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BANGKOK (NNT) - An eight-party alliance seeking to form Thailand’s next government reaffirmed its backing for Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister, Pita said on Monday, despite his defeat last week in a parliamentary vote.

 

Eight-Party Alliance Reaffirms Pita Ahead of Second Parliamentary Vote

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1300993-eight-party-alliance-reaffirms-pita-ahead-of-second-parliamentary-vote/

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US ‘concerned’ about developments in legal system after Thailand’s election

 

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WASHINGTON – The United States is concerned about developments in Thailand’s legal system, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on Monday, after two separate complaints against the leader of the party that won the most seats in a May 14 election.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301019-us-‘concerned’-about-developments-in-legal-system-after-thailand’s-election/

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Tragic twist: Aussie teen’s suspicious death in Thailand fuels family’s heartfelt repatriation quest
by Bob Scott 

 

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The heartbroken family of a loving, larger-than-life Australian teenager is currently engaged in a poignant mission to repatriate his body after his suspicious death in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301034-tragic-twist-aussie-teen’s-suspicious-death-in-thailand-fuels-family’s-heartfelt-repatriation-quest/

 

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Fake NATO military doctor arrested for romance scam
by Petch Petpailin 

 

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Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers arrested a Thai man involved in a romance scam. The swindler deceived victims by claiming he was a military doctor for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) looking to relocate to Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301035-fake-nato-military-doctor-arrested-for-romance-scam/

 

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Thailand Aims to Attract 25.8 Million Asian Tourists in 2024
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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National — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is planning to attract 25.8 million tourists from short-haul countries next year, 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301037-thailand-aims-to-attract-258-million-asian-tourists-in-2024/

 

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Thai baht’s unexpected surge makes a splash, takes the lead in Asian currency gains
by Alex Morgan

 

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In an unexpected buoy of currency today, the Thai baht took the lead in Asian currency gains, reaching a two-month apex. This surge, of 0.9%, comes in the wake of strong hopes for the resolution of Thailand‘s political deadlock and a waning US dollar, factors that buoyed the sentiments of investors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301038-thai-baht’s-unexpected-surge-makes-a-splash-takes-the-lead-in-asian-currency-gains/

 

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Pattaya Police Chief Teams Up with Kuwaiti Ambassador to Tackle Kuwaiti Motorbike Racers
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Pattaya — The captain of the Pattaya police met with the Kuwaiti ambassador on Monday, July 17th, to find solutions to troublesome Kuwaiti motorbike racers in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301041-pattaya-police-chief-teams-up-with-kuwaiti-ambassador-to-tackle-kuwaiti-motorbike-racers/

 

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Temple incident: Monk prompts killing of dog in Chiang Mai causes public outrage
by Samantha Rose

 

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A shocking incident at a temple in Saming Nuea, Chiang Mai, saw the temple’s leading monk command a follower to shoot and kill a dog, according to an anonymous source on July 17.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301043-temple-incident-monk-prompts-killing-of-dog-in-chiang-mai-causes-public-outrage/

 

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Thai drug crime: Over 1000 suspects nabbed in major Thai southern provinces
by Mitch Connor

 

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In a sweeping operation against Thai drug crime, spanning seven southern provinces, over a thousand suspects have been put behind bars.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301047-thai-drug-crime-over-1000-suspects-nabbed-in-major-thai-southern-provinces/

 

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South Pattaya Residents Fed Up with Restaurants Allegedly Throwing Trash in Canal
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Pattaya — Residents in South Pattaya are frustrated with canal-side restaurants for allegedly disposing of wastewater and trash in the canal water.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301063-south-pattaya-residents-fed-up-with-restaurants-allegedly-throwing-trash-in-canal/

 

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Ayutthaya farmer dies in motorcycle crash a week after recovering from previous accident
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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A farmer‘s late-night return trip ended in tragedy when his motorcycle swerved off the road and collided with a tree.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301070-ayutthaya-farmer-dies-in-motorcycle-crash-a-week-after-recovering-from-previous-accident/

 

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Thai and Russian FMs Meet in Phuket to Discuss Regional and Global Issues
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

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PRESS RELEASE:

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai held a meeting with visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the southern island of Phuket on Saturday (15 July).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301073-thai-and-russian-fms-meet-in-phuket-to-discuss-regional-and-global-issues/

 

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Monsoon forecast triggers flood alerts across Thailand, mariners advised caution
by Samantha Rose 

 

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The Thai Meteorological Department forecasted inclement weather for the next 24 hours due to a strong southwesterly monsoon hovering over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301074-monsoon-forecast-triggers-flood-alerts-across-thailand-mariners-advised-caution/

 

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Thailand’s FDA warns against personal use of dengue testing kits amid increasing cases
by Mitch Connor 

 

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In an urgent public appeal, Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cautioned against personal use of dengue testing kits.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301075-thailand’s-fda-warns-against-personal-use-of-dengue-testing-kits-amid-increasing-cases/

 

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As it happens: Pita’s second shot at becoming PM

 

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Move Forward PM candidate Pita Limjaroenrat will try again today to secure the premiership. Ahead of him are a range of possible scenarios, so join us at Thai PBS World for trusted, detailed and accurate reporting from start to finish.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301076-as-it-happens-pita’s-second-shot-at-becoming-pm/

 

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Bangkok family tragedy: 2 lives lost in townhouse fire, extensive injuries to 3 more

by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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In the early hours of this morning, tragedy struck in the form of a fire that engulfed a five-story townhouse in Bangkok, claiming two lives and leaving three extensively injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1301079-bangkok-family-tragedy-2-lives-lost-in-townhouse-fire-extensive-injuries-to-3-more/

 

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