A SWISS man who is the second husband of a Thai woman who inherited 13 million baht from her first Swiss husband upon his death in 2021 and has been missing since Jan. 8 has now confessed to having killed her, Amarin TV said this afternoon (Jan. 29).

 

Swiss Man Admits Killing Missing Thai Wife: Police
by TNR Staff 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318386-swiss-man-admits-killing-missing-thai-wife-police/

 

 

GPS gone awry

 

 

A woman, who was relying on GPS to navigate the way to visit a friend in Phrae province on Sunday, found her car stuck on a small pedestrian suspension bridge over a river.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318346-gps-gone-awry/

Student stabbed to death at a municipal school in Bangkok

 

 

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/

Suspected young knife attacker requires psychiatric assessment

 

 

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/

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

 

 

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/

Taiwanese Man Arrested in Pattaya for Overstay and Money Laundering
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — In a joint operation on Monday, Thai and Taiwanese authorities apprehended a 27-year-old Taiwanese national, Mr. Hung Hua Wang, wanted for money laundering in his home country and overstaying his visa in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318388-taiwanese-man-arrested-in-pattaya-for-overstay-and-money-laundering/

 

Tourist Police Step Up Patrols to Ensure Safety in Key Pattaya Areas
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — In a concerted effort to safeguard tourists, high-visibility patrols were conducted yesterday, January 28th, by the tourist police in several key areas of Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318389-tourist-police-step-up-patrols-to-ensure-safety-in-key-pattaya-areas/

 

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Dark news as Swiss husband confesses to a brutal murder. Thai Wife found with a card in her mouth
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

Police brought the 53-year-old suspect to the cornfield on Monday, where the decomposed body of his 46-year-old Thai wife Orathai Posee-ngarm, was found lying on its back. In a grisly development, police found her mouth sealed with duct tape and a playing card lodged in her gullet.

A day of horrifying revelations, as 53-year-old Swiss husband, Mr Roland confessed to strangling his Thai wife, Orathai Posee-ngarm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318386-swiss-man-admits-killing-missing-thai-wife-police/?do=findComment&comment=18655286

 

Efforts stepped up to tackle Hua Hin’s growing macaque population
By Online Reporter 

 

 

As part of an initiative to address the escalating problem of macaque monkeys in Hua Hin, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed between the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation and Hua Hin Municipality.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318392-efforts-stepped-up-to-tackle-hua-hin’s-growing-macaque-population/

 

Leopards seen in Kaeng Krachan National Park, just 1.5 hours from Hua Hin
By Online Reporter 

 

 

A family of leopards were recently photographed at Kaeng Krachan National Park, delighting tourists with their presence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318393-leopards-seen-in-kaeng-krachan-national-park-just-15-hours-from-hua-hin/

 

Immigration officers gets 42 years in prison for aiding drug dealers' illegal entry/exit

 

 

On January 29, 2024 news broke that the court had sentenced immigration officers and related individuals to a staggering 42 years for corruption and misconduct. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318394-immigration-officer-gets-42-years-in-prison-for-aiding-drug-dealers-illegal-entryexit/

 

Foreign Tourist Assaulted in Pattaya: Urgent Call for Authorities' Intervention

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On January 29, 2024, Pattaya city's emergency responders swiftly reacted to a distress call reporting an attack on a tourist within Soi Pattaya Sai 2, Soi 11, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. The rescue team, joined by volunteers, promptly arrived at the location to initiate an inquiry.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318395-foreign-tourist-assaulted-in-pattaya-urgent-call-for-authorities-intervention/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 30 January 2024

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318399-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-30-january-2024/

 

Bangkok’s Chinatown gears up for Lunar New Year celebrations
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

 

This year’s Lunar New Year festivities in Bangkok’s Chinatown, Yaowarat Road, will officially commence on February 10 under the auspices of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318400-bangkok’s-chinatown-gears-up-for-lunar-new-year-celebrations/

 

Bank of Thailand urged to slash interest rates amid economic struggle
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of Bank of Thailand

Pressure is mounting on the Bank of Thailand to ease the economic strain on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by slashing interest rates on commercial bank loans.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318402-bank-of-thailand-urged-to-slash-interest-rates-amid-economic-struggle/

 

Thailand’s government pushes for 500-billion-baht loan to boost economy

by Alex Morgan

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat underlined the government’s prerogative to deem the current economy as crisis-ridden, a pivotal aspect for sanctioning the 500-billion-baht loan bill to propel its digital wallet disbursement scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318404-thailand’s-government-pushes-for-500-billion-baht-loan-to-boost-economy/

 

Counterfeit Goods Seized in Patong Worth 10 Million Baht
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – More than 500 counterfeit goods were seized at shops in Patong and collectively were worth more than 10 million baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318406-counterfeit-goods-seized-in-patong-worth-10-million-baht/

 

Fertilizer factory fire in Kanchanaburi sets ablaze over 100 paint containers
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A fire broke out at a renowned fertilizer factory in Kanchanaburi province, engulfing over a hundred 200-litre paint containers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318408-fertilizer-factory-fire-in-kanchanaburi-sets-ablaze-over-100-paint-containers/

 

Extortion racket tied to anti-corruption advocate Srisuwan Janya more structured than thought
by Mitch Connor

 

PHOTO: via tpnnational.com

The extortion racket, previously linked to the anti-corruption advocate Srisuwan Janya, is more extensive and well-structured than initially suspected, according to reports from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB). The organised group, which is believed to have a mastermind, has targeted numerous individuals.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318409-extortion-racket-tied-to-anti-corruption-advocate-srisuwan-more-structured-than-thought/

 

Thai transwoman betrayed by friend and caught in Hong Kong cannabis bust
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Pat Catty

A Thai man allegedly betrayed a transwoman friend by hiding cannabis in her luggage, leading to her arrest in Hong Kong. More than 30 other victims of the Thai man came forward to expose his fraudulent behaviour.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318410-thai-transwoman-betrayed-by-friend-and-caught-in-hong-kong-cannabis-bust/

 

Thai taxi driver seeks justice after brutal axe attack and car theft
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via SiamRath

A local taxi driver sought justice after a Thai man posing as a passenger attacked him with an axe before stealing his car. The taxi driver said he was seriously injured but the police gave the attacker a lenient sentence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318411-thai-taxi-driver-seeks-justice-after-brutal-axe-attack-and-car-theft/

 

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Nakhon Si Thammarat abbot charged with animal cruelty
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

The abbot of a temple in Nakhon Si Thammarat is facing animal cruelty charges after reportedly hitting a stray dog with a stick, causing severe eye injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318412-nakhon-si-thammarat-abbot-charged-with-animal-cruelty/

 

Thailand pledges support to Laos in handling ASEAN issues
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of iStock

Thailand is prepared to back Laos in addressing the Myanmar crisis and other significant issues within the ASEAN region, according to Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318415-thailand-pledges-support-to-laos-in-handling-asean-issues/

 

Rebel Russian rock band risk deportation from Thailand today - Tim Newton Today - Jan 30

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318416-rebel-russian-rock-band-risk-deportation-from-thailand-today-tim-newton-today-jan-30/

 

Rock-solid plea: Don’t send Bi-2 back to Russia, urges Human Rights Watch director

by Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of Andrea DiCenzo.

A Human Rights Watch director pleaded with the Thai authorities not to deport a Russian rock band back to their homeland.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318417-rock-solid-plea-don’t-send-bi-2-back-to-russia-urges-human-rights-watch-director/

 

Udon Thani family terrorised nightly by local youth’s attacks
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo courtesy of GoOpgiip Kanokwan Geawjit (Facebook)

A family in Udon Thani is living in fear after their home has been persistently targeted by a local youth. The family’s residence in Nong Han district has been under siege, with objects ranging from rocks and beer bottles to dumbbells and even ping pong bombs being hurled into their property by a teenager.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318418-udon-thani-family-terrorised-nightly-by-local-youth’s-attacks/

 

Foreign man refuses to pay fare and bites Bolt driver in Pattaya
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via KhaoSod

A Thai Bolt driver in Pattaya reached out to a news agency after a foreign man refused to pay his transport fare and bit him, leaving him with a cut lip.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318421-foreign-man-refuses-to-pay-fare-and-bites-bolt-driver-in-pattaya/

Axe hangs over Thailand’s reform movement as Move Forward faces judgment day

By Thai PBS World’s Political Desk

 

 

After witnessing its figurehead, Pita Limjaroenrat, cleared in his media shareholding case last week, the opposition-leading Move Forward Party will be keeping its fingers crossed as the Constitutional Court prepares to issue another verdict on Wednesday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318424-axe-hangs-over-thailand’s-reform-movement-as-move-forward-faces-judgment-day/

 

Bumrungrad Hospital battles online investment scam
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Bumrungrad Hospital executives in Bangkok filed a complaint with the Cyber Police, targeting a fraudulent page that falsely claimed to represent the hospital in an online investment scam.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318430-bumrungrad-hospital-battles-online-investment-scam/

 

Hua Hin municipality advances plans for “Man Fighting Shark” sculpture
By Online Reporter 

 

 

Municipal authorities held a meeting on Monday (Jan 29) to discuss the creation of a new landmark sculpture, “Man Fighting Shark.”

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318433-hua-hin-municipality-advances-plans-for-“man-fighting-shark”-sculpture/