BANGKOK – One student was killed in a gas explosion during a fire safety drill at Rajavinit Mathayom School in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298743-student-killed-in-gas-explosion-during-fire-drill/

 

Malaysia to charge Thai nationals over mass graves, trafficking camps found in 2015

 

 

Four Thai nationals will face charges in a Malaysian court on Friday over the 2015 discovery of mass graves and suspected human trafficking camps at the country’s border with Thailand, Malaysia‘s home affairs minister said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298753-malaysia-to-charge-thai-nationals-over-mass-graves-trafficking-camps-found-in-2015/

Wave of disapproval: Krabi residents make waves as foreign men scale tsunami tower in unruly act

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Residents in the southern province of Krabi condemned two foreign men for their unruly behaviour.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298765-wave-of-disapproval-krabi-residents-make-waves-as-foreign-men-scale-tsunami-tower-in-unruly-act/

Update: Fire Extinguisher That Exploded Did Not Have A Safety Valve
by TNR Staff

 

The fire extinguisher that exploded at Rajavinit Mathayom School. Photo: Thai Rath

 

POLICE said a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher that exploded during a fire drill at a secondary school in Bangkok killing one student and injuring 29 others was a reusable one but not fitted with a safety valve, Thai Rath and Matichon newspapers said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298743-student-killed-in-gas-explosion-during-fire-drill/?do=findComment&comment=18162618

 

Thais advised not to venture into conflict zones near Mae Hong Son border with Myanmar

 

 

The Thai-Myanmar Border Command Centre, in Thailand’s northernmost Mae Hong Son province, issued a warning today (Friday), advising people not to venture into border areas in the Mae Sariang and Khun Yuam districts for their safety, as fighting between Myanmar government forces and Karenni rebels continues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298780-thais-advised-not-to-venture-into-conflict-zones-near-mae-hong-son-border-with-myanmar/

 

 

Chuan: Party With Most MPs Should Get House Speaker Post
by TNR Staff 

 

Former prime minister and parliament president Chuan Leekpai speaking to reporters, June 23, 2023. Photo: Matichon

 

FORMER prime minister and parliament president Chuan Leekpai said that the party that obtained the most number of MPs should get both the premiership and the House speaker post with this referring to Move Forward  which got 151 seats and Phue Thai 142 seats having tussled over the latter position.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298781-chuan-party-with-most-mps-should-get-house-speaker-post/

 

Outgoing Foreign Minister defends his two days of regional dialogue with Myanmar held in Pattaya
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Minister of Foreign Affairs Don Pramudwinai claimed that the dialogue held last Sunday and Monday between Myanmar junta representatives and officials from ASEAN countries, India and China, held in Pattaya, had produced constructive ideas while also insisting the talks were both routine and in Thailand’s national interest.

Desperate bid by the caretaker government to present the Burmese junta regime in Nay Pyi Taw as legitimate has drawn hostility from politicians in Thailand, other ASEAN countries and Southeast Asian foreign policy experts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298783-outgoing-foreign-minister-defends-his-two-days-of-regional-dialogue-with-myanmar-held-in-pattaya/

 

Why Pheu Thai’s thinking is democratically wrong
By Tulsathit Taptim

 

 

Coming from a man considered to be one of the top political thinkers, the idea that the second biggest party in a multiple-party system is traditionally required to fight with the biggest one in forming a government sounds more worrisome. If not more ridiculous, that is.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298784-why-pheu-thai’s-thinking-is-democratically-wrong/

 

Immigration Bureau in Satun Helps Bedridden Indian Woman with her Visa Extension

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The Immigration Bureau in Satun has demonstrated its commitment to upholding human rights by assisting a bedridden Indian woman with her visa extension process.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298785-immigration-bureau-in-satun-helps-bedridden-indian-woman-with-her-visa-extension/

 

Violent Clash Erupts at Skate Park in South Pattaya

 

 

At 1 a.m. on June 24, 2023, Pattaya Municipal Radio Center received a distress call regarding a violent dispute resulting in serious injury. The incident occurred at skate park near Bali Hai Pier, South Pattaya. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298789-violent-clash-erupts-at-skate-park-in-south-pattaya/

 

Mini Cooper Crashes into School Bus, 15 Students Injured. Porsche Crashes into Store

 

Picture: Sanook

 

In a shocking incident on the road, two cars were racing each other when a Mini Cooper collided with a school bus, resulting in injuries to 15 students. Simultaneously, the Porsche involved in the race crashed through the storefront.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298792-mini-cooper-crashes-into-school-bus-15-students-injured-as-porsche-crashes-into-store/

 

TikTok user documents drunk monk disrupting bus journey

by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: @nawapornice

 

Engaging content emerged on TikTok yesterday, posted by user @nawapornice, capturing an intoxicated monk causing disruption on a bus.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298800-tiktok-user-documents-drunk-monk-disrupting-bus-journey/

 

Love’s fatal crossfire: Jealousy ignites tragic showdown in Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of มานิตย์ สนับบุญ Facebook

 

A tragic incident gripped the community of Prajantakam, Prachinburi, in central Thailand after an ex-husband confronted his former wife and her new partner. His jealousy led to a violent encounter and ended in a fatal shooting.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298803-love’s-fatal-crossfire-jealousy-ignites-tragic-showdown-in-thailand/

 

24-hour Thailand weather shift: Heavy downpours to cover 40% of Bangkok
by Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: iStock

 

The Meteorological Department has forecasted a 24-hour Thailand weather shift starting today morning, caused by a storm passing over Northern and Northeast Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298806-24-hour-thailand-weather-shift-heavy-downpours-to-cover-40-of-bangkok/

 

Teenage intern injured in mysterious fall from six-storey building; Enigmatic circumstances leave many questions unanswered
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: KhaoSod

 

In a baffling incident that took place early yesterday, a 19 year old intern was found injured in a car park, having mysteriously fallen from a six-storey building. The young man was diagnostically undressed and bore injuries across his body.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298807-teenage-intern-injured-in-mysterious-fall-from-six-storey-building-enigmatic-circumstances-leave-many-questions-unanswered/

 

Thai poverty teenager’s resilience shines in faced hardships: Peddling to provide for family after eviction from home
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: KhaoSod

 

A 15 year old Thai poverty girl finds herself in the challenging role of becoming the breadwinner of a family of three, following a family accident that resulted in their dwelling at a temple’s land.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298810-thai-poverty-teenager’s-resilience-shines-in-faced-hardships-peddling-to-provide-for-family-after-eviction-from-home/

 

UPDATE:

 

Nang Loeng school fire drill turns fatal, professor postulates cause of explosion
By Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: Sanook

 

On a tragic day, a notable secondary school in the Nang Loeng neighbourhood experienced a devastating explosion. The gas cylinder explosion incident resulted in the loss of a student’s life and injured many.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298743-student-killed-in-gas-explosion-during-fire-drill/?do=findComment&comment=18163062

 

Preparing to honour Tham Luang cave rescue heroes on its 5th anniversary
By Samantha Rose

 

PHOTO: PR.Thailand

 

The fifth anniversary of the Tham Luang cave rescue will be observed with a merit-making ceremony honouring the deceased – including Nang Nom’s governor, Seaman Sam and Young Dom.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298819-preparing-to-honour-tham-luang-cave-rescue-heroes-on-its-5th-anniversary/

 

Bangkok hospital refutes human trials of rejuvenating DNA treatment claims
By Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: iStock

 

King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, alongside Chulalongkorn University (CU), yesterday refuted allegations of conducting “rejuvenating DNA” trials on human subjects following an individual’s claim to have undergone such treatment at their facilities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298820-bangkok-hospital-refutes-human-trials-of-rejuvenating-dna-treatment-claims/

 

Srinakarinwirot University Market: Day and Night Market in Asoke area
By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Panjitt Choomanee

 

Welcome to the vibrant Srinakarinwirot University Market! This lively marketplace on the university campus offers a wide variety of great food, unusual crafts, clothes and a variety of kitchen supplies.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298822-srinakarinwirot-university-market-day-and-night-market-in-asoke-area/

 

Pattaya to Move Forward on Monorail Project, First Beach Rail Expected Done by 2026
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya has unveiled its plan to address traffic congestion by implementing four monorail lines in the city, beginning with the construction of a 9.9-kilometer “Green Line” route that will connect the future high-speed train station to Bali Hai pier.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298823-pattaya-to-move-forward-on-monorail-project-first-beach-rail-expected-done-by-2026/

Rachawinit School closed Monday and Tuesday following fire drill fatality
 

 

In the aftermath of a fatal fire drill accident on Friday, Rachawinit School will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday. One student was killed and ten other students and firemen were injured when a fire extinguisher tank ruptured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298743-student-killed-in-gas-explosion-during-fire-drill/?do=findComment&comment=18163219

 

Royal Thai navy investigates alleged corruption in 440 million baht armoured vehicle deal
By Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Royal Thai Navy

 

A thorough investigation has been initiated by the Royal Thai Navy after a social media page reported some alleged discrepancies in a recent purchase of armoured vehicles totalling over 440 million baht (US$12,480,000).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298824-royal-thai-navy-investigates-alleged-corruption-in-440-million-baht-armoured-vehicle-deal/

 

Koh Tao’s Cape Shark Villas faces shutdown over illegal construction claims
By Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Cape Shark Villas

 

In a recent controversial development on Koh Tao Island, a villa constructed without necessary permissions in a resort named Cape Shark Villas, has been instructed to cease operations by local authorities. An investigation is underway to check if other villas within the resort have conformed to obligatory construction permits.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298825-koh-tao’s-cape-shark-villas-faces-shutdown-over-illegal-construction-claims/

 

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