https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around Thailanden10,000 arrests in 5 days… at that pace they’ll need a bigger spreadsheet than a detention centre.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:52:47 +0000Heartbreaking. Cases like this remind you that sometimes the greatest danger comes from someone the family already knows.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:48:42 +0000Do Wise have your address as outside Thailand?Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:45:58 +0000The holiday brochure forgot to mention the complimentary extradition service.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:43:58 +0000All for 14k baht a year and 4m coverage, sounds too good to be true, any quotes you see for similar age people is around 50kThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:43:08 +0000Lucky he climbed into a water tank and not a septic tank… different ending altogether. 😬Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:41:09 +0000Gregory Rosen, a former prosecutor in Pirro’s office, raised questions about Thursday’s charges, especially given binding precedent from the court of appeals in Washington. “Malicious destruction of property has never meant just touching things,” he said. “The court has consistently required either an actual intent to cause the harm or wanton conduct, and damage resulting from an accident or curiosity doesn’t qualify.” https://www.inquirer.com/news/nation-world/reflecting-pool-olympian-david-hearn-indicted-felony-vandalism-trump-pirro-20260702.htmlThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:41:06 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/man-rescued-from-water-tank-in-khon-kaen-r2582/A heavily intoxicated man was rescued in Khon Kaen, Thailand, after climbing into a water tank and falling asleep inside. Police were alerted at 11:30am on 2 July 2026, after residents reported a man inside the tank in an alley off Phimphasut Road in Khon Kaen municipality. Get today's headlines by email When officers and rescue workers arrived, they found the unidentified man standing upright and asleep, wedged in the tank with only his head above the rim and unresponsive despite repeated attempts to wake him. Rescuers drained the water from the tank and the man fell to the bottom still asleep. They then carefully tipped it onto its side to pull the man out safely. After regaining consciousness, the man walked to the road and rode away on his motorcycle. There is no report explaining why no officers stopped him, despite being clearly intoxicated. Pictures courtesy of Khaosod A local resident, Montakarn Buathong, 44, said workers behind her home discovered the man inside the tank and initially feared he had died because he was motionless. She said he later told rescuers as he walk to his motorcycle that he had been drinking heavily before parking his motorcycle near the alley, climbing over a fence, opening the tank lid and getting inside to sleep. Khaosod reported that residents said the man was fortunate to survive, noting that if he had lost his balance and fallen into the water inside the tank, he could have drowned. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:35:54 +0000A heavily intoxicated man was rescued in Khon Kaen, Thailand, after climbing into a water tank and falling asleep inside. Police were alerted at 11:30am on 2 July 2026, after residents reported a man inside the tank in an alley off Phimphasut Road in Khon Kaen municipality. Get today's headlines by email When officers and rescue workers arrived, they found the unidentified man standing upright and asleep, wedged in the tank with only his head above the rim and unresponsive despite repeated attempts to wake him. Rescuers drained the water from the tank and the man fell to the bottom still asleep. They then carefully tipped it onto its side to pull the man out safely. After regaining consciousness, the man walked to the road and rode away on his motorcycle. There is no report explaining why no officers stopped him, despite being clearly intoxicated. Pictures courtesy of Khaosod A local resident, Montakarn Buathong, 44, said workers behind her home discovered the man inside the tank and initially feared he had died because he was motionless. She said he later told rescuers as he walk to his motorcycle that he had been drinking heavily before parking his motorcycle near the alley, climbing over a fence, opening the tank lid and getting inside to sleep. Khaosod reported that residents said the man was fortunate to survive, noting that if he had lost his balance and fallen into the water inside the tank, he could have drowned. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:35:54 +0000Not sure about that. Dealers could still sell if their prices were competitive.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:35:51 +0000CocoThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:35:41 +0000US immigration authorities have arrested about 10,000 people suspected of being in the country illegally over a five-day period, according to sources familiar with the figures. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were made across the United States during a recent nationwide enforcement effort, the sources said, marking a significant increase in detention activity. Immigration arrests accelerateOfficials have also set a new operational target of at least 2,000 immigration arrests per day, according to the sources. The goal follows discussions between senior White House and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) leadership aimed at increasing enforcement activity. A source familiar with those discussions told ABC News that officials had previously urged ICE to work toward 3,000 arrests per day. DHS highlights focus on criminal offendersIn a statement, a DHS spokesperson said immigration officers had been carrying out President Donald Trump's pledge to arrest and remove migrants accused or convicted of serious crimes. "Since Day One, DHS law enforcement has been delivering on President Trump's promise to the American people to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens including murderers, rapists, pedophiles, gang members, and terrorists," the spokesperson said. The Trump administration has repeatedly said its immigration crackdown is focused on what the president has described as the "worst of the worst" offenders. While the criminal records of those arrested in the latest operation have not been disclosed, the DHS spokesperson said nearly 70% of ICE arrests involve migrants who have been charged with or convicted of crimes in the United States. Lower-profile enforcement strategyAccording to sources, the recent enforcement operations have been conducted with relatively little public attention. The approach follows a commitment by DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin during his confirmation hearing earlier this year to keep the agency focused on its work rather than publicizing enforcement actions. That represents a shift from the approach of former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, who favored greater publicity for ICE operations. ICE is also preparing for new leadership under Lance Schroyer, a close ally of Mullin and a former Oklahoma state trooper. Schroyer has no previous federal immigration enforcement experience. Calls for more public dataMike Howell, president of the Trump-aligned Oversight Project and a leader of the Mass Deportation Coalition, welcomed the reported increase in arrests but said the administration should release more detailed deportation statistics. "There have been so many numbers thrown around in press releases, estimates, extrapolations, and puffery that most people are just kind of immune to it and waiting to see the hard data that's being withheld," Howell said. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:34:14 +0000At least eight people have been arrested in the UK as part of investigations into online networks that encourage men to drug and sexually assault women, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has said. Get today's headlines by email Since October 2025, the agency has identified 270 individuals connected to a forum and associated websites where footage of coordinated sexual abuse was shared. Investigators said the offending mirrors the abuse suffered by French survivor Gisèle Pelicot, whose case drew international attention after she was repeatedly drugged by her husband and raped by dozens of men. Investigations uncover organised abuse forumsThe NCA said the abuse is typically carried out by a long-term partner and can continue undetected for many years, with some cases lasting decades. Deputy director Nigel Leary said drug-facilitated sexual assault was "no longer isolated behaviour" but had become "increasingly organised". Victims identified and international inquiries launchedThe agency said 14 investigations are under way, with eight victims identified and provided with support. Evidence gathered from the online forums has been shared with law enforcement agencies in several countries as part of efforts to identify offenders and victims beyond the UK. The NCA said it has established a coordinated response involving prosecutors and safeguarding organisations to help identify victims and provide support while pursuing criminal investigations. Last week, representatives from law enforcement agencies in Brazil, Canada, France, Hungary, the Netherlands, Spain and the United States met in London to exchange intelligence on suspected offenders, victims and online communities linked to the abuse. The agency said the meeting resulted in the identification of more than 150 offenders and victims, as well as four previously unknown online communities. Authorities urge victims to seek helpSiobhan Blake, the Crown Prosecution Service's national lead for rape and serious sexual offences, described the crimes as among the most disturbing she had encountered. She said victims were subjected to severe sexual abuse in their own homes, calling it an extreme betrayal of trust. Blake added that the offending flourished in secrecy, both online and behind closed doors, and said the criminal justice system was committed to exposing those responsible and securing justice for victims and survivors. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Helen Millichap, director of the National Centre for Violence Against Women and Girls and Public Protection, said victims may not immediately realise they have been assaulted. She urged anyone who feels something is wrong to seek help, even if they have no clear memory or proof, adding that police and support services would listen, take reports seriously and provide appropriate care. Pelicot case highlighted scale of abuseEarlier this year, Gisèle Pelicot told the BBC she had been "crushed by horror" after learning that her former husband, Dominique Pelicot, had repeatedly drugged her and invited dozens of men to rape her while she was unconscious. The 73-year-old waived her right to anonymity to speak publicly about her experience and campaign for victims. Dominique Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:25:59 +0000Australia supplied two drug dogs and training for two custom's officers at the beginning of 2025 ,I don't know where they use them though.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:25:33 +0000A good 'friend' of yours eh.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:25:26 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/ex-son-in-law-admits-triple-murder-in-nakhon-sawan-r2581/Police in Nakhon Sawan have uncovered the bodies of three family members buried in a cassava field in Phaisali district after an investigation into their disappearance. Officers have arrested the victims’ former son-in-law in Chon Buri, and he has reportedly confessed to killing his former father-in-law, mother-in-law and ex-wife. Get today's headlines by email The case began after the three victims disappeared from their home in Ban Mai Waree Yen, Village 8, Phaisali subdistrict, Phaisali district, Nakhon Sawan. Investigators found evidence suggesting an intruder had entered the property and cut the home’s CCTV system before the family vanished. The family’s pickup truck was last seen in Khlong Ha, Pathum Thani province, providing investigators with an important lead during the search. As enquiries continued, officers from Phaisali Police Station searched a cassava field owned by the victims. Police discovered freshly disturbed ground covered with leaves, prompting them to call forensic officers from the Nakhon Sawan Provincial Police forensic unit. The investigation led to the recovery of the three bodies buried at the site. Police later detained the prime suspect, identified as the victims’ former son-in-law, in Chon Buri province. According to initial reports, he admitted carrying out the killings. The suspect reportedly told investigators the motive stemmed from family conflicts and disputes over the victims’ property and assets. No further details regarding the alleged dispute have been released. Major General Narewit Sukonthawit, commander of the Nakhon Sawan Provincial Police, travelled to the scene and is personally overseeing the investigation and witness interviews. ThaiRath reported that the investigation remains ongoing as police continue gathering evidence and conducting further questioning. Authorities have not yet released additional information about the circumstances surrounding the killings. Picture courtesy of ThaiRath Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ThaiRath 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:24:42 +0000Police in Nakhon Sawan have uncovered the bodies of three family members buried in a cassava field in Phaisali district after an investigation into their disappearance. Officers have arrested the victims’ former son-in-law in Chon Buri, and he has reportedly confessed to killing his former father-in-law, mother-in-law and ex-wife. Get today's headlines by email The case began after the three victims disappeared from their home in Ban Mai Waree Yen, Village 8, Phaisali subdistrict, Phaisali district, Nakhon Sawan. Investigators found evidence suggesting an intruder had entered the property and cut the home’s CCTV system before the family vanished. The family’s pickup truck was last seen in Khlong Ha, Pathum Thani province, providing investigators with an important lead during the search. As enquiries continued, officers from Phaisali Police Station searched a cassava field owned by the victims. Police discovered freshly disturbed ground covered with leaves, prompting them to call forensic officers from the Nakhon Sawan Provincial Police forensic unit. The investigation led to the recovery of the three bodies buried at the site. Police later detained the prime suspect, identified as the victims’ former son-in-law, in Chon Buri province. According to initial reports, he admitted carrying out the killings. The suspect reportedly told investigators the motive stemmed from family conflicts and disputes over the victims’ property and assets. No further details regarding the alleged dispute have been released. Major General Narewit Sukonthawit, commander of the Nakhon Sawan Provincial Police, travelled to the scene and is personally overseeing the investigation and witness interviews. ThaiRath reported that the investigation remains ongoing as police continue gathering evidence and conducting further questioning. Authorities have not yet released additional information about the circumstances surrounding the killings. Picture courtesy of ThaiRath Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ThaiRath 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:24:42 +0000REO Speedwagon, ELP. Aerosmith, Jethro Tull, Talking heads, Phil Collins, The Who, Genesis, Yes, Pink Floyd, ? Must be a typo, as they're all excellent bands. The others I understand, although Como, Marley and Fisher were good at what they did. Heavy Metal has a lot of excellent talented musicians and songs. Death and Gothic I agree. Wasted talent when they can play but growl singing.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:21:40 +0000At least six people were killed and 22 others injured after a bomb exploded inside a busy cafe in central Damascus, according to Syrian state media. Get today's headlines by email Deadly Blast Rocks Central DamascusThe interior ministry said the explosive device had been planted inside the cafe, which is located about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district. Authorities have not identified those responsible, and no group immediately claimed the attack. The bombing is the deadliest to hit Damascus since a suicide attack on a church in June 2025 that killed 25 people. Witness Describes Scene of DevastationMohammed al-Dahabi, who owns a glasses shop next to the cafe, said the explosion brought back memories of the violence that gripped the city during Syria's civil war. "I felt strong pressure, and the whole place shook," he told AFP. "I ran to the place and saw people lying on the floor with blood pooled around them everywhere." Video shared on social media appeared to show at least two men lying motionless on the outdoor terrace of the cafe after the blast. Authorities Vow ActionDamascus Governor Maher Marwan Idlibi visited the scene and said those behind the attack would be held accountable. "Each time the country sees a period of stability, malicious parties try to destabilise it," he said. Officials have not announced any arrests or provided further details about the investigation. Security Challenges PersistThe bombing comes as Syria's interim government continues to face significant security challenges following the overthrow of former president Bashar al-Assad by Islamist-led rebel forces in December 2024, ending more than 13 years of civil war. Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has been working to consolidate government control across the country and improve security, but violence has continued in several areas. The June 2025 church bombing, which killed 25 people, was claimed by the little-known jihadist group Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah. However, Syrian authorities attributed that attack to the Islamic State (IS) group. In recent months, Syria has also experienced repeated outbreaks of deadly sectarian violence involving government forces and members of the country's Alawite and Druze religious minorities, underscoring the continuing instability despite the end of the civil war. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:19:10 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/uzbek-men-held-with-cannabis-at-phuket-airport-r2580/Two Uzbek nationals have been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officers discovered large quantities of cannabis in their luggage as they prepared to leave Thailand. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were made on 1 July 2026 during baggage inspections carried out by customs officials at Phuket International Airport in cooperation with other agencies. Officers said both men were attempting to take cannabis products out of the country without completing the required customs procedures. The first suspect was identified as Mr Jalilboyevich Bunyodboy Juraboev, 26, a citizen of Uzbekistan. During an inspection in the Baggage Inspection Room (BIR) on the first floor of the international departures terminal, officials selected two of his four suitcases for further examination. Inside the luggage, officers found 30 vacuum-sealed packages containing dried cannabis flower with a total gross weight of 9.8 kilograms. They also discovered 14 processed cannabis bars with a combined gross weight of 1.03 kilograms. The second suspect, Mr Mukhiddinovich Nursayid Mukhiddinov, also 26 and also a citizen of Uzbekistan, was stopped separately after his luggage was examined in the Baggage Inspection Room. Authorities said they found 30 packages of dried cannabis flower weighing a total of 9.8 kilograms, eight bags of cannabis resin with a combined gross weight of 4.1 kilograms, and additional processed cannabis products consisting of one package, five bars and nine blocks with a total gross weight of 2 kilograms. Officials invited both passengers, identified as the owners of the luggage, to witness the searches. According to authorities, the men acknowledged ownership of the suitcases and consented to the inspections, which confirmed the suspicious items previously detected by X-ray screening. Both suspects have been charged with attempting to export goods from Thailand without completing customs formalities under the Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017). They also face offences under Thailand’s narcotics legislation and the Ministry of Public Health regulations governing controlled herbs, including cannabis. Amarin reported that following the arrests, the two men and all seized items were handed over to investigators at Sakhu Police Station for legal proceedings. The case is being supervised by Pol Col Salan Santisatsanakul, chief of Sakhu Police Station, with investigating officers continuing the case in accordance with Thai law. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:15 +0000Two Uzbek nationals have been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officers discovered large quantities of cannabis in their luggage as they prepared to leave Thailand. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were made on 1 July 2026 during baggage inspections carried out by customs officials at Phuket International Airport in cooperation with other agencies. Officers said both men were attempting to take cannabis products out of the country without completing the required customs procedures. The first suspect was identified as Mr Jalilboyevich Bunyodboy Juraboev, 26, a citizen of Uzbekistan. During an inspection in the Baggage Inspection Room (BIR) on the first floor of the international departures terminal, officials selected two of his four suitcases for further examination. Inside the luggage, officers found 30 vacuum-sealed packages containing dried cannabis flower with a total gross weight of 9.8 kilograms. They also discovered 14 processed cannabis bars with a combined gross weight of 1.03 kilograms. The second suspect, Mr Mukhiddinovich Nursayid Mukhiddinov, also 26 and also a citizen of Uzbekistan, was stopped separately after his luggage was examined in the Baggage Inspection Room. Authorities said they found 30 packages of dried cannabis flower weighing a total of 9.8 kilograms, eight bags of cannabis resin with a combined gross weight of 4.1 kilograms, and additional processed cannabis products consisting of one package, five bars and nine blocks with a total gross weight of 2 kilograms. Officials invited both passengers, identified as the owners of the luggage, to witness the searches. According to authorities, the men acknowledged ownership of the suitcases and consented to the inspections, which confirmed the suspicious items previously detected by X-ray screening. Both suspects have been charged with attempting to export goods from Thailand without completing customs formalities under the Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017). They also face offences under Thailand’s narcotics legislation and the Ministry of Public Health regulations governing controlled herbs, including cannabis. Amarin reported that following the arrests, the two men and all seized items were handed over to investigators at Sakhu Police Station for legal proceedings. The case is being supervised by Pol Col Salan Santisatsanakul, chief of Sakhu Police Station, with investigating officers continuing the case in accordance with Thai law. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:15 +0000A former US Olympic canoeist has been indicted on a felony charge after allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, federal prosecutors said. Get today's headlines by email David "Davey" Hearn, 67, is accused of causing about $1,000 (£750) in damage to the landmark after allegedly pulling up newly installed sealant from the bottom of the pool on 19 June. Former canoeist faces felony chargeUS Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the indictment on Thursday, saying the damage occurred shortly after renovation work had been completed. "The defendant ripped a piece of recently installed sealant on the bottom of the reflecting pool," Pirro said. She described the incident as a deliberate act that damaged a restoration project carried out by the National Park Service. Hearn denies wrongdoingHearn, a three-time US Olympic canoeist, has denied the allegations. He previously told the BBC that he had stopped by the Reflecting Pool after a long bike ride out of curiosity about its condition. He said he only touched material that had already come loose and insisted he "didn't destroy, rip, tear, peel, or remove any part" of the coating. His lawyers also rejected the charges, calling the prosecution politically motivated. In a statement issued after the indictment, they said Hearn was innocent and argued that the case reflected "the administration's effort to shift blame for their own failures". Hearn has previously described his arrest as an "arbitrary, capricious prosecution". Ongoing problems at the Reflecting PoolThe Reflecting Pool has experienced several issues despite a recent $14 million renovation project. Large sections of the new sealant have been seen peeling from the bottom, while algae growth has also been reported. US Park Police said five people have been arrested in connection with alleged vandalism at the site, while another five have received federal citations. A National Park Service official had previously said parts of the pool's lining had been cut with a sharp object. President Donald Trump has blamed vandals for the damage. After inspecting the site on 20 June, he said on social media that repairs would begin immediately. He wrote: "Work will begin immediately on fixing the seriously vandalized Reflecting Pool," adding: "Who would do such a thing? SICK, DERANGED PEOPLE!" Historic landmarkThe Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was built in the 1920s and extends 2,030ft (619m) between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument. Over the years, it has faced recurring maintenance challenges, including leaks, structural deterioration, faulty pipes, algae growth and bird droppings. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:05 +0000Nigel, man of the people, representing the struggling working class citizens, whilst he earns £270,000 for 12 hours work.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:10:10 +0000Nah mate, they're actually much better than a lot of "big" bands out there. Raw rock 'n' roll energy, especially the first album:Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:09:28 +0000Evidence was presented from 2 friends corroborating receiving phone calls from Ms. Carroll right after it happened. Both her friends were professional journalists and they couldn't say the exact date either.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:09:11 +0000