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Former Bangkok MP exits Pheu Thai after election controversy

 

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A former Bangkok MP resigned from the ruling Pheu Thai Party following criticism for showing sympathy to a party opponent during a recent local election in Pathum Thani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333090-former-bangkok-mp-exits-pheu-thai-after-election-controversy/

 

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Chicken crisis averted: Dentist wings it to save choking man - video

 

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A quick-thinking dentist saved a man’s life when he choked on food at a chicken rice restaurant in Saraburi. The incident yesterday, July 15, was captured by CCTV footage and shared on TikTok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333091-chicken-crisis-averted-dentist-wings-it-to-save-choking-man-video/

 

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Much-trusted nanny arrested for theft and fraud involving millions of baht

 

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A well-trusted nanny from Nakhon Pathom has been apprehended for charges of theft and fraud totaling millions of baht. The nanny, known to have been well-paid and respectfully treated, has been accused of stealing valuable personal items and borrowing cash under false pretensions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333092-much-trusted-nanny-arrested-for-theft-and-fraud-involving-millions-of-baht/

 

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Thai Education Ministry pushes ahead with tablet project despite budget cuts

 

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Despite a budget cut from 16 billion to 13 billion baht, Thailand's Education Ministry is still pushing ahead with its ambitious plan to provide tablets for students. Assistant to the Education Minister, Siripong Angkasakulkiat, confirmed the ministry's commitment to the project.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333093-thai-education-ministry-pushes-ahead-with-tablet-project-despite-budget-cuts/

 

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Thailand Eyes Credit Card Relief Amid Economic Woes, Plans Cut in Minimum Payment

 

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Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira recently suggested that the Bank of Thailand (BOT) could partner with other financial bodies to lower the minimum monthly credit card payment from 8% down to 5%. This idea was proposed during an Economic Cabinet meeting to help people struggling with debt due to the current economic downturn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333095-thailand-eyes-credit-card-relief-amid-economic-woes-plans-cut-in-minimum-payment/

 

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Thailand Suspends 1M+ SIM Cards in Major Anti-Fraud Crackdown

 

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In a joint operation by the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) and Thailand's National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), they have launched a massive crackdown on mobile banking regulation and call center scams. This effort has already led to the suspension of over 1 million phone numbers tied to users with more than 101 SIM cards.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333097-thailand-suspends-1m-sim-cards-in-major-anti-fraud-crackdown/

 

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Bangkok governor goes fishing for answers over fish deaths

 

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Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt inspected Bueng Makkasan in Ratchathewi district following a large number of fish deaths, suspected to be caused by oxygen depletion and expressed concern over the potential spread of the blackchin tilapia to other areas.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333098-bangkok-governor-goes-fishing-for-answers-over-fish-deaths/

 

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Fertiliser fiasco: Thailand halts farmers’ subsidy scheme

 

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Trouble is brewing for Thailand’s farmers as the much-anticipated fertiliser subsidy faces suspension until next year, according to Agriculture Minister Thamanat Prompow.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333099-fertiliser-fiasco-thailand-halts-farmers’-subsidy-scheme/

 

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Wildlife crackdown: Claws out for illegal tiger biz in Thailand

 

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Following the arrest of illegal tiger cubs and ivory traffickers, the Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation ordered a thorough inspection of all tiger farms, with strict actions promised against any illegal activities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333100-wildlife-crackdown-claws-out-for-illegal-tiger-biz-in-thailand/

 

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Thaksin May Advise Thai Govt Post-Parole, Can't Be PM Again

 

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The constitution bans Thaksin Shinawatra from running in an election or becoming a prime minister again. However, he could serve as a government advisor once his parole ends in August, says Wissanu Krea-ngam, an advisor to the premier.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333101-thaksin-may-advise-thai-govt-post-parole-cant-be-pm-again/

 

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Education Minister: Senator Keskamol Can't Use the Title "Professor"

 

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Senator Keskamol Pleansamai is not entitled to use the title "professor" according to Supamas Isarabhakdi, Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovations in Thailand. This is because Pleansamai's qualifications, which she says were attained from a foreign university, have not been recognized by any university in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333102-education-minister-senator-keskamol-cant-use-the-title-professor/

 

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Double Homicide Shocks Pattaya: Restaurant Owners Found Dead

 

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A 64-year-old man from Iran and his Thai wife were brutally killed in their restaurant in Pattaya on July 16th, 2024. This devastating news was reported to the Pattaya Police Station around 12:06 PM by Pol. Col. Navin Thirawit.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333104-double-homicide-shocks-pattaya-restaurant-owners-found-dead/

 

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UPDATE:

 

6 Vietnamese nationals found dead at hotel in Bangkok
by Petch Petpailin

 

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Six Vietnamese nationals mysteriously died today at a luxury hotel in Bangkok after allegedly drinking tea and coffee mixed with poison. Police believe there may be a seventh Vietnamese but that individual has not been located.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333115-six-vietnamese-found-dead-in-bangkok-hotel-room/?do=findComment&comment=19070363

 

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