Motorcycle Hits Barrier in Chiang Mai, Rider Unaccounted For, Single Shoe Found

Motorcycle Hits Barrier in Chiang Mai, Rider Unaccounted For, Single Shoe Found

 

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A significant collision involving a large motorbike and a barrier occurred on Khlong Chonprathan Road, but the driver is yet to be found. Only a single shoe remained at the accident spot, even after thorough searches by rescue teams.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335000-motorcycle-hits-barrier-in-chiang-mai-rider-unaccounted-for-single-shoe-found/

 

Thailand's MRTA Asks for Approval for New Bangkok Route on the Orange Line

 

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The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has officially asked the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to allow it to use particular areas for building the Orange Line's western route. This new route plan is meant to link Bang Khun Non and Min Buri.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335002-thailands-mrta-asks-for-approval-for-new-bangkok-route-on-the-orange-line/

 

Ex-Move Forward MPs to appoint executive committee of a new party

 

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Former MPs of the now defunct Move Forward party will meet on Friday to discuss the formation of a new executive committee for a new party.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335004-ex-move-forward-mps-to-appoint-executive-committee-of-a-new-party/

 

UPDATE:

Police identify & arrest suspect in fire, stabbing death

 

 

Police investigators from have identified the suspect through CCTV footage, including images of the escape route. The suspect is a 21-year-old man named "Mr. N," who is from a district in the central region of Thailand. 

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334947-man-found-dead-after-fire-had-stab-injuries/?do=findComment&comment=19131851

 

Thailand new generation drive sales surge despite economic woes

 

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Luxury retail has skyrocketed, with sales in the first half of this year soaring to four times the levels seen in 2019, before the Covid-19 pandemic hit, according to a market survey by The 1 Insight. This staggering growth comes despite a sluggish economy, thanks largely to the spending habits of new-generation shoppers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335016-thailand-new-generation-drive-sales-surge-despite-economic-woes/

 

Rampaging buffalo charges through Chon Buri beach - video

 

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A peaceful day at Nang Ram Beach in Chon Buri province turned into a nightmare when an escaped buffalo went on a wild rampage, charging at unsuspecting tourists and sparking widespread panic.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335017-rampaging-buffalo-charges-through-chon-buri-beach-video/

 

Crackdown on Illegal Herbal Shops in Pattaya: Foreign Employees Apprehended

 

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There was a raid on three herbal shops in Pattaya yesterday. The police uncovered illegal employment, false health claims, and deceit upon investigation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335019-crackdown-on-illegal-herbal-shops-in-pattaya-foreign-employees-apprehended/

 

Thai Elderly Couple's House Vandalized With Pork Blood and Pickled Fish

 

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In Bangkok, a Thai couple has sought assistance from a news agency after failing to get the local police to identify two unknown persons who vandalized their home. The perpetrators were reported to have hurled bags containing pork blood and pickled fish at their residence located at Soi Phetchaburi 31 in the Ratchathewi district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335020-thai-elderly-couples-house-vandalized-with-pork-blood-and-pickled-fish/

 

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Thailand Live Friday 9 August 2024 
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