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Report Pattaya Outrage: Taxi Driver Assaults Bolt Passenger
They do it differently in the UK. They add points until you get to 12 then you lose your license. I didn't know assault and battery was a driving offence in Thailand. 🤔 -
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Crime Authorities Raid Fake Cough Syrup Factories Across Four Provinces
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A coordinated crackdown by Thailand’s Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has led to the dismantling of five illegal drug production sites manufacturing counterfeit cough syrups, with a total estimated value of more than 22 million baht. At a press conference held on 20 June, at the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), Police Major General Phatthanasak Bubphasuwan, commander of the CPPD, joined Dr. Lertchai Lertwut, Deputy Secretary-General of the FDA, and Ministry of Public Health spokesperson Ms. Treechada Srithada to announce the operation’s success. The raids targeted five sites across four provinces: Samut Prakan, Saraburi, Nonthaburi, and Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. Authorities seized over 92,000 bottles of fake products labelled “Datisin” and “ALLERGIN SYRUP,” as well as counterfeit raspberry-flavoured syrup marketed as a food product. In addition, more than 295,000 counterfeit labels and vast quantities of raw materials and equipment were confiscated. The counterfeit medicines were being misused by young people to mix with kratom-infused drinks, commonly known in Thailand as “4x100,” a dangerous concoction with narcotic-like effects. Authorities fear that such abuse could serve as a gateway to more serious drug use. On 11 June, police searched two warehouses in Samut Prakan’s Mueang District. One was used to boil the syrup, while the other served as a packaging site. Both were capable of producing up to 20,000 bottles of fake syrup per day, generating an estimated daily revenue of 1 million baht. Further raids were conducted on 12 June in Saraburi’s Chalerm Phrakiat District, where a house was discovered producing similar volumes and in Nonthaburi’s Mueang District, where raw materials were stored. The final raid, on 13 June, was carried out in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya’s Wang Noi District, at another storage facility. Investigators revealed that the counterfeit operation employed migrant workers and frequently changed locations to avoid detection. Raw ingredients and packaging were transported between sites before the final products were bottled and distributed across multiple provinces, including Samut Sakhon, Nakhon Pathom, and surrounding areas. Despite earlier raids in August 2024 and January and April of this year, the same networks continued to operate in violation of safety standards and pharmaceutical regulations. Spokesperson Ms. Treechada emphasised the ministry’s zero-tolerance approach to illicit pharmaceuticals, stating that action must begin at the source to prevent youth addiction and broader societal harm. She noted that some pharmacies and unauthorised drug sellers had been caught supplying these fake cough syrups for recreational abuse. Dr. Lertchai warned the public against misusing antihistamines and cough medicines in mixtures like 4x100. He stressed that products from these illegal facilities did not meet Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and posed serious health risks, including contamination. To combat misuse, the FDA has introduced strict controls over the import, production and sale of high-risk pharmaceuticals. Violators face stiff penalties including imprisonment and heavy fines. The CPPD confirmed that the seized operations violated multiple laws: • Drug Act B.E. 2510 (1967): • Producing and selling drugs without authorisation: Up to 5 years’ imprisonment and/or a 10,000 baht fine. • Producing and selling counterfeit drugs: 3 years to life imprisonment and/or fines from 10,000 to 50,000 baht. • Food Act B.E. 2522 (1979): • Producing and selling counterfeit food: 6 months to 10 years’ imprisonment and/or fines from 5,000 to 100,000 baht. • Selling impure food products: Up to 2 years’ imprisonment and/or a 20,000 baht fine. Police have urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious drug activity via the CPPD consumer hotline 1135 or the “CPPD Consumer Alert” Facebook page. Investigations are ongoing to identify further individuals involved in the counterfeit drug network. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khoasod 2025-06-21 -
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Is paying the bar to take a girl out of the bar justified? Or just a scam?
the "drinking friend" should get used to fork out larger sums for the girl anyway. I figure she - and more importantly her family - got accustomed to the money she can make from multiple customers (her bar salary plus all the STs, LTs, online Bfs sending money etc.) while she is in the business. If he indeed takes her out of the bar, he puts himself basically in the position of the only customer and gotta "take care" and pay up for everything. So, IMO paying the inflated farewell bar fine is not the problem because it's small money compared to the big permanent deal. It’s a long time ago, call it a former life, I've met a gorgeous Agogo girl and we became special friends with benefits. GFE was the term. She kept working, i did not mind. But it was amazing how many sources of income she had beside her daily activities. Several guys she previously met, online via email - all believed they would be the only one and sending money to keep her out of the bar-life. So, unless your drinking buddy can stay with the girl 24/7 and control the money flow and her activities, I guess he will be just one of the many. Some of the girls want to get out, become a good wife, getting kids with her farang etc. but most would not. There is so much more money to be made in the business if you are young, hot and sexy. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 21 June 2025
Israel-Iran Conflict Puts a Damper on Thailand's Tourist Dreams Picture courtesy of Kasikorn Research Center The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict is wreaking havoc on Israel's travel plans to Thailand. Flight disruptions and soaring airfares are projected to cut the growth of the Israeli tourist market this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1364339-israel-iran-conflict-puts-a-damper-on-thailands-tourist-dreams/ -
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Tourism Israel-Iran Conflict Puts a Damper on Thailand's Tourist Dreams
Picture courtesy of Kasikorn Research Center The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict is wreaking havoc on Israel's travel plans to Thailand. Flight disruptions and soaring airfares are projected to cut the growth of the Israeli tourist market this year. Many Israelis seeking to escape the turmoil are finding themselves stranded in Phuket and Samui, unable to secure flights back home. Thailand’s Tourism and Sports Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, highlighted that airspace closures across the Middle East are a significant barrier for travellers. He predicts Israeli arrivals could see a steep 29% decline in June, extending through the third quarter. This is a stark contrast to previous projections by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), which aimed for a 52% increase in Israeli visitors, totalling 427,000 arrivals this year. The TAT has prepared two potential scenarios reflecting the conflict's impact. If tensions ease by the third quarter, they anticipate 350,000 arrivals, marking a 24% increase. However, a prolonged conflict could bring about only 335,000 arrivals, representing 19% growth. Despite current challenges, Israeli arrivals posted a remarkable 76% increase in the first five months, fuelling hopes for some growth in the year. The conflict has far-reaching effects beyond just tourism numbers. Many countries have issued travel advisories against visiting Israel, affecting travel sentiment. Moreover, the prolonged conflict is expected to cut into Israel’s economic growth and its citizens’ ability to travel abroad. Since June 13, Israel's airspace has been shut, impacting airlines like El Al, which used to operate numerous flights to Bangkok and Phuket. Ratchaporn Poolsawadee, vice-president of the Tourism Council of Thailand, noted that Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao are particularly affected, with many Israelis unable to return home. His own accommodation business experienced significant cancellations worth 1.6 million baht from Israeli tourists. Other hoteliers are encountering similar setbacks, highlighting the broader economic impact. Rangsiman Kingkaew, president of the Tourism Council of Phuket, mentioned collaboration with local operators to assist stranded tourists needing accommodation. Although this is low season, there is concern about the broader tourism industry. Rising oil prices could lead to more expensive airfares, further complicating the situation for tourists and operators alike. Ultimately, while the Israeli market in Thailand might still grow slightly this year, ongoing conflict and economic factors may overshadow these gains. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-06-21 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 21 June 2025
German Man Found Dead in Nakhon Si Thammarat Home Picture courtesy of พี่หลวงย้อย มาแล้ว A 63-year-old German national was found dead inside his home in Tha Sala district of Nakhon Si Thammarat province early morning on 20 June. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1364338-german-man-found-dead-in-nakhon-si-thammarat-home/
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