A 7-year-old boy was killed by his Thai mother in Wales

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The transcription below features news stories from across Thailand and Asia, covering topics such as the tragic killing of a 7-year-old boy by his Thai mother in Wales and a deadly shooting incident in Samut Prakan.

 

1. Tragedy in Wales: A Thai mother, Papaipit Linse, admitted to manslaughter by diminished responsibility after killing her 7-year-old son, Louis Linse. She cited years of domestic abuse and mental health struggles. Sentencing is set for December 13.

 

2. Samut Prakan Shooting: A 63-year-old man shot three neighbors dead, critically injured a child, and took his own life near Samutprakan Crocodile Farm. The dispute stemmed from an 80,000-baht loan.

 

3. Rising Bus Accidents in Thailand: Bus accidents surged 46.5% in 2023, with fatalities doubling due to driver errors, poor maintenance, and unsafe modifications. Experts urge stricter enforcement.

 

4. Cannabis Smuggling Case: Dean Pharoah, 28, was jailed for smuggling £200,000 worth of cannabis from Thailand to the UK. Border officers found 53.65 kg of drugs in his luggage.

 

5. Viral Butterbear Chat: An Australian man went viral on Thai TikTok for his charming interaction with mascot Butterbear, showcasing a mix of Thai and English in a sweet exchange.

 

6. Thai Actress Wins Emmy: Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, known as Aokbab, won Best Actress at the 52nd International Emmy Awards for her role in Netflix’s Hunger, making history for Thailand.

 

7. Laotian Alcohol Poisoning: Eight hostel staff in Laos were arrested after six tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning. The government pledges to ensure justice and enhance tourist safety.

 

8. Philippine Political Clash: VP Sara Duterte faces legal action over remarks about assassinating President Marcos if she were killed. She claims her comments were taken out of context.

 

9. Thailand-Cambodia Bus Resumes: Cross-border buses between Bangkok, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap will resume on November 29, boosting tourism and offering affordable travel options.

 

10. South Korean Draft Evasion: A man received a suspended sentence for gaining over 20 kg to avoid military duty, spotlighting the country’s controversies around draft evasion.