A Thai couple took to social media to issue a warning, alleging that a foreign man attempted to scam them by selling a fake luxury watch. The couple claim that the man allegedly bought the watch for 59,000 baht but offered it to them for just 6,000 baht.

 

Fake time, real warning: Thai couple’s scam alert

Photo via Facebook/ Supakorn Piriyesyangkoon

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325741-fake-time-real-warning-thai-couple’s-scam-alert-video/

 

Big Joke drops case against the PM as his nameplate and photo have been removed at Royal Thai Police HQ
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, on Tuesday, refused to discuss the Big Joke case. It comes as the former top cop withdrew a complaint against the PM made on Monday, less than 24 hours later, on Tuesday morning. Meanwhile, the former policeman’s nameplate was removed and his office locked at Police Headquarters. He was, furthermore, removed from the Royal Thai Police website.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325756-big-joke-drops-case-against-the-pm-as-his-nameplate-photo-have-been-removed-at-police-hq/

 

Thailand offers visa-free travel to Russian visitors for 3 months
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin today announced that Thailand is offering a visa-free scheme to Russian visitors for three months from May 1 to July 31.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325757-thailand-offers-visa-free-travel-to-russian-visitors-for-3-months/

Pheu Thai Digital Wallet Project Endorsed By All Coalition Partners
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin talking to reporter, Apr. 23, 2024. Photo: Thai Rath

 

THE PHEU THAI-INITIATED populist handout campaign, known as the 10,000-baht digital wallet project, today (Apr. 23) secured solid support from all coalition partners.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325758-pheu-thai-digital-wallet-project-endorsed-by-all-coalition-partners/

 

Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest on Chinese Visitors
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering the low season. Thai Tourism operators may struggle with low incoming tourists after the Songkran Holidays.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325759-thailand-enters-low-tourism-season-hopes-rest-on-chinese-visitors/

 

Video Shows Taxi Striking Pedestrian at Bangkok Crosswalk: Public Outcry Ignites Debate on Road Safety Laws
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Bangkok—On April 23rd, 2024, Thai social media users posted a video of a pedestrian being hit by a taxi while legally crossing the road at a crosswalk in front of Asiatique The Riverfront, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325760-video-shows-taxi-striking-pedestrian-at-bangkok-crosswalk-public-outcry-ignites-debate/

 

Oldest person found at 114 years old, living in Krabi

 

Picture: Daily News

 

On April 23, 2024, officials from Krabi conducted health check-ups for two elderly people over 100 years old: Mrs. Sa Bohna, 104, and Mrs. Li Faon, 103. Both require close care due to their age.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325764-oldest-person-found-at-114-years-old-living-in-krabi/

 

Phuket immigration arrest Syrian fugitive with fake passports

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Phuket Immigration Police apprehended Mr. Mohannad Almazi, a 52-year-old Syrian national, who attempted to flee the war using fake passports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325767-phuket-immigration-arrest-syrian-fugitive-with-fake-passports/

 

 

Horrific accident claims 4 lives, injures 6

 

 

A collision involving trucks has resulted in 4 deaths and 6 injuries. The incident occurred when a pickup truck crossed lanes and collided with several vehicles, causing the fatalities and injuries. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325769-horrific-accident-claims-4-lives-injures-6/

Former officials to face charges for 2004 Tak Bai massacre
 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Nine former officials linked to the 2004 Tak Bai massacre will face criminal charges as the case approaches its 20-year statute of limitations. Lawyers for the victims' families are spearheading the legal action, intending to file charges including unlawful detention, murder, and malfeasance at the Narathiwat Provincial Court.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325772-former-officials-to-face-charges-for-2004-tak-bai-massacre/

Chicken factory extortion scandal rocks Thai police force
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A scandal erupted in Nakhon Pathom as eight officers from Samkwaipuak Police Station face suspension over allegations of extortion totalling 200,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325773-chicken-factory-extortion-scandal-rocks-thai-police-force/

 

Drunk driver strikes police officer in early morning Patong collision
by Mitch Connor

 

Image courtesy of Patong Police

 

A drunk driver in Patong, Phuket, collided with a police officer on patrol early this morning. The incident occurred near Patong Hospital at the intersection of Phra Mettha Road and Sai Nam Yen Road. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325774-drunk-driver-strikes-police-officer-in-early-morning-patong-collision/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 24 April 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325775-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-24-april-2024/

 

French national arrested for selling drugs to Koh Phangan tourists

 

Mr. Ilan, a French national, apprehended at a hotel bar in Koh Phangan District. Photo courtesy of Khaosod

 

Surat Thani police officers arrested Mr. Ilan, a 41-year-old French national, at a hotel bar in Koh Phangan District, Surat Thani Province, on April 23, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325776-french-national-arrested-for-selling-drugs-to-koh-phangan-tourists/

 

Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai Airport joins customer experience elite
by Top

 

Photo courtesy of Travel and Tour World

 

Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) clinched the coveted spot as the 100th accredited airport in ACI World’s Customer Experience Accreditation Programme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325778-mae-fah-luang-chiang-rai-airport-joins-customer-experience-elite/

 

Minister warns against fake Labubu doll scam
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of  Bangkok Post

 

Reports of a sinister scam preying on Labubu doll enthusiasts have flooded in, warned Prime Minister’s Office Minister Puangpet Chunlaiad.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325780-minister-warns-against-fake-labubu-doll-scam/

 

Narathiwat raid nets three bomb suspects, hunting for a fourth
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A joint operation between police, military, and administrative officials in Narathiwat province has led to the arrest of three individuals suspected of orchestrating a bomb attack in front of a convenience store in the district of Chanae, southern Thailand. The suspects confessed to the crime, paving the way for a manhunt for a fourth accomplice.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325781-narathiwat-raid-nets-three-bomb-suspects-hunting-for-a-fourth/

 

Wan Lai festival in Pattaya overshadowed by widespread thefts
 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

The Wan Lai festival in Pattaya should be a time of joy and celebration, but unfortunately, it has been marred by the distressing news of rampant thefts. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325786-wan-lai-festival-in-pattaya-overshadowed-by-widespread-thefts/

 

Intoxicated Man with Knife Arrested After Hospital Scare

 

Picture courtesy of ch3plus

 

An intoxicated man caused alarm at Chularat 11 Hospital in Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao, entering with a knife before falling asleep in a patient observation room.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325788-intoxicated-man-with-knife-arrested-after-hospital-scare/

 

Thai Man Arrested in Connection with Japanese Man's Murder in Nonthaburi

 

Photo via Facebook/ คุยข่าว เมืองนนท์

 

Police have arrested a Thai man linked to the murder and dismemberment of a Japanese man in Nonthaburi, near Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325789-thai-man-arrested-in-connection-with-japanese-mans-murder-in-nonthaburi/

 

Bangkok sizzles at 40°C, heatwave scorches Thailand at 43°C
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of wirestock, Freepik

 

Thailand is currently experiencing sweltering heat, with temperatures soaring to a blistering 43 degrees Celsius in some areas, while Bangkok faces highs of around 40 degrees Celsius.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325794-bangkok-sizzles-at-40°c-heatwave-scorches-thailand-at-43°c/

Thai Government Contemplates Loan for Digital Wallet Program

 

Picture courtesy of Sanook
 

The Thai government is contemplating borrowing 172.3 billion baht from the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) to partly finance its digital wallet initiative.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325797-thai-government-contemplates-loan-for-digital-wallet-program/

British tourist fined for getting car stuck on Phuket beach

 

Picture: Kamela Police

 

A British tourist found himself in a sticky situation after getting his rental car stuck in sand on Phuket's Kamala Beach.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325799-british-tourist-fined-for-getting-car-stuck-on-phuket-beach/

 

UPDATE: Bangkok taxi driver hits pedestrian at Asiatique

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

A man was hit by a taxi as he was crossing a crosswalk legally in front of Asiatique The Riverfront in Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok. The incident was captured on video and shared on Thai social media, causing widespread shock and anger.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325760-video-shows-taxi-striking-pedestrian-at-bangkok-crosswalk-public-outcry-ignites-debate/?do=findComment&comment=18866991

Justice Minister Refutes Allegations of Misconduct Over Thaksin's Hospital Discharge

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong has stood firm against a recent petition asking the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to investigate the ministry's alleged misconduct relating to Thaksin Shinawatra's release from the hospital and parole.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325814-justice-minister-refutes-allegations-of-misconduct-over-thaksins-hospital-discharge/

 

Thai woman spills beans on corrupt cop’s love-linked traffic fines

 

Photo via Facebook/ ขอนแก่นมีด่านบอกด้วย แจ้งข่าว and ThaiRath

 

A Thai policewoman shed light on police corruption through social media posts, accusing a fellow police officer at Mueang Khon Kaen Police Station of directing traffic fine payments into his alleged girlfriend's bank account.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325816-thai-woman-spills-beans-on-corrupt-cop’s-love-linked-traffic-fines/

 

Phuket gets new Australian Consul-General

 

Photo courtesy of Phuket News

 

Penny Wong, Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs, announced the appointment of Kirsten Fletcher as the new Consul-General for Phuket and surrounding areas.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325823-phuket-gets-new-australian-consul-general/

 

PEA advises on cost-effective air conditioners amid Thai heat

 

Image: Freepik

 

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Thailand is offering advice on how to use air conditioning systems effectively without racking up extensive electricity costs in the ongoing heat.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325824-pea-advises-on-cost-effective-air-conditioners-amid-thai-heat/

 

Man shot dead on cassava farm in Udon Thani, police seek motive

 

Image courtesy of Khaosod

 

A man was tragically killed on a cassava farm in the Thai province of Udon Thani, sparking a police search for the person behind this crime. The police are looking into various reasons for this attack, including personal or romantic disagreements.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325826-man-shot-dead-on-cassava-farm-in-udon-thani-police-seek-motive/

 

Govt spokesman assures Move Forward MP: Rama 2 road completion set for next year

 

File photo : Construction on Rama 2 road / Image credits to Thai PBS

 

A spokesperson for the government, Chai Wacharonke, asserted today that all construction projects on the Rama 2 Road will be finished by next year. This completion is expected to significantly ease the current traffic congestion.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325828-govt-spokesman-assures-move-forward-mp-rama-2-road-completion-set-for-next-year/