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In a tragic accident last night, a police officer driving recklessly crashed his pickup into four motorcycle riders, killing two and injuring two others. The report confirmed the officer’s alcohol levels as exceeding the legal limit.

 

Off-duty police officer kills 2 in drunken accident in Ayutthaya

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Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299730-off-duty-police-officer-kills-2-in-drunken-accident-in-ayutthaya/

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Updated timetable for Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport bus service announced
By Online Reporter

 

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Hua Hin to Survanabhumbi Airport bus. File photo


The bus service between Hua Hin and Suvarnabhumi Airport has recently updated its timetable, introducing its low season schedule for travelers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299764-updated-timetable-for-hua-hin-to-suvarnabhumi-airport-bus-service-announced/

 

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Pita To Be Given Second Chance For PM: Wan Noor
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

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House speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, Pheu Thai leader Chonlanan Srikaew and Move Forward leader/prime minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat.

 

MOVE FORWARD LEADER/PRIME minister-designate Pita Limjaroenrat will likely be given a second chance to rise to power if he fails at the first go, according to newly-named House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299765-pita-to-be-given-second-chance-for-pm-wan-noor/

 

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Drunk Man Bothers Nearby Table at Open-air Bar and Gets Humbled in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Pattaya — A drunk man caused a disturbance in a herbal liquor (Yadong) venue in Pattaya last night and was subsequently beaten by other patrons. The man pledged he would seek revenge after he recovered.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299766-drunk-man-bothers-nearby-table-at-open-air-bar-and-gets-humbled-in-pattaya/

 

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"Forgotten Landmark" - "Dancing Fountain" Project Collapses in Pattaya

 

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Photo: Siam Rath

 

The ambitious project of creating a new landmark in the heart of Bali Hai Pier, Pattaya, called the "Dancing Fountain," has been abandoned after only a few years of operation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299767-forgotten-landmark-dancing-fountain-project-collapses-in-pattaya/

 

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Brazen Daylight Robbery Thwarted by Surveillance and Quick Police Action

 

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Picture: Siam Rath

 

At midday on July 4th, a brazen theft took place at a residence in Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province. Two male thieves stole an iron gate from the property while the caretaker, Sunchai Homchuen, was away.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299768-brazen-daylight-robbery-thwarted-by-surveillance-and-quick-police-action/

 

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"Big Joke" Gears Up for Additional Warrants in 140 Million Gambling Asset Seizure Case

 

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Photo: Thai Rath

 

Deputy Commissioner Pol. Lt. Gen. Surachet "Big Joke" Hakpal is ramping up efforts to issue more arrest warrants in the 140 million online gambling asset seizure case involving both civilians and police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299769-big-joke-gears-up-for-additional-warrants-in-140-million-gambling-asset-seizure-case/

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Thai rainfall faces below-average levels as El Niño prompts dry spell
by Mitch Connor

 

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The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has indicated a below-average rainfall across several regions of the country due in part to the El Nino phenomenon.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299772-thai-rainfall-faces-below-average-levels-as-el-niño-prompts-dry-spell/

 

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Tragic Drowning of monk in Udon Thani sparks local mystery and fear
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Yesterday, details emerged of a tragic drowning event in the district of Mueang Udon Thani where a local monk was found lifeless in a large agricultural pond.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299777-tragic-drowning-of-monk-in-udon-thani-sparks-local-mystery-and-fear/

 

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Export growth remains uncertain amid high global interest rates in Thailand
by Alex Morgan

 

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In a recent development, the Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC) has adjusted its export growth outlook to fall between a negative 0.5% and a positive 1%.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299778-export-growth-remains-uncertain-amid-high-global-interest-rates-in-thailand/

 

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Naree Tantasathien: Thailand’s top lawyer weighing Move Forward, Pita’s future
By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk

 

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Thailand’s Attorney-General Naree Tantasathien has another important decision to make in a case with serious political ramifications.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299779-naree-tantasathien-thailand’s-top-lawyer-weighing-move-forward-pita’s-future/

 

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Thai tourism unaffected by political unrest unless airports shut, says ex-minister
by Alex Morgan 

 

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In times of political upheaval, Thailand’s foreign tourists would not be significantly impacted, unless there was an incident akin to 2008’s airport disruption, according to former tourism and sports minister, Weerasak Kowsurat. Back in 2008, protesters had shut down Bangkok’s airports leading to a drop in tourist visits, impacting Thai tourism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299780-thai-tourism-unaffected-by-political-unrest-unless-airports-shut-says-ex-minister/

 

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Tragedy strikes in Thailand: Teen athlete brutally gunned down in southern Thailand
by Samantha Rose 

 

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In a shocking incident yesterday, a 15 year old boy was brutally gunned down on a road in the Lungsuan district in the southern Thailand province of Chumphon. The tenth-grade student-athlete, identified as P, was shot eight times by three men in a pick-up truck.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299806-tragedy-strikes-in-thailand-teen-athlete-brutally-gunned-down-in-southern-thailand/

 

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Cyber Police nab scammer accused of defrauding doctor of 101 Million Baht
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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A 29 year old woman alleged to be a part of a scamming ring was apprehended by the Cyber Police in a residence in Chon Buri yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299810-cyber-police-nab-scammer-accused-of-defrauding-doctor-of-101-million-baht/

 

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Stairway to suspicion: Police investigate mysterious death of toddler in Buriram
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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Police are currently investigating the mysterious death of a one year old boy in Thailand’s Buriram province, following his mother’s claim that he tragically tumbled down the stairs and died.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299811-stairway-to-suspicion-police-investigate-mysterious-death-of-toddler-in-buriram/

 

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Eight parties united in upcoming PM vote
by Paul Rujopakarn

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - With the vote for House Speaker and deputies completed today, the parliament is heading to the next crucial meeting to vote for Prime Minister. Eight parties holding the majority seats in the lower house said they were united in their decision to vote for Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299814-eight-parties-united-in-upcoming-pm-vote/

 

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EC Extends Probe Into Pita’s Eligibility
by Paul Rujopakarn

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Election Commission (EC) has extended its investigation into Pita Limjaroenrat, the prime ministerial candidate and leader of the Move Forward Party, concerning his eligibility to run in elections.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299816-ec-extends-probe-into-pita’s-eligibility/

 

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Second deputy House speaker-elect has a fiery reputation

 

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File photo : Pheu Thai MP Pichet Chuamuangphan

 

Pheu Thai MP Pichet Chuamuangphan, who became the second deputy House speaker-elect uncontested on Tuesday, is known for his “gesture” politics.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299833-second-deputy-house-speaker-elect-has-a-fiery-reputation/

 

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PM expresses confidence in economic policies as World Bank raises outlook for Thai economy

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - The World Bank’s Thailand Economic Monitor for June 2023 indicates the Thai economic recovery is projected to accelerate. The World Bank’s forecast for 2023 Thai GDP growth has also been revised upward to 3.9 percent due to stronger than expected external demand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299835-pm-expresses-confidence-in-economic-policies-as-world-bank-raises-outlook-for-thai-economy/

 

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