THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 17 March 2025

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German Man Behind Violent Tirade in Korat Dental Clinics

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In Korat, a wave of anxiety has descended upon dental clinics following a series of violent outbursts by a 41-year-old German man. Dentists, represented by Wivat Chatwongwan of the Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Dental Association, have formally lodged complaints with the local police today, March 17, urging swift action against this foreign menace.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354899-german-man-behind-violent-tirade-in-korat-dental-clinics/

 

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Motorbike Clash: Tourist and Ladyboy Tussle on Pattaya Streets - video

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In the bustling seaside town of Pattaya, a heated exchange over a motorcycle unfolded at the break of dawn today, March 17. The conflict involved a foreign tourist and a local ladyboy, capturing the attention of passersby and sparking concerns about the area's safety for visitors.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354900-motorbike-clash-tourist-and-ladyboy-tussle-on-pattaya-streets-video/

 

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Mosquito Bite Triggers Chronic Illness in British Man Post-Holiday

 

Picture of Ross Constable courtesy of The Daily Mail

 

A seemingly harmless mosquito bite during a dream holiday in Thailand turned nightmarish for Ross Constable, a 48-year-old art teacher from Timperley, Cheshire. Upon returning from his family trip to Phuket, Ross began experiencing severe symptoms, initially resembling flu. After extensive tests, he was diagnosed with dengue fever—a mosquito-borne illness known in tropical regions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354902-mosquito-bite-triggers-chronic-illness-in-british-man-post-holiday/

 

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Thai Fishermen Find Body of Suspected Missing American Woman

 

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Amid the serene waters between Koh Racha Yai and Koh He in Phuket province, Thai fishermen yesterday stumbled upon a grim discovery—a decomposed body, suspected to be that of the missing American, Nina Ng. The body was first noticed floating face-down by a local fishing boat, prompting officers from the Phuket Tourist Assistance Centre to examine the scene around 8.20am.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354825-body-of-foreign-woman-found-floating-in-sea-near-racha-island/#findComment-19665078

 

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Czech Man Found Dead at Koh Larn Cell Tower in Suspected Suicide

 

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In a tragic incident yesterday, Czech national Dalibor Vacak, 54, was discovered lifeless near a 30-metre cell tower on Koh Larn, an island in Thailand's Chon Buri province. Authorities were alerted to the situation around 11:30 am and found Vacak dressed in a black hoodie, blue shorts, and grey socks, with both legs broken — indicating a fall as the likely cause of death. His untimely demise is suspected to have occurred five to six hours before his body was found.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354903-czech-man-found-dead-at-koh-larn-cell-tower-in-suspected-suicide/

 

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Foreigner Assaults Thai Man in Road Rage Incident in Pattaya

 

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In Pattaya, a viral video has sparked widespread outrage as it captures a brutal altercation between a foreigner and a Thai man following a hit-and-run incident. Shared online by a Thai witness on March 16, the footage has ignited debate over tourist behaviour in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354904-foreigner-assaults-thai-man-in-road-rage-incident-in-pattaya/

 

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Thai Tourists Escape Charges in Cannabis-Luggage Mix-Up in Japan - video

 

Photo by Heng On Tour

 

In an unexpected twist, a Thai couple on holiday in Japan narrowly avoided legal trouble when they mistakenly brought the wrong luggage—packed with 24 kilogrammes of cannabis—into the country. This remarkable story began when the couple, part of a tour group, flew from Surat Thani to Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, intending to continue to Narita Airport in Japan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354905-thai-tourists-escape-charges-in-cannabis-luggage-mix-up-in-japan-video/

 

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Thailand Offers Free HPV Vaccinations to Young Girls and Women

 

Thai Red Cross health worker prepares Covid-19 vaccine in 2021 | Photo via NHCR/ Morgane Roussel Hemery

 

Thailand's Government is launching a vital health initiative, providing free cervical cancer vaccinations to girls and young women aged 11 to 20 until April's end. This decisive move, championed by the Ministry of Public Health, aims to curb the widespread impact of cervical cancer, a disease referred to as a 'silent killer' by Deputy Government Spokesperson Sasikarn Watthanachan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354907-thailand-offers-free-hpv-vaccinations-to-young-girls-and-women/

 

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Thai Lottery Draw Creates Two Millionaires, Splitting 60 Million Baht Prize

 

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Two participants have struck it lucky in the latest Thai lottery draw, sharing a total prize fund of 60 million baht (£1.5 million). A life-changing 48 million baht prize went to a winner from Nakhon Si Thammarat, while another participant from Sakaeo secured 12 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354908-thai-lottery-draw-creates-two-millionaires-splitting-60-million-baht-prize/

 

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Thailand Considers Raising Retirement Age Amidst Ageing Crisis

 

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Thailand's Labour Ministry is in the midst of a fierce debate over a proposal to increase the retirement age from 55 to 65 years. This move, driven by Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, aims to strengthen the financial stability of the Social Security Fund (SSF), crucial in providing pensions and medical coverage to the country's populace.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354909-thailand-considers-raising-retirement-age-amidst-ageing-crisis/

 

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Thailand Cracks Down on Foreign Tour Operators, 40 Licences Revoked

 

Picture courtesy of Sumit Chinchane, Unsplash

 

In an assertive move to safeguard its tourism industry, Thailand has intensified investigations into foreign-owned businesses and nominee operations in popular tourist hotspots. The Ministry of Tourism announced yesterday that it had revoked 40 tour operator licences in 2024, underscoring its commitment to uphold regulations that ensure such businesses are predominantly Thai-owned and operated.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354910-thailand-cracks-down-on-foreign-tour-operators-40-licences-revoked/

 

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Man Dies in Police Custody: Heart Condition and Drug Use Cited

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon

 

In a tragic incident, a 55-year-old man named Pairoh, whose surname remains undisclosed, passed away in custody at Khlong Tan Police Station. Pairoh was detained on March 15 for causing a disturbance at Soi Phatthanakan 10 Intersection 1, reportedly under the influence of alcohol.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354911-man-dies-in-police-custody-heart-condition-and-drug-use-cited/

 

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Bangkok Races to Finish Transformative Kiakkai Bridge by 2026

 

Picture of the Kiakkai Bridge courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Bangkok’s city planners are in a race against time to complete the highly anticipated Kiakkai Bridge over the Chao Phraya River by 2026. This key infrastructure project is expected to greatly influence commuting in Bangkok, aiming to provide a more efficient route across the river.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354912-bangkok-races-to-finish-transformative-kiakkai-bridge-by-2026/

 

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Phuket's Vachira Hospital Courts Global Patients for Weight-loss Surgery

 

 

Vachira Phuket Hospital is making a decisive leap into the flourishing medical tourism arena by welcoming international patients for advanced weight-loss surgeries. With the demand for bariatric procedures at an all-time high, the hospital aims to solidify its position as a key contender in this competitive sector. Dr Thakoon Poonthananiwatkul, a senior surgeon with over a decade of expertise in bariatric surgery, highlighted the hospital's success in treating more than 3,400 patients.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354913-phukets-vachira-hospital-courts-global-patients-for-weight-loss-surgery/

 

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Juvenile Escapees Nabbed: Heat, Homesickness Cited as Reasons

 

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Yesterday, a dramatic escape unfolded at the Juvenile Observation and Protection Centre in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. Fifteen juveniles staged a breakout, citing unbearable heat and homesickness as their motivation. Armed with metal pipes, they daringly scaled the centre's fence and hijacked a motorcycle from a local resident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354914-juvenile-escapees-nabbed-heat-homesickness-cited-as-reasons/

 

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Judicial Exam in Thailand: Police Colonel Faces Cheating Allegations

 

Picture courtesy of อนันต์ อัศวกิตติกวิน Facebook

 

In an unexpected turn of events, a police colonel was caught bringing a cheat sheet into an examination room for a position as a judge at the Administrative Court, authorities confirmed today. The incident, which occurred on 15th March at Thammasat University's Rangsit Centre in Pathum Thani province, quickly gained traction on social media, sparking public outcry.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354916-judicial-exam-in-thailand-police-colonel-faces-cheating-allegations/

 

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Bhutan Seeks Thai Expertise to Boost Tourism Amid Cultural Festivities

 

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With its majestic landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Bhutan is actively seeking to bolster its tourism sector by drawing from the expertise of Thailand. Recently, Bhutan invited Thai officials as tourism consultants to help refine its marketing strategies and improve accessibility for visitors. This initiative coincides with Bhutan's celebrated Punakha Tshechu festival, showcasing vibrant folk dances and masked performances at the historic Punakha Dzong.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354918-bhutan-seeks-thai-expertise-to-boost-tourism-amid-cultural-festivities/

 

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Thai Woman Charged in Brutal Murder of Transwoman in Rayong

 

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In a chilling case that rocked the eastern province of Rayong, Thailand, police arrested 36-year-old Malinee over the brutal murder of Wichai Aunruean, a 51-year-old transwoman. Authorities began the investigation after a local, Prasit Yeesunhom, reported the discovery of Wichai's body on March 14th in a roadside forest in the Pluak Daeng district, where he was fishing.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354919-thai-woman-charged-in-brutal-murder-of-transwoman-in-rayong/

 

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Thai Tomboy Ends Romance Amid Bar Clash Over Glass Breakage

 

Photo via Facebook/ สปอร์ตไลท์บางปู

 

In a dramatic turn of events yesterday evening in Samut Prakan province, near Bangkok, a Thai tomboy, identified only as A, severed ties with her girlfriend following a chaotic incident at a local bar. The situation escalated when A refused to pay for a broken glass, leading to a confrontation with security guards.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354920-thai-tomboy-ends-romance-amid-bar-clash-over-glass-breakage/

 

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Minister's Urgent Call to Save Thailand's Marine Life - video

 

Picture courtesy of The Pew Charitable Trust

 

Thailand's Minister of Natural Resources, Chalermchai Sri-on, has issued an urgent plea for collective action to combat the conservation crisis threatening seagrass and dugongs. Speaking at a turtle release event in Phuket, Chalermchai highlighted the dire need for collaboration among government, private sectors, and volunteers to safeguard these endangered marine species.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354921-ministers-urgent-call-to-save-thailands-marine-life-video/