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TB outbreak looming on Thailand-Myanmar border

 

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Mae Sot Hospital, on the edge of the Thailand-Myanmar border in Tak province, issued a stark warning about a looming tuberculosis (TB) outbreak.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333923-tb-outbreak-looming-on-thailand-myanmar-border/

 

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Thai cyber police seize gambling assets worth 190 million baht

 

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Thai cyber police arrested the owner of two major online gambling networks, seizing assets worth 190 million baht. The websites reportedly used cartoon profile pictures to attract young gamblers. Police disclosed that the networks generated over 480 million baht annually.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333924-thai-cyber-police-seize-gambling-assets-worth-190-million-baht/

 

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Bangkok ordered to pay over 12 billion baht to BTS within 180 days

 

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The Supreme Administrative Court upheld a ruling requiring Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and Krungthep Thanakom Company to pay BTS Group Holdings over 12 billion baht in outstanding debts related to the Green Line extension project within 180 days.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333926-bangkok-ordered-to-pay-over-12-billion-baht-to-bts-within-180-days/

 

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Swedish Couple Gets Sacred Tattoos in Thailand for Luck and Prosperity

 

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A Swedish pair received sacred tattoos on their hands in a traditional ceremony at the Wat Sawang Arom temple in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, for good fortune and success. They also prayed to Thao Wessuwan, a deity known for granting blessings and revealing lucky numbers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333927-swedish-couple-gets-sacred-tattoos-in-thailand-for-luck-and-prosperity/

 

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Landslide Alert for Khao Yai National Park

 

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A landslide alert has been issued for Khao Yai National Park following heavy rainfall. This has resulted in soil and rocks falling onto Thanarat Road, creating a hazardous situation. Park officials have urged extreme caution, particularly near the waterfall area.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333929-landslide-alert-for-khao-yai-national-park/

 

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Thai Man Admits to Murdering Friend Due to Love Rivalry

 

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A man from Thailand, Rung, confessed to killing his friend, Yodrak, because of a dispute over a love interest. Yodrak's body was found dumped in a pond in Nakhon Sawan province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333931-thai-man-admits-to-murdering-friend-due-to-love-rivalry/

 

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Lopburi City Catches Over 150 Monkeys in New Task

 

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Lopburi city has caught more than 150 monkeys in the first two days of a new mission aimed at managing the city's monkey population. The aim is to catch at least 500 monkeys within 10 days, with help from 12 military staff members from the 13th Military Circle.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333932-lopburi-city-catches-over-150-monkeys-in-new-task/

 

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Myanmar Couple Gets Involved in Dispute, Leads to Woman's Death

 

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A disagreement between two pairs from Myanmar resulted in the tragic death of a woman on Wednesday in the Bang Bir district of the Samut Prakan province. The deceased woman's partner was also grievously injured.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333933-myanmar-couple-gets-involved-in-dispute-leads-to-womans-death/

 

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Flooding in Mae Sot Following Heavy Rainfall and Moei River Overflow

 

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The town of Mae Sot, in Tak province, has experienced significant flood damage due to consistent heavy rain over the last four days causing the Moei River to burst its banks. This has resulted in a rise in water levels by 1.2 meters, flooding many local villages. Emergency services are working non-stop to aid those affected.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333934-flooding-in-mae-sot-following-heavy-rainfall-and-moei-river-overflow/

 

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Electric Motorbike Catches Fire in Chon Buri, Triggering Police Investigation

 

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An electric motorbike unexpectedly burst into flames in the Ban Suan area of the Chon Buri province. The rider was forced to leave his bike, and firefighters were summoned to put out the fire. The police are now looking into the cause of the fire.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333937-electric-motorbike-catches-fire-in-chon-buri-triggering-police-investigation/

 

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Over 5 Million Domestic Tourists Expected During July Long Holidays in Thailand

 

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The government estimates that over 5 million domestic tourists will travel within Thailand during the long weekend in July 2024, generating more than 18 billion Baht in economic activity.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333939-over-5-million-domestic-tourists-expected-during-july-long-holidays-in-thailand/

 

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Pattaya's Walking Street to Undergo Excavation for Underground Cable Project

 

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Pattaya City officials have unveiled plans to excavate parts of the renowned Walking Street, beginning from its entrance, to launch an underground utility cable project. Pattaya Mayor, Mr. Poramase Ngampiches, held a meeting with executives from the Chonburi Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) to discuss the impending project on July 24th, 2024.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333940-pattayas-walking-street-to-undergo-excavation-for-underground-cable-project/

 

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Power outage to hit Baan Manik in Srisoonthorn tomorrow

 

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A scheduled power outage will impact Baan Manik in Srisoonthorn tomorrow, as announced by the Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333942-power-outage-to-hit-baan-manik-in-srisoonthorn-tomorrow/

 

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Efforts intensify to protect rare marine species in Andaman Sea

 

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Efforts to protect rare marine species along the Andaman Sea have intensified, with new aerial surveys revealing the presence of dugongs, sea turtles, and dolphins, highlighting a thriving marine ecosystem. The initiative, spearheaded by senior officials, aims to conserve these precious resources.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333943-efforts-intensify-to-protect-rare-marine-species-in-andaman-sea/

 

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Thai rapist attempts to kill 14 year old victim after her pregnancy

 

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The family of a 14 year old Thai girl is seeking justice after an influential 72 year old man in the southern province of Surat Thani repeatedly raped the teenager for over a year and tried to kill her to conceal his crime after she became pregnant.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333944-thai-rapist-attempts-to-kill-14-year-old-victim-after-her-pregnancy/

 

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Elderly man sneaks out of hospital in Central Thailand, picked up by police

 

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An older man undergoing therapy for severe alcohol addiction managed to sneak away from a hospital in Chai Nat, garbed in a bloodied hospital gown. He was later intercepted and returned by the police, after claiming he was on his way to a friend's housewarming event.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333945-elderly-man-sneaks-out-of-hospital-in-central-thailand-picked-up-by-police/

 

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Pattaya Police Clamp Down on Foreign Motorcycle Racers in South Pattaya

 

Photo: The Pattaya News

 

Pattaya Police recently launched an operation to curb the frequent disturbances caused by mostly Middle Eastern foreigners who race motorcycles and honk excessively, annoying local residents. This action happened at 4:50 AM on July 26th, 2024, at Soi Yensabai in South Pattaya, Nongprue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chonburi province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333946-pattaya-police-clamp-down-on-foreign-motorcycle-racers-in-south-pattaya/

 

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