Thai monk stole Buddha statues and antiques to fix broken car

 

The Revenue Department of Thailand will amend a law to tax individuals with foreign income, even if that income is not brought into Thailand.

 

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Thailand to tax residents’ foreign income irrespective of remittance

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329034-thailand-to-tax-residents’-foreign-income-irrespective-of-remittance/

Aussie man sues Thai ex-wife after Danish affair & money swindle
by Petch Petpailin

 

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An Australian man is taking legal action against his Thai ex-wife after she reportedly had an affair with a Danish man and swindled his money. The accused Thai woman, on the other hand, is also seeking justice, claiming the Thai police sided with her ex-husband and treated her unfairly.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329020-aussie-man-sues-thai-ex-wife-after-danish-affair-money-swindle/

Cabinet Approves VAT on All Imports Exceeding 1 Baht

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The Ministry of Finance has proposed adding a value-added tax (VAT) on all imported goods worth more than 1 baht. This proposal has been granted preliminary approval by the Cabinet. Aimed at controlling an influx of cheap imported goods, especially from China, this method is expected to create a more balanced market for local producers and importers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329048-cabinet-approves-vat-on-all-imports-exceeding-1-baht/

British Motorbike Rider Dead After Fatal Motorbike Collision in Patong
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

Patong - On Wednesday morning, June 5th, a tragic accident occurred on Phang Mueang Sai Kor Road in front of the Patong Police Station. A British motorcyclist lost his life after colliding with another motorbike and a pickup truck.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329077-british-motorbike-rider-dead-after-fatal-motorbike-collision-in-patong/

 

Iranian Businessman Arrested for 21 Million Baht Fraud in Bangkok

 

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Bangkok authorities nabbed an Iranian businessman for allegedly defrauding his friend out of 21 million baht. The arrest was made public at a press conference on June 5 by the Immigration Bureau. The 61-year-old, identified only as Abul, was apprehended at a condominium on Romklao Road in the Lat Krabang district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329078-iranian-businessman-arrested-for-21-million-baht-fraud-in-bangkok/

Immigration Police Arrest Foreigner Overcharging Bangkok Tourists

 

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Thai immigration officers cracked down on an immigrant accused of overcharging guests at a modest hotel in Bangkok's Phra Khanong district. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329079-immigration-police-arrest-foreigner-overcharging-bangkok-tourists/

 

Pregnant Husky Scalded with Hot Water by Owner, Sparks Outrage

 

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An appalling incident recently captured on video shows a pregnant Siberian Husky being scalded with hot water by its owner, who reacted violently after the dog ate some food without permission.

 

full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329080-pregnant-husky-scalded-with-hot-water-by-owner-sparks-outrage/

 

Clairvoyant kid: Thai family claim son can see over 300km away
by Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai family claimed their young boy possessed a supernatural ability enabling him to see through objects from over 300 kilometers away, even with his eyes closed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329081-clairvoyant-kid-thai-family-claim-son-can-see-over-300km-away/

 

Chon Buri Police Issue Warning on Dodgy Vehicle Documents
 

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Authorities in Chon Buri have issued a stern caution to residents about purchasing vehicles with incomplete or suspicious documentation, following a recent incident involving a stolen licence plate that led to a wrongful accusation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329082-chon-buri-police-issue-warning-on-dodgy-vehicle-documents/

 

PM's Move to Appoint Ex-Deputy PM Wissanu Sparks Pheu Thai Unease

 

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Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has declared his readiness to explain his decision to appoint former Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam as an advisor to the Pheu Thai party members. This appointment has stirred unease among MPs who see it as bypassing the party’s own legal experts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329083-pms-move-to-appoint-ex-deputy-pm-wissanu-sparks-pheu-thai-unease/

 

Thai Survey Reveals 44.3% Highly Satisfied with Government Performance

 

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A recently released survey by the Thai Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has unveiled intriguing insights into public opinion on government performance. Conducted between April 22nd and May 15th, 2024, the survey involved 6,970 participants aged 16 and older, who were interviewed in person.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329084-thai-survey-reveals-443-highly-satisfied-with-government-performance/

 

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 6 June 2024
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329086-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-6-june-2024/

 

German Tourist's Fatal Fall at Pattaya Hotel Shocks Visitors

 

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A tragic incident at a luxury hotel in Pattaya has left tourists in shock after a German national fell to his death. Police are now working to uncover the true motive behind this unfortunate event.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329087-german-tourists-fatal-fall-at-pattaya-hotel-shocks-visitors/

 

Pattaya Man Injured in Axe Attack to the Face
By Aim Tanakorn

 

A 42-year-old Thai man was seriously injured in an axe attack in Pattaya on Monday night, June 3rd.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329088-pattaya-man-injured-in-axe-attack-to-the-face/

 

Pattaya Contractor for Road Resurfacing Delays on Sukhumvit Rd to Face Daily 100K Baht Fine
By Aim Tanakorn

 

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Pattaya City Mayor Mr. Poramase Ngampiches is taking drastic action against the contractor of a delayed road resurfacing project on Sukhumvit Road by fining them over 100,000 baht per day until the work is done.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329090-pattaya-contractor-for-road-resurfacing-delays-on-sukhumvit-rd-to-face-daily-100k-baht-fine/

 

Police Crackdown at Sisaket Railway Market Nets Illegal Immigrants

 

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Police in Sisaket have ramped up their efforts to address illegal immigration, specifically targeting the bustling railway market area. This heightened surveillance is designed to ensure the safety of both locals and tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329094-police-crackdown-at-sisaket-railway-market-nets-illegal-immigrants/

 

Thai Authorities Bust Major Tiger Cub Trafficking Operation

 

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Yesterday, Thai authorities successfully executed a sting operation in the Bueng Kan province, foiling an illegal wildlife trafficking scheme involving a valuable tiger cub. The would-be sellers sought a substantial profit of 300,000 baht, equivalent to roughly US$8,200.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329097-thai-authorities-bust-major-tiger-cub-trafficking-operation/

 

Thai Tourism Revenue to Hit 3 Trillion Baht, Falls Short of Goal

 

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Thailand’s tourism industry expects to generate 3 trillion baht this year but will miss its 3.5 trillion baht target, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The shortfall is attributed to economic hurdles in key markets, primarily China.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329099-thai-tourism-revenue-to-hit-3-trillion-baht-falls-short-of-goal/

 

Severe weather warning for 34 provinces with heavy rainfall
by Bright Choomanee

 

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The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for severe weather conditions impacting 34 provinces today. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue, with the northern region experiencing particularly significant precipitation, covering 70% of the area. Flash floods and forest runoffs are anticipated.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329104-severe-weather-warning-for-34-provinces-with-heavy-rainfall/

 

Thai PM Eyes Revenue Boost for Fourth Quarter

 

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Thailand’s government is actively exploring strategies to enhance state revenue, as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expresses optimism about the economic outlook for the fourth quarter.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329105-thai-pm-eyes-revenue-boost-for-fourth-quarter/

Honest Bangkok cabbie cashes in, returns 80k to Maldivian man

by Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai taxi driver proved that not all of the capital’s cabbies are crooks when he returned 80,000 baht in cash, along with personal belongings, to a Maldivian man who left them behind while travelling from Banthat Thong Road to Pradipat Road in Bangkok.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1329107-honest-bangkok-cabbie-cashes-in-returns-80k-to-maldivian-man/

 

Thai monk stole Buddha statues and antiques to fix broken car

 

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Police arrested a Thai monk for stealing Buddha statues and antiques from three temples in the northern province of Phitsanulok. The thief claimed he committed the theft for the first time because he needed money to fix his car.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329116-thai-monk-stole-buddha-statues-and-antiques-to-fix-broken-car/

 

Thai woman accused of forcing daughter to trade sex for Yaba

 

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A 22 year old woman from the Isaan province of Buriram sought help from the director of the Opportunity Foundation, accusing her mother of forcing her to have sex with drug dealers to obtain methamphetamine, also known as Yaba.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329117-thai-woman-accused-of-forcing-daughter-to-trade-sex-for-yaba/

 

Jealous ex-husband shoots rival after child’s birthday party

 

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A tragic incident unfolded in Phetchaburi when a former husband, driven by jealousy, shot his ex-wife’s new partner with a 9mm gun, leading to the latter’s death. The incident took place after a child’s birthday party.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329118-jealous-ex-husband-shoots-rival-after-child’s-birthday-party/

 

Man with sword alarms residents in Ayutthaya historical park

 

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Residents of Ayutthaya were alarmed by a man walking around a historical park with a sword, claiming he borrowed it from a friend and had no intention of harming anyone. The police were alerted to the situation today and responded promptly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329119-man-with-sword-alarms-residents-in-ayutthaya-historical-park/

 

Teen killed by speeding BMW in Phuket hit-and-run tragedy

 

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A tragic accident occurred when a 14 year old boy riding a motorcycle was hit and dragged to his death by a speeding BMW. The driver fled the scene but later turned himself in to the police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329120-teen-killed-by-speeding-bmw-in-phuket-hit-and-run-tragedy/

 

Former Actress's Husband Accused of Operating a 93 Million Baht Porn Site

 

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The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has pressed charges against the husband of a former leading actress and owner of a website, accused of distributing adult content online and causing damage worth upwards of 93 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329121-former-actresss-husband-accused-of-operating-a-93-million-baht-porn-site/

 

Tourist Association Introduces 11-Point Plan to Boost Tourism

 

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The Federation of Thai Tourist Associations (FETTA) has introduced a comprehensive 11-point plan to give Thailand's tourism industry a boost. The goal is to put Thailand at the forefront of global tourism targets. This plan was drawn up after extensive discussions with tourism business owners and other private sector players to address the industry's challenges and opportunities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329122-tourist-association-introduces-11-point-plan-to-boost-tourism/

 

Homeowner killed in a tragic house fire in Nakhon Si Thammarat

 

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A 50-year-old man sadly lost his life in a tragic house fire in Nakhon Si Thammarat, believed to have been caused by an electrical fault. The man managed to escape from the fire before ultimately dying from smoke inhalation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329126-homeowner-killed-in-a-tragic-house-fire-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/

 

Teenager attempts suicide after murdering his girlfriend

 

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A teenager's attempt to take his own life was unsuccessful yesterday. This came after he murdered and dismembered his 18-year-old girlfriend, discarding her body under a motorway in Pathum Thani, a province in central Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329032-young-womans-body-discovered-under-the-expressway/?do=findComment&comment=18971705