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British and Dutch men arrested in Bangkok for drug trafficking

Officers from the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) arrested a British man and a Dutch man at a condominium in Bangkok yesterday for drug trafficking. They were found in possession of 210 grammes of ecstasy and over 37 grammes of cannabis.

 

Photo via Matichon

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342776-british-and-dutch-men-arrested-in-bangkok-for-drug-trafficking/

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Free holidays for Brits ‘high-jacked’ into Thai drug courier scheme

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In a shocking twist on the idyllic Thai getaway, British citizens have reportedly been exploited as unwitting drug couriers, smuggling cannabis from Thailand back to the UK under the guise of a free holiday. British authorities have now called on Thai police to clamp down on this burgeoning drug mule scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342792-free-holidays-for-brits-‘high-jacked’-into-thai-drug-courier-scheme/

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Big Joke’s wife sues woman and her husband over alleged false theft complaint

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The wife of former police chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, filed a lawsuit against a woman and her police officer husband for allegedly lodging a false theft complaint accusing her of stealing gold and cash valued at 5.7 million baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342797-big-joke’s-wife-sues-woman-and-her-husband-over-alleged-false-theft-complaint/

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Police Officer’s Suicide in Pattaya Police Flats

 

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A police clerk stationed in Pattaya was found dead in an apparent suicide at the Bang Lamung Police Station flats, reportedly driven by financial and personal issues. 
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342821-police-officer’s-suicide-in-pattaya-police-flats/

 

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Japanese Yakuza Gang Members Arrested near Pattaya for Assault & Illegal Cannabis Sales
 

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Police have apprehended two Japanese nationals linked to a Yakuza gang, wanted in Japan for extortion and violent assault, and allegedly involved in illegal cannabis sales in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342822-japanese-yakuza-gang-members-arrested-near-pattaya-for-assault-illegal-cannabis-sales/

 

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Russian Woman Admits to Stabbing in Pattaya Market, Citing Love Triangle as Motive

 

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A Russian woman has turned herself in to Pattaya police following a midnight stabbing at a local market, alleging a love triangle and long-standing jealousy as the reasons behind her actions.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342737-russian-tourist-stabbed-in-heated-brawl-at-pattaya-market/?do=findComment&comment=19362886

 

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Construction Dust Panel Falls from Sixth Floor, Injures 6 Workers : 4 in Critical Condition
 

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An incident at a Bangkok condominium construction site injured six workers, with four in critical condition, after a dust-protection panel fell from the sixth floor.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342823-construction-dust-panel-falls-from-sixth-floor-injures-6-workers-4-in-critical-condition/

 

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Chonburi: Ice Truck with Brake Failure Crashes into Roadside Food Stall, Vendor Killed
 

 

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An incident occurred when a six-wheeled ice delivery truck, suffering from brake failure, crashed into a roadside food stall in Sriracha District, Chonburi Province. The incident claimed the life of the stall vendor, a 52 year old woman, who succumbed to severe injuries at the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342825-chonburi-ice-truck-with-brake-failure-crashes-into-roadside-food-stall-vendor-killed/

 

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60-Year-Old Woman Severely Injured in Homemade Firecracker Blast, House Destroyed

 

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A 60-year-old woman was severely injured and lost her arm in an explosion that destroyed her entire house while she was assembling a homemade firecracker. The device, intended to scare away birds, detonated unexpectedly.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342826-60-year-old-woman-severely-injured-in-homemade-firecracker-blast-house-destroyed/

 

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31-Year-Old Woman Dies After Falling from Parking Structure of Major Pathumwan Mall

 

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A 31-year-old woman tragically fell to her death from a multi-story parking structure at Chamchuri Square, a prominent shopping centre on Phaya Thai Road in Bangkok’s Pathumwan district.

 

Full sory: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342827-31-year-old-woman-dies-after-falling-from-parking-structure-of-major-pathumwan-mall/

 

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Truck Carrying Undocumented Migrant Workers Crashes into Trailer, 4 Dead & 9 Injured
 

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A serious crash involving a truck transporting undocumented migrant workers occurred in the early hours on Asia Highway 41 in the Tha Chana District, Surat Thani. The collision resulted in four fatalities, nine injuries, and two individuals fleeing into nearby woods.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342830-truck-carrying-undocumented-migrant-workers-crashes-into-trailer-4-dead-9-injured/

 

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Hotel Worker Rescued After Floating in Sea for Two Hours Following Cliff Fall

 

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A rescue operation was launched for a 34-year-old hotel worker, who was saved after floating in the sea for nearly two hours after he slipped and fell from a rocky viewpoint on Ko Samui
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342832-hotel-worker-rescued-after-floating-in-sea-for-two-hours-following-cliff-fall/

 

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Workers Receive Electric Shock & Left Unconscious at Chatuchak Market, Lamphun Province
 

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The incident occurred near the entrance to Chatuchak Market in Lamphun Province, directly in front of a local 7-Eleven. Three male workers reportedly received an electric shock and fell from the roof they were working on. 
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342834-workers-receive-electric-shock-left-unconscious-at-chatuchak-market-lamphun-province/

 

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Kanchanaburi Immigration Police Crack Down on Illegal Migrants

 

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On 6 November 2024, Kanchanaburi Immigration Police intensified efforts to crack down on illegal migration under the guidance of Pol. Maj. Gen. Itthipol Itthisarnronnachai, Commander of the Immigration Bureau, and Pol. Lt. Gen. Kittirat Panpetch, Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342836-kanchanaburi-immigration-police-crack-down-on-illegal-migrants/

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Thai PM Paetongtarn Congratulates Trump on U.S. Election Victory

 

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Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra shared her congratulations to U.S. President Donald Trump on his recent election victory. In a statement posted online, she expressed optimism about strengthening the long-standing alliance between Thailand and the United States, aiming to enhance regional prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342837-thai-pm-paetongtarn-congratulates-trump-on-us-election-victory/

 

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Japan Denies Rumours of Ending Visa-Free Entry for Thai Tourists

 

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Social media erupted with criticism following claims that Japan was set to end its visa-free entry for Thai tourists. The Japanese Embassy in Thailand has since confirmed that these reports are false.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342839-japan-denies-rumours-of-ending-visa-free-entry-for-thai-tourists/

 

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Indian Tourist Scammed in Pattaya by Pakistani Herbal Remedy Sellers

 

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At 11:36 p.m. on 6 November, Mr. Mayur, a 34-year-old Indian national, reported to Pattaya Police Station, filing a complaint with Police Lieutenant Colonel Akkaraphong Sanputawong after realising he’d fallen victim to a scam by two Pakistani nationals.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342847-indian-tourist-scammed-in-pattaya-by-pakistani-herbal-remedy-sellers/

 

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Thailand-U.S. Relations Strong Despite Political Changes, Says Thai Minister

 

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Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa expressed confidence today in the enduring strength of Thailand-U.S. relations, even amid forthcoming political changes in the United States.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342853-thailand-us-relations-strong-despite-political-changes-says-thai-minister/

 

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Pickup Truck Collision Leaves 3 Dead, Several Injured, Attending Lopburi Funeral
 

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A crash occurred in Lopburi Province, when a pickup truck carrying villagers to a funeral collided with a ten-wheel truck, leading to a catastrophic chain reaction that involved nine motorcycles. Three people were killed, and many were injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342861-pickup-truck-collision-leaves-3-dead-several-injured-attending-lopburi-funeral/

 

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VIP chauffeur punches security guard in parking dispute at Bangkok airport (video)
by Petch Petpailin

 

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A chauffeur for a VIP foreign passenger punched a security guard at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok yesterday following an argument over parking at the entrance to the passenger terminal.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1342867-vip-chauffeur-punches-security-guard-in-parking-dispute-at-bangkok-airport-video/

 

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