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TAT Scrambles to Restore Thailand's Image After Chinese Actor's Scam Centre Ordeal
What an absolute load of rubbish, the average Chinese likely to visit Thailand as a tourist wouldn't have a clue about this so-called actor and supposed scam - - it's just more nonsense from TAT trying to cover their ar&e for the falling number of Chinese tourists. -
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Love Triangle Sparks Chaos as Car Becomes Stuck in Sand During Attempted Sea Plunge
Picture from responders. Rescue workers in Rayong were called to an unusual scene in the early hours of the morning of January 15, after a love triangle led to a dramatic attempt by a man and two women to drive into the sea. Fortunately, their car became stuck in the sand, preventing any potential tragedy. The incident occurred at approximately 01:00 at Laem Charoen Beach in Pak Nam Subdistrict, Rayong Province. The Sawang Porakun Rayong Foundation rescue team received a report that a white car was attempting to drive into the sea. Upon arrival, they found the vehicle stranded in the sand with no occupants inside. Nearby, strands of women's hair were scattered across the sand. Rescue workers began searching the area and located three individuals, one man and two women, near a seawall. All three were wet and shivering from the cold. They were immediately transported to Rayong Hospital for medical evaluation. Eyewitnesses recounted seeing the white car circling the area several times before accelerating onto the beach. As the vehicle became lodged in the sand, the male driver reportedly exited the car and ran into the sea. The two female passengers followed shortly after, engaging in a heated argument before also entering the water. The cold weather apparently forced them to return to shore. Initial investigations revealed that the three individuals were embroiled in a love triangle. Unable to resolve their dispute, they decided to end their lives together by driving into the sea. Their plans were thwarted when the car became stuck in the sandy beach. The rescue workers' timely response likely prevented the situation from escalating further. Local authorities are continuing to investigate the incident, while the three individuals are receiving care and support. -- 2025-01-16 -
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Photos of destruction as a result of the incompetent world leader & his party
This is the headline from the DailyMail: Man who saved his house from LA wildfires using only a garden hose - while his neighbours properties were razed to the ground No mention in the article of protective gear and a mask. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14275895/la-fire-man-save-house-garden-hose.html Nor have I found any other article which mentions that Mr. Carr had "protective gear and a mask". -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 16 January 2025
Fire Destroys Fourth Floor of Commercial Building on Sukhumvit Road A fire broke out in a four-storey commercial building in Phra Khanong district, Bangkok, causing significant damage to the top floor but resulting in no injuries or fatalities. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348944-fire-destroys-fourth-floor-of-commercial-building-on-sukhumvit-road/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 16 January 2025
Thailand Backs Bill to Empower Small Liquor Producers In a groundbreaking move, Thailand's House of Representatives passed a pivotal bill on Wednesday aimed at transforming the nation's liquor industry by empowering small-scale and community-based producers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348934-thailand-backs-bill-to-empower-small-liquor-producers/ -
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Thailand Backs Bill to Empower Small Liquor Producers
In a groundbreaking move, Thailand's House of Representatives passed a pivotal bill on Wednesday aimed at transforming the nation's liquor industry by empowering small-scale and community-based producers. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra lauded the decision, emphasising that this could break the long-standing dominance of a few major corporations, while boosting the rural economy. The newly-approved Community Liquor Bill is designed to provide a fair playing field for individual entrepreneurs, cooperatives, and farmers' associations, allowing them to obtain licences to produce and sell various types of alcohol. An overwhelming majority of 415 out of 420 lawmakers supported the bill, which now advances to the Senate for further debate. This legislative shift opens doors for microbreweries and small distilleries, potentially challenging the decades-long stranglehold of industry giants like Thai Beverage and Boon Rawd Brewery. The revised regulations are also expected to benefit restaurants and pubs, enabling them to create unique drinks, catering especially to international tourists' tastes. Prior reform attempts include the 2022 initiative, which did away with stringent requirements on capital and production capacity for small producers. This was yet another step towards democratising Thailand's alcohol production landscape. As it stands, Thailand's domestic alcoholic drink sales amounted to 2.97 billion litres, worth approximately 584 billion Thai Baht (equivalent to $16.3 billion) in 2023, reported Krungsri Research. Beer and spirits dominate the market, comprising 55.8% and 36.1% of the total value, respectively. With parliamentary approval pending, detailed ministerial regulations need development before licences are issued, explained Chanin Rungtanakiat of the Pheu Thai Party. If related agencies act promptly, the bill might be implemented by October. Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, an advocate for dismantling the liquor monopoly, expressed optimism. His relentless campaign helped shape aspects of this bill, though he's committed to pushing for his own Progressive Liquor Bill too. In a heartfelt post on X, he recalled his journey from being arrested for homebrewing almost eight years ago to today, lauding the collaborative efforts across party lines. Founded in 1933, Boon Rawd remains a major player under the Bhirombhakdi family, noted as Thailand’s 19th wealthiest by Forbes. Meanwhile, ThaiBev, created by Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, who ranks as the nation's third-richest individual, controls a significant share of both the beer and spirits markets. This new legislation symbolises a notable shift towards smaller producers, envisaging a more diverse and dynamic alcohol industry in Thailand. If enacted, it holds the promise of economic revitalisation and increased choice for consumers, marking a significant moment in the country's economic narrative, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-01-16
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