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50 Year Old Woman Falls from 40m Cliff While Foraging for Bamboo Shoots in Kanchanaburi

 

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A 50-year-old woman suffered severe injuries after falling from a 40 metre cliff while foraging for bamboo shoots on a mountain in Sai Yok District. Rescuers spent over 30 minutes trekking through dense forest to reach the woman

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337323-50-year-old-woman-falls-from-40m-cliff-while-foraging-for-bamboo-shoots-in-kanchanaburi/

 

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The impact of Temu on Thailand’s e-commerce market remains unclear

 

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Chinese e-commerce giant Temu's entry into Thailand is causing a stir, but its long-term impact on the local market remains uncertain, according to a study by market analytics firm Cube Asia. Sellers brace for potential price wars, similar to shifts seen with competitors like Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337331-the-impact-of-temu-on-thailand’s-e-commerce-market-remains-unclear/

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Russian Buyers Fuel Phuket's 2024 Villa Boom

 

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Phuket's villa market is experiencing a significant boom in 2024, thanks to a surge in demand from Russian buyers. In the first half of the year, the number of new villas launched has already surpassed the total for 2023, marking a remarkable shift in the local property market.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337343-russian-buyers-fuel-phukets-2024-villa-boom/

 

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Thai Pilots Association Calls on Government to Address "Pay to Fly" Scheme & Foreign Pilots

 

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The Thai Pilots Association has made a public appeal to the newly formed government to urgently address key concerns affecting the aviation industry, including the controversial "Pay to Fly" scheme, the use of foreign pilots under wet lease agreements, and regulations regarding retired pilots.

 

Full story https://aseannow.com/topic/1337354-thai-pilots-association-calls-on-government-to-address-pay-to-fly-scheme-foreign-pilots/

 

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Swedish Man Scammed by Thai Woman, Loses Over 300,000 Baht

 

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A 42-year-old Swedish man named Ahmet recently found himself the victim of a heartbreaking scam after falling for a Thai woman he met online. The deception cost him over 300,000 baht (approximately £7,000), and now Ahmet is seeking help to recover his money and ensure his safety.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337385-swedish-man-scammed-by-thai-woman-loses-over-300000-baht/

 

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Deputy Finance Minister reveals 'Casino Bill' likely to receive 80% approval

 

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At Government House, Mr. Chulphan Amornvivat, the Deputy Finance Minister, shared updates about the progress of the 'Casino Bill' and the work of the new Finance Minister team. He stated that the current team is very capable and works well together.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337390-deputy-finance-minister-reveals-casino-bill-likely-to-receive-80-approval/

 

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Thailand promotes quality products at Times Square

 

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Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce launched a campaign to elevate the image of Thai products at Times Square. The Ignite Thailand Festival: Think Thailand, Next Level took place at 46-47 Broadway Plaza & Duffy Square yesterday, September 4, aiming to showcase the quality and innovation of Thai goods to over 20 million consumers in the United States.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337399-thailand-promotes-quality-products-at-times-square/

 

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Bank of Thailand to appoint new chairman amid government push

 

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The Bank of Thailand (BoT) board is set to appoint a new chairperson by early October, as announced by the head of the selection committee. This move comes as the government aims to exert more influence over the central bank following a prolonged public dispute over interest rates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337404-bank-of-thailand-to-appoint-new-chairman-amid-government-push/

 

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‘Por the Slapper’ strikes store worker for fabricated assault

 

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The owner of a convenience store in the Isaan province of Udon Thani is taking legal action against a mentally ill customer who slapped her employee in the face without reason.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337407-‘por-the-slapper’-strikes-store-worker-for-fabricated-assault/

 

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Conveniently caught: Bangkok cops nab woman in multi-store heist

 

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Bangkok Metropolitan Police, along with Investigation Team 115, apprehended a woman involved in a series of thefts at convenience stores across five branches. She confessed to the crimes, citing unemployment and a history of imprisonment while currently under probation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337408-conveniently-caught-bangkok-cops-nab-woman-in-multi-store-heist/

 

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