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Muay Thai legend Buakaw loses to Bulgarian in K-1 World MAX 2024 finals

 

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Thailand’s best-known Muay Thai boxer, Buakaw Banchamek, was defeated by Bulgarian Stoyan Koprivlenski in a three-round bout at the K-1 World MAX Championship, held in the Yoyoi 2nd gymnasium in Tokyo on Sunday night.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331846-muay-thai-legend-buakaw-loses-to-bulgarian-in-k-1-world-max-2024-finals/

 

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Daring Daylight Heist: Over 50 Baht of Gold Stolen in Minutes

 

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In a brazen daylight robbery, a lone suspect targeted a bustling shopping mall in Chiang Mai, absconding with more than 50 baht weight of gold, worth nearly two million baht, from a busy gold shop.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331849-daring-daylight-heist-over-50-baht-of-gold-stolen-in-minutes/

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Blaze Claims Lives of 21 Cats in Don Mueang Fire

 

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In what turned into a devastating night in Bangkok's Don Mueang district, 21 cats died in a fire that engulfed a terraced house. The incident occurred late last night, bringing a sorrowful tone to what is normally a peaceful residential area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331859-blaze-claims-lives-of-21-cats-in-don-mueang-fire/

 

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Thailand gears up for digital wallet launch: 10,000 Baht Payout Per Citizen

 

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Thailand is preparing to launch an innovative digital wallet initiative, sponsored by the government, that aims to distribute 10,000 baht to every citizen. This move is part of a wider effort to stimulate economic growth by encouraging consumer spending within local markets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331865-thailand-gears-up-for-digital-wallet-launch-10000-baht-payout-per-citizen/

 

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Nong Prue Municipality Hosts Youth and Public Football Competitions to Combat Drug Abuse
By Adam Judd

 

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Nongprue— In a bid to promote physical activity, foster community unity, and combat drug abuse, Nong Prue Municipality is organizing the Nong Prue Municipality Anti-Drug Day 2024 football competitions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331870-nong-prue-municipality-hosts-youth-and-public-football-competitions-to-combat-drug-abuse/

 

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Heavy rain and high waves forecasted across Thailand
by Ryan Turner

 

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The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning about the southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, causing waves exceeding 2 metres and heavy rain across Thailand, including Bangkok and its vicinity, with thunderstorms expected in 60% of the area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331872-heavy-rain-and-high-waves-forecasted-across-thailand/

 

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Sleepy Driver Causes Accident in Songkhla, Killing 3, Injuring 2

 

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In a devastating turn of events yesterday, a severe traffic accident on the Songkhla-Natawee Road in southern Thailand has claimed the lives of three individuals, including the driver believed to have caused the accident by falling asleep at the wheel. This grievous incident also left two others with serious injuries requiring immediate hospitalization.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331875-sleepy-driver causes-accident-in-songkhla-killing-3-injuring-2/

 

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Police Impersonator Assaults Woman in Pattaya Bar

 

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In an unsettling incident early this morning at a popular Pattaya bar, a woman was groped by a man who deceitfully introduced himself as a police inspector. The attack occurred on South Pattaya Road, prompting immediate police intervention.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331877-police-impersonator-assaults-woman-in-pattaya-bar/

 

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Pattaya bus office robbed of cash, phones, and documents
Photo of Petch Petpailin

 

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Police are searching for thieves who stole cash, mobile phones, and important documents from an office of the Pattaya Bus Cooperative last night, July 8.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331880-pattaya-bus-office-robbed-of-cash-phones-and-documents/

 

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Former red-shirt leader plans protest against new govt initiatives
by Ryan Turne

 

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Former red-shirt leader Jatuporn Prompan announced plans for a protest next month against several government initiatives, citing concerns that these measures would primarily benefit the country’s elite.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331881-former-red-shirt-leader-plans-protest-against-new-govt-initiatives/

 

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Train collision in Phichit leaves five dead, two injured
by Ryan Turner

 

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A tragic accident occurred yesterday, July 8, when a train collided with a pickup truck at an unguarded crossing in Ban Ratchachangkhwan, Phichit Province, resulting in five fatalities and two severe injuries. The victims were en route to a relative’s funeral.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331882-train-collision-in-phichit-leaves-five-dead-two-injured/

 

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Thailand and France boost defence ties with 200 billion baht deal

 

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Thai and French officials convened a special seminar to enhance the defence industries of both nations, with Thailand aiming to procure defence products valued at 200 billion baht over the next two decades.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331902-thailand-and-france-boost-defence-ties-with-200-billion-baht-deal/

 

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Thailand aims for 3.4 trillion baht in tourism revenue by 2025

 

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Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) plans to achieve 7.5% revenue growth or 3.4 trillion baht in 2025, while private operators advocate for airfare subsidies to boost income, to mark the upcoming year as Thailand Grand Tourism Year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331903-thailand-aims-for-34-trillion-baht-in-tourism-revenue-by-2025/

 

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Investigation begins after body discovered in Suvarnabhumi canal

 

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Police are looking into the case of a man's body that was found floating in a water canal in the Bang Phli area, near Suvarnabhumi. The body was found near a parked pickup truck which had a child car seat in it. Eyewitnesses reportedly saw the man sitting on a nearby bridge the previous night.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331908-investigation-begins-after-body-discovered-in-suvarnabhumi-canal/

 

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Thai-Singaporean Singer Assaulted Over Alleged Affair, Files Police Complaint

 

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A 23-year-old Thai-Singaporean singer, Kittisak “Hun” Boonsan, has reported that he was physically assaulted by a Thai man known only as 'Q'. The singer alleges that the assault occurred after 'Q' accused him of having an affair with his girlfriend at a condominium in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331909-thai-singaporean-singer-assaulted-over-alleged-affair-files-police-complaint/

 

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Major Breakthrough Against Human Trafficking: Thai Police Dismantle Call Centre Scam

 

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Thai police have captured key members of a human trafficking group that conned local residents into working in call centers under false promises of high wages, where they were insteadforced into labor and kept confined. The operation was led by Saruti Kwangsopa, Chief of the Anti-Human Trafficking Division (AHTD).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331914-major-breakthrough-against-human-trafficking-thai-police-dismantle-call-centre-scam/

 

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Parasitic Health Scare Alarms Residents of Lat Phrao Condo

 

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A condo in the Lat Phrao area is dealing with a severe health issue due to a parasite infection in their water supply. Over 100 residents are affected, and some could risk losing their sight if not treated on time.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331916-parasitic-health-scare-alarms-residents-of-lat-phrao-condo/

 

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TAT unveils Visa Thailand Grand Sale 2024

 

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiled the Visa Thailand Grand Sale 2024, designed to draw international tourists to Thailand and encourage spending at prominent shopping venues such as King Power Duty-Free, Siam Paragon, Emporium, EmQuartier, Emsphere, Icon Siam, and Gaysorn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331918-tat-unveils-visa-thailand-grand-sale-2024/

 

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Thailand govt to review Thap Lan National Park boundary

 

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Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Patcharawat Wongsuwan addressed public concerns over the proposed boundary adjustments to Thap Lan National Park in Prachin Buri, Nakhon Ratchasima. Public opinion will be considered before final decisions are made by this Friday, July 12.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1331919-thailand-govt-to-review-thap-lan-national-park-boundary/

 

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