital-wallet”/

 

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Govt Initiates Safe Relocation of Cadmium Tailings

 

 

Samut Sakhon (NNT) - The Industry Ministry has initiated plans to safely relocate cadmium tailings from Samut Sakhon province back to their origin in Tak. Industry Minister Pimphattra Wichaikul said the waste will be transported on Tuesday (Apr 16) using as many as 30 trucks.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324990-govt-initiates-safe-relocation-of-cadmium-tailings/

 

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Thailand Simplifies Immigration at Key Checkpoints

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has announced a temporary suspension of the 'To Mo 6' (TM6) immigration form for foreign travelers at various land and sea entry points. The move, effective from April 15 to October 15, is designed to streamline immigration procedures and reduce congestion. The TM6 form, which requires foreigners to provide passport and personal travel details upon entry and exit, was already abolished for air travelers in July 2022.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324991-thailand-simplifies-immigration-at-key-checkpoints/

 

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Bangkok ramps up AI security for safe Songkran festivities

 

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Bangkok tightens security for Songkran celebrations with artificial intelligence (AI) and emergency measures. Bangkok is bracing for Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year, with stringent security measures in place, particularly in popular celebration areas such as Silom and Khao San Road.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324996-bangkok-ramps-up-ai-security-for-safe-songkran-festivities/

 

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Foreign tourist drowns trying to retrieve water gun from Bangkok canal

 

PHOTO: KomchadLuek

 

A foreign tourist has died after drowning in a Bangkok canal while celebrating Songkran. Nation Thailand reports that the tourist’s body was recovered from the Saen Saep canal, by the Khlong Saen Saep Pier, under the Chalerm Lok Bridge.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324997-foreign-tourist-drowns-trying-to-retrieve-water-gun-from-bangkok-canal/

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Thai government profits from increasing Philippine rice imports

 

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As the Philippines’ demand for rice imports swells, the Thai government is capitalising on this increasing requirement.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324998-thai-government-profits-from-increasing-philippine-rice-imports/

 

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Sudden scaffolding collapse prompts investigation on Rama II Road

 

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A sudden scaffolding collapse on Rama II Road in Samut Sakhon province prompted an immediate investigation, as ordered by Department of Highways Director-General Sarawut Songsivilai. Alongside the investigation, all steel scaffolding along the elevated Motorway 82 (M82) project is set to undergo a thorough security check.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1324999-sudden-scaffolding-collapse-prompts-investigation-on-rama-ii-road/

 

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Young woman nabbed for running fake loan scam in Thailand

 

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A young woman was arrested in Nakhon Ratchasima for her involvement in a sophisticated loan scam operation that duped victims into transferring money for non-existent loans.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325000-young-woman-nabbed-for-running-fake-loan-scam-in-thailand/

 

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Pita vows Move Forward will return stronger after charter court verdict

 

 

Former Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat told his supporters in the north-eastern province of Khon Kaen today that this Songkran may be his last as a member of parliament, because of the grim prospect that the party may be dissolved by the Constitutional Court.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325002-pita-vows-move-forward-will-return-stronger-after-charter-court-verdict/

 

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