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Constitutional court requests update on petition filed against Pita, Move Forward

ByPeter Roche

 

PHOTO: Facebook/พรรคก้าวไกล - Move Forward Party

Thailand’s Constitutional Court has requested an update on a petition lodged against the Move Forward Party and its leader, Pita Limjaroenrat. The petition was filed by Theerayut Suwankesorn, over MFP’s policy to reform the country’s lèse-majesté law.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299065-constitutional-court-requests-update-on-petition-filed-against-pita-move-forward/

 

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Crickets, a future source of protein

 

 

Naresuan University, in Thailand’s northern province of Phitsanuloke, has been researching crickets as an alternative source of protein, with a vision that this insect could address a protein shortage in the future.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299067-crickets-a-future-source-of-protein/

 

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Pattaya Police Pledge to be an Organization the Public Can Trust
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — The new chief inspector of the Pattaya Police Station, Pol. Maj. Suchart Dusdee, instructed his subordinates to be service-oriented and take good care of citizens and tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299068-pattaya-police-pledge-to-be-an-organization-the-public-can-trust/

 

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House of Representatives to Pick New Speaker on July 4

 

 

BANGKOK, June 27 (TNA) – The House of Representatives will choose the House Speaker post during the first meeting on July 4, said Pornpith Phetcharoen, Secretary-General of the House of Representatives.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299075-house-of-representatives-to-pick-new-speaker-on-july-4/

 

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Pattaya Motorbike Group Donates Amenities and Food to People and Stray Animals in Ayutthaya

 

 

A group of benevolent motorbike riders in Pattaya donated necessary items and food to people and stray animals in need in the Ayutthaya province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299076-pattaya-motorbike-group-donates-amenities-and-food-to-people-and-stray-animals-in-ayutthaya/

 

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Phuket Old Town street makes list of world’s most beautiful streets

 

PHOTO: Flickr/Judy

 

Phuket’s Soi Romanee has been named one of the 20 most beautiful streets in the world, according to the website, Seasia Stats. According to a Lifestyle Asia report, the Southeast Asia-based news site recently posted a list of the world’s 20 most beautiful streets and Phuket makes the grade.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299077-phuket-old-town-street-makes-list-of-world’s-most-beautiful-streets/

 

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Male body with head and hands missing found floating off Phi Phi Islands

 

PHOTO: Matichon

 

The headless body of a man, who was also missing his hands, has been discovered floating in the sea near Koh Phi Phi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299078-male-body-with-head-and-hands-missing-found-floating-off-phi-phi-islands/

 

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Kathu nightclubs hit with 5 year closure order following raids

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Mad in Patong beach หาดป่าตอง

 

Two nightclubs in the Kathu district of Phuket have been ordered to close for 5 years, following police raids earlier this month. The Ratree Club and Maha Nakhon Club were both raided in the early hours of Thursday, June 1, following complaints from residents.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299079-kathu-nightclubs-hit-with-5-year-closure-order-following-raids/

 

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Thai Police arrest woman for million-baht cyber scam

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 44 year old woman was arrested by the cybercrime division of the Thai Police today for her alleged involvement in a fraud operation that lost victims over 1 million baht. The operation comprised a gang operating call centres, which conned their victims into revealing sensitive banking information. The call centres duped victims by pretending to be bank employees or police officers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299080-thai-police-arrest-woman-for-million-baht-cyber-scam/

 

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Economic disparity in Thailand widens, agricultural sector hit hardest

 

Photo Courtesy of The Foreign Photographer, Flickr

 

The age-old struggle with economic disparity continues to cast a shadow on Thailand’s society as inequality widens, particularly in the agricultural sector, which sees roughly 6% to 8% of its populace remaining below the poverty line. According to a recent study by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), this disparity has been fuelled by multiple factors, including the move to a digital economy, an ageing society, post-Covid-19 economic recovery speed, and the burning issue of climate change.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299081-economic-disparity-in-thailand-widens-agricultural-sector-hit-hardest/

 

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Highway horror claims young scholar’s life: Car crash sends tragic message to Chanthaburi

 

Picture courtesy of เมืองตะวันออก Facebook

 

A university student tragically lost his life this morning when his car veered off the road, colliding with a barrier on a highway in Chanthaburi, East Thailand. The unfortunate incident also left the manager of the local Social Security Office injured and the victim’s family grieving.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299082-highway-horror-claims-young-scholar’s-life-car-crash-sends-tragic-message-to-chanthaburi/

 

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Over 9.3 million people cleared from police criminal record files

 

 

More than 9.3 million people have had their names removed from police criminal record files, having been found not guilty and acquitted, were fined or were given mild sentences by the courts, according to Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, the deputy national police chief.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299086-over-93-million-people-cleared-from-police-criminal-record-files/

 

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SRT to Launch Special Steam Ride to Ayutthaya

 

 

BANGKOK, June 27 (TNA) – The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) offers a special steam ride from Bangkok to Ayutthaya to celebrate His Majesty the King’s birthday on July 28.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299087-srt-to-launch-special-steam-ride-to-ayutthaya/

 

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Online debate erupts after woman recounts unsettling experience with app-ordered taxi

 

Picture courtesy of sxlisx_19, TikTok

 

In an incident that sparked an online debate, a young Thai woman reported a harrowing experience involving a taxi service ordered via a mobile application. Throughout the journey, the driver allegedly behaved inappropriately, including asking to visit her home, requesting contact information, and proposing an outing together. Following the incident, which took place yesterday, the woman shared a video recounting her experience on TikTok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299088-online-debate-erupts-after-woman-recounts-unsettling-experience-with-app-ordered-taxi/

 

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US Ambassador celebrates first shipment of Thai pomelos to America

 

Picture courtesy of Fahd Khan, Unsplash

 

US Ambassador to Thailand Robert Godec had an opportunity to engage with Thai and foreign media today, where he expressed his delight at the first-ever shipment of Thai pomelos reaching the United States. This is a milestone that comes 190 years into the diplomatic ties between the two countries. The first export lot of the popular citrus fruits was dispatched last night.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299089-us-ambassador-celebrates-first-shipment-of-thai-pomelos-to-america/

 

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Cameraman caper: Former journalist nabbed for stealing from fellow hacks

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Parliamentary Police officers arrested a former Thai journalist as he posed as a news cameraman for stealing valuables from other hacks. Police believe the suspect attempted to blackmail new Members of Parliament.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299090-cameraman-caper-former-journalist-nabbed-for-stealing-from-fellow-hacks/

 

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Customs officers accused of stealing durians worth 1.8 million baht

 

Photo via Facebook/ กรมศุลกากร : The Customs Department

 

A Thai durian middleman accused the Aranyaprathet Customs House in the Isaan province of Sa Kaeo of stealing durians worth 1.8 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299091-customs-officers-accused-of-stealing-durians-worth-18-million-baht/

 

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Drug awareness in focus as Phuket initiates anti-drug events

 

Photo Courtesy of PR Phuket

 

In commemoration of World Drug Day, a series of events unfolded yesterday in Phuket, supervised by government authorities to fortify global standing against drug abuse. World Drug Day, also known as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, is a global observance brought to light by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, held every year on June 26, to spur action and collaboration towards a society free of substance misuse and raise drug awareness.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299092-drug-awareness-in-focus-as-phuket-initiates-anti-drug-events/

 

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Biker’s road rage terrorising Bangkok family evokes societal concerns

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

A road rage incident escalated on Pattanakan Road in Bangkok last week, when two young motorcyclists aggressively pursued and damaged a pickup truck, leaving the 39 year old driver shocked and distressed. He said that this type of behaviour presents a societal risk and has now been shared on social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299094-biker’s-road-rage-terrorising-bangkok-family-evokes-societal-concerns/

 

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Nonthaburi police shut down major underground gambling den, arrest 49

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In an extensive operation, police raided and dismantled a substantial gambling den in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The sting saw almost 50 people apprehended in the act of illicitly betting on games of snooker. The operation, led by senior police officials, resulted in a successful seizure of 49 people participating in gambling activities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299095-nonthaburi-police-shut-down-major-underground-gambling-den-arrest-49/

 

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Police nab 2 more members of notorious loan shark and abduction gang

 

Picture courtesy of เจาะลึกทั่วไทย Inside Thailand Facebook

 

Two more gangsters associated with notorious loan sharking and drugged abduction practices across three Thai provinces have been apprehended. The suspects, both denying the charges so far, were apprehended at a regional court and reputable hotel. One individual confessed at around 9am today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299097-police-nab-2-more-members-of-notorious-loan-shark-and-abduction-gang/

 

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Move Forward Party Remains Confident in Securing Enough Senate Votes to Make Pita Prime Minister

 

PHOTO: Matichon

 

Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP), remains confident that the 250-member Senate will vote for him as the Prime Minister.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299100-move-forward-party-remains-confident-in-securing-enough-senate-votes-to-make-pita-prime-minister/

 

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Ubon Ratchathani crackdown nets 3 illegal Chinese immigrants in border raids

 

Picture courtesy of ข่าว คน นคร สกล ออนไลน์ Facebook

 

In a significant operation in the Ubon Ratchathani province, three illegal Chinese immigrants were detained whilst they were in hiding in a border village. The three men were reportedly waiting to be transported to work for telecommunication fraud and online gambling organisations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299101-ubon-ratchathani-crackdown-nets-3-illegal-chinese-immigrants-in-border-raids/

 

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Woman cleared of 12 million baht lottery ticket theft accusation, plans defamation case

 

Picture courtesy of ห้อยโหนตามกระแส Facebook

 

In a tale of family dynamics gone awry, a 93 year old woman accused her 53 year old granddaughter of stealing two winning government-issued lottery scratch cards worth a total of 12 million baht (US$340,000). The case arose after an investigation by the Lottery Department, which included examining the original stubs of three books of tickets. However, the department confirmed that none of the stubs matched the winning numbers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299102-woman-cleared-of-12-million-baht-lottery-ticket-theft-accusation-plans-defamation-case/

 

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Police raid shop house suspected of stealing electricity for cryptocurrency mining

 

 

Police from Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau and officials from the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) raided a shop house in Mae Taeng district of Chiang Mai today (Tuesday) and found 38 cryptocurrency mining machines and 12 items of related equipment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299104-police-raid-shop-house-suspected-of-stealing-electricity-for-cryptocurrency-mining/

 

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International Cruise Ships Highlighted as Major Contributors to Thai Tourism

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center (TMECC) has reported that since the end of 2022, a total of 83 international cruise ships carrying more than 310,000 passengers have generated over 2 billion baht in tourism-related income for Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299107-international-cruise-ships-highlighted-as-major-contributors-to-thai-tourism/

 

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