Popular Post webfact Posted April 30 Popular Post Share Posted April 30 Picture Facebook Chonburi News Rick Brown, a 57-year-old American who resides in Pattaya, Thailand, has been praised online for his generous actions towards local children. Known on TikTok as Savvy Rick Brown, he has started giving away helmets to children seen riding motorcycles without them. American Expat in Pattaya Gains Appreciation for Giving Out Free Bike Helmets Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326255-american-expat-in-pattaya-gains-appreciation-for-giving-out-free-bike-helmets/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted April 30 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 30 Ex-Police Chief's Wife Suspected of Seeking UK Citizenship to Escape Charges Photo courtesy of Sanook.com Nipapan Sukwimon, wife of Pol. Gen. Torsak Sukwimon, the former Thai police chief, is reportedly applying for British nationality. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326276-ex-police-chiefs-wife-suspected-of-seeking-uk-citizenship-to-escape-charges/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 30 Author Share Posted April 30 Foreigner Assaults Phuket Tuk Tuk Driver Over Fare Disagreement Video screenshot Facebook Oiltuktukpatong Saranate The episode of a foreigner physically assaulting a tuk tuk driver in Phuket, identified only as Abdulloh, was captured via dash cam and shared by two Facebook users. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326277-foreigner-assaults-phuket-tuk-tuk-driver-over-fare-disagreement/ 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 30 Author Share Posted April 30 Thailand Tourism Seeks Boost Following Cabinet Reshuffle File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Wikipedia Following a recent cabinet reshuffle, Thailand's tourism operators are calling for greater inter-ministerial collaboration to continue the nation's development as a tourism and aviation hub. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326278-thailand-tourism-seeks-boost-following-cabinet-reshuffle/ 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 30 Author Share Posted April 30 Thai airports to expand for tourism boost File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Wikipedia Thailand's Airports of Thailand (AOT) Public Company Limited is investing $4.8 billion in significant expansions at major airports Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang. This move is to prepare for a predicted increase in tourism as the global Coronavirus pandemic subsides. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326279-thai-airports-to-expand-for-tourism-boost/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted April 30 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 30 Baht Slides: Economic Impacts for Thailand File photo for reference only. Thailand's currency, the baht, has been depreciating significantly, sparking discussions about its future. It reached a six-month low, dropping below 37 to the US dollar. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326281-baht-slides-economic-impacts-for-thailand/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 30 Author Share Posted April 30 Thanathorn Continues Senate Candidate Search despite EC Warnings Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit. File photo courtesy of Wikipedia Progressive Group's Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit has declared he will maintain his campaign to encourage public participation in the upcoming senatorial elections, despite warnings from the Election Commission (EC) that his actions are unlawful. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326282-thanathorn-continues-senate-candidate-search-despite-ec-warnings/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted April 30 Author Share Posted April 30 Air Force Pursues 3 Billion Baht Compensation from AOT Over Golf Course Usage File photo courtesy of ThaiPBS The Royal Thai Air Force is demanding compensation of 3 billion baht from Airports of Thailand (AOT) for proposed use of Kantarat Golf Course, located between two main airport runways, to expand Don Mueang International Airport. The information was communicated by Jirayu Huangsap, the Defence Ministry spokesperson. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326283-air-force-pursues-3-billion-baht-compensation-from-aot-over-golf-course-usage/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Koh Larn Water Shortage Worsens Amid Heat Wave File photo for reference only. Thailand's island of Koh Larn, just off Pattaya's coast, is grappling with severe water scarcity due to an ongoing heat wave. Inhabitants and tourists alike struggle with a shortage of clean, drinkable water, as the supply fails to meet burgeoning demand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326284-koh-larn-water-shortage-worsens-amid-heat-wave/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 1 May 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326285-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-1-may-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Thai Wage Hike Postponement Leaves Low-Income Earners Disappointed File photo Facebook NNT The Thai government's delay in implementing a promised wage increase has caused uproar among workers who will have to wait until October for the minimum wage to rise to 400 baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326287-thai-wage-hike-postponement-leaves-low-income-earners-disappointed/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 1 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 1 Noisy Unlicensed Pattaya Villa Shut Down, Peace Restored for Locals File photo for reference only. Pattaya authorities conducted a raid of a noisy, unlicensed pool villa following residents’ complaints about continual loud music and parties. The raid, which took place yesterday evening, signified a return to peace for the local community. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326289-noisy-unlicensed-pattaya-villa-shut-down-peace-restored-for-locals/ 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Distracted Driving Causes Fatal Collision in Lampang Picture courtesy of Istock for reference only A fatal road accident occurred in Lampang today, when a woman dropped her phone while driving. Her attention diverted, she swerved, causing a head-on collision with a sedan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326290-distracted-driving-causes-fatal-collision-in-lampang/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 1 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 1 Foreign Tourist Robbed of Gold Necklace While Asleep on Pattaya Street Picture courtesy of The Pattaya News A Laotian tourist, Detnakhon Inthakoummane, aged 37, reported being robbed of his 80,000 baht gold necklace while sleeping off intoxication on a street in Pattaya early Wednesday morning, May 1. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326294-foreign-tourist-robbed-of-gold-necklace-while-asleep-on-pattaya-street/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Two Thai Workers Honoured on Taiwan's Labour Day Picture of Teerasit Kiboonma (left) and Worapot Boonliem courtesy of Bangkok Post Two Thai nationals received employee awards during Taiwan's annual Labour Day ceremony, and were granted an audience with Taiwan’s President, Tsai Ing-wen. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326296-two-thai-workers-honoured-on-taiwans-labour-day/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 NHSO Launches Investigation into Bangkok Healthcare Complaints File photo for reference only The National Health Security Office (NHSO) in Bangkok is forming a team to investigate a surge in alleged malpractices at the city’s primary healthcare clinics. The move comes as a response to the 3,771 complaints that have been reported. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326298-nhso-launches-investigation-into-bangkok-healthcare-complaints/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 1 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 1 UPDATE: British Tourist Held for Attacking Thai Taxi Driver over Fare Picture courtesy of The Phuket Express A 31-year-old British man, identified only as Mr. Luke, has been detained by police in Krabi, Thailand for allegedly attacking a Tuk Tuk taxi driver. The incident occurred in Phuket following a disagreement over taxi fees. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326277-foreigner-assaults-phuket-tuk-tuk-driver-over-fare-disagreement/?do=findComment&comment=18882047 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Samut Sakhon Recycling Plant Battles Massive Fire Picture courtesy of Khaosod A major fire broke out at a recycling plant in Samut Sakhon, Thailand and kept emergency services occupied for over eight hours. The blaze, which began on April 30, spread rapidly, engulfing the entire facility and raging on into the early hours of the following day. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326304-samut-sakhon-recycling-plant-battles-massive-fire/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Former Bangkok Teacher Arrested for Assaulting Student Picture courtesy of Khaosod A 44-year-old ex-primary school teacher, identified as Somkiat, has been apprehended in Bangkok for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old student in the presence of her younger sister. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326305-former-bangkok-teacher-arrested-for-assaulting-student/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted May 1 Popular Post Share Posted May 1 Thaksin Enjoys a Busy Walking Street in Phuket on Monday Night Photo courtesy of Thai PBS Former Prime Minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, paid a visit to Phuket Island, which turned out to be his second trip after being released on parole from three corruption charges in February. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326313-thaksin-enjoys-a-busy-walking-street-in-phuket-on-monday-night/ 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Microsoft Set to Launch Its First Data Centre in Thailand File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google Microsoft has announced plans to establish its first regional data centre in Thailand. The tech heavyweight said this move aims to enhance access to cloud services. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326314-microsoft-set-to-launch-its-first-data-centre-in-thailand/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Suvarnabhumi Airport Aims for Top Spot in 2025 Rankings Photo courtesy of NNT BANGKOK (NNT) - Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) remains hopeful that by next year, Suvarnabhumi Airport will be among the world's top 50 airports. Consistent improvements to the airport's facilities and services over the last ten years have boosted its global rank from 68th in 2023 to 58th in 2024, according to the Skytrax World's Best Airports ranking. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326316-suvarnabhumi-airport-aims-for-top-spot-in-2025-rankings/photo courtesy of NNT 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Thai police shut down major illegal online betting networks Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Thai police recently made a major dent in the online gambling world by shutting down two illegal betting websites. The mission, known as ZERO BET, resulted in the confiscation of cash and luxury goods amounting nearly to 10 million baht (US$270,000) in cash, and goods valued at over 60 million baht (US$1.6 million). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326322-thai-police-shut-down-major-illegal-online-betting-networks/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Illegal Activities, Including Drugs and Minors, Uncovered in Nakhon Phanom Pub Raid Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Police in Nakhon Phanom arrested the operators of a popular pub, AEC Nakhon Phanom, following multiple legal violations including allowing minors inside, hosting indecent performances, and operating beyond permitted hours. Drug use among the customers was also discovered. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326323-illegal-activities-including-drugs-and-minors-uncovered-in-nakhon-phanom-pub-raid/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Couple in Bangkok arrested for illegal online ammunition sales Photo courtesy of The Thaiger The Thai police have arrested a couple for selling bullets online, as part of a major effort to stop illegal arms trading. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326326-couple-in-bangkok-arrested-for-illegal-online-ammunition-sales/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Additional firefighters dispatched to battle fire at paper recycling facility Photo courtesy of Thai PBS The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has dispatched 10 more fire trucks and around 30 firefighters to Samut Sakhon province this morning. The crew was sent to help extinguish a fire at a scrap paper recycling facility. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326327-additional-firefighters-dispatched-to-battle-fire-at-paper-recycling-facility/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Family Seeks Answers About Thai Woman's Unexplained Death in Malaysia File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google A family in Thailand is seeking justice for the suspicious death of a 26-year-old woman in Malaysia. The woman's husband and mother, aged 25 and 49 respectively, are questioning the circumstances surrounding her death. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326329-family-seeks-answers-about-thai-womans-unexplained-death-in-malaysia/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 1 Share Posted May 1 Female Boxer Arrested for Attacking a Teen in a Jealous Rage in Buriram File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google A 26-year-old former female boxer has been apprehended after she allegedly assaulted a 15-year-old girl she believed was interested in her ex-partner during a Songkran festival party. The girl, known as Aswarin, sustained severe injuries after the ex-boxer, who was reportedly intoxicated, used Muay Thai moves on her. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326332-female-boxer-arrested-for-attacking-a-teen-in-a-jealous-rage-in-buriram/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 to continue: Thailand Live Thursday 2 May 2024 https://aseannow.com/topic/1326341-thailand-live-thursday-2-may-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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