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Accident Monk Dies After Swarm of Giant Honey Bees Attacks Temple Procession in Nakhon Sawan
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An incident occurred on the morning of 18 May, at Wat Khao Bai Mai in Takhli District, Nakhon Sawan, when a swarm of giant honey bees (Apis dorsata) was provoked by loud music from a temple procession and launched a sudden and deadly attack, killing one monk and injuring over ten people. At around 08:15, emergency rescue personnel were dispatched to the temple after chaos erupted during a traditional naga ordination ceremony for Mr. Khomkit. The event was attended by more than 100 family members and guests, with a loud parade vehicle blaring music as it circled the ubosot (ordination hall). Witnesses say the festive atmosphere quickly turned into panic when the noise disturbed a large nest of giant honey bees under the eaves of the ubosot. The disturbed bees swarmed out and began stinging people indiscriminately. As guests fled the scene, more than ten individuals were stung, many sustaining injuries from stingers embedded in their heads, necks, arms, torsos, and faces. The most severe victim was 42-year-old Phra Kittisak, a monk who had been walking towards the ordination hall to take part in the ceremony. He was stung multiple times and quickly became unresponsive. First responders from the Takhli Charity Foundation rushed Phra Kittisak to Takhli Hospital, where he suffered two seizures and lost consciousness en route. He was later transferred to Sawanpracharak Hospital for further treatment but sadly succumbed to his injuries. Doctors confirmed he had suffered a fatal allergic reaction to the bee stings. Following the incident, the ceremony was relocated. The naga Khomkit was taken to Wat Khok Kradi, another temple nearby, where the ordination was completed in a more subdued atmosphere. Meanwhile, the procession vehicle, parked beside the ubosot, could not be moved immediately due to the large number of bees still flying in the vicinity. Authorities had to wait for the bees to calm before safely removing the vehicle from the scene. Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-05-19. -
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Accident Couple Electrocuted Outside Their Bangkok Home
Clearly no breakers in the system - two people dead for the sake of a few hundred baht! -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 19 May 2025
Blackpink's Lisa to the Rescue: Thai Farmers Eye K-Pop Star for Fruit Boost Picture courtesy of Wikipedia In a bid to tackle mounting challenges, Thai fruit farmers have turned to Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra with an innovative proposal: recruit K-pop phenomenon Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal to boost Thailand's fruit exports worldwide. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1361029-blackpinks-lisa-to-the-rescue-thai-farmers-eye-k-pop-star-for-fruit-boost/ -
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Travel to US in free fall
i will bnot be visiting anywhere in the USA including Hawaii for the next 4 years that Trump is in power. I will not be buying anything made in Anerica as well. Remember it was the American population that voted Trump into power. -
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Economy Blackpink's Lisa to the Rescue: Thai Farmers Eye K-Pop Star for Fruit Boost
Picture courtesy of Wikipedia In a bid to tackle mounting challenges, Thai fruit farmers have turned to Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra with an innovative proposal: recruit K-pop phenomenon Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal to boost Thailand's fruit exports worldwide. During her weekend visit to Chanthaburi, Ms Paetongtarn engaged with regional fruit growers and entrepreneurs who detailed their plight, citing escalating production costs, shipment delays, and labour shortages as chief concerns. Farmers believe that Lisa's global appeal could significantly elevate Thai fruit exports, particularly beyond the Chinese market. The ambitious strategy aims to elevate the fruit export target to 500 billion baht annually, a notable jump from the current range of 200–300 billion baht. Among other pressing issues, the farmers placed special emphasis on hastening customs clearances at borders, where delays can last up to 12 days. Concerns over premature durian harvesting, impacting both quality and weight, were also discussed, prompting calls for clearer regulatory frameworks. Labour shortages further aggravate the situation, prompting suggestions to extend migrant work permits and increase mobility between provinces. Furthermore, a proposal for a 100-million-baht compensation fund was brought forward to aid durian farmers and locals affected by wild elephant incursions. Prime Minister Paetongtarn assured the farming community of the government's proactive measures. Collaborative efforts with businesses are underway to mitigate surplus produce and reduce wastage. She also highlighted her commitment to expediting export procedures and directed the Ministry of Labour to address workforce deficits in agriculture. Emphasising the need for research and development, Ms Paetongtarn underscored the imperative to enhance product quality and retain competitiveness alongside neighbouring countries. The cabinet is focused on advancing R&D within key export sectors to bolster long-term growth. Concluding her visit, Ms Paetongtarn participated in multiple initiatives, including overseeing a livestream durian sale by the Young Smart Farmer group and engaging in community activities directed at improving agricultural practices. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-19 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 19 May 2025
Uthai Thani: Man Killed by Wild Elephant After Hunting Frogs Picture courtesy of Khaosod, A 59-year-old man was killed in the early hours of 18 May, after being attacked by a wild elephant while riding home on his motorcycle following a night of frog hunting. The incident occurred near the Thung Faek checkpoint, just 30 metres from a road leading into the Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary in Lan Sak district. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361028-uthai-thani-man-killed-by-wild-elephant-after-hunting-frogs/
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