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Former Thai police officer-turned-imam killed in Yala shooting

 

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Police recovered over 50 spent bullet casings from the scene of a fatal shooting involving a 54 year old former police officer and current imam, suggesting insurgent groups are behind this attack in Yala province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342225-former-thai-police-officer-turned-imam-killed-in-yala-shooting/

 

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Thai monk gives 40 baht bribe to silence 5 year old sex abuse victim

 

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A Thai monk attempted to cover up sexually abusing a five year old girl at a temple in the central province of Nakhon Pathom by giving the young victim 40 baht in cash.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342226-thai-monk-gives-40-baht-bribe-to-silence-5-year-old-sex-abuse-victim/

 

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Thai Manufacturing Slows by 3.5% Due to Challenges in Auto and Construction Sectors

 

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In September, Thailand’s Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) decreased by 3.5% compared to the previous year, settling at 92.4 points. The Office of Industrial Economics (OIE) points to a slowdown in the automotive and construction industries as the main factors behind this drop. With the final quarter of the year underway, looming uncertainty about the upcoming US presidential election could pose additional hurdles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342227-thai-manufacturing-slows-by-35-due-to-challenges-in-auto-and-construction-sectors/

 

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Bank of Thailand Aims for 1-3% Inflation to Boost Economy

 

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The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is aiming to keep inflation between 1% and 3% to stimulate economic growth. Deputy Governor Piti Disyatat stated at the Monetary Policy Forum that the bank expects headline inflation to reach 1.2% by 2025. This is higher than the 0.5% forecast for 2024, but still within the desired range.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342228-bank-of-thailand-aims-for-1-3-inflation-to-boost-economy/

 

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Operation Titanium Reveals £6.5M Stolen Luxury Car Scam - video

 

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In a saga fit for a blockbuster film, British authorities have successfully unravelled a complex car fraud operation, reclaiming £6.5 million worth of high-end vehicles, including a spectacular £220,000 Lamborghini Huracan Spyder. These cars were illegitimately exported from the UK to Thailand eight years ago, but after a meticulous investigation spanning years, they are now set to return to their rightful owners.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342229-operation-titanium-reveals-£65m-stolen-luxury-car-scam-video/

 

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Chiang Mai Film Director Protests Water Issue With Unusual Stunt

 

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A film director from Chiang Mai, Nitchapoom Chaianan, brought attention to his village's ongoing water supply problem by wearing red women's underwear in a public protest. This unique demonstration highlighted a persistent issue affecting the community for the past ten years.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342230-chiang-mai-film-director-protests-water-issue-with-unusual-stunt/

 

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Bangkok Hospital Manager Faces Criticism After Pharmacist's Tragic Death

 

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People in Thailand are expressing mixed reactions after viewing a conversation between a Rama 9 Hospital manager in Bangkok and a pharmacist named Moomind, who recently took his own life. Before his death, Moomind left a note suggesting that stress from his manager was a major factor in his decision.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342231-bangkok-hospital-manager-faces-criticism-after-pharmacists-tragic-death/

 

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School scandal: Education official in hot water for midday snooze

 

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The Office of the Basic Education Commission is investigating an educational official in the southern province of Prachuap Khiri Khan who was allegedly sleeping at work and finishing her duties early after lunch.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342235-school-scandal-education-official-in-hot-water-for-midday-snooze/

 

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Murder suspect captured after 17 years on the run

 

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Royal Thai Police apprehended a man who evaded capture for 17 years after being accused of murder. The incident, sparked by a workplace altercation, resulted in the suspect fatally attacking a colleague with a cleaver. The suspect confessed to being haunted by the victim’s ghost post-crime, prompting sleepless nights.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342236-murder-suspect-captured-after-17-years-on-the-run/

 

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Thailand Eases Path to Citizenship for Long-Term Settlers

 

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In a landmark decision by Thailand's cabinet, individuals from ethnic minority groups who have resided in the country for at least 15 years are now eligible to apply for Thai citizenship. This new resolution is a promising development for approximately 340,000 longtime settlers and an additional 140,000 of their Thai-born children, according to Chatchai Bangchuad, Secretary-General of the National Security Council.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342237-thailand-eases-path-to-citizenship-for-long-term-settlers/

 

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Thailand Boosts Drug Control with New International Appointments

 

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In a significant move to combat drug trafficking, Thailand's Narcotics Control Board has appointed specialised minister counsellors to embassies in Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, and China. These new positions highlight Thailand's dedication to strengthening international cooperation in the fight against narcotics, according to government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342238-thailand-boosts-drug-control-with-new-international-appointments/

 

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Thai Academics Warn Against Political Interference in Central Bank

 

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In a powerful statement, 109 academics, including former central bank governors and esteemed economists, have voiced their disquiet over potential political interference in the Bank of Thailand. They caution that such meddling, driven by short-term political gains, threatens the country's economic credibility.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342239-thai-academics-warn-against-political-interference-in-central-bank/

 

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Supreme Court Upholds Life Sentence in 2012 Thai Murder Case

 

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The Supreme Court has today reaffirmed the life sentence of a Thai school director, known only as Chumphol, for the murder of his 18-year-old girlfriend, Mayuree Yodphanao, over a decade ago. Mayuree, a factory worker in Prachin Buri, vanished in 2012 under mysterious circumstances. Her family's persistent search, leading them to seek assistance from the Mirror Foundation, eventually untangled the cold case.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342240-supreme-court-upholds-life-sentence-in-2012-thai-murder-case/

 

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Thai schoolboy stabs classmate over school bus seat dispute

 

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A Thai schoolboy from a school in the northern province of Sukhothai today stabbed his classmate on a school bus, reportedly following an argument over seats.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342242-thai-schoolboy-stabs-classmate-over-school-bus-seat-dispute/

 

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