THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 5 September 2024

[webfact]

Photo courtesy of Executive Traveller

 

Australians planning a getaway to Thailand will soon have an extra step to complete before boarding their flight. The Thai government is introducing a mandatory electronic travel authorisation (ETA), which must be obtained ahead of travel.

 

Aussies now need an ETA to enter Thailand
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337300-aussies-now-need-an-eta-to-enter-thailand/

[webfact]

Thailand Leads Infidelity Statistics Globally

File photo

 

Ever wondered how your country fared in a worldwide study of unfaithfulness? A report recently identified the 25 countries where infidelity tends to occur most.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337290-thailand-leads-infidelity-statistics-globally/

 

[webfact]

Former US Soldier, 82, Assaulted by Drunk Thai Man in Pattaya Park

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

An 82-year-old former American soldier was the victim of a violent assault while jogging in Pattaya Youth Center Park.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337319-former-us-soldier-82-assaulted-by-drunk-thai-man-in-pattaya-park/

 

[Georgealbert]

Winds Topple Tree Onto School Van, Injuring 14: Driver in Serious Condition

 

Krabi, a  school van carrying students was struck by a falling tree during a powerful storm, leaving 14 people injured, including the driver, who is in serios condition. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337320-winds-topple-tree-onto-school-van-injuring-14-driver-in-serious-condition/

 

[Georgealbert]

Elderly Man Survives Attack by Wild Elephant Calf Thanks to His Six Dogs

 

 

A 65 year old man narrowly escaped death after being attacked by a wild elephant calf in a remote area of Chachoengsao Province. The man, who sustained many injuries, credits his survival to the brave actions of his six loyal dogs, which managed to scare off the elephant

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337321-elderly-man-survives-attack-by-wild-elephant-calf-thanks-to-his-six-dogs/

 

[Georgealbert]

Body of Missing Man Found in Wang River After Falling From Tree While Sleeping

 

 

The body of a 45-year-old construction worker was recovered from the Wang River in Lampang after he fell from a tree while attempting to sleep on it.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337322-body-of-missing-man-found-in-wang-river-after-falling-from-tree-while-sleeping/

 

[Georgealbert]

50 Year Old Woman Falls from 40m Cliff While Foraging for Bamboo Shoots in Kanchanaburi

 

 

A 50-year-old woman suffered severe injuries after falling from a 40 metre cliff while foraging for bamboo shoots on a mountain in Sai Yok District. Rescuers spent over 30 minutes trekking through dense forest to reach the woman

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337323-50-year-old-woman-falls-from-40m-cliff-while-foraging-for-bamboo-shoots-in-kanchanaburi/

 

[Georgealbert]

Mysterious Death of 16-Year-Old Girl Found in Bedroom

 

Police officers from Samut Prakan City Police Station, were called to investigate the mysterious death of a 16-year-old girl in a bedroom of a residence where she was visiting.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337325-mysterious-death-of-16-year-old-girl-found-in-bedroom/

 

[webfact]

Thaksin Accused of Seeking Revenge on Military with Key Appointment

 

FILE - Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has recently been accused of seeking personal revenge against military commanders following the appointment of his close associate, Phumtham Wechayachai, as the new Defence Minister.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337327-thaksin-accused-of-seeking-revenge-on-military-with-key-appointment/

 

[webfact]

Ex-Communist Insurgent Phumtham’s Appointment as Defence Minister Unwelcome by Military

 

FILE - Phumtham Wechayachai. Picture courtesy: Siam Rath 

 

The recent appointment of Phumtham Wechayachai, a former communist insurgent, as Thailand’s new Defence Minister has sparked widespread unease among military ranks, both active and retired.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337329-ex-communist-insurgent-phumtham’s-appointment-as-defence-minister-unwelcome-by-military/

 

[webfact]

US Navy Coming to Visit Pattaya in Mid September
By Adam Judd 

 

Pattaya, Thailand-The US Navy will land on September 16th to the 19th in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337330-us-navy-coming-to-visit-pattaya-in-mid-september/

 

[webfact]

The impact of Temu on Thailand’s e-commerce market remains unclear

 

FILE photo

 

Chinese e-commerce giant Temu's entry into Thailand is causing a stir, but its long-term impact on the local market remains uncertain, according to a study by market analytics firm Cube Asia. Sellers brace for potential price wars, similar to shifts seen with competitors like Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337331-the-impact-of-temu-on-thailand’s-e-commerce-market-remains-unclear/

[webfact]

Thai school bus driver accused of sexually assaulting teenage girl
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

A Thai mother accompanied her 13 year old daughter to file a complaint against a school bus driver who allegedly sexually assaulted her. The accused driver denies the accusation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337332-thai-school-bus-driver-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-teenage-girl/

 

[webfact]

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 5 September 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337334-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-5-september-2024/

 

[webfact]

Indian Man Refuses to Leave Thai Wife Despite Her Request for Divorce

 

Picture courtesy: Facebook/สมุทรปราการ press

 

In Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok, an Indian man named Radej is making headlines after refusing to leave his Thai wife, Nuch, despite her demands for a divorce and expulsion from their home. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337340-indian-man-refuses-to-leave-thai-wife-despite-her-request-for-divorce/

 

[webfact]

Russian Buyers Fuel Phuket's 2024 Villa Boom

 

Photo by Abhishek Revis on Unsplash

 

Phuket's villa market is experiencing a significant boom in 2024, thanks to a surge in demand from Russian buyers. In the first half of the year, the number of new villas launched has already surpassed the total for 2023, marking a remarkable shift in the local property market.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337343-russian-buyers-fuel-phukets-2024-villa-boom/

 

[webfact]

Chiang Rai vendor receives 54-year sentence for lese-majeste
by  Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

A Chiang Rai clothing vendor has had his prison sentence extended to a record 54 years and 6 months for lese-majeste offences, according to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337345-chiang-rai-vendor-receives-54-year-sentence-for-lese-majeste/

 

[webfact]

Luxury Behind Bars? Police Probe Hotel-Like Prison Services

 

Picture courtesy: X-bombert

 

Provincial Police Region 7 has launched a thorough investigation into reports of hotel-like services being offered to inmates at a prison in the central province of Samut Sakhon. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337347-luxury-behind-bars-police-probe-hotel-like-prison-services/

 

[webfact]

Indian Man Goes Crazy, Damages Hair Salon, Gets Violent & Strips Naked in Jail Cell

 

Picture courtesy of Ch3.

 

A chaotic scene unfolded in the heart of Bangkok, on September 4, when a foreign man, later identified as a 38-year-old Indian national, went on a rampage at a hair salon in the busy Siam Square area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337346-indian-man-goes-crazy-damages-hair-salon-gets-violent-strips-naked-in-jail-cell/

 

[Georgealbert]

Thai Pilots Association Calls on Government to Address "Pay to Fly" Scheme & Foreign Pilots

 

 

The Thai Pilots Association has made a public appeal to the newly formed government to urgently address key concerns affecting the aviation industry, including the controversial "Pay to Fly" scheme, the use of foreign pilots under wet lease agreements, and regulations regarding retired pilots.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337354-thai-pilots-association-calls-on-government-to-address-pay-to-fly-scheme-foreign-pilots/

 

[Georgealbert]

Rescue Truck Crashes at Intersection, Resulting in Fatality

 

 

Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province a fatal traffic accident involving a pickup truck, used as a rescue vehicle and motorcycles leaves one dead.

 

Full Story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337364-rescue-truck-crashes-at-intersection-resulting-in-fatality/

 

[Georgealbert]

Barking Dogs Corner Escaped Female Crocodile in Nakhon Sawan

 

 

A female crocodile was successfully captured, in Nakon Sawan after being cornered by barking dogs. The reptile had been evading capture for several days.

 

Full Story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337372-barking-dogs-corner-escaped-female-crocodile-in-nakhon-sawan/

 

[webfact]

Swedish Man Scammed by Thai Woman, Loses Over 300,000 Baht

 

Picture courtesy: Amarin TV

 

A 42-year-old Swedish man named Ahmet recently found himself the victim of a heartbreaking scam after falling for a Thai woman he met online. The deception cost him over 300,000 baht (approximately £7,000), and now Ahmet is seeking help to recover his money and ensure his safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337385-swedish-man-scammed-by-thai-woman-loses-over-300000-baht/

 

[Georgealbert]

Fire Breaks Out at Hotel in Bangkok, Ramkhamhaeng Soi 40: One Injured

 

 

A fire broke out at a Hotel in the Huamark area of Bangkapi District. The fire, which occurred on the rooftop laundry room of the 8-story hotel and resulted in one person being injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337381-fire-breaks-out-at-hotel-in-ramkhamhaeng-soi-40-one-injured/

 

[webfact]

Deputy Finance Minister reveals 'Casino Bill' likely to receive 80% approval

 

Picture courtesy: Bangkokbiz News

 

At Government House, Mr. Chulphan Amornvivat, the Deputy Finance Minister, shared updates about the progress of the 'Casino Bill' and the work of the new Finance Minister team. He stated that the current team is very capable and works well together.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337390-deputy-finance-minister-reveals-casino-bill-likely-to-receive-80-approval/

 

[snoop1130]

Thailand promotes quality products at Times Square

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce launched a campaign to elevate the image of Thai products at Times Square. The Ignite Thailand Festival: Think Thailand, Next Level took place at 46-47 Broadway Plaza & Duffy Square yesterday, September 4, aiming to showcase the quality and innovation of Thai goods to over 20 million consumers in the United States.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337399-thailand-promotes-quality-products-at-times-square/

 

[snoop1130]

Public health minister rejects 30-baht scheme co-payment review

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon

 

Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin dismissed a proposal from health experts to revisit the co-payment system of the universal healthcare policy, known as the 30-baht gold card scheme.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337401-public-health-minister-rejects-30-baht-scheme-co-payment-review/

 

[snoop1130]

Bank of Thailand to appoint new chairman amid government push

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) board is set to appoint a new chairperson by early October, as announced by the head of the selection committee. This move comes as the government aims to exert more influence over the central bank following a prolonged public dispute over interest rates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337404-bank-of-thailand-to-appoint-new-chairman-amid-government-push/

 

[snoop1130]

‘Por the Slapper’ strikes store worker for fabricated assault

 

Photo via Facebook/ อริสรา ฯ

 

The owner of a convenience store in the Isaan province of Udon Thani is taking legal action against a mentally ill customer who slapped her employee in the face without reason.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337407-‘por-the-slapper’-strikes-store-worker-for-fabricated-assault/

 

[snoop1130]

Conveniently caught: Bangkok cops nab woman in multi-store heist

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Bangkok Metropolitan Police, along with Investigation Team 115, apprehended a woman involved in a series of thefts at convenience stores across five branches. She confessed to the crimes, citing unemployment and a history of imprisonment while currently under probation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337408-conveniently-caught-bangkok-cops-nab-woman-in-multi-store-heist/