Thailand Video News May 20: Brit discovered dead under mysterious circumstances in hotel

[Video News]

 

 

Delve into diverse news stories in the Good Morning Thailand program, hosted by Alex and Jay. This episode covers tragedy, violence, environmental issues, and politics from across Thailand and beyond.

 

1. **Brit Found Dead in Thailand Hotel Room**: Simon Brown, 47, from South Wales, was discovered dead in his Thailand hotel room. Family seeks funds for repatriation. Investigation ongoing.

 

2. **Israeli Girl Dies in Tuk Tuk Accident**: Five-year-old Nbaa Bahnasi from Jerusalem died in a tuk tuk accident on Patong Beach Road. Police are investigating the incident.

 

3. **Durian Vendor’s Ex-Partner Shoots Two**: In Suphan Buri, a jealous ex-wife shot durian vendor Aphichot and his current wife, Thiporada. Both are hospitalized, and the ex-wife is in custody.

 

4. **10-Year-Old Rice Auction Resumes**: Thailand resumes auction of 10-year-old rice after safety tests confirm no contamination. The government aims to maximize returns from stocks.

 

5. **Thailand May Move Capital Due to Rising Sea Levels**: Bangkok faces severe flood risk from climate change. Thailand considers relocating its capital and is exploring protective measures.

 

6. **Endangered Sea Turtles Released in Thailand**: Scientists released 11 one-year-old endangered leatherback sea turtles into the Indian Ocean from Phuket, tracking them for conservation.

 

7. **Malaysia Overtakes Thailand in Auto Market**: Malaysia surpasses Thailand as Southeast Asia's second-largest auto market due to strong domestic sales and government incentives.

 

8. **Indonesia’s Ibu Volcano Erupts**: Mount Ibu erupts, prompting evacuation of nearby villages. Indonesia's volcanology agency raised the alert level due to increased activity.

 

9. **Vietnam Nominates New President**: Vietnam nominates Public Security Minister To Lam as president amid ongoing anti-corruption efforts. National Assembly approval is expected.