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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 7 May 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326701-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-7-may-2024/

A 14-year-old boy died on Sunday night and his friend was injured in an explosion caused by a homemade explosive device thrown by youths riding another bike. The boy had a severe wound to the head. Police arrested three 14 year olds who later confessed to making the devices. A motorcyclist died in hospital yesterday after falling into a drainage system in the Thon Buri area on Sunday, The drain was left open after the lid was stolen, The incident came less than a week after a man fell into a poorly covered 15-metre-deep tube well on a road divider and died in Lat Phrao district. Locally The department of transport has applied for a budget of over 470 million baht next year to build a new flight training centre in Hua Hin. The idea is to bring domestic aviation training to international standards. The department is to apply for a budget to purchase x 2 training helicopters which will be used at the new center. Around the region In Myanmar: An independent armed group said yesterday claimed it had captured a military command and taken hundreds of junta personnel prisoner in western Rakhine state. Clashes have rocked Rakhine since the Arakan Army attacked security forces last November, ending a ceasefire that had largely held since the junta's coup in 2021. WEATHER Chiang Mai and the north: Sunny some thundershowers, 36C Bangkok: Thundershowers, 35C Pattaya: Bright with thundershowers, 33C Phuket and the south:sunny, partly cloudy, 34C Hua Hin: Bright but cloudy, with isolated showers, 35C AQIYellow to Orange, moderate to high Green clear, yellow moderate, Orange High, Red unhealthy. Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com -- SURF 102.5 FM 2024-05-07 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Man Arrested for Attempted Robbery and Assault at Mall Car Park Picture courtesy of Amarin TV A 46-year-old man was apprehended for attempting to rob a woman and assaulting her at a department store's car park in the Rangsit area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326699-man-arrested-for-attempted-robbery-and-assault-at-mall-car-park/

Picture courtesy of Amarin TV A 46-year-old man was apprehended for attempting to rob a woman and assaulting her at a department store's car park in the Rangsit area. The victim, identified as Ms. Jutharat, aged 36, was attacked as she was getting into her Mercedes Benz sedan last evening. The suspect, Mr. Kantinan Kulsriroj, threatened Ms. Jutharat with a 30cm knife, intending to steal her handbag and car. Police were able to apprehend him swiftly at a nearby mall in the Pathum Thani area thanks to the surveillance footage from cameras in the lot. Inspector Pol. Lt. Col. Wichaya Pan-ngam of Chulalongkorn Pratunam provincial police station stated that Kulsriroj was found hiding in the back seat of his wife's car, with the knife from the robbery still in his possession. He had reportedly contacted his wife and asked her to come pick him up from the mall, but the police found him before her arrival. Kulsriroj confessed to the crime, stating that he had an argument with his wife two days prior and left home. His gambling addiction pushed him to attempt the robbery. Ms. Jutharat informed the police that as she was getting into her car, the attacker held her at knifepoint. Realising she wasn't alone, she called for help from two nearby men, provoking Kulsriroj to attack her. She however escaped a serious injury when the knife hit the waistband of her pants. After startling the attacker with the car's horn accidentally, she sustained a slash on her cheek before he ran off with her bag. She managed to retrieve her handbag after a short chase. -- 2024-05-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Man Destroys Bottles at Bang Saen Beach, Raising Safety Concerns File photo courtesy of Cornwall live for reference only. An incident causing safety concerns occurred at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri province when a man was caught smashing bottles on the shoreline, posing a danger to beach visitors. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326696-man-destroys-bottles-at-bang-saen-beach-raising-safety-concerns/

An incident causing safety concerns occurred at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri province when a man was caught smashing bottles on the shoreline, posing a danger to beach visitors. This reckless behavior has led locals and authorities to demand improved supervision and care for those with mental health issues. A video posted today on Je Moi v-news shows the man in question using a rock to break bottles at the beach. Many social media users expressed concern for the safety of visitors to the well-known tourist spot due to the broken glass. A food vendor at the beach, 70-year-old Amorn Imura, identified the man as a local who often exhibits erratic behavior but is largely ignored due to apparent mental health issues. She fears the broken glass could potentially injure tourists, an incident that has happened in the past according to local rescue teams. However, she admits she did not witness the described event. A tourist, Kowit Yodphet, who saw the disturbing video, stresses the danger posed by this act. He noted that many beachgoers don't wear shoes and might step on the broken glass. Kowit called on the man's family to provide him care and possibly seek medical help. This occurrence underlines the need to ensure the safety of tourist areas, both for visitors and locals who depend on tourism for their income. File photo courtesy of Cornwall live for reference only. -- 2024-05-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Air Pollution Skyrockets in Chiang Mai File photo courtesy of Thaiger Chiang Mai and multiple northern provinces in Thailand are contending with alarmingly high air pollution levels. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326695-air-pollution-skyrockets-in-chiang-mai/

Chiang Mai and multiple northern provinces in Thailand are contending with alarmingly high air pollution levels. According to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), 11 provinces experienced dangerously high red-coded PM2.5 levels. Pollution figures ranged from 82.1 to 158.8 microgrammes per cubic metre in 24 hours, significantly higher than the safe limit of 37.5 µg/m3. Among the northern provinces, Chiang Rai reported the worst PM2.5 level at 158.8, with Chiang Mai close behind at 141.9. Further, unhealthy orange-coded PM2.5 levels were found in 46 other provinces, primarily in the Central Plains and northeast, with readings from 38.2 to 67.6 µg/m3. Meanwhile, east and south provinces reported good to moderate air quality, with the best air in Phuket and Phangnga at 15.3µg/m³ and 15.7µg/m³ respectively. Swiss tech company IQAir, which specializes in air quality, confirmed the severity of the issue by ranking Chiang Mai the world's fourth most polluted city, trailing Delhi, Lahore, and Kathmandu. This report underscores the urgent need for actions to curb escalating air pollution levels. File photo courtesy of Thaiger -- 2024-05-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Belgian Biker Dies in Thai Traffic Incident Picture courtesy ot TPN news A Belgian man tragically died in a traffic accident while riding his motorcycle in northeastern Thailand's Roi Et province on the night of May 4th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326693-belgian-biker-dies-in-thai-traffic-incident/

A Belgian man tragically died in a traffic accident while riding his motorcycle in northeastern Thailand's Roi Et province on the night of May 4th. The motorcyclist, identified as 67-year-old Jan Remi Van Welden, lost his life on Arun Prasert Road near the Khee Lek area entrance in the Pathumrat district around 10:00 PM. Local police and rescue personnel from Asoke Kasetwisai Foundation, alongside medical staff from Pathumrat Hospital, turned up at the crash site, where they found a white Triumph motorcycle with a storage box attached to the rear lying on a bridge. Nearby, they located Mr. Van Welden's severely injured body, which displayed signs including a fractured skull suggesting he might have been hit by a vehicle. However, preliminary searches by Pathumrat police did not reveal any collision indications or debris from another vehicle at the accident scene. The area was cordoned off and evidence was collected for further investigation, with the cause of the crash still yet to be determined. Mr. Van Welden's body was later taken to a local hospital while the police began the process of reaching out to his family and embassy. Picture courtesy ot TPN news -- 2024-05-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Govt Challenged to Remove Central Bank Governor Amidst Digital Wallet Dispute Dr. Setthaput Suthiwatnarueput Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BoT). Picture courtesy of Thairath The Democrat Party spokesperson, Ramet Ratanachaweng, has dared the Pheu Thai-led government to sack Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput over a disagreement concerning a digital wallet project. The project, initiated by Pheu Thai, plans to give 50 million Thai nationals a 10,000-baht digital wallet for shopping in their home district. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326692-govt-challenged-to-remove-central-bank-governor-amidst-digital-wallet-dispute/

The Democrat Party spokesperson, Ramet Ratanachaweng, has dared the Pheu Thai-led government to sack Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput over a disagreement concerning a digital wallet project. The project, initiated by Pheu Thai, plans to give 50 million Thai nationals a 10,000-baht digital wallet for shopping in their home district. Suthiwartnarueput raised objections to the project, suggesting that it may lead to unnecessary public debt. The governor's remarks received criticism from Pheu Thai leader, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, accusing him of blocking national economic development. The controversy sparked when the governor suggested scaling down the digital wallet recipients to state welfare cardholders and vulnerable groups only. This proposal would leave some financial cushion for emergencies, he argued. Despite the disagreement, the Pheu Thai-led government has revealed plans to split the 500-billion-baht funding for the digital wallet project into three batches. This includes 175 billion baht from the current fiscal year's budget, 152.7 billion baht from next year's budget, and 172.3 billion baht borrowed from the Bank for Agriculture & Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC). In response, Ratanachaweng raised concerns over apparent attempts by Pheu Thai to reduce the central bank governor's powers. He added the governor should freely express his views without political influence, honoring the international principle of central bank freedom. The opposition anticipates public outrage if the governor is dismissed. TOP: Dr. Setthaput Suthiwatnarueput Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BoT). Picture courtesy of Thairath -- 2024-05-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

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Thailand boasts three of the top 100 beaches globally, according to BeachAtlas, a UK-based startup focusing on beach information. The beaches include famous Maya Bay, which came in fifth on the 2024 Golden Beach Award list. Visitors flock to Maya Bay for its stunning blue waters, dramatic cliffs, and beautiful white sands. Despite the one-hour speedboat trip from Phuket or Krabi, the beach sees between 4-5,000 visitors daily. Three Thai Beaches Make it to the World's Top 100 List Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326672-three-thai-beaches-make-it-to-the-worlds-top-100-list/ File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Unsplash

Unidentified Handcuffed Woman Found Dead Near Chi River File foto courtesy of Wikipedia for reference only A mysterious death has been reported in Roi Et Province, where an unidentified woman was found lifeless near the Chi River. The body, discovered in a scrubland area near the waterway, was found with her hands handcuffed behind her back, leading to suspicions of foul play. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326654-unidentified-handcuffed-woman-found-dead-near-chi-river/