Popular Post webfact Posted May 9 Popular Post Share Posted May 9 News broke into the public domain yesterday, May 8, as a foreign family sparked national outrage after allowing their daughter to urinate publicly at Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaew, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Wat Phra Kaew is not just a major tourist attraction but also a site deeply revered by Thais. Public Indecency at Wat Phra Kaew Spurs National Outrage and Debate Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326906-public-indecency-at-wat-phra-kaew-spurs-national-outrage-and-debate/ Photo courtesy of The Thaiger 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 9 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 9 UK Ambassador and Phuket Governor Discuss Safety Measures for Tourists Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Tourist safety took the forefront in a recent dialogue held between Mark Gooding, the British Ambassador to Thailand, and Sophon Suwannarat, Governor of Phuket. The pivotal discussion held on May 7 at the Phuket Provincial Hall, dealt with measures to escalate the safety of tourists in the well-known Thai province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326907-uk-ambassador-and-phuket-governor-discuss-safety-measures-for-tourists/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 9 Author Share Posted May 9 PM Srettha's Diplomatic Mission to France, Italy, and Japan Picture credit Sretthas' X Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is set to embark on a diplomatic journey to France and Italy from May 15 to 21, followed by a visit to Japan from May 22 to 24. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326925-pm-sretthas-diplomatic-mission-to-france-italy-and-japan/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 9 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 9 Anutin alleges betrayal in parliament over cannabis legislation Anutin Charnvirakul. File photo courtesy of Thai PBS Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul accuses his Bhumjaithai party of being deceived in parliament concerning a bill related to the decriminalisation of cannabis. Despite passing the initial reading, the bill has faced obstruction, leaving the party feeling misled. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326926-anutin-alleges-betrayal-in-parliament-over-cannabis-legislation/ 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 9 Author Share Posted May 9 Thai Airways Introduces Enhanced Mobile App Upgrade Picture courtesy of Travel Daily Media Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has rolled out an updated version of its mobile app, tailored to Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) members. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326927-thai-airways-introduces-enhanced-mobile-app-upgrade/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 9 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 9 Court Fines NACC for Prawit Watch Investigation Picture courtesy of Matichon weekly In a recent development in Thailand, the Central Administrative Court has fined the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and its office for withholding information regarding a probe into former deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwon's collection of luxury watches. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326928-court-fines-nacc-for-prawit-watch-investigation/ 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 9 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 9 UPDATE: Anutin Concerned About Reclassifying Cannabis in Thailand Picture courtesy of Daily News Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, expressed concerns regarding the proposal to reclassify cannabis as a type 5 illegal narcotic drug. FFull story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326926-anutin-alleges-betrayal-in-parliament-over-cannabis-legislation/?do=findComment&comment=18903639 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 9 Author Share Posted May 9 Patong Arrest: Russian Man Caught with Magic Mushroom Picture courtesy of Matichon In a recent incident in Patong, a 29-year-old Russian tourist was apprehended by local authorities for possessing a magic mushroom, a substance deemed illegal under Thailand's category 5 drugs classification. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326929-patong-arrest-russian-man-caught-with-magic-mushroom/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 9 Author Share Posted May 9 Phuket Authorities Take a Stand Against Pollution for Tourism and Ecosystem Picture courtesy of Daily News Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE), Police General Patcharawat Wongsuwan, has mandated a rigorous action against pollution in Phuket. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326933-phuket-authorities-take-a-stand-against-pollution-for-tourism-and-ecosystem/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 10 May 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326934-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-10-may-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Thai Government Gears Up for FIFA Congress Picture courtesy of National News Bureau of Thailand Thailand is all set to host the historic 74th FIFA Congress from May 13-17 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. This marks a significant moment for Thailand as the first ASEAN nation and the fifth in Asia to host this renowned global football gathering. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326937-thai-government-gears-up-for-fifa-congress/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Guard Stops Sandal Thief at Mall in Nonthaburi Picture courtesy: Sanook In an audacious act of theft, a woman was apprehended attempting to leave a Lacoste store wearing unpaid sandals at a shopping mall in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326939-guard-stops-sandal-thief-at-mall-in-nonthaburi/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Chon Buri Motorcycle-Truck Collision Leaves Pair Critically Injured Picture courtesy: bouncenationkenya In Chon Buri, a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck led to critical injuries for two individuals, one in dire condition. Surveillance footage reveals the incident occurred when the pickup driver unexpectedly opened their door, causing the oncoming motorcyclist to collide forcibly. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326940-chon-buri-motorcycle-truck-collision-leaves-pair-critically-injured/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Two pairs of sacred oxen have been selected for the Ploughing Ceremony Picture courtesy: Manager online Two sacred oxen, Por and Piang, have been chosen for this year’s Ploughing Ceremony at Sanam Luang, Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326941-two-pairs-of-sacred-oxen-have-been-selected-for-the-ploughing-ceremony/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 UPDATE: New Seaplane Service Set for Phuket to Boost Tourism by Year-End A seaplane service is scheduled to start operating in Phuket by the end of the year. This development, an initiative by the Transport Ministry, aims to boost tourism and is a part of the government's aviation hub policy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326911-first-seaplane-tourism-launched-in-phuket-by-thai-deputy-minister-of-transport/?do=findComment&comment=18904304 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Austrian Man Detained for Overstaying Visa by 920 Days Picture courtesy: maharasadorn Immigration police have arrested an Austrian national in Buriram for overstaying his visa by a whopping 920 days. The arrest was presided over by police commander Piyanan Totosakulwong, deputy police commander Manuwat Gosanan, and led by investigator Wisut Suwanphaisit. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326944-austrian-man-detained-for-overstaying-visa-by-920-days/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Worker's Heroic Act Ends Tragically in Map Ta Phut Fire Picture courtesy: Facebook ZOOM Rayong ซูมระยอง A 36-year-old employee's heroic attempt to shut a tank valve before a gasoline explosion cost him his life at a fire in Map Ta Phut, Rayong province. The incident led to several injuries, with the fire battled for over eight hours. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326945-workers-heroic-act-ends-tragically-in-map-ta-phut-fire/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 BTS Skytrain Responds to Assault Allegations, Ensures Timely Action Picture courtesy: Wikimedia The company operating Bangkok's Skytrain services, Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC), recently denied claims of slow reaction to an assault on a woman at Kheha station. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326948-bts-skytrain-responds-to-assault-allegations-ensures-timely-action/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Pregnant Woman Alleges Sexual Assault by Thai Doctor Credit: Photo via YouTube ThaiRath A Thai doctor has been accused of sexually assaulting a pregnant woman during a prenatal consultation at a clinic in Samut Prakarn province, near Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326949-pregnant-woman-alleges-sexual-assault-by-thai-doctor/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Doubts Over Thai Senatorial Election Raised Amid Possible Manipulation File photo for reference only. The upcoming Thai senatorial election has raised suspicion of potential manipulation. Concerns about the legitimacy of the voting results were voiced during a panel discussion by Associate Professor Prinya Thaewanarumitkul from Thammasat University’s Faculty of Law, predicting that the July 2 deadline for the Election Commission’s (EC) results is unlikely to be met. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326950-doubts-over-thai-senatorial-election-raised-amid-possible-manipulation/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Thailand Confirms 13 Cases of New Covid FliRT Sub-variants Picture credit: Thai Rath The constant evolution of the Covid-19 virus has led to the discovery of 13 cases of two new sub-variants of the JN.1 strain, known as KP.2 and KP.3, from the FliRT group, in Thailand. The head of the Department of Medical Sciences, Dr. Yongyuth Thammawut, revealed this news recently. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326952-thailand-confirms-13-cases-of-new-covid-flirt-sub-variants/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 Fatal Accident in Chiang Mai Claims Five Lives Including Pregnant Woman Picture courtesy: Thai Rath A tragic car crash in Chiang Mai province led to the death of five people, including a pregnant woman carrying her unborn child. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326953-fatal-accident-in-chiang-mai-claims-five-lives-including-pregnant-woman/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 10 Author Share Posted May 10 British Man Arrested in Bangkok Over Defamation Claims by Phuket Restaurant Picture courtesy: Khaosod A 21-years-old British man, known as Alexander, has been arrested in Bangkok for allegedly defaming a restaurant in Phuket. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326955-british-man-arrested-in-bangkok-over-defamation-claims-by-phuket-restaurant/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Thailand Set to Host the First WUWM Conference in Southeast Asia File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google Thailand has been selected to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) annual conference for the first time in Southeast Asia. The conference, which will take place from May 15-17, 2024, at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok, highlights Thailand's standing as a key agricultural center. Participants will also tour Talad Thai, the largest fully integrated wholesale agricultural market in the ASEAN. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326960-thailand-set-to-host-the-first-wuwm-conference-in-southeast-asia/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Free Trade Agreement Nearing Completion Between Thailand and EU Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Thailand is close to concluding a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) within this year. The agreement, part of efforts to stop illegal and unruly fishing activities, came to light during the Europe Day 2024 celebrations in Bangkok, hosted by the EU embassy. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326962-free-trade-agreement-nearing-completion-between-thailand-and-eu/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Thailand and Saudi Arabia partner to enhance health and wellness tourism Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Saudi Arabia's health and wellness tourism sector is expected to benefit greatly through planned collaborations with Thailand. Concurrently, hopes are that more skilled Thai labor will find work in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Commerce Minister, Majid bin Abdullah al-Kassabi, met with Thai health officials at the Public Health Ministry, including Minister Somsak Thepsuthin and Permanent Secretary Dr Opas Karnkawinpong. The purpose of the meeting was to talk about ways to bolster their public health partnership. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326963-thailand-and-saudi-arabia-partner-to-enhance-health-and-wellness-tourism/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Assets worth 44.6 million baht seized from corrupt former DSI chief Photo courtesy of The Thaiger The former chief of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), Tarit Pengdit, known for alleged corruption, was dealt a major setback. The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases has authorized the seizure of his assets, totaling 44.6 million baht. This significant move was announced yesterday by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and contributes to the ongoing investigation into Tarit's unknown wealth. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326964-assets-worth-446-million-baht-seized-from-corrupt-former-dsi-chief/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Thai Cyber Police Confiscate Illicit Pharmaceuticals and Sex Toys in Yala Raid Photo courtesy of The Thaiger In another significant episode of law enforcement, Thai Cyber Police have seized a large haul of illegal pharmaceuticals and sex toys from a 43-year-old vendor in Yala province, Thailand today. The raid, precipitated by an undercover purchase, took place at a second-hand car tent, believed to be the base for this expansive illegal enterprise. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326965-thai-cyber-police-confiscate-illicit-pharmaceuticals-and-sex-toys-in-yala-raid/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Concerns rise over Thaksin's unofficial involvement in Myanmar's civil war File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Microsoft Bing The former prime minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, has tried to intervene in the civil war in Myanmar. He did this by secretly meeting with groups opposing the military regime. Irrawaddy online reports that these moves have not sat well with any of the parties involved, including Myanmar's military leaders. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326969-concerns-rise-over-thaksins-unofficial-involvement-in-myanmars-civil-war/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Thai Prime Minister Begins Diplomatic Tour in Europe and Japan Photo courtesy of NNT The Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha Thavisin, along with a team, is set to visit France, Italy, and Japan. During his visit to France, Thavisin intends to lead a group of Thai business leaders at the Thailand – France Business Forum & Roundtable. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326970-thai-prime-minister-begins-diplomatic-tour-in-europe-and-japan/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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