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Thailand Live Friday 1 November 2024

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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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Teenagers’ trouble brews: Duo ‘crashes’ party, sparks punch-up
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Two teenagers forcibly entered a home where four men were drinking and instigated a confrontation, resulting in a physical altercation. The incident, which took place yesterday, October 30, at 10.30pm, led to the police from Non Sung Police Station in Udon Thani being summoned to a village in the Non Sung sub-district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342258-teenagers’-trouble-brews-duo-‘crashes’-party-sparks-punch-up/

 

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Rescue Officer Arrested for Firearm and Drug Possession Following Erratic Behaviour

 

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Local police in Samrong Nuea, Samut Prakan arrested a municipal rescue officer found in possession of a firearm and illegal drugs after he exhibited unusual behaviour at his workplace.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342261-rescue-officer-arrested-for-firearm-and-drug-possession-following-erratic-behaviour/

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Thai Govt Cracks Down on Low-Quality Imports and Foreign Nominee Businesses

 

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The government has taken a significant step to tackle the pressing issues of low-quality imports and businesses potentially using foreign nominees. This follows the formation of the Committee on Foreign Product and Business Compliance, chaired by the Minister of Commerce, Pichai Naripthaphan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342263-thai-govt-cracks-down-on-low-quality-imports-and-foreign-nominee-businesses/

 

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Fake Police Lieutenant Nabbed for Extortion in Bangkok

 

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In a sting operation, Bangkok’s Metropolitan Police arrested a 34-year-old man, known as “Lieutenant James,” for impersonating a police officer and extorting money from local residents. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342262-fake-police-lieutenant-nabbed-for-extortion-in-bangkok/

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Abbot Disrobed After Drunken Driving Incident

 

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The abbot has agreed to disrobe after a drunken driving incident in Hang Dong District, Chiang Mai, severely injured the director of Lamphun Central Prison.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342179-senior-monk-from-renowned-chiang-mai-temple-arrested-for-drunk-driving-following-collision/?do=findComment&comment=19345666

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Fire Engulfs Warehouse at Thai Rompho Thong 888 Fruits in Chiang Rai

 

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A large fire erupted at the Thai Rompho Thong 888 Fruit Products Co. warehouse in Moo 10, Tha Ko Subdistrict, Mae Suai District, Chiang Rai Province. Local authorities mobilised quickly, but the fire proved difficult to contain, spreading rapidly and endangering workers and nearby property.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342264-fire-engulfs-warehouse-at-thai-rompho-thong-888-fruits-in-chiang-rai/

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Former District Agricultural Officer Shoots Man Dead in His Restaurant After Altercation

 

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A former district agricultural officer shot a man in his restaurant in Mae Sot District, Tak province, following a heated dispute. The suspect is the owner of Boojee Restaurant on Asia Road in Mae Sot.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342265-former-district-agricultural-officer-shoots-man-dead-in-his-restaurant-after-altercation/

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Election Commission Reviews Allegation of Thaksin's Influence Over Pheu Thai

 

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On 31 October at the Centara Government Complex Hotel in Chaeng Watthana, Bangkok, Mr. Ittiporn Boonprakong, Chair of Thailand’s Election Commission (EC), provided an update on the complaint alleging former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s influence over the Pheu Thai Party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342268-election-commission-reviews-allegation-of-thaksins-influence-over-pheu-thai/

 

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Six Thai Police Officers Arrested in 300 Million Baht Fake Warrant Scam

 

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On 31 October, Bangkok police detained seven individuals, including six officers from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau, linked to an elaborate ฿300 million extortion scheme involving a fake search warrant and passport forgery accusations. The suspects, led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Chanchai (41), are charged with extortion, misconduct, and abuse of power.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342269-six-thai-police-officers-arrested-in-300-million-baht-fake-warrant-scam/

 

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Thai Police Arrest Korean Man for Taxi Theft in Bang Sue

 

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At around noon on 31 October, Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Woraphat Sukthai, along with Pol. Lt. Col. Wutidet Phorakha and Pol. Sub-Lt. Sonthaya Nakbangkeaw from Bang Sue Police Station, received an urgent alert to intercept a stolen taxi.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342270-thai-police-arrest-korean-man-for-taxi-theft-in-bang-sue/

 

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Thaksin Visits PM Paetongtarn After Throat Infection Hospitalisation

 

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Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra visited his daughter, current Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on the evening of 31 October following her brief hospitalisation for a throat infection.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342275-thaksin-visits-pm-paetongtarn-after-throat-infection-hospitalisation/

 

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Migrant Citizenship Plan Sparks Debate as Thai Govt Holds Firm

 

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In a move that has sparked heated debate, the Thai government has stood by its controversial decision to grant citizenship to approximately 483,000 long-term migrants and ethnic minority residents.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342276-migrant-citizenship-plan-sparks-debate-as-thai-govt-holds-firm/

 

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Thailand’s BRICS dreams: Up in the air but not grounded yet
by Bob Scott

 

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Thailand’s bid for membership in the influential BRICS international organisation remains up in the air, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). The Government of Thailand is currently weighing the economic implications of joining this powerful bloc, with a decision pending in the House.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342286-thailand’s-brics-dreams-up-in-the-air-but-not-grounded-yet/

 

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Russian man faces Phuket charges for mafia-like intimidation
by Bright Choomanee

 

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A Russian man, accused by his compatriots of acting with mafia-like intimidation, faces charges in Phuket after allegedly threatening several individuals, including former employees. Allegations against him include cutting the brake line of a motorcycle, an act that has led to charges of attempted murder, among others.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342287-russian-man-faces-phuket-charges-for-mafia-like-intimidation/

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KO tragedy: British boxing hopeful’s final round in Pattaya hotel
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A young British boxing hopeful was found lifeless at the swanky Vogue Hotel in Pattaya, Thailand.

 

The grim discovery of Joshua Goldstone in the early hours of Wednesday, October 30, has left friends and fans reeling, as the boxer’s Australian mate is battling for his life amidst the scandalous surroundings of a potential drug overdose.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342304-ko-tragedy-british-boxing-hopeful’s-final-round-in-pattaya-hotel/

 

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Energy scam shock: 20 duped by bogus clean energy company

 

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In yet another alarming tale of betrayal, the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) of the Central Investigation Bureau swooped in with allegations against a company accused of swindling 20 unsuspecting investors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342324-energy-scam-shock-20-duped-by-bogus-clean-energy-company/

 

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Investigation launched into lawyer accused of 71 million baht fraud

 

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The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) chief confirmed a thorough investigation has been conducted into a high-profile fraud case involving a prominent lawyer accused of defrauding an individual out of 71 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342326-investigation-launched-into-lawyer-accused-of-71-million-baht-fraud/

 

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Thai Med Students Fight Licence Scam; Education Agencies Accused

 

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In a shocking revelations, a Thai medical student, known only as A, has stepped forward, accusing several educational service agencies of overcharging her and 20 fellow students studying in the Philippines and fabricating documents necessary for medical licences in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342330-thai-med-students-fight-licence-scam-education-agencies-accused/

 

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Thailand Cuts Diesel Prices Amid Global Oil Price Drop

 

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In an effort to ease financial pressure at the fuel pumps, Thailand's Oil Fuel Fund Office (OFFO) announced plans to maintain diesel prices below 33 baht per litre, despite winding down the existing subsidy programme. This decision follows an upturn in OFFO's financial outlook due to a global decrease in oil prices.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342333-thailand-cuts-diesel-prices-amid-global-oil-price-drop/

 

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