Thailand’s golden rice grain faces storm from strong baht and India

Police on the picturesque island of Koh Samui swooped and shut down 21 luxury villas that were built illegally on the pristine Khao Ma Ngaen mountain, leaving foreign tenants scrambling to pack their bags.

 

Thai police shut down 21 villas on Koh Samui, foreigners evicted

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338515-thai-police-shut-down-21-villas-on-koh-samui-foreigners-evicted/

 

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Thailand banks could be forced to share hacking costs

 

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Thailand’s Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Prasert Chantararuangthong has thrown his weight behind a groundbreaking proposal that could see commercial banks sharing the financial burden when their customers’ accounts are hacked.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338504-thailand-banks-could-be-forced-to-share-hacking-costs/

NBTC Approves Cell Broadcast System for Disaster Alerts

 

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The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has given the green light for a new cell broadcast system designed to send disaster alerts swiftly. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338534-nbtc-approves-cell-broadcast-system-for-disaster-alerts/

 

Tourist Police Ensure Safety for Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan

 

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Pol. Lt. Gen. Saksira Phueak-um, Commissioner of the Tourist Police, has assured enhanced safety measures for tourists attending the upcoming Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan, set to attract thousands of visitors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338535-tourist-police-ensure-safety-for-full-moon-party-on-koh-phangan/

Fruit Vendor Killed as Speeding Truck Has Blowout & Crashes, Injuring Three Others Injured

 

 

A fruit vendor was killed and three others, including a two-year-old child, were injured in Patum Thani, when a speeding pickup truck suffered a tyre blowout and lost control, leading to a fatal collision.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338536-fruit-vendor-killed-as-speeding-truck-has-blowout-crashes-injuring-three-others-injured/

 

Miraculous Rescue: Soldier Survives After Car Submerged for Half an Hour

 

 

A soldier narrowly escaped death after his car was submerged in water, with in it, for nearly half an hour. Rescue teams described the incident as miraculous when they managed to pull the man from his vehicle.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1338537-miraculous-rescue-soldier-survives-after-car-submerged-for-half-an-hour/

 

Waves Destroys Homes on Libong Island: Residents Left Homeless

 

 

Residents of Mod Tanoi Village on Libong Island, Trang province, are calling for government assistance after a 4 metre high wave destroyed homes, leaving many without shelter.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1338539-waves-destroys-homes-on-libong-island-residents-left-homeless/

 

Truck Overturns into Jang River in Lampang, Driver Killed

 

 

A truck driver lost control and overturned into the Jang River in Ban Pa Tan, Mae Tha District, Lampang Province, resulting in his death. The  body was trapped inside the vehicle.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1338540-truck-overturns-into-jang-river-in-lampang-driver-killed/

 

Former Army Chief Set to Lead Neo-Conservative Party

 

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Former Army Chief Apirat Kongsompong is widely speculated to head a new neo-conservative party expected to emerge soon and possibly contest the upcoming general election. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338541-former-army-chief-set-to-lead-neo-conservative-party/

 

Storm Topples Tree Onto Pickup Truck, Killing Driver and Critically Injuring Passenger

 

 

A massive tree was uprooted by a violent rainstorm and collapsed onto a pickup truck, killing one and leaving another in critical condition, at approximately 19:00 on September 18.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338542-storm-topples-tree-onto-pickup-truck-killing-driver-and-critically-injuring-passenger/

 

Discovery of Infant's Body Floating in a Canal in Nonthaburi

 

 

Authorities in Nonthaburi province are investigating the discovery of a newborn's body found floating in a canal, with the umbilical cord still attached. Police believe the infant had been dead for approximately two days before being found.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338544-discovery-of-infants-body-floating-in-a-canal-in-nonthaburi/

 

Tragic Death of Family in Rayong: Father, Mother, and Daughter Found Deceased

 

 

A family of three, consisting of a father, mother, and their young daughter, was found dead in their rented home in Pluak Daeng District, Rayong Province. A note was discovered at the scene, and initial investigations have found no visible signs of trauma, with authorities suspecting CO poisoning or suffocation as the cause of death. 

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1338546-tragic-death-of-family-in-rayong-father-mother-and-daughter-found-deceased/

 

Prawit Faces Scrutiny Over Possible Excessive Absences from House Sessions

 

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House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha has initiated an investigation into whether Palang Pracharath leader and MP Prawit Wongsuwan has missed too many parliamentary sessions, which could jeopardize his status as a member of the House of Representatives. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338547-prawit-faces-scrutiny-over-possible-excessive-absences-from-house-sessions/

 

Police Unit 191 Launches Tactical First Aid Training to Reduce Operational Losses

 

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Police Major General Worawit Yanachinda announced the launch of an intensive Tactical First Aid Training programme aimed at enhancing the safety and operational efficiency of Thailand's Police Unit 191.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338549-police-unit-191-launches-tactical-first-aid-training-to-cut-operational-losses/

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 19 September 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338550-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-19-september-2024/

 

Illegal Foreign Guide Assaults Chinese Tourist at Jewelry Store

 

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The tourism industry is once again shocked by a scandalous incident in which a foreign illegal tour guide attacked a Chinese tourist at a well-known jewelry store in Lat Krabang on September 17.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338552-illegal-foreign-guide-assaults-chinese-tourist-at-jewelry-store/

 

MP urges central bank governor to resign over call centre scams
by Bob Scott

 

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People’s Party list MP Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn launched a blistering attack on the governor of the Bank of Thailand, urging him to resign if he can’t protect the public from the alarming rise in call centre scams.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338554-mp-urges-central-bank-governor-to-resign-over-call-centre-scams/

 

Russian and Turkish Nationals Arrested for Illegal IT and Interior Installation Work on Koh Phangan

 

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Authorities in Koh Phangan have arrested two foreign nationals for illegal work activities involving high-income IT and interior installation services.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338556-russian-and-turkish-nationals-arrested-for-illegal-it-and-interior-installation-work/

Ride-Hailing Car Crashes into Oil Truck, Passenger Killed, One Injured in Rayong

 

 

The collision occurred on the morning of September 19, in Rayong, where a ride-hailing car collided with the rear of an oil truck, resulting in the death of one passenger and severe injuries to another.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1338557-ride-hailing-car-crashes-into-oil-truck-passenger-killed-one-injured-in-rayong/

 

PM Faces Pressure Over Thaksin's Alleged Hospital Fake-Out

 

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reads the policy statement at parliament in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Paetongtarn appeared Parliament for the first time to lay out how her government envisions to improve the country. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in a precarious position, with her political career hanging in the balance due to legal issues surrounding her father, Thaksin Shinawatra. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338560-pm-faces-dilemma-over-thaksin’s-alleged-fake-out-at-hospital/ 

 

Thailand’s golden rice grain faces storm from strong baht and India

 

 

Thailand’s rice exports are teetering on the edge of crisis with looming threats from a strong baht and potential policy changes in India.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338591-thailand’s-golden-rice-grain-faces-storm-from-strong-baht-and-india/

 

Thailand to borrow 2.59 trillion baht for 2025 budget

 

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The Government of Thailand announced a borrowing plan of 2.59 trillion baht for the 2025 fiscal year, assuring that this will not hinder the private sector’s fundraising efforts, a Ministry of Finance official stated yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338592-thailand-to-borrow-259-trillion-baht-for-2025-budget/

 

Cyber police arrest influencer for selling explicit videos online

 

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Cyber police raided an apartment in the Pinklao area, arresting a well-known transgender woman with over 600,000 followers for filming explicit videos with men and selling them on social media, earning 200,000 baht per month.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338594-cyber-police-arrest-influencer-for-selling-explicit-videos-online/

 

Psychiatric patient escapes hospital, steals two bikes in Lopburi

 

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A psychiatric patient caused quite a stir by escaping from a hospital and stealing two motorcycles, fleeing across four districts to reach his mother’s home.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338595-psychiatric-patient-escapes-hospital-steals-two-bikes-in-lopburi/

 

Thai Court Seizes Millions from Corrupt Official Over Unexplained Wealth

 

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In a significant move targeting corruption, the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases Region 3 has ordered the confiscation of assets worth 5.1 million baht from a Public Warehouse Organisation (PWO) official. This ruling was announced by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338596-thai-court-seizes-millions-from-corrupt-official-over-unexplained-wealth/

 

SRT Directed to Expedite Sino-Thai Railway Completion by 2025

 

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The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has been instructed to finalise the Sino-Thai high-speed railway project by the first quarter of next year. This directive, targeted at newly appointed SRT Director Veeris Ammarapala, was announced by Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338597-srt-directed-to-expedite-sino-thai-railway-completion-by-2024/

 

Market Assault by Creditor Raises Alarm in Udon Thani

 

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In Udon Thani, a woman has reported her creditor for assaulting her in the middle of a bustling market, despite her claims of repaying a loan in full. The victim, 46-year-old Phanomphon from the Mueang district, has detailed a harrowing sequence of events culminating in a violent confrontation with her creditor's daughter.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338599-market-assault-by-creditor-raises-alarm-in-udon-thani/

 

Bangkok Bank Donates Over 70 Million Baht to Siriraj Hospital

 

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Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited (PCL) has made a generous donation exceeding 70 million baht to Siriraj Hospital, signalling its strong commitment to social responsibility and community support. This significant contribution unfolded through the innovative Bangkok Bank-Siriraj Card Project.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338600-bangkok-bank-donates-over-70-million-baht-to-siriraj-hospital/

 

FM Maris confirms Thailand to host “ASEAN Troika Plus” on Myanmar

 

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Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa today outlined what he described as Thailand’s proactive diplomacy that will, among other things, see the country host the ASEAN Troika Plus meeting later this year to discuss efforts to help resolve the crisis in Myanmar.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338601-fm-maris-confirms-thailand-to-host-“asean-troika-plus”-on-myanmar/

 

Bangkok braces for floods as heavy rain and upstream water

 

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Bangkok, Sept 19 (TNA)– Bangkok authorities have issued a warning to communities living outside the Chao Phraya River dike, urging them to be vigilant against potential flooding from September 19-23.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338602-bangkok-braces-for-floods-as-heavy-rain-and-upstream-water/