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3 Thai cops face 30 days jail for drinking on duty, abandoning posts - video Photo via Amarin TV Three policemen at Mueang Kalasin Police Station in Isaan face 30 days in jail after one of them allegedly got drunk on duty while the two others went home to take a nap during working hours. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330572-3-thai-cops-face-30-days-jail-for-drinking-on-duty-abandoning-posts-video/

Three policemen at Mueang Kalasin Police Station in Isaan face 30 days in jail after one of them allegedly got drunk on duty while the two others went home to take a nap during working hours. A Thai man took to TikTok to share a video of himself engaging in a conversation with a drunk police officer at Mueang Kalasin Police Station in the Isaan province of Kalasin. In the video, the Thai man was heard crying after police ignored his complaint. Another police officer later came to soothe him. The video went viral, prompting Amarin TV reporters to interview the TikTok user about the incident. The man, who prefers his identity to be concealed, explained that a group of teenage boys attempted to break into the home he shares with his girlfriend at about 10pm. The gang threatened to smash his car if he did not open the house for them, so he contacted police via the hotline number 191. Officers promised to investigate the scene within 30 minutes but no one appeared. The man then called the police again and threatened to report their delay to the Royal Thai Police (RTP), prompting one officer to come to the scene. The teenagers had already left his home when the officer arrived. The officer urged him to file an official report at the police station, so he and his girlfriend did so. The man explained that he waited at the police station for an hour but no officer came to record their complaint. He met one police officer who appeared drunk and asked him to take his complaint. The drunk officer told him that the daily duty police officers, who recorded public complaints, had gone to a police station party. He could not take his complaint because it was not his duty. Then, the drunk policeman gave him the phone numbers of the officers but he was unable to contact them. He felt desperate and cried, as seen in the video. The commander of Kalasin Provincial Police, Treewit Sriprapa, later summoned the police officers who were on duty that night for questioning. Two daily duty officers admitted to returning home to sleep while on duty, and the officer who appeared drunk in the video admitted to drinking alcohol before going to work. Their confessions led to a punishment of 30 days in prison. By Petch Petpailin Photo via Amarin TV Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Search Begins to Reignite Old Romance from Vietnam War Era File photo for reference only Thai internet users are working together to help a Reddit user from the US find his father's old flame from Thailand during the Vietnam War period. The user, “No_Acadia6966” posted on Reddit that his father, a former American Air Force member stationed near Nakhon Phanom from 1968 to 1971, is looking for his old girlfriend known as "Oi". Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330569-search-begins-to-reignite-old-romance-from-vietnam-war-era/

Thai internet users are working together to help a Reddit user from the US find his father's old flame from Thailand during the Vietnam War period. The user, “No_Acadia6966” posted on Reddit that his father, a former American Air Force member stationed near Nakhon Phanom from 1968 to 1971, is looking for his old girlfriend known as "Oi". Growing up, the Reddit user constantly saw a large photo of Oi and became curious about her. He explained that his father was very fond of Oi and wanted to marry her. Unfortunately, his grandfather did not allow the relationship. The user added that he is still unsure how to spell Oi's name in English or Thai. The post, widely shared among Thai netizens, included a picture of Oi. Interestingly, a woman who identified herself as “Noon,” an admin of a Facebook page called “Justin Family”, believed that Oi could be her grandmother. Noon stated that her grandmother also named Oi is now 77 years old and had mentioned having an American boyfriend who was five years younger in her past. Further, she claimed that her grandmother had two kids with the American soldier, one of them being her mother. According to Noon, when the soldier planned to head back to the US, he offered for her grandmother to accompany him, but she declined. They lost connection thereafter. However, Noon later posted an update stating that her grandmother is not the one "No_Acadia6966" is searching for. Regardless, the incident has motivated Noon to start looking for her grandmother's long-lost love. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Russians fail to catch a bag thief in Phuket File photo for reference only On Sunday night, a Russian couple unsuccessfully attempted to chase down a motorcyclist who had stolen the woman's purse in Muang district. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330568-russians-fail-to-catch-a-bag-thief-in-phuket/

On Sunday night, a Russian couple unsuccessfully attempted to chase down a motorcyclist who had stolen the woman's purse in Muang district. Alisa Makarenko informed the local tourist police that she was on a motorcycle with a friend on Takua Pa Road in tambon Talad Yai in the Muang district. Around 8:40 PM, another motorcyclist snatched her bag from her lap. The thief was notably wearing a unique blue helmet. Her friend quickly gave chase, honking the horn and zigzagging through the traffic, while Makarenko filmed the pursuit on her mobile. Eventually, the thief managed to escape. Makarenko's stolen purse held her glasses, motorcycle license, a comb, power bank, four debit cards, and approximately 60 baht cash, she reported to the police. The police recommended that she immediately block her stolen debit cards to prevent unauthorized usage. Among these cards, three were Russian. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai Prime Minister Discusses Urgent Tourism Infrastructure Issues on Koh Larn File photo for reference only Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited Koh Larn, a popular tourist spot in the Chonburi province, to discuss the ongoing issues of tourist safety, hospital readiness, and waste management. These are largely due to the immense pressure from the over half a million people who visit the island every month. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330567-thai-prime-minister-discusses-urgent-tourism-infrastructure-issues-on-koh-larn/

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited Koh Larn, a popular tourist spot in the Chonburi province, to discuss the ongoing issues of tourist safety, hospital readiness, and waste management. These are largely due to the immense pressure from the over half a million people who visit the island every month. In a meeting with local authorities, including the Mayor of Pattaya, the Prime Minister urged for immediate steps to improve tourist safety and increase hospital capacities to respond effectively during emergencies. He also urged for proper waste management strategies to avoid accumulation issues similar to those experienced on Koh Samui in the South. Furthermore, the Prime Minister's trip includes more visits around Chonburi and Rayong provinces. This is all part of his efforts to advance the development of the Eastern Economic Corridor. He has also planned for a briefing at the U-Tapao International Airport in Rayong on commercial developments and the potential for a Formula One racing route at Phra Tamnak Hill. Additionally, Thavisin will check on the third phase of the Laem Chabang Port Development Project in the Si Racha district and discuss ways to improve regional development and investment. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

HBO Picks Thailand as Location for Season 3 of "The White Lotus" File photo for reference only Scott Schaeffer, the executive of HBO’s series "The White Lotus," has praised Thailand as an ideal location for film production. This comes in the light of the recent choice of Koh Samui as the venue for producing the show's third season. Schaeffer was full of compliments for the local team's professionalism and recognized the support provided by the Ministry of Tourism & Sports, other relevant agencies, and the locals in making the production possible. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330565-hbo-picks-thailand-as-location-for-season-3-of-the-white-lotus/

Scott Schaeffer, the executive of HBO’s series "The White Lotus," has praised Thailand as an ideal location for film production. This comes in the light of the recent choice of Koh Samui as the venue for producing the show's third season. Schaeffer was full of compliments for the local team's professionalism and recognized the support provided by the Ministry of Tourism & Sports, other relevant agencies, and the locals in making the production possible. During a meeting with the Tourism and Sports Minister Sermsak Pongpanich, Schaeffer spoke highly of the stunning landscapes and natural beauty of Koh Samui, Phuket and other Thai islands, calling them some of the globe's top film locations. He also noted that government incentives were a compelling reason for HBO and Warner Bros.' decision to opt for Thailand, even stating these incentives were among the greatest in Asia. Minister Sermsak anticipates that the series will help improve Thailand's global image and lure tourists to the film shoot locations. He predicts that by 2024, foreign film production could rake in revenue exceeding 7.5 billion baht. He further noted that tourism; resulting from the production of world-class films, continues to boost the Thai economy. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Foreigner criticised for hammock stunt on Bangkok billboard - video File photo for reference only A foreign man is facing backlash after he created a video of himself lying in a hammock hung from a large advertisement billboard near Asoke Intersection in Bangkok. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330564-foreigner-criticised-for-hammock-stunt-on-bangkok-billboard-video/

A foreign man is facing backlash after he created a video of himself lying in a hammock hung from a large advertisement billboard near Asoke Intersection in Bangkok. Thai social media account Red Skull shared a video of the foreign man yesterday, June 23, with a caption that read, “Is this the same foreigner from the previous viral video, where he did freerunning on a BTS station and jumped onto a Thai man? Is he still in Thailand?” The foreigner’s video opened with the caption, “You know what you need to do when you’re homeless.” The background showed the Asoke Intersection in Bangkok before zooming in on a nearby big billboard. The video then cut to a scene where the foreign man was lying in a hammock, hanging from the billboard high above the road. Many Thai netizens confirmed that this foreign man was the same person who had been involved in a similar incident in March. In that case, he had been freerunning on Asoke BTS Station near Soi Sukhumvit 14 in Bangkok, jumping from the station to a nearby building before jumping down onto the footpath. Unfortunately, the foreign man landed not on the footpath but on the head of a Thai man walking past. Channel 8 reported that the victim was old and suffered an injury in the incident. A witness stated that the foreign man neither apologised to the victim nor offered assistance, instead walking away from the scene as bystanders were left in shock. It appears the victim did not complain to the police, as there have been no reports of the foreigner being apprehended or facing legal charges. Furthermore, he was seen repeating his reckless behaviour in a recent video filmed in Bangkok. Despite the video gaining widespread attention online, the police have yet to take any steps towards initiating legal proceedings against the foreign man. File photo for reference only Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Kibo-ABC Space Experiment Award Won by Students from Rayong File photo for reference only Two students from Rayongwittayakorn School in Rayong province have been awarded the prestigious Kibo-ABC Award for a project they submitted to the Asian Try-Zero G 2023 program. The program was carried out on Japan's Kibo module at the International Space Station earlier this year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330563-kibo-abc-space-experiment-award-won-by-students-from-rayong/

Two students from Rayongwittayakorn School in Rayong province have been awarded the prestigious Kibo-ABC Award for a project they submitted to the Asian Try-Zero G 2023 program. The program was carried out on Japan's Kibo module at the International Space Station earlier this year. Wanwalee Channgam and Phuttima Prakobchart were distinguished for their project dubbed "Starfish Exercise for Microgravity". It was among 14 experiments performed on the Kibo module by Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa in February. The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) praised the students for their in-depth research and clear illustrations of exercise movements under microgravity conditions. The astronaut's feedback aided in improving and developing their experiment further. In a related development, another student, Chayanin Lertudomsak from Suankularb Wittayalai School in Bangkok, was honored with the Crew Award for his proposed experiment titled "Water Spheres and Electrostatic Force". He expressed delight at receiving the award and appreciated the unique chance it offered to expand his knowledge and experience. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

EC on lookout for fraudulent activities before Wednesday's final senator vote File photo for reference only The final stage of senator elections is set to happen this Wednesday. Officials from the Election Commission (EC) are monitoring for any potential election fraud. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330561-ec-on-lookout-for-fraudulent-activities-before-wednesdays-final-senator-vote/

The final stage of senator elections is set to happen this Wednesday. Officials from the Election Commission (EC) are monitoring for any potential election fraud. Anonymous sources from the EC revealed that there are four main ways election misconduct can occur. The first method involves successful candidates from provincial-level voting who, realizing they have a slim chance of winning in the end, might "sell" their votes for large sums of money or positions to those with a better chance of getting elected. The second method involves political groups attempting to persuade other candidates to support their own participating candidate. A third form of misconduct is the hiring of a broker who books hotel rooms for candidates, making it easier for potential vote buyers to lobby them. Once the broker has enough candidates on their side, they'll try to "sell" their votes to members of their political groups. Lastly, certain political office holders may try to encourage provincial-level winners to join their elite groups, promising to assist them in winning elections. These incorrect practises have already been found in numerous provinces, particularly in the north. About 3,000 applicants who have advanced from the provincial-level stage are now moving on to the final, national vote. The top 200 candidates with the highest votes in their respective groups will be elected as senators. The next 100 candidates with the second highest votes will make up the reserve list. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

AI to impact less than 4% of Thailand’s service sector jobs Image: rawpixel/Freepik Artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to have a limited impact on employment in Thailand, with fewer than 4% of service sector workers at high risk of being replaced by the technology, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330558-ai-to-impact-less-than-4-of-thailand’s-service-sector-jobs/

Artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to have a limited impact on employment in Thailand, with fewer than 4% of service sector workers at high risk of being replaced by the technology, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research). A study conducted by Microsoft and LinkedIn revealed that 74% of Thai business leaders, compared to 66% globally, stated they would not hire candidates lacking AI skills. AI is rapidly expanding, with global investment exceeding US$91.9 billion (3.36 trillion baht) in 2022 and anticipated to reach US$200 billion annually by 2030, as reported by Goldman Sachs. Analysts predict that AI adoption could lead to the layoff of up to 300 million workers worldwide. K-Research indicated that Thailand’s service sector, contributing 52.4% to the national GDP, would be the most impacted by AI. Nevertheless, the overall effect of AI on Thailand is expected to be less severe than in many other countries, as fewer than 4% of the service sector workforce is highly susceptible to AI replacement. The exposure of the service sector to AI replacement risk, considering the number of employees and its GDP contribution, amounts to only 280,000 employees, representing 3.5% of total sector employment. However, the potential risk from AI could influence 34.7% of the sector’s GDP. Sectors at risk K-Research noted that jobs in construction (90,000 workers at risk) and residential construction (180,000 workers) are less vulnerable to AI, whereas industries like finance (29,000 workers) and professional services (95,000 workers) face higher risks. Managing Director of Microsoft Thailand, Dhanawat Suthumpun, highlighted the widespread acceptance of generative AI tools in the workplace. “Most employees surveyed use AI to complete their daily workload without waiting to see if their organisations will provide AI tools, services, or directions and guidelines for usage.” Dhanawat added that business leaders need to address this emerging trend to maximise AI benefits for both organisations and employees. Microsoft and LinkedIn recently released the 2024 Work Trend Index, a joint report on the state of AI at work, based on a survey of 31,000 individuals across 31 countries, including Thailand. The study found that 92% of knowledge workers in Thailand now utilise AI at work, significantly higher than the global average of 75%. Lack of uniformity The survey reveals that 81% of respondents use AI tools of their choice. The lack of uniformity in AI usage at scale in workplaces may cause the company to miss out on the advantages of strategic uses and put the company data at risk, reported Bangkok Post. Additionally, 91% of Thai business leaders believe their companies need to adopt AI to remain competitive, compared to the global average of 79%, revealing how AI skills have become critical assets in the workforce, both in Thailand and internationally. If given a choice between AI skills and work experience, 90% of Thai leaders (71% globally) would opt for a candidate with AI skills over a more experienced one, demonstrating that Thai employers value workers with AI skills and are willing to pay at least 41% more to hire them, as reported in “Accelerating AI Skills: Preparing the Asia-Pacific Workforce for Jobs of the Future.” By Ryan Turner Image: rawpixel/Freepik Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Impending impacts of upcoming court rulings on Srettha and MFP Image: Sakchai Lalit/AP Photo Thailand’s political landscape is set for a significant shift as the upcoming Constitutional Court ruling on the cases of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) leader next month. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330556-impending-impacts-of-upcoming-court-rulings-on-srettha-and-mfp/

Thailand’s political landscape is set for a significant shift as the upcoming Constitutional Court ruling on the cases of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) leader next month. The outcomes, scheduled for July 3 for the MFP and July 10 for PM Srettha, have the business community on edge, worried about potential disruptions to the economy if the current administration is affected by the court rulings. The Bangkok-born prime minister faces an ethics probe linked to his appointment of Pichit Chuenban as PM’s Office Minister after a controversial Cabinet reshuffle. Pichit resigned just before the Constitutional Court decided to proceed with the ethics investigation. In 2008, Pichit was sentenced to six months in prison for attempting to bribe Supreme Court officials with a paper bag containing 2 million baht. An independent analyst on international economics, Aat Pisanwanich described Thailand’s political situation as highly uncertain. He indicated that any political change might lead to a new coalition government excluding the Pheu Thai Party, which currently holds the most seats in Parliament. If PM Srettha is found guilty of violating ethics regulations due to Pichit’s appointment, he might be pressured to resign. Aat identified three potential successors: Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Chaikasem Nitisiri, and Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul. Potential successors “If Paetongtarn is chosen, there may be questions about her knowledge and capabilities, affecting already weak confidence in the government.” The reduced public confidence in the government stems from Pheu Thai Party’s alliance with the previous coalition, sidelining the MFP despite its election victory. Aat noted that several government projects, including the Land Bridge, soft power initiatives, and the digital wallet handout, have yet to produce tangible outcomes. Rising production costs have also heightened the cost of living, making Thailand one of the most expensive countries in Southeast Asia. Aat suggested that a reduction in the policy interest rate, long supported by the prime minister’s government, could ease the burden on debtors and stimulate domestic investment. However, the Bank of Thailand remains hesitant due to ongoing growth in domestic consumption, despite public sentiment indicating otherwise. Aat further comments on the current state of Thailand’s economy. “The rise in consumption is from a low base during the pandemic, making this growth appear illusory. “Thai inflation rates are relatively low, which do not align with rising oil prices. Oil prices are a crucial production cost, causing overall production costs to rise, even though inflation does not correspondingly increase.” Government stability Vice-Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Visit Limlurcha emphasised the need for government stability to maintain investor confidence and attract foreign direct investment. Visit highlighted the importance of adjusting the production structure, improving competitiveness, and driving economic growth. “The private sector and government need to collaborate to foster an economic recovery. In the short term, companies want state budget disbursement to be accelerated.” Chairman of the Thai National Shippers’ Council, Chaichan Chareonsuk echoed calls for stability, noting that exporters face global uncertainties, such as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which increase freight costs and could escalate into a trade war. “If Thailand’s political situation is stable, it will expedite strategic and budget planning for 2025.” The uncertain future of the 62 year old PM, who has been actively promoting foreign investment, has manufacturing operators concerned about investment prospects and the continuation of economic policies. The Thai premier’s potential dismissal could lead to political instability, causing investors to delay or halt their decisions. The Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), voiced concerns over possible effects of the court rulings, especially in the case of a possible dismissal of the prime minister. Impacts on investors “A change to his premiership will worry foreign investors, resulting in halts or delays to their decisions to invest in Thailand.” Similar political uncertainty emerged last year when former MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat failed to secure sufficient parliamentary support to become prime minister despite winning the most votes in the May 14 General Election. This unclear timeline for forming a new government dented business confidence. Political instability contributed to the Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) decreasing to 92.3 points in July last year, the lowest in ten months, according to a survey of 1,329 entrepreneurs across 46 industries under the FTI. The index continued to fall this month to 88.5 points, with 15,000 workers losing their jobs this year. High levels of household debt are causing banks to tighten lending criteria, affecting businesses such as car manufacturing. Chief Executive of PTT Global Chemical, Narongsak Jivakanun expressed hope that the government will maintain the manufacturing sector’s stability despite political issues, especially after the court ruling. “Thailand is a hub of internal combustion engine cars and some electronic products. We believe the government will manage to keep this status regardless of political problems.” President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents, Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, warned that political instability could significantly impact the economy, especially the tourism sector. Effects on tourism He noted concerns from overseas partners, particularly in China, over the situation, before advocating for more proactive government communication to promote safe tourism and potential destinations in Thailand. “It is necessary to prioritise economic and tourism confidence. “If political tension escalates, it is the duty of all sectors to save the tourism industry by ensuring tourists the industry will remain intact.” Sisdivachr suggested that the government should accelerate the market with visa-free programmes, airport development, and promotion of second-tier cities. He also emphasised the importance of listening to the private sector for effective policy planning, reported Bangkok Post. By Ryan Turner Image: Sakchai Lalit/AP Photo Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Commerce Ministry monitors 18 categories as transport costs surge Picture courtesy of Lê Minh from pexels.com The Commerce Ministry launched a comprehensive monitoring initiative for prices across 18 categories as transport costs for the logistics sector surged by up to 9%. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330555-commerce-ministry-monitors-18-categories-as-transport-costs-surge/

The Commerce Ministry launched a comprehensive monitoring initiative for prices across 18 categories as transport costs for the logistics sector surged by up to 9%. The Director-General of the Internal Trade Department, Wattanasak Sur-Liam, stated that the categories under scrutiny include instant noodles, fresh food, canned food, bagged rice, seasoning sauce, vegetable oil, carbonated drinks, milk and dairy products, electrical appliances, laundry products, fertilisers, insecticides, pet food, iron, cement, paper, medicine and medical services, and retail and wholesale services. Oil costs, which form 40% of logistics expenses, affect product prices variably based on the weight and quantity of the items involved. The ministry has appealed to business operators to maintain stable product prices in accordance with its policies, said Wattanasak. “Most operators are choosing to stimulate consumption rather than hike prices, as they believe price increases would negatively impact sales.” The impending expiry of subsidies for liquefied petroleum gas (cooking gas) this month has prompted the department to closely watch the prices of made-to-order food and fast food. Despite the potential end of these subsidies, the cost per plate is expected to remain unaffected due to recent decreases in the prices of pork, eggs, and fresh vegetables, and a stable price for chicken compared to last year. Fresh vegetable prices, including limes and coriander, have been on a consistent decline following the onset of the rainy season last month. By Sarishti Arora Picture courtesy of Lê Minh from pexels.com Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Illegal Money Lending Scheme Busted in Pattaya, Three Thai Individuals Arrested File photo for reference only On Tuesday, June 18th, three Thai individuals engaged in an illicit money lending operation were arrested in Pattaya by the Region 2 Police. The arrest was made in a house at Ratanakorn Village 11, on Soi Takian Tia 7, in the Banglamung district, Chonburi province, following a tip from local individuals. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330361-illegal-money-lending-scheme-busted-in-pattaya-three-thai-individuals-arrested/

On Tuesday, June 18th, three Thai individuals engaged in an illicit money lending operation were arrested in Pattaya by the Region 2 Police. The arrest was made in a house at Ratanakorn Village 11, on Soi Takian Tia 7, in the Banglamung district, Chonburi province, following a tip from local individuals. When the police landed at the location, they found a large Thai family occupying the house. Prior to investigating the house, the officers displayed a search warrant to the household. The search led to the discovery of substantial proof of unlicensed money lending activities, such as loan records, five cell phones, a Honda Wave 125i motorcycle, a Honda Jazz automobile, two customer account books, and a handmade gun. The arrested suspects included Mr. Sitthichai Tonniem, 40, who is suspected to be the mastermind and the owner of the illegal firearm, Mr. Ekkarin Sukchant, 22, and Mr. Aphirak Thongrarerng, 19, both working as debt collectors. They were charged with illegal possession of a gun and rounds, running an unlicensed lending operation, and charging excessive interest rates. Mr. Sitthichai reportedly operated the loan enterprise via a Facebook page named “Uncle Tiger Capital,” charging over 20% interest every 24 days, which is illegal under Thai law. All three suspects confessed to their misdeeds. The police have stated that this crackdown is part of the Region 2 Police's continuous battle against illegal money lenders wreaking havoc among residents in Chonburi province. The trio were transported to Banglamung Police Station to face legal consequences. File photo for reference only -- 2024-06-21 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Motorcyclist Dies in Fatal Accident in Sattahip, Poor Lighting Claimed as Cause File photo for reference only A Thai motorbike rider lost his life after he fell off his bike and was run over by a car on Highway 331 in the Chonburi province. The accident happened very early in the morning on June 20th, close to the entryway of the Nong Ta Son village. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1330360-motorcyclist-dies-in-fatal-accident-in-sattahip-poor-lighting-claimed-as-cause/