THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 22 July 2024

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Thailand's Prime Minister has been named the most popular politician based on job performance, according to a recent Line Today opinion poll. The survey, which took place from 1st to 20th July, measured the opinions of users of the Line app.

 

PM Srettha Most Popular Politician, says Line Today Poll

Picture: Srettha Thavisin. Courtesy: Facebook Srettha Thavisin 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1333515-pm-srettha-most-popular-politician-says-line-today-poll/

 

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Nigerian Man Arrested in Thailand for Cocaine Possession and Visa Overstay

 

Arrest on Koh Pha Ngan. Picture courtesy: Khaosod

 

Thai police have arrested a 47-year-old Nigerian man on charges of drug possession and overstaying his visa in a dramatic crackdown on Koh Pha Ngan island.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333517-nigerian-man-arrested-in-thailand-for-cocaine-possession-and-visa-overstay/

 

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Thaksin And Anutin Getting Together ‘Not An Attempt To End Row Over Marijuana’

 

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, his daughter/Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Interior Minister-cum-Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul singing a song together at Khao Yai today, July 21, 2024. Photo: TV Channel 7 shared on X

 

AFTER a photo of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, his daughter and party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra singing a song together with Interior Minister-cum-Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul at Khao Yao circulated today (July 21), government whip Visuth Chainaroon denied this is an attempt to patch up differences over as relisting marijuana as a narcotic by the end of this year, Naewna newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333518-thaksin-and-anutin-getting-together-‘not-an-attempt-to-end-row-over-marijuana’/

 

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Move Forward MP Advocates for Legalising AVs and Sex Toys

 

Taopiphop Limjittrakorn. File photo courtesy: Daily News

 

Move Forward MP Taopiphop Limjittrakorn has announced his intention to propose a bill to decriminalise and regulate adult videos (AVs) and sex toys in Thailand, sparking debates across the country. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333520-move-forward-mp-advocates-for-legalising-avs-and-sex-toys/

 

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Officer Killed, Hostages Freed After 8-Hour Standoff in Bangkok Suburb

 

Hostage standoff with police in Bangkok. Picture courtesy: Thai PBS

 

After an intense eight-hour hostage standoff with police in Bangkok, a man was found dead in a house, with the confrontation tragically resulting in the death of one officer and the injury of another.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333521-officer-killed-hostages-freed-after-8-hour-standoff-in-bangkok-suburb/

 

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Electricity price for September-December to remain at the current rate

 

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) and PTT have agreed to freeze the electricity price for September through December at 4.18 baht/unit, as requested by the Ministry of Energy to ease the burden on consumers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333522-electricity-price-for-september-december-to-remain-at-the-current-rate/

 

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Thai Official Spreads Fake News About Football Star Lamine Yamal

 

Lamine Yamal. Picture courtesy: 3Plus NEWS

 

Professor Charoen Watthanasin, Vice Chairman of the Thai Olympic Committee, has caused a social media uproar by sharing incorrect information about Spanish football star Lamine Yamal. The controversy began when Charoen tweeted an image of the 17-year-old, who recently played a key role in Spain's Euro 2024 victory, along with claims of his Thai origins.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333523-thai-official-spreads-fake-news-about-football-star-lamine-yamal/

 

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Bangkok Aims for More Green Space with 130 New Parks by 2026

 

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The city of Bangkok, under the leadership of Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, is making strides towards sustainability. Going beyond the Green Bangkok 2030 plan, the governor is now focused on a new ecological project.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333556-bangkok-aims-for-more-green-space-with-130-new-parks-by-2026/

 

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Decision on Tak Bai Incident Court Case Expected Next Month

 

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A court case involving nine former high-ranking officials implicated in the 2004 Tak Bai incident is scheduled to be assessed by the Narathiwat Provincial Court next month. The case, filed on April 26 by a group of 48 plaintiffs, is seeking justice for the victims and their families who have only received financial compensation for their loss, with no other notable action taken by the police or prosecutors.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333558-decision-on-tak-bai-incident-court-case-expected-next-month/

 

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Thailand Takes Action Against Fraudulent Finland Job Offers

 

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Thailand is cracking down on local agents who tricked Thai people into thinking they secured jobs as berry pickers in Finland. This move comes after 43 people were stopped at Suvarnabhumi Airport on Saturday, July 20, just before their flight to the Nordic country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333559-thailand-takes-action-against-fraudulent-finland-job-offers/

 

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Sad News for Thai Wildlife: Serow Found Shot Dead, Injured Tiger Dies

 

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A serow was found killed in Phetchabun province, while a wounded tiger tragically died in Buriram, as reported by Thai officials yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333560-sad-news-for-thai-wildlife-serow-found-shot-dead-injured-tiger-dies/

 

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Man found dead after argument with wife in Phuket rental home

 

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A tragic incident occurred in Phuket when a 40 year old man was found dead in an apparent suicide following an argument with his wife on their first day at a rented house in Baan Manik.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333561-man-found-dead-after-argument-with-wife-in-phuket-rental-home/

 

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Patong tuk tuk driver fined after aggressive road confrontation

 

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Patong tuk tuk drivers are again under scrutiny after an alarming confrontation between a driver and a resident in traffic. The incident, captured in a 51-second video, ignited a wave of criticism and concern among Phuket residents.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333562-patong-tuk-tuk-driver-fined-after-aggressive-road-confrontation/

 

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Couple killed in Chon Buri car crash, children injured

 

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A tragic car accident in Chon Buri province on Sunday night claimed the lives of a couple and left their two children injured. The incident occurred on Suk Prayun Road in Phan Thong district when a white sedan crashed into a power pole.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333563-couple-killed-in-chon-buri-car-crash-children-injured/

 

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Drunk driver kills 13 year old girl buying food for ill mother

 

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A tragic accident occurred when a drunk driver hit and killed a 13 year old girl who was buying food for her ill mother. The incident left beer bottles scattered in the car, with the grieving mother holding her deceased daughter and repeatedly saying, “I’m sorry.”

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333567-drunk-driver-kills-13-year-old-girl-buying-food-for-ill-mother/

 

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Senate factions prepare for speaker and deputy elections

 

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Senate factions are gearing up for the election of the Senate Speaker and deputy roles, with three main groups emerging as contenders.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333569-senate-factions-prepare-for-speaker-and-deputy-elections/

 

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Pheu Thai Party retains Chalerm Ubumrung

 

Picture courtesy of Pheu Thai Party wikepedia page

 

Pheu Thai Party will not expel list MP Chalerm Ubumrung, according to the party’s secretary-general, Sorawong Thienthong. Chalerm had expressed a desire to be expelled to freely join the Palang Prarachrath Party (PPRP), following his son Wan’s recent resignation from Pheu Thai. Wan’s departure came after he caused discontent within the party by interacting with a rival during an election in Pathum Thani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333570-pheu-thai-party-retains-chalerm-ubumrung/

 

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MFP remains resolute ahead of key court ruling

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The Move Forward Party (MFP) remains steadfast in its mission, regardless of the Constitutional Court’s impending decision on whether to dissolve the party, according to leader Chaithawat Tulathon.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333571-mfp-remains-resolute-ahead-of-key-court-ruling/

 

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