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Thailand Live Tuesday 16 July 2024

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In a striking moment of finality, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to be officially released, with an innocence certificate earmarked for August. This follows a series of legal and procedural crescendos that began with his contentious detainment over corruption charges and culminated in a royal pardon last year.

 

Thaksin Shinawatra to Receive Certificate of Innocence in August

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Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332962-thaksin-shinawatra-to-receive-certificate-of-innocence-in-august/

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Pattaya police urged to take action on Kuwaiti street racers - video

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Residents in Soi Yen Sabai, Pattaya, urged police officers to take action against Kuwaiti motorcycle racers following a noise pollution disturbance and a recent physical altercation on Saturday, July 13.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332996-pattaya-police-urged-to-take-action-on-kuwaiti-street-racers-video/

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Thailand travel woes: Cops’ highway robbery sparks outcry
by Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai travel agency took to social media to seek justice after a group of alleged police officers extorted 700,000 baht from Chinese tourists on a motorway heading to Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1332984-thai-travel-agency-alleges-police-extortion-of-chinese-tourists-video/?do=findComment&comment=19067859

 

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Explosion in Roi Et: Fridge Blast Ravages Four Homes

 

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In the early hours of the morning in Roi Et, a deafening explosion tore through a family home, damaging it and three neighboring residences. This incident, stemming from what appears to be a refrigerator malfunction, prompted immediate response from local authorities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333019-explosion-in-roi-et-fridge-blast-ravages-four-homes/

 

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Woman Robbed During ATM Money Deposit

 

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In a shocking incident at a local ATM in Samrong Nuea, Samut Prakan, a woman was robbed while trying to deposit money. The robbery, taking place in broad daylight, raises serious concerns about security measures at local banks and public financial transaction points.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333035-woman-robbed-during-atm-money-deposit/

 

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TikTok trend: ‘Jackpot’ with dead jackfruit trees worth millions
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A TikTok user shared a video revealing the surprising value of dead jackfruit trees, also known as jackfruit standing dead. The clip quickly gained attention when she mentioned that such trees could sell for millions of baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333041-tiktok-trend-‘jackpot’-with-dead-jackfruit-trees-worth-millions/

 

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Thailand weather: Heavy rainfall and storms in 57 provinces
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Thailand faces severe weather, with heavy rain and thunderstorms across 57 provinces, particularly in the northeast and east regions, with rainfall expected in up to 80% of these areas. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecasts severe weather conditions due to a strong monsoon trough.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333046-thailand-weather-heavy-rainfall-and-storms-in-57-provinces/

 

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Bangkok SWAT Nabs Gunman from House Ceiling

 

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In a high-stakes operation, a SWAT team from Bangkok’s Metropolitan Police captured a notorious gunman, previously involved in a pivotal public shooting, who was found hiding in a ceiling compartment. The incident unfolded yesterday in the Min Buri district, known for its recurrent gun and drug violations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333047-bangkok-swat-nabs-gunman-from-house-ceiling/

 

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Students report being misled into bizarre camp in Thailand
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Several students from a renowned university in northeastern Thailand have reported being misled by senior students into attending a peculiar camp that deviated from Buddhist teachings. The camp involved strange rituals, including chanting hundreds of times and creating heavenly passports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333049-students-report-being-misled-into-bizarre-camp-in-thailand/

 

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Thai couple arrested for illegal wildlife trade in Surin province
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Police arrested a Thai couple involved in the illegal wildlife trade, confiscating two tiger cubs, two pairs of Thai elephant tusks, and 26 pieces of African elephant tusks worth millions of baht. Efforts are underway to rescue an additional four tiger cubs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333050-thai-couple-arrested-for-illegal-wildlife-trade-in-surin-province/

 

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Udon Thani hotel calls for delay in electricity rate hike

 

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A prominent hotel in Udon Thani urged the government to delay the planned electricity rate hike, citing concerns about the current purchasing power of consumers. They argue that customers are only spending on necessities, and an increase in electricity costs could further impact the number of patrons using their services.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333071-udon-thani-hotel-calls-for-delay-in-electricity-rate-hike/

 

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State officials implicated in bid-rigging scheme for rubber latex firms

 

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The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) uncovered the involvement of state officials in bid-rigging for rubber latex companies in 10 provinces, leading to significant financial losses for the country. The investigation has been forwarded to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) for further action.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333074-state-officials-implicated-in-bid-rigging-scheme-for-rubber-latex-firms/

 

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Irish terrorist engaged to Thai bride 50 years his junior

 

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An infamous Irish terrorist revealed his engagement to a Thai bride half a century younger. Gormy McMullan, a prime suspect in the Loughinisland massacre, announced his upcoming nuptials to Thai national Bannapon Nuch Jathasan on social media, igniting a storm of reactions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333075-irish-terrorist-engaged-to-thai-bride-50-years-his-junior/

 

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Thailand is dealing with a household debt crisis and a slow economic recovery

 

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The Economic Cabinet has instructed the Finance Ministry and the Bank of Thailand to urgently address rising household debt. This encompasses bad debts related to housing, cars, motorcycles, credit cards, and student loans, as the Thai economy continues to struggle to rebound.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333077-thailand-is-dealing-with-a-household-debt-crisis-and-a-slow-economic-recovery/

 

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Unidentified Man's Handless Body Discovered in Central Thailand

 

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A man's body, with both hands missing, was discovered on a sugarcane farm in the central province of Nakhon Sawan, Thailand. The identity of the deceased is still unknown as police search for his severed hands initially.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333078-unidentified-mans-handless-body-discovered-in-central-thailand/

 

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Bangkok Police Nab Thief Who Targeted Embassy Cars in Bold Heist

 

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Police in Bangkok have seized a man who broke into a car care shop and stole side mirrors from several cars owned by an embassy. The alleged thief was caught on CCTV footage and later confessed to selling the stolen items for cash.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333079-bangkok-police-nab-thief-who-targeted-embassy-cars-in-bold-heist/

 

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Bangkok to quicken the process of removing illegal structures from canals

 

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The city authorities in Bangkok have promised to speed up the process of getting rid of illegally built structures on the city's wide network of canals. With over 1,980 canals in Bangkok, 233 of them fall under the Department of Drainage's control, while local district offices manage the rest.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333081-bangkok-to-quicken-the-process-of-removing-illegal-structures-from-canals/

 

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Food fight: Chatuchak market prices stir up a spicy online debate

 

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A shocking revelation about the cost of food at Chatuchak market sparked a fierce online discussion. A Facebook user posted in the group พวกเราคือผู้บริโภค (We Are Consumers), which has 780,000 members, sharing their shock at being charged 820 baht for three dishes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333088-food-fight-chatuchak-market-prices-stir-up-a-spicy-online-debate/

 

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