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Crime Iranian Nationals Arrested in Pattaya for Stealing Money from Tourists
Picture courtesy of Pattaya Message. On the afternoon of April 28, the Pattaya Tourist Police held a press conference after successfully apprehending a couple of Iranian nationals who had been targeting tourists in the area. The couple, identified as Mr. Ahmadi Fiooj Hooshang, 49, and Mrs. Mahmodi Kiya Ameneh, 42, were arrested on charges of theft and receiving stolen property. The couple had been engaging in a deceptive scam, approaching tourists and requesting to see their US dollar bills. Once the unsuspecting tourists showed their money, the pair used a trick and deceit to steal some of the money before returning it. One such incident occurred on the evening of April 24, when a tourist from Israel reported that they had been duped by a man and woman, both of whom appeared to be of Middle Eastern descent, who had asked to inspect their money. The tourist noticed later that $700 had gone missing from their wallet. The crime took place outside the Twin Palm Resort, and the Pattaya Tourist Police swiftly investigated the matter, gathering information from the victim. The authorities tracked the suspects to a room in the Jomtien area, where they were found to match the descriptions given by the victim. During a search of their accommodation, police found the same clothing worn by the suspects during the theft. Furthermore, in their wallet, police discovered seven $100 bills. Both suspects were arrested and taken to Pattaya Police Station, where they were formally charged with theft at night and receiving stolen property. They are now facing legal proceedings. The Tourist Police Bureau also issued a reminder to both tourists and general public to remain vigilant regarding their personal belongings and report any suspicious activities Adapted by Asean Now from Pattaya Message 2025-04-29. -
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Massive Blackout Cripples Spain and Portugal's Daily Life
Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post A sweeping power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, disabling cell networks and internet, halting trains, and trapping individuals in lifts. Officials quickly mobilized to determine the root of this immense blackout, as both nations struggled with the sudden disruption. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez sought updates at the state electricity operator’s headquarters, while the network, Red Electrica, warned of a prolonged recovery. Social media captured scenes of Madrid and Barcelona immersed in darkness, with stranded metro trains and offices relying on mobile lights for visibility. Traffic chaos ensued as motorists were advised to stop driving due to non-functional traffic lights, prompting police interventions at intersections. Citizens were spotted resorting to smartphones, trying to maintain communication amid the digital freeze. Portugal also endured the blackout, with REN confirming widespread impacts across the Iberian Peninsula. Electrical incidents spilled over into southwest France but were swiftly rectified. Responses from European grid operators indicated efforts to pinpoint the disruption's cause, with the European Commission seeking clarity on the matter. Spain's railway stopped country-wide operations, while flights faced delays though airports remained active thanks to contingency systems. Red Electrica reported partial power restoration in northern and southern regions but cautioned that challenges persisted. The blackout immobilized communications significantly, with connectivity dropping to just 17% of normal, per Netblocks. Media outlets illuminated the crisis, revealing halted metros, hand-directed traffic, and journalists operating in darkened environments. Despite the chaos, critical services in hospitals sustained operations owing to backup generators. History points to similar blackouts globally, with nations like Tunisia, Sri Lanka, and others having faced severe outages in recent years. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-04-29 -
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A Shift in the Political Winds: Britain Begins to Move Beyond Woke Ideology
Seems to me it would be better if this woke business went back to bed again ! -
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US Targets Thai Products for Stringent Origin Verification Amid Trade Concerns
well, This is not something new - if you bought things in decades past, you might recall that the US had restrictions on Japanese products and to get around that problem at first or for a while I don't remember all about it except Japan just changed the name of the manufacutring plants to "USA" so the products were stamped "made in USA." but then, the quality of the Japanese products improved until they became more popular and didn't need the fake location. -
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Crime Chinese National Arrested at Airport for Murder & Dismemberment of Transgender in Pattaya
This is an absolutely horrific thing to happen to a human being. Sounds like it was premeditated seeing as he had the objects needed to do whatever evil thing he did. It doesn’t bear thinking about. RIP. . -
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Canadian Voters Head to the Polls Amid Rising Tensions with the US
Canadian Voters Head to the Polls Amid Rising Tensions with the US Canadians turned out to vote on Monday in a national election shaped by economic instability, US tariffs, and unprecedented annexation threats from their southern neighbor. The outcome will determine whether Prime Minister Mark Carney secures a full four-year term or whether the Conservative Party, after nearly a decade out of power, will take control of the government. Voting officially began at 8:30 a.m. local time in Newfoundland and Labrador, marking the start of a day closely watched both domestically and internationally. The election has been heavily influenced by Canada’s increasingly strained relationship with the United States. US President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on Canadian exports has threatened the economic health of the nation. His provocative remarks about making Canada the "51st state" have further fueled outrage across the political spectrum. "I reject any attempts to weaken Canada, to wear us down, to break us so that America can own us," Carney declared to reporters in March. "We are masters in our own home." The primary contest pits Carney’s Liberals against the Conservative Party, led by veteran parliamentarian Pierre Poilievre. Carney, a former governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, took over as Prime Minister in March after Justin Trudeau resigned amid poor polling numbers and mounting political pressure. Assuming leadership during an intensifying trade war, Carney adopted a firm stance, upholding retaliatory tariffs initiated under Trudeau’s government. Carney’s campaign has focused on portraying himself as a centrist leader capable of guiding Canada through economic turbulence. "I understand how the world works," Carney told podcaster Nate Erskine-Smith in October. "I know people who run some of the world’s largest companies and understand how they work. I know how financial institutions work. I know how markets work…I’m trying to apply that to the benefit of Canada." He has also promised to "build things in this country again" to reduce Canada’s economic dependence on the United States, pledging to invest in homes, factories, and both "clean and conventional energy" sources. "My solemn promise is to stand up for Canadian workers, to stand up for Canadian businesses," Carney said in March. "We will stand up for our history, our values and our sovereignty." Meanwhile, Pierre Poilievre has sought to channel voter frustration with the status quo, framing the election as a choice between ordinary Canadians and entrenched "Ottawa elites." "The same people who ran Justin Trudeau are now running Mark Carney," Poilievre said at a rally shortly after Carney assumed office. "Liberals are trying to trick Canadians into electing them for a fourth term in power." Poilievre’s "Canada first" platform advocates slashing government spending, reducing bureaucracy, and loosening environmental regulations to ramp up resource extraction. "Conservatives will axe taxes, build homes, fix the budget," Poilievre promised in March, vowing to "unleash our economic independence by building pipelines, mines, [liquified natural gas] plants and other economic infrastructure that will allow us to sell to ourselves and the rest of the world." Despite stylistic similarities to Trump’s populism, Poilievre has tried to maintain distance from the American president during the campaign. After Trump publicly encouraged Canadians to support him, Poilievre responded firmly, telling Trump in a social media post to "stay out" of Canada’s election. As election day approached, voter turnout appeared to be high. Elections Canada reported that at least 7.3 million Canadians voted early, a 25% increase over the 2021 federal election. "I voted on the first day of advance polls and I waited 45 minutes," said Kristina Ennis from St. John’s, Newfoundland. "I know people who waited over an hour." The final results will determine not only the future direction of Canada’s domestic policy but also how the country navigates an increasingly volatile relationship with its most powerful neighbor. Adpated by ASEAN Now from CNN 2025-04-29
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