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Thai man’s padlock earring turns into a real lock-up - video

 

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A Thai man sought help from medical workers in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima after wearing a padlock as an earring and suffering an infection in his earlobe.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336889-thai-man’s-padlock-earring-turns-into-a-real-lock-up-video/

 

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Special Car Plates to be Auctioned in Bangkok Tomorrow

 

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The Department of Land Transport (DLT) will auction unique vehicle registration numbers tomorrow, August 31, starting at 10am at the DLT’s Building 6, Floor 7. This highly anticipated event, themed "Special Numbers for Special People," marks the eighth such auction, aiming to raise funds through the sale of 100 distinctive registration numbers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336891-special-car-plates-to-be-auctioned-in-bangkok-tomorrow/

 

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Thailand Must Prioritise Elderly in Smart City Planning, Say Experts

 

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Chulalongkorn University academics are urging Thailand to prioritise the elderly as the nation transitions towards a super-aged society by 2033. In collaboration with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), they highlighted this necessity at a recent MoU signing on 'Lifelong Learning Ecosystem for Smart City Development'.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336892-thailand-must-prioritise-elderly-in-smart-city-planning-say-experts/

 

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Nonthaburi Residents Fear Flood as Barrier Remains Unrepaired

 

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Nonthaburi's riverfront community is on edge as a section of the Chao Phraya River flood barrier, which collapsed four months ago, remains unrepaired. Despite the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) erecting a temporary earthen dam, locals are sceptical of its efficacy against the looming monsoon season.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336894-nonthaburi-residents-fear-flood-as-barrier-remains-unrepaired/

 

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Bang Lamung Boosts Disaster Preparedness with Volunteer Training

 

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Bang Lamung district experienced a significant leap in disaster readiness yesterday as 150 volunteers concluded their comprehensive training program. Weekit Manarojkit, the district chief, celebrated the conclusion of the 2024 Civil Defence Volunteer (CDV) Training Programme at the Bang Lamung District Community Hall.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336895-bang-lamung-boosts-disaster-preparedness-with-volunteer-training/

 

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Thai Officials Arrested in Child Sex Ring in Khon Kaen

 

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The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has arrested seven Thai men for allegedly buying sex from young girls in Khon Kaen, a province in the northeast of Thailand. Among the suspects is a kindergarten director and a teacher, whose identities have not been disclosed by authorities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336899-thai-officials-arrested-in-child-sex-ring-in-khon-kaen/

 

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Tragic End to Dream Holiday: Brit Found Dead in Thai Waters

 

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A dream holiday in Thailand turned into a heart-wrenching nightmare for an Essex couple when 27-year-old Theo Morgan, a British national from Romford, was tragically found dead in a body of water after a night out.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336900-tragic-end-to-dream-holiday-brit-found-dead-in-thai-waters/

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Man’s Highway Photo-Shoot Sparks Legal Controversy in Thailand

 

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Criticism erupted on social media after a Thai man was seen taking photos with his car on a deserted expressway. The incident has ignited debates about the legality of his actions, with many speculating that the road in question might be the Bang Yai–Kanchanaburi route. There's a growing call for officials to investigate the matter thoroughly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336901-man’s-highway-photo-shoot-sparks-legal-controversy-in-thailand/

 

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Anti-Corruption Probe Uncovers Dodgy Land Deals on Koh Rap

 

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A probe by the Anti-Corruption Division (ACD) is scrutinising the issuance of 33 suspect title deeds on Koh Rap, Surat Thani, an island poised to become part of the Hat Khanom-Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park. On-site inspections were conducted to verify the legitimacy of these land ownership documents from local businesses.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336904-anti-corruption-probe-uncovers-dodgy-land-deals-on-koh-rap/

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Thailand’s Seri Ruam Thai Party dumps Pheu Thai amid feud

 

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Thailand’s Seri Ruam Thai Party has quit the Pheu Thai-led coalition government. The move follows a heated dispute between Seri Ruam Thai’s leader, Police General Sereepisuth Temeeyaves, and the ruling Pheu Thai Party, which he accuses of neglect.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336905-thailand’s-seri-ruam-thai-party-dumps-pheu-thai-amid-feud/

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