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Road Safety Campaigns Target New Year Festivities
The transcription below features news stories from Thailand and across Asia, as presented on Good Morning Thailand, hosted by Alex and Jay. The stories cover a wide range of topics, from Thailand's happiness challenges to Vietnam's controversial internet law and its impact on free speech. 1. Thailand Faces Happiness Challenges A NIDA poll shows rising costs, debt, and instability are dampening happiness for many Thais in 2024. 2. Road Safety Campaigns Target New Year Festivities Thailand launches the "Don’t Drink and Drive" campaign to curb New Year road accidents amid cultural and enforcement challenges. 3. Hong Kong Tourist Restrained in Phuket Incident A Hong Kong man was subdued at Phuket Airport after violent behavior linked to mental health issues. No charges were filed. 4. Military Overhaul Approved in Thailand The Defence Council plans to downsize forces by 5% and halve senior roles by 2028, emphasizing disaster readiness. 5. Festive Car Decorations Result in Fine A Bangkok driver’s Christmas-themed car modifications went viral but earned him a 1,500 baht fine for safety violations. 6. Bangkok Lowers Speed Limits for Safety Bangkok reduces most road speed limits to 60 km/h, aiming to cut accidents. Major roads retain an 80 km/h limit. 7. North Korea Aids Russia in Ukraine War North Korea sends troops and weapons, including suicide drones, to Russia, escalating regional security concerns. 8. Malaysia Pursues Football Hooligans Police hunt 30 suspects involved in a brawl after Malaysia's AFF Cup loss, using CCTV to identify offenders. 9. Philippines Defends U.S. Missile Deployment The Philippines backs U.S. Typhon missiles despite China's protests, citing sovereignty and national security. 10. Vietnam’s Internet Law Stirs Censorship Concerns Vietnam’s Decree 147 enforces strict social media rules, sparking fears of stifled dissent and increased censorship. -
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Poster of the Year 2024
Well, tomorow another pain in the butt hole, dentist, and then off for a few weeks, and hopefully less time here 😄 -
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I HATE Thai Immigration - 90 day online report frustrations
I would just as much trust a taxi driver than an agent -
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I HATE Thai Immigration - 90 day online report frustrations
I was addressing the post that suggested .... "Anyone can take your form in, even a taxi driver." Have you even been to CW for a 90 day report. Granted with online appointment can be done quickly. Without can take quite some time. Just leave the meter running. -
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Poster of the Year 2024
Do you now understand? They barely have a working brain cell between them. Why are you expecting to have intelligent discourse here? The best they can do is one-liners.- 1
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