THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 19 July 2024

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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.

Deputy PM Anutin opposes PM Srettha’s cannabis reclassification

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

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Thai Airways Among World's Top Ten Airlines in 2024

 

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Thai Airways has clinched the No.8 spot on Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2024, placing it among the top ten airlines globally. The rankings, announced today, reflect votes from international travellers who rated various aspects of airline performance, including comfort, service quality, and operational efficiency.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333244-thai-airways-among-worlds-top-ten-airlines-in-2024/

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Alcohol Sales Prohibited in Thailand During Religious Holidays on July 20-21, 2024; Except at International Airports
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

On Saturday, July 20th, 2024, Thailand will observe Dharma Day, followed by the start of Buddhist Lent on Sunday, July 21st, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333295-alcohol-sales-prohibited-in-thailand-on-july-20-21-2024/

 

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Transgender Woman Arrested for Online Silk Scam

 

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In a significant crackdown on online fraud, police in Chiang Rai arrested a transgender woman running an online silk scam, defrauding around 50 victims monthly and yielding 20,000 baht per month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333297-transgender-woman-arrested-for-online-silk-scam/

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Murder Suspects of Iranian-Thai Couple in Pattaya Escape Thailand
By Aim Tanakorn

 

Pattaya — A Myanmar couple believed to have murdered an Iranian restaurant owner and his Thai wife in Pattaya have fled Thailand to their home country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333298-murder-suspects-of-iranian-thai-couple-in-pattaya-escape-thailand/

 

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Journalist in Samui Threatened with Violence Over Luxury Villa Report

 

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A Channel 7 journalist in Koh Samui filed a complaint after being threatened by the owner of a luxury villa project. The incident occurred following the journalist’s report on potential irregularities in the construction permits for the villas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333299-journalist-in-samui-threatened-with-violence-over-luxury-villa-report/

 

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Thailand Warns Public on Dangers of Cyanide Possession

 

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The Thai Justice Ministry has issued a stern warning to the public about the severe legal and health risks associated with the unauthorized possession of cyanide. This announcement arises from a recent violent incident in Bangkok where cyanide was found at the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333300-thailand-warns-public-on-dangers-of-cyanide-possession/

 

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Thai Teen Fatally Stabbed Over Love Triangle

 

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In a tragic turn of events, a 15-year-old boy named Sarawut was stabbed to death yesterday in the central province of Pathum Thani, Thailand. The incident, believed to be the outcome of a love triangle, saw a 16-year-old suspect later turn himself in to the authorities.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1333302-thai-teen-fatally-stabbed-over-love-triangle/

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Man Found Dead at Pattaya Restaurant, Family Suspects Foul Play
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — A Thai man passed away in a restaurant in Pattaya and his family suspected the victim might have been beaten to death by people at the restaurant due to signs of injuries all over his body.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333305-man-found-dead-at-pattaya-restaurant-family-suspects-foul-play/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 19 July 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333306-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-19-july-2024/

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Fatal Accident on Lampang-Phrae Road Claims Woman's Life; Two Injured

 

 

A tragic accident on the Lampang-Phrae road has resulted in the death of a woman and serious injuries to two others, including a young child.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333310-fatal-accident-on-lampang-phrae-road-claims-womans-life-two-injured/

 

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Thai FM Denies Banks' Involvement in Myanmar Arms Sales

 

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Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa today firmly denied allegations from a United Nations report claiming that Thai-owned banks were involved in arms sales transactions with Myanmar's government forces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333312-thai-fm-denies-banks-involvement-in-myanmar-arms-sales/

 

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ISOC Denies Using Spyware to Hack Activists' Phones

 

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The Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) has strongly denied allegations that it used Pegasus spyware to hack the smartphones of activists, academics, and politicians.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333317-isoc-denies-using-spyware-to-hack-activists-phones/

 

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Thai AirAsia X to move all flight operations back to Don Mueang Airport from 1 October 2024

Photo Caption : (from left to right) : Mr. Suttipong Kongpool, Director of CAAT, Dr. Kerati Kijmanawat, President of AOT, and Mr. Tassapon Bijleveld, Chief Executive Officer of Thai AirAsia X joined hands to develop Thailand as a regional aviation hub at the service hall of Don Mueang Airport.  

 

BANGKOK - In support of the Government's plan to establish Thailand as a regional aviation hub and to provide better and seamless connectivity to its guests, Thai AirAsia X (XJ) will be relocating all of its flight operations to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) starting 1 October 2024. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333318-thai-airasia-x-to-move-all-flight-operations-back-to-don-mueang-airport-from-1-october-2024/

 

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Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Bangkok and Surrounding Areas

 

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Bangkok's Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for today, 19 July. City residents are advised to prepare for wet conditions, and those living in hillside areas should stay vigilant against potential flash floods.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333321-heavy-rain-alert-issued-for-bangkok-and-surrounding-areas/

 

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Thai Senator Faces Charges Over False Skincare Specialist Claims

 

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The Medical Council of Thailand has unveiled its plans to charge Senator Keskamol Pleansamai for falsely asserting she is a skincare specialist, lacking the necessary certifications.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333323-thai-senator-faces-charges-over-false-skincare-specialist-claims/

 

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Thai man arrested for gold necklace theft after 4-hour standoff
by Petch Petpailin

 

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Police arrested a Thai man at an apartment in the central province of Samut Sakhon for the theft of a gold necklace worth nearly 130,000 baht, following a four-hour police operation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333324-thai-man-arrested-for-gold-necklace-theft-after-4-hour-standoff/

 

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Vietnamese murder-suicide: Cryptic letter found, tour guide questioned
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Matichon

Police discovered a suspicious message written in Chinese on the phone of the alleged killer of the Vietnamese nationals poisoned in a Bangkok hotel. A Vietnamese tour guide who bought medicine for one of the deceased is also under suspicion and is currently being questioned by police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333330-vietnamese-murder-suicide-cryptic-letter-found-tour-guide-questioned/

 

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Irish footballer fights for his life after bike crash in Thailand
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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An Irish footballer from Cork, in the Republic of Ireland, is battling for his life after a catastrophic cycling accident in Thailand. The horrific crash on Saturday, July 13, left the Tramore Athletic Football Club goalkeeper with severe injuries, prompting an outpouring of support that has raised over 46,000 euros (around 1 million baht) in just hours.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333335-irish-footballer-fights-for-his-life-after-bike-crash-in-thailand/

 

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Thai Man's Strange Behavior with Cows Linked to Marijuana Use

 

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A Thai woman reached out to the police concerned about her son's eccentric behavior following his use of marijuana, as she caught him talking to a cow. The son seemed to be hallucinating and was seen interacting with a cow and its newborn calf. Officers from the Mueang Chai Nat Police Station reacted promptly to assess the situation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333351-thai-mans-strange-behavior-with-cows-linked-to-marijuana-use/

 

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Thai Teen Dies Making Homemade Bomb in Isaan

 

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A 16-year-old Thai boy died while attempting to construct a homemade bomb in his friend's house in the Surin province of Isaan. The teenager, known only as A, was discovered dead around 11:40 am on Tuesday, July 16, outside his friend's house in the Khwao Sinrin district. Police from Khwao Sinrin were summoned to investigate the reason for the death.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333353-thai-teen-dies-making-homemade-bomb-in-isaan/

 

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Burglar caught and restrained by home-owner and neighbors

 

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A burglar, who intended to finance his drug habit, was arrested and bound to a pole after a failed robbery at a soldier's home. This incident occurred within the Ban Muang Samakkhi community in Udon Thani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333354-burglar-caught-and-restrained-by-home-owner-and-neighbors/

 

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Surge in rabies cases among livestock including cows in Northeast Thailand raises alarms

 

 

Electron miscroscope image of rabies virus | Photo by Norden taken from Wikimedia

 

Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding a rise in rabies cases, particularly among cattle in the Northeast region. Health authorities are emphasising the critical need for vigilance and precautionary measures as they monitor the situation closely.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333355-surge-in-rabies-cases-among-livestock-including-cows-in-northeast-thailand-raises-alarms/

 

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Ex-official kills sub-district head in a Phitsanulok murder-suicide

 

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A tragic incident unfolded during a local celebration as an ex-assistant village headman fatally shot a female sub-district head before taking his own life at a fruit market in Phitsanulok province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333356-ex-official-kills-sub-district-head-in-a-phitsanulok-murder-suicide/

 

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4th female Supreme Court president in Thai history to be appointed

 

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

Chanakarn Theeravechpolkul is set to become the 4th female president of Thailand’s Supreme Court on October 1. This historic appointment marks a dramatic reversal in the traditionally male-dominated judiciary.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333357-4th-female-supreme-court-president-in-thai-history-to-be-appointed/

 

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House approves 122 billion baht digital wallet scheme budget

 

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The House of Representatives approved a supplementary bill to increase the budget for the current fiscal year by 122 billion baht, in a vote held late yesterday. This additional funding aims to partially finance the government’s digital wallet handout scheme.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333360-house-approves-122-billion-baht-digital-wallet-scheme-budget/

 

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South Korean man faces jail for hiding illegal Thai worker’s body

 

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A South Korean court sentenced a pig farm owner to 18 months in prison, suspended for three years, for concealing the body of a Thai worker who had been working illegally at the farm for 10 years and died last year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333361-south-korean-man-faces-jail-for-hiding-illegal-thai-worker’s-body/

 

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Thai Man Cautions Motorists to Beware of Organised Accidents and Extortion

 

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A Thai citizen is alerting drivers in Udon Thani's Isaan province about two individuals who are fraudulently staging accidents to demand money. In a situation where he refused to pay 30,000 baht, they assaulted him.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333362-thai-man-cautions-motorists-to-beware-of-organised-accidents-and-extortion/

 

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Woman finds metal piece in crispy pork meal; Bangkok stall owner shows indifference

 

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A woman was taken aback at a Bangkok eatery after chancing upon a metal piece in her crispy pork meal. It was disappointing that when she notified the stall owner, her concerns were brushed aside without an apology.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333363-woman-finds-metal-piece-in-crispy-pork-meal-bangkok-stall-owner-shows-indifference/

 

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Pattaya City Launches Art Contest: Uncovering Budding Artists

 

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The Pattaya City Cultural Council recently kicked off the much-awaited Pattaya City Visual Arts Contest 2024, aimed at boosting cultural growth and preservation. This year's vibrant theme, Pattaya: A Way of Colours, is set to spark the creativity of up-and-coming artists, regardless of their age or background.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333364-pattaya-city-launches-art-contest-uncovering-budding-artists/