THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 23 April 2025

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Blaze Erupts at Chiang Mai’s Dhara Dhevi Hotel

 

A fire broke out in the early hours of morning at the renowned Dhara Dhevi Hotel in Chiang Mai, sending bright red flames into the night sky and prompting a swift emergency response.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358543-blaze-erupts-at-chiang-mai’s-dhara-dhevi-hotel/

 

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Supercar Destroyed in Fiery Three-Vehicle Collision in Bangkok

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A dramatic collision involving three vehicles erupted into flames early morning of 23 April, in western Bangkok, reducing two high-end cars, a Ferrari and a Mercedes-Benz, to smouldering wreckage.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358546-supercar-destroyed-in-fiery-three-vehicle-collision-in-bangkok/

 

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Thaksin's Hospital Stay Defended by Justice Minister Amid Review

 

Pictures courtesy of Thai Rath

 

Justice Minister Pol Col Tawee Sodsong has defended the legality of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's extended hospitalisation at Police General Hospital.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358549-thaksins-hospital-stay-defended-by-justice-minister-amid-review/

 

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Indian Tourist Causes Uproar at Bangkok Hotel Over Credit Card Dispute

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A furious Indian tourist caused chaos at the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom after a heated row over a credit card payment, prompting a police response and leaving guests and staff shaken.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358551-indian-tourist-causes-uproar-at-bangkok-hotel-over-credit-card-dispute/

 

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Wage Woes: US Tariffs Freeze Thai Minimum Wage Boost

 

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The eagerly awaited increase in Thailand's minimum wage to 400 baht has been put on hold, causing disappointment among workers eyeing a pay rise.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358553-wage-woes-us-tariffs-freeze-thai-minimum-wage-boost/

 

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Chinese Critically Injured in High-Speed Pattaya Crash After Hitting Speed Bump
 

Picture courtesy of SiamChon.

 

A Chinese national is in critical condition after he lost control of his high-powered motorcycle he was riding and crashed into an electricity pole early morning on 23 April, reportedly after hitting a speed bump at high speed.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358559-chinese-critically-injured-in-high-speed-pattaya-crash-after-hitting-speed-bump/

 

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UPDATE
Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai: From Bankruptcy to Revival and Now a Devastating Blaze

 

 

Once hailed as one of Thailand’s most luxurious hotels, the Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai has experienced a dramatic rise, fall, and recent attempt at revival, only to suffer a devastating fire just two months after returning to limited public operation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358543-blaze-erupts-at-chiang-mai’s-dhara-dhevi-hotel/#findComment-19751760

 

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Thaksin Plays it Safe: Keeps Bhumjaithai in Government Fold

 

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In a strategic manoeuvre, Thaksin Shinawatra is reportedly choosing to maintain his grip on power by opting not to expel Bhumjaithai from the ruling coalition. This decision comes amidst warnings about potential "serious trouble" with the powerful elite who arranged his return to Thailand without imprisonment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358582-thaksin-plays-it-safe-keeps-bhumjaithai-in-government-fold/