THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 27 June 2024

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A Thai hotel owner took to social media to expose the behaviour of a foreign man who stole a key to her hotel in Chon Buri and stayed there overnight without permission or payment.

 

Foreigner’s key theft at Chon Buri hotel unlocks social media storm

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330797-foreigner’s-key-theft-at-chon-buri-hotel-unlocks-social-media-storm-video/

 

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Pattaya ladyboy tricks woman into prostitution with fake debt claim

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A Thai ladyboy and her gang members tricked a woman in Pattaya into prostitution, claiming she had a 120,000 baht debt and had to sell sex to repay it.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330798-pattaya-ladyboy-tricks-woman-into-prostitution-with-fake-debt-claim/

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Police Commission Votes to Remove 'Big Joke' from Service

 

Deputy Police Chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn. File photo: Thai Rath

 

In a decisive move, the Police Commission unanimously voted, 12-0, to approve the dismissal of Deputy Police Chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn. This endorsement follows Acting National Police Chief Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet's contentious removal order.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330830-police-commission-votes-to-remove-big-joke-from-service/

 

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Digital Wallet Scheme Delayed Over Detail Shortage

 

Picture courtesy: The Government Public Relations Department

 

The House Budget Scrutiny Committee has decided to place the 152.7 billion baht budget for the government’s 'digital wallet' scheme on hold, citing insufficient details about the project.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330831-digital-wallet-scheme-delayed-over-detail-shortage/

 

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Thaksin Makes Comeback: Former PM Speaks at Pheu Thai Headquarters

 

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Paroled former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra made a high-profile appearance at the Pheu Thai Party headquarters yesterday. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330832-thaksin-makes-comeback-former-pm-speaks-at-pheu-thai-headquarters/

 

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BLACKPINK’s Lisa Announces New Solo Single “Rockstar”

 

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BLACKPINK’s Lisa unveils her highly anticipated solo single, "Rockstar," set to drop at 8pm ET on June 27. The Thai rapper ignited excitement across social media with an Instagram Story revealing the title and release date of her latest track, following two weeks of steady hints.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330833-blackpink’s-lisa-announces-new-solo-single-“rockstar”/

 

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Strong Thai Public Support For Cannabis Reclassification

 

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Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin has opened discussions about the potential reclassification of cannabis as a type 5 narcotic, following a public consultation period from June 11th to 25th, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330834-strong-thai-public-support-for cannabis-reclassification/

 

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Stray Dogs Kill 70 Fighting Cocks at Thai Farm

 

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A devastating incident unfolded today in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, when a pack of stray dogs invaded a cockfighting farm, resulting in the death of 70 fighting cocks and causing significant financial loss for the farm owner.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330836-stray-dogs-kill-70-fighting-cocks-at-thai-farm/

 

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Search Underway For Missing Director of School in Lamphun

 

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Police and family members of Ruchagorn Jaisanti, the acting director of a school in Nong Chang Khuen sub-district, Lamphun, are now in the tenth day of a search for the missing 43-year-old. Ruchagorn has not been seen since 16th June, leaving his family and the local community in distress.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330837-search-underway-for-missing-director-of-school-in-lamphun/

 

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Thai PM's Phenix Project Launched to Boost Global Food Wholesale Hub Ambitions

 

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has officially launched the Phenix project, an ambitious initiative designed to establish Thailand as a global food wholesale hub.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330838-thai-pms-phenix-project-launched-to-boost-global-food-wholesale-hub-ambitions/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 27 June 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330839-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-27-june-2024/

 

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Man Assaulted by Girlfriend’s Ex in Samut Prakan

 

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A man was grievously attacked by his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend with a knife in Samut Prakan, leaving him with severe injuries. Authorities are actively seeking the suspect.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330841-man-assaulted-by-girlfriend’s-ex-in-samut-prakan/

 

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Bank of Thailand Forecasts Modest Growth for Remainder of 2024

 

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The Bank of Thailand anticipates slower economic growth in the upcoming third and fourth quarters, attributing this to a high base effect. According to Piti Disyatat, secretary of the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), second-quarter GDP is expected to grow by 1% from the previous quarter, a decline from the 1.5% growth observed in the first quarter. These projections were shared during a monetary policy forum held yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330842-bank-of-thailand-forecasts-modest-growth-for-remainder-of-2024/

 

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Heavy rain and flash flood warnings issued across Thailand
 by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Brandon Morgan, Unsplash

 

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for heavy rain across all regions of Thailand, cautioning residents to beware of flash floods and overflowing rivers. The Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are expected to see high waves.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330843-heavy-rain-and-flash-flood-warnings-issued-across-thailand/

 

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Thailand reduces school hours in major curriculum overhaul

 

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Thailand’s Ministry of Education has announced an ambitious overhaul of the national curriculum, aiming to reduce school hours and incorporate more practical and tech-based learning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330844-thailand-reduces-school-hours-in-major-curriculum-overhaul/

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Singaporean Man Drugged and Robbed in Bangkok

 

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A Singaporean man has reported being drugged and robbed by his Thai girlfriend during a stay at a Bangkok hotel, leading to the loss of valuables worth over 1 million baht. The incident occurred on June 19, and the man has since lodged a formal complaint with Huay Kwang Police Station.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330845-singaporean-man-drugged-and-robbed-in-bangkok/

 

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Thailand Targets 2.4 Million Indian Tourists with Visa-Free Policy

 

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has revised its target for Indian tourist arrivals from 2.3 to 2.4 million this year, spurred by the recently introduced visa-free policy for Indian nationals. This visa waiver programme, which permits 60-day visa-free stays, applies to citizens of 93 countries and will remain effective until November 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330848-thailand-targets-24-million-indian-tourists-with-visa-free-policy/

 

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Udon Thani student narrowly escapes sexual assault by four men
by Ryan Turner

 

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A female student escaped a harrowing experience just in the nick of time, after being forcefully dragged into a house by a group of four drunken men, who attempted to force-feed her alcohol and sexually assault her.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330852-udon-thani-student-narrowly-escapes-sexual-assault-by-four-men/

 

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Man arrested in Phetchaburi after killing wife in drunken rage
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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A man in Phetchaburi has been arrested after allegedly killing his wife in a drunken rage. The incident took place yesterday, June 26, at a townhouse on Khlong Thian Road in Cha-am, after he reportedly became furious when his wife refused to give him money for alcohol.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330853-man-arrested-in-phetchaburi-after-killing-wife-in-drunken-rage/

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Bangkok Music Teacher Denied Bail Amidst Sexual Abuse Allegations

 

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A 38-year-old music teacher from a well-known school in Ekkamai has been taken to the Southern Bangkok Criminal Court for a hearing. He is facing ten significant sexual abuse charges and has been denied bail by authorities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330879-bangkok-music-teacher-denied-bail-amidst-sexual-abuse-allegations/

 

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Teenager from Nonthaburi Dies Due to Drug and Gaming Addictions

 

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A tragic incident took place in Nonthaburi where a 19-year-old boy died suddenly in a food center's washroom. The teenager was found untimely lying in a pool of his blood at the Bang Bua Thong food center. The police and medical teams speculated a potential drug overdose, heightened by excessive gaming and insufficient rest.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330880-teenager-from-nonthaburi-dies-due-to-drug-and-gaming-addictions/

 

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House burned down in Chainat, causing over 30,000 baht in damages

 

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A fire broke out in a single-story house in Chai Nat yesterday. In response, firefighters rapidly arrived on the scene with ten fire trucks. It took them over an hour to put out the fire.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330881-house-burned-down-in-chainat-causing-over-30000-baht-in-damages/

 

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Couple Dies From Drowning During Fishing at Nakhon Ratchasima Reservoir

 

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A couple from Thailand sadly drowned while fishing in a large reservoir in Nakhon Ratchasima. The wife was having trouble swimming, and her husband tried to save her, but sadly both perished.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330882-couple-dies-from-drowning-during-fishing-at-nakhon-ratchasima-reservoir/

 

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Phuket Board Calls for Enhanced Waste Separation Management

 

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Phuket is currently trying to overcome a problem with managing its daily waste, particularly focusing on waste separation. The Phuket Provincial Governance Board inspected the Phuket Provincial Waste Disposal Centre and Incinerator at Saphan Hin yesterday. The visit was led by Vice Chairman Peeraphit Aongcharoen and was intended to check on the progress of budget projects for the 2024 fiscal year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330883-phuket-board-calls-for-enhanced-waste-separation-management/

 

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Phuket's Seminar Prepares Leaders for Digital Transformation

 

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In a recent seminar held in Phuket, community leaders were trained on the use and risk mitigation of digital media and technology. The seminar, chaired by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong at a Ratsada hotel, aimed to produce responsible digital citizens. Hasana Lekheem, the Chief of the Phuket branch of the National Statistics Office, said they wanted to show attendees how to use digital technology creatively and intelligently but also how to manage its risks.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330884-phukets-seminar-prepares-leaders-for-digital-transformation/

 

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Army general tops polls in national Senate election

 

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The Election Commission (EC)’s vote counting began at 9.40pm yesterday and concluded around 5am today, revealing the biggest political surprise of the year. With 2,989 candidates vying for seats, the new Senate will comprise 200 members from 20 professions, replacing the 250 junta-appointed senators whose term expired on May 10.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330885-army-general-tops-polls-in-national-senate-election/

 

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Thai Airways signs codeshare agreement with Kuwait Airways

 

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Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) and Kuwait Airways (KAC) unveiled an exciting new codeshare agreement, set to revolutionise travel between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Under this partnership, THAI will utilise the KAC code on flights connecting Kuwait City with Bangkok, as well as European hotspots like Rome and Athens.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330887-thai-airways-signs-codeshare-agreement-with-kuwait-airways/

 

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Thailand factory closures surge as cheap imports hit local industries

 

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Factory closures in Thailand have surged this year, with local electronics, steel, and plastics manufacturers bearing the brunt as demand declines and cheap imports inundate the domestic market, according to the Industry Ministry.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330888-thailand-factory-closures-surge-as-cheap-imports-hit-local-industries/

 

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Thailand and Singapore bolster regional stability through civil ties

 

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Singapore and Thailand’s foreign ministers affirmed that enhanced civil service collaboration will deepen bilateral ties and contribute to regional development.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330889-thailand-and-singapore-bolster-regional-stability-through-civil-ties/

 

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Volcanic durian from southern Thailand creates year-long waitlist

 

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A surge in demand has led to a year-long waitlist for the unique volcanic durian grown exclusively in southern Thailand, which boasts a GAP certification ensuring its safety and quality. This particular variety is reported to be twice as delicious as the commonly known Monthong durian.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330890-volcanic-durian-from-southern-thailand-creates-year-long-waitlist/