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Teacher Suspected of Murdering Husband as He Slept After Missing Mental Health Medication
Picture from responders. A shocking murder took place in a rural home in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, when a woman allegedly killed her husband while he was asleep. Authorities were alerted to the grisly incident around midday on January 20, when the body of 58-year-old Mr. Prasit, the deceased, was found with severe neck wounds, believed to have been inflicted with a sharp object. His 54-year-old wife, Mrs. Somchit, was found at the scene, calmly observing the body. Upon investigation, police found a bloodstained axe and kitchen knife inside the house, which are suspected to have been used in the crime. Additionally, a bloodied blanket, mattress, and other belongings were found neatly arranged on a haystack behind the house, seemingly prepared for disposal by burning. Mr. Sak, the victim’s 77-year-old father, spoke of his son’s peaceful nature, stating that Mr. Prasit had never been involved in any major conflicts. He mentioned that Mrs. Somchit, a kindergarten teacher in the area, had a long history of mental health issues and was under regular medication. When she missed her medication, she would often become disoriented and incoherent, though he noted she had never been violent before. The couple had been married for over 30 years and had three children. Initial suspicions point to Mrs. Somchit as the likely perpetrator, with relatives suggesting that her recent failure to take her psychiatric medication may have contributed to a violent episode. Mrs. Somchit’s behaviour during questioning was erratic, and she seemed unaware of the gravity of the situation. Her relatives revealed that her condition had worsened in recent days. On January 17, she had been taken to see a doctor, and an appointment for January 20 was scheduled to receive her medication. Tragically, the murder occurred before she could receive treatment. Mr. Chakrapan, the victim’s brother-in-law, recalled that he and his wife had visited the house earlier in the day to tend to the family’s cattle. When they arrived, they noticed the front door slightly ajar, and upon entering, they discovered Mr. Prasit’s lifeless body. Mr. Chakrapan attempted to revive him but found his body cold, indicating that he had been dead for some time. At that point, Mrs. Somchit reportedly embraced him and spoke incoherently, which raised further suspicions about her involvement. The police investigation has revealed that there were no signs of forced entry to the house, and the only blood found at the scene was from the victim. Authorities are currently examining the evidence to confirm the cause of death and determine whether Mrs. Somchit will face charges. According to Police Colonel Thatchapong Phromma, Head of Kantharalak Police Station, they are in the process of collecting more evidence to apply for an arrest warrant. The police are working with the family and local community to piece together the events leading to this incident. -- 2025-01-21 -
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Gone With The Wind: Still one of the greatest books ever?
Gone With the Wind, you say GG? Oh, what a tale. A sweeping saga of love, loss, and, dare I say, audacious resilience! I can’t recall exactly when I first read it, but I do remember closing the book and muttering to myself, “Frankly, my dear.” Though I’ll admit I lacked the panache of Mr. Gable. Scarlet O’Hara… what a woman! Fierce, flawed, and utterly unforgettable. You’re right, Vivien Leigh was Scarlet. No question. Who could possibly fill her shoes in a remake? I shudder to think. They’d likely cast someone who wouldn’t know a petticoat from a potato sack. And the romance! There’s something about the idea of the Old South, that intoxicating, honey-dipped veneer of it all. Though, truth be told, I wouldn’t trade air conditioning for a hoop skirt. Listening to the audiobook sounds delightful. Linda Stephens, you say? If she can breathe life into Scarlet and Mammy in one fell swoop, she deserves her own Oscar for narration. A cheap price for a double dose of nostalgia, to be sure. Maybe I’ll dig out my old copy of the book, or dare I say, download an eBook? Blasphemy, I know. And oh, Tara. Did it burn? Didn’t it? Who can say? Memory is a funny thing, isn’t it? All I remember is the feeling of it, the ashes of dreams scattered to the wind. But Scarlet, as always, rises. Tomorrow, after all, is another day. Greatest novel of the past 100 years? It just might be. Though let’s not forget To Kill a Mockingbird. Another Southern gem. But Scarlet, oh Scarlet. She’s the one who still haunts us, isn’t she? Simply love her. To bits. To absolute bits. Best regards, Ashley… no, wait… Call me Rhett Jr. -
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Has Thailand Caught Up with the 21st Century?
I agree they are forward thinking in many things, banking is one, what holds them back is law and order, police think enforcing the law is optional oh yes and of course the widespread corruption, far worse than the west -
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Thai tax tangle: Expats warned of new rules on overseas income
It is highly unlikely that the RD intends to instruct foreign taxpayers from DTA countries that there is no need to file a tax return by a footnote in an unofficial handout with no logo or government agency identity. How about a third possible interpretation? Something like this: 3) There is no need to present a [copy of one's national] tax return in Thailand. Except in cases where it is necessary to show it to the agency that needs it only [such as offices of the Revenue Department for the process of calculation of tax on assessable income or for audits.] Note: Item 3 instructs the taxpayer to "Please attach a copy of your bank statement." With this, the RD will see incoming remittances into your bank accounts in Thailand, including both assessable income and income that is exempt from calculation of income tax, such as government pensions, social security, inheritances, etc. If this is done in person, the tax officer could screen out exempted assessable income items that have no place to be reported on a tax return. It remains to be seen how RD officers will interpret the "clarifications" provided in the unofficial handout. It is likely that we will read about this as more reports appear in these threads. It is to be expected that there will be diverse interpretations by the tax offices and officers, as we know well from experience with immigration offices. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 21 January 2025
Five-Year-Old Rescued After Leg Gets Trapped in Bicycle Wheel A five-year-old girl was rescued by emergency responders in an unusual incident , after her leg became trapped in the wheel of a bicycle while riding with her father to a local shop. The incident occurred near Paknam Veterinary Hospital on Sai Luat Road, Muang District, Samut Prakan. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1349381-five-year-old-rescued-after-leg-gets-trapped-in-bicycle-wheel/ -
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Five-Year-Old Rescued After Leg Gets Trapped in Bicycle Wheel
Picture from responders A five-year-old girl was rescued by emergency responders in an unusual incident , after her leg became trapped in the wheel of a bicycle while riding with her father to a local shop. The incident occurred near Paknam Veterinary Hospital on Sai Luat Road, Muang District, Samut Prakan. Emergency services were alerted to the incident by the Samut Prakan Rescue Centre. Responders from the Ruam Kusol Foundation and Siwa volunteers arrived promptly at the scene to assist. The father, 35-year-old Mr. Adi, of Karen ethnicity, was seen holding his crying daughter, Yaya, who also belongs to the Karen community. Her right leg was stuck between the bike frame and the spokes of the rear wheel. Initial attempts to free the child using pliers to loosen the wheel were unsuccessful. The rescuers ultimately had to use wire cutters to remove the spokes, successfully freeing the child. Fortunately, there were no visible mayor injuries or broken bones, though responders advised Mr. Adi to monitor his daughter for any signs of pain or swelling and to seek medical attention if needed. Mr. Adi explained that his daughter wanted ice cream, and while he initially planned to buy it for her alone, she insisted on accompanying him. As they cycled to the shop, he heard her scream and stopped to find her leg caught in the wheel. Local passers-by helped him call for assistance. After the rescue, Mr. Adi planned to wash his daughter’s leg at a friend’s nearby house, buy her the promised ice cream, and then return home. He intended to come back later to collect the bicycle. -- 2025-01-21
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