Popular Post webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Popular Post Posted June 10, 2024 The number of COVID-19 patients being admitted to hospitals in Thailand has risen to 2,762 between June 2 and 8, or an average of 395 patients daily. This figure is an increase from the previous week, which saw 1,863 cases, as reported by the COVID-19 Information Centre. Public encouraged to stay vigilant as COVID infections rises Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329418-public-encouraged-to-stay-vigilant-as-covid-infections-rises/ 1 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 10, 2024 Thai Prime Minister Calls Off Controversial 300-Baht Tourism Fee Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has rescinded the decision about the controversial 300-baht tourism fee. This fee was first proposed last year and has faced resistance from private businesses. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329419-thai-prime-minister-calls-off-controversial-300-baht-tourism-fee/ 3
webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Posted June 10, 2024 British man found dead under mysterious circumstances in a public park in Chiang Mai A 34-year-old British man, Dax Baker, was found dead in puzzling circumstances in a public park in Chiang Mai's city centre, a northern province of Thailand. An empty foil package, typically linked to drug use, was found near his body. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329408-british-man-found-dead-under-mysterious-circumstances-in-a-public-park-in-chiang-mai/ 2 1
webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Posted June 10, 2024 Thailand’s Aviation Ambitions Faced with Supply Chain Delays File photo. Source: Wikipedia Thailand's ambitious plan to become a leading aviation hub in Asia by 2030 is hitting roadblocks, largely due to global supply chain disruptions, as highlighted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329434-thailand’s-aviation-ambitions-faced-with-supply-chain-delays/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 10, 2024 Move Forward Party Preps for Future as Court Case Looms Picture courtesy: Thai Rath On the brink of potential dissolution by the Constitutional Court, the Move Forward Party (MFP) is preparing contingency plans, including identifying three potential leaders for a new party. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329435-move-forward-party-preps-for-future-as-court-case-looms/ 1 1 1
Popular Post webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 10, 2024 Thai PM Shrugs Off Thaksin’s Criticism of Prawit Prawit Wongsuwan. Picture courtesy: Thai Rath Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin today (June 10) downplayed recent criticism from de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Thaksin had sharply condemned Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329436-thai-pm-shrugs-off-thaksin’s-criticism-of-prawit/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 10, 2024 Allegations of Proxy Voting in Senatorial Election Spark Inquiry Picture courtesy: Siam Rath In a shocking turn of events, allegations that political parties employed proxy candidates to manipulate the recent senatorial election have surfaced. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329438-allegations-of-proxy-voting-in-senatorial-election-spark-inquiry/ 1 2
webfact Posted June 10, 2024 Author Posted June 10, 2024 Chiang Mai Statue Restoration Sparks Authenticity Debate Picture courtesy: Thai Rath Controversy has erupted in Chiang Mai over the restoration of a 400-year-old giant statue at Wat Umong Suan Phutthatham, a prominent historical temple in the northern Thai city. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329440-chiang-mai-statue-restoration-sparks-authenticity-debate/ 1 1
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 11 June 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329448-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-11-june-2024/
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Suzuki to Halt Car Production in Thailand by End of Next Year Suzuki Motor Corp has announced it will cease manufacturing cars and trucks in Thailand by the end of 2024. This move is part of a broader strategy to focus on the production of electric and hybrid vehicles in other regions. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329449-suzuki-to-halt-car-production-in-thailand-by-end-of-next-year/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 11, 2024 Eight Companies Compete to Bid for Decade-old Rice File photo credit: Thai Rath Eight companies have submitted their qualifications to bid for 15,000 tonnes of decade-old rice. This rice is left over from the Yingluck administration's rice-pledging scheme. The Public Warehouse Organisation (PWO) received the documents yesterday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329450-eight-companies-compete-to-bid-for-decade-old-rice/ 1 1 2
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Woman found dead in sauna at popular fitness center, body exposed to heat for 4-5 hours File photo. Source: Wikimedia Police officers in Nonthaburi Province conducted an urgent investigation after the body of a 68-year-old woman was found in a sauna at a well-known fitness centre within the Jang Wattana shopping complex. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329452-woman-found-dead-in-sauna-at-popular-fitness-center-body-exposed-to-heat-for-4-5-hours/ 2
Popular Post webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 11, 2024 Drama Unfolds as Catholic Monk Hairstyles Spark Controversy in Ratchaburi Church Picture via Facebook/ วัดนักบุญอันตน ดอนมดตะนอย (ST.Anthony Church Donmottanoi) An unexpected online ddrama erupted after pictures of young boys with Catholic monk haircuts were circulated in Ratchaburi province. The incident led to questions about whether the children were willing participants or coerced. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329453-drama-unfolds-as-catholic-monk-hairstyles-spark-controversy-in-ratchaburi-church/ 1 5
Popular Post webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 11, 2024 Military officer’s “rank” behaviour caught on video, sparks probe by Ryan Turner Screenshot from Thairath A senior military officer is under investigation after a video surfaced yesterday showing him threatening police officers and a woman, claiming, ‘Do you know who I am?’ and threatening to transfer the entire police station. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329454-military-officer’s-“rank”-behaviour-caught-on-video-sparks-probe/ 1 4
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Man Surrenders, Claims Local Officials Framed Him for Attempted Murder Picture courtesy: Khaosod A man sought by police for attempted murder surrendered to the Thai police today, claiming he was framed by local officials and demanding a fair investigation into his case. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329455-man-surrenders-claims-local-officials-framed-him-for-attempted-murder/
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Rayong Residents Rally for 11-Year-Old Boy Abused by Parents Composite via CHANNEL 7 In Rayong, locals are rallying for an 11-year-old boy named Kla, who has been suffering continuous abuse at the hands of his parents. Residents are advocating for help, alleging that Kla’s parents physically assault him regularly and often force him to sleep outside with their pet dog. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329457-rayong-residents-rally-for-11-year-old-boy-abused-by-parents/ 1
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Fire at Chatuchak Market destroys 118 shops, kills 1,000 animals by Ryan Turner Image courtesy of Khaosod A devastating fire broke out in the pet section of Chatuchak Market early this morning, destroying 118 shops and resulting in the deaths of approximately 1,000 animals. The fire, which started at around 4.30am, left employees scrambling for safety as thick smoke filled the area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329458-fire-at-chatuchak-market-destroys-118-shops-kills-1000-animals/ 5
Popular Post webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted June 11, 2024 Thailand takes flight with airlines to boost tourism in 2024 by Ryan Turner Image courtesy of NNT The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is soaring to new heights, actively courting partnerships with a sky-high count of 11 international airlines to elevate both burgeoning and established markets in the latter part of this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329459-thailand-takes-flight-with-airlines-to-boost-tourism-in-2024/ 3
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Domestic violence makes up 70% of recent cases in Thailand by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa intensified efforts to curb domestic violence, highlighting the issue as a major concern in recent months. Domestic violence constituted almost 70% of all reported violence cases in the past two months. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329460-domestic-violence-makes-up-70-of-recent-cases-in-thailand/ 2
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 Health Minister Dismisses Cannabis Protests Amid Reclassification Talks Picture courtesy: Wizman420 Public Health Minister, Somsak Thepsutin, has downplayed recent protests against the reclassification of cannabis as a narcotic. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329461-health-minister-dismisses-cannabis-protests-amid-reclassification-talks/ 2
webfact Posted June 11, 2024 Author Posted June 11, 2024 7-Eleven restroom use in Thailand depends on branch discretion by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of CK Travels Customers wondering whether they can use the restroom in the popular convenience store 7-Eleven during an emergency now have an answer. While in some countries customers can freely access store restrooms, the policy in Thailand is less straightforward. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329467-7-eleven-restroom-use-in-thailand-depends-on-branch-discretion/ 1
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Snake in the tank: Slithery surprise at Lom Sak petrol station Image courtesy of Khaosod A small snake caused a commotion at a petrol station in Lom Sak, Phetchabun, when it was discovered curled up by the fuel cap of a motorbike. The owner, who had stopped to refuel, was shocked by the unexpected visitor, prompting a call for rescue services. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329477-snake-in-the-tank-slithery-surprise-at-lom-sak-petrol-station/ 1 1
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Thai man swindled out of 550,000 baht by online investment scam Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A man from Nong Han district in Udon Thani has been driven to suicidal thoughts after being swindled out of 550,000 baht by an online scammer posing as an investment advisor. The scammer continues to taunt him daily, asking if he wants to invest more. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329478-thai-man-swindled-out-of-550000-baht-by-online-investment-scam/ 2
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Thai girl in critical condition after 1,000 baht drinking challenge Photo via Facebook/ สำนักข่าวไอเอ็นเอ็น : innnews A 13 year old Thai girl remains in critical condition in an intensive care unit after being challenged to drink alcohol to win 1,000 baht at an ordination ceremony at a temple in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329479-thai-girl-in-critical-condition-after-1000-baht-drinking-challenge/ 4
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Jetstar Asia launches new route from Singapore to Krabi Photo courtesy of Shutterstock via Simple Flying Jetstar Asia is soaring high with its latest addition to its flight network. Last Friday, the airline launched a new route from Singapore to the stunning resort destination of Krabi in southern Thailand, adding over 60,000 seats annually. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329480-jetstar-asia-launches-new-route-from-singapore-to-krabi/ 1
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Two Burmese nationals arrested for illegal kebab shop in Krabi Image courtesy of Khaosod Immigration officers in Krabi detained two Burmese nationals for illegally operating a kebab shop at Ao Nang Beach. The pair were caught in the act and failed to produce valid work permits or passports when asked by authorities. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329481-two-burmese-nationals-arrested-for-illegal-kebab-shop-in-krabi/ 2
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Modern-day Lazarus: Thai man rises from dead, runs 3km home Photo via PPTV HD In an almost Biblical tale, a 59 year old Thai man in the Isaan province of Surin came back from the dead. A medical team managed to administer CPR to bring the dead man back to life. Remarkably, the modern-day Lazarus refused further treatment, climbed out of the ambulance and ran more than 3 kilometres back home. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329485-modern-day-lazarus-thai-man-rises-from-dead-runs-3km-home/
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 American reported missing found dead at Phuket beach File photo for reference only A tragic incident occurred at Nai Harn Beach in Phuket, Thailand when an American man was swept away by a large wave while his three-year-old son and Thai wife watched helplessly. The man has been found dead. The victim, 49-year-old James Everett Du Bois, his wife Siriamorn, and their child were enjoying their time at the beach on June 9 when they were dragged into the ocean by a strong current. Siriamorn was able to fight her way back to shore and lifeguards managed to save their son, but Du Bois was swept away. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329368-american-man-swept-into-the-sea-wife-and-child-rescued-in-phuket/?do=findComment&comment=18983341 2
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Muay Thai Boxer Recounts Near-Death Experience on a Flight to Qatar File photo for reference only The Muay Thai fighter, Thananchai Sit Song Phi Nong, has detailed a horrifying experience on a Qatar Airways flight from Greece to Qatar where he and other passengers were stuck for three hours amid a fire in the aircraft. Thananchai was in Patras, Greece, attending the IFMA World Muaythai Championships. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329490-muay-thai-boxer-recounts-near-death-experience-on-a-flight-to-qatar/
snoop1130 Posted June 11, 2024 Posted June 11, 2024 Thailand allocates 8 billion baht for research in AI and EV industry File photo for reference only The Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) has set aside an investment of 8 billion baht to boost its young researchers' base, focusing on crucial S-curve industries including artificial intelligence (AI), electric vehicles (EVs), and quantum technologies. As part of its 2025 budget, plans are underway to train 100,000 workers for the semiconductor industry, taking advantage of geopolitical issues. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329492-thailand-allocates-8-billion-baht-for-research-in-ai-and-ev-industry/ 1 1
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