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Monkey Gangs Brawl over Food

 

 

LOPBURI, July 5 (TNA) – Three rival monkey gangs battled for favorite food on a road near the ancient temple in Lop Buri.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299839-monkey-gangs-brawl-over-food/

 

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Direct flights from Hong Kong return to Koh Samui for first time in 3 years

 

FILE PHOTO: Flickr/BenGrantham

 

Bangkok Airways has resumed its direct service between Hong Kong and Koh Samui, following a 3 year hiatus during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Phuket Express reports that tourism officials welcomed the return of the first direct flight after the suspension was lifted.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299840-direct-flights-from-hong-kong-return-to-koh-samui-for-first-time-in-3-years/

 

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Marine department pushing for cruise ship terminals in Phuket, Pattaya, Samui

 

Facebook/Phuket Sumo Transfer Service

 

Officials at Thailand’s Marine Department have put forward a proposal to develop dedicated cruise ship terminals in Phuket, Pattaya and on Koh Samui. The Bangkok Post reports that the department says the terminals would enable these key destinations to tap into a fast-growing tourism market.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299841-marine-department-pushing-for-cruise-ship-terminals-in-phuket-pattaya-samui/

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Pattani conflict escalates: Negotiator killed

 

Photo by Abdullah Benjakat, Bangkok Post

 

An escalation in the conflict between armed militia and security forces in Pattani province yesterday saw two fatalities and one arrest. In a coordinated operation, government forces succeeded in fatally shooting an armed militant and detaining a woman. The unfortunate loss of a local official, who was involved in peaceful negotiations, also transpired amidst the crossfire. The incident took place in the Khok Pho district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299842-pattani-conflict-escalates-negotiator-killed/

 

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MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s wealth disclosure unveils assets of 85 million baht

 

PHOTO: Facebook/Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์

 

The Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) today revealed details of the financial standing of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat. The details, intriguing as they are, highlight the scale and spread of his assets and liabilities, which total 85 million baht (US$2.4 million) and 20 million baht (US$573,000) respectively, Sanook reported.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299844-mfp-leader-pita-limjaroenrat’s-wealth-disclosure-unveils-assets-of-85-million-baht/

 

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Chon Buri police and victims seek joint probe in extortion case worth 140 million baht

 

Photo courtesy of talk-business.co.uk

 

Chon Buri Police and the Victims’ Crime Aid Society president, Achariya Ruangratanapong, lodged a formal complaint at the Attorney General’s Office calling for a joint investigation into a 140 million baht extortion gambling case. The plea was made today, alleging that several officers unfairly faced accusations in the scandal.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299845-chon-buri-police-and-victims-seek-joint-probe-in-extortion-case-worth-140-million-baht/

 

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Gunshots fired during altercation between foreigner and locals in Phuket

 

Photo by The Phuket Express

 

A heated argument between a man from Myanmar and a group of Thais escalated into a Wild West shootout.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299846-gunshots-fired-during-altercation-between-foreigner-and-locals-in-phuket/

 

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Verbal abuse of Singaporean tourist leads to Phuket van driver being fined 1,000 baht

 

Photo courtesy of The Phuket News

 

In a show of justice for tourists in Phuket, a 47 year old van driver who verbally abused a tourist last Sunday has been legally reprimanded. The driver was imposed with a fine of 1,000 baht by the local court for frightening others with the use of threat (intimidation).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299847-verbal-abuse-of-singaporean-tourist-leads-to-phuket-van-driver-being-fined-1000-baht/

 

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British student’s harrowing balcony plunge leaves him fighting for life in a Thailand hospital

 

Picture courtesy of the Heathcock family

 

A British student is fighting for his life in hospital after a harrowing fall from a hotel balcony in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299848-british-student’s-harrowing-balcony-plunge-leaves-him-fighting-for-life-in-a-thailand-hospital/

 

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Family dispute turns fatal, three killed in Khon Kaen dinner altercation

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a tragic turn of events, three people lost their lives in a violent incident in the Nong Song Hong district of Khon Kaen province. The unfortunate event last night unfolded when a family dispute over dinner escalated into deadly violence, taking the lives of a woman, her daughter, and their son-in-law.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299849-family-dispute-turns-fatal-three-killed-in-khon-kaen-dinner-altercation/

 

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No time limit for selection of PM : House speaker-elect

 

 

House speaker-elect Wan Muhamad Noor Matha said Wednesday that there is no limit to how many times parliament will meet to select the prime minister and Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat will not necessarily be the sole prime ministerial candidate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299832-parliament-to-select-new-prime-minister-on-july-13/?do=findComment&comment=18184582

 

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Malaysians Lead the Pack as Thailand Welcomes 13 Million International Tourists

 

 

Thailand has welcomed 13 million international tourists from the beginning of this year to June 25th, with Malaysian tourists spearheading the influx.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299855-malaysians-lead-the-pack-as-thailand-welcomes-13-million-international-tourists/

 

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