THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 1 October 2024

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FILE - Maya Bay. Picture courtesy: Wikipedia

 

Thailand's famous Maya Bay, located in the southern province of Krabi, will reopen to visitors on Tuesday after a two-month closure for environmental rehabilitation. The iconic bay, renowned globally from the Hollywood film "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio, had been closed from August 1 to September 30 to allow natural restoration.

 

Thailand's Maya Bay to Reopen for Tourists on Tuesday

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339477-thailands-maya-bay-to-reopen-for-tourists-on-tuesday/

 

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Prawit Wongsuwan's Overseas Trips Under Scrutiny

 

Picture courtesy: Channel 7 News

 

Mr. Prompong Nopparit, former spokesman for the Pheu Thai party, is examining whether Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan's overseas trips this year violated any official regulations. Concerns arose after it was discovered that Prawit missed 84 out of 95 House sessions, citing other commitments.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339474-prawit-wongsuwans-overseas-trips-under-scrutiny/

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Thai Actress’s Brother Refuses Settlement with Russian Attacker

 

 

A "wai" was offered to stop the Russian man from attacking his victim. Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

The younger brother of actress Chalida Vijitvongthong has refused to settle with a Russian man who allegedly assaulted him after he intervened to help a restaurant employee. The incident took place in the early hours of last Wednesday (September 25) at a restaurant on Ratchadapisek Soi 3, Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339484-thai-actress’s-brother-refuses-settlement-with-russian-attacker/

 

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Two Syrians Arrested at Phuket Airport with Fake UAE Passports
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

Phuket – Two Syrians were arrested at the Phuket International Airport with fake United Arab Emirates passports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339485-two-syrians-arrested-at-phuket-airport-with-fake-uae-passports/

 

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Fatal Dog Attacks in Thailand Prompt Legal Reevaluation

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Two fatal dog attacks in Thailand last week have sparked nationwide outrage, prompting renewed calls to review the country's pet ownership and public safety laws.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339486-fatal-dog-attacks-in-thailand-prompt-legal-reevaluation/

 

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Thailand welcomes Google's US$1 billion investment in data center

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Thailand on Monday welcomed a major investment from the tech giant Google, which announced plans to invest US$1 billion to build a data centre and cloud region in the country. The firm stated that the investment aims to meet growing cloud demand and support artificial intelligence adoption in Southeast Asia.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339488-thailand-welcomes-googles-us1-billion-investment-in-data-center/

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Collision Claims 3 Lives in Rayong After Truck Collides with Parked Lorry in Road Works

 

 

The incident occurred in Rayong on September 30, leaving three people dead after a six-wheeled truck crashed into the back of a parked lorry in a road works zone. The incident happened in a drainage construction area where warning signs were reportedly unclear, causing the truck to collide with full force at speed.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339487-collision-claims-3-lives-in-rayong-after-truck-collides-with-parked-lorry-in-road-works/

 

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Deputy Superintendent Takes His Own Life at Udomsuk Police Station After Video Conference

 

 

The Deputy Superintendent of Udomsuk Police, took his own life shortly after completing a video conference meeting. The officer, who had recently received a double salary promotion due to his outstanding performance, shocked colleagues with his sudden death.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339489-deputy-superintendent-takes-his-own-life-at-udomsuk-police-station-after-video-conference/

 

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Man Electrocuted After Fishing Rod Snags High-Voltage Power Line

 

 

A 65-year-old man was electrocuted while fishing after his fishing rod inadvertently snagged a high-voltage power line on a bridge over a reservoir in Nakhon Phanom province. 

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339490-man-electrocuted-after-fishing-rod-snags-high-voltage-power-line/

 

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Lampang Motorcyclist Crashes Through Police Checkpoint, Seriously Injuring Officer

 

 

The incident occurred when a 19-year-old motorcyclist, reportedly of Shan descent, sped through a police checkpoint, crashing into a senior officer, leaving him in a critical condition.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339492-lampang-motorcyclist-crashes-through-police-checkpoint-seriously-injuring-officer/

 

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Danger During Rainy Season: Cobra Bites 13-Year-Old Boy in His Bedroom

 

 

A 13-year-old boy in Maha Sarakham was bitten by a large cobra that slithered into his bedroom. The boy, now under close medical supervision, is recovering in the ICU.

 

Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339494-danger-during-rainy-season-cobra-bites-13-year-old-boy-in-his-bedroom/

 

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Husband Assaults Wife Over Delayed 10,000 Baht Digital Funds Transfer

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

In a shocking incident in Udon Thani, a husband violently attacked his wife after a digital funds transfer of 10,000 baht failed to appear in their bank account.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339495-husband-assaults-wife-over-delayed-10000-baht-digital-funds-transfer/

 

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Russell Crowe to Star in Film Promoting Thailand and Muay Thai Globally

 

Picture courtesy: EVOLVE

 

ONE Championship boss Chatri Sityodtong has expressed immense excitement for the upcoming Hollywood film "The Beast In Me," starring Russell Crowe. The movie, which prominently features ONE Championship and Muay Thai, aims to showcase Thailand and its martial art on the global stage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339496-russell-crowe-to-star-in-film-promoting-thailand-and-muay-thai-globally/

 

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Wife and Mistress Fight, Husband Intervenes and Injures Wife

 

Picture courtesy: 3PlusNews

 

On September 29, 2024, police in Samut Prakan received reports of a violent altercation resulting in injuries in Pak Nam, Muang District. Responding officers, along with paramedics from the Samut Prakan Municipality, arrived at the scene to investigate.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339497-wife-and-mistress-fight-husband-intervenes-and-injures-wife/