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Cyber police seize 40m baht from online betting sites in major crackdown

 

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Two online football betting and gambling sites were taken down by the cyber police, with assets totaling over 40 million baht seized and ten people arrested. The websites had over 12,000 members and almost 100 million baht in cash flow.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331002-cyber-police-seize-40m-baht-from-online-betting-sites-in-major-crackdown/

 

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Thailand expected to see a significant increase in tourists

 

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Thailand is preparing for a significant increase in tourists, with expectations of record visitor numbers from Malaysia, India, South Korea, and Russia in 2024. This is due to the strong support from the government and the country's positive global image.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331003-thailand-expected-to-see-a-significant-increase-in-tourists/

 

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Police in Pursuit of Woman Accused of Stealing a Gold Amulet Worth at 600 Baht

 

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The police in Patong are searching for a woman who stole a golden amulet and 600 baht from a smoothie shop. The incident, which occurred on Sawasdirak Road, was reported at 10.50 am today by the shop owner, Aum. She discovered the theft upon reopening her shop at 11 am, which she had closed at 2:30 am the same day.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331004-police-in-pursuit-of-woman-accused-of-stealing-a-gold-amulet-worth-at-600-baht/

 

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Thai police dismantle Chinese call centre scam in Chiang Mai

 

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Thai cyber police dismantled a Chinese cross-border call centre scam gang based in Chiang Mai, involved in defrauding victims in China, arresting 13 suspects, including seven Chinese nationals and six from Myanmar.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331007-thai-police-dismantle-chinese-call-centre-scam-in-chiang-mai/

 

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Thai woman admits 90 million baht lottery win was a scam

 

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A Thai woman from Nakhon Phanom stirred controversy this week by claiming she scooped a whopping 90 million baht on the lottery with 15 winning tickets drawn on December 30, 2022.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331009-thai-woman-admits-90-million-baht-lottery-win-was-a-scam/

 

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Chinese woman arrested for 150 million baht Ponzi scheme

 

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A Chinese woman involved in a Ponzi scheme that caused over 150 million baht in damages to victims has been arrested at a condominium in Pattaya, Chon Buri province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331010-chinese-woman-arrested-for-150-million-baht-ponzi-scheme/

 

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Major fuel companies reject biodiesel from palm oil producers

 

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The Thai Biodiesel Producers Association plans to file an official complaint against big fuel traders. These traders refused to buy B100 biodiesel from local palm oil manufacturers under the Fuel Trade Act's Section 7. Significant companies like PTT Plc and Bangchak Corporation that handle over 100,000 tonnes of fuel annually are involved.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331014-major-fuel-companies-reject-biodiesel-from-palm-oil-producers/

 

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Thailand increases interest in hybrid cars, lessens focus on electric vehicles

 

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Thai consumers are showing less interest in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) over the past year, and greater interest in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), based on a survey by Deloitte. The 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study shows that Thai respondents interested in buying a BEV dropped from 31% in 2023 to 20% in 2024, while HEV interest increased from 10% to 19%. Yet, vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICE) remain the top choice, despite preference dropping slightly from 36% to 32%.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331015-thailand-increases-interest-in-hybrid-cars-lessens-focus-on-electric-vehicles/

 

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Bangkok Police Arrest Luxury Watch Scammer Involved in 2.4 Million Baht Fraud

 

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In Bangkok, a man involved in a scam involving a luxury watch priced at 2.4 million baht has been arrested. The individual managed to trick an unsuspecting courier service into surrendering the expensive timepiece, bought by a customer, to him. The police detained the suspect yesterday, unveiling this complex scam.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331016-bangkok-police-arrest-luxury-watch-scammer-involved-in-24-million-baht-fraud/

 

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Tourists warned after box jellyfish stings near Bamboo Island

 

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National Park officials in Krabi issued urgent warnings about deadly box jellyfish after three tourists were stung near Bamboo Island in Phi Phi Archipelago. The tourists, who were all injured, have since been treated and are now in stable condition.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331017-tourists-warned-after-box-jellyfish-stings-near-bamboo-island/

 

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Heroic pharmacist in Satun’s quick thinking saves choking infant

 

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An infant child was saved from a life-threatening situation after choking on food, thanks to the quick actions of a pharmacist. The footage of the harrowing event was shared on social media, showing a distressed mother seeking help at a pharmacy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331018-heroic-pharmacist-in-satun’s-quick-thinking-saves-choking-infant/

 

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Mysterious deaths of eight buffaloes spark health concerns in Korat

 

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Nakhon Ratchasima residents were alarmed to hear about the mysterious death of eight buffaloes and the critical condition of three others, sparking fears of a potential outbreak of zoonotic disease. The district livestock officials have been urgently dispatched to investigate the situation and warn farmers to exercise caution.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331019-mysterious-deaths-of-eight-buffaloes-spark-health-concerns-in-korat/

 

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