https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenLooking for teenage mutant turtlesTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:24:34 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/krabi-governor-leads-villa-raid-over-spanish-nominee-probe-r2145/Authorities in Krabi have searched a pool villa on a 2.5-rai plot of land amid allegations that Thai nominees were used to hold property on behalf of foreign investors. The operation was led on June 2 by Krabi Governor Angkoon Silathevakul and Pol. Maj. Gen. Sukkasem Nakhonwilai, commander of Krabi Provincial Police, alongside police, provincial administration officials and other agencies. Get today's headlines by email The raid targeted a villa in Moo 7, Nong Thale subdistrict, Mueang Krabi district, following an investigation by Krabi’s task force on offences involving foreign business ownership through nominee arrangements. Officials believe the case may involve violations linked to the use of Thai nationals as nominees for foreign interests. Investigators did not locate the company’s owners during the search. Examination of land ownership documents found that the property is held under the name of a private company whose directors and controlling parties include two Spanish nationals and one Thai national. Authorities said the company’s structure may constitute the use of Thai shareholders acting on behalf of foreigners to circumvent legal restrictions, potentially classifying it as a foreign entity under Thailand’s Land Code, which prohibits foreign ownership of land. Officials have instructed Krabi Land Office personnel to file a complaint with investigators at Ao Nang Police Station. Authorities will seek to identify and summon those involved to acknowledge the allegations and face legal proceedings. Further inspection found that the villa had been operating as a daily rental property for foreign tourists without a hotel licence as required under the Hotel Act 2004. The property reportedly required a minimum stay of three nights and charged 60,000 baht, while having operated in this manner for approximately three years. Authorities are also examining whether the villa complied with reporting requirements for foreign guests under Section 38 of the Immigration Act 1979. Officials said a detailed review will determine whether further legal action is warranted. Governor Angkoon said authorities have already searched six other businesses suspected of nominee ownership arrangements. These include accommodation businesses, hotels, restaurants, a zoo and a cannabis cultivation facility, all of which remain subject to ongoing legal action. Matichon reported that the investigation forms part of a wider review of foreign-linked businesses in the province. According to information from the Department of Business Development, there are 401 companies in Krabi with foreign participation that authorities intend to examine. Pictures courtesy of Matichon Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 3 June 2026Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:23:13 +0000Authorities in Krabi have searched a pool villa on a 2.5-rai plot of land amid allegations that Thai nominees were used to hold property on behalf of foreign investors. The operation was led on June 2 by Krabi Governor Angkoon Silathevakul and Pol. Maj. Gen. Sukkasem Nakhonwilai, commander of Krabi Provincial Police, alongside police, provincial administration officials and other agencies. Get today's headlines by email The raid targeted a villa in Moo 7, Nong Thale subdistrict, Mueang Krabi district, following an investigation by Krabi’s task force on offences involving foreign business ownership through nominee arrangements. Officials believe the case may involve violations linked to the use of Thai nationals as nominees for foreign interests. Investigators did not locate the company’s owners during the search. Examination of land ownership documents found that the property is held under the name of a private company whose directors and controlling parties include two Spanish nationals and one Thai national. Authorities said the company’s structure may constitute the use of Thai shareholders acting on behalf of foreigners to circumvent legal restrictions, potentially classifying it as a foreign entity under Thailand’s Land Code, which prohibits foreign ownership of land. Officials have instructed Krabi Land Office personnel to file a complaint with investigators at Ao Nang Police Station. Authorities will seek to identify and summon those involved to acknowledge the allegations and face legal proceedings. Further inspection found that the villa had been operating as a daily rental property for foreign tourists without a hotel licence as required under the Hotel Act 2004. The property reportedly required a minimum stay of three nights and charged 60,000 baht, while having operated in this manner for approximately three years. Authorities are also examining whether the villa complied with reporting requirements for foreign guests under Section 38 of the Immigration Act 1979. Officials said a detailed review will determine whether further legal action is warranted. Governor Angkoon said authorities have already searched six other businesses suspected of nominee ownership arrangements. These include accommodation businesses, hotels, restaurants, a zoo and a cannabis cultivation facility, all of which remain subject to ongoing legal action. Matichon reported that the investigation forms part of a wider review of foreign-linked businesses in the province. According to information from the Department of Business Development, there are 401 companies in Krabi with foreign participation that authorities intend to examine. Pictures courtesy of Matichon Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:23:13 +0000One thing is for sure (and probably the reason, why almost all the Pro Israel BMs are very quiet now) The true face of Israel has been exposed. And despite they still desperately try, no mass media and no politician is able to make unseen, what the world has witnessed. What sickens me is the deafening silence of all the politicians and celebrities who usually have a opinion about everybody and everything, even if they don´t know what they are talking about. Is it so difficult to just admit, that they were siding with the wrong country because they were misinformed?Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:22:59 +0000So war it us then. The US still expects absolute surrender but Iran has the cards... And Trump keeps saying it's over.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:20:06 +0000More losing for CanadaTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:20:02 +0000Yes that's obvious... however the OP seems driven by need for Thai Bank account on this 5.5 month visit and yet states won't retire in Thailand for couple of years. The Non O-A has some requirements .... insurance and even the medical not as straight forward as in the past. Some clinics requiring blood tests etc. Also background check (police check) All for a stay of under 6 months. Yes it's an option however the OP parameters could be less narrow. I would ditch the bank account for nowTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:11:42 +0000Or I am appointing -- as a Part-time job in addition to his full-time job -- one of the few people around who knows less about Intelligence as I do https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116680659724813616Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:11:27 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/chinese-man-thai-wife-arrested-over-etomidate-vape-trade-r2144/Police in Chiang Mai have arrested a Chinese man and his Thai wife for allegedly selling etomidate-laced vape products, known locally as “pod K”, to customers at entertainment venues in the city. Authorities said the operation was part of a wider crackdown on drugs and entertainment venues, with officials warning that those involved face prison sentences of 10 to 15 years. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were announced on 2 June at the CCOC (Command and Control Operation Centre) operations room of Provincial Police Region 5 in Chiang Mai. The case was presented by Pol Lt Gen Kritthapol Yeesakorn, Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 5, and Chiang Mai Governor Ratthaphon Naradisorn. According to police, the suspects admitted importing the substance from China for use in vape products. Investigators said the products contained etomidate, described as a new type of narcotic mixed into electronic cigarettes. The suspects reportedly told officers they had been selling the products since April, around two months before their arrest, and were making profits of more than five times their costs. Pol Lt Gen Kritthapol said the arrests followed an ongoing campaign to suppress drug trafficking and tighten controls on entertainment venues throughout the region. He stated that the drug causes users to display behaviour similar to “zombies” and is difficult to treat. He added that those convicted of selling the substance face prison terms of between 10 and 15 years. Governor Ratthaphon described the drug as expensive but warned that falling prices could increase the risk of wider use among children and young people. He said any entertainment venue operators found to be involved would face legal action. Authorities further warned that businesses linked to the trade could be ordered to close and face asset seizures under existing laws and government policy. The case forms part of broader efforts by officials to tackle drug-related activity in entertainment districts across Chiang Mai. Matichon reported that investigators are continuing legal proceedings against the suspects while authorities examine whether any venue operators or additional individuals were involved in the distribution network. Police also confirmed that the Chinese suspect’s passport and permission to stay, had not expired at the time of the arrest. Picture courtesy of Matichon Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 3 June 2026Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:07:14 +0000Police in Chiang Mai have arrested a Chinese man and his Thai wife for allegedly selling etomidate-laced vape products, known locally as “pod K”, to customers at entertainment venues in the city. Authorities said the operation was part of a wider crackdown on drugs and entertainment venues, with officials warning that those involved face prison sentences of 10 to 15 years. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were announced on 2 June at the CCOC (Command and Control Operation Centre) operations room of Provincial Police Region 5 in Chiang Mai. The case was presented by Pol Lt Gen Kritthapol Yeesakorn, Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 5, and Chiang Mai Governor Ratthaphon Naradisorn. According to police, the suspects admitted importing the substance from China for use in vape products. Investigators said the products contained etomidate, described as a new type of narcotic mixed into electronic cigarettes. The suspects reportedly told officers they had been selling the products since April, around two months before their arrest, and were making profits of more than five times their costs. Pol Lt Gen Kritthapol said the arrests followed an ongoing campaign to suppress drug trafficking and tighten controls on entertainment venues throughout the region. He stated that the drug causes users to display behaviour similar to “zombies” and is difficult to treat. He added that those convicted of selling the substance face prison terms of between 10 and 15 years. Governor Ratthaphon described the drug as expensive but warned that falling prices could increase the risk of wider use among children and young people. He said any entertainment venue operators found to be involved would face legal action. Authorities further warned that businesses linked to the trade could be ordered to close and face asset seizures under existing laws and government policy. The case forms part of broader efforts by officials to tackle drug-related activity in entertainment districts across Chiang Mai. Matichon reported that investigators are continuing legal proceedings against the suspects while authorities examine whether any venue operators or additional individuals were involved in the distribution network. Police also confirmed that the Chinese suspect’s passport and permission to stay, had not expired at the time of the arrest. Picture courtesy of Matichon Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:07:14 +0000New York City police are investigating a series of incidents after videos surfaced showing groups of men climbing into and out of the city's sewer network in Brooklyn and Queens. Get today's headlines by email Authorities believe the individuals may be searching for valuables beneath the streets, according to US media reports citing police sources. Investigators have not confirmed whether the same group is involved in all of the cases. Surveillance Footage Raises QuestionsSeveral videos recorded in recent weeks show men removing manhole covers before descending into the sewer system. In one clip, a group is seen entering through a manhole and emerging several hours later. The unusual activity has prompted an ongoing police investigation as officials work to identify those involved and determine their motives. Police Respond to ReportsLast week, officers received reports of unidentified individuals lifting manhole covers and entering the sewer system. According to the New York Police Department, the suspects later left the area in an unidentified vehicle. “The individuals then fled the location in an unknown vehicle to parts unknown,” the department told the BBC. Police said no injuries were reported. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active. Officials Warn of Serious RisksCity officials stressed that entering the sewer network is both unlawful and highly dangerous. A spokesperson for New York City's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) warned that sewers contain a range of hazards, including toxic gases, unstable surfaces, flooding dangers and confined spaces that can quickly become life-threatening. The department urged members of the public not to enter any sewer-related infrastructure, including pipes, drains, catch basins, manholes or outfalls. ‘Treasure Hunters’ SuspectedPolice sources told CBS News that the men seen in the videos are believed to be urban explorers or self-described “treasure hunters” searching for valuables that may have ended up in the sewer system. Authorities have not publicly confirmed that theory, and investigators are continuing to examine the incidents. If identified and arrested, the individuals could face burglary-related charges. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:04:10 +0000Probably an engineer tooTue, 02 Jun 2026 22:03:51 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/couple-forced-teens-into-karaoke-brothel-in-sattahip-r2143/Police in Sattahip, Chonburi, have arrested a former husband and wife for running a karaoke venue where two 16-year-old girls were forced into prostitution. The arrests took place on 2 June 2026, following an investigation by the Central Investigation Bureau’s Anti-Human Trafficking Division (ECD). Officers also rescued two teenage victims, identified only as Ms A and Ms B, who are now receiving welfare protection and psychological rehabilitation. Get today's headlines by email The victims told police that in 2024, when they were just 15 years old, they were invited to travel to Pattaya. They were then persuaded to work at a karaoke shop in Sattahip district. The male suspect, Mr Niwat, aged 37, drove them to the venue in a pickup truck. The karaoke shop operated from 5pm until 3am, sometimes staying open until dawn depending on customers. Inside the air-conditioned shop, customers used coin-operated karaoke machines. The process for buying sex involved drinking first, then negotiating a fee. Customers paid the female suspect, Ms Skulnacha, aged 43, either by bank transfer or cash at the shop. Victims were then taken to a nearby resort to provide sexual services. Each transaction cost the customer 1,500 baht, of which 300 baht went to the shop and the victims kept 1,200 baht. Ms Skulnacha collected the money and paid it as monthly wages at the end of each month, with an additional 200 baht deducted for utilities. Pictures courtesy of Thaitabloid Police discovered that both suspects had previously been arrested for human trafficking. Despite having separated, they remained in the Sattahip area, with Ms Skulnacha still running the same karaoke shop. Officers arrested her at the premises in Moo 4, Sattahip subdistrict. Of more than 20 staff checked, all were over 18. Mr Niwat was not present initially but was captured after police staked out the shop late that night when he arrived to check on it. Thaitabloid reported that Ms Skulnacha confessed to all charges. Mr Niwat denied the allegations, claiming that although he found girls and transported them to work at the shop, he did not know prostitution took place there. Both have been handed to investigators at ECD Division 2 for further legal action. AQP5wnc2HJsseI3cxFYE9hqXPPG7Bn7q9CcYnVpj2YfywnpV6kq67QHGh2WhQwkJUY3z3KD_pP8XKtdI2bkk7NbJaa_3nd-wERdn3zWhQQ.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 3 June 2026Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:57:16 +0000Police in Sattahip, Chonburi, have arrested a former husband and wife for running a karaoke venue where two 16-year-old girls were forced into prostitution. The arrests took place on 2 June 2026, following an investigation by the Central Investigation Bureau’s Anti-Human Trafficking Division (ECD). Officers also rescued two teenage victims, identified only as Ms A and Ms B, who are now receiving welfare protection and psychological rehabilitation. Get today's headlines by email The victims told police that in 2024, when they were just 15 years old, they were invited to travel to Pattaya. They were then persuaded to work at a karaoke shop in Sattahip district. The male suspect, Mr Niwat, aged 37, drove them to the venue in a pickup truck. The karaoke shop operated from 5pm until 3am, sometimes staying open until dawn depending on customers. Inside the air-conditioned shop, customers used coin-operated karaoke machines. The process for buying sex involved drinking first, then negotiating a fee. Customers paid the female suspect, Ms Skulnacha, aged 43, either by bank transfer or cash at the shop. Victims were then taken to a nearby resort to provide sexual services. Each transaction cost the customer 1,500 baht, of which 300 baht went to the shop and the victims kept 1,200 baht. Ms Skulnacha collected the money and paid it as monthly wages at the end of each month, with an additional 200 baht deducted for utilities. Pictures courtesy of Thaitabloid Police discovered that both suspects had previously been arrested for human trafficking. Despite having separated, they remained in the Sattahip area, with Ms Skulnacha still running the same karaoke shop. Officers arrested her at the premises in Moo 4, Sattahip subdistrict. Of more than 20 staff checked, all were over 18. Mr Niwat was not present initially but was captured after police staked out the shop late that night when he arrived to check on it. Thaitabloid reported that Ms Skulnacha confessed to all charges. Mr Niwat denied the allegations, claiming that although he found girls and transported them to work at the shop, he did not know prostitution took place there. Both have been handed to investigators at ECD Division 2 for further legal action. AQP5wnc2HJsseI3cxFYE9hqXPPG7Bn7q9CcYnVpj2YfywnpV6kq67QHGh2WhQwkJUY3z3KD_pP8XKtdI2bkk7NbJaa_3nd-wERdn3zWhQQ.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:57:16 +0000A senior Iranian military official has said that renewed conflict between Iran and the United States is unavoidable unless Tehran accepts Washington’s demands, as diplomatic efforts between the two countries appear to have reached an impasse. Get today's headlines by email Mohammad Jafar Assadi, deputy head of Iran’s central military command, Khatam al-Anbiya, said the United States was seeking Iran’s complete capitulation and that such a demand would never be accepted by the Iranian people. “The United States demands our total surrender, and the Iranian nation will never surrender,” Assadi said. ‘War Is Inevitable’Assadi argued that if Iran refuses to yield to U.S. demands, armed conflict would be unavoidable. “Without surrender, war is inevitable,” he said. Rising TensionsThe remarks come as negotiations between Tehran and Washington appear to be losing momentum, raising concerns about a further deterioration in relations between the two longtime adversaries. The comments are among the strongest public warnings from a senior Iranian military figure in recent months and underscore growing tensions as diplomatic efforts struggle to make progress. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Compiled from various sources. 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:56:37 +0000Your observations are valid and consistent with what I've been observing over a 20 year period: at a minimum, there is a decline in manners. Some of the comments here are valid but others are out of line and accuse those who have legitimate feedback as "Thai haters". Someone who wants to talk about their experiences on an online forum is not automatically disgruntled or a Thai hater; and no, foreigners don't have to accept rude behaviour by locals. It appears that as soon as a foreigner gives negative feedback, they are either ridiculed by overzealous people who think they must protect Thai-ness, even if it is wrong. There is no reason to put legitimate commentators in their place because they don't ga-ga all over Thailand and don't accept every bit of nonsense in this country. In my view, foreigners used to be exotic and somewhat of an attraction. When I first came to Thailand with my Thai wife and 6 month old son, my wife stopped at a fast food place in Bangkok. As soon as we sat down, a group of female employees ran excitedly from behind the counter to our table, smiling and talking. They were solely fixated on my 6 month old son. After briefly addressing my wife, one of the women grabbed my son and held him up in the air as if he was Jesus. The woman and her entourage whisked my son away behind the counter. When I asked my wife whether they were friends of hers, she just smiled and said: "No". She loved the attention because 20 years ago, a half-Thai-farang child was a novelty. When they vanished into the back room, I got concerned. I saw one of the women dangle my son, similar to what Michael Jackson did to his son in 2002, above the boiling hot-oil vat where they were frying chicken and fries. The other Thai females tried to grab him while he was in the air - not because they were concerned he'd fall into the boiling oil but because everyone wanted a turn at holding him. I therefore ran into the kitchen area and retrieved my son. Their mind-blowingly dumb behaviour was putting my son in mortal danger. When I returned to the table, my wife was still smiling but let me know afterwards that I had embarrassed her. Really? What if he had slipped through the woman's hands and into the boiling oil? Would she still be smiling? Absolutely, no brains! There are two extreme sides to this experience: ONE. it happened quite often back then that a complete stranger (female) would approach my wife and ask to hold our son and ask for tips how to meet a farang. In one bizarre case, a Thai friend of my wife asked her for permission to conceive a child with me. Her much older farang husband was too old to conceive children (or maybe he didn't want one - I never asked). Either way, I declined in disgust. My then wife tried to convince me that it was "OK" and "normal". She was proud that someone wanted me to father a child with their friend ☹️. If that wasn't bizarre enough, the old farang husband wouldn't have minded had I impregnated his wife. Yuck! Whether Hua Hin, Pattaya or Bangkok, as soon as our infant son was with us, we were the center of attention. Only 20 years ago, we / he was the epitome of a Thai-farang union. TWO. The scenarios above (holding an infant above boiling oil and my own wife encouraging me to be a sperm donor) shows a clear lack of rational thinking without contemplating the consequences of their actions, desires and whatever nonsense goes through peoples' heads. These two extremes above no longer occur. Mainly because Thais have moved on from the farang-craze they used to experience. They probably realised that many farangs are not the gods we were once thought to be. I just have to look at the 5 bald and overweight Brits in torn muscle shirts that I see on a regular basis having a beer on the main road when I drive past. They seem to be wearing the same shirt since 2025 🐽. Thai people rarely smile nowadays. Hardly anyone does the wai greeting to me and I'm constantly interrupted and talked over. Just yesterday, a stranger came onto my property uninvited and sat down in my garden. My wife asked him whether he was here to collect the dogs. The man just ignored my wife and stared at me - so I stared back. This wouldn't have happened 20 years ago. We bought this property recently and the caretaker who overstayed had problems rounding up her dogs. So, she brought a vet along to tranquilize the animals. But he just sat there staring at me. Was it jealousy or did he have a stroke? I don't know. My Thai wasn't sufficient to ask. When I walked closer to speak to the former caretaker, he still just kept on staring at me. No wai, no hello, just rude staring. Being the oldest guy there, according to Thai customs, younger people should initiate the wai. According to Thai customs, the wai is not conditional upon me being a Thai citizen. In contrast, a few weeks ago a Thai woman in her mid-seventies introduced herself to my wife and I as she knew the previous owners of the property before they passed away. She smiled, maintained eye contact with my wife and I, and although I'm not a Thai speaker, her behaviour encouraged calm and smiles in return. Because she'd done the correct thing, I invited her to come around anytime once we've settled in. As I've written in numerous posts before, the "land of smiles" is fake, it's over and even 20 years ago, most smiles were linked to making money or getting something in return from the recipient of the smile. My previous and my current wife truly believe in the "smile" thing and they really want to avoid confrontation (kreng jai). They go to extremes to play a role that most Thais were indoctrinated with: happy, wealthy, healthy...but they no longer believe in. Thailand is subjected to more and more reality and liberal thinking from tourists and media as well as from Thai citizens who have lived overseas and have shed their Thai values. For example, when I asked my former Thai wife something about Thai culture, she barked at me: "How would I know. I left Thailand when I was 18". My two adult Thai children live overseas and want nothing to do with Thailand, and my current wife's children, who have never left Thailand, don't act like traditional Thais from 20 years ago. My step daughter recently engaged in criticizing the builder who built a new bathroom in our house with never-ending sewage smell. Instead of engaging with her own daughter and agreeing with her (because she was right), my wife and my step-daughter's husband went silent and looked away in shame. While kreng jai had a purpose to keep the population in check, I see more and more Thais thinking liberally and possibly questioning their existence and daily lives. My children do that and so do my step-children. I'm not upset if a 7-Eleven low-wage worker doesn't smile at me. But often, when I do smile first, they smile back. What I don't like is when a shmuck comes onto my property and ignores my wife and incessantly stares at me. Thailand is moving forward and change is coming. Hopefully good change.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:51:18 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/foreign-tourist-enters-phuket-property-police-intervene-r2142/A foreign tourist was detained by police after allegedly entering a private property, attempting to take items left outside a home, and causing disturbances in a residential area of Phuket on June 1. The incident alarmed local residents and prompted police intervention after reports of disruptive behaviour. Get today's headlines by email The case came to public attention when a Thai homeowner shared video footage on Facebook showing two police officers confronting the foreign man outside her house. Posting under the account Kim-Kat Kapyatorn, the woman alleged that the tourist entered her property without permission and attempted to take belongings from outside the residence. According to the homeowner, the man suddenly sat outside her home before banging on the door. She claimed he tried to take a raincoat and a motorcycle helmet left outside and expressed concern that her motorcycle could also have been stolen had the key been left nearby. The woman said she attempted to drive the man away but was unsuccessful. She remained concerned for her safety as the man reportedly ignored requests to leave and continued to stay on the property. Police arrived shortly afterwards and confronted the tourist outside the house. Video footage shared online showed the foreign man wearing only orange shorts while sitting on the ground. Officers were seen searching his backpack, and one officer appeared to be holding the man’s passport while speaking with him. According to the homeowner, she did not contact police herself. Employees at a nearby 7-Eleven convenience store had reportedly alerted authorities after the same individual allegedly caused a disturbance there before arriving at her home. Pictures and video courtesy of Phuketinsta At one stage during the encounter, the foreigner lay down on the ground in front of the officers. The audio in the video did not clearly capture the conversation between police and the man. Police later escorted the tourist away for further questioning. No injuries were reported, although the homeowner said she was left shaken by the incident. Authorities have not released the man’s identity, nationality, or details of any charges that may be filed. Police have also not determined whether alcohol, drugs, or a medical condition contributed to the man’s behaviour. The circumstances surrounding the disturbance remain under investigation. Authorities are continuing their inquiries and have urged residents and tourists to report suspicious or disruptive behaviour promptly to help maintain public safety. 1356047152139452534.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Phuketinsta 3 June 2026Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:44:26 +0000A foreign tourist was detained by police after allegedly entering a private property, attempting to take items left outside a home, and causing disturbances in a residential area of Phuket on June 1. The incident alarmed local residents and prompted police intervention after reports of disruptive behaviour. Get today's headlines by email The case came to public attention when a Thai homeowner shared video footage on Facebook showing two police officers confronting the foreign man outside her house. Posting under the account Kim-Kat Kapyatorn, the woman alleged that the tourist entered her property without permission and attempted to take belongings from outside the residence. According to the homeowner, the man suddenly sat outside her home before banging on the door. She claimed he tried to take a raincoat and a motorcycle helmet left outside and expressed concern that her motorcycle could also have been stolen had the key been left nearby. The woman said she attempted to drive the man away but was unsuccessful. She remained concerned for her safety as the man reportedly ignored requests to leave and continued to stay on the property. Police arrived shortly afterwards and confronted the tourist outside the house. Video footage shared online showed the foreign man wearing only orange shorts while sitting on the ground. Officers were seen searching his backpack, and one officer appeared to be holding the man’s passport while speaking with him. According to the homeowner, she did not contact police herself. Employees at a nearby 7-Eleven convenience store had reportedly alerted authorities after the same individual allegedly caused a disturbance there before arriving at her home. Pictures and video courtesy of Phuketinsta At one stage during the encounter, the foreigner lay down on the ground in front of the officers. The audio in the video did not clearly capture the conversation between police and the man. Police later escorted the tourist away for further questioning. No injuries were reported, although the homeowner said she was left shaken by the incident. Authorities have not released the man’s identity, nationality, or details of any charges that may be filed. Police have also not determined whether alcohol, drugs, or a medical condition contributed to the man’s behaviour. The circumstances surrounding the disturbance remain under investigation. Authorities are continuing their inquiries and have urged residents and tourists to report suspicious or disruptive behaviour promptly to help maintain public safety. 1356047152139452534.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Phuketinsta 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:44:26 +0000More offences coming to light now about the Sikh killer. It appears he was known to the police and arrested for stealing over a thousand pounds worth of ceromonial knives from the Sikh temple in Southampton he was not charged with the offence. Sikh elders warned the police Digwa was a pathological liar and he was banned from the temple. The Police did nothing and ignored the warning Digwa was obsessed with knives. We also do not know how long it was before digwa's brother phoned the Police to report the incident.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:41:51 +0000President Donald Trump has appointed Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard, who is due to leave the position on June 30. Get today's headlines by email Trump announced the decision on Tuesday, saying Pulte would continue to lead the FHFA while also remaining chairman of mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The move places a housing finance official with no apparent intelligence background at the helm of the U.S. intelligence community, at least on an interim basis. Dual Roles to ContinueIn announcing the appointment, Trump highlighted Pulte's experience overseeing the U.S. housing finance system and managing the government-backed mortgage giants. Trump said Pulte had handled some of the country's most sensitive financial responsibilities, pointing to his oversight of more than $10 trillion in assets tied to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The president also praised what he described as growth in the value of the two institutions during Pulte's tenure. Pulte will continue serving in his existing positions while carrying out the duties of acting director of national intelligence. Scrutiny Over Previous InvestigationsPulte is best known within the administration for initiating investigations into several figures viewed by Trump as political opponents. Those inquiries focused on allegations of mortgage fraud and potential misuse of authority. Among those targeted were Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, New York Attorney General Letitia James, Democratic Senator Adam Schiff and former Representative Eric Swalwell. All have denied any wrongdoing. At one point, the Department of Justice examined whether Pulte and members of his team had interfered with ongoing investigations. No allegations of wrongdoing were brought against Pulte. Gabbard's DepartureGabbard announced last month that she would step down from her role because of her husband's battle with bone cancer. Following her resignation announcement, Trump praised her performance as director of national intelligence, describing her work as "incredible" and saying the administration would miss her. The president had previously indicated that Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence Aaron Lukas would take over as acting DNI after Gabbard's departure. However, Tuesday's announcement confirmed that Pulte would instead assume the position on an interim basis. Senate Approval Needed for Permanent RolePulte's appointment is temporary. Should Trump decide to nominate him to serve as director of national intelligence on a permanent basis, the nomination would require confirmation by the U.S. Senate. The appointment marks an unexpected shift in leadership for the intelligence community as the administration prepares for Gabbard's departure at the end of the month. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:38:59 +0000Buttigieg is such an empty suit.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:38:13 +0000SongsTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:36:57 +0000PraiseTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:36:24 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/cambodia-launches-unclos-process-over-gulf-dispute-r2141/Cambodia has formally notified the United Nations and the Thai government that it has begun a process of compulsory conciliation under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to address the long-running maritime boundary dispute in the Gulf of Thailand. The move follows Thailand’s unilateral decision last month to cancel the Memorandum of Understanding 44 (MOU 44), which had served as the main framework for negotiations over overlapping continental shelf claims. Get today's headlines by email The Thai government, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, revoked MOU 44 as part of a campaign pledge made ahead of the February election. The decision came amid rising nationalist sentiment following military clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border during the past year. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet announced on national broadcaster TVK that Cambodia had submitted a formal request to the UN Secretary-General to initiate the conciliation process under UNCLOS. He stated: “We are taking this important step to protect Cambodia’s sovereignty and maritime rights under international law. Both Cambodia and Thailand stand to benefit from a fair and sustainable settlement under the guidance of world-class experts.” The disputed maritime area is believed to contain significant oil and natural gas reserves. Thailand’s Ministry of Energy has estimated the resources to be worth more than US$300 billion. Efforts to develop the area have long been complicated by disagreements over maritime boundaries and an 800-kilometre land border dispute dating back to the French colonial era. Relations between the two countries remain strained following armed clashes along the border in July and December last year. The fighting resulted in multiple fatalities and the occupation of certain areas. Although a ceasefire agreement was reached in December, both sides have continued to accuse each other of violating the arrangement. Cambodia has called on Thailand to withdraw troops and has criticised damage to a stone temple during the conflict. Under UNCLOS, compulsory conciliation allows an independent panel of experts to examine the dispute and provide recommendations for resolving it. However, the panel’s conclusions are not legally binding on either party. Instead, the process is intended to provide a neutral and internationally recognised framework for future negotiations. ThaiRath reported that Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not issued any official response to Cambodia’s latest move. PM Anutin Charnvirakul speaking on June 2 dismissed the statement, stating that there is no need for a “countermove” on the international stage. Meanwhile, energy investors continue to watch developments closely as they await greater certainty over potential resource exploration and extraction projects in the Gulf of Thailand. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ThaiRath 3 June 2026Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:36:23 +0000Cambodia has formally notified the United Nations and the Thai government that it has begun a process of compulsory conciliation under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to address the long-running maritime boundary dispute in the Gulf of Thailand. The move follows Thailand’s unilateral decision last month to cancel the Memorandum of Understanding 44 (MOU 44), which had served as the main framework for negotiations over overlapping continental shelf claims. Get today's headlines by email The Thai government, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, revoked MOU 44 as part of a campaign pledge made ahead of the February election. The decision came amid rising nationalist sentiment following military clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border during the past year. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet announced on national broadcaster TVK that Cambodia had submitted a formal request to the UN Secretary-General to initiate the conciliation process under UNCLOS. He stated: “We are taking this important step to protect Cambodia’s sovereignty and maritime rights under international law. Both Cambodia and Thailand stand to benefit from a fair and sustainable settlement under the guidance of world-class experts.” The disputed maritime area is believed to contain significant oil and natural gas reserves. Thailand’s Ministry of Energy has estimated the resources to be worth more than US$300 billion. Efforts to develop the area have long been complicated by disagreements over maritime boundaries and an 800-kilometre land border dispute dating back to the French colonial era. Relations between the two countries remain strained following armed clashes along the border in July and December last year. The fighting resulted in multiple fatalities and the occupation of certain areas. Although a ceasefire agreement was reached in December, both sides have continued to accuse each other of violating the arrangement. Cambodia has called on Thailand to withdraw troops and has criticised damage to a stone temple during the conflict. Under UNCLOS, compulsory conciliation allows an independent panel of experts to examine the dispute and provide recommendations for resolving it. However, the panel’s conclusions are not legally binding on either party. Instead, the process is intended to provide a neutral and internationally recognised framework for future negotiations. ThaiRath reported that Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not issued any official response to Cambodia’s latest move. PM Anutin Charnvirakul speaking on June 2 dismissed the statement, stating that there is no need for a “countermove” on the international stage. Meanwhile, energy investors continue to watch developments closely as they await greater certainty over potential resource exploration and extraction projects in the Gulf of Thailand. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ThaiRath 3 June 2026 View full articleTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:36:23 +0000