Thai millionaire reveals lawyer’s 71 million baht fraud, political links

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Confirmed! Lisa Manoban to Join Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 at ICONSIAM

On 30 October 2024, ICONSIAM’s official Facebook page announced a major surprise for this year’s Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342148-confirmed-lisa-manoban-to-join-amazing-thailand-countdown-2025-at-iconsiam/

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Thailand Postpones Start of Winter Season

 

Thailand’s Meteorological Department has delayed announcing the start of winter due to unusual weather conditions throughout the country. The department expected winter to begin on October 29.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342147-thailand-postpones-start-of-winter-season/

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French Duo's Extortion Plan Fails in Phuket

Photo by Joshua Forbes via Unsplash

 

Two foreign men, believed to be French nationals, reportedly attempted to extort 2,000 baht from a Thai tourist in the Patong area of Phuket on Monday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342135-french-duo’s-extortion-plan-fails-to-baguette-away-with-it-in-phuket/

 

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British Airways spreads its wings: Gatwick-Bangkok flights back on

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In a move that’s set to soar to new heights, British Airways relaunched its direct flights from London Gatwick to the bustling city of Bangkok. The inaugural flight, BA 2231, took to the skies from Gatwick, yesterday, October 29, making a graceful touchdown at Suvarnabhumi Internationa Airport this afternoon, marking a triumphant return to the Land of Smiles.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342146-british-airways-spreads-its-wings-gatwick-bangkok-flights-back-on/

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Cabinet Grants Citizenship to 483,000 Long-Term Residents
byKrajangwit Johjit

 

The Cabinet has approved citizenship for 483,000 long-term migrants and children born in Thailand, with the policy set to take effect within 60 days. The decision, announced on October 29, is expected to support multiple sectors by formally recognizing individuals who have resided in Thailand for years.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342167-cabinet-grants-citizenship-to-483000-long-term-residents/

 

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Iconic City Sign of Pattaya Getting an Upgrade, Set for Completion Before New Year Countdown
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya — Pattaya’s iconic “PATTAYA CITY” sign is getting a major upgrade to prepare for the city’s New Year Countdown event.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342169-iconic-city-sign-of-pattaya-getting-an-upgrade-set-for-completion-before-new-year-countdow/

 

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Legal Action Taken Against Thirty-Seven Illegal Taxi Drivers in Karon
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Karon, Phuket – The Karon Police have clarified that they have taken legal action against 37 illegal taxi drivers over the past four months.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342170-legal-action-taken-against-thirty-seven-illegal-taxi-drivers-in-karon/

 

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High-Speed Rail Project Linking Airports Faces New Delay

 

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The ambitious high-speed rail project connecting Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, and U-Tapao airports has hit another delay, stemming from disagreements within the coalition government.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342172-high-speed-rail-project-linking-airports-faces-new-delay/

 

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Thailand’s Medical Insurance Rules Confuse Tourists

 

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Recent events have highlighted a pressing issue that has left many tourists in Thailand perplexed: medical insurance coverage. Jonathon Cobb, a 28-year-old tourist from the UK, uncovered this muddle firsthand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342168-thailand’s-medical-insurance-rules-confuse-tourists/

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Fatal Collision on Lad Pla Khao Overpass Claims Life of Driver Changing Tyre

 

 

The inciden left one man dead and another injured on the Lad Pla Khao overpass in Bangkok’s Bang Khen district, when a six-wheeled truck collided with a stationary delivery truck, which had been parked due to a flat tyre.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342173-fatal-collision-on-lad-pla-khao-overpass-claims-life-of-driver-changing-tyre/

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People’s Party Gathers Support for New Education Reform Bill

 

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The People’s Party (PP), a leading opposition force, is actively seeking public input for the recently proposed national education bill. As Parliament takes a break, the PP aims to collect a wide range of opinions from educators, parents, students, and various societal sectors to ensure the bill meets diverse educational needs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342174-people’s-party-gathers-support-for-new-education-reform-bill/

 

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Families Demand Accountability After Fatal Collision Involving School Bus & Truck

 

 

The families of two students who lost their lives in an incident involving a six-wheeled soil truck and a school bus are seeking justice and accountability. The collision which occurred at the intersection near Suan Nok Park, Samed Subdistrict, has left the community grieving and outraged

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342175-families-demand-accountability-after-fatal-collision-involving-school-bus-truck/

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Stressed Father Holds Two Children Hostage After Argument with Wife

 

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

An intense family drama unfolded in Bangkok's Bang Rak district yesterday, involving a father who detained his two children following a heated dispute with his wife. Tensions escalated to critical levels after the disagreement prompted the wife to leave their home in Trok Khun Nava alley.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1342176-stressed-father-holds-two-children-hostage-after-argument-with-wife/

 

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Senior Monk from Renowned Chiang Mai Temple Arrested for Drunk Driving Following Collision

 

 

A senior monk from a well-known temple in Chiang Mai’s Hang Dong district was involved in a serious traffic collision. The incident, reported by the social media page, “Esor Khayee News,”revealed that the monk, who held the title of Phra Khru, was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he drove his pickup truck and collided with a car driven by a prison director, leaving the latter critically injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342179-senior-monk-from-renowned-chiang-mai-temple-arrested-for-drunk-driving-following-collision/

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Sakaeo Immigration Police Arrest Woman for Smuggling Chinese National into Thailand

 

 

In a joint operation, Sakaeo Immigration Police intercepted a Thai woman allegedly hired to transport a Chinese national illegally across the Thai border from Cambodia.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342182-sakaeo-immigration-police-arrest-woman-for-smuggling-chinese-national-into-thailand/

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House Passes Bill Banning Physical Punishment of Children

 

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In a significant legislative move, the House of Representatives today approved a draft bill aimed at prohibiting physical punishment of children. This comes as part of an effort to amend the Civil and Commercial Code to better protect children's rights.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342183-house-passes-bill-banning-physical-punishment-of-children/

 

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Elderly Man Loses Home in Fire After Candle Left Burning After Power Cut Off

 

 

A 63-year-old man, left without electricity for two months due to unpaid bills, lost his home to a fire ignited by a candle left burning while he went to work in his fields.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342185-elderly-man-loses-home-in-fire-after-candle-left-burning-after-power-cut-off/

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Young Man Stabbed Ex-Girlfriend in Furious Attack, Then Took His Own Life: Pattaya

 

 

A 29 year old Burmese man fatally stabbed himself after a violent encounter with his ex- girlfriend, whom he attacked following a sudden breakup.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342188-young-man-stabbed-ex-girlfriend-in-furious-attack-then-took-his-own-life-pattaya/

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Village Head Fatally Shoots His Own Son in Nakhon Si Thammarat

 

 

A village head fatally shot his 28-year-old son following a heated argument at their home in Moo 9, Wang Ang, Chao Wa District, Nakhon Si Thammarat.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342189-village-head-fatally-shoots-his-own-son-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/

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12-Year-Old Girl Dies After Electric Shock While Using Sister’s Phone in Rayong

 

 

A 12-year-old Cambodian girl died from an electric shock while using her sister’s mobile phone, which was plugged into a charger at the time. The incident took place in Ban Khai District, Rayong Province, while the girl was alone in a small hut where her family lived.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342190-12-year-old-girl-dies-after-electric-shock-while-using-sister’s-phone-in-rayong/