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Entertainment Opal Suchata Wins Miss World Crown for Thailand
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a moment of immense pride for Thailand, Opal Suchata Chuangsri has been crowned Miss World 2025, marking the country’s first victory at the prestigious international pageant in 57 years. The emotional announcement was made at this year’s pageant held in India, prompting celebrations across Thailand as the national flag was once again raised on a global stage. The 21-year-old beauty queen from Phuket has become a national icon overnight. Fluent in Thai, English, and Chinese with near-native fluency, Opal stands tall at 180cm and is not only celebrated for her stunning looks but also for her intelligence, perseverance and compassion. Born on 20 March 2003, Opal was raised in a hotelier family that runs the Homeplace Hotel in Phuket. She attended Triam Udom Suksa School, where she specialised in the Chinese language arts programme and is currently studying International Relations at the Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University. Opal’s journey to the crown has been nothing short of remarkable. Early in life, she faced a significant health scare when doctors discovered a lump in her chest. Fortunately, it was removed before developing into cancer. This life-changing experience inspired her to launch “Opal For Her”, a campaign aimed at raising awareness and funds for breast cancer prevention. Her advocacy became a centrepiece of her Miss World campaign, earning international acclaim. Her pageantry journey began with the “Miss Rattanakosin” pageant, followed by a breakthrough appearance at Miss Universe Thailand 2022, where she was initially named second runner-up at just 18 years old. After a titleholder withdrew, she was promoted to first runner-up. Two years later, she returned triumphantly to the Miss Universe Thailand stage, representing Bangkok and won the national title in 2024. At the global competition in Mexico, she finished as second runner-up, cementing her place as one of Thailand’s top beauty queens. Still driven by an inner calling, Opal made a final return to the pageant stage with her sights set on Miss World, a platform more aligned with her vision to promote “Opal For Her” on an international level. Her determination paid off, and she not only took the crown but was also named Queen of Asia, a continental title awarded to the top contestant from the region. Opal now holds the distinction of being Thailand’s first-ever Miss World titleholder, following in the footsteps of Pinnarath Thananchai, who was the first Thai contestant to reach the Top 15 in 1968. The Miss World competition was first held in 1951 and has since become one of the world’s most esteemed beauty pageants. Looking ahead, Opal has announced that she plans to retire from pageantry to pursue her dream of becoming a diplomat. But before stepping away from the limelight, she has ensured that her name will forever be etched into Thai history. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-01. -
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Report Expat Confusion Grows as Thailand Cracks Down on Helmet Law Violations
"Expats" aren't "confused". The ENTIRE article centered around ONE "expat" who had a "playful argument" with his wife about scooters with side-cars/carts. Which shouldn't be an argument anyways. If you are supposed to have a motorcycle license to drive it, then you are supposed to wear a helmet while driving it - or riding on it. Someone in the side-car/cart is NO different than a passenger on the actual scooter. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 1 June 2025
IOM Urges Thailand to Enhance Safe and Flexible Labour Migration Pathways Picture courtesy of Khaosod. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has called on the government to simplify and strengthen its labour migration framework to better support economic growth, reduce reliance on irregular migration and uphold the principles of safe, orderly and regular migration. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362379-iom-urges-thailand-to-enhance-safe-and-flexible-labour-migration-pathways/ -
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Politics IOM Urges Thailand to Enhance Safe and Flexible Labour Migration Pathways
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has called on the government to simplify and strengthen its labour migration framework to better support economic growth, reduce reliance on irregular migration and uphold the principles of safe, orderly and regular migration. In a newly released policy paper, the IOM highlighted that Thailand is home to one of the largest migrant worker populations in Southeast Asia, primarily from Myanmar, Cambodia and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Migrant workers play a vital role in industries such as construction, agriculture and manufacturing. According to the IOM, the number of migrant workers registering through Thailand’s in-country registration system has surged by 60 per cent, from 1.5 million in 2020 to over 2.4 million as of August 2024. Meanwhile, the number of workers arriving via formal bilateral agreements has dropped dramatically, from 1 million to approximately 600,000 during the same period. “This shift reflects both the high costs and administrative complexity of the bilateral recruitment system and the changing situations in countries of origin, particularly Myanmar,” said Géraldine Ansart, IOM’s Chief of Mission in Thailand. “The in-country registration process now accounts for more than 80 per cent of all registered migrant workers in the country.” Despite the success of the scheme, the IOM report identifies significant challenges. While more than 3 million migrants and 600,000 employers have benefitted from the in-country registration process since 2020, up to 70 per cent of eligible migrants still face obstacles completing the procedure. These include frequently changing requirements, recruitment-related expenses and limited access to clear information. The policy review revealed that some migrant workers pay up to ten times the official cost to regularise their status, with total expenses reaching as much as THB 125,000. Employers who adhere to the Employer Pays Principle, which mandates that all recruitment-related costs be borne by the employer, often face unofficial charges of up to THB 3,500 per worker to expedite processing. To address these issues, the IOM recommends simplifying the regularisation process, introducing strict regulations on recruitment fees and strengthening protection mechanisms for migrants. The report also urges Thai employers to adopt robust labour migration management systems, including clear corporate policies, human rights due diligence and access to remedy channels for migrant workers. “Migrant workers are crucial to Thailand’s sustainable development, especially as the country’s workforce continues to shrink,” said Ansart. “Thailand has shown regional leadership by expanding regular migration channels during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.” “With shifting political and economic conditions across the region, Thailand now has a strategic opportunity to further enhance access to legal and safe migration pathways that align with national labour needs and policy goals,” she added. The IOM’s recommendations aim to ensure that migration to Thailand becomes not only safer and more regulated, but also more responsive to the needs of both migrants and the Thai economy. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-01. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 1 June 2025
Police Swarm Rental Room After Knife-Wielding Husband Takes Wife Hostage in Phitsanulok Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Nearly the entire police force of Phitsanulok City Police Station was mobilised during the afternoon of 31 May, in response to a domestic hostage situation involving a knife-wielding man holding his wife captive inside a rented room. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362378-police-swarm-rental-room-after-knife-wielding-husband-takes-wife-hostage-in-phitsanulok/
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