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Scottish woman’s cliff plunge in Thailand sparks insurance debacle

 

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An insurance company left a Scottish woman hanging after they refused to pay out after she plunged almost 20 metres to her death off a cliff on Ko Lanta island in West Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319004-scottish-woman’s-cliff-plunge-in-thailand-sparks-insurance-debacle/

 

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Thai teen’s tragic demise: Knife throw turns road into deadly game
by Petch Petpailin

 

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Photo via Facebook/ Amarin TV and NinJa Today v2

 

A 14 year old Thai boy died in hospital after two teenagers threw a knife at him on a road in the Isaan province of Ubon Ratchathani last Thursday, February 1.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319006-thai-teen’s-tragic-demise-knife-throw-turns-road-into-deadly-game/

 

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Pita among protest leaders given suspended sentences for flash mob protest

 

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Progressive Movement leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit and former Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat are among eight defendants given suspended jail terms by the Pathumwan District Court this morning, after they were found guilty of staging a flash mob protest close to a palace without prior permission back in 2019.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319026-pita-among-protest-leaders-given-suspended-sentences-for-flash-mob-protest/

 

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Disabled man’s long tricycle journey to claim his disability allowance

 

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A disabled made a long journey on a hand-operated tricycle, from his hometown in Sukhothai province to Bangkok, to claim his disability allowance from the Comptroller Department.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319028-disabled-man’s-long-tricycle-journey-to-claim-his-disability-allowance/

 

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Thais rescued from forced labour in Myanmar to return home on Wednesday

 

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The graphic depicts the rotation of online gambling workers and scammers around Thailand.

 

Ninety-two Thai nationals, lured to work in casinos in the Myawaddy district of Kayin state in Myanmar and who were rescued by Myanmar authorities, are due to return to Thailand this Wednesday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319029-thais-rescued-from-forced-labour-in-myanmar-to-return-home-on-wednesday/

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Maya Bay voted world’s third best beach by Lonely Planet

 

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Maya Bay, in Thailand’s southern province of Phang-nga, has been ranked the world’s third best beach by the Lonely Planet travel guide in its January edition.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319030-maya-bay-voted-world’s-third-best-beach-by-lonely-planet/

 

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Bangkok Celebrates Chinese New Year 2024 with Grand Festivities

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - Bangkok's Chinatown is currently bustling with the grand celebrations of the Chinese New Year 2024, marking the 49th anniversary of Thailand-China diplomatic relations. The festivities, launched at Yaowarat road by Minister of Tourism and Sports Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol and Wu Zhiwu from the Chinese Embassy, feature a "Tunnel of Golden Dragon" and are themed "Celebrating the Golden Year."

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319031-bangkok-celebrates-chinese-new-year-2024-with-grand-festivities/

 

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Cambodian Premier to Visit Thailand This Week

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and his spouse, Lok Chumteav Dr. Pich Chanmony, are making their first official visit to Thailand on February 7, following an invitation from Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. The visit seeks to strengthen the bilateral relations between Cambodia and Thailand, highlighting the enduring friendship and cooperative spirit between the two nations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319032-cambodian-premier-to-visit-thailand-this-week/

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Thai Banks Prep for Chinese New Year Cash Withdrawals

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - Five leading Thai banks have expressed readiness to service their customers during the Chinese New Year by setting aside a total of 121.264 billion baht for withdrawals, a 3% to 5% increase in cash availability compared to the previous year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319034-thai-banks-prep-for-chinese-new-year-cash-withdrawals/

 

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PM Inspects Suvarnabhumi Airport Without Prior Notice

 

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BANGKOK, Feb 5 (TNA) – Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin on Monday revealed the upcoming plan to overhaul the immigration system after an unannounced inspection at Suvarnabhumi Airport and the immigration office on Monday morning.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319037-pm-inspects-suvarnabhumi-airport-without-prior-notice/

 

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Aussie Muay Thai boxer’s career on the ropes after Koh Samui road knockout

 

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The promising career of a talented Aussie Muay Thai boxer is on the ropes after a devastating knockout by a man driving on the wrong side of the road while riding his scooter on the island of Koh Samui in Thailand. In keeping with the trend, his insurance company declared that the aspiring martial arts fighter was not covered for the accident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319038-aussie-muay-thai-boxer’s-career-on-the-ropes-after-koh-samui-road-knockout/

 

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Police coordinate heart transport from Chanthaburi to Siriraj

 

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A life-saving mission unfolded as police expedited the delivery of a heart from Chanthaburi to Siriraj Hospital within a critical four-hour window. The high-stakes relay kicked off at 9.30am from Prapokklao Hospital in Chanthaburi, employing a specific route through major highways to ensure the organ’s timely arrival.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319040-police-coordinate-heart-transport-from-chanthaburi-to-siriraj/

 

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Girl injured by classmate in Buriram schoolyard seeks justice

 

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A dispute between parents over a schoolyard incident in Buriram escalated after a fourth-grade girl was kicked in the throat by a male classmate. The 38 year old girl’s mother, Euaengkham, from Isaan Khet, Chaloem Phrakiat district, is demanding justice following the attack that left her daughter with a swollen neck, chest pain, and vomiting, requiring two hospital visits for treatment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319042-girl-injured-by-classmate-in-buriram-schoolyard-seeks-justice/

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Suspect with mental health issues found dead in Khon Kaen cell

 

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A 42 year old suspect was found dead in his cell at a police station in Manchakhiri, in the southern part of Khon Kaen province, northeastern Thailand. The deceased had been detained following a disturbance caused by intoxication, and his relatives had requested police intervention. The incident has highlighted concerns about handling individuals with a history of mental health issues and substance abuse in custody.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319043-suspect-with-mental-health-issues-found-dead-in-khon-kaen-cell/

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Thai Govt to Address Patenting Issue on Elephant Patterned Pants

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - The issue was highlighted by the Facebook page "Luijeen," and acknowledged by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. He mentioned that this is a matter of doing business, but admitted that it is crucial to swiftly address copyright issues and protect business opportunities. He noted that the case is a lesson for future discussions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319051-thai-govt-to-address-patenting-issue-on-elephant-patterned-pants/

 

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Thailand’s consumer price index for January lowest for 35 months

 

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Thailand’s consumer price index has dropped for four months in a row, to 106.98 points in January this year, which is the lowest since February 2021, said Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, director of the Office of Trade Policy and Strategy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319052-thailand’s-consumer-price-index-for-january-lowest-for-35-months/

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Four Shrines to Pray at during the Golden Dragon Year

 

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The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and Chinese communities worldwide are gearing up to celebrate the beginning of the year of the dragon on the traditional Chinese calendar. The festive spirit is also high in Thailand, which boasts a significant Thai-Chinese population. The New Year festivities kicked off last week and run through February 20.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319054-four-shrines-to-pray-at-during-the-golden-dragon-year/

 

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