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Police crackdown on major online gambling racket, seize Bt320m in assets

 

 

Technology Crime Suppression Bureau police have announced the successful crackdown on a major illegal online gambling network, with more than 200,000 gamblers registered as members. They also seized assets worth about Bt320 million.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321276-police-crackdown-on-major-online-gambling-racket-seize-bt320m-in-assets/

 

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Government Advises Vigilance to Prevent Child Drownings

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government is cautioning parents and guardians not to allow children unsupervised access to water bodies, as this could lead to unforeseen incidents and potentially fatal drownings.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321277-government-advises-vigilance-to-prevent-child-drownings/

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Thailand, South Africa Strengthen Ties on All Fronts

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Nalinee Taveesin, Thailand's Trade Representative, disclosed after meeting with Mr. Darkey Ephraim Africa, Ambassador of South Africa to Thailand, that both parties expressed their pleasure at the strong and close relationship between the two countries in all dimensions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321278-thailand-south-africa-strengthen-ties-on-all-fronts/

 

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Heatwave and Storm Warnings Across Thailand

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has disclosed that a low-pressure area caused by intense heat is covering the upper part of Thailand, resulting in hot weather conditions in many areas.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321280-heatwave-and-storm-warnings-across-thailand/

 

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Construction of the high-speed train station in Ayutthaya to begin in March

 

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The State Railway of Thailand will begin the construction of a station for the Thai-Chinese high-speed train project in Ayutthaya province this month, in parallel with the laying of the tracks between Map Kabao and Thanon Jira Junction, also in Ayutthaya, according to Deputy Transport Minister Surapong Piyachote.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321281-construction-of-the-high-speed-train-station-in-ayutthaya-to-begin-in-march/

 

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Air quality checks underway following blaze at Ayutthaya chemical store

 

 

Officials from the Pollution Control Department have started testing the air quality around a chemical storage warehouse in the Phachi district of Ayutthaya, following a fire last night.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321227-phachi-chemical-warehouse-fire-triggers-emergency-evacuation/?do=findComment&comment=18732791

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Chiang Mai Airport Ready for Thai-China Mutual Visa Waiver

 

 

CHIANG MAI, March 1 (TNA) – Chiang Mai Airport is ready to receive more tourists after the Thai-China visa exemption takes effect on March1.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321282-chiang-mai-airport-ready-for-thai-china-mutual-visa-waiver/

 

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Vehicle Carrying Pilgrims Overturns on Kitchakut Mountain

 

 

CHANTHABURI, March 1 (TNA) – A brand-new pick-up truck carrying pilgrims and tourists from the sacred Kitchakut mountain overturned, leading to one death and nine injuries in Chanthaburi province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321283-vehicle-carrying-pilgrims-overturns-on-kitchakut-mountain/

 

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Banglamung Authorities Apprehend Suspect Selling Kratom Juice

 

 

A young Thai man was arrested early Friday morning, March 1st, for selling illicit Kratom juice.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321284-banglamung-authorities-apprehend-suspect-selling-kratom-juice/

 

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Pattaya’s water safety initiative makes a splash on Koh Larn

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya News

 

In a bid to stem the tide of tragic accidents, the Pattaya Tourist Police have joined forces with multiple agencies to spearhead a campaign aimed at curbing tourist fatalities during water activities in Koh Larn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321285-pattaya’s-water-safety-initiative-makes-a-splash-on-koh-larn/

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Bangkok’s expressway toll fees skyrocket starting today

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Toll fees along Bangkok’s Chalong Rat and Burapha Withi expressways are seeing a steep increase starting from today, March 1.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321286-bangkok’s-expressway-toll-fees-skyrocket-starting-today/

 

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Thailand announces extra holiday to boost Songkran economy

 

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Thailand’s financial sector is set to benefit from an additional public holiday, as declared by the Royal Thai Government Gazette. The special holiday is part of a government initiative to facilitate travel flexibility and stimulate the tourism, service sectors, and the overall economy during the Songkran festival.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321288-thailand-announces-extra-holiday-to-boost-songkran-economy/

 

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Journalist found dead in car after aiding Thai accident rescue

 

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A tragic incident unfolded yesterday when a 44 year old journalist, identified only by his first name, Pairin, was found dead in his vehicle, which was parked in the middle of a road in Pathum Thani Province. The cause of death remains undetermined, but no signs of violence were apparent on the body.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1321289-journalist-found-dead-in-car-after-aiding-thai-accident-rescue/

 

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