THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 11 May 2024

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On the morning of May 9th, 2024, at 10 am, local law enforcement in Mueang Chachoengsao, Chachoengsao, were alerted about a fire at a large private marijuana warehouse.

 

Huge Fire Breaks Out at Marijuana Farm Warehouse in Chachoengsao, No Casualties Reported

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326989-huge-fire-breaks-out-at-marijuana-farm-warehouse-in-chachoengsao-no-casualties-reported/

 

Photo courtesy of The Pattaya News

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Deputy PM sets sights on taking down influential figures in Phuket

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

The Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul, has launched a campaign to curb the influence of powerful Thai and foreign figures in Phuket. The announcement of this initiative was made to 550 officers at the Phuket Provincial Police Station, targeting criminal networks backed by these influential figures.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326982-deputy-pm-sets-sights-on-taking-down-influential-figures-in-phuket/

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Future of Thai Cannabis at Stake: Activists Defend against Reclassification Proposal

 

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In a recent dispute that pits public health against political agendas, calls to reconsider the reclassification of cannabis as a type 5 narcotic illegal drug have emerged. These pleas come in response to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's proposal to reinstate cannabis as a controlled substance.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326971-future-of-thai-cannabis-at-stake-activists-defend-against-reclassification-proposal/

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Thai Airways Confronts Social Media Storm Over Faulty Seats

 

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In response to a deluge of grievances on social media, Thai Airways has acknowledged the presence of malfunctioning seats on eight of its aircraft. They promise to have it sorted by July this year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327010-thai-airways-confronts-social-media-storm-over-faulty-seats/

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Anutin Joins PM in Pot Stand, Urges Arrests of Foreigners

 

Anutin Charnvirakul. Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

In a bold move, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul orders the arrest of foreigners operating cannabis outlets illegally in Thailand. The widely criticised decision follows a government-led initiative to upscale the regulation of recreational marijuana trading in the country. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327011-anutin-joins-pm-in-pot-stand-urges-arrests-of-foreigners/

 

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Coalition Fractures as Prayut's Party Denied Key Defence Portfolio

 

File photo courtesy: Thay Rath

 

Tensions within Thailand's current ruling coalition surfaced today, as the Ruam Thai Sang Chart party, led by former Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, expressed discontent over being denied a key defence portfolio in the latest cabinet reshuffle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327014-coalition-fractures-as-prayuts-party-denied-key-defence-portfolio/

 

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Terrifying Blaze Devastates Turkish Tourist's Pattaya Home

 

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

In Pattaya, a holiday became a nightmare for Turkish tourist Ismail Ceyhun Balaban, when a fire decimated his temporary abode around 9:06 PM on Thursday, May 9. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327015-terrifying-blaze-devastates-turkish-tourists-pattaya-home/

 

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Jobless Man Fatally Strikes Friend with Potted Plant

 

Picture courtesy; Thai Rath

 

In a small district in Thailand, Sri Racha, an unemployed man stands accused of fatally beating his friend, whom he was staying with, with a plant pot early on Thursday morning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327016-jobless-man-fatally-strikes-friend-with-potted-plant/

 

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Model Accused in over 10M Baht Forex Fraud Scandal

 

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In a jolting revelation today, a high-profile Thai model known for his charming presence and lavish lifestyle has been apprehended for allegedly orchestrating a Forex fraud that siphoned off more than 10 million baht (£217,000) from unsuspecting investors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327018-model-accused-in-over-10m-baht-forex-fraud-scandal/

 

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Lampang Tragedy: Teenager Dies, Passenger Injured in Midnight Motorcycle Accident

 

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During the early hours of yesterday, tragedy struck Lampang City as a teenage girl tragically lost her life in a motorcycle accident. The unfortunate event, which also left her 16-year-old passenger injured, happened at 2:50am on May 10, right on the heart of the city's busy Phaholyothin Road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327024-lampang-tragedy-teenager-dies-passenger-injured-in-midnight-motorcycle-accident/

 

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Bangkok Chef Arrested For Teen Employee's Rape: Ignites Workplace Safety Debate

 

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A 25-year-old chef from a popular Bangkok eatery was arrested yesterday following allegations of assault and rape of a 16-year-old member of his staff, leading to serious concerns about workplace safety for young employees.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327025-bangkok-chef-arrested-for-teen-employees-rape-ignites-workplace-safety-debate/

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Thai Banks To Face Rigorous Compliance Regulations Starting June

 

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Thailand is set to implement stringent new compliance regulations for customers opening bank accounts, in response to a sharp rise in the misuse of these accounts for illicit or fraudulent activities. From November last year through the present, Thai authorities have closed over 300,000 "mule" accounts. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327027-thai-banks-to-face-rigorous-compliance-regulations-starting-june/

 

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Thai U-Turn on Cannabis: Protests and Lawsuits Loom

 

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Thailand's recent decision to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has sparked widespread outrage, threatening to ignite street protests and cause a flurry of lawsuits brought by an industry built on the promise of decriminalisation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327028-thai-u-turn-on-cannabis-protests-and-lawsuits-loom/

 

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Mother Exposes Phoney Facebook Adoption Ring Using Her Children's Photos

 

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NATIONAL - A shocking adoption scam that exploits the imagery of innocent families has recently been unveiled on Facebook by a horrified mother. The fraudulent posts offered the adoption of children depicted in stolen photos, a chilling revelation that has sparked widespread public outrage and concern.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327030-mother-exposes-phoney-facebook-adoption-ring-using-her-childrens-photos/

 

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Wissanu Krea-ngam named Bangkok Post Chairman

 

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Former Deputy Prime Minister and noted legal acumen, Wissanu Krea-ngam, habitually navigating General Prayut Chan-o-cha's government's political intricacies, now finds himself at the helm of the prestigious Bangkok Post.

 

Fulll story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327031-wissanu-krea-ngam-named-bangkok-post-chairman/

 

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