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Thailand allows drivers to use their phones hands-free via Bluetooth

A new police directive that went into effect on Friday allows motorists to use their mobile phones while operating a motor vehicle so long as they do not hold the gadget in their hands. The edict made by Pol General Suwat Jongsudsuk, who resigned as national police chief on September 28, and issued by the Royal Thai Police, went into effect on Friday after being published in the Royal Gazette. The order, which is a new modification to the Land Traffic Act, emphasizes that car drivers may use the phone wirelessly or with a Bluetooth device, allowing them to converse hands-free. In addition, the regulation provides that drivers are permitted to use hands-free devices while driving. It will also be legal for drivers to affix their mobile devices to the dashboard or windshield in a manner that does not hinder their view of approaching traffic. Those who disobey this rule…

The King sponsors bathing ceremonies for 36 massacre victims of Nong Bua Lamphu

On Thursday, a shooting spree occurred in the province of Nong Bua Lamphu, and His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn is kindly funding the bathing rites for the 36 victims as a sign of sympathy. Saturday’s ceremonies will commence at three o’clock in the afternoon. On Thursday, a disgruntled police officer fatally shot and stabbed 36 people, including 24 children, before turning the gun on himself. Eight of the ten individuals injured in the attack are currently in a state of great severity. In the Na Klang neighborhood of Nong Bua Lamphu, three distinct temples will host the funerals. Twenty of the deceased will be honored at Wat Rat Samakkhi, ten will be honored at Wat Si Uthai, and six will be honored at Wat Thep Mongkhol Phichai. The gunman’s body is still being investigated by a pathologist, and no funeral plans have been arranged as of yet. A constant stream…

Floods close waterfalls and attractions in 17 Thai national parks

The disastrous effects of the floods that have swept across Thailand have continued to be felt in the country’s national parks. As a result of the floods, seventeen national parks across the country have decided to temporarily close waterfalls and other natural areas, according to a piece that was published yesterday in Nation Thailand. The following is a list of the 17 websites that will go offline for an indefinite period of time: Doi Kham Fah in Pha Daeng National Park Tourist spots and accommodations in Khuean Srinagarindra National Park Tourist spots and accommodations in Na Yung Nam Som National Park Hin Samchan, Huay Toei, and Huay Pai waterfalls in Phu Ruea National Park Mae Keong Luang waterfall in Wiang Kosai National Park Tat Mok and Song Nang waterfalls and the Huaibong service area in Tat Mok National Park Mae Ke The majority of the nation’s national parks have been…

The Thai gun laws will be considered by House committee

After the accident, which killed 24 students and 14 other people, the leader of the Democratic Party went to the local police station in the Na Klang District to help the authorities and find out more about the situation on the ground. The shooter at the daycare center used a gun that he legally got to carry out his killing spree. Thai PBS World says that at the next meeting of the committee, they will talk about the killing and what could be done to help stop something like this from happening again. They will look into both short-term and long-term legislative options to cut down on gun-related deaths and injuries in Thailand and put in place more reasonable and effective limits on registered firearms. They plan to look into the Ministry of the Interior’s gun welfare program as well as concerns about gun ownership and possession as well as…

AI update planned for pier in Phuket

A pier in Phuket will undergo extensive renovations, which will include the installation of an AI system. The Deputy Chief of the Phuket Provincial Administration (OrBorJor) indicated that the organization’s objective is to improve the quality of service offered to tourists while maintaining their safety. Chief Thiwat Sridokbua is quoted as stating “One of the ideas includes the installation of a security control room as well as more CCTV cameras and an artificial intelligence system.” The installation of parking buoys will permit speedboats and long-tail boats to park in defined lines. According to The Phuket Express, Thiwat stated that the renovation will increase the pier’s aesthetic appeal without harming the coastal biology system. During the renovation, an extra 120 CCTV cameras will be installed. The budget for the project under consideration has not yet been published. In June of this year, hundreds of surveillance cameras were deployed at a second…

Residents of Pattaya advocate for the expeditious construction of public toilets at the pier

Residents of Pattaya have voiced their desire for public bathrooms to be constructed more quickly at one pier. It has been claimed that construction on the restrooms at the Bali Hai Pier has come to a halt. Following the commencement of construction in December 2020, the construction of the bathrooms was scheduled to be completed on June 14, 2021. According to reports from the regional media, the expenditure limit for the project had been set at 3.88 million Thai Baht. The 32 restrooms, however, have not yet been constructed, and reports indicate that the building site is currently overrun with waste as well as construction gear. Residents are already raising concerns about the lack of openness and safety of the project. According to an article in The Pattaya News, the previous mayor of Pattaya, Pattana Boonsawad, stated that the development was held up owing to geographic constraints as well as…

Northeastern Thailand’s trendiest companies provide delicious meals and entertaining experiences

The Alcidini Winery is a place of business that wine lovers may be interested in. Guests can take a tour of the beautiful and lush vineyard and look at the stars at night. They can buy wine, drinks, fresh or dried grapes, snacks, and other things. The Mango House is another great place to eat and drink in Nakhon Ratchasima. The gift shop has treats made with mangoes that guests can buy. The “Mango House Signature Dish” is grilled mango butter with vanilla ice cream, and it is very popular. The company’s managing director, Warapon Mongkolpat, came up with the food. It was made with almost-ripe mangoes that were cooked in butter on a skillet and then sprinkled with caramel sugar. Since the end of the Covid-19 outbreak, Mango House has been trying to build up its customer base again. Warapon says that before the pandemic, about 3,000 new people…

Thailand was ranked third in the ‘Top Countries In The World 2022’ list

In this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards presented by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, the country of Thailand was selected as the third best country in the world to go to. The list of the top 48 countries was dominated by European nations, with Thailand and Singapore being the only Southeast Asian countries to crack the top 10. Thousands of people participated in the voting process for several “best of” lists, which included categories such as finest countries, cities, islands, resorts, and hotels. Locations in Thailand scored highly in a number of categories… The Top 10 Countries in the World in 2022 are: 1. Portugal (91.22), 2. Japan (91.17), 3. Thailand (90.46), 4. Singapore (90.09), and 5. India (90.01). 6. Greece (89.79), 7. Denmark (89.62), 8. The United Kingdom (89.12), 9. Italy (89.12), and 10. New Zealand (89.01). In a separate poll titled “Best Cities In The World To Travel To,” readers…

With Prayut’s return, the stimulus plan is given new life

While discussion regarding the reinstatement of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha continues, one thing has become abundantly clear: the Tourism and Sports Ministry is moving forward with a package of measures that had been held up while General Prayut was suspended pending the ruling of the Constitutional Court. Under one of the plans, entertainment places would be able to stay open until 4 in the morning. Because of the restrictions that are now in place, it is projected that Thailand suffers a daily loss of approximately 70 million baht, which is equivalent to $2 million USD. Between the hours of 1 and 4 in the morning, tourists spend the majority of their money. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the minister of tourism and sports, stated that the measures will follow the practices that were in place before the pandemic. The “Booster Shot” tourism stimulus scheme, which would cost 1 billion baht and still needs…

E-visa and visa drop boxes in India would facilitate tourism

Officials expect e-visas will help India become the next million-tourist destination. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) anticipates an increase in the number of Indian tourists as more airlines build new routes between India and Thailand. To meet demand, Tier-2 Indian cities are increasing flights to Thailand. Last month, more than 500,000 Indians visited Thailand. This year, 561-656 Indians have entered the kingdom, according to the Bangkok Post. The fourth quarter of 2022 is anticipated to see an increase in the number of tourists visiting Thailand. The India Business Travel Trade Agency monitors societal sentiment. 66% of Indians prefer Thailand as their short-haul destination of choice. By facilitating visas, the TAT seeks to attract Asian markets such as India. e-Visas are vital, according to the Deputy Governor for Asia and the South Pacific at TAT. Adopting e-visas will facilitate travel from short-haul countries to Thailand. Covid-19 brought a halt to…