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Indian Man Found Dead Floating in Sea Near Pattaya Walking Street

 

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A male tourist, believed to be of Indian nationality, was found floating dead off the coast of Pattaya’s Walking Street on Thursday morning, February 1st. The discovery was made around 10:30 AM near Soi 14, prompting a swift response from local authorities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318644-indian-man-found-dead-floating-in-sea-near-pattaya-walking-street/

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British couple’s near fatal motorbike crash in Thailand leads to a romantic hospital proposal
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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In a tale of love, resilience, and an unexpected proposal, a British couple from Durham, in the northeast of England, found themselves thrust into the spotlight after a near-fatal motorbike crash during what was supposed to be a dreamy 28-day Thai vacation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318673-british-couple’s-motorbike-crash-in-thailand-leads-to-a-romantic-hospital-proposal/

 

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British Teacher Who Allegedly Molested a Minor arrested in Thailand

By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

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Thailand –A British teacher who allegedly took away a minor from her guardians and molested her in Phuket many years ago was arrested in Chiang Mai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318671-british-teacher-who-allegedly-molested-a-minor-arrested-in-thailand/

 

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Constitutional Court Already Turned Into ‘Superpower’ Agency: Academic
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

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THE CONSTITUTIONAL COURT has practically become a “superpower” agency which could put an end to policies and resolutions made by those in the legislative branch and hand them severe penalties, according to a noted academic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318676-constitutional-court-already-turned-into-‘superpower’-agency-academic/

 

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Thai parties unite to amend Referendum Act for easier constitution change
by Mitch Connor

 

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Thailand’s leading political parties, Pheu Thai and Move Forward, are joining forces to amend the country’s Referendum Act.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318678-thai-parties-unite-to-amend-referendum-act-for-easier-constitution-change/

 

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Thailand’s rice exports expected to drop 14.4% amid global competition
by Alex Morgan

 

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A projected drop of 14.4% in Thailand’s rice exports is anticipated for this year, due to a combination of reduced production and increased global competition, as reported by the Foreign Trade Department.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318689-thailand’s-rice-exports-expected-to-drop-144-amid-global-competition/

 

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Health alert: Your favourite grilled pork buffet could be killing you
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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The Ministry of Public Health (MPH) issued a dire warning to all Moo Kratha enthusiasts, exposing the perilous health risks lurking behind the seemingly innocent Thai barbeque-style grilled pork.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318690-health-alert-your-favourite-grilled-pork-buffet-could-be-killing-you/

 

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Central Group grabs Ploenchit Road for record-breaking 16 million baht per square metre
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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The land price per square wah in the heart of Bangkok is set to smash records, with Central Group snatching up a plot on Ploenchit Road from the Sukosol family at 4 million baht per square wa (16 million baht per square metre).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318691-central-group-grabs-ploenchit-road-for-record-breaking-16-million-baht-per-square-metre/

 

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Drunk officer leaves 12 year old boy in critical condition after hit-and-run (video)
by Petch Petpailin 

 

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A reckless police officer under the influence of alcohol crashed his pickup into a motorcycle and dragged a 12 year old boy along the road in the Isaan province of Roi Et, leaving the victim hospitalised and in critical condition.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318692-drunk-officer-leaves-12-year-old-boy-in-critical-condition-after-hit-and-run-video/

 

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Hua Hin Mayor engages in talks to revitalize old train station area
By Online Reporter 

 

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Hua Hin Mayor, Nopporn Wutthikul, along with key municipal officials, held a meeting on January 31, 2024, with Pornchai Nusit, the Chief of Hua Hin Railway Station, to discuss the refurbishment of the area surrounding the old Hua Hin Train Station.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318698-hua-hin-mayor-engages-in-talks-to-revitalize-old-train-station-area/

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Court verdict deals with crux of matter

 

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If Move Forward was a rebellious teenager and its rivals were the parents, Wednesday’s ruling by the Constitutional Court was a “You are grounded” order, to say the least. No outsider can really tell who is right and who is wrong.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318710-court-verdict-deals-with-crux-of-matter/

 

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Srettha to call Cambodian PM about air pollution from his country

 

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said yesterday that he will call his Cambodian counterpart, Hun Manet, to discuss the transboundary airborne pollution being generated by the many hotspots in Cambodia.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318711-srettha-to-call-cambodian-pm-about-air-pollution-from-his-country/

 

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Opposition parties dine together in a show of solidarity

 

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The Democrats joined other opposition parties at a dinner hosted by the Move Forward party last night, in a show of solidarity, working together in and out of parliament to monitor the government’s performance.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318712-opposition-parties-dine-together-in-a-show-of-solidarity/

 

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Over 137,000 Registrations under Govt’s Program to Tackle Informal Debts

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Interior has revealed that since the government opened registrations to address the informal debt issue in December 2023, approximately 137,000 individuals have registered to date, accounting for 9.4 billion baht of debt.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318713-over-137000-registrations-under-govt’s-program-to-tackle-informal-debts/

 

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Embrace tranquility and tradition: Celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year at Wat Leng Noei Yi 2

 

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If you are thinking about going somewhere during the Chinese Lunar New Year, the Chinese Buddhist temple, Wat Boromracha Kanchanapisek Anusorn (or Wat Leng Noei Yi 2) in Nonthaburi province, is highly recommended.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318714-embrace-tranquility-and-tradition-celebrate-chinese-lunar-new-year-at-wat-leng-noei-yi-2/

 

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Benjakiti Park Welcomes 1,000 New Trees

 

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The activity was led by Gamze Yüceland, the President of Takeda’s Growth and Emerging Markets Business Unit, where more than 60 participants were involved in tree planting, including volunteers from Takeda and representatives from Art for Cancer, a social enterprise promoting the quality of life for cancer patients in Thailand. The initiative underscores Takeda’s commitment to the planet for healthier lives, through public partnerships, and support to patients and their communities, working towards bringing better health and a brighter future to all.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318716-benjakiti-park-welcomes-1000-new-trees/

 

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PM Instructs Officials to Act Against Rubber Smuggling

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered related agencies, including the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives and the Royal Thai Army, to urgently address the issue of para rubber smuggling. The directive follows a recent report of smuggling activities in Kanchanaburi province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318717-pm-instructs-officials-to-act-against-rubber-smuggling/

 

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International Holocaust Remembrance Day Marked in Bangkok

 

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BANGKOK, Feb 2 (TNA) — January 27th is the annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations to preserve the memory of the Holocaust, in honor of six million Jews, including one million children, and five million others who were systematically and brutally murdered by the Nazis during WWII.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1318731-international-holocaust-remembrance-day-marked-in-bangkok/

 

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