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3 Starboard Torpedo Tubes Retrieved From Sunken Ship
by TNR Staff

 

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The three torpedo tubes raised to Ocean Valor from the sunken HTMS Sukhothai  today, Feb. 28, 2024. Photo: Matichon

 

A JOINT light salvage mission being undertaken by United States and Thai navies to remove armaments and other objects from HTMS Sukhothai (FSG-442) which capsized and sank in stormy seas late 2022, killing 24 sailors with five others missing, successfully dismantled and raised three starboard torpedo tubes on the seventh day of the 20-day operation, Matichon newspaper said .

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321113-3-starboard-torpedo-tubes-retrieved-from-sunken-ship/

 

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No Cabinet Reshuffle Until After Budget Bill Becomes Law: Phumtham
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

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De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra, left, and Deputy Prime Minister-cum-Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayacha. Photo Thai Rath

 

A CABINET RESHUFFLE would be unlikely at any time until after the 2024 budget bill has been finally turned into law in April, confirmed Pheu Thai wheeler-dealer Phumtham Wechayachai today (Feb 28).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321114-no-cabinet-reshuffle-until-after-budget-bill-becomes-law-phumtham/

 

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Police Raid Uncovers Drug Party in Sri Racha, Detain 68 Youths
By Aim Tanakorn

 

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Sri Racha — In the early hours of February 28th, 2024, officers from Region 2 Police conducted a raid on a house in the Bang Phra sub-district, Sri Racha district, Chonburi, where a party reportedly involving illegal drug use was taking place.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321115-police-raid-uncovers-drug-party-in-sri-racha-detain-68-youths/

 

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7 year old receives explicit images from father’s new wife amid family feud
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Picture courtesy of thaich8


A seven year old girl became the unintended recipient of inappropriate images and messages from her father’s new wife, who also targeted the child’s mother with spiteful words.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321120-7-year-old-receives-explicit-images-from-father’s-new-wife-amid-family-feud/

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Bangkok taxi driver found dead at gas station
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A taxi driver was discovered dead in his vehicle at a gas station in Bangkok’s Jomthong district. The incident occurred early this morning, February 28, and the circumstances surrounding the driver’s death are currently under investigation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321123-bangkok-taxi-driver-found-dead-at-gas-station/

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Thailand’s household electricity tariffs to remain unchanged until August
by Mitch Connor

 

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Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga has affirmed that electricity tariffs for households in Thailand will remain unchanged from May to August, maintaining the current rate of 4.18 baht per unit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321128-thailand’s-household-electricity-tariffs-to-remain-unchanged-until-august/

 

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Bangkok gears up for grandiose Songkran festival with government backing
by Mitch Connor

 

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Picture courtesy of Thairath


Bangkok is set for an unprecedented Songkran, the annual water festival. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has plans to incorporate the festivities into the government’s soft power promotion policy, making this year’s festival more grandiose. The announcement came from Chadchart Sittipunt, the governor of Bangkok, yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321129-bangkok-gears-up-for-grandiose-songkran-festival-with-government-backing/

 

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Thai police foil luxury car fake plate scam in Bangkok
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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A sophisticated scheme involving the use of counterfeit license plates on luxury vehicles has been thwarted by Thai highway police in a recent crackdown. A 41 year old woman was arrested for affixing a forged red license plate to a brand-new Bentley.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321134-thai-police-foil-luxury-car-fake-plate-scam-in-bangkok/

 

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Thai government considers issuing US$1 billion foreign currency bonds

by Alex Morgan 

 

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Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Thai government has recently announced its consideration to issue foreign currency-denominated bonds valued at US$1 billion, approximately 36 billion baht, an announcement which has sparked debates over the worth and risks associated with such an undertaking.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321135-thai-government-considers-issuing-us1-billion-foreign-currency-bonds/

 

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Indonesian tourist’s false Thai honeymoon drama debunked

by Nattapong Westwood

 

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A viral clip of an Indonesian woman‘s outcry on social media, claiming her honeymoon trip to Thailand collapsed because her husband was denied entry for not carrying cash, sparked significant attention.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321141-indonesian-tourist’s-false-thai-honeymoon-drama-debunked/

 

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Missing case takes turn: Thai woman reveals escape from abusive husband
by Petch Petpailin 

 

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Photo via Facebook/ PickNick Pimpisa and MGR Online

 

A Thai woman broke her silence after being missing for 13 days, informing a news agency that she felt compelled to disappear with her daughter to escape from her abusive husband.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321151-missing-case-takes-turn-thai-woman-reveals-escape-from-abusive-husband/

 

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Devotee donates gold to Thai statue after land sale
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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A Thai woman devotee made a grand gesture of gratitude by donating gold necklaces, bracelets, and rings to a revered statue after selling her land for over a million baht. The act of devotion took place at Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom, as believers and lottery enthusiasts gathered before the government lottery draw.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321152-devotee-donates-gold-to-thai-statue-after-land-sale/

 

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