THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 17 October 2024

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Thailand's Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate to Boost Economic Growth

 

Thailand’s central bank has surprised markets with an unexpected decision to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points, reducing it from 2.5% to 2.25%. 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340865-thailands-central-bank-cuts-interest-rate-to-boost-economic-growth/

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Phuket taxi driver hits foreign man on airport zebra crossing

Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Times ภูเก็ตไทม์

 

A Thai taxi driver hit a foreign man on a zebra crossing at Phuket International Airport yesterday leaving the man with serious injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340867-phuket-taxi-driver-hits-foreign-man-on-airport-zebra-crossing/

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Search continues for 12 year old Thai girl missing for 12 days

Photo via Facebook/ กระแสข่าวชาวกระบี่ทีวีออนไลน์

 

A Thai mother and aunt in the southern province of Phang Nga are searching for her 12 year old girl, who has been missing for 12 days since October 5, when the family left the girl alone at home to attend a vegetarian festival.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340868-search-continues-for-12-year-old-thai-girl-missing-for-12-days/

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Foreign man’s tattoo blunder: ‘Love, peace, and curry’

Photo by thirstyfridays via Reddit

 

A foreign man sparked a social media frenzy after showing off his new Thai tattoo, only for eagle-eyed netizens to point out a major mix-up.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340882-foreign-man’s-tattoo-blunder-‘love-peace-and-curry’/

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Pattaya Council Plans Traffic Overhaul with One-Way Streets, Odd-Even Parking

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In an effort to tackle traffic congestion, the Governance and Order Committee of Pattaya City Council, led by Anupong Puttanawarat, convened for the fourth time this year on 15th October. The focus was squarely on reorganising city traffic, introducing one-way street systems and regulating parking through an even-odd day scheme—a decision that affects major traffic spots like Lan Pho Market, Old Market, New Market, and Soi Post Office.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340881-pattaya-council-plans-traffic-overhaul-with-one-way-streets-odd-even-parking/

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Pattaya Police Crack Down on Unregistered Bolt Drivers
By Aim Tanakorn

 

Pattaya police cracked down on the misuse of vehicles, particularly among Bolt drivers, resulting in multiple arrests.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340904-pattaya-police-crack-down-on-unregistered-bolt-drivers/

 

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Tourist Bus Catches Fire in Pak Chong

 

 

A tourist bus in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, fortunately, no injuries were reported as all passengers had left the bus moments before the blaze to have dinner.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340905-tourist-bus-catches-fire-in-pak-chong/

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MP Denies Speeding in Parliament Car Park Collision

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.
 

A minor collision at the Parliament’s B2 parking lot, sparked a discussion when MP Sirin Sanguansin, representing Bangkok for the People’s Party, was involved in the collision.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340906-mp-denies-speeding-in-parliament-car-park-collision/

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Pick-up Truck Overturns in Pattani: Nine Injured in Crash

 

 

A pick-up truck had overturned and crashed off the road along Highway 43, heading towards Hat Yai. The accident left nine people injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340907-pick-up-truck-overturns-in-pattani-nine-injured-in-crash/

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Cabinet Set to Review Casino-Entertainment Complex Feedback

 

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The Cabinet is poised to review feedback from a recent public hearing regarding a proposed bill to establish casino-entertainment complexes in Thailand. This initiative, spearheaded by the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO), aims to regulate casinos and foster tourism-related revenue.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340908-cabinet-set-to-review-casino-entertainment-complex-feedback/

 

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Newborn Found in Trash Bag, Mother Confesses to Dumping Body

 

 

Authorities discovered the body of a newborn male infant in a trash bag outside a row of rental apartments in the Phra Khanong district of Bangkok. The discovery was made by a garbage collector who immediately alerted the police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340909-newborn-found-in-trash-bag-mother-confesses-to-dumping-body/

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Worker Dies in Incident Involving Container Lift in Samut Prakan

 

 

Rescue volunteers, responded to the scene of a fatal incident involving a container lift in Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340911-worker-dies-in-incident-involving-container-lift-in-samut-prakan/

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Phuket Airport Boosts Capacity to Meet Rising Tourism Demand

 

Picture via Wikimedia

 

Phuket International Airport is set to increase its flight capacity, aiming to handle 18 million passengers by 2025. This comes in response to growing demands for both international and domestic travel. Presently, the airport manages about 260 to 280 flights daily, with a further increase expected during the high season.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340915-phuket-airport-boosts-capacity-to-meet-rising-tourism-demand/

 

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Bank of Thailand Interest Rate Cut Offers Boost to Tourism Sector

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Thailand's tourism sector gets a boost following an unexpected interest rate cut by the Bank of Thailand, reducing the official rate by 25 basis points to 2.25% on Wednesday. This move is poised to energise the sector, allowing tour operators to expand and attract more tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340916-bank-of-thailand-interest-rate-cut-offers-boost-to-tourism-sector/

 

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PM Paetongtarn invites China for 6G launch base collaboration

 

FILE photo - Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, center, arrives ahead of the 19th East Asia Summit in Vientiane, Laos, Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)

 

In an effort to strengthen economic ties and technological advancement, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has invited China to establish a satellite launch base in Thailand to propel 6G technology deployment. This proposal is part of broader discussions aimed at bolstering bilateral relations as Thailand and China gear up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties next year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340918-pm-paetongtarn-invites-china-for-6g-launch-base-collaboration/

 

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ICONSIAM Confirms No Association with The Icon Group in Statement

 

Composite: AMRIN TV

 

ICONSIAM has issued a statement clarifying that it has no connection with The Icon Group, following concerns over potential public confusion.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340919-iconsiam-confirms-no-association-with-the-icon-group-in-statement/

 

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High-end Hotels Plan Rate Hike Amid Tourist Surge

 

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As the tourism sector anticipates a booming high season, posh hotel operators are expected to increase room rates. The latest hotel operator sentiment index suggests a rise in tourists, especially impacting luxury accommodations, while budget hotels are struggling to keep up.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340920-high-end-hotels-plan-rate-hike-amid-tourist-surge/

 

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Monsoon brings heavy rain to central, eastern, southern Thailand
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Joshua Rawson-Harris, Unsplash

Weather conditions for today see a monsoon trough passing through central, eastern, and southern regions, including Bangkok, bringing rain to 60% of the area with heavy showers in some places. Mariners are advised to navigate cautiously due to high waves.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340925-monsoon-brings-heavy-rain-to-central-eastern-southern-thailand/

 

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High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Dramatic Crash: Two Seriously Injured in Amnat Charoen

 

 

A high-speed car chase turned into a terrifying crash in Amnat Charoen, leaving two individuals seriously injured. A white Mazda car, being pursued by two or three pickup trucks, lost control and crashed into a roadside utility pole.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340926-high-speed-pursuit-ends-in-dramatic-crash-two-seriously-injured-in-amnat-charoen/

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Leopard spotted in Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

A leopard made a rare daytime appearance in Kaeng Krachan National Park, located in the Kaeng Krachan district of Phetchaburi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340927-leopard-spotted-in-kaeng-krachan-national-park-in-phetchaburi/

 

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Uzbek Madam Arrested in Pattaya After Evading Interpol Red Notice

 

Picture courtesy of Sophon.

 

Chonburi Immigration officers successfully apprehended a 34-year-old Uzbek national, in Pattaya. She was charged with overstaying her visa by two days and was arrested.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340934-uzbek-madam-arrested-in-pattaya-after-evading-interpol-red-notice/

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Thailand unveils 110 billion baht economic recovery plan

 

Picture courtesy of Chanat Katanyu

 

Thailand’s government rolled out a comprehensive economic recovery initiative, aiming to inject up to 110 billion baht into the economy by supporting small businesses through collaborations with major corporations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340970-thailand-unveils-110-billion-baht-economic-recovery-plan/

 

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Thailand’s industrial confidence dips as floods hit economy

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya News

 

Thailand’s Industrial Confidence Index dropped to 87.1 in September, down from 87.7 in August, announced Nava Chantanasurakon, Vice Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The decline is primarily due to severe flooding across northern, northeastern, and central regions, impacting homes, agricultural areas, industries, and tourism, with economic losses estimated between 30 and 50 billion baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340971-thailand’s-industrial-confidence-dips-as-floods-hit-economy/

 

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Bangkok bombshell: Chilling find at iCon Group office turns heads

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) officers dashed to the scene this afternoon after a resident made a chilling discovery at the iCon Group office in Soi Ramintra 9, Bang Khen district, Bangkok. What first appeared to be a hazardous bomb left locals trembling in shock but turned out to be a well-crafted fake.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340972-bangkok-bombshell-chilling-find-at-icon-group-office-turns-heads/

 

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2 Thai cops suspended after South Korean livestreams from cell - video

 

Photo via Facebook/ Sattahip online-ข่าวสัตหีบออนไลน์

 

Two Thai police officers in Chon Buri province are under investigation after a South Korean drug suspect livestreamed himself during his detention, claiming he had special privileges because he paid the officers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340973-2-thai-cops-suspended-after-south-korean-livestreams-from-cell-video/

 

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Thai man wanted for raping two disabled girls for over 2 years

 

Photo via Siam Eagle

 

Police summoned a Thai man to answer a legal charge of sexually abusing two disabled sisters over two years while the victims worked as maids at his home in the central province of Singburi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340974-thai-man-wanted-for-raping-two-disabled-girls-for-over-2-years/

 

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Record-breaking crowds cause traffic chaos at Khao Yai

 

Photo courtesy of Khao Yai National Park website

 

Khao Yai National Park was the place to be during the recent long weekend, smashing visitor records and causing traffic nightmares at the gates. Over the three-day holiday from October 12 to 14, the park saw daily entrance fees soar past 1 million baht as hordes of tourists flooded in to enjoy the cooler weather and stunning scenery.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340975-record-breaking-crowds-cause-traffic-chaos-at-khao-yai/

 

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Thailand Imposes 24-Hour Alcohol Ban for Wan Org Pansa Observance

 

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Thailand has introduced a 24-hour ban on alcohol sales in observance of Wan Org Pansa, marking the end of Buddhist Lent. This prohibition launched at midnight and lasts until midnight tonight. Wan Org Pansa, known as Pavarana Day, holds considerable significance in the Buddhist calendar.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340976-thailand-imposes-24-hour-alcohol-ban-for-wan-org-pansa-observance/

 

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TC Space Connect Poised to Secure Thai Satellite Orbit Licences

 

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In a notable advancement, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has announced TC Space Connect as the winning bidder for the remaining satellite orbit packages. These crucial slots, situated at 50.5° East, 51° East, and 142° East, are pivotal assets in Thailand's satellite communications landscape. TC Space Connect, a subsidiary of Thaicom, emerged as the sole bidder qualifying for these licences following an extensive review by the bid selection committee.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340977-tc-space-connect-poised-to-secure-thai-satellite-orbit-licences/

 

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Bangkok Governor Leads City Footpath Upgrade Revolution

 

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Bangkok’s streets are set for a transformative makeover, guided by Governor Chadchart Sittipunt. On Tuesday, he partnered with Deputy Governor Wisanu Subsompon to review progress on the ambitious footpath renovation along Itsaraphap Road near the MRT Itsaraphap Station. This project, started in June and projected to conclude by January 2025, is part of a citywide initiative to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility within a one-kilometre radius of MRT stations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340978-bangkok-governor-leads-city-footpath-upgrade-revolution/