THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 29 July 2024

[webfact]

Thailand experienced a significant surge in tourism, welcoming 20 million foreign tourists in the first seven months of the year, marking about half of the pre-Covid-19 levels.

 

Thailand welcomes 20 million tourists in seven months
by Bright Choomanee
Picture courtesy of Evan Krause, Unsplash

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334055-thailand-welcomes-20-million-tourists-in-seven-months/

 

[webfact]

Russian Tourist Apprehended in Phuket for Exchanging Counterfeit Currency

 

 

In a startling turn of events, a 22-year-old Russian tourist has been arrested in Phuket, Thailand, for allegedly exchanging counterfeit currency. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334058-russian-tourist-apprehended-in-phuket-for-exchanging-counterfeit-currency/

 

[webfact]

Two Foreign Tourists Found Safe After Getting Lost in Chiang Mai Forest
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

Chiang Mai — At 8:30 PM on July 27th, 2024, San Kamphaeng police, forest officers, and relevant agencies launched a search for two missing foreign tourists who got lost in the forest area of Doi Nang Mo, near the Mae Pha Nhaen Reservoir, San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334059-two-foreign-tourists-found-safe-after-getting-lost-in-chiang-mai-forest/

 

[webfact]

Thailand PM's Future Hangs in Balance Over Cabinet Appointment

 

Picture courtesy: Travel Daily News

 

Debate is intensifying over the potential ousting of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin following his controversial decision to appoint Pichit Chuenban, a former convict, as a PM’s Office Minister in the latest Cabinet reshuffle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334060-thailand-pms-future-hangs-in-balance-over-cabinet-appointment/

 

[webfact]

Forensic report disputes self-defence claim in Thai pond murder
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A forensic investigation has contradicted the testimony regarding the murder of a friend disposed of in a pond in Nakhon Sawan province. The suspect had announced the act a month in advance, and the woman involved denied any romantic relationship, asserting there was no love triangle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334061-forensic-report-disputes-self-defence-claim-in-thai-pond-murder/

 

[webfact]

Giant Python Invades Udon Thani Coop, Devours Fighting Cocks

 

Picture courtesy: Khaosod

 

A giant python, measuring 4 meters in length, caused quite a stir in Udon Thani by sneaking into a chicken coop in the middle of the night and devouring three prized fighting cocks. The incident led to a rescue team being called to capture and release the snake back into the wild. Villagers, believing the snake brings good fortune, quickly sought out lucky numbers to try their luck.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334062-giant-python-invades-udon-thani-coop-devours-fighting-cocks/

[snoop1130]

Thailand secures 98.5 billion baht for data centres, cloud projects

 

Picture courtesy of w.media official website

 

Government backing for investments in data centres and cloud service projects in Thailand aims to position the nation as a digital economy hub, according to government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334081-thailand-secures-985-billion-baht-for-data-centres-cloud-projects/

 

[snoop1130]

Pheu Thai confident digital wallet bill will pass final House readings

 

Picture courtesy of pymnts.com official website

 

Pheu Thai Party expresses confidence that its supplementary bill, designed to fund the flagship digital wallet handout scheme, will pass the House’s second and third readings tomorrow.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334082-pheu-thai-confident-digital-wallet-bill-will-pass-final-house-readings/

 

[snoop1130]

Thailand’s steel sales drop 8.7% amid cheap Chinese imports

 

Picture courtesy of Telegraph India official website

 

Thailand’s steel industry faced sluggish sales in the first five months of this year due to reduced spending on construction projects and the influx of cheap imports from China, according to Tata Steel (Thailand) Plc (TSTH), a subsidiary of India’s largest steelmaker.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334085-thailand’s-steel-sales-drop-87-amid-cheap-chinese-imports/

 

[snoop1130]

Energy Ministry’s new bill targets stable oil and LPG prices

 

Picture courtesy of commons.wikimedia.org official website

 

The Energy Ministry’s new bill aiming to control domestic oil and cooking gas prices requires a public hearing to assess its impact on oil traders and government revenue, according to an energy expert.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334090-energy-ministry’s-new-bill-targets-stable-oil-and-lpg-prices/

 

[snoop1130]

New fund to boost Thai stock market by 90 points this year

 

Picture courtesy of Anna Nekrashevich from pexels.com

 

A significant new fund is set to begin investing in the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) in the latter half this year, potentially boosting the index by approximately 90 points, according to Bualuang Securities (BS).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334091-new-fund-to-boost-thai-stock-market-by-90-points-this-year/

 

[snoop1130]

Thailand to ASEAN: Let’s get digital for ‘byte-sized’ unity

 

 

Thailand urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to enhance integration by adopting a unified digital economy system, supporting sustainable development, and ensuring regional security through existing mechanisms.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334093-thailand-to-asean-let’s-get-digital-for-‘byte-sized’-unity/

 

[snoop1130]

Thai Senate to cut standing committees amid reduced membership

 

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS

 

The Senate is poised to reduce the number of its standing committees to align with the decreased number of senators in the Upper House. Concerns have been raised that this reduction could affect the chamber’s functionality in government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334094-thai-senate-to-cut-standing-committees-amid-reduced-membership/

 

[snoop1130]

Bhumjaithai Party allies dominate new Thai Senate

 

 

The new Senate is poised to play a crucial role in the forthcoming political power dynamics and efforts to amend the Thai constitution. Observers note that the Upper House is now heavily influenced by senators with connections to the Bhumjaithai Party, the third-largest political faction in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334095-bhumjaithai-party-allies-dominate-new-thai-senate/

 

[snoop1130]

High crimes: Pattaya police arrest drug-dealing monk

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya news

 

In the latest news of monks behaving badly, another member of the Buddhist faith has been arrested by local police in Pattaya on allegations of selling illegal drugs. This arrest also led to the capture of his supplier.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334096-high-crimes-pattaya-police-arrest-drug-dealing-monk/

 

[snoop1130]

Thai Language Seen as Vital National Symbol, Survey Shows

 

File photo for reference only

 

A recent study sanctioned by Thailand's Ministry of Culture and carried out by Suan Dusit University reveals a powerful national pride for the Thai language. The survey, in line with National Thai Language Day 2024, shows that 71.22% of the 22,109 participants regard the Thai language as a key national symbol.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334097-thai-language-seen-as-vital-national-symbol-survey-shows/

 

[snoop1130]

Outrage Sparked in Thailand Over Apple's 'Out of Office' Advert

 

File photo for reference only

 

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed gratitude to Apple for filming their latest ad in Thailand. According to a government representative, Thavisin believes the ad will enhance Thailand's global appeal and boost their tourism sector.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334098-outrage-sparked-in-thailand-over-apples-out-of-office-advert/

 

[snoop1130]

Thailand Intensifies Battle Against Hepatitis

 

File photo for reference only

 

In response to the World Health Organization's (WHO) ambitious aim to eradicate hepatitis, Thailand is boosting its efforts to tackle this silent health threat. With around 2-3 million people living with hepatitis B and C, the nation is dealing with a significant health problem.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334099-thailand-intensifies-battle-against-hepatitis/

[snoop1130]

Thailand's Longest Train Tunnel Temporarily Closed for Cleaning - video

 

File photo for reference only

 

Thailand's State Railway (SRT) had to shut down the country's longest train tunnel shortly after its launch on Sunday, due to a dust issue. This was in response to passengers' complaints about excessive dust within the tunnel, leading to a scheduled 14-day cleaning operation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334101-thailands-longest-train-tunnel-temporarily-closed-for-cleaning-video/

 

[snoop1130]

Two Thai Nationals Apprehended in Malaysia Over Fuel Smuggling

 

File photo for reference only

 

Malaysian law enforcement authorities have detained two Thai individuals, a man and a woman, for allegedly attempting to smuggle cheap fuel into Thailand. The smuggling operation involved using Malaysia-registered vehicles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334102-two-thai-nationals-apprehended-in-malaysia-over-fuel-smuggling/

 

[snoop1130]

Thailand promises 9 million baht assistance to Myanmar

 

File photo for reference only

 

Thailand has committed to providing assistance worth 9 million baht to alleviate the crisis in Myanmar.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334103-thailand-promises-9-million-baht-assistance-to-myanmar/

 

[snoop1130]

Pattaya Street Food Seller Attacks City Official After Traffic-Related Dispute - video

 

File photo for reference only

 

A street food vendor in Pattaya, Thailand, assaulted a city official after he was asked not to cause traffic obstructions with his vehicle.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334106-pattaya-street-food-seller-attacks-city-official-after-traffic-related-dispute-video/

 

[snoop1130]

BEM to Start West-Side Construction of MRT Orange Line in August

 

File photo for reference only

 

Construction work on the western part of the MRT Orange Line in Bangkok is scheduled to start as early as August this year. Bangkok Expressway and Metro Plc (BEM) is leading the project in a joint enterprise with the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) and Ch Karnchang Plc (CK). This venture, extending from Bang Khun Non to Suwinthawong, is projected to cost 143 billion baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334107-bem-to-start-west-side-construction-of-mrt-orange-line-in-august/

 

[snoop1130]

Four Alleged Loan Sharks Turn Themselves in Over Assault on Elderly Woman

 

File photo for reference only

 

Four men suspected of being a part of a predatory lending group turned themselves over to the police on Saturday evening. The quartet was accused of physically assaulting a 72-year-old woman because she failed to repay a loan of 10,000 baht in the Chok Chai district of Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334108-four-alleged-loan-sharks-turn-themselves-in-over-assault-on-elderly-woman/

 

[snoop1130]

Thai School Shuts Down Due to Bad Weather, Moves to Online Learning

 

File photo for reference only

 

Laem Ngob Witthayakhom School, located in the province of Trat, Thailand, is shutting down for nearly a week due to severe weather. The school has decided to switch to online learning to prevent disruptions amid forecasts of heavy rain and gusty winds.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334109-thai-school-shuts-down-due-to-bad-weather-moves-to-online-learning/

 

[snoop1130]

Woman Driver Injured By Steel Plate That Sharply Pierced Through Windscreen

 

File photo for reference only

 

A woman suffered injuries after a large steel plate crashed through her car windshield, slicing her cheek and neck while she was driving on an elevated motorway.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334110-woman-driver-injured-by-steel-plate-that-sharply-pierced-through-windscreen/

[webfact]

to continue:

 

Thailand Live Tuesday 30 July 2024 
https://aseannow.com/topic/1334116-thailand-live-tuesday-30-july-2024/