Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Electric scooters that can be rented through an app are now popping up in popular tourist spots in Pattaya. This has raised questions from locals about their legality and potential problems they could cause. Electric Scooter Rentals Surface in Pattaya, Prompting Legal Issues Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327518-electric-scooter-rentals-surface-in-pattaya-prompting-legal-issues/ File photo for reference only. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Bangkok authorities crack down on vapes, raiding stores Image courtesy of Daily News Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya authorities cracked down on the sale of vapes near schools, seizing 1.6 million baht worth of products. Led by the Consumer Protection Committee, the operation aims to protect public health, particularly children, from the dangers of nicotine addiction. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327528-bangkok-authorities-crack-down-on-vapes-raiding-stores/ 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Tourist Activities at Phuket's Cafe del Mar Disrupted by Taxi Conflict File photo for reference only. Taxi drivers near Cafe del Mar in Kamala, Phuket, have caused another disturbance affecting tourists. Kamala Police Station received a complaint about an incident that happened on Wednesday evening. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327533-tourist-activities-at-phukets-cafe-del-mar-disrupted-by-taxi-conflict/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Senators Petition Court to Consider Impeaching PM Srettha Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Picture courtesy: Wikipedia Today, a significant political development unfolded as a group of 40 acting senators petitioned the Constitutional Court to consider impeaching Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327547-senators-petition-court-to-consider-impeaching-pm-srettha/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Call for Caution on Potential Cannabis Recriminalisation Anutin Chanvirakul file photo courtesy: MCOT Concern is brewing around the potential reclassification of cannabis as a controlled narcotic substance. Deputy Government Spokesman Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, of the Bhumjaithai Party, highlighted the need for careful consideration on this issue. Legalised in 2022, cannabis has since impacted both the health and economic sectors significantly. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327548-call-for-caution-on-potential-cannabis-recriminalisation/ 1 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 17 Author Share Posted May 17 Assault Victim Seeks Justice in Bangkok Nightclub Attack Picture courtesy: Siam Rath A Thai man is seeking justice after being brutally assaulted by a thug outside a nightclub in Bangkok. His supposed "crime"? Protecting a female friend from harassment. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327549-assault-victim-seeks-justice-in-bangkok-nightclub-attack/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 17 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 17 Queen Silvia of Sweden Supports Children in Bangkok By Adam Judd Bangkok-A recent gala evening in Bangkok was dedicated to children who have difficult childhoods. Queen Silvia of Sweden, who founded “The World Childhood Foundation” decades ago, has helped raise over 60 million dollars worldwide. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327552-queen-silvia-of-sweden-supports-children-in-bangkok/ 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 18 Author Share Posted May 18 ‘Mother Of The Bride’ Joins List Of Hit Films Made In Thailand Image released by Netflix shows Chad Michael Murray and Brooke Shields in a scene from “Mother of the Bride.” Photo: Sasidis Sasisakulporn/Netflix via AP and published by Yahoo!News THAILAND’S status as a film-making hub has taken a major leap forward with the release of “Mother of the Bride”, a mushy 90-minute Netflix production that was panned by critics but hit 27 million views in the first four days. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327554-‘mother-of-the-bride’-joins-list-of-hit-films-made-in-thailand/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 18 Author Share Posted May 18 Thailand and France Strengthen Bilateral Relations Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was warmly greeted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, underscoring growing ties between the two nations. This marks their second encounter this year, following an initial meeting in March. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327556-thailand-and-france-strengthen-bilateral-relations/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 18 Author Share Posted May 18 Thailand's reversal on cannabis serves as a warning AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit Thailand’s prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, has called for a dramatic shift in the country's cannabis policy, directing that the plant be classified once more as a narcotic, restricting its use to medical and health purposes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327558-thailands-reversal-on-cannabis-serves-as-a-warning/ 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 Thailand to Host PRIDE NATION SAMUI FESTIVAL Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights Picture courtesy: National News Bureau of Thailand Thailand is gearing up for the much-anticipated “PRIDE NATION SAMUI INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL.” Scheduled to take place on Koh Samui Island next month, this event celebrates inclusivity and is expected to attract tourists from all around the world. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327559-thailand-to-host-pride-nation-samui-festival-supporting-lgbtq-rights/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted May 18 Author Share Posted May 18 Rider's Delivery Drama: Mistaken Identity Causes Romantic Confusion Picture via TikTok/ Courtesy: @basnobu23 A food delivery rider sparked online laughter after being mistaken for a customer's lover, only to become entangled in a comedic misunderstanding with her boyfriend. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327560-riders-delivery-drama-mistaken-identity-causes-romantic-confusion/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 PM Srettha Unaware of Thaksin’s Myanmar Rebel Talks Picture courtesy: Thai Rath Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin claimed today that he was not aware of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s recent meetings with representatives of Myanmar’s opposition groups and insisted Thailand is open to talks with all sides in the conflict-torn country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327562-pm-srettha-unaware-of-thaksin’s-myanmar-rebel-talks/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 Flash flood warning issued for 26 provinces due to heavy rain by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of The Nation Residents in 26 provinces have been alerted to the risk of flash floods starting today until May 25 as heavy rainfall is anticipated across various regions, prompting the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to intensify efforts to clear the city’s drainage system and install water pumps. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327563-flash-flood-warning-issued-for-26-provinces-due-to-heavy-rain/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 Phuket Monorail Plan Unveiled to Boost Tourism and Transport File photo courtesy: Eikipedia The Thai government has announced an ambitious plan to boost Phuket’s transportation infrastructure, including the introduction of a new monorail system that will connect the airport with Phuket Town. This comes as part of efforts to support the island’s growing economic and tourism sectors, which saw over 300 billion baht in circulation last year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327564-phuket-monorail-plan-unveiled-to-boost-tourism-and-transport/ 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 Southern Thailand: Locals unite to halt Land Bridge project by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World People’s networks from Ranong and Chumphon provinces rallied yesterday in front of the Lang Suan district office, vehemently opposing the controversial multi-billion baht Land Bridge project planned for their region. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327570-southern-thailand-locals-unite-to-halt-land-bridge-project/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted May 18 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 18 E-cigarette drug ring busted in Bangkok: Meth-infused vapes by Top Photo courtesy of Pattaya News Thai authorities announced the capture of an international drug ring after a dramatic raid on several Bangkok condominiums on Thursday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1327574-e-cigarette-drug-ring-busted-in-bangkok-meth-infused-vapes/ 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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