THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 8 August 2024

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The Constitutional Court of Thailand today announced a verdict to dissolve the Move Forward Party (MFP) over their efforts to reform the lese majeste law, also known as Section 112 of the Criminal Law, and ban the managing executives of the party for 10 years.

 

Move Forward Party dissolved, leaders banned for 10 years

Photo by Sakchai Lalit via AP

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334911-move-forward-party-dissolved-leaders-banned-for-10-years-video/

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Foreign Volunteers Join Meeting with Pattaya Tourist Police to Improve Tourist Safety

Photo: The Pattaya News

 

The tourist police in Pattaya conducted a meeting with 40 foreign volunteers. The aim was to clarify their roles in ensuring safety and providing support to local law enforcement on Pattaya's Walking Street.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334927-foreign-volunteers-join-meeting-with-pattaya-tourist-police-to-improve-tourist-safety/

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Thailand Parliament rejects pornography and sex toy legalisation
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Manager Online

Parliament today rejected the Move Forward Party’s (MFP) proposal to legalise professions related to pornography and the sex toy industry. The decision was based on concerns about explicit advertising and potential violations of Muslim religious principles.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334943-thailand-parliament-rejects-pornography-and-sex-toy-legalisation/

 

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Ex-Move Forward Members Set to Launch New Political Party

 

Former leader of Move Forward Party Pita Limjaroenrat talks to reporter with lawmakers from Move Forward Party during press conference at Move Forward Party headquarter in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Just hours after the Move Forward Party was dissolved by the Constitutional Court, its former key members announced that they will unveil a new party this Friday to continue their political efforts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334944-ex-move-forward-members-set-to-launch-new-political-party/

 

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Amnesty International Condemns Dissolution of Thailand’s Move Forward Party

 

A supporter of the Move Forward Party reacts at the party headquarters after the Constitutional Court ordered the dissolution of the party in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Amnesty International has strongly criticised the dissolution of Thailand's main opposition party, Move Forward, calling it a grave blow to human rights in the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334945-amnesty-international-condemns-dissolution-of-thailand’s-move-forward-party/

 

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Constitutional Court Insists All Respect Move Forward Party Verdict

 

Pita Limjaroenrat. Foreig diplomats. File photo courtesy: Facebook/ทุกคนคะ-จากกรณีคุณพิธา-ลงภาพคู่ท่านทูตและเจ้าหน้าที่จากประเทศในยุโรปเข้ามาพูด

 

Thailand's Constitutional Court has today called for respect from all quarters, including academics, politicians, and foreign diplomats, following its decision to dissolve the Move Forward Party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334946-constitutional-court-insists-all-respect-move-forward-party-verdict/

 

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Man Found Dead After Fire Had Stab Injuries

 

 

Emergency responders called to a fire in a dormitory building, discover the room damaged by fire and a burnt body wrapped in a blue duvet, and after investigation the body is found to have suffered stab wounds.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334947-man-found-dead-after-fire-had-stab-injuries/

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 8 August 2024
      

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334951-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-8-august-2024/

 

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Severe monsoon warning issued for Thailand with heavy rainfall
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of Nikolas Behrendt, Unsplash

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for severe monsoon conditions across Thailand, particularly in the northeast and eastern regions, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334953-severe-monsoon-warning-issued-for-thailand-with-heavy-rainfall/

 

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Paris Olympics: Thailand’s Panipak wins historic flyweight gold

 

 

Thailand erupted with joy last night as Panipak Wongpattanakit defended her Tokyo Olympics title, winning the country's first-ever back-to-back gold in taekwondo at the Paris Games. The 29-year-old became a national icon by overpowering China’s Guo Qing in a thrilling final match.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334954-paris-olympics-thailand’s-panipak-wins-historic-flyweight-gold/

 

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Statement by Matthew Miller, Spokesperson on the Dissolution of Move Forward Party in Thailand

 

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesperson
For Immediate Release

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334955-us-embassy-statement-on-the-dissolution-of-move-forward-party-in-thailand/

 

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Belgian Man Rescued from Locked Car After Fan Drains Battery

 

Picture courtesy: 3Plus NEWS

 

In a peculiar and tense situation, a Belgian man found himself trapped inside his car after the battery drained, rendering the doors inoperable.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334956-belgian-man-rescued-from-locked-car-after-fan-drains-battery/

 

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Thai weightlifters sparkle in Paris with Olympic silver and bronze

 

Picture courtesy Facbook/Thai Rath

 

Two Thai weightlifters, Theerapong Silachai and Surodchana Khambao, delivered stunning performances at the Paris Olympics, clinching silver and bronze medals respectively last night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334957-thai-weightlifters-sparkle-in-paris-with-olympic-silver-and-bronze/

 

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Thailand Secures Historic Gold and Multiple Medals at Paris Olympics
by Naark Rojanasuvan

 

PARIS (NNT) - Thailand now ranks 31st at the Paris Olympics, with a total of 1 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze medals. This achievement underscores the nation's prowess in various sports on the global stage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334954-paris-olympics-thailand’s-panipak-wins-historic-flyweight-gold/?do=findComment&comment=19129977

 

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US and EU express concern over the demise of Thailand's Move Forward party

 

Former leader of Move Forward Party, Pita Limjaroenrat, center, arrives at Move Forward Party headquarter in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Rach Sumetlak)

 

The United States and the European Union voiced strong concerns on Wednesday following the Constitutional Court of Thailand's decision to dissolve the opposition party, Move Forward. The verdict raises alarm about the country's democratic trajectory, especially considering Move Forward's significant electoral support.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334959-us-and-eu-express-concern-over-the-demise-of-thailands-move-forward-party/

 

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Thailand to finalise revised EEC high-speed rail contract by next month

 

Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

Government officials anticipate finalising the revised contract for the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) high-speed rail system by next month, paving the way for the project’s next phase.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334960-thailand-to-finalise-revised-eec-high-speed-rail-contract-by-next-month/

 

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Two Foreign Tourists Arrested for Selling Ecstasy on Koh Phangan

 

Picture courtesy: Matichon

 

Two foreign tourists have been arrested on the popular Thai island of Koh Phangan for allegedly selling ecstasy and illegally operating a barbershop. The arrests, made by local tourist police, occurred on 7 August.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334962-two-foreign-tourists-arrested-for-selling-ecstasy-on-koh-phangan/

 

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Pattaya police intervene to stop violence as Kuwaiti tourists clash
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

Tensions escalated once more as Kuwaiti youths clashed in Pattaya last night, leading to police intervention. Police in Pattaya City were alerted to a brawl in the Soi Yensabai area of South Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334965-pattaya-police-intervene-to-stop-violence-as-kuwaiti-tourists-clash/

 

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Girl Forgotten at Gas Station Travels 400 km Before Rescue

 

 

A six-year-old girl from Laos, en route to visit her mother in Bangkok, was forgotten at a gas station, traveling 400 km before anyone realized she was missing.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334967-girl-forgotten-at-gas-station-travels-400-km-before-rescue/

 

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Thai university student stabbed and burned to death in Nonthaburi
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

The Forensic Science Institute yesterday discovered hairs belonging to the suspected murderer of a Thai university student on the victim’s hands. The student was found stabbed and burned to death at his dormitory in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334947-man-found-dead-after-fire-had-stab-injuries/?do=findComment&comment=19130615

 

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Dissolution of Move Forward disenfranchises 14 million Thais – US

 

The Constitutional Court’s decision yesterday to dissolve the opposition Move Forward party has disenfranchised the over 14 million Thais who voted for the party in the May general election last year and raises questions about their representation in Thailand’s electoral system, the US Department of State said in a statement yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334978-dissolution-of-move-forward-disenfranchises-14-million-thais-–-us/

 

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Fuel for thought: Bangkok-bound uncle abandons girl in Buriram
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

A young girl was abandoned at a petrol station in Buriram by her uncle who journeyed more than 400 kilometres to Bangkok. The six year old was found in a distressed state and was initially too scared to cooperate with rescuers. Her mother, working in Bangkok, has been contacted and is on her way to reunite with her.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334967-girl-forgotten-at-gas-station-travels-400-km-before-rescue/?do=findComment&comment=19130674

 

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Italian-Thai Development Win Contract To Build Second Runway At U-Tapeo
 

 

Italian-Thai Development has won the contract to build the new second runway at U-Tapeo with a bid 13.2 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334980-italian-thai-development-win-contract-to-build-second-runway-at-u-tapeo/

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UK Thai embassy issues warning amid anti-immigration protests

 

Photo courtesy of BBC News

 

The Thai Embassy in London issued a stern warning for all Thais living in or travelling to the UK: steer clear of crowded places and protests. This urgent advice comes as thousands of anti-immigration protesters take to the streets in towns and cities nationwide.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334991-uk-thai-embassy-issues-warning-amid-anti-immigration-protests/

 

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Thai ministry steps in as mothers’ vape video sparks concern

 

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The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS) intervened to assist two children after a video surfaced showing their young mothers vaping next to them.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334992-thai-ministry-steps-in-as-mothers’-vape-video-sparks-concern/

 

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Siriraj Hospital computer outage disrupts appointments

 

Photo courtesy of Sura Ark via Flickr

 

Siriraj Hospital announced that its computer system is down, causing a temporary halt in services for patients with pre-scheduled appointments. The hospital assured new appointments will be communicated after today, August 8.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334993-siriraj-hospital-computer-outage-disrupts-appointments/

 

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Nightclub owner denies attempted rape, claims victim wanted sex

 

Photo via Facebook/ Chaloemsak Maleerod

 

A Thai nightclub owner denied attacking and attempting to rape a female singer who worked at his club, claiming the alleged victim took off her clothes because she wanted to have sex with him.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334994-nightclub-owner-denies-attempted-rape-claims-victim-wanted-sex/

 

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Online gambling network kingpin arrested in central Thailand

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) apprehended a key figure in an online gambling network after he evaded capture for over a year. The arrest took place yesterday, with the suspect facing charges of promoting illegal gambling and money laundering.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334995-online-gambling-network-kingpin-arrested-in-central-thailand/

 

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Thailand Set to Launch Affordable and More Effective HPV Vaccines

 

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The National Health Security Office (NHSO) in Thailand wants to replace the current two-dose HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine with a cheaper, more effective single-dose version soon. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin reported that the plan was discussed in a recent NHSO meeting.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334997-thailand-set-to-launch-affordable-and-more-effective-hpv-vaccines/

 

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Northeast Thailand Truckers Seek Diesel Price Reductions

 

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Truck drivers in Northeast Thailand are calling on the government to either reduce diesel fuel prices or increase freight charges to handle the rising energy costs. This move, they argue, will ensure their trucks stay in service. The president of the Northern Transport Association (NTA), Wichai Sawangkhachon, claims that about half of over 10,000 trucks belonging to roughly 700 freight businesses under the NTA are not currently operational. Around 3,000 of these dormant trucks, he says, have been reclaimed by vehicle financing companies due to unpaid loans.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334999-northeast-thailand-truckers-seek-diesel-price-reductions/