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Thai police ‘shuttle’ of support for Olympic badminton gold

 

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The Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP) Torsak Sukvimol led police officers across Thailand to rally behind Police Corporal Kunlavut “View” Vitidsarnl, who is vying for the gold medal in men’s singles badminton at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They are ready to offer benefits to officers representing the country in international sports.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334686-thai-police-‘shuttle’-of-support-for-olympic-badminton-gold/

 

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Fire At Huai Pong Open Correctional Facility, Rayong

 

 

August 5, emergency services received a report of a fire within the Huai Pong Open Correctional Facility, located in the Huai Nam Tok Phatthana community, Rayong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334683-fire-at-huai-pong-open-correctional-facility-rayong/

 

 

 

 

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Tragedy near Khao Yai: ‘Shot’ in the dark leads to murder probe

 

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A Thai woman was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head near Khao Yai, sparking a police investigation into potential murder. The incident occurred yesterday, August 4, with local authorities receiving a report about the body discovered in a wooded area off Thanarat Road.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334689-tragedy-near-khao-yai-‘shot’-in-the-dark-leads-to-murder-probe/

 

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Homeless man makes himself comfy in Bangkok cop’s condo

 

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The Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau (IDMB) arrested a homeless Thai man for breaking into an IDMB police inspector’s Bangkok condominium room several times.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334691-homeless-man-makes-himself-comfy-in-bangkok-cop’s-condo/

 

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Thai transwoman arrested for blackmailing teen to produce porn

 

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Police swooped to arrest a Thai transwoman at her home in Bangkok for blackmailing a 17 year old boy into producing porn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334693-thai-transwoman-arrested-for-blackmailing-teen-to-produce-porn/

 

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Thai woman loses 50,000 baht to boyfriend after 2 days of dating

 

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A Thai woman in Bangkok lost 50,000 baht in cash to her boyfriend after only two days of dating and not even knowing his full name.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334695-thai-woman-loses-50000-baht-to-boyfriend-after-2-days-of-dating/

 

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Two Dead After Neighborhood Dispute in Bueng Kan Turns Violent

 

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A tragic incident in Bueng Kan province resulted in two deaths when a neighborhood disagreement escalated. A man killed his neighbor then shot himself despite bystanders' attempts to deescalate the situation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334697-two-dead-after-neighborhood-dispute-in-bueng-kan-turns-violent/#comment-19121973

 

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Motorbike breaks traffic rule in Khon Kaen, causing deadly accident

 

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A horrifying incident took place in Khon Kaen where a motorbike broke a traffic signal and got hit by a taxi. This unfortunate event resulted in one person losing his life and another being severely injured. A CCTV camera recorded the whole event.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334698-motorbike-breaks-traffic-rule-in-khon-kaen-causing-deadly-accident/

 

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12-Year-Old Girl Seeks Help after Group Sexual Assault by 13 Individuals in Thailand

 

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A 12-year-old girl from the southern region of Narathiwat in Thailand, was forced to flee to the central province of Nonthaburi in search of help after being attacked by a group of 13 men, some of whom were friends of her older brother and others who were related to them. Searching for assistance, she and her 20-year-old sister reached out to popular social media personality, Guntouch "Gun" Pongpaiboonwet. The traumatic incident happened at a local resort in the Tak Bai district of Narathiwat in May.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334699-12-year-old-girl-seeks-help-after-group-sexual-assault-by-13-individuals-in-thailand/

 

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Five Thai teenagers arrested for beach attack

 

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Five Thai teenagers have been taken into custody after assaulting a group of young visitors on Pattaya Beach. The visitors were celebrating a birthday when the local teens attacked them, resulting in several injuries.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334700-five-thai-teenagers-arrested-for-beach-attack/

 

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Motorists Face Disruption due to Power Pole Relocation at Heroines Monument

 

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Motorists in Phuket will face more interruptions at the Heroines Monument due to ongoing power pole moving operations by Thalang Traffic Police along Thepkrasattri Road. These operations are part of the setup process for the Heroines Underpass construction.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334701-motorists-face-disruption-due-to-power-pole-relocation-at-heroines-monument/

 

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Rent payments paused for over 2,000 vendors for three months

 

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The Ministry of Commerce has paused the collection of monthly rents from over 2,000 food and goods vendors for three months. This move is part of the government's plan to boost the economy. The Minister, Phumtham Wechayachai, stated that this initiative is to support people and small businesses during these challenging times. About 2,083 vendors will be positively affected by this scheme, according to Phumtham.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334703-rent-payments-paused-for-over-2000-vendors-for-three-months/

 

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Three Vietnamese Men Arrested for Illegally Crossing into Thailand

 

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Three Vietnamese men were detained this morning for unlawfully entering Thailand via a border post in the Isaan province of Nong Khai. They had been previously banned from entering the country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334704-three-vietnamese-men-arrested-for-illegally-crossing-into-thailand/

 

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Shop Owner in Khon Kaen Duped into Purchasing Water Instead of Beer

 

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A grocery store owner in Khon Kaen was tricked into purchasing a crate, she believed contained beer, for 500 baht, but found out it was filled with ordinary water instead. She posted a video online to caution other shop owners about this scam.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334706-shop-owner-in-khon-kaen-duped-into-purchasing-water-instead-of-beer/

 

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Justice minister visits Phuket prison, focuses on rehabilitation

 

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Justice Minister Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, accompanied by the Inspector-General of the Department of Corrections, Narong Nukong, visited Phuket Provincial Prison yesterday to inspect prisoner conditions and encourage inmate rehabilitation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334707-justice-minister-visits-phuket-prison-focuses-on-rehabilitation/

 

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Reel trouble in Phuket: Man hooked for fishing in temple pond

 

 

A Thai man in Phuket sparked controversy by fishing in front of people releasing fish at a temple pond, and ignoring their reactions. The incident, which took place at Wat Chaiyathararam in Chalong, was captured in a 29-second video shared by the Facebook page Newshawk Phuket.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334709-reel-trouble-in-phuket-man-hooked-for-fishing-in-temple-pond/

 

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Thai man attacked and threatened with M16 rifle after road row

 

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A Thai man sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after an influential person in the southern province of Phang Nga after being physically assaulted and threatened with an M16 rifle following a row on the road.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334711-thai-man-attacked-and-threatened-with-m16-rifle-after-road-row/

 

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