Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 The International Union of Sex Workers (IUSW) has revealed that Thailand is home to 250,000 sex workers, one of the highest numbers worldwide. Despite this, the profession remains illegal in the country and workers are lacking basic employment rights. Thailand listed among top 10 countries with highest number of sex workers worldwide Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326391-thailand-listed-among-top-10-countries-with-highest-number-of-sex-workers-worldwide/ File photo for reference only. 1 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 28-year-old Thai Woman Pretends to be a Child to Avoid Theft Accusations Photo courtesy of The Thaiger A Thai woman, Chutimon Srinark, aged 28, was apprehended by the police for multiple thefts in Nonthaburi, a central province in Thailand. She deceitfully said she was just 13 to dodge any accusations. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326399-28-year-old-thai-woman-pretends-to-be-a-child-to-avoid-theft-accusations/ 1 3
Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 French Duo Arrested for Attempting to Break Police Motorbike Chain Picture courtesy of The Phuket Express Two French nationals were taken into custody in Patong on May 2nd, after attempting to break a police motorbike chain locked in a no-parking zone. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326427-french-duo-arrested-for-attempting-to-break-police-motorbike-chain/ 1 4
Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 Russian National Held for Visa Overstay at Phuket Airport File photo A 40-year-old Russian man was recently arrested at Phuket International Airport for overstaying his visa by 59 days. The arrest happened on Thursday (May 2nd) at the international departures terminal. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326429-russian-national-held-for-visa-overstay-at-phuket-airport/ 2 1
webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Posted May 2, 2024 Phuket Motorbike Accident Claims Life, Sparks Safety Concerns Picture for reference only. Courtesy of pexels.com via The Thaiger A fatal motorbike accident occurred in Phuket earlier today, raising concerns about road safety in the region. The incident happened when a Honda Wave motorbike crashed into a concrete table at the roadside, resulting in the death of a 45-year-old passenger, Wanna Songsri. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326430-phuket-motorbike-accident-claims-life-sparks-safety-concerns/ 1
Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 Four Frenchmen Lost at Sea Found Safe on Thai Island Picture courtesy of The Pattaya News Four French nationals reported missing after a fishing trip in Thailand have been found safe. The men embarked from Jomtien Beach, heading for Koh Maravichai on May 1st, 2024. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326431-four-frenchmen-lost-at-sea-found-safe-on-thai-island/ 1 2
webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Posted May 2, 2024 Heatwave and Climate Change Puts Pressure on Thailand File photo Thailand has been hammered by searing heatwaves this year, leading to dire consequences such as infrastructure failures and a rise in fatalities. These weather events have offered a stark glimpse into the potential impacts of climate change on the country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326432-heatwave-and-climate-change-puts-pressure-on-thailand/ 2
Popular Post webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 2, 2024 Saudi Arabian Arrested for DUI in Phuket File photo for reference only A Saudi Arabian man, identified as Mr. Hamet, was apprehended in Patong on charges of driving under the influence (DUI) on May 2nd. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326436-saudi-arabian-arrested-for-dui-in-phuket/ 1 1 5
webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Posted May 2, 2024 Chulalongkorn Tops Thai Universities, Ranks 117th in Asia Picture courtesy of Wikipedia Chulalongkorn University has clinched top rankings in Thailand and 117th among 739 Asian institutions in the Asia University Rankings 2024. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326437-chulalongkorn-tops-thai-universities-ranks-117th-in-asia/ 2
webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Posted May 2, 2024 Former Health Minister Cholnan Denies Ministry's Internal Conflicts Picture courtesy of National News Bureau of Thailand Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the recently replaced health minister, has dismissed rumours surrounding his dismissal from the role in the last cabinet reshuffle. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326438-former-health-minister-cholnan-denies-ministrys-internal-conflicts/ 2
webfact Posted May 2, 2024 Author Posted May 2, 2024 MRTA Launches Free Trial of Smart Parking System Picture courtesy of MRTA The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) is enabling patrons to test its new smart parking system for free in Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326439-mrta-launches-free-trial-of-smart-parking-system/
Popular Post webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 3, 2024 Kiwi Arrested for Illegal Use of Fireworks on Thai Beach Picture courtesy of The Phuket Express A 39-year-old New Zealander, named only as Mr. Stephen, has been arrested for illegally setting off fireworks on Thailand's Patong Beach. The arrest occurred on Thursday, May 2nd, after midnight local time. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326440-kiwi-arrested-for-illegal-use-of-fireworks-on-thai-beach/ 1 2 1
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Friday 3 May 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326441-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-3-may-2024/
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi Airport Service to Roll Out Electric Buses Picture courtesy of Hua Hin Today Facebook Rung Reuang Coach Company Limited is set to introduce new electric buses for its routes between Hua Hin and Suvarnabhumi Airport. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326448-hua-hin-suvarnabhumi-airport-service-to-roll-out-electric-buses/ 1 1
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Drought Strains Water Supply in Hua Hin, Conservation Measures Introduced Picture for reference only. Courtesy of Vecteezy Hua Hin Municipality is grappling with severe water scarcity due to ongoing drought conditions. The dry spell has considerably depleted water resources for both municipal and agricultural usage. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326452-drought-strains-water-supply-in-hua-hin-conservation-measures-introduced/ 1 2
Popular Post webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Popular Post Posted May 3, 2024 Bangkok Man Held for Kidnapping Teenager Vide screenshot A 24-year-old man is in police custody accused of kidnapping and hiding a 14-year-old girl. Known as “Frame Wave125,” the man was arrested after a five-month family search. He was discovered in a construction site in the Chalong Krung region of Lat Krabang. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326456-bangkok-man-held-for-kidnapping-teenager/ 1 2
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Foreigner Attacked in Phuket After Alleged Assault on Transwoman Video screenshot Yesterday, a foreign man was assaulted by a group of Thai transwomen in the Patong neighbourhood, Phuket. The incident happened around 5.30am in Soi Bangla and was reportedly triggered by the man slapping one of the transwoman. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326458-foreigner-attacked-in-phuket-after-alleged-assault-on-transwoman/ 1
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Police Probe Unearthed Human Remains Found in Chon Buri Backyard Picture courtesy of Khaosod A homeowner's grisly discovery of scattered human remains in their Chon Buri backyard has sparked a police investigation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326465-police-probe-unearthed-human-remains-found-in-chon-buri-backyard/
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 UPDATE: British Man Faces Deportation from Thailand Over Online Criticisms Picture: Naewna Thai Tourist Police are pushing for a UK man's deportation due to his negative comments about Thailand on social media. Full. story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326342-british-tourist-warned-over-criticism-of-thailand-online/?do=findComment&comment=18887506 1
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Thai Maid Inherited Fortune from French Boss Picture courtesy of TNA-MCOT A French expatriate living in Surat Thani, Thailand, committed suicide and left her fortune to her loyal Thai housekeeper. Catherine, 59, took her own life on April 29 at her residence in Koh Samui district, where she resided for over a decade. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326474-thai-maid-inherited-fortune-from-french-boss/ 1
webfact Posted May 3, 2024 Author Posted May 3, 2024 Justice Sought: Thai Woman's Taxi Ride Ends at Wrong Airport Picture for reference only A Thai woman is seeking compensation after a taxi, booked through a ride-hailing app, mistakenly took her to the wrong airport in Bangkok resulting in her missing her flight. Her identity has been kept confidential for privacy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326477-justice-sought-thai-womans-taxi-ride-ends-at-wrong-airport/ 1 2
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Online Scams in Thailand Reduced to 110 Million Baht per Day in April File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google During April, daily losses from online fraud averaged 110 million baht, a decline of 26% from the 149 million baht figure recorded in March. The reduction is tied to the authorities' escalated fight against online fraud. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326485-online-scams-in-thailand-reduced-to-110-million-baht-per-day-in-april/ 1
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Thai scientists discover fossil fuel pollution in Antarctica's soil Technology Chaoban / Photo courtesy of The Thaiger Scientists from Thailand have found signs of fossil fuel pollution in Antarctica's soil. The discovery, made at the Thai Synchrotron National Lab, used state-of-the-art technology to examine soil samples from five areas across King George Island. Siwatt Pongpiachan, the head of the research team, explained their technique could differentiate between organic and non-organic substances in the soil. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326487-thai-scientists-discover-fossil-fuel-pollution-in-antarcticas-soil/ 1
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 The Move Forward Party in Thailand is at risk of dissolution Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP / Photo courtesy of The Thaiger The Move Forward Party (MFP), an opposition party in Thailand, is presently fighting a case in court to prevent the party from being dissolved. The Election Commission (EC) instigated the case, claiming the party was advocating for changes to Thailand's lese majeste law (Section 112 of the Criminal Code). According to the Political Parties Act (Section 92), the EC can propose that a political party be dissolved if it appears to threaten the democratic system headed by the King. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326488-the-move-forward-party-in-thailand-is-at-risk-of-dissolution/ 2
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Expressways to be toll-free in Thailand on Coronation Day File photo for reference only. Courtesy of Google The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has declared that there will be no toll charges on three major expressways on Coronation Day, May 4. This is to ease travel for the public holiday and help save money for citizens. No fees will be charged at about 60 toll booths on the Chalerm Maha Nakhon, Si Rat, and Udon Ratthaya expressways, for the entire day. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326492-expressways-to-be-toll-free-in-thailand-on-coronation-day/
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Heatwave in Thailand greatly affects outdoor tourism File Photo Extreme heat in Thailand is discouraging tourists from engaging in outdoor activities, leading the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to focus on promoting early morning and evening tourism. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326493-heatwave-in-thailand-greatly-affects-outdoor-tourism/
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Clever diamond thief caught after stealing gem worth 2.2 million baht Photo courtesy of The Thaiger A clever thief in Bangkok who tricked a seller out of a 3-carat diamond valued at 2.2 million baht by replacing it with a fake, has been arrested. The 57-year-old man, known only as Sunchan, pretended to be a jewelry broker to carry out his crime. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326494-clever-diamond-thief-caught-after-stealing-gem-worth-22-million-baht/ 1
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Well-Known Thai Businessman Discovered Dead in his Luxury Vehicle Matichon Online / Photo courtesy of The Thaiger The well-known businessman, Sa-gna, was found dead in his luxury car around 9.30pm yesterday in the Suan Luang district of Bangkok, in Soi Pattanakarn 54. Police and forensic experts were quickly on the scene. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326496-well-known-thai-businessman-discovered-dead-in-his-luxury-vehicle/ 1
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Jealousy Leads to Shooting of a Lawyer in Rayong Photo courtesy of The Thaiger In a shocking incident in Thailand's Rayong province, a lawyer was killed in what police believe was a family dispute fueled by jealousy. The incident occurred at around 6 PM yesterday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326498-jealousy-leads-to-shooting-of-a-lawyer-in-rayong/ 1
snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2024 Posted May 3, 2024 Saudi Arabian man reconnects with his Thai nanny after two decades - Video Photo courtesy of The Thaiger A Saudi man, Ali Bokhari, aged 33, met his old Thai babysitter after 20 years of search to express his gratitude for her care during his childhood. Their emotional reunion was at the home of the 77-year-old babysitter, Banyen Thongchaitanawut, in Nakhon Ratchasima, located in the Isaan province of Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1326503-saudi-arabian-man-reconnects-with-his-thai-nanny-after-two-decades-video/
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