Popular Post webfact Posted June 13 Popular Post Share Posted June 13 On the night of June 12th, local authorities in Pattaya carried out inspections at entertainment venues across the city, finding no illegal activities. The raid was initiated by the Pattaya Police Chief, Pol. Col. Navin Teerawit. This operation's objective was to deter crime, ensuring the safety of tourists and local inhabitants in Pattaya. Police in Pattaya Investigate Entertainment Venues, Discover No Illegal Activities Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329692-police-in-pattaya-investigate-entertainment-venues-discover-no-illegal-activities/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Trial Run Begins, Bringing Beijing-Bangkok Train Trip Closer to Reality File photo for reference only Thailand is planning to trial a rail service between its capital Bangkok and Laos' Vientiane on July 13 and 14, a move that brings train travel between Bangkok and Beijing closer to becoming a reality. This development was announced by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). Ekarat Sriarayanphong, an official from SRT, said the new link will enhance transportation between Thailand, Laos, and China. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329696-trial-run-begins-bringing-beijing-bangkok-train-trip-closer-to-reality/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Thailand Welcomes UN Resolution for Gaza Ceasefire Palestinians inspect the damage following an Israeli airstrike on the El-Remal aera in Gaza City on October 9, 2023. File photo courtesy: Wikimedia Thailand has expressed its approval of the latest United Nations Security Council resolution, adopted on Monday, that calls for an immediate and full ceasefire in Gaza. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329723-thailand-welcomes-un-resolution-for-gaza-ceasefire/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Investigation Ordered into Survey Revealing Majority Opposition to Amnesty Bill Deputy House Speaker Padipat Suntiphada. File photo courtesy: MGR online An online opinion poll, conducted by parliament, has revealed that over 60% of respondents oppose a proposed amnesty bill. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329724-investigation-ordered-into-survey-revealing-majority-opposition-to-amnesty-bill/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Bank of Thailand Intensifies Crackdown on Fraudulent Accounts File photo courtesy: Hit in Thai The Bank of Thailand has ramped up efforts to combat mule bank accounts, central to numerous financial fraud operations, by enforcing stricter measures to freeze suspicious activities. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329725-bank-of-thailand-intensifies-crackdown-on-fraudulent-accounts/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Thai Hotels Face 111 Million Baht Loss After FTI Group Insolvency By Kittisak Phalaharn National - On June 12th, 2024, Mr. Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, president of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), addressed the impact of the insolvency of FTI GROUP, a major German tourism operator, on Thailand’s hotel industry. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329726-thai-hotels-face-111-million-baht-loss-after-fti-group-insolvency/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 13 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 13 Majority Oppose Re-Criminalising Cannabis in Thailand File photo AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit On June 13th, 2024, Thai Minister of Public Health Somsak Thepsuthin provided an update on the public consultation regarding the draft aimed at reclassifying cannabis as a type 5 illegal narcotic. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329727-majority-oppose-re-criminalising-cannabis-in-thailand/ 2 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Thammanat Shrugs Off Strained Ties Between Pheu Thai And Palang Pracharat By Thai Newsroom Reporters Palang Pracharath Secretary-General Thammanat Prompao, centre in above image. Photo: Thai Rath PALANG PRACHARATH SECRETARY-GENERAL Thammanat Prompao today (June 13) downplayed criticism that the relationship between the core coalition partner Pheu Thai and his own party has been strained lately. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329728-thammanat-shrugs-off-strained-ties-between-pheu-thai-and-palang-pracharat/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 13 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 13 Election Shocker: Personal Data of 23,000 Candidates Exposed Picture courtesy: MGR online In an alarming incident, the Election Commission (EC) inadvertently revealed the national ID numbers of over 23,000 candidates who advanced to district-level senatorial elections. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329729-election-shocker-personal-data-of-23000-candidates-exposed/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Driving Against Traffic and Falling from Elevated U-Turn Bridge in Sattahip By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: Khaosod Sattahip — A Cambodian motorcyclist died early on June 13th after driving against traffic and falling from an elevated U-turn bridge on Sukhumvit Road in Sattahip district, Chonburi province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329730-motorcyclist-dies-after-driving-against-traffic-and-falling-from-elevated-u-turn-bridge/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 Masked Youths Vandalize Cannabis Shop in Sattahip By Aim Tanakorn PHOTO: สยามชล นิวส์ Sattahip — A cannabis shop in Sattahip district, Chonburi province, was vandalized twice by masked youths, with the second incident involving possible gunfire, according to the shop owner. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329731-masked-youths-vandalize-cannabis-shop-in-sattahip/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 13 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 13 Army Lags in Deploying Drones Along Thai-Myanmar Border Picture source: RTA via Defense Studies The Thai army is noticeably lagging in its deployment of drones along the Thai-Myanmar border, House Armed Services Committee Chair and Move Forward MP, Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, announced yesterday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329732-army-lags-in-deploying-drones-along-thai-myanmar-border/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 14 June 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329734-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-14-june-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Monk Leads Project to Build Elephant Shelter in Chiang Mai Picture courtesy: Khaosod Renowned monk Phra Kru Odd is spearheading a vital initiative to construct a shelter for the elephants of the Saen family in Chiang Mai. This project, aimed at protecting the elephants from harsh weather, is expected to cost 1 million baht and take one year to complete. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329739-monk-leads-project-to-build-elephant-shelter-in-chiang-mai/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Firefighter Snaps Under Pressure, Attacks Drinking Buddies: 1 Dead, 3 Hurt Picture courtesy: Thai Rath In a tragic incident in Samut Prakan, Thailand, a young firefighter, overwhelmed by job stress, fatally stabbed one of his drinking companions and seriously injured three others after what began as a social gathering. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329741-firefighter-snaps-under-pressure-attacks-drinking-buddies-1-dead-3-hurt/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 14 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 14 Phetchaburi highlights gastronomy to enhance tourism By Online Reporter Phetchaburi Province is ramping up efforts to enhance its culinary reputation, focusing on quality cuisine, fresh seafood, and local sweets to boost tourism. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329743-phetchaburi-highlights-gastronomy-to-enhance-tourism/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Pit bull heroes defuse tense road rage incident (video) by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A tense road rage incident took an unexpected turn when two pit bull-like dogs intervened, saving the day. A viral video circulating on social media captures the dramatic encounter, which took place yesterday, between two truck drivers on a busy road in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329745-pit-bull-heroes-defuse-tense-road-rage-incident-video/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Thai govt warns of monsoon mayhem, brace for floods, heavy rain by Ryan Turner Image: Freepik The Thai government issued a warning for heavy rain and potential flash floods from June 15 to June 19, due to monsoons and increased weather activity. The Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand are expected to experience high waves, urging fishermen to avoid navigating stormy areas. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329746-thai-govt-warns-of-monsoon-mayhem-brace-for-floods-heavy-rain/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Koh Samui’s tourism renaissance: An island reawakens by Bill Barnett Koh Samui, Thailand’s renowned resort island, is experiencing a remarkable revival in tourism. The island has witnessed a 69% year-on-year increase in visitor numbers during the first four months of 2024, driven by an influx of domestic tourists, the opening of new international markets, and improved air connectivity. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329748-koh-samui’s-tourism-renaissance-an-island-reawakens/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Man dies after pickup veers off Samut Songkhram road by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A 34 year old man tragically lost his life after his pickup truck veered off the road and crashed into a barricade, ejecting him through the rear window. The accident happened at around 2.30am today, June 14, on Samut Songkhram-Bang Phae Road, heading towards Mae Klong. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329749-man-dies-after-pickup-veers-off-samut-songkhram-road/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 14 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 14 Budget Airlines Petition Government for Jet Fuel Tax Cut to Lower Airfares Picture courtesy Facebook via wire Budget airlines have urged the Ministry of Finance to lower the excise tax on jet fuel to help reduce operational costs and make air travel more affordable for passengers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329751-budget-airlines-petition-government-for-jet-fuel-tax-cut-to-lower-airfares/ 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Baht’s the password? Thai gran’s costly slip leads to 105k bank loss by Petch Petpailin Photo via Daily News A 65 year old Thai woman lost 105,000 baht from her bank account after writing her ATM password on the back of the card and subsequently losing it on March 13, resulting in the loss of 105,000 baht in her bank account. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329753-baht’s-the-password-thai-gran’s-costly-slip-leads-to-105k-bank-loss/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Thai court to review 2001 Thai-Cambodian MoU’s constitutionality by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) Deputy Leader Paiboon Nititawan has taken his concerns about the 2001 Thai-Cambodian memorandum of understanding (MoU) on joint development in the Gulf of Thailand to the Constitutional Court, questioning its alignment with the Thai constitution. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329763-thai-court-to-review-2001-thai-cambodian-mou’s-constitutionality/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Pool Villa Drug Raid in Udon Thani Nabs 31 Picture courtesy of Mueang Udon Thani Police In a major anti-drug operation, Udon Thani police raided a pool villa, arresting 31 individuals attending a drug-fuelled party. The raid followed a tip-off received by the Damrongdhama Center, leading authorities to uncover a novel type of illicit substance concealed within 13 packs of collagen. Additionally, officers found two ecstasy pills and 2.48 grammes of ketamine at the scene. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329765-pool-villa-drug-raid-in-udon-thani-nabs-31/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Bangkok rail fares capped at 20 baht by March 2026 by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post The government is set to implement a 20-baht fare cap across all of Greater Bangok’s rail network by March 2026, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced yesterday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329766-bangkok-rail-fares-capped-at-20-baht-by-march-2026/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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