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Phuket officials inspect fireworks shops following Narathiwat tragedy

By Peter Roche

 

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PHOTO: National News Bureau of Thailand


Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has tasked officials with inspecting all fireworks shops on the island, following a devastating explosion in the south of the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302309-phuket-officials-inspect-fireworks-shops-following-narathiwat-tragedy/

 

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House Fire in Na Jomtien Causes Over 15 Million Baht in Damages, Says Owner
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Sattahip — Expensive assets, including gold and diamond jewelry, cash, and important documents worth over 15 million baht were damaged in a house fire in Na Jomtien within the Sattahip district, this afternoon, August 1st, 2023.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302310-house-fire-in-na-jomtien-causes-over-15-million-baht-in-damages-says-owner/

 

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Hua Hin's local radio station Surf FM has re-branded to SURF Radio
 

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The radio station started life 20 years ago by Mr. Pongsawatch Charoennithithat with a vision to provide English radio for expat residents and visitors to the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302307-hua-hins-local-radio-station-surf-fm-has-re-branded-to-surf-radio/

 

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Revving up for justice: RTP launches covert crackdown on rogue motorcycle clubs
by Top 

 

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Picture courtesy of Pattaya News.

 

A countdown is underway for five prominent foreign motorcycle clubs that have been operating covertly within Thailand‘s borders.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302295-thai-police-pledge-to-eradicate-foreign-motorcycle-clubs-involved-in-alleged-criminal-activities/?do=findComment&comment=18244121

 

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Thai Police Arrest Gambling Debtor Fleeing with Gold Jewelry Worth Thousands

 

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On August 1, 2023, at 8:00 am, an operation led by Pol. Lt. Col. Phong-anan Klai-klung, Deputy Commander of Division 9, and Pol. Lt. Col. Teerachai Dedkad, Chief of Staff of Division 9, along with officers from the Investigation Division and Special Operations Division of Division 9, resulted in the arrest of Mr. Tes, 25, who was fleeing after stealing gold jewelry worth 163,250 Baht from a gold shop at Lotus Bangkhunthian, Rama 2 Road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302315-thai-police-arrest-gambling-debtor-fleeing-with-gold-jewelry-worth-thousands-of-baht/

 

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Local Residents Capture Video of Foreign Mafia Intimidating Tourists at Pattaya Viewpoint

 

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Concerned citizens have shared a 1-minute 39-second video revealing a group of foreign men, aged around 20-30 years, dressed in black shirts and long black pants, brandishing guns and threatening a group of international tourists at a viewpoint in Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302316-local-residents-capture-video-of-foreign-mafia-intimidating-tourists-at-pattaya-viewpoint/

 

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Chinese businessman driving a Fortuner hit and killed a pedestrian while crossing Rama 2 Road

 

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Picture: Thai Rath

 

On August 1, 2023, at 18:00, a Chinese businessman driving a Ferrari with a red license plate collided with a pedestrian in Samut Songkhram, Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302317-chinese-businessman-drives-ferrari-and-hits-pedestrian/

 

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Brazen robbery at Hua Hin gold shop: Thief dressed as FoodPanda rider flees with necklaces worth 300,000 THB
By Online Reporter

 

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A thief dressed as a FoodPanda delivery rider struck a well-known gold shop in Hua Hin on Tuesday, brazenly escaping with a haul of gold necklaces worth nearly 300,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302319-brazen-robbery-at-hua-hin-gold-shop-thief-dressed-as-foodpanda-rider-flees-with-necklaces-worth-300000-thb/

 

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Tourism revival in Thailand risks airport slot overcrowding, suggests alternative options
by Alex Morgan 

 

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Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In anticipation of the upcoming high season, Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) has expressed concerns over the slot capacity at international airports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302334-tourism-revival-in-thailand-risks-airport-slot-overcrowding-suggests-alternative-options/

 

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Family feud over dinner turns fatal as man in northern Thailand kills father
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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In a tragic act of family violence, a 32 year old man fatally slashed his father after a dispute over eating rice in the family farm hut, in Ban Tat, Non Sung District, Udon Thani province in northeastern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302340-family-feud-over-dinner-turns-fatal-as-man-in-northern-thailand-kills-father/

 

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Major landslide warning for 45 provinces as Thailand braces for heavy rainfall due to tropical storm
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Spooky forest at dusk, ominous storm clouds gather generated by artificial intelligence
Picture courtesy of vecstock, Freepik

 

Continual rainfall appears to be holding Thailand under its reign. The Thai Meteorology Department (TMD) warned of potential landslides in 45 provinces, including Bangkok. The precipitation accumulation could lead to sudden flooding and running forest water in the northern, eastern, and western southern provinces. Residents in these locations are advised to be cautious, especially around mountainous areas, or near river paths.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302341-major-landslide-warning-for-45-provinces-as-thailand-braces-for-heavy-rainfall-due-to-tropical-storm/

 

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Thai NHSO launches homegrown rubber prosthetic fistula, expects 540 million baht savings
by Mitch Connor

 

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Moving towards medical self-sustainability while concurrently conserving expenses, Thailand’s National Health Security Office (NHSO) has come up with an innovative solution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302342-thai-nhso-launches-homegrown-rubber-prosthetic-fistula-expects-540-million-baht-savings/

 

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Dramatic speedboat manoeuvres issue stern warning to operators and tourists (video)
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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Picture courtesy of เหยี่ยวข่าว ภูเก็ต Newshawk Phuket Facebook.

 

Dramatic documentation of three speedboats manoeuvring massive 5-metre waves in the Krabi Sea issued a stern warning to the boat operators and tourists to remain cautious.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302343-dramatic-speedboat-manoeuvres-issue-stern-warning-to-operators-and-tourists-video/

 

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Tissue dreams ahead: Kuma Thailand to build dedicated factory in five years
by Alex Morgan

 

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Photo courtesy of doctor_cuteboyth, twitter

 

Kuma (Thailand) Co, the parent firm of the Kuma tissue brand, is setting its sights on augmenting its production capabilities by developing a dedicated factory within the next five years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302347-tissue-dreams-ahead-kuma-thailand-to-build-dedicated-factory-in-five-years/

 

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Gunpoint drama: Thai witness captures shocking video of foreign mafia in Pattaya
by Petch Petpailin

 

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A shocking incident took place at the Voice of Navy 5 Viewpoint in Pattaya, as a Thai witness captured a distressing video of a foreign mafia member threatening a group of Asian men at gunpoint.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302316-local-residents-capture-video-of-foreign-mafia-intimidating-tourists-at-pattaya-viewpoint/?do=findComment&comment=18244943

 

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Drunk shoots neighbour in ongoing feud in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A severe case of neighbourhood conflict escalated drastically yesterday when a drunk man shot his neighbour with a shotgun in northern Thailand. Local police dashed to the scene to investigate the incident with an emergency rescue unit in Chiang Mai. The perpetrator was arrested and charged.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302350-drunk-shoots-neighbour-in-ongoing-feud-in-chiang-mai-northern-thailand/

 

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Water shortages: Thai govt mulls halting Central Plains rice farming amid anticipated drought
by Mitch Connor

 

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Thailand's central plains, Istock.

 

In a bid to counteract the effects of a potential drought, the central government of Thailand is contemplating the suspension of rice cultivation in the Central Plains region. This proposal comes alongside the potential establishment of a command centre to combat reduced rainfall and water shortages.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302351-water-shortages-thai-govt-mulls-halting-central-plains-rice-farming-amid-anticipated-drought/

 

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