THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 16 November 2024

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The Suvarnabhumi Airport, internationally renowned and Thailand's busiest, is in for a significant overhaul with plans to be the top transit hub in Southeast Asia. The Airports of Thailand (AOT) have released an ambitious master plan aimed at boosting the percentages of transit flights from a mere 4% to a lofty 20%. The ultimate aim is to join the ranks of the world's top 20 airports by the year 2030.

 

Thailand Looks to Bolster Suvarnabhumi Airport as Southeast Asia's Top Transit Hub

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343669-thailand-looks-to-bolster-suvarnabhumi-airport-as-southeast-asias-top-transit-hub/

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Pattaya Beach turns into unregulated booze and kratom market

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

Pattaya Beach, a once serene paradise for tourists and locals, is now teetering on the edge of chaos as unlicenced vendors run rampant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343673-pattaya-beach-turns-into-unregulated-booze-and-kratom-market/

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Frenchman faces legal action for unlawful macaque possession in Bangkok

 

Picture courtesy of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department's Facebook

 

A French national has found himself facing legal action for allegedly keeping four young macaques unlawfully after showcasing them on social media. This incident unfolded when officials from the Natural Resources, 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343665-frenchman-faces-legal-action-for-unlawful-macaque-possession-in-bangkok/

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British expats uncovered in Thailand as UK probes pension fraud
by Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of William Russell

In a fresh twist for British expats soaking up the sun abroad, the cloak of UK banking secrecy is about to be lifted if there’s a whiff of state pension fraud.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343598-uk-pensioners-in-thailand-face-new-scrutiny-over-pension-fraud/?do=findComment&comment=19382998

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School Van Overturns in Surat Thani, Injuring 11

 

 

A school van carrying nine students and two teachers overturned in Thung Rang subdistrict, Kanchanadit district, Surat Thani province. The crash occurred near the Paolo Stadium, leaving all 11 occupants injured, with two initially trapped inside the vehicle.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343692-school-van-overturns-in-surat-thani-injuring-11/

 

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Prawit Wongsuwan Joins Loy Krathong, Wishes Thais Happiness

 

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, participated in Loy Krathong celebrations at the Pa Roy Tor Conservation Foundation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343693-prawit-wongsuwan-joins-loy-krathong-wishes-thais-happiness/

 

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Two Killed, Several Injured in School Transport Crash in Pattani
 

 

A collision between a six-wheel truck and a school transport vehicle left two dead and several others injured in Pattani Province. The incident took place on Route 42 near Kota Bridge, Village 5, Laharn Subdistrict, Sai Buri District.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343694-two-killed-several-injured-in-school-transport-crash-in-pattani/

 

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Student Drowns After Skipping Class to Swim in Public Pond: Roi Et
 

 

An incident occurred in Suwannaphum district, Roi Et province, when a group of students skipped class to go swimming. One of the students, a 13-year-old girl, drowned after slipping into a deep section of the pond while wearing her school uniform.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343695-student-drowns-after-skipping-class-to-swim-in-public-pond-roi-et/

 

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Thai police ‘tweet’ out arrests in illegal bird trade bust
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

Thai police have swooped on a major illegal bird trade operation in southern Thailand, arresting two people involved in selling protected Bulbul birds via Facebook. The suspects admitted to selling thousands of birds over the past year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343696-thai-police-‘tweet’-out-arrests-in-illegal-bird-trade-bust/

 

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Shuttle Bus Crash at Phu Phek Temple Leaves One Dead, 25 Injured

 

 

An electric shuttle bus crash occurred on the descent from Phu Phek Temple in Na Hua Bo Subdistrict, Phanna Nikhom District, Sakon Nakhon Province. Reports indicate that the shuttle bus driver lost control and veered off the road, resulting in numerous injuries and one fatality.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343697-shuttle-bus-crash-at-phu-phek-temple-leaves-one-dead-25-injured/

 

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Police arrest Sisaket man for firearms and drugs possession
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Police successfully conducted a crime crackdown during the Loy Krathong festival, seizing firearms and ammunition. On the day of the operation, officers arrested a 45 year old Thai man, at his residence in Huai Chan subdistrict, Khun Han district, Sisaket province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343698-police-arrest-sisaket-man-for-firearms-and-drugs-possession/

 

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Brutal Murder in Bueng Kan: 43-Year-Old Man Found Stabbed in Rice Field
 

 

A chilling murder unfolded in Bueng Kan province when police discovered the body of a 43-year-old man in a rice field near a rubber plantation in Ban Non Thai Prasit, Moo 11, Chomphu Phon subdistrict. The body showed clear signs of violent assault.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343699-brutal-murder-in-bueng-kan-43-year-old-man-found-stabbed-in-rice-field/

 

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Crackdown on Foreign Massage Workers Competing with Thai Nationals at Mall in Lat Phrao

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon
 

Authorities launched an operation to tackle illegal foreign workers, focusing on individuals taking jobs from Thai nationals. Following orders from Pol. Gen. Ittipon Ittisarothai, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau and Pol. Lt. Gen. Prasat Khemapisit, Commander of the Immigration Division 1, a series of inspections took place at a shopping mall in the Lat Phrao area of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343700-crackdown-on-foreign-massage-workers-competing-with-thai-nationals-at-mall-in-lat-phrao/

 

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Fire Engulfs Chemical Storage Warehouse in Samut Sakhon

 

 

A fire broke out at a chemical storage warehouse near Wasana Market in Krathum Baen District, Samut Sakhon. The blaze caused extensive damage and raised concerns about potential chemical hazards in the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343701-fire-engulfs-chemical-storage-warehouse-in-samut-sakhon/

 

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Police ‘sidecar’ into bust: Drug suspect nabbed in undercover sting
by Bright Choomanee 

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon

Police officers in disguise successfully apprehended a major drug suspect by blending seamlessly into the local community. Disguised as locals, they rode a sidecar motorcycle to the suspect’s home, where they arrested him without raising suspicion.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343702-police-‘sidecar’-into-bust-drug-suspect-nabbed-in-undercover-sting/

 

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Man Arrested for Murder of Neighbour in Khon Kaen's Phon District

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

Police in Khon Kaen apprehended a man who allegedly murdered his neighbour in a violent attack with a fishing spear. The suspect, 49-year-old reportedly admitted to killing the 55-year-old due to feelings of frustration and stress following his mother's recent death.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343703-man-arrested-for-murder-of-neighbour-in-khon-kaens-phon-district/

 

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Fatal Collision: Chinese Taxi Passenger Dies, Driver Injured in Prachinburi Crash
 

 

A fatal crash occurred on Route 304 in Kabin Buri district, Prachinburi province, near the U-turn at Ban Nong Por in Hua Wa subdistrict. The crash involved a private car and a taxi, resulting in injuries to the taxi driver and the death of a passenger, a Chinese national, who was traveling in the taxi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343704-fatal-collision-chinese-taxi-passenger-dies-driver-injured-in-prachinburi-crash/

 

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15 Year Old Stabs Rescue Volunteer in Broad Daylight, Blames Influence of Cannabis

 

An incident unfolded when a 15 year old teenager attacked a rescue volunteer with a screwdriver at a convenience store on Pracha Uthit Road, Thung Khru District, Bangkok. The young assailant admitted to the attack, explaining that he was under the influence of cannabis at the time.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343705-15-year-old-stabs-rescue-volunteer-in-broad-daylight-blames-influence-of-cannabis/

 

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Thailand Introduces QR Code System to Combat Tax Evasion on Cigarettes

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Government

 

The Excise Department of Thailand has launched the "QR Cigarette" system, a high-tech solution to track and trace cigarette products and combat tax evasion. Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Paopoom Rojanasakul unveiled the system on 15 November 2024 at the Tobacco Authority of Thailand in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343691-thailand-introduces-qr-code-system-to-combat-tax-evasion-on-cigarettes/

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Thailand Cracks Down on Foreigners Using Thai Nominees

 

Image composite courtesy: MGR online

 

Thailand is taking decisive action against foreign businesses using Thai nominees to conduct operations within the country. The Commerce Ministry has unveiled a new plan spearheaded by Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisunpang.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343707-thailand-cracks-down-on-foreigners-using-thai-nominees/

 

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Thailand Considers Law Revisions to Attract Foreign Real Estate Investment

 

Picture courtesy: Kapook

 

Thailand is actively considering changes to its real estate laws to encourage foreign investment, as outlined by Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343708-thailand-considers-law-revisions-to-attract-foreign-real-estate-investment/

 

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Thief caught after stealing historic sword from Bangkok temple
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A notorious thief was apprehended after stealing a revered sword belonging to King Taksin from a renowned temple in Thonburi, Bangkok. The suspect, claiming self-defence intentions, was not believed by police who suspected a different motive.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343712-thief-caught-after-stealing-historic-sword-from-bangkok-temple/

 

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Thai elderly to soon receive 10,000 baht cash aid: Finance Ministry
Photo of Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

Thailand's Ministry of Finance is poised to introduce a one-time cash payment initiative targeting the elderly, as confirmed by Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343714-thai-elderly-to-soon-receive-10000-baht-cash-aid-finance-ministry/