Taking to the floor of parliament for the first time in six months, Move Forward party-list MP Pita Limjaroenrat talked about the garbage problems in Phuket and Samut Prakan provinces, with a stern warning that Phuket could be renamed one day by tourists as “a haven full of garbage” if the problem cannot be resolved quickly and effectively.

 

Pita warns Phuket may become a garbage hell if not addressed

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318125-pita-warns-phuket-may-become-a-garbage-hell-if-not-addressed/

American tourist found with magic mushrooms at police checkpoint in Kamala
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 

 

Photo courtesy of Phuket News

An American tourist has been arrested for the possession of magic mushrooms in Kamala, Patong, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318115-american-tourist-found-with-magic-mushrooms-at-police-checkpoint-in-kamala/

Serial petitioner Srisuwan in police custody on an extortion charge

 

 

Well-known serial petitioner Srisuwan Janya has been taken into police custody on an extortion charge, after he and two associates allegedly demanded 1.5 million baht from the director-general of the Rice Department in exchange for dropping his plan to lodge a complaint of alleged corruption against the official.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318169-serial-petitioner-srisuwan-in-police-custody-on-an-extortion-charge/

 

German Man Arrested After Stealing 86,000 Baht From Hotel in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – A young German man was arrested after he stole 86,000 baht from a hotel in Patong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318170-german-man-arrested-after-stealing-86000-baht-from-hotel-in-patong/

 

20-Car Pileup Chaos in Loei: Latex Leaks and Rain Cause Dangerous Road Conditions
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Loei—On January 25th, 2024, Loei rescue teams received accident reports on Loei-Chiang Khan Road, Loei-Wang Saphung Road, and Loei-Na Duang Road as rains started pouring, causing 20 multi-vehicle accidents in three hours.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318171-20-car-pileup-chaos-in-loei-latex-leaks-and-rain-cause-dangerous-road-conditions/

 

Thai Police Uncover Massive Drug Smuggling Network in Nationwide Crackdown
 

 

National—At 09:30 PM, on January 26th, 2024, Pol. Lt. Gen. Samran Nuanma, the Deputy Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police, and relevant officials, held a press conference on the seizure of narcotics in 8 cases across Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318173-thai-police-uncover-massive-drug-smuggling-network-in-nationwide-crackdown/

 

Positive January tourism data with the kingdom on target to welcome 3.17 million foreign visitors
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

Minister of Tourism and Sports Sudawan Wang-Suphakitkosol on Wednesday revealed figures for the first three weeks of January to January 21st. The data shows a surge in Chinese visitors.

Visa-free regime boosts Chinese interest and sentiment, while caution arises given last year’s pattern. Russian tourists with 90-day stays contribute to the robust influx, generating ฿97.911 billion in income.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318175-positive-january-tourism-data-with-the-kingdom-on-target-to-welcome-317-million-foreign-visitors/

 

Police officer jailed when he appeared before a Bangkok court after a fatal shooting on Wednesday
by James Morris and Son Nguyen

 

Police Sergeant Kiattipong, also known as Dab Pae Suwannusak. on Thursday. The Ratchada Criminal Court refused him bail and ordered him detained for a 12-day period.

The accused, not on official duty, accompanied a friend to retrieve a phone. Confronted by the victim, a professional motorbike rider, the situation escalated. Despite orders to stand down, the victim attacked the accused with a knife. Feeling threatened, the officer fired a fatal shot at the attacker threw a car window. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318176-police-officer-jailed-when-he-appeared-before-a-bangkok-court-after-a-fatal-shooting-on-wednesday/

 

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Pro-Prayut Party Distances Itself From Arrest Of Key Member In Bribe-Taking Sting
by TNR Staff

 

Deputy Premier-cum-Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, right, and  Mr. Yoswarit Chuklom, or Jeng Dokjik, left.

 

RUAM Thai Sang Chart Party, largely viewed as de facto led by former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, quickly distanced itself from the arrest of a key member in a sting operation that netted high-profile prolific petitioner Mr. Srisuwan Jaraya on bribe-taking charges, TV Channel 7 and Naewna newspaper said this evening (Jan. 26).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318169-serial-petitioner-srisuwan-in-police-custody-on-an-extortion-charge/?do=findComment&comment=18648109

Don’t Delve Into German President Making A Comparison: Pita
by TNR Staff

 

Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, left, and current Move Forward leader Chaithawat Tulathon, right, with German President  Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

 

FORMER Move Forward leader and party-listed MP Pita Limjaroenrat urged the public to not focus on any possible comparison visiting German German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier might make after holding talks with both him and Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, Manager Online and Amarin TV said today (Jan. 26).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318178-don’t-delve-into-german-president-making-a-comparison-pita/

Newin’s Son Tipped To Replace Uncle As Bhumjaithai Secretary-General
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

De facto Bhumjaithai boss Newin Chidchob’s son Chaiyachanok Chidchob. Photo: Sanook.com

 

CHAIYACHANOK CHIDCHOB, son of de facto Bhumjaithai boss Newin Chidchob, will likely be named secretary-general of the second largest coalition party in near future, a partisan source said today (Jan.26).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318179-newin’s-son-tipped-to-replace-uncle-as-bhumjaithai-secretary-general/

 

Teenagers and Foreigner Injured in Pattaya Motorcycle Crash
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Pattaya —A motorcycle accident in Pattaya on Thursday night left two 14-year-old Thai teenagers and a foreign man injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318181-teenagers-and-foreigner-injured-in-pattaya-motorcycle-crash/

Russian Rider Dies after Motorbike Crash Involving Container Truck on Samui Island
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Samui Island, Surat Thani –A Russian rider died after his motorbike crashed before he was run over by a container truck on Samui Island.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318182-russian-rider-dies-after-motorbike-crash-involving-container-truck-on-samui-island/

Missing Chinese Tourist From Nakhon Si Thammarat Found on Pha Ngan Island
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Surat Thani – A missing female Chinese tourist in Nakhon Si Thammarat was found safe on Pha Ngan Island in Surat Thani.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318183-missing-chinese-tourist-from-nakhon-si-thammarat-found-on-pha-ngan-island/

 

Intoxicated Man Drowns at Jomtien Beach
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A Thai man tragically drowned at Jomtien Beach on Thursday, January 25th, after he waded into the sea possibly while drunk.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318185-intoxicated-man-drowns-at-jomtien-beach/

Young mother jailed due to ID theft scam sparks cybersecurity overhaul
by Nattapong Westwood

 

PHOTO: via vietnam plus

A mother tricked into providing her national ID card information which was subsequently used for fraudulent activities, finds herself and her six month old baby behind bars. The case has prompted an urgent call to action from authorities and the public alike, as the hunt for the criminal syndicate intensifies.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318190-young-mother-jailed-due-to-id-theft-scam-sparks-cybersecurity-overhaul/

 

Flame Jellyfish Warning at Island in Krabi
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Krabi – Swimmers are being warned of flame jellyfish at an island in Krabi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318192-flame-jellyfish-warning-at-island-in-krabi/

 

MFP Pita: Double standards in Thaksin investigation
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Puntid

 

Photo courtesy of The Japan Times

Move Forward Party (MFP) Chief Advisor Pita Limjaroenrat denied any intentional negligence in the Thaksin Shinawatra investigation, sparking controversy over alleged double standards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318193-mfp-pita-double-standards-in-thaksin-investigation/

Thai father attacks suspect who sexually assaulted his daughter
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via MGR Online

A Thai father in the southern province of Chumphon tied up and brutally attacked an alleged pedophile who reportedly sexually assaulted his 11 year old daughter. Police said they could not arrest the pervert until they got results from the victim’s medical examination.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318194-thai-father-attacks-suspect-who-sexually-assaulted-his-daughter/

 

Phatthalung Suffers Worst Flooding in 43 Years
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phatthalung, Southern Thailand–Phatthalung has suffered its worst flooding in 43 years, said local residents.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318195-phatthalung-suffers-worst-flooding-in-43-years/

Brit claims being abducted, Pattaya raid uncovers drugs, guns

 

Made up a story about being kidnapped!

 

A recent incident involving a young Englishman claiming abduction for ransom has led to a collaborative effort between the Royal Thai Police (RTP) and Interpol.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318198-brit-claims-being-abducted-pattaya-raid-uncovers-drugs-guns/

Phuket to address traffic woes with AI control systems
by Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: via Thai Newsroom

Phuket is gearing up to address its ongoing traffic congestion through the implementation of cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) traffic control systems.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318199-phuket-to-address-traffic-woes-with-ai-control-systems/

Spice heist: Thai raid uncovers fake seasoning factory, Chinese investor behind RosDee racket
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

The Thai authorities swooped on a fake seasoning powder factory, arresting five suspects and revealing a Chinese investor behind the operation. The counterfeit goods, bearing the brand name RosDee, were seized across three provinces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318200-spice-heist-thai-raid-uncovers-fake-seasoning-factory-chinese-investor-behind-rosdee-racket/

House in Bangkok deemed to have supernatural powers up for sale
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A house in Bangkok, deemed to have supernatural powers, has garnered viral attention as it goes up for sale.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318201-house-in-bangkok-deemed-to-have-supernatural-powers-up-for-sale/

Thai teachers pierce lips of 36 kids over gum mischief
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

A committee is probing a case where a Thai teacher subjected 36 seven to eight year olds to an outrageous punishment of using a safety pin to pierce the inner lips of every child in the primary 3 class at Wat Dan Samrong School in Mueang district, Samut Prakan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318203-thai-teachers-pierce-lips-of-36-kids-over-gum-mischief/

Cobra Gold will kick off next month
 

File photo : Cobra Gold Exercise

The 43rd Cobra Gold will kick off later this month for a two-week duration to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation among multinational troops, according to an informed military source.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318204-cobra-gold-will-kick-off-next-month/

 

Massive crackdown on scam calls: Over 13,000 SIM cards suspended
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

In a move to combat the surge in mobile phone-related online scams, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) has unleashed a crackdown, suspending services for 13,237 SIM cards that were being misused to make over 100 calls daily.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318207-massive-crackdown-on-scam-calls-over-13000-sim-cards-suspended/

 

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