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Buffalo calf rescued after horn entanglement in Buriram
by Samantha Rose

 

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A peculiar incident occurred yesterday, January 27, when a buffalo calf, entangled in the curved horns of its grandmother, was rescued in Buriram.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318318-buffalo-calf-rescued-after-horn-entanglement-in-buriram/

 

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Thailand plans Philippines tie-up for 75th anniversary bash
by Bob Scott

 

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Picture of Coron, Palawan in the Philippines courtesy of Stay in Thailand


Thailand’s Deputy Director General for East Asian Affairs Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry is gearing up to boost social, cultural and economic ties with the Philippines to celebrate three quarters of a century of bilateral relations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318322-thailand-plans-philippines-tie-up-for-75th-anniversary-bash/

 

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Teenage murder prompts debate in Thailand: Should kids face adult punishments?

 

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A shocking murder recently committed by a group of boys aged 13 to 16 has prompted a big question in Thailand. Should children who commit serious crimes be sentenced as harshly as adult criminals?

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318328-teenage-murder-prompts-debate-in-thailand-should-kids-face-adult-punishments/

 

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Thai man rapes daughter and stepdaughter, mother turns blind eye
by Petch Petpailin

 

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Police arrested a Thai father for repeatedly raping his biological daughter and stepdaughter over a 10- year period. One of the victims became pregnant while the victims’ mother chose to turn a blind eye to the sexual assaults.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318329-thai-man-rapes-daughter-and-stepdaughter-mother-turns-blind-eye/

 

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Student stabbed to death at a municipal school in Bangkok

 

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A secondary education student was fatally stabbed by a classmate at a municipal school in Bangkok’s Suan Luang district this morning. The victim died shortly after arriving at hospital.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318335-student-stabbed-to-death-at-a-municipal-school-in-bangkok/

 

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Phumtham insists government think ahead if Thailand is to progress

 

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The government must think laterally and ahead, otherwise Thailand will become bogged down and will not move forward. This has been the case over the past ten years and the people will continue to struggle to make ends meet, Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said today when defending the government’s “digital wallet” scheme.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318342-phumtham-insists-government-think-ahead-if-thailand-is-to-progress/

 

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China to lend Thailand a new panda – PM

 

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This handout from the Royal Thai Government taken and released on January 29, 2024 shows Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin (R) shaking hands with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Bangkok. (Photo by Handout / ROYAL THAI GOVERNMENT / AFP)

 

China has agreed to lend a new panda to Thailand and has expressed interest in the land bridge mega project, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today, following his discussion with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318343-china-to-lend-thailand-a-new-panda-–-pm/

 

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Suspected young knife attacker requires psychiatric assessment

 

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The secondary education student who allegedly stabbed his classmate to death at a Bangkok school this morning will be sent for psychiatric assessment, said Pol Col Vachirakorn Wongboon, superintendent of Khlong Tan police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318347-suspected-young-knife-attacker-requires-psychiatric-assessment/

 

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Northern Thailand Sees Major Decrease in Forest Fires

 

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CHIANG MAI (NNT) - Protected Areas Regional Office 16 Director Kritsayam Kongsatree has reported that proactive patrolling in Chiang Mai and nearby northern areas has resulted in a 79% decrease in forest fires this year, with only 67 hotspots detected since January 1.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318348-northern-thailand-sees-major-decrease-in-forest-fires/

 

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Google Leads Thailand's Top 50 Employers Ranking

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - WorkVenture released its "Top 50 Companies in Thailand 2024" list at a recent gala dinner, with Google maintaining its position as the most desirable employer for the sixth year in a row. The survey, which included over 11,452 young professionals aged 22 to 35 with at least a bachelor's degree from Bangkok and surrounding areas, provides a comprehensive look at the Thai labor market in 2024.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318350-google-leads-thailands-top-50-employers-ranking/

 

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Government Addresses Youth Issues Through Political Inclusion

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - In response to the increasing issues faced by the youth, including drug abuse, violence, mental health deterioration, and financial troubles, government agencies are emphasizing the need to listen to young people and enhance their participation in politics. This approach was highlighted during the "Learn Len Hen Local" event, organized by the Ministry of Interior's Department of Local Administration (DLA), Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), and Social Innovation and Youth (SIY) at the TK Palace Hotel & Convention in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318351-government-addresses-youth-issues-through-political-inclusion/

 

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Thailand’s Perception Towards Migrants Improves Despite Media Bias

 

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How do you feel about migrant workers? How do you feel about migrants in general? How much of those feelings are shaped by the media? Amid the rising tide of inflammatory misinformation, it becomes that much more important for media outlets to commit to responsible journalism and provide balanced depictions of migrants and migration issues.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318353-thailand’s-perception-towards-migrants-improves-despite-media-bias/

 

 

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Thai FM Joins Regional Efforts to Discuss Myanmar Issues

 

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LUANG PRABANG, Jan 29 (TNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and  Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-nukara joined discussions on helping Myanmar find a durable solution, highlighting the need to redouble efforts to move forward the 5-Point Consensus (5PC) as he was attending the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat (AMM Retreat) in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318354-thai-fm-joins-regional-efforts-to-discuss-myanmar-issues/

 

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Thai jewellery industry urged to focus on sustainable manufacturing

 

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The Gem and Jewellery Institute of Thailand (GIT) urged Thai jewellery producers to bolster their focus on sustainable manufacturing. The call to action comes amid growing customer interest in the ethical and environmental considerations of the industry.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318355-thai-jewellery-industry-urged-to-focus-on-sustainable-manufacturing/

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Formula Hmong Racing Enthusiasts Echo through the Mountains

 

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BANGKOK, Jan 29 (TNA) – Hmong hill tribe people drove their “Formula Hmong” wooden carts, racing down the hills as part of the indigenous people’s way of life in northern Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318356-formula-hmong-racing-enthusiasts-echo-through-the-mountains/

 

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Thai woman fatally attacked with knife, secret affair suspected as motive

 

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Police are searching for a killer who fatally attacked a Thai woman with a knife in the northern province of Sukhothai. The motive for the murder is suspected to be a secret affair and jealousy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318357-thai-woman-fatally-attacked-with-knife-secret-affair-suspected-as-motive/

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Veteran actor Kraison Saenganan defrauded of 7 million baht in investment scam

 

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Former actor Kraison Saenganan fell victim to an online scam that swindled him out of nearly 7 million baht (US$196,629), a significant sum that came to light when he filed a police report in Bangkok. The 66 year old veteran of the silver screen, also known by his screen name Leela Mekintharin, was duped by a fraudulent investment scheme that led to a substantial financial loss.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318358-veteran-actor-kraison-saenganan-defrauded-of-7-million-baht-in-investment-scam/

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Bangkok battles severe PM2.5 pollution, health warnings issued

 

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Bangkok and several provinces across Thailand are currently grappling with dangerously high levels of PM2.5 particulate matter, exceeding standard pollution values and posing a significant health risk. Bangkok’s Phra Khanong district recorded the highest levels, urging the public to wear masks outdoors at all times for protection.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318359-bangkok-battles-severe-pm25-pollution-health-warnings-issued/

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Bangkok drug bust: 5 foreign drug dealers arrested, 5 others still at large

 

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Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB) officers arrested five foreign drug dealers for trading illicit narcotics in the Sukhumvit and Nana neighbourhoods of Bangkok and detained nine others for violating the Immigration Act.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318360-bangkok-drug-bust-5-foreign-drug-dealers-arrested-5-others-still-at-large/

 

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Russian-sanctioned rock band arrested in Phuket and face deportation to Russia

 

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The Russian-sanctioned rock band Bi-2, which includes four Israeli citizens was arrested in Phuket last Thursday for performing without appropriate permits, Israeli media reported. The members of the band were all fined, had their passports confiscated, and were taken to a detention center.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318361-russian-sanctioned-rock-band-arrested-in-phuket-and-face-deportation-to-russia/

 

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Move Forward MP denies involvement in extortion attempt

 

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A Move Forward party MP has denied a suggestion that he was a part of a gang which tried to extort 1.5 million baht from the director-general of the Rice Department.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318363-move-forward-mp-denies-involvement-in-extortion-attempt/

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Bangkok Governor Inspects School Where Student Stabbed to Death

 

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BANGKOK, Jan 29 (TNA) – The Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has visited the site to investigate the incident where a secondary school student was stabbed by another student during the morning assembly on Monday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318364-bangkok-governor-inspects-school-where-student-stabbed-to-death/

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