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Thai man assaults transwoman in Buriram for pulling ‘funny face’

 

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A Thai man physically assaulted a Thai transwoman during a traditional boat racing festival in the Isaan province of Buriram, following his girlfriend’s order after they argued on social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342561-thai-man-assaults-transwoman-in-buriram-for-pulling-‘funny-face’/

 

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Thailand Eyes Expanded Workforce Opportunities in Singapore's Shipyards

 

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Thailand's Labour Ministry is actively seeking avenues to bolster the employment rate of Thai workers in Singapore, with a specific focus on the thriving shipyard industry. Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn and ministry officials conducted strategic discussions over the weekend in Singapore to explore enhancing the labour market for Thai nationals.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342562-thailand-eyes-expanded-workforce-opportunities-in-singapores-shipyards/

 

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SEPO to Sell 133 Company Shares for Market Value Over 5 Years

 

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In a strategic move to boost state liquidity, the State Enterprise Policy Office (SEPO) plans to divest shares held by the Finance Ministry where stakes are below 50% over the next four to five years. SEPO Director-General, Tibordee Wattanakul, announced this initiative, noting previous challenges in selling such shares due to a lack of interest and concerns about potential losses.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342564-sepo-to-sell-133-company-shares-for-market-value-over-5-years/

 

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Fishing Rights Dispute Turns Violent: Man Shot in Pathum Thani

 

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In a dramatic escalation of a fishing rights dispute, a 22-year-old man was seriously injured in Pathum Thani's Khlong Luang district after being shot during the confrontation. The incident took place at approximately 7:20 PM on November 3rd, when Panachai, a construction worker, was allegedly fishing on private property.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342566-fishing-rights-dispute-turns-violent-man-shot-in-pathum-thani/

 

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Suspicious Suitcase Sparks Road Closure in Hat Yai: False Alarm

 

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A scare occurred yesterday afternoon in Hat Yai, Songkhla, when a suspicious brown suitcase abandoned outside the mayor's residence led to a four-hour road closure. This incident comes amid heightened tensions in the southern border provinces, following recent violent events, including a car bomb in Pattani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342567-suspicious-suitcase-sparks-road-closure-in-hat-yai-false-alarm/

 

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Thailand Aims to Reinvent Chatuchak Market as Soft Power Hub

 

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Thailand is embarking on a transformative mission to turn Bangkok's renowned Chatuchak Weekend Market into a vibrant centre for cultural soft power. Spearheaded by the National Committee on Soft Power Development, this two-year initiative aims to amplify Thailand's global cultural influence by capitalising on the market's massive popularity and its array of unique offerings.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342568-thailand-aims-to-reinvent-chatuchak-market-as-soft-power-hub/

 

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Brave Mum Exposes Knife-Wielding Thugs in Pattaya Attack

 

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In a terrifying incident on November 1st, a group of teenage friends in the typically tranquil Soi Banglamung 33, Nongprue, North Pattaya, faced an unexpected assault by knife-wielding hooligans. The serene night erupted into chaos when the gang, arriving on motorbikes, launched firecrackers at the teens, creating a scene of fear and fury.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342569-brave-mum-exposes-knife-wielding-thugs-in-pattaya-attack/

 

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Famous Malaysian Singer Arrested in Thailand on Drug Charges

 

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Police in Sungai Kolok, Narathiwat, detained popular Malaysian singer Wan Norshaheeda Azlin Binti Wan Ismail, 28, along with five others in a drug bust involving 6,060 methamphetamine pills.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342572-famous-malaysian-singer-arrested-in-thailand-on-drug-charges/

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Thailand seeks Japanese investment in high-tech sectors

 

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Thailand’s Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan met with Japanese business leaders on November 1 to encourage increased investment in advanced technology sectors, aiming to restore Japan’s position as Thailand’s primary foreign investor.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342579-thailand-seeks-japanese-investment-in-high-tech-sectors/

 

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Pressure’s on: High blood pressure tops Thailand’s health charts

 

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High blood pressure has muscled its way to the top of the health pile, becoming the most common condition treated under Thailand’s universal healthcare services in 2023. That’s the latest from the National Health Security Office (NHSO), which has revealed the nation’s pulse.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342580-pressure’s-on-high-blood-pressure-tops-thailand’s-health-charts/

 

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3 Thais arrested for assaulting, robbing mute man over jealousy

 

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Police arrested a woman and two men for physically assaulting and robbing a 70 year old mute Thai man in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen on October 29 over jealousy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342582-3-thais-arrested-for-assaulting-robbing-mute-man-over-jealousy/

 

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Bangkok Tightens Grip on Urban Pet Ownership with New Ordinance

 

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Bangkok is set to introduce a groundbreaking ordinance regulating pet ownership within urban areas, aimed at tackling disturbances from domestic and stray animals alike. This move will require all dogs and cats to be microchipped, allowing owners to be easily identified, and will limit the number of pets per household based on living space.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342584-bangkok-tightens-grip-on-urban-pet-ownership-with-new-ordinance/

 

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Pattaya Tightens Safety Rules for Beach Operators Amid Tourist Surge

 

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Pattaya officials, spearheaded by Mayor Mr. Poramase Ngampiches, conducted a thorough inspection of Pattaya Beach on Saturday. The aim was to ensure that speedboat and jet ski operators adhere to newly instated safety regulations, a key component of the ongoing "Better Pattaya Bay" project. This initiative looks to improve safety and organisation at the beach as the city braces itself for the influx of tourists marking the high season.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342585-pattaya-tightens-safety-rules-for-beach-operators-amid-tourist-surge/

 

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