THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 5 October 2024

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At a significant ceremony for the 66th birthday of Newin Chidchob, the de facto leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, blessings were bestowed upon party leader Anutin Charnvirakul, aiming for his future as Prime Minister. Held at Buriram United Football Club's Buriram Castle, the event on 4th October attracted politicians, esteemed figures, and high-ranking officials from the Interior Ministry.

 

Anutin Blessed for PM Role at Newin's Birthday Ceremony

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339859-anutin-blessed-for-pm-role-at-newins-birthday-ceremony/

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Bangkok Streets to Undergo Significant Improvements

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Bangkok’s city streets are set for a major revamp, with City Governor Chadchart Sittipunt leading efforts to address enduring urban issues. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339848-bangkok-streets-to-undergo-significant-improvements/

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Corruption scandal hits the brakes: Thailand’s bus industry whistleblows dirty dealings

Photo by Chaowanon J via flickr

 

A shocking revelation has swept through the coach bus industry of Thailand as several anonymous companies have blown the whistle on rampant corruption within the Land Transport Department‘s vehicle inspection process. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339842-corruption-scandal-hits-the-brakes-thailand’s-bus-industry-whistleblows-dirty-dealings/

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Elephants and other sick animals evacuated from flooded shelter (vIdeo)

 

National park officials, boats and FWD trucks are rushing to an elephant conservation centre in Mae Taeng district of Chiang Mai to evacuate about 100 elephants and hundreds of other animals, as floodwater reaches two metres and is still rising.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339861-elephants-and-other-sick-animals-evacuated-from-flooded-shelter/

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Bus Crashes into Pickup Truck, Which Overturns, 10 Injured in Collision: Pathum Thani

 

 

A factory bus collided with a pickup truck carrying construction workers, causing the truck to overturn in front of a gas station, leaving 10 people injured. The accident occurred after the pickup truck abruptly cut in front of the bus, and the driver was unable to brake in time.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339869-bus-crashes-into-pickup-truck-which-overturns-10-injured-in-collision-pathum-thani/

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Two Men on Yaba Crash Pickup Truck After Fleeing Police Check Point: Nakhon Ratchasima

 

 

In a police chase on October 4th, two men high on methamphetamine fled a drug checkpoint, leading to a pursuit that ended with a crash and their arrest.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339870-two-men-on-yaba-crash-pickup-truck-after-fleeing-police-check-point nakhon-ratchasima/

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Thailand's Cashless Leap: Ahead of the Asean Pack by 2028

 

Picture courtesy: Sanook 

 

Thailand is on track to outpace its Southeast Asian neighbours in becoming a cashless society, propelled by a rapid uptake in digital payment methods. A recent survey by Visa, a global payment service giant, indicates that Thailand could transition to a cashless economy as early as 2028, beating the broader ASEAN timeline by a few years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339871-thailands-cashless-leap-ahead-of-the-asean-pack-by-2028/

 

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Pick-up Truck Swerves to Avoid Motorcycle, Crashes into School Van: Six Injured, Phetchabun

 

 

Police received a report of a collision between a pick-up truck and a school van on the Saraburi-Lom Sak Road in Phetchabun. The accident resulted in five injuries in the school van.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339872-pick-up-truck-swerves-to-avoid-motorcycle-crashes-into-school-van-six-injured-phetchabun/

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Chiang Mai on High Alert as Ping River Surges Beyond 5.25 Metres

 

 

The city of Chiang Mai is facing a critical situation as the water level of the Ping River has surged past 5.25 meters resulting in severe flooding.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339874-chiang-mai-on-high-alert-as-ping-river-surges-beyond-525-metres/

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Fire Kills 11 Cats 5 Others Injured, Owner Shocked by Fire in Room Where 29 Cats Were Kept

 

 

A fire occurred at a house in the Klong Gao Hong community on Pracha Uthit 90 Road, Thung Khru district, resulting in the tragic death of 11 cats, while many others were left injured. Five of the surviving cats have been rushed to a nearby animal hospital for treatment

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339875-fire-kills-11-cats-5-others-injured-owner-shocked-by-fire-in-room-where-29-cats-were-kept/

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Thai PM Paetongtarn Reflects on ACD Summit Success

 

Picture courtesy: ROYAL THAI GOVERNMENT

 

The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the success of her participation in the international forum. For the first time, leaders from many ACD countries are keen to cooperate in food, technology, and health tourism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339876-thai-pm-paetongtarn-reflects-on-acd-summit-success/

 

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Thai crackdown on activists ignites fresh tensions in Deep South
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Benar News

Five activists in Thailand’s insurgency-plagued Deep South are facing the heat after hosting a mock referendum on self-determination.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339877-thai-crackdown-on-activists-ignites-fresh-tensions-in-deep-south/

 

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Chinese Tourist Fined 5,000 Baht for Filming Social Media Video Content in Flooded River
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Chiang Mai — On October 3rd, 2024, Chiang Mai local media reported a Chinese man was seen floating in the strong currents of the Ping River near Nawarat Bridge in Chiang Mai, appearing relaxed as he filmed a video for social media.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339878-chinese-tourist-fined-5000-baht-for-filming-social-media-video-content-in-flooded-river/

 

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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Pickup Truck in Nonthaburi

 

 

Police in Nonthaburi  attended the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Chaiyapruek Road, A Honda motorcycle had crashed into the back of a pickup truck.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339883-motorcyclist-killed-in-collision-with-pickup-truck-in-nonthaburi/

 

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Cannabis-Intoxicated Brit Arrested for Trespassing and Overstay
 

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A British man embroiled in legal issues has been arrested in Pattaya, Thailand, after attempting to evade police. The incident occurred when the 28-year-old, who was wanted for trespassing and overstaying his visa, tried to flee while under the influence of cannabis.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339867-cannabis-intoxicated-british-man-arrested-for-trespassing-and-overstay/

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Foreign Rider Killed in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash in Jomtien

 

 

A motorcycle carrying two foreign nationals collided with a tree on Jomtien Second Road, resulting in the death of one man and leaving a woman critically injured.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339886-foreign-rider-killed-in-early-morning-motorcycle-crash-in-jomtien/

 

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Foreign tourist’s gold necklace stolen in Patong alley
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Phuket News

Patong Police are currently investigating the theft of a gold necklace from a foreign tourist in Soi Sea Dragon, off Bangla Road, which took place early yesterday morning, October 4.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339890-foreign-tourist’s-gold-necklace-stolen-in-patong-alley/

 

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Soldiers in Lopburi camp hospitalised after severe punishment
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Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A military camp in Lopburi has come under scrutiny following reports of two soldiers being subjected to severe punishment late at night, leading to their admission into the intensive care unit (ICU).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339891-soldiers-in-lopburi-camp-hospitalised-after-severe-punishment/ 

 

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Pickup Crashes into Ambulance, Severing Power Pole & Causing Large Blackout: Ayutthaya

 

 

A speeding pickup truck collided with an ambulance and then careened into a power pole, causing significant damage to local infrastructure.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339893-pickup-crashes-into-ambulance-severing-power-pole-causing-large-blackout ayutthaya/

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Parents Abandon Baby on Jomtien Beach, Pattaya: Locals Rescue Hungry Infant

 

 

A baby boy was found abandoned on Jomtien Beach, Pattaya. The infant, left alone and crying out in hunger, was discovered just in time by concerned residents.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339899-parents-abandon-baby-on-jomtien-beach-pattaya-locals-rescue-hungry-infant/

 

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UPDATE
Two Elephants Found Dead After Being Swept Away in Chiang Mai Floods

 

 

The hopes of rescuing two missing elephants were dashed as their lifeless bodies were discovered after being swept away by floodwaters in Mae Taeng District.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339861-elephants-and-other-sick-animals-evacuated-from-flooded-shelter/?do=findComment&comment=19284122

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