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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 19 May 2025
Man Killed After Being Hit by Train in Khon Kaen Picture courtesy of Matichon. A incident occurred in the early hours of morning of 18 May, when a special express train travelling from Bangkok Apiwat to Nong Khai struck and killed an unidentified man who was lying across the railway tracks in Nam Phong district, Khon Kaen. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361012-man-killed-after-being-hit-by-train-in-khon-kaen/ -
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CCTV Footage Captures Motorcycle Crash on Rama II Road
Not back but the side, from the looks of it. Probably misjudged distances by inches and got his wheel or handlebar caught in a tire and that was that. No way the truck driver could have done anything to prevent this. -
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Accident Man Killed After Being Hit by Train in Khon Kaen
Picture courtesy of Matichon. A incident occurred in the early hours of morning of 18 May, when a special express train travelling from Bangkok Apiwat to Nong Khai struck and killed an unidentified man who was lying across the railway tracks in Nam Phong district, Khon Kaen. The incident took place at approximately 04:50 near kilometre marker 488/7, between Nam Phong and Huai Siew stations. Authorities from Nam Phong Police Station, rescue workers, and medical personnel were dispatched to the scene following a report of a fatal train collision. Upon arrival, emergency responders discovered the dismembered body of a man believed to be between 50 and 60 years old. His body had been severed in two, with his limbs and skull severely crushed. Blood and brain matter were found on the front of the train, and rescue workers collected body parts scattered along the tracks before transferring the remains to Nam Phong Hospital for further examination. According to Pol Lt Col Thaworn Laophaeng, Deputy Inspector at Nam Phong Police Station, the train driver reported seeing a man lying motionless on the tracks. Despite sounding the horn repeatedly in an attempt to alert him, the man remained in place. The train, which had accelerated to climb an incline, was unable to brake in time, resulting in the fatal impact. No identification documents were found on the deceased, and as of this report, no missing person reports matching the victim’s description have been filed with the local police. Residents living near the tracks stated that the man had been seen wandering near the railway line in the days leading up to the incident. Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the man’s identity and to notify any next of kin so that appropriate religious rites may be carried out. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-05-19. -
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Thailand Implements Financial Requirements for Tourist Visas in 2025
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 19 May 2025
Thailand’s Wealth Gap Widens: Most Bank Accounts Below 50,000 Baht Picture courtesy: Royal Vacation Alarm bells ring as new figures from the Bank of Thailand reveal that 89% of bank deposit accounts in the kingdom hold less than 50,000 baht. This stark statistic paints a bleak picture of financial fragility among the Thai populace and how close to the edge many households are living. As highlighted by Thai Rath, these numbers reflect a worrying level of economic instability. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1361011-thailand’s-wealth-gap-widens-most-bank-accounts-below-50000-baht/ -
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Economy Thailand’s Wealth Gap Widens: Most Bank Accounts Below 50,000 Baht
Picture courtesy: Royal Vacation Alarm bells ring as new figures from the Bank of Thailand reveal that 89% of bank deposit accounts in the kingdom hold less than 50,000 baht. This stark statistic paints a bleak picture of financial fragility among the Thai populace and how close to the edge many households are living. As highlighted by Thai Rath, these numbers reflect a worrying level of economic instability. For numerous Thais, savings remain a distant dream as daily struggles with the cost of living take precedence. Whether it's daily wage earners, freelancers, or informal workers, many rely on unstable income streams amid swelling expenses such as food, travel, and healthcare. With a scant financial cushion against unexpected disruptions like job loss or medical emergencies, their vulnerability is pronounced. The sobering data paints a broader portrait of financial literacy challenges across the country. Misconceptions like the belief that investing requires significant initial capital contribute to money mismanagement. Heightened risk aversion further hampers attempts at better financial planning, despite low returns on traditional savings. Educational shortcomings and policy gaps in promoting financial literacy exacerbate the issue, sidelining it from everyday life skills. The numbers also starkly expose income inequality, with under 1% of the population holding deposits in the tens of millions. This wealthy minority's combined savings surpass that of the rest by a substantial margin. Addressing these concerns necessitates robust macroeconomic policies targeting structural inequality and empowering people economically. Solving this disparity is critical for ensuring broad-spectrum financial resilience and the feasibility of future security for all, transcending the privilege of the few. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-05-19
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