THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 20 August 2024

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A Swiss man sought a sustainable solution after he and more than 10 other Thais and foreign beach dwellers, were bitten by dogs belonging to an unidentified foreign man on Ban Suan Luang Beach in Prachuap Khiri Khan.

 

 

by Petch Petpailin 

Photo via Naewna

 

Swiss man paws for thought after dog bites on Thai beach (video)

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335928-swiss-man-paws-for-thought-after-dog-bites-on-thai-beach-video/

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Thaksin Shinawatra Faces Legal Trouble for Political Interference

 

Thailand's for mer Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra before the royal endorsement ceremony appointing Paetongtarn as Thailand's new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Legal action appears imminent for former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra following allegations of his unlawful involvement in recent political activities while on parole.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335930-thaksin-shinawatra-faces-legal-trouble-for-political-interference/

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Thammanat Dropped from Paetongtarn’s New Cabinet

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Thailand's controversial political heavyweight Thammanat Prompao, the acting agriculture minister, has been dropped from the new Cabinet being formed by newly-appointed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1335939-thammanat-dropped-from-paetongtarn’s-new-cabinet/

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Urgent Surveillance Recommended for Mpox Variant in Thailand

 

FILE - Dr Yong Poovorawan. Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

Thailand's foremost virologist, Dr Yong Poovorawan, has emphasised the critical need for vigilant monitoring of the latest ‘Clade 1b’ Mpox (monkeypox) variant. This call to action follows the variant's concerning spread across central and eastern Africa.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335941-urgent-surveillance-recommended-for-mpox-variant-in-thailand/

 

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Bang Kapi skywalk to open by end of September
by Bob Scott 

 

Picture courtesy of SkyscraperCity

 

Bangkok Deputy Governor Wissanu Sapsompol announced that the capital’s Bang Kapi area is set to see the full opening of its skywalk by the end of next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335943-bang-kapi-skywalk-to-open-by-end-of-september/

 

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Thai man faces jail for raping, blackmailing young stepdaughter
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via KomChadLuek

Police in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok arrested a depraved Thai man for raping and blackmailing his eight year old stepdaughter. The pedophile’s tattoos and explicit videos on his mobile phone were used as key evidence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335944-thai-man-faces-jail-for-raping-blackmailing-young-stepdaughter/

 

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Gun-toting dad holds daughter hostage in Bangkok standoff
by Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A dramatic hostage situation unfolded yesterday in Lat Krabang Soi 16, Bangkok, as a father armed with a gun held his ten year old daughter captive inside their home. Police swiftly cordoned off the area, barring any unrelated individuals from entering the tense scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335946-gun-toting-dad-holds-daughter-hostage-in-bangkok-standoff/

 

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Harley-Davidson Shift: Some Production Heads to Thailand

 

File photo courtesy: Wikipedia

 

Harley-Davidson, a brand synonymous with American craftsmanship, has announced a significant shift in its production strategy. Starting in 2025, some of its iconic motorcycles, specifically the Pan America, Sportster S, and Nightster models, will be produced at Harley-Davidson's manufacturing plant in Thailand. This move is a first for the company, traditionally renowned for its American-made machines.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335947-harley-davidson-shift-some-production-heads-to-thailand/

 

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Thai Dept of Disease Control Mandates Anti-Smoking Campaign Media at all Tobacco Retailers

By Adam Judd

 

 

Thailand – The Thai Department of Disease Control has announced a new regulation requiring all cigarette and tobacco retailers nationwide to display campaign media aimed at reducing, stopping, and quitting smoking and tobacco use at their points of sale. This mandate will take effect on August 21st.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335948-thai-dept-of-disease-control-mandates-anti-smoking-campaign-media-at-all-tobacco-retailers/

 

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Military Vehicle Tyre Blowout Causes Collision with Parked Truck, Saraburi

 

 

August 19,  a military vehicle en route to a training exercise in Saraburi lost control and collided with a parked trailer after suffering a tyre blowout, resulting in 18 soldiers being injured, two of them seriously. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335949-military-vehicle-tyre-blowout-causes-collision-with-parked-truck-saraburi/

 

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Thief Gets Stuck After Escaping Police in Kanchanaburi

 

 

Kanchanaburi, August 19, a thief who broke into an old bank building to steal valuables found himself in a tight spot, literally, after attempting to flee from police and falling between two buildings.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335950-thief-gets-stuck-after-escaping-police-in-kanchanaburi/

 

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Fire Breaks Out at Mansion in Bang Si Mueang, Nonthaburi

 

A fire broke out at a luxury mansion in Bang Si Mueang, Nonthaburi, causing panic as the homeowner was dining. The fire spread rapidly, forcing the residents to evacuate immediately.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335952-fire-breaks-out-at-mansion-in-bang-si-mueang-nonthaburi/

 

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Alleged Motorcycle Thief Gets Caught by Victims in Pattaya
By Aim Tanakorn

 

An alleged motorcycle thief was caught in Pattaya on Monday after his victim recognized him and alerted the police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335953-alleged-motorcycle-thief-gets-caught-by-victims-in-pattaya/

 

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OCA cancels holding Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Thailand 
  by TNR Staff

 

 

THE Sports Authority of Thailand said this evening (Aug. 19) that it has just received an urgent email from the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) stating that the sixth Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (Aimag) set to be held in Bangkok and Chonburi during Nov. 21-30, 2024 has been cancelled because the budget was not channelled on time, Naewna newspaper and Amarin TV said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335954-oca-cancels-holding-asian-indoor-and-martial-arts-games-in-thailand/

 

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Paetongtarn Reaffirms Digital Wallet Commitment Amid Cancellation Rumours

 

FILE - Thailand's Prime Minister-designate Paetongtarn Shinawatra, with members of Pheu Thai party talks to reporters during a press conference at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has quashed rumours surrounding the cancellation of the highly anticipated Digital Wallet Project. In an emphatic statement at the Pheu Thai Party headquarters, Paetongtarn clarified that the rumours were unfounded, reiterating the project’s significance as a vital economic stimulus for Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335955-paetongtarn-reaffirms-digital-wallet-commitment-amid-cancellation-rumours/

 

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Global Leaders Congratulate Paetongtarn on Becoming PM
 

Thailand's Prime Minister designate Paetongtarn Shinawatra, interacts with members of Pheu Thai party after a press conference at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

Foreign leaders have extended their congratulations to Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her historic appointment as Thailand’s youngest prime minister. This significant event has ignited messages of goodwill from key figures around the world, each underscoring the hope for strengthened international ties and cooperation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335956-global-leaders-congratulate-paetongtarn-on-becoming-pm/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 20 August 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335957-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-20-august-2024/

 

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E-Cigarettes Disguised as Toys Seized in Massive Police Raid

 

Picture courtesy: Facebook MorningNews

 

Thai police conducted a major raid today in Chiang Mai, seizing e-cigarettes disguised as toys worth 10 million baht. The police confiscated 31,790 e-cigarette items from a warehouse, uncovering a scheme to appeal to youth and evade detection by parents and teachers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335962-e-cigarettes-disguised-as-toys-seized-in-massive-police-raid/

 

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New Cabinet to Be Finalised This Week: Paetongtarn

 

In this photo released by the Government Spokesman Office, Thailand's new Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, second right in front, pays respect for former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra after she receives a royal letter of endorsement ceremony which appoints her as the new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. (The Government Spokesman Office via AP)

 

The coalition parties are set to submit their prospective cabinet lists by tomorrow, as the prime minister aims to finalise the complete list of cabinet members this week.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1335965-new-cabinet-to-be-finalised-this-week-paetongtarn/

 

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Thai mother suspects murder after son’s suspicious suicide
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via INN News

A Thai mother is searching for the truth after suspecting her 15 year old son’s suicide was staged to cover up his murder in Samut Prakan province, near Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335969-thai-mother-suspects-murder-after-son’s-suspicious-suicide/

 

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Thaksin to receive certificate of innocence following his release under royal pardon

By Pattaya Mail

 

Thaksin was among tens of thousands of prisoners granted pardons on Sunday (Aug 18), celebrating His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on July 28 while his one-year jail sentence, initially set to end on August 31, has been nullified.

The Department of Corrections (DOC) has announced that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to receive a certificate of innocence within 120 days following his release under a royal pardon.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335968-thaksin-to-receive-certificate-of-innocence-following-his-release-under-royal-pardon/

 

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Refrigerant Cylinder Explosion in Sriracha

 

 

August 19, A person was injured by an air conditioner refrigerant cylinder explosion in Sriracha District, Chonburi.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1335973-refrigerant-cylinder-explosion-in-sriracha/

 

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Surin officer fatally shoots girlfriend in Saraburi
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A district police officer in Surin lured his girlfriend into a meeting under the pretence of discussing compensation for a previous assault, only to fatally shoot her inside a vehicle in Saraburi yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335974-surin-officer-fatally-shoots-girlfriend-in-saraburi/

 

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Thailand Urged To Expand Tax Cuts for Rooftop Solar Panels

 

File photo for reference only. Courtesy: Wikimedia

 

The IEEE Power and Energy Society in Thailand is urging the government to expand its new tax reduction scheme for rooftop solar panel installations, aiming to boost the adoption of clean energy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335977-thailand-urged-to-expand-tax-cuts-for-rooftop-solar-panels/

 

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Deputy PM Anutin Charnvirakul Inspects Flooding Preparedness

 

 

On August 19, Mr. Chaiwat Chuntiraphong, Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), joined the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, on a field visit to Phetchaburi Province. The purpose of the visit was to assess the progress in preparing for potential flooding and the readiness of disaster relief equipment.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1335978-deputy-pm-anutin-charnvirakul-inspects-flooding-preparedness/

 

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Chiang Rai nurses wear black in abusive doctor protest (video)
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via One 31

Thai nurses working at a state hospital in the northern province of Chiang Rai are wearing black in protest against an abusive doctor who brutally assaulted a nurse at the weekend.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335982-chiang-rai-nurses-wear-black-in-abusive-doctor-protest-video/

 

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BEM to Conduct Fire Drills and Evacuation Exercises

 

 

The Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM), the operator of the expressways and the MRT Blue and Purple Lines, is organising fire evacuation drills to ensure that its employees are well-trained and capable of responding to emergency situations effectively and safely

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335983-bem-to-conduct-fire-drills-and-evacuation-exercises/

 

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Korea Aerospace Industries and Thai Aviation Industries Sign MOU for T-50TH Jets

 

 

Korea Aerospace Industries Co. (KAI), South Korea’s leading and only aircraft manufacturer, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) for the continued maintenance and support of Thailand’s fleet of T-50TH trainer jets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335987-korea-aerospace-industries-and-thai-aviation-industries-sign-mou-for-t-50th-jets/

 

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Thai Smile Bus launches electric bus services across Bangkok
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Thai Smile Bus (TSB) launched 24-hour air-conditioned bus services across 13 routes in Bangkok, featuring electric-powered buses operating every hour. This initiative aims to assist night-shift workers who struggle with transportation. The service began today, August 20.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335988-thai-smile-bus-launches-electric-bus-services-across-bangkok/

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Fatal Accident Between Ice Truck & School Bus in Udon Thani

 

 

A road accident involving an ice truck and a school bus, resulted in the death of a driver, in an accident that occurred in Udon Thani Province.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336005-fatal-accident-between-ice-truck-school-bus-in-udon-thani/