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Thai PM Dismisses US Criticism of Move Forward Party Dissolution

 

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Srettha Thavisin. Photo courtesy: Srettha Thavisin via TNN

 

The Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha Thavisin, has brushed off criticism from the United States regarding the Constitutional Court’s decision to dissolve the Move Forward Party, stating it is “meaningless” and emphasising Thailand’s sovereignty.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335031-thai-pm-dismisses-us-criticism-of-move-forward-party-dissolution/

 

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British Airways flights to Bangkok to resume end of October
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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British Airways is ramping up its flights from London to Bangkok and expanding its codeshare partnership with Bangkok Airways, giving travellers even more options to explore Thailand and Cambodia.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335034-british-airways-flights-to-bangkok-to-resume-end-of-october/

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Online Fraud Losses Surge to 3.47 Billion Baht in July

 

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File photo courtesy: NBT World

 

In a startling revelation, online fraud in Thailand has surged exponentially, recording total damages of 3.47 billion baht for the month of July alone. Deputy Government Spokesperson Karom Phonphonklang has shared these grim statistics, highlighting the relentless advance of cybercrime.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335035-online-fraud-losses-surge-to-347-billion-baht-in-july/

 

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Norwegian Man Falls to His Death from 16th Floor of Jomtien Condo

 

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Jomtien — an 88-year-old Norwegian national, who had fallen from the 16th floor of the condominium. His body landed on the rooftop of beer bar building below.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335039-norwegian-man-falls-to-his-death-from-16th-floor-of-jomtien-condo/

 

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100,000 Small Retailers Sign Up For Digital Wallet Scheme

 

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Reference image courtesy: Thai Rath Money

 

Today, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat announced that approximately 100,000 small-sized merchants have offered to join the new digital wallet project.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335045-100000-small-retailers-sign-up-for-digital-wallet-scheme/

 

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Activist Urges Quick Legal Action Against Move Forward MPs

 

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Former leader of Move Forward Party Pita Limjaroenrat talks to reporter with lawmakers from Move Forward Party during press conference at Move Forward Party headquarter in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urgently called upon the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to hasten the prosecution of 44 former Move Forward Party MPs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335049-activist-urges-quick-legal-action-against-move-forward-mps/

 

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HP Considers Thailand Amid Shift in PC Production from China

 

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Picture courtesy: Bangkok Biz News

 

Hewlett-Packard (HP) is exploring a significant shift in its production strategy, aiming to relocate a substantial portion of its PC manufacturing operations from China to Thailand.

https://aseannow.com/topic/1335057-hp-considers-thailand-amid-shift-in-pc-production-from-china/Full story: 

 

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Bank of Thailand Holds Interest Rate Steady at 2.5% Amid Inflation Concerns

 

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Bank of Thailand. Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

The Bank of Thailand is anticipated to maintain the benchmark interest rate at 2.5% in its forthcoming meeting, responding to the gradual rise in inflation back within its target range. Experts are calling for more government stimulus, alongside existing digital wallet schemes, to invigorate the sluggish economy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335059-bank-of-thailand-holds-interest-rate-steady-at-25-amid-inflation-concerns/

 

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Simon Robinson: British Man Still Missing After Taking Flight from Bangkok

 

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Simon Robinson. Picture courtesy: Facebook

 

UPDATE:

 

The family of Simon Robinson, a British man, is appealing for help after he went missing whilst returning from Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335064-simon-robinson-british-man-still-missing-after-taking-flight-from-bangkok/

 

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Chinese man suspected in death of Lao girlfriend in Chon Buri
by Petch Petpailin

 

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An overstaying Chinese man told police that his Lao girlfriend chased him from her condominium in Chon Buri and had nothing to do with her death.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335066-chinese-man-suspected-in-death-of-lao-girlfriend-in-chon-buri/

 

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Suspect 'Natt' Confesses to Killing Student and Burning the Body to Conceal the Crime

 

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Nattawut confessed to the crime, citing a financial dispute as the motive. After killing Wiswa, he sold the victim’s mobile phone and fled to Phetchaburi  before returning to his grandparents’ home, where he was eventually apprehended.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334947-man-found-dead-after-fire-had-stab-injuries/?do=findComment&comment=19133982

 

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Tragic Accident: Worker Killed by Paper Press Machine

 

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A horrific accident occurred at a paper factory in Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani Province, where a 21-year-old male worker was fatally crushed by a paper press machine. The incident happened on the evening of August 8.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335081-tragic-accident-worker-killed-by-paper-press-machine/

 

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House to select new deputy speaker after Padipat loses MP status

 

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Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post official website

 

The House of Representatives is set to select a new first deputy House speaker next Wednesday following Padipat Suntiphada’s loss of MP status, a result of the constitutional court’s dissolution of the Move Forward Party (MFP), according to chief government whip Wisut Chainaroon.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335099-house-to-select-new-deputy-speaker-after-padipat-loses-mp-status/

 

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Kuwaiti Embassy urges citizens to follow Thai Laws

 

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The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in the Kingdom of Thailand, under the leadership of His Excellency Ambassador Mohammad Hussain Al-Failakawi, is closely monitoring recent events that took place in Pattaya City. Ambassador Al-Failakawi has emphasised the importance of Kuwaiti citizens strictly adhering to the instructions and guidelines issued by the Embassy, as well as the laws and regulations enforced by the Thai authorities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335100-kuwaiti-embassy-urges-citizens-to-follow-thai-laws/

 

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Phuket hotel and police accused of covering up fatal electrocution

 

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Photo via Amarin TV

 

The family of a Thai woman electrocuted to death in a Phuket hotel is seeking justice after they accused the hotel and police of attempting to cover up the cause of her death to avoid taking responsibility.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335101-phuket-hotel-and-police-accused-of-covering-up-fatal-electrocution/

 

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