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Thai man swindles 1.1 million baht from Chinese man

 

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Police arrested a 26 year old Thai man for defrauding a Chinese national of 1.1 million baht. He claimed to have close connections with a senior police officer and offered to secure the release of the Chinese national’s friend from detention.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344747-thai-man-swindles-11-million-baht-from-chinese-man/

 

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Thai national caught smuggling Chinese nationals across border

 

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Royal Thai Police  (RTP) foiled a brazen attempt to smuggle a group of Chinese nationals across the Thai-Myanmar border, using hidden natural routes to dodge detection.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344749-thai-national-caught-smuggling-chinese-nationals-across-border/

 

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Thai woman wards off ‘black cat spirit’ with knife in Nakhon Sawan

 

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A 52 year old Thai woman in Nakhon Sawan claims that the spirit of a black cat has been causing disturbances by climbing through her window day and night. This has led her to brandish a knife to ward off the alleged spirit, causing significant concern among her children and neighbours. This incident has unfolded in Village 7, Wang Makar, Tha Tako district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344750-thai-woman-wards-off-‘black-cat-spirit’-with-knife-in-nakhon-sawan/

 

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Young delivery rider found fatally stabbed in Nonthaburi alley

 

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A tragic stabbing incident occurred in Nonthaburi, where a young delivery rider was found dead in an alley, clutching hair in both hands. The rider’s 19 year old girlfriend mourned over his body at the scene.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344751-young-delivery-rider-found-fatally-stabbed-in-nonthaburi-alley/

 

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Thai transwomen fight over foreign client on Phuket’s Bangla Road

 

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Another physical fight broke out between Thai transwomen on Soi Bangla in Phuket last night, reportedly over a dispute to win the heart, and wallet, of a foreign client.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344753-thai-transwomen-fight-over-foreign-client-on-phuket’s-bangla-road/

 

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Phatthalung: Grandmother missing after saving boy from drowning

 

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A grandmother saved her four year old grandson as he was about to drown in a canal in Phatthalung province but the heroic act tragically cost her own life. This incident occurred when both fell into a canal after inspecting floodwaters near their home.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344756-phatthalung-grandmother-missing-after-saving-boy-from-drowning/

 

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Teenager severely injured after awning collapse in Chon Buri

 

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An 18 year old convenience store employee was seriously injured when a house awning fell on him as he rode his motorcycle. The incident occurred yesterday, November 26, on an old city road near the Tong Toei Bridge in Phanat Nikhom, Chon Buri.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344757-teenager-severely-injured-after-awning-collapse-in-chon-buri/

 

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Thai Energy Clash: Prime Minister and Energy Minister Disagree on Clean Energy Plans

 

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Tensions are escalating within Thailand's government as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga face off over the country's clean energy strategy. A disagreement that had been building up for weeks came to a head on November 26th, resulting in the sudden cancellation of a joint press conference after a National Energy Policy Board meeting.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344759-thai-energy-clash-prime-minister-and-energy-minister-disagree-on-clean-energy-plans/

 

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Thailand Prepares for Stormy Weather: Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, and Cool Temperatures Ahead

 

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Thailand is gearing up for a challenging weather pattern as intense monsoons and heavy rain threaten 11 provinces with flash floods and landslides. Cooler temperatures are also expected in the northern region. The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued warnings about a moderate to strong high-pressure system arriving from China, affecting northeastern Thailand and the South China Sea.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344760-thailand-prepares-for-stormy-weather-heavy-rain-flash-floods-and-cool-temperatures-ahead/

 

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Dangerous Elephant Traps Found in Khao Yai National Park: Officials Take Action

 

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Dangerous traps intended to harm elephants have been found in Khao Yai National Park, spurring quick action from park leaders. The traps, which were located in areas frequented by elephants, seem to have been set by locals.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344762-dangerous-elephant-traps-found-in-khao-yai-national-park-officials-take-action/

 

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Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Scamming Parents of Over 400,000 Baht

 

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A 27-year-old tutor known as Teacher Toi, whose real name is Papawadee, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding parents in Nakhon Sawan province. The arrest was led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Yongyuth Kulthorn from the Phayao Provincial Investigation Division, following an operation at 7 p.m. on November 26. The arrest was made based on a warrant from the Nakhon Sawan District Court.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344763-teacher-arrested-for-allegedly-scamming-parents-of-over-400000-baht/

 

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Phuket Steps Forward in Anti-Corruption and Sustainable Growth Drive

 

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Phuket, a prominent Thai island known for its tourism wealth, welcomed the Senate Committee on Independent Organisations yesterday. The committee, led by Police Major General Chatchawan Saengphet, visited to appraise the island's ongoing anti-corruption campaign and plans for sustainable development.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344765-phuket-steps-forward-in-anti-corruption-and-sustainable-growth-drive/

 

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Chilly Weather Sparks Winter Wear Rush at South Pattaya's Grand Hall Market

 

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As a cool breeze swept through South Pattaya, the Grand Hall Market transformed into the city's top winter shopping destination yesterday, November 26th. Locals and tourists flocked to this lively marketplace, searching for budget-friendly winter gear to brace themselves for the colder days ahead.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344766-chilly-weather-sparks-winter-wear-rush-at-south-pattayas-grand-hall-market/

 

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Boozy blunder: Tipsy pedestrian struck by British biker in Pattaya

 

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A tipsy walk turned into a harrowing accident in Pattaya when a 53 year old British biker collided with a drunk pedestrian, leaving the latter injured and sprawled on Jomtien Second Road.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344736-british-man-collides-with-pedestrian-in-pattaya-big-bike-crash/#findComment-19411519

 

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Bangkok's Orange Line Construction Triggers Major Flyover Demolitions: Traffic Plans Reveal

 

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The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) is set to begin dismantling three key flyovers in Bangkok to make way for the new Orange Line electric railway, while implementing measures to lessen traffic disruptions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344770-bangkoks-orange-line-construction-triggers-major-flyover-demolitions-traffic-plans-reveal/