Targeted Emergency Alert System to Be Put in Place

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 6 (TNA) – The Digital Economy and Society Ministry (DES) along with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), has taken immediate action to implement a targeted emergency alert system, utilizing cell broadcast technology.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308508-targeted-emergency-alert-system-to-be-put-in-place/

 

One Million Baht Payout Approved for Each Deceased Victim of Mall Shooting

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 6 (TNA) – One million baht in compensation has been approved for each victim who was killed in the shooting at the Siam Paragon mall on Oct3.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308509-one-million-baht-payout-approved-for-each-deceased-victim-of-mall-shooting/

 

Thai singer apologises after controversial comments on Siam Paragon shooting

 

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Thai singer Ning Eileen faced a backlash after making controversial comments about a violent incident at a Siam Paragon mall in Bangkok that resulted in the death of two women and injuries to five people. Her remarks, seen by many as insensitive, triggered a wave of criticism, forcing the 30 year old singer to issue a public apology.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308510-thai-singer-apologises-after-controversial-comments-on-siam-paragon-shooting/

 

Police pursue ‘Quick Win’ transformation: Thai force targets efficiency and trust

 

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The Royal Thai Police have launched a fast-track programme, Quick Win, focusing on five key areas to transform the police force into a more efficient and trusted organisation. The spokesman for the National Police Office, Aachayan Kritong, revealed the initiative today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308511-police-pursue-‘quick-win’-transformation-thai-force-targets-efficiency-and-trust/

Internal feud rocks Pheu Thai Party: Chalerm Ubumrung severs ties with Thaksin Shinawatra

 

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An internal feud within the ruling Pheu Thai Party is causing ripples in Thailand’s political circles, with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin calling for dialogue to resolve the conflict.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308514-internal-feud-rocks-pheu-thai-party-chalerm-ubumrung-severs-ties-with-thaksin-shinawatra/

 

Thai billionaire’s fortune plummets: Freelance girlfriend accused of fraud, theft

 

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A 70 year old Thai billionaire accused his freelance prostitute girlfriend of 18 years of fraud and stealing from him after his wealth dwindled from billions to just under 10 million baht. The accusation by the man alleges that his 45 year old female partner tricked him into selling his luxury car and property.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308515-thai-billionaire’s-fortune-plummets-freelance-girlfriend-accused-of-fraud-theft/

 

Online fraud cases in Thailand soar to 365,000 with 45 billion baht loss

 

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Over the past one and a half years, a staggering 365,000 online fraud cases have been reported, inflicting a massive loss of 45 billion baht, revealed Deputy Government Spokesperson, Karom Phonphonklang.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308516-online-fraud-cases-in-thailand-soar-to-365000-with-45-billion-baht-loss/

 

Taxi Driver Arrested for Stealing Passenger’s Phone and Transferring Almost a Million Baht

 

 

A taxi driver seized an opportunity on a forgotten phone from his passenger and transferred almost a million baht to his own bank account. He was later arrested in Samut Songkhram.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308518-taxi-driver-arrested-for-stealing-passenger’s-phone-and-transferring-almost-a-million-baht/

 

3 Thai men admit to killing their drug-addicted friend in car in Bangkok

 

 

Three Thai men surrendered to police after killing their drug-addicted friend in a car in Bangkok. They claimed that they became angry when the deceased lost control of his senses and tried to grab the steering wheel while the car was moving.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308519-3-thai-men-admit-to-killing-their-drug-addicted-friend-in-car-in-bangkok/

 

Bangkok man arrested with illegal firearm during routine patrol

 

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During a routine patrol in Bangkok, the vigilant Sai Mai police force yesterday stumbled upon a disturbing discovery that led to the apprehension of a 38 year old man, who goes by the name Thanachai, or Noy. The illicit item in question was an illegal firearm, specifically a modified Thai-made BB gun, accompanied by a cache of four .22 bullets.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308520-bangkok-man-arrested-with-illegal-firearm-during-routine-patrol/

 

Pattaya Nightlife Businesses Happy with Planned Later Closing Times

 

 

Entertainment venue operators in Pattaya are generally pleased with the Prime Minister’s plan to extend the closing hours to 1 AM to boost the economy in tourist hotspot areas, which will likely include Pattaya.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308521-pattaya-nightlife-businesses-happy-with-planned-later-closing-times/

 

Phuket beach vendors petition new governor to sell stuff on Surin Beach

 

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If the past Governor doesn’t vote in your favour, just try the same requests with the new Governor.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308522-phuket-beach-vendors-petition-new-governor-to-sell-stuff-on-surin-beach/

 

Marshland hideout proves futile for Thai drug smuggler apprehended in northern Thailand

 

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Phichit Police, apprehended a 25 year old drug smuggler after he was found hiding in a marshland, having fled from authorities in northern Thailand. The drug smuggler, Natthanon, was discovered in a shivering state due to being submerged in marsh water for two days, enduring rain and cold without food.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308523-marshland-hideout-proves-futile-for-thai-drug-smuggler-apprehended-in-northern-thailand/

Elephant’s final stampede: Fearless handler’s mysterious forest demise in Buriram

 

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A 61 year old volunteer elephant handler, known for his fearlessness around elephants, mysteriously vanished and was later discovered dead after being trampled by a wild elephant in the heart of a forest in Buriram Province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308524-elephant’s-final-stampede-fearless-handler’s-mysterious-forest-demise-in-buriram/

 

Bangkok mall shooting suspect in psychiatric institute for observation

 

Ambulances and police vehicles are seen outside Siam Paragon shopping centre in Bangkok on October 3, 2023. / AFP

 

The 14-year-old suspect in the shopping mall shooting has been sent to the Galya Rajanagarindra Institute for 5 days for psychiatric assessment by specialists, Komol Prompeng, deputy director-general of the Department of Juvenile Observation and Protection said today (Friday).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308528-bangkok-mall-shooting-suspect-in-psychiatric-institute-for-observation/

DPM Ensures Swift Constitutional Reform

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - In a recent parliamentary session, the clarity of establishing a committee to study the approach to conducting a public referendum for constitutional amendment and the direction of constitutional changes for a new draft was questioned by the opposition.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308529-dpm-ensures-swift-constitutional-reform/

 

Thailand Highlights Low Carbon Future

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - At the ESG Symposium 2023, part of the Sustainability Expo 2023, discussions highlighted Thailand’s shift towards a low-carbon society. Emphasis was placed on implementing ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategies to support the country’s sustainability objectives and align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308530-thailand-highlights-low-carbon-future/

 

Excise Dept Asked to Extend Electric Car Incentives

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - A proposal has been raised with the Excise Department, seeking to extend the registration deadline for state-subsidized electric vehicles (EVs).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308531-excise-dept-asked-to-extend-electric-car-incentives/

 

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