webfact Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Thailand has made a substantial jump in the global competitiveness rankings, surpassing Malaysia to secure the second position within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The 2024 report by the IMD World Competitiveness Centre indicates that Thailand has moved up five positions to rank 25th globally, denoting a significant improvement in its economic performance. Thailand Outranks Malaysia in ASEAN Standings Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330179-thailand-outranks-malaysia-in-asean-standings/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Pattaya deputy mayor slams contractors with record fines Photo courtesy: Pattaya Mail In response to mounting frustration over delays at the North Pattaya intersection, Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai has taken decisive action, confirming hefty penalties for the responsible contractor. The construction setbacks have caused major disruptions to residents and the local tourism scene, prompting swift measures from city officials. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330167-pattaya-deputy-mayor-slams-contractors-with-record-fines/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Pattaya to become Southeast Asia’s premier destination Photo courtesy: Pattaya Mail Pattaya, known for its bustling nightlife, is apparently trying to shed its old skin and emerge as a beacon of transformation in Southeast Asia. Recent years have witnessed a remarkable overhaul aimed at elevating visitor experiences and community living standards. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330166-pattaya-to-become-southeast-asia’s-premier-destination/ 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 PM Receives Police Conflict Report, Torsak Could Return as Chief Picture courtesy: INN Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has received a crucial investigation report, recommending that Torsak Sukwimol may return to his role as National Police Chief, while Surachate Hakparn, famously known as Big Joke, remains under investigation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330198-pm-receives-police-conflict-report-torsak-could-return-as-chief/ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Italian Man Arrested on Samui Island for Allegedly Selling Cocaine By Goongnang Suksawat Surat Thani – An Italian man was arrested on Samui Island after he allegedly sold cocaine and illegally operated a rental motorbike shop with 70 motorbikes using a Thai nominee to disguise his ownership. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330200-italian-man-arrested-on-samui-island-for-allegedly-selling-cocaine/ 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Thailand Calls for Inclusive Ukraine Peace Talks Picture courtesy: Radio Free Europe Thailand has called for more inclusive peace talks on the Ukraine war, following a recent global summit held to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The summit, attended by over 80 countries and international organisations, was significant, although key players like Russia were notably absent. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330201-thailand-calls-for-inclusive-ukraine-peace-talks/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Thailand Unveils Ambitious Plan to Become Aviation Hub by 2030 File photo courtesy: Wikipedia Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin unveiled an ambitious vision to transform Thailand into a regional aviation hub by 2030, under the initiative 'Ignite Thailand, Aviation Hub'. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330202-thailand-unveils-ambitious-plan-to-become-aviation-hub-by-2030/ 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Move Forward Criticises Thai Budget and Digital Wallet Plan Picture courtesy: Matichon In today's parliamentary debate, Move Forward leader Chaithawat Tulathon expressed concerns over Thailand’s Pheu Thai-led government's proposed 2025 budget and its flagship policy, the digital wallet scheme. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330203-move-forward-criticises-thai-budget-and-digital-wallet-plan/ 4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Digital Wallet Project to Spur Economic Growth, PM Assures File photo courtesy: Prachachat Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin today reconfirmed the much-anticipated, although delayed, digital wallet project will undoubtedly foster economic growth by boosting domestic consumption, manufacturing, job creation, and state revenue. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330204-digital-wallet-project-to-spur-economic-growth-pm-assures/ 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Massive Blaze Erupts at Electronics Firm in Rayong Picture courtesy: Thai Channel 8 A tremendous fire broke out at an electronics parts company in Rayong’s Pluak Daeng district early this afternoon. The incident occurred at Sun In Electronics (Thailand) around 1 pm and swiftly escalated, sending vast plumes of thick, black smoke high into the sky, visible from miles away. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330205-massive-blaze-erupts-at-electronics-firm-in-rayong/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 19 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19 Foreign Envoys Celebrate Thailand's Marriage Equality Bill Passage Picture courtesy: Royal Thai Government Thailand garnered international praise as its caretaker Senate passed the landmark Marriage Equality Bill yesterday, paving the way for same-sex marriage in the nation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330207-foreign-envoys-celebrate-thailands-marriage-equality-bill-passage/ 3 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Pattaya Police Station Celebrates 40th Anniversary By Aim Tanakorn Pattaya — The Pattaya Police Station commemorated its 40th anniversary yesterday morning with almsgiving and a charity food stall. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330209-pattaya-police-station-celebrates-40th-anniversary/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 20 June 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330213-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-20-june-2024/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 DP World Bids on Thailand’s Major Land Bridge Project Picture courtesy: Facebook สรยุทธ สุทัศนะจินดา กรรมกรข่าว Dubai-based logistics behemoth DP World has shown keen interest in Thailand’s colossal 1-trillion-baht Land Bridge project, per the Ministry of Transport's announcement. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330214-dp-world-bids-on-thailand’s-major-land-bridge-project/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Wild Deer Causes Multiple Accidents on Chaiyapruek Road Picture courtesy: Khaosod Last night, a wild deer unexpectedly appeared on Chaiyapruek Road, leading to a series of unfortunate accidents. Police from Chaiyapruek Police Station swiftly reached the scene after reports surfaced about a deer being hit by several cars. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330216-wild-deer-causes-multiple-accidents-on-chaiyapruek-road/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Heavy Rain Warning: Relentless Downpour Forecast for East Picture courtesy: Erik Witsoe, Unsplash via Prachachat Today, the Meteorological Department has issued an urgent heavy rain warning for the eastern provinces of Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Residents and travellers have been advised to brace for possible flooding as relentless downpours are anticipated. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330217-heavy-rain-warning-relentless-downpour-forecast-for-east/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Chemical Barrels Unearthed at Sri Thep Waste Plant in Raids Picture courtesy: Aeku Thai Phetchabun police uncovered an alarming situation at an industrial waste treatment plant in Sri Thep district, where barrels filled with chemicals were found buried underground without proper treatment. This discovery may clarify why locals have recently reported a persistent and strong chemical odour. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330218-chemical-barrels-unearthed-at-sri-thep-waste-plant-in-raids/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 20 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 20 Thailand Prepares for Casino Boom Amid Economic Hopes Picure courtesy: Wikipedia Thailand is edging closer to legalising large-scale entertainment complexes that include casinos, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat. The final draft of the bill paving the way for these developments is slated for Cabinet review within the next three to four weeks. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330219-thailand-prepares-for-casino-boom-amid-economic-hopes/ 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Tourists’ Phuket beach fun turns into life-or-death drama by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World Eight foreign tourists narrowly escaped drowning in Phuket’s treacherous seas yesterday after ignoring warning signs on the beaches. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330227-tourists’-phuket-beach-fun-turns-into-life-or-death-drama/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Thai Taxi Driver Found Dead Outside Ex-Wife’s Bangkok Apartment Picture courtesy: CK news A 60-year-old Thai taxi driver was found dead in his car parked outside his ex-wife’s apartment in the Bang Bon district of Bangkok on Tuesday night. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330229-thai-taxi-driver-found-dead-outside-ex-wife’s-bangkok-apartment/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Bangkok monk faces backlash for flaunting lavish lifestyle by Ryan Turner Image courtesy of Facebook A prominent Facebook page shared a post featuring a well-known Bangkok monk flaunting a luxurious lifestyle, using two high-end mobile phones and purchasing a diamond bracelet worth 185,000 baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330241-bangkok-monk-faces-backlash-for-flaunting-lavish-lifestyle/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted June 20 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 20 Thailand Grand Prix Set for October Picture courtesy: National News Bureau of Thailand The PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2024 is poised to be a highlight on the global motorsport calendar. Taking place from October 25-27 at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, this electrifying event is expected to capture the attention of over 800 million viewers from more than 200 countries. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330242-thailand-grand-prix-set-for-october/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 Bangkok Police Arrest Colombian Suspect Following International Manhunt File photo for reference only Thai immigration officers have captured a wanted Colombian criminal in the busy city of Bangkok. This arrest was made possible because of a thorough joint operation with Malaysian authorities who were looking into a big theft case. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330259-bangkok-police-arrest-colombian-suspect-following-international-manhunt/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted June 20 Popular Post Share Posted June 20 Another New Elephant Calf Welcomed at Pattaya's Nong Nooch Garden File photo for reference only The Pattaya Nong Nooch Tropical Garden welcomed another newborn elephant with a special ceremony on June 19, 2024. The function was led by Phra Kru Kesem Kittisophon, the head of Wat Samakkhi Banphot. Consistent with Thai traditions, the elephants were adorned with flower necklaces and their foreheads were smeared with white powder for prosperity. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330260-another-new-elephant-calf-welcomed-at-pattayas-nong-nooch-garden/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 Tourists Warned About Dangerous Slope in Na Jomtien Municipality Due to Beach Erosion File photo for reference only The local government of Na Jomtien has put up warning signs for tourists about a perilous incline at the Na Jomtien Beach, brought about by erosion. The signs advise people frequenting the beach to stay clear of the area for the time being. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330261-tourists-warned-about-dangerous-slope-in-na-jomtien-municipality-due-to-beach-erosion/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 American tourist and Thai girlfriend drown in Phuket Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post An American tourist and his Thai girlfriend drowned after allegedly ignoring a red flag weather warning at Mai Khao Beach in Phuket. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330262-american-tourist-and-thai-girlfriend-drown-in-phuket/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post snoop1130 Posted June 20 Popular Post Share Posted June 20 Authorities nab officials for issuing fraudulent farm land titles File photo for reference only Four land reform officials in Thailand have been arrested under the suspicion of illegally issuing land titles. The 600-rai (960,000 square meters) land parcel in question is in Nakhon Ratchasima where a factory is said to have been illegally dumping wastewater. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330264-authorities-nab-officials-for-issuing-fraudulent-farm-land-titles/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 Tolls on Don Mueang Expressway to Increase by 5-10 Baht from December 22 File photo for reference only The toll rates on the Don Muang Tollway will be going up by 5-10 baht starting December 22nd, said CEO Sombath Phanichewa. This increase is part of their agreement with the Highways Department, which allows for an adjustment in tolls every five years. The agreement is valid until September 12, 2034. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330271-tolls-on-don-mueang-expressway-to-increase-by-5-10-baht-from-december-22/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 Mint Producing Special Banknotes to Celebrate King's Sixth Cycle Birthday Anniversary The Bank of Thailand will release ten million special 100-baht banknotes to celebrate the King's 72nd birthday on July 28. These notes will be available from July 23. The banknotes' design is different from others in circulation in Thailand since they have a portrait layout instead of the usual landscape one. This unique design was revealed by the Bank of Thailand's Governor, Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput. They have been printed using advanced technology on a polymer material, which is durable and hard to forge. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330273-mint-producing-special-banknotes-to-celebrate-kings-sixth-cycle-birthday-anniversary/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoop1130 Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 Man alleges hospital director having an affair with his wife File photo for reference only A man claims his wife, a nurse, has been having an affair with the director of her hospital, and admitted to engaging in rough sex with her new lover. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330274-man-alleges-hospital-director-having-an-affair-with-his-wife/ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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