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Foreigners Arguing Over Condo Noise Disturbances End in Hugs
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A Russian man called tourist police after he was being inconvenienced by an American man at a condominium in Phuket who he says was continually being a nuisance and causing noise disturbances.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298115-foreigners-arguing-over-condo-noise-disturbances-end-in-hugs/

 

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Business Development Dept. confirms iTV still “operational”

 

 

The Business Development Department (BDD) has explained that the status of iTV Public Company is “currently operational”, which has no legal definition, but means that it is a corporate entity which was registered in accordance with the Public Company Act.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298127-business-development-dept-confirms-itv-still-“operational”/

 

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PM encouraging Thai businesses to leverage RCEP benefits

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The prime minister is encouraging Thai businesses to leverage the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) to increase their opportunities and improve their competitiveness in the global market.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298128-pm-encouraging-thai-businesses-to-leverage-rcep-benefits/

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Thai Bananas Set to Generate 1.07 Billion Baht as Demand Soars in Japan

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government forecast Thai fresh bananas and their goods to Japan will generate up to 1.07 billion baht this year due to their popular demand in the Eastern Asian country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298129-thai-bananas-set-to-generate-107-billion-baht-as-demand-soars-in-japan/

 

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Creativity from Coexistence: How Phuket Inspires Harmony as a City of Gastronomy

 

Crowds of Chinese Taoism devotees and worshipers participating in street procession at Phuket old town for the traditional Phuket Vegetarian Festival. Source: wiratho / Shutterstock.com

 

Recognized by UNESCO as a Creative City of Gastronomy, Phuket is well-known for its vast variety of enticing and delicious cuisine. With the southern Thai tourism hub now vying to be chosen to host the 2028 Specialized Expo, it’s important to understand that its rich culinary tapestry is a reflection of an even richer history of multicultural melding and the coming together of different communities both within and beyond Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298131-creativity-from-coexistence-how-phuket-inspires-harmony-as-a-city-of-gastronomy/

 

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Pattaya Mayor Orders to Speed Up Roadwork Around Second Road and Soi 15 Buakhao

 

PHOTO: PRPATTAYA

 

Pattaya mayor Poramase Ngampiches ordered the contractor to speed up the construction of a drainage system around Second Road and Soi 15 Buakhao in order to return the space to the residents.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298132-pattaya-mayor-orders-to-speed-up-roadwork-around-second-road-and-soi-15-buakhao/

 

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Fire Heavily Damages Warehouse Near Pattaya

 

 

A fire devastated a large warehouse near Pattaya at 04:30 AM this morning, June 16th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298133-fire-heavily-damages-warehouse-near-pattaya/

 

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Pattaya Police Raid Club Searching for Drugs, Nothing Illegal Found

 

 

Pattaya Police launched yet another bar inspection at 1 AM today, June 16th, specifically targeting foreign overstayers and drug users. However, they found nothing amiss.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298134-pattaya-police-raid-club-searching-for-drugs-nothing-illegal-found/

 

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Comeback craftsman: Skilled artisan nails triumphant return after amputation

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Digital Door Lock

 

The heartwarming story of a skilled craftsman who suffered a severe leg injury in a life-threatening accident has emerged as he made a successful return to work after a two-year hiatus. The Thai man’s remarkable comeback has been made possible due to the unwavering support of his employer and the customers who have applauded the company’s compassionate approach. The touching tale was recently shared on the Facebook page of Digital Door Lock, a renowned door installation company in Rama IX, Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298136-comeback-craftsman-skilled-artisan-nails-triumphant-return-after-amputation/

 

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Young student loses savings in iPad scam, Bangkok woman arrested

 

Picture courtesy of Cop Hero Thailand Magazine Facebook

 

Police apprehended Nirisara, a 23 year old ‘money mule’ operating a scam that targeted a 16 year old student from Phichit, who lost her entire savings while trying to purchase an iPad for her studies. The Criminal Investigation Division officers, working closely with PCT Unit 5, arrested Nirisara in Bangkok’s Khlong Tan area after an intense investigation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298137-young-student-loses-savings-in-ipad-scam-bangkok-woman-arrested/

 

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Pattaya theft: Thieves nab 13,000 baht from water vending machine

 

Photo via The Pattaya News

 

In Pattaya, two thieves successfully managed to nab 13,000 baht from a drinking water vending machine in front of a grocery store. The theft, which took place within the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, was caught on CCTV in the early hours of June 10. The suspects arrived at the scene on a motorbike, quickly opened the machine, and escaped with the money.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298138-pattaya-theft-thieves-nab-13000-baht-from-water-vending-machine/

 

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Illegal oil transport scandal leads to excise director’s suspension in Thailand

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A recent internal investigation revealed the involvement of the Excise Department’s Prevention and Suppression Bureau director in a case regarding illegal oil transportation, intercepted by the Highway Police on June 7. The unnamed director’s alleged involvement came to light when he reportedly contacted the Highway Police Department (HPD) in an attempt to secure the release of a detained driver and his tanker, stopped on Phetkasem Road in Prachuap Khiri Khan following suspicions of unlawful oil transport.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298139-illegal-oil-transport-scandal-leads-to-excise-director’s-suspension-in-thailand/

 

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Raimon Land unveils 18 billion baht luxury projects amid bolstered high-end market confidence

 

Photo courtesy of Raimon Land's official website

 

Raimon Land Plc, a stock exchange of Thailand (SET)-listed property developer, is confident in the high-end residential market and revealed plans for three new luxury projects worth 18 billion baht in Phuket and Bangkok. Raimon Land plans to launch the projects in the fourth quarter.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298140-raimon-land-unveils-18-billion-baht-luxury-projects-amid-bolstered-high-end-market-confidence/

 

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Illegal drug bust: RTP arrest foreign duo and local ladies in Thailand cross-border narcotics scheme

 

Photo via Facebook/ ตำรวจสอบสวนกลาง

 

Royal Thai Police officers yesterday arrested two foreign men and two Thai women for supplying illegal life-threatening drugs at home and abroad. The illegal products worth 6 million baht were confiscated.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298141-illegal-drug-bust-rtp-arrest-foreign-duo-and-local-ladies-in-thailand-cross-border-narcotics-scheme/

 

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Travel agency owner arrested for defrauding customers of 4m baht in European tour deposits

 

Picture courtesy of การเมือง-ชุมชน Facebook

 

Police apprehend a travel agency owner accused of defrauding customers out of 4 million baht (US$ 115,495) in deposit money for European tours. The suspect, 47 year old Supachoke, was arrested in front of his Thonburi accommodation after a considerable number of victims filed complaints.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298142-travel-agency-owner-arrested-for-defrauding-customers-of-4m-baht-in-european-tour-deposits/

 

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Thai sugar producer KSL faces 15% output drop, eyes low-GI product growth

 

Photo Courtesy of KSL's official website

 

Thailand’s third-largest sugar producer, Khon Kaen Sugar Industry (KSL), anticipates a decline of 10 to 15% in sugar cane output, down to 5 million tonnes, for its factories in the 2023 to 2024 crop year due to drought. In comparison, the 2022 to 2023 crop year yielded 6.4 million tonnes of sugar cane. Despite the reduction in sugar cane production, KSL remains optimistic about the industry’s future.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298143-thai-sugar-producer-ksl-faces-15-output-drop-eyes-low-gi-product-growth/

 

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Trading troubles: Thai stock market feels pinch of political uncertainties amid global rate rumbles

 

Photo Courtesy of Freepik

 

The Thai stock market remains under pressure from domestic political uncertainties, despite a halt in US interest rate hikes and a recent rate cut in China. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index continued its downward trend, closing at 1,557.71 points, a 0.22% decrease from the previous day.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298144-trading-troubles-thai-stock-market-feels-pinch-of-political-uncertainties-amid-global-rate-rumbles/

 

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Electrifying expansion: Demco sparks digital tech and renewable energy growth

 

Photo courtesy of Jeff Jones, Flickr

 

Demco yesterday announced expansion plans focusing on diversifying the company’s business into digital technology and enhancing its renewable energy portfolio. As a stock exchange of Thailand (SET)-listed contractor and engineering service provider, the company acknowledges not getting involved in the state renewable development scheme during its first phase.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298145-electrifying-expansion-demco-sparks-digital-tech-and-renewable-energy-growth/

 

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Unlocking digital potential: Foreign software companies ‘Thai’ the knot with Thailand’s growing tech scene

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand is witnessing an increase in foreign software companies setting up offices in the nation, tapping into its digital growth and the demands of local enterprises. This development has attracted big data centres and cloud service providers from various countries, including the US, Japan, and China.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298146-unlocking-digital-potential-foreign-software-companies-‘thai’-the-knot-with-thailand’s-growing-tech-scene/

 

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Old man posing as religious leader arrested for assaulting teen in Phuket

 

Picture courtesy of ToKo Facebook

 

Officials apprehended a 60 year old man, Ismael Todting, who posed as a religious leader to deceive and assault a 16 year old girl in a Phuket hotel. He planned and lured the victim by gaining her trust before forcing himself on her and fleeing. Authorities tracked him down to Yala province, where he was participating in a group activity, eventually arresting him and handing him over for further legal proceedings.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298147-old-man-posing-as-religious-leader-arrested-for-assaulting-teen-in-phuket/

 

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Illegal high-interest loan scheme busted in Thung Yai, 3 arrested

 

 

Cyber police raided three homes in Thung Yai district, Nakhon Si Thammarat today, arresting three suspects involved in an illegal high-interest loan operation. According to the commander of the police, three suspects were apprehended along with mobile phones, bank account passbooks, record books, and documents detailing loan agreements with interest rates exceeding the legal limit of 15% per year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298149-illegal-high-interest-loan-scheme-busted-in-thung-yai-3-arrested/

 

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Beauty clinic closed for 30 days after customer dies during cosmetic surgery

 

 

The Pathum Thani provincial health office ordered a beauty clinic in Thanyaburi district closed for 30 days today (Friday), after a 25-year-old customer died as she was undergoing a rhinoplasty procedure yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298078-clinic-tragedy-woman-dies-during-nasal-surgery-under-anesthesia/?do=findComment&comment=18148952

 

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NACC ordered to disclose findings regarding General Prawit’s luxurious wristwatches

 

 

Thailand’s Supreme Administrative Court has upheld the ruling of the Central Administrative Court ordering the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to disclose to “The Matter” online media within 15 days the findings of its investigation into Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan’s expensive wristwatches, which he claimed to have borrowed from a former classmate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298152-nacc-ordered-to-disclose-findings-regarding-general-prawit’s-luxurious-wristwatches/

 

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Overworked and underappreciated, doctors need more support

 

 

“Do we know the problems? We do, but there are these things called medical ethics and sacrifice that constrain us. If we don’t see the patients who are waiting, how is it going to work? If we can do it. If we can endure it, just endure it,” said Dr. Poowanai Sarkhampee, Hepato-pancreato-biliary Surgeon at Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital in Ubon Ratchathani, who shared his thoughts with Thai PBS World on the harsh working conditions of medical personnel in Thai state hospitals, which has become a hot topic on social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298153-overworked-and-underappreciated-doctors-need-more-support/

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Caretaker PM to Test Yellow Line Monorail

 

 

BANGKOK, June 16 (TNA) – Caretaker Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-ocha will take a test ride of the Lat Phrao – Samrong Yellow Line monorial on June 19 after the one-month trial run, offering free rides for commuters started earlier this month.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298154-caretaker-pm-to-test-yellow-line-monorail/

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MFP Leader Wins Two Digit Prize in Today’s Lottery Draw

 

 

BANGKOK, June 16 (TNA) – Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat wins the two digit prize in the June 16 government lottery draw.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298156-mfp-leader-wins-two-digit-prize-in-today’s-lottery-draw/

 

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