IN AN UNPRECEDENTED MOVE TO deter future coup attempts, legislation has been prepared to empower a Prime Minister to suspend any military commanders from duty if suspected of hatching one.

 

Legislation Prepared For PM To Suspend Commanders Suspected Of Hatching Coups
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Picture: Soldiers rapidly taking control in Bangkok during Thailand’s last coup in 2014. Reuters and published by BBC

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325547-legislation-prepared-for-pm-to-suspend-commanders-suspected-of-hatching-coups/

 

Canadian National Arrested for Cocaine Possession and Illegally Working in Phuket
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Patong, Phuket — A 41-year-old Canadian man was arrested in Patong, Phuket, for possessing ecstasy and cocaine and working without a work permit on April 19th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325549-canadian-national-arrested-for-cocaine-possession-and-illegally-working-in-phuket/

 

Ladyboy Arrested For Throwing Glass Bottle At Tourist In Pattaya
by TNR Staff 

 

The transgender after being arrested and the motorcycle he rode to attack the tourist. Photo: TV Channel 7

 

A THAI transgender was arrested in Pattaya this afternoon (Apr. 20) after riding past a beer bar and throwing a glass bottle at a foreign tourist leading to his lips being cut and startling other tourists in the vicinity, TV Channel 7 said this evening.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325550-ladyboy-arrested-for-throwing-glass-bottle-at-tourist-in-pattaya/

 

Transgender fugitive caught after 2-years hiding in meditation centre
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A two-year fugitive, a transgender woman, was finally apprehended by the police after a long period of evading law enforcement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325551-transgender-fugitive-caught-after-2-years-hiding-in-meditation-centre/

 

Woman assaulted in Bangkok gym after rejecting man’s advances (video)
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6 Facebook

 

In a shocking incident in Bangkok, a muscular man, angered by a failed flirtation attempt, violently threw a woman to the ground, raising concerns about the fairness of the justice system.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325552-woman-assaulted-in-bangkok-gym-after-rejecting-man’s-advances-video/

 

Himalayan giant honey bees spotted in Chiang Mai
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Himalayan giant honey bees have been spotted in Doi Pha Hom Pok National Park, Chiang Mai province, a first-time occurrence, evidencing that the nation’s ecological system is ideal for unique species.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325553-himalayan-giant-honey-bees-spotted-in-chiang-mai/

 

Dip in Pattaya hotel occupancy despite Songkran festivities
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Pattaya’s hotels and those in neighbouring provinces have seen a dip in occupancy rates during the Wan Lai Songkran festival. This downturn has prompted hoteliers to critique the promotional strategy for the extended 21-day Songkran celebration.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325555-dip-in-pattaya-hotel-occupancy-despite-songkran-festivities/

 

COVID-19 surges during Songkran festival

 

 

1,004 people were admitted for treatment of COVID-19 infections between April 14th and 20th, according to Dr. Thongchai Keeratihattayakorn, director of the Department of Disease Control.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325556-covid-19-surges-during-songkran-festival/

 

Move Forward party leads Pheu Thai by a wide margin in new poll

 

 

The Move Forward party is leading the Pheu Thai party by a wide margin in terms of popularity, especially among people aged under 20 and those aged 20-29, although the majority say they will not vote for either of the two parties in the next election, according to Super Poll.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325558-move-forward-party-leads-pheu-thai-by-a-wide-margin-in-new-poll/

 

Chinese woman, rescued from cliff fall five years ago returns to thank her saviors
 

Photo: Phataem National Park

A Chinese woman, who was rescued by park officials in Ubon Ratchathani after a fall from a cliff about five years ago, returned to the park on Saturday to thank the people who saved her life.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325559-chinese-woman-rescued-from-cliff-fall-five-years-ago-returns-to-thank-her-saviors/

 

Songkran Splashing Sparks Fight Between Pattaya Win Driver and Indian Tourist
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: Siamrath

Pattaya — A motorbike taxi driver, better known in Thailand as a “Win,” fought with an Indian tourist in Pattaya on Thursday of last week after the 7-year-old son of the driver splashed water at the tourist and angered him.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325560-songkran-splashing-sparks-fight-between-pattaya-win-driver-and-indian-tourist/

 

Brawl Involving 20 Men in Pattaya Leaves One Person Seriously Injured
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: Matichon

Pattaya —A group of nearly 20 teenagers brutally assaulted a man during Wanlai celebrations in Pattaya, leaving him with serious head injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325561-brawl-involving-20-men-in-pattaya-leaves-one-person-seriously-injured/

 

Transgender Woman Dies After Being Hit by a Wave While Taking a Selfie in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong –A transgender woman has been pronounced dead after being hit by a wave while standing on a rock and taking a selfie at Patong Beach on Friday (April 19th).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325562-transgender-woman-dies-after-being-hit-by-a-wave-while-taking-a-selfie-in-patong/

Multiple-Vehicle Collision on Thepkasattri Road in Phuket Leaves Four People Injured
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Phuket—At 1:10 AM, on April 21st, 2024, Thalang police officers received a multiple-vehicle collision report from locals on Thepkasattri Road, Thalang, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325563-multiple-vehicle-collision-on-thepkasattri-road-in-phuket-leaves-four-people-injured/

 

Thai government’s Ofos project to create 20 million jobs from June
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of infoquest

 

The Thai government has plans to set in motion the One Family One Soft Power (OFOS) project in June, hoping to generate 20 million employment opportunities with a minimum yearly wage of 200,000 baht according to Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Head of the National Committee on Soft Power Development and leader of the Pheu Thai Party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325564-thai-government’s-ofos-project-to-create-20-million-jobs-from-june/

 

Swiss tourist saved from the heat as survey shows 72.6% of Thai people worry about hotter weather
by James Morris

 

On Thursday, police at the Royal Palace Police Station near the Grand Palace, trainees and passersby helped revive a Swiss tourist who passed out from heat stroke. Later, the Swiss man was removed by ambulance to a local hospital.

Tourist collapse sparks alarm as 72.6% of Thais fret over rising temperatures. Climate change looms large amid a scorching heatwave.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325565-swiss-tourist-saved-from-the-heat-as-survey-shows-726-of-thai-people-worry-about-weather/

 

More displaced people flee from Myanmar into Thailand

 

 

Fighting between Myanmar government and Karen rebel forces continued throughout Saturday night and into Sunday morning, driving more civilians to seek temporary refuge in Mae Sot district of Thailand’s western province of Tak.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325567-more-displaced-people-flee-from-myanmar-into-thailand/

 

Teenager Arrested after Stabbing Incident in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong, Phuket-A teenage suspect has been taken into custody following a stabbing incident that left one man injured in Patong this past Friday, April 19th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325568-teenager-arrested-after-stabbing-incident-in-patong/

 

Still Alive!! Sorrayuth denies Chuwit Kamolvisit rumors

 

 

Amid previous reports of cancer illness, Mr. Chuwit Kamolvisit was said to be undergoing continuous treatment, depicted in a photo alongside his daughter, heading abroad for medical care.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325574-still-alive sorrayuth-denies-chuwit-kamolvisit-rumors/

Thailand's Wealth Ranking Among Top 10 Nations: Where Does It Stand?

 

Picture: Daily News

 

In an era of global economic fluctuations, many wonder which country ranks as the wealthiest, reported Daily News.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325576-thailands-wealth-ranking-among-top-10-nations-where-does-it-stand/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Monday 22 April 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325578-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-monday-22-april-2024/

 

Phuket Hospital Appeals for Respectful Conduct from Russian Patients

 

File photo

PHUKET - Vachira Phuket Hospital issued a public statement on Friday, urging all patients, particularly those from Russia, to exhibit respectful behavior towards medical staff. The statement comes after a reported rise in incidents involving rude and aggressive behavior from some Russian patients.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325579-phuket-hospital-appeals-for-respectful-conduct-from-russian-patients/

Tattoo artist stumped by gold necklace left at studio (video)
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of @ armanucha1 TikTok

 

A tattoo artist was left in a state of shock when a customer forgot a large gold necklace at his studio and then became unreachable.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325583-tattoo-artist-stumped-by-gold-necklace-left-at-studio-video/

 

Three People Rescued from Drowning at Phuket Beach

By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – Three Thai tourists have been rescued from drowning at the Nai Harn Beach in Rawai on Friday night (April 19th).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325584-three-people-rescued-from-drowning-at-phuket-beach/

 

Police Truck Flips Over in Loei: Mentally Ill Detainee Grabbed Steering Wheel, One Person Dead, Three Injured
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Loei—On April 21st, 2024, Pha Khao police officers received a report from locals that a patrol police truck flipped over on Nong Tana-Non Somboon Road, Pha Khao, Loei, causing three injuries and one casualty.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325585-police-truck-flips-over-mentally-ill-detainee-grabbed-steering-wheel-one-person-dead/

20 Tons of Garbage Left Behind After Wan Lai in Pattaya But City Cleaners Quickly Resolve Problem
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya —Over 20 tons of garbage was left behind in Pattaya after Wan Lai Day or the Big Day of Songkran took place on April 19th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325587-20-tons-of-garbage-left-behind-after-wan-lai-in-pattaya/

 

Pattaya Man Assaulted by Drunk Group During Wanlai, 9-Year-Old Nephew Kicked in the Face
By Aim Tanakorn

 

PHOTO: Khaosod

Pattaya —A Thai man in Pattaya was assaulted by a group of intoxicated men while riding his motorbike with his two nephews (aged 9 and 4) and mother on April 19th, 2024. The incident occurred during the recent Wanlai Day.

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325588-pattaya-man-assaulted-by-drunk-group-during-wanlai-9-year-old-nephew-kicked-in-the-face/

 

Over 5 million senior Thais still working without formal education
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Eco-Business

 

The National Statistical Office (NSO) reveals that over 5 million senior Thais, with the majority lacking formal education, continue to work to sustain their livelihoods.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325589-over-5-million-senior-thais-still-working-without-formal-education/

 

Polish man falls to his death from 62-metre cell tower in Surat Thani
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Bright TV

A Polish man jumped to his death from a 62-metre cell tower in the southern province of Surat Thani on Friday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325590-polish-man-falls-to-his-death-from-62-metre-cell-tower-in-surat-thani/

 

UPDATE:

 

Military Defence reforms raise concerns among military brass
by Bob Scott 

 

Picture of Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang courtesy of Thai PBS

 

Proposed reforms to the administrative laws governing the Defence Ministry and amendments to the Military Court charter have raised concerns among senior military officials, as they apprehend potential political meddling in military matters, disclosed a trustworthy military insider.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325547-legislation-prepared-for-pm-to-suspend-commanders-suspected-of-hatching-coups/?do=findComment&comment=18860816