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Two New Zealand brothers, who were detained in Thailand for nearly four months following an assault on a police officer in Phuket, have returned home. Hamish and Mattson Day had faced multiple charges after a disagreement over a speeding violation on March 16 escalated into violence.

 

NZ brothers return home after 4 months in Thai custody for assault
by Mitch Connor

Picture courtesy of The Phuket News

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332918-nz-brothers-return-home-after-4-months-in-thai-custody-for-assault/

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Speedboat rescues 12 tourists from sinking boat near Pattaya
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A dramatic rescue unfolded between Koh Larn and Pattaya City after the passenger boat Tara Jade experienced a sewage pump failure, causing it to take on water. The boat was carrying 12 Thai passengers—five men and seven women—when the incident occurred.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332922-speedboat-rescues-12-tourists-from-sinking-boat-near-pattaya/

 

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Motorbike taxi speeds along Patong Beach, alarming tourists (video)
Photo of Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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A motorbike taxi was seen speeding along Patong Beach in Phuket, causing confusion among the many tourists relaxing on the shore. Lifeguards attempted to intervene but were unable to catch the rider.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332929-motorbike-taxi-speeds-along-patong-beach-alarming-tourists-video/

 

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Outstanding questions remain about new visa rules for Thailand
By Barry Kenyon

 

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The latest Thai immigration rule changes are the biggest in 20 years.


The interior minister has now signed off on the latest immigration rules which will permit citizens of 93 countries to obtain a visa-exempt 60 days on entering Thailand by land, air and sea.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332939-outstanding-questions-remain-about-new-visa-rules-for-thailand/

 

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Buriram man killed by friend in liquor dispute, community in shock
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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A man was fatally assaulted by his friend after an argument over buying liquor in Buriram Province, leaving the community in shock. The incident occurred yesterday in the village of Kradon, Huai Rat District.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332943-buriram-man-killed-by-friend-in-liquor-dispute-community-in-shock/

 

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Sa Kaeo police arrest four in 5 million baht gambling bust
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

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Police in Sa Kaeo have arrested four individuals linked to a major online gambling operation, which included betting on Euro football matches. The operation involved a large number of participants and had a cash flow of 5 million baht (US$ 138,000).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332944-sa-kaeo-police-arrest-four-in-5-million-baht-gambling-bust/

 

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Thai PM Strettha wishes Donald Trump speedy recovery amid assassination attempt

 

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In a tumultuous event that shook global politics, former U.S. President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed his concern and sympathy, wishing Trump a speedy recovery.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332945-thai-pm-strettha-wishes-donals-trump-speedy-recovery-amid-assassination-attempt/

 

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Motorcycle taxi drivers brutally beating tourist caught on video

 

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In a distressing incident at Phuket, three motorcycle taxi drivers were captured on video brutally beating a tourist until he lost consciousness. The attack occurred in the early hours around 3 a.m. outside Central Patong, a popular shopping area. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332947-motorcycle-taxi-drivers-brutally-beating-tourist-caught-on-video/ 

 

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2 men & 1 women wanted by cops for sex on Patong beach (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

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Police are searching for two men and a woman, whose nationalities remain undisclosed, after they engaged in sexual activities on Patong Beach in Phuket yesterday, July 14.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332948-2-men-1-women-wanted-by-cops-for-sex-on-patong-beach-video/

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14-Year-Old Motorcyclist Strikes and Kills Homeless Man Sitting by a Pattaya Roadside
By Aim Tanakorn

 

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Pattaya — A homeless man was tragically killed after being struck by a motorcycle on a highway near Pattaya last night, July 13th. The 14-year-old motorcyclist claimed the victim was sitting in the dark by the roadside.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332949-14-year-old-motorcyclist-strikes-and-kills-homeless-man-sitting-by-a-pattaya-roadside/

 

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Thailand disburses 3.48 trillion baht budget to boost economy

 

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An injection of 3.48 trillion baht from the 2024 fiscal budget has finally been disbursed in the second quarter of this year, following delays that began on October 1 last year due to political setbacks after the General Election in May 2023.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332978-thailand-disburses-348-trillion-baht-budget-to-boost-economy/

 

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Thai PM and health minister unveils digital health stations to honour His Majesty The King

 

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In a significant leap towards enhancing healthcare access, Sa Kaeo Hospital in Thailand has established digital health stations across 340 communities in the province. This initiative, part of the Royal Celebration Project, aims to honour His Majesty the King and marks a milestone in the country’s primary healthcare system.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332980-thai-pm-and-health-minister-unveils-digital-health-stations-to-honour-his-majesty-the-king/

 

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Police raid luxury village restaurant busting ketamine party

 

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Pattaya police raided a prominent restaurant within a luxurious village, busting a drug party and apprehending several individuals. The operation led to the seizure of a significant amount of ketamine and the detainment of ten party-goers, all of whom were subjected to drug testing.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332981-police-raid-luxury-village-restaurant-busting-ketamine-party/

 

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