THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 18 July 2024

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Foreigner Caught on Video Urinating on Busy Phuket Street - video

 

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A video circulating on social media has captured a foreign man urinating on a busy road in Phuket amidst a traffic jam, oblivious to the many onlookers. The incident, which happened on Patong Beach Road, was posted on a Facebook page called "1วันพันกว่าเรื่อง ภูเก็ต" (which translates to 'over 1,000 things happening in a day'), on July 18th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333261-foreigner-caught-on-video-urinating-on-busy-phuket-street/

 

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EXAT announces toll exemptions for three public holidays in July

 

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Thailand’s Expressway Authority (EXAT) announced toll exemptions for three major expressways in Bangkok on three specific days in July, while two public holidays will not see toll exemptions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333262-exat-announces-toll-exemptions-for-three-public-holidays-in-july/

 

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Deputy PM Anutin opposes PM Srettha’s cannabis reclassification

 

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The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, declared his opposition to Prime Minister (PM) Srettha Thavisin‘s policy to reclassify cannabis as a Narcotics Category 5 drug.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333263-deputy-pm-anutin-opposes-pm-srettha’s-cannabis-reclassification/

 

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Thailand considers petroleum reserve amid oil price volatility

 

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Thailand is considering various strategies to mitigate the impact of global crude oil price fluctuations, beyond merely subsidising domestic oil prices through the dwindling Oil Fuel Fund.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333264-thailand-considers-petroleum-reserve-amid-oil-price-volatility/

 

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Former Thai MP Found Guilty of Ethical Misconduct for Taking Students to the Cinema

 

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Former MP Mongkolkit Suksintharanon of the Thai Civilised party was declared guilty of severe ethical misconduct by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). The ruling was issued due to Mongkolkit's decision to take a group of students to see a Thai film titled “4Kings”, two years ago.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333265-former-thai-mp-found-guilty-of-ethical-misconduct-for-taking-students-to-the-cinema/

 

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Thai Athletes' Paris Olympic Uniforms Draw Criticism

 

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The official uniforms for Thai athletes to be worn at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony were revealed yesterday on ‘Stadium TH’s’ Facebook page. The unveiling attracted a variety of responses from social media users.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333267-thai-athletes-paris-olympic-uniforms-draw-criticism/

 

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Elderly Stateless Residents in Chiang Rai Pass Away Awaiting Thai Citizenship

 

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Numerous stateless senior citizens in Chiang Rai have unfortunately died before getting Thai citizenship, due to slow administrative processes. A teacher from Chiang Mai, Daeng, has insisted Thai Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visit the area to see the situation in person.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333270-elderly-stateless-residents-in-chiang-rai-pass-away-awaiting-thai-citizenship/

 

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Pattaya police crack down on unruly Middle Eastern tourists

 

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In response to an avalanche of complaints from frustrated locals, Pattaya police have finally taken a stand against the unruly behaviour of Middle Eastern tourists in Soi Yensabai.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333276-pattaya-police-crack-down-on-unruly-middle-eastern-tourists/

 

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Shocking hike: Thai industries spark concern over electricity rates

 

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Thailand’s plan to hike electricity rates later this year could deter foreign direct investment, warned the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The alert followed the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) announcement on Friday, indicating an imminent rise in power bills for both businesses and households.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333278-shocking-hike-thai-industries-spark-concern-over-electricity-rates/

 

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NBTC declines to use special fund for Olympics broadcast rights

 

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In a decisive 7 to 0 vote yesterday, July 17, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) resolved not to allocate 435 million baht from its Broadcasting and Telecommunications Research and Development Fund for Public Interest to sponsor the broadcasting rights for the 2024 Olympics and Paralympic Games.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333279-nbtc-declines-to-use-special-fund-for-olympics-broadcast-rights/#comment-19075053

 

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One Million Prawns Released into Thai River for Conservation Efforts

 

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In an effort to support aquatic life and maintain a balanced ecosystem, Samut Sakhon made waves by setting one million black tiger prawns free into the Tha Chin River. The event, led by the Governor Phon Damthornom of Samut Sakhon, took place at 11am on July 17 with local officials, public servants, and residents on hand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333280-one-million-prawns-released-into-thai-river-for-conservation-efforts/

 

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Man in Pathum Thani Kills Neighbor Over Dog Barking Dispute

 

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A man has admitted to the ruthless killing of his school van driver neighbor in Pathum Thani, the motive being an ongoing row over a dog. The accused declined to demonstrate the crime scene, citing fears of revenge from the victim's family.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333281-man-in-pathum-thani-kills-neighbor-over-dog-barking-dispute/

 

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