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British Tourist Assaulted and Robbed on Bangla Road in Patong

 

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A 62-year-old British tourist, Mr. Robert, was attacked and robbed in Patong, Thailand, on Friday, August 9th, leading to a shocking incident on Bangla Road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335250-british-tourist-assaulted-and-robbed-on-bangla-road-in-patong/

 

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Thai Pakdee to Contest the Legitimacy of the People's Party Formation

 

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Dr. Warong Dechgitvigrom, leader of the pro-monarchy Thai Pakdee party, has raised concerns over the legality of the formation of the new People’s party. In a Facebook post today, he announced his intention to ask the Election Commission (EC) to investigate the legal processes involved.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335252-thai-pakdee-to-contest-the-legitimacy-of-the-peoples-party-formation/

 

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Woman arrested for tricking man into marriage, stealing 5 million baht
by Bright Choomanee

 

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A woman has been arrested for defrauding a man into marriage and leaving him penniless. Despite previous imprisonment, she continued her deceitful acts, claiming to be related to a prison warden and swindling victims of 5 million baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335254-woman-arrested-for-tricking-man-into-marriage-stealing-5-million-baht/

 

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Irish Man Arrested in Pattaya After Fight With Bolt Driver and Allegedly Attacking Cop

By Aim Tanakorn

 

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PATTAYA - A Bolt driver in Pattaya allegedly got into a physical altercation with a heavily intoxicated and aggressive Irish passenger, who also injured a volunteer police officer, according to the Pattaya Police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335255-irish-man-arrested-in-pattaya-after-fight-with-bolt-driver-and-allegedly-attacking-cop/

 

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Bangkok sees drop in scam-related incidents for British tourists

 

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In a relief for British holidaymakers heading to Bangkok, the city is no longer the number one international destination for tourist scams. Bangkok has dropped from the first spot to the sixth spot in the global list of cities with the highest likelihood of scams or thefts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335280-bangkok-sees-drop-in-scam-related-incidents-for-british-tourists/

 

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How to detect call centre scams with two simple steps

 

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A simple trick reveals how to check if a strange number calling you is from a call centre scam. Just follow two easy steps to know immediately if it’s a scammer.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335284-how-to-detect-call-centre-scams-with-two-simple-steps/

 

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Thailand to introduce bill for informal workers’ welfare

 

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The Government of Thailand is set to introduce a bill aimed at enhancing the quality of life and providing welfare protection for the country’s 20 million informal workers, including Internet influencers and farmers who currently lack access to a social safety net.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335285-thailand-to-introduce-bill-for-informal-workers’-welfare/

 

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OIC plans committee to oversee actuaries’ licences in Thailand

 

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The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) is contemplating the establishment of a screening committee empowered to suspend or revoke the licences of actuarial mathematicians in a bid to mitigate risks to insurance firms and policyholders.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335286-oic-plans-committee-to-oversee-actuaries’-licences-in-thailand/

 

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Thailand police seize 14,400 tonnes of hazardous aluminium dross

 

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Thailand police seized approximately 14,400 tonnes of hazardous aluminium dross at two smelting factories in Nakhon Pathom and Samut Sakhon provinces near Bangkok over the weekend.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335287-thailand-police-seize-14400-tonnes-of-hazardous-aluminium-dross/

 

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Woman injured by debris from grass-cutting operation in Phuket

 

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A woman was seriously injured when debris from a roadside grass-cutting operation hit her eye while she was riding her motorcycle in Phuket. Local government officials and the responsible company have initiated discussions regarding accountability and compensation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335289-woman-injured-by-debris-from-grass-cutting-operation-in-phuket/

 

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Thai Banks Prepare for Growing Loan Risks Amid Global Uncertainties

 

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Big local banks in Thailand are expecting increased difficulties for their corporate clients in the latter part of the year due to global uncertainties and fears of a potential US recession. The banks are planning to handle asset quality to offset the growing loan risks among specific customer groups.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335290-thai-banks-prepare-for-growing-loan-risks-amid-global-uncertainties/

 

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Thailand Advances with Casino Legalisation Plan

 

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Thailand is taking steps to allow casinos within entertainment complexes. The Finance Ministry has completed a draft Entertainment Complex Act, which will soon be reviewed by the public as stipulated by Section 77 of the Thai constitution. The aim is to consider the public's input before the bill is taken to the Cabinet for additional assessment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335291-thailand-advances-with-casino-legalisation-plan/

 

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Thailand Raises Alert as WHO Considers Monkeypox Outbreak a Global Emergency

 

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Thailand's Public Health Ministry is on edge as World Health Organization (WHO) contemplates declaring the monkeypox outbreak an international public health emergency. The permanent Secretary of the Public Health Ministry, Dr Opas Karnkawinpong, stated that there has been a rise in monkeypox cases in Africa according to a recent WHO report. This year, 15 countries have reported infections, with the Democratic Republic of Congo accounting for over 90% and children making up 70% of the affected population. The death rate is around 5%.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335293-thailand-raises-alert-as-who-considers-monkeypox-outbreak-a-global-emergency/

 

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Mother's Day sees jasmine flower shortage and price hike

 

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This Mother's Day saw a rise in the price of local jasmine flowers and a decrease in their availability due to varying weather conditions. Florists in Khon Kaen, who usually trade at the Thetsabarn 1 Fresh Market, have been importing jasmine flowers from Indonesia because they are cheaper. Notably, Noorian, a 65-year-old florist, stated that persistent rainfall has disrupted the flowering of local jasmines this year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335294-mothers-day-sees-jasmine-flower-shortage-and-price-hike/

 

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Woman Hospitalized for Self-Harm Following Rental Disagreement in Phuket

 

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A 35-year-old woman was sent to the hospital after she was found with self-imposed knife injuries in a minor guest house in Patong, Phuket.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335296-woman-hospitalized-for-self-harm-following-rental-disagreement-in-phuket/

 

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Photo of tourist at Thai temple sparks online debate

 

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A photograph posted by the well-known influencer Toffee, known as Toffee the Computer Repairing Ladyboy, sparked a heated debate online. The image, taken at the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, shows a tourist stepping on a replica of the Buddha’s footprint, leading to widespread criticism on social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335299-photo-of-tourist-at-thai-temple-sparks-online-debate/

 

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Woman uninjured after BMW hits power pole

 

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A dramatic car accident in Nakhon Ratchasima saw a woman escape uninjured after her new BMW veered off a curve and struck a power pole in Phimai district early yesterday morning.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335300-woman-uninjured-after-bmw-hits-power-pole/

 

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RTP Warns of Surge in Fake Government Websites

 

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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Royal Thai Police (RTP) has issued a warning about an increase in fake government websites that are designed to deceive the public. RTP Deputy Spokesperson Pol Maj Gen Siriwat Deepor highlighted a concerning trend where fraudsters misuse the “.go.th” domain extension, which is formally designated for government agencies. Scammers cleverly place this domain extension at the end of URLs to create a false sense of authenticity, misleading internet users.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335301-rtp-warns-of-surge-in-fake-government-websites/

 

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Woman fatally hit by car at pedestrian crosswalk in Chiang Mai

 

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A heartbreaking accident took place in Chiang Mai when a 56-year-old woman was hit by a car while crossing a pedestrian crosswalk, leading to her death. The accident occurred yesterday near the Mae Krua Market in the Mae Faek Mai neighborhood of San Sai district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335304-woman-fatally-hit-by-car-at-pedestrian-crosswalk-in-chiang-mai/

 

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Fight Breaks Out Between Tourists and Local Workers on Karon Beach

 

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A photograph sparked online controversy today when it depicted a physical fight involving Indian tourists and local umbrella handlers at Karon Beach in Phuket. The image, which showed the locals throwing punches, was posted on a popular social media page and quickly went viral, creating a flurry of reactions from internet users.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335305-fight-breaks-out-between-tourists-and-local-workers-on-karon-beach/

 

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Paris Olympics Ends, Los Angeles Prepares for 2028 Games

 

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The Paris 2024 Olympics successfully ended its 19-day sports event and moved the focus to Los Angeles, the upcoming host for the 2028 Games. The Grand Finale at the Stade de France featured Hollywood star Tom Cruise, with musical performances by Billie Eilish and Snoop Dogg.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335306-paris-olympics-ends-los-angeles-prepares-for-2028-games/

 

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