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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 3 December 2024
Thai Police Capture Biggest Call Centre Scam Boss Near Cambodia Border Picture courtesy: MGR online In a decisive move against cybercrime, Thailand's Crime Suppression Division has apprehended Demin Wen, a 35-year-old Chinese national believed to helm one of the country's largest call scam operations. The arrest took place near the Cambodian border, specifically in Ban Non Sao Ae village within Sa Kaeo’s Aranyaprathet district. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345187-thai-police-capture-biggest-call-centre-scam-boss-near-cambodia-border/ -
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Thai Police Capture Biggest Call Centre Scam Boss Near Cambodia Border
Picture courtesy: MGR online In a decisive move against cybercrime, Thailand's Crime Suppression Division has apprehended Demin Wen, a 35-year-old Chinese national believed to helm one of the country's largest call scam operations. The arrest took place near the Cambodian border, specifically in Ban Non Sao Ae village within Sa Kaeo’s Aranyaprathet district. The arrest, announced by Pol Maj Gen Montree Theskhan, follows a meticulously executed operation targeting a series of scam call centres that have become a plague in the region. Demin Wen is suspected of orchestrating a sophisticated network involving numerous SIM boxes, SIM cards, and other crucial telecommunications equipment. These tools were allegedly housed in various rental properties across Chiang Mai province, strategically used to perpetuate scams. Authorities had previously raided these buildings, detaining Mr Wen's Thai wife who was allegedly tasked with overseeing operations. The raids were fruitful, leading to the seizure of an extensive arsenal: 642 SIM boxes, around 590,000 SIM cards, 72 computers, and 1,455 mobile phones were confiscated. The magnitude of this operation highlights the staggering scale of the fraudulent activities. Picture courtesy: MGR online Upon the initial crackdown, Wen narrowly evaded capture, fleeing from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Sawan where he abandoned his vehicle before making his way to Bangkok by bus. His escape was reportedly facilitated by his Chinese wife, Yin Xiaoying, who allegedly orchestrated a further retreat to Sa Kaeo, teetering on the edge of Cambodia. In a twist, Demin Wen professed ignorance of his Thai wife's arrest, claiming his intent was merely to visit the Rong Kluea market in Sa Kaeo. This statement, however, failed to convince authorities who had meticulously tracked his movements. Picture courtesy: MGR online Adding to the saga, Yin Xiaoying, aged 37, was apprehended separately at Suvarnabhumi Airport, effectively truncating their getaway plans. This operation underscores the cross-border complexity of cybercrime and exposes the vulnerabilities exploited by scam networks, which target unsuspecting victims both locally and globally. With a combined cache of equipment potentially worth millions in Thai Baht, the ramifications of this takedown are expected to resonate through criminal circles, serving as both a deterrent and a call to action for enhanced international cooperation against such illicit schemes. The successful apprehension of Demin Wen and his accomplices marks a significant triumph for Thai law enforcement. The move also signals a robust stance against organised scams, albeit amid global efforts to curb such transnational criminal activities. As the investigation unfolds, further insights into the scale and operations of these call scam networks are anticipated, offering potential lessons for other nations grappling with similar challenges, reported MGR online. -- 2024-12-03 -
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Sukhumvit Nightlife: Who’s Keeping It Alive?
It's changed these days. Now it's about haggling. They work in packs, and try to get the best possible discount for their entertainment. -
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Drink deep, my brothers, of the delicious tears of the deluded left!
Did you know that most of the school shootings were not on school property and had nothing to do with the schools? No, you only read the anti-gun propaganda and take it as truth. What resentment am I harboring? It is you that seems to be filled with anger and hate. This is evident in your posts. And that projecting thing. Remember, you were the one that claimed I am uncomfortable with your posts and and even continue to respond to someone you will never meet. Remember, this tit for tat only started because you made a nasty comment about me and compounded it by making more. -
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Israeli Attacked in Thailand by German Tourist, Report Says
David Gritten BBC News Published 20 November 2024 Palestinians are "facing diminishing conditions for survival" in parts of northern Gaza under siege by Israeli forces because virtually no aid has been delivered in 40 days, the United Nations has warned. The UN said all its attempts to support the estimated 65,000 to 75,000 people in Beit Hanoun, Beit Lahia and Jabalia this month had been denied or impeded, forcing bakeries and kitchens to shut down. Earlier this month, a UN-backed assessment said there was a strong likelihood that famine was imminent in areas of northern Gaza. The Israeli military has said its six-week-long offensive targets regrouping Hamas fighters, and that it is facilitating civilian evacuations and supply deliveries to hospitals. Hundreds of people have been killed and between 100,000 and 130,000 others have been displaced to Gaza City, where the UN has said essential resources like shelter, water and healthcare are severely limited. UN agencies had planned 31 missions to the besieged areas of North Gaza governorate between 1 and 18 November, according to the Office for the Co-ordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Twenty-seven were rejected by Israeli authorities and the other four were severely impeded, meaning they were prevented from accomplishing all the work they set out to do. "This is happening when the IPC Famine Review Committee said just 11 days ago that parts of northern Gaza face an imminent risk of famine - and that immediate action is needed in days, not weeks," UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told reporters in New York. "The result is that bakeries and kitchens in North Gaza governorate have shut down, nutrition support [for children and pregnant and breastfeeding women] has been suspended, and the refuelling of water and sanitation facilities has been completely blocked." Mr Dujarric said access to the three barely functional hospitals there also remained severely restricted, amid what he called "desperate shortages" of medical supplies and fuel. On Sunday, a World Health Organisation-led mission to Kamal Adwan hospital in Beit Lahia was able to deliver 10,000 litres of fuel and transfer 17 patients, three unaccompanied children and 22 caregivers to al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City. However, Mr Dujarric said the aid workers were forced to offload all the food supplies and some of the medical supplies they were transporting at an Israeli military checkpoint before reaching the hospital. The director of Kamal Adwan, Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, warned on Wednesday that the situation there was becoming "even more catastrophic". Gaza’s Hamas-run health ministry cited him as saying that the hospital had 85 patients receiving "the minimum level of healthcare" and that it needed children’s food and infant formula to treat an increasing number of malnutrition cases. Since Tuesday, 17 children had arrived at the emergency room showing signs of malnutrition and an elderly man had died due to severe dehydration, he added. There was no immediate comment from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). -
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Biden pardons Hunter.
Why that? I am absolutely not angry. Rather amused at your lame trolling technique! 😆 -
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Ex-Commerce Minister Boonsong Freed on Parole After 7 Years
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Edward Snowden May Find Allies in Trump’s New Administration
Edward Snowden, the whistleblower who exposed a massive U.S. government surveillance program in 2013, could see renewed support in the evolving political landscape as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office. Snowden, who has lived in Russia since fleeing the United States after his revelations about the National Security Agency (NSA), remains a polarizing figure. While celebrated by free speech advocates and civil libertarians, he has historically faced sharp criticism from Republican leaders. However, recent developments suggest a potential shift in his favor within Trump’s incoming administration. Insiders reveal that several of Trump’s key appointees are sympathetic to Snowden’s plight and could advocate for clemency. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s pick for director of national intelligence, has been a vocal supporter of Snowden in the past. In September 2020, Gabbard co-sponsored a resolution urging the United States to drop all charges against him. A source close to Gabbard confirmed to *The Post* that Snowden’s case remains a priority for her and that she is likely to push for clemency in Trump’s second term. “I certainly think if asked, that is the direction she would push,” the insider shared. Another potential ally is Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump’s presumptive nominee for secretary of health and human services. Kennedy has publicly expressed his admiration for Snowden, even promising during the Libertarian National Convention in May to pardon him and build a statue in his honor. These statements underscore Kennedy’s alignment with those who view Snowden’s actions as a courageous stand against government overreach. Snowden’s case also aligns with the views of prominent Trump ally Tucker Carlson, who has been vocal in his support. “Ed Snowden is a whistleblower who exposed the crimes of others, yet he’s the one who’s been punished while the criminals remain in power. It’s hard to think of a more grotesque injustice. Anyone who argues against his pardon is your enemy,” Carlson declared, emphasizing the moral imperative of clemency for Snowden. In the waning days of Trump’s first term, discussions about pardoning Snowden gained traction. In late 2020, Trump was reportedly “strongly considering” granting him a pardon. However, the effort faced opposition from high-ranking officials, including then-Attorney General Bill Barr and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who argued that Snowden’s actions endangered national security. Neither Barr nor Pompeo is expected to hold significant influence in Trump’s second administration, potentially clearing a path for renewed deliberations. Snowden himself, through his attorney Ben Wizner, has reiterated the importance of clemency. “This is exactly the kind of case that the pardon power was created for. He broke the law in the public interest, for love of country, and he’s paid a price. He does not belong in exile,” Wizner said. As Trump assembles his new administration, the possibility of clemency for Snowden could reemerge as a key issue, driven by the influence of those who view the whistleblower’s actions as a service to the American people. Whether this sentiment translates into tangible action remains to be seen. Based on a report by the NYP 2024-12-03
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