Popular Post webfact Posted April 15 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 15 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/ 1 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted April 15 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 15 UPDATE: 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 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted April 15 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 15 Voluntary enlistment in Thai army sees notable increase by Mitch Connor PHOTO VIA: Jungwoo Hong FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 15 Author Share Posted April 15 Severe weather alert for 36 Thai provinces amid heatwave by Nattapong Westwood PHOTO VIA:NOAA FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted April 15 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 15 Thailand aims to transform local festivals into renowned attractions by Alex Morgan PHOTO VIA:John Thomas FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Durian exports to undergo regulatory revamp in Thailand PHOTO VIA: Jonny Clow FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted April 15 Popular Post Share Posted April 15 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/ 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted April 15 Popular Post Share Posted April 15 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”/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Bangkok ramps up AI security for safe Songkran festivities PHOTO VIA:Aditya Chinchure FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Thai government profits from increasing Philippine rice imports PHOTO VIA: Pierre Bamin FROM:Unsplash.com 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/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Sudden scaffolding collapse prompts investigation on Rama II Road PHOTO VIA:Wikepedia 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/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Young woman nabbed for running fake loan scam in Thailand PHOTO VIA: Anna Tarazevich FROM:Pexels.com 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/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 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/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 15 Author Share Posted April 15 to continue: Thailand Live Tuesday 16 April 2024 https://aseannow.com/topic/1325012-thailand-live-tuesday-16-april-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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