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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Thailand news</title><link>https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/</link><description>National and regional news from all around Thailand</description><language>en</language><item><title>Austrian Gets 1,673 Years in Thai Prison</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395481-austrian-gets-1673-years-in-thai-prison/?do=findComment&comment=20525624]]></link><description>Troll post removed.  @Free the 115 rule 17.News articles are collected from recognised sources and may be consolidated or rewritten with AI assistance. Respectful discussion of the article content is welcome. Disrespectful comments about the articles, the use of AI, or the news team (e.g. &#x201C;clickbait,&#x201D; &#x201C;slow news day,&#x201D; mocking grammar, or AI taunts) are not permitted. Posts breaching this rule will be removed, and posting suspension or account closure may result.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:49:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Two questions for those using Chaengwattana Immigration</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1393683-two-questions-for-those-using-chaengwattana-immigration/?do=findComment&comment=20525623]]></link><description>What about moving in with a girlfriend who is the owner?  Does she file for the TM30 as if she was a landlord, or can I do it myself?  What documents would she/I need to provide to register online and would I need to create a Lease Agreement for self-filing and/or any visits to Immigration?</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cannabis Operation Busted in Bangkok, Four Vietnamese Arrested</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395525-cannabis-operation-busted-in-bangkok-four-vietnamese-arrested/?do=findComment&comment=20525622]]></link><description>The smell got them....Does the word ozone ring a bell...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:45:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Four Killed in Belgium School Bus Train Crash</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395450-four-killed-in-belgium-school-bus-train-crash/?do=findComment&comment=20525621]]></link><description>Yeah, let's make something up and get upset about the thing you just made up and hasn't happened, nice one.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:45:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tony Blair: Labor is drifting and has no Proper Plan for the UK</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395487-tony-blair-labor-is-drifting-and-has-no-proper-plan-for-the-uk/?do=findComment&comment=20525619]]></link><description>He should be in jail.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:44:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Starmer Pledges Action on Children&#x2019;s Social Media Use</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395468-starmer-pledges-action-on-childrens-social-media-use/?do=findComment&comment=20525618]]></link><description><![CDATA[Whilst I don't necessarily agree with the idea I am also not entirely against it as I can see what it is trying to do. And your comparison is invalid.   In the 40s and 50s you didn't have LLMs which could help or even encourage your kids to commit suicide.  https://edition.cnn.com/2025/11/06/us/openai-chatgpt-suicide-lawsuit-invs-vis  https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/mar/31/teenager-asked-chatgpt-most-successful-ways-take-life-inquest-told  You didn't have the obsession with likes and the online bullying that goes with social media. I don't know how many suicides there have been due to online and cyber bullying, it is a horrible phenomenon.   It should be the parents' responsibility to protect their children, definitely. But some parents are working 2-3 jobs to try to survive. And, let's face it, some people are just really &lt;deleted&gt; or very absent parents - don't their children also need protecting?  So whilst I am not sure censorship is the answer, maybe there is some merit to the thinking. I mean social media is already limited to over 13s (in theory, but no actual checks). You wouldn't get rid of age limits for smoking or drinking because "it should be the parent's responsibility" would you? Because not all kids grow up to be alcoholics.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:43:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Four Killed in Belgium School Bus Train Crash</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395450-four-killed-in-belgium-school-bus-train-crash/?do=findComment&comment=20525617]]></link><description>Oh great now she can forse some more dystopian measures like mandatory cameras in new cars.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:42:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Israel is Losing America</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395303-israel-is-losing-america/?do=findComment&comment=20525616]]></link><description>Your A.I doesn't state that an agreement was ready to sign . That was the part I am contesting . Talks were ongoing and nothing had been agreed upon .</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:42:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Restaurants In Ban Chang / Rayong</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/194184-restaurants-in-ban-chang-rayong/?do=findComment&comment=20525615]]></link><description>New Indian restaurant opening soon on Buraphapat road, near the Buraphapat/Phala traffic lights, where Hair House used to be before they moved. A double unit, and it appears they will be doing Thai food and Indian food, it is called The Spice Nation. Supposedly opening end of this month but not sure of exact day yet.  They are active in the building, and the signs or on the windows, but the opening sign just says soon. We will see soon i guess.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:42:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cannabis Operation Busted in Bangkok, Four Vietnamese Arrested</title><link>https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/cannabis-operation-busted-in-bangkok-four-vietnamese-arrested-r2034/</link><description>Police have arrested four Vietnamese nationals at a warehouse in Bangkok's Bang Bon district, uncovering a cannabis processing operation aimed at European markets. The operation's immediate impact includes the cessation of unlicensed cannabis production, addressing community complaints about odors and noise.  Get today's headlines by email   The Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB), along with health officials, raided the two-storey facility on Bang Bon 5 Road following local grievances regarding persistent smells and disruptions. The warehouse was found to be producing cannabis bars from buds purchased from farms, an operation that reportedly began three months ago.  Three men and a woman, aged 39 to 51, were detained at the scene. The NSB commissioner, Pol Lt Gen Achayon Kraithong, revealed that the products sold for 22,000 baht per kilogram domestically, while fetching up to 100,000 baht per kilogram in Europe. A fifth suspect, believed to lead the scheme, was absent, as he was reportedly in Morocco to meet buyers.  The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine disclosed that officials seized 442 kg of cannabis buds, valued at approximately 13.3 million baht, during the raid. The suspects face charges for making cannabis products without a licence, which carry a maximum penalty of a one-year jail term and/or a fine of up to 20,000 baht.  Looking forward, authorities may further investigate the network to dismantle the broader operation. The unidentified suspect at large could be pivotal in uncovering international connections. Continued monitoring of similar illegal activities may prevent further incidents and enhance community safety.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Bangkok Post &#xB7; 27 May 2026</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/c1_3261744_260527151704_1200.jpg.e02d393eb8bbb48ee562c602b117f887.jpg" length="173984" type="image/jpeg"/><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:40:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cannabis Operation Busted in Bangkok, Four Vietnamese Arrested</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395525-cannabis-operation-busted-in-bangkok-four-vietnamese-arrested/?do=findComment&comment=20525614]]></link><description>Police have arrested four Vietnamese nationals at a warehouse in Bangkok's Bang Bon district, uncovering a cannabis processing operation aimed at European markets. The operation's immediate impact includes the cessation of unlicensed cannabis production, addressing community complaints about odors and noise.  Get today's headlines by email   The Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB), along with health officials, raided the two-storey facility on Bang Bon 5 Road following local grievances regarding persistent smells and disruptions. The warehouse was found to be producing cannabis bars from buds purchased from farms, an operation that reportedly began three months ago.  Three men and a woman, aged 39 to 51, were detained at the scene. The NSB commissioner, Pol Lt Gen Achayon Kraithong, revealed that the products sold for 22,000 baht per kilogram domestically, while fetching up to 100,000 baht per kilogram in Europe. A fifth suspect, believed to lead the scheme, was absent, as he was reportedly in Morocco to meet buyers.  The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine disclosed that officials seized 442 kg of cannabis buds, valued at approximately 13.3 million baht, during the raid. The suspects face charges for making cannabis products without a licence, which carry a maximum penalty of a one-year jail term and/or a fine of up to 20,000 baht.  Looking forward, authorities may further investigate the network to dismantle the broader operation. The unidentified suspect at large could be pivotal in uncovering international connections. Continued monitoring of similar illegal activities may prevent further incidents and enhance community safety.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Bangkok Post &#xB7; 27 May 2026 

 
View full article</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:40:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to setup SSA direct deposit to Bangkok Bank</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395338-how-to-setup-ssa-direct-deposit-to-bangkok-bank/?do=findComment&comment=20525613]]></link><description>My local BB wouldn't sign. I had to go to the branch that opened the account, they wouldn't sign either. This in CM.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:37:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Thaksin's Ankle Bracelet Stays, Confirms Justice Minister</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395443-thaksins-ankle-bracelet-stays-confirms-justice-minister/?do=findComment&comment=20525612]]></link><description>Look folks the only prison picture we ever saw of Tony was when he walked out of prison....And you can take it to the bank the only photo of the leg bracelet we will ever see (if even this) is the day they take it off....  So for all you who can't read between the lines....  Tony very likely was never in prison and he almost certainly is not wearing a leg braclet...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:37:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Myanmar Nationals Arrested for Child Labor in Bangkok</title><link>https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/myanmar-nationals-arrested-for-child-labor-in-bangkok-r2033/</link><description>Three Myanmar nationals were arrested in Bangkok for allegedly forcing a six-year-old boy to sell goods and abusing him when sales targets were not met. Police rescued the boy, who had a broken arm, and five other children from a residence in the Suan Luang district. The suspects, two women and a man, are accused of exploiting minors by forcing them to sell flowers and candy at various venues across the city.  Get today's headlines by email   Authorities allege the children worked daily from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. If sales targets were missed, the children faced beatings and starvation. The victims are believed to be from ethnic minority groups in Myanmar. The Bangkok Police Chief Pol Lt Gen Sayam Boonsom confirmed the arrests and rescue, emphasizing the severity of the situation.  This incident highlights ongoing issues of child exploitation and human trafficking in the region. Experts stress the need for increased vigilance and protective measures for vulnerable groups. Community and legal responses are crucial for preventing such exploitation and ensuring the welfare of affected children.  Moving forward, authorities plan to intensify efforts to tackle child exploitation. Investigations will continue to ensure such abuse is eradicated and perpetrators are punished. Legal action and support systems for victims remain priorities.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Bangkok Post &#xB7; 27 May 2026</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/c1_3261734_1200.png.98f99ae4fcb9e17eff276a2dd2c46c22.png" length="1192437" type="image/png"/><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:35:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Myanmar Nationals Arrested for Child Labor in Bangkok</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395524-myanmar-nationals-arrested-for-child-labor-in-bangkok/?do=findComment&comment=20525611]]></link><description>Three Myanmar nationals were arrested in Bangkok for allegedly forcing a six-year-old boy to sell goods and abusing him when sales targets were not met. Police rescued the boy, who had a broken arm, and five other children from a residence in the Suan Luang district. The suspects, two women and a man, are accused of exploiting minors by forcing them to sell flowers and candy at various venues across the city.  Get today's headlines by email   Authorities allege the children worked daily from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. If sales targets were missed, the children faced beatings and starvation. The victims are believed to be from ethnic minority groups in Myanmar. The Bangkok Police Chief Pol Lt Gen Sayam Boonsom confirmed the arrests and rescue, emphasizing the severity of the situation.  This incident highlights ongoing issues of child exploitation and human trafficking in the region. Experts stress the need for increased vigilance and protective measures for vulnerable groups. Community and legal responses are crucial for preventing such exploitation and ensuring the welfare of affected children.  Moving forward, authorities plan to intensify efforts to tackle child exploitation. Investigations will continue to ensure such abuse is eradicated and perpetrators are punished. Legal action and support systems for victims remain priorities.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Bangkok Post &#xB7; 27 May 2026 

 
View full article</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:35:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tony Blair: Labor is drifting and has no Proper Plan for the UK</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395487-tony-blair-labor-is-drifting-and-has-no-proper-plan-for-the-uk/?do=findComment&comment=20525610]]></link><description>Blair is as bad as Trump a proven liar !!</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:34:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chinese Tourist Held After Cars Damaged in Chiang Mai</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395474-chinese-tourist-held-after-cars-damaged-in-chiang-mai/?do=findComment&comment=20525609]]></link><description>Thai women are completely normal and sane compared to mainland Chinese women, can tell you from firsthand experience that Chinese chicks are more crazy, and per capita as well.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:33:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Never have I objectified women: But...have =you=?</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395261-never-have-i-objectified-women-buthave-you/?do=findComment&comment=20525608]]></link><description>the ultimate "</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:32:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Nonthaburi Family's Death Linked to Carbon Monoxide</title><link>https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/nonthaburi-familys-death-linked-to-carbon-monoxide-r2032/</link><description>In the Bang Bua Thong district of Nonthaburi, a tragic discovery was made this morning. A husband, wife, and their seven-year-old daughter were found dead in their townhouse, with authorities suspecting carbon monoxide poisoning. A charcoal oven was discovered in their bedroom, pointing towards accidental poisoning as the likely cause.  Get today's headlines by email   olice were alerted around 9:40 a.m. and collaborated with forensic experts from the Central Institute of Forensic Science and forensic officers for a scene investigation. The victims, a 31-year-old man employed as a civil engineering technician, his 32-year-old wife who was a legal officer, and their daughter, were found on their bed in a second-floor bedroom. Despite the air conditioning still running, a burnt-out clay stove was found at the foot of their bed. No signs of struggle or break-in were evident.  Concerns arose when the wife did not show up for work nor respond to calls, prompting a colleague to visit their home. After noticing unusual circumstances, she contacted the police, leading to the grim discovery. The bodies have been sent for a detailed post-mortem to confirm the cause of death.  Authorities continue to gather evidence at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and experts stress the importance of proper ventilation when using charcoal indoors to prevent such tragedies.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Thai PBS &#xB7; 27 May 2026</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/16_9_bba48392b5.png.ac0cca082f0adfac3f82d2bd88708f65.png" length="798167" type="image/png"/><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:30:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Nonthaburi Family's Death Linked to Carbon Monoxide</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395523-nonthaburi-familys-death-linked-to-carbon-monoxide/?do=findComment&comment=20525607]]></link><description>In the Bang Bua Thong district of Nonthaburi, a tragic discovery was made this morning. A husband, wife, and their seven-year-old daughter were found dead in their townhouse, with authorities suspecting carbon monoxide poisoning. A charcoal oven was discovered in their bedroom, pointing towards accidental poisoning as the likely cause.  Get today's headlines by email   olice were alerted around 9:40 a.m. and collaborated with forensic experts from the Central Institute of Forensic Science and forensic officers for a scene investigation. The victims, a 31-year-old man employed as a civil engineering technician, his 32-year-old wife who was a legal officer, and their daughter, were found on their bed in a second-floor bedroom. Despite the air conditioning still running, a burnt-out clay stove was found at the foot of their bed. No signs of struggle or break-in were evident.  Concerns arose when the wife did not show up for work nor respond to calls, prompting a colleague to visit their home. After noticing unusual circumstances, she contacted the police, leading to the grim discovery. The bodies have been sent for a detailed post-mortem to confirm the cause of death.  Authorities continue to gather evidence at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and experts stress the importance of proper ventilation when using charcoal indoors to prevent such tragedies.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Thai PBS &#xB7; 27 May 2026 

 
View full article</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:30:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Andrew Drummond and Adam Howell</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395037-andrew-drummond-and-adam-howell/?do=findComment&comment=20525604]]></link><description>The law says a person selling sex for money is illegal as that is prostitution. Not that it makes much difference in Thailand, unless you are foreign Ai Prostitution is officially illegal in Thailand, though the law is widely under-enforced, and the industry is broadly tolerated as a significant part of the economy  I don't think Wikipedia is right when it claims it is</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:24:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Trump shares Obama &#x2018;prison&#x2019; image in explosive escalation</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395275-trump-shares-obama-prison-image-in-explosive-escalation/?do=findComment&comment=20525603]]></link><description>here we go again with the the B/S again Quote "someone being jailed for 10 years for misdemeanor trespass" Nobody serves 10 years in jail strictly for a misdemeanor trespass, as the statutory maximum sentence for a misdemeanor is universally capped at one year or less. Anyone receiving a 10-year prison sentence was convicted of a felony&#x2014;such as aggravated trespass, burglary, or repeat offenses Words Matter !!</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:24:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Roi Et Police Confiscate Counterfeit Starbucks</title><link>https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/roi-et-police-confiscate-counterfeit-starbucks-r2031/</link><description>Police in Roi Et province have confiscated over 400 counterfeit items, including 104 fake Starbucks coffee drinks and 20 imitation Starbucks cups, valued at more than 1 million baht. The Economic Crime Suppression Division, with the Department of Intellectual Property, carried out the raid in Mueang Roi Et district after receiving a tip-off about intellectual property violations.  Get today's headlines by email   A 25-year-old woman was apprehended and admitted to possessing the counterfeit goods. She faces charges linked to selling fake trademarked items. In addition to Starbucks products, the haul comprised 75 Chanel bags, 125 Longchamp bags, 80 Louis Vuitton bags, and 4 RIMOWA bags.  All items and the suspect were handed over to the local police for further legal action. Officials are urging consumers to be wary of suspiciously cheap products, highlighting health risks associated with counterfeit food-contact items.  Experts caution that these fake goods are often made with inferior materials, posing dangers to consumers' health. Authorities emphasize the importance of purchasing from reputable sources to avoid such risks. Moving forward, increased efforts in monitoring and enforcement are anticipated to curb the distribution of counterfeit goods in the region.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Khaosod &#xB7; 27 May 2026</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/page300-1-1024x576.jpg.4786235bc6431ad8c8cf1efe5145a73f.jpg" length="148048" type="image/jpeg"/><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:24:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Roi Et Police Confiscate Counterfeit Starbucks</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395520-roi-et-police-confiscate-counterfeit-starbucks/?do=findComment&comment=20525602]]></link><description>Police in Roi Et province have confiscated over 400 counterfeit items, including 104 fake Starbucks coffee drinks and 20 imitation Starbucks cups, valued at more than 1 million baht. The Economic Crime Suppression Division, with the Department of Intellectual Property, carried out the raid in Mueang Roi Et district after receiving a tip-off about intellectual property violations.  Get today's headlines by email   A 25-year-old woman was apprehended and admitted to possessing the counterfeit goods. She faces charges linked to selling fake trademarked items. In addition to Starbucks products, the haul comprised 75 Chanel bags, 125 Longchamp bags, 80 Louis Vuitton bags, and 4 RIMOWA bags.  All items and the suspect were handed over to the local police for further legal action. Officials are urging consumers to be wary of suspiciously cheap products, highlighting health risks associated with counterfeit food-contact items.  Experts caution that these fake goods are often made with inferior materials, posing dangers to consumers' health. Authorities emphasize the importance of purchasing from reputable sources to avoid such risks. Moving forward, increased efforts in monitoring and enforcement are anticipated to curb the distribution of counterfeit goods in the region.  Join the discussion?   Already a member?     Adapted by ASEAN Now &#xB7; Khaosod &#xB7; 27 May 2026 

 
View full article</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:24:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Your advice on transferring monthly amounts here by WISE</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395304-your-advice-on-transferring-monthly-amounts-here-by-wise/?do=findComment&comment=20525601]]></link><description>the last question you have to answer before you enter your password is Will you require proof of international transfer  yes/no</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:23:37 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
