THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 3 December 2024

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An incident involving an Italian backpacker has surfaced in Pattaya, with CCTV footage capturing the man stealing money from an apartment counter and failing to pay a Thai woman for her services. The owner of the apartment has raised alarms, urging Pattaya residents to remain cautious.

 

Italian Backpacker Caught Stealing & Avoiding Payment in Pattaya Apartment

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345126-italian-backpacker-caught-stealing-avoiding-payment-in-pattaya-apartment /

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Bangkok Reigns as Top Travel Spot for 2025

 

 

Bangkok has been named the most-booked destination in the world for 2025 by Agoda, with Thailand coming in as the second most popular country for tourists. This was announced by deputy government spokesperson Sasikarn Wattanachan, highlighting Thailand’s growing status as a major travel hotspot.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345167-bangkok-reigns-as-top-travel-spot-for-2025/

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Grounded: Thai AirAsia denies ticket fraud, blames airline app

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by ท้อปท่องเที่ยว : Topwstrip via Facebook/ Fly AirAsia

 

Thai AirAsia denied allegations of ticket fraud, stating that the issue stemmed from its application, which was managed by its supplier.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345162-grounded-thai-airasia-denies-ticket-fraud-blames-airline-app/

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Thai monk killed, 5 injured in Buddha statue collapse - video

By Petch Petpailin

 

One of the injured monks, Paiwan Wantangphong. | Photo via Amarin TV

 

Locals believe a mysterious destructive force caused the collapse of a Buddha statue at a monastery on the banks of the Mekong River in the Isaan province of Amnat Charoen on November 29, killing one monk and injuring five others.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345175-thai-monk-killed-5-injured-in-buddha-statue-collapse-video/

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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.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345187-thai-police-capture-biggest-call-centre-scam-boss-near-cambodia-border/

 

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Russian Woman Falls to Death from 37th Floor Condo

 

Picture courtesy: AMARIN TV

 

In a tragic incident, a Russian woman has died after falling from the 37th floor of a condominium in the Ratchathewi district of Bangkok. The woman, whose name has not been released, lived there with her partner.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345188-russian-woman-falls-to-death-from-37th-floor-condo/

 

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Woman’s Body Found Floating in Canal: Same Location as Male Body Discovered 3 Days Ago

 

 

Authorities were shocked on the morning of December 2, as the body of a woman, approximately 50 years old, was discovered floating in a canal in the Chong Nonsi area, the same location where a man’s body was found three days earlier.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345190-woman’s-body-found-floating-in-canal-same-location-as-male-body-discovered-3-days-ago/

 

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12-Year-Old Boy Falls from Mall Rooftop to His Death, Ayutthaya

 

 

Tragedy struck in Ayutthaya on the  evening of December 3, as a 12-year-old boy fell from the rooftop of a shopping mall, resulting in his death. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345193-12-year-old-boy-falls-from-mall-rooftop-to-his-death-ayutthaya/

 

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Pickup Truck Plunges Into Suvarnabhumi Canal, Claims Life of 37 Year Old Woman

 

 

Authorities were alerted to an incident involving a pickup truck that sank into the Suvarnabhumi water canal opposite Thonburi Rajabhat University in Samut Prakan.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345191-pickup-truck-plunges-into-suvarnabhumi-canal-claims-life-of-37-year-old-woman/

 

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Big Bike Crash Claims Life of Coffee Vendor in Pathum Thani

 

 

A crash occurred at 09.30 on December 2, along the Khlong 6 frontage road near the Pink Bridge in Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani, claiming the life of a 32 year old coffee vendor. 
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345194-big-bike-crash-claims-life-of-coffee-vendor-in-pathum-thani/

 

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Woman Rescued After Rings Stuck on Swollen Fingers in Pattaya
 

 

A rescue unfolded in Pattaya after a 45-year-old homeless woman, identified only as Ms. A sought police assistance at Pattaya Police Station in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District. She was in visible pain from multiple rings tightly stuck on her fingers, causing severe swelling and infections.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345195-woman-rescued-after-rings-stuck-on-swollen-fingers-in-pattaya/

 

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Tragic Drowning of 7 Year Old Sparks Warning for Parents & Guardians

 

 

Authorities have issued a warning to parents to closely monitor their children around water after a 7 year old boy drowned while playing in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Chao Boonkerd in Ang Thong Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345196-tragic-drowning-of-7-year-old-sparks-warning-for-parents-guardians/

 

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Pickup Truck Hits Motorbike, Driver Flees Scene Before Returning to Surrender

 

 

A crash involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle in South Pattaya left an 18 year old motorcyclist seriously injured. Despite initially fleeing the scene, the pickup truck driver later returned to surrender to police, claiming he did not intend to escape.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345197-pickup-truck-hits-motorbike-driver-flees-scene-before-returning-to-surrender/

 

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Woman Killed While Crossing Chonburi Bypass Road

 

 

A crash occurred early morning on December 2, when a 22 year old woman was fatally struck by a car while crossing the bypass road near Bueng Overpass in Chonburi. Police from Mueang Chonburi Police Station are investigating the exact cause of the incident.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345198-woman-killed-while-crossing-chonburi-bypass-road/

 

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Electrical Short Circuit Sparks Fire at Chester’s Grill, Rama 2 Soi 60/2

 

 

A fire broke out at a Chester’s Grill in Rama 2 Soi 60/2, Samae Dam Subdistrict, Bang Khun Thian District, Bangkok at approximately 12:35 on December 2, caused by an electrical short circuit in the motor of the restaurant’s ventilation system located above the cooking equipment.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345200-electrical-short-circuit-sparks-fire-at-chester’s-grill-rama-2-soi-602/

 

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UPDATE
Pattaya Gold Theft Suspect Arrested After 24-Hour Manhunt

 

 

Police in Pattaya successfully apprehended a 29-year-old man who stole a gold ring from a gold store in South Pattaya’s Tukcom Mall. The arrest came after an intense 24-hour manhunt involving surveillance footage and undercover operations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345112-pattaya-police-launch-manhunt-for-gold-ring-snatcher/#findComment-19423153

 

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Indian Nationals Arrested in Thailand for Illegal Money Lending

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

Thai police have arrested two Indian men masquerading as peanut vendors while secretly running an illegal money lending operation. The arrests were made in Phayao after a coordinated effort by local authorities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345206-indian-nationals-arrested-in-phayao-for-illegal-money-lending/

 

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Monk's Makeshift Eyebrows with Tape Solves Welfare Card Payment Issue

 

Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

A monk's ingenious approach to a welfare payment mishap has captivated social media users. After failing to verify his identity with the state welfare payment app due to missing eyebrows, the monk received help from inventive store staff who used black adhesive tape to create temporary eyebrows.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345209-monks-makeshift-eyebrows-with-tape-solves-welfare-card-payment-issue/

 

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Overstaying American Arrested at Phuket Airport
By Goongnang Suksawa

 

An American man was arrested at the Phuket International Airport for 21 days of overstay.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345213-overstaying-american-arrested-at-phuket-airport/

 

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Thailand's Marriage Equality Bill to Become Law Next Month

 

Picture courtesy: South China Morning Post

 

Thailand is set to become the third region in Asia, following Taiwan and Nepal, to legally recognise same-sex marriage, with the Marriage Equality Bill poised to take effect next month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345216-thailand-prepares-for-historic-marriage-equality-law-enactment/

 

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Heavy rain warning issued for southern Thailand provinces
by Bright Choomanee 

 

Picture courtesy of Tom De Decker, Unsplash

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued its third warning about heavy to very heavy rainfall expected to hit southern Thailand from December 3 to December 5.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345218-heavy-rain-warning-issued-for-southern-thailand-provinces/

 

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Drink driver crashes car after offering lift to intoxicated woman
by Petch Petpailin 

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวเวิร์คพอยท์ 23

A drunk Thai man offered a lift to an equally intoxicated woman he met on a roadside in the central province of Chachoengsao but failed to get her home because he crashed his car into a traffic barrier. Three people in the vehicle suffered mild injuries.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345228-drink-driver-crashes-car-after-offering-lift-to-intoxicated-woman/

 

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Fire Engulfs Iconic “Ship Hotel” on Koh Chang: Emergency Teams Struggle to Contain Blaze

 

 

A fierce fire has erupted at the abandoned Koh Chang Grand Laguna Hotel, a famous landmark on the island due to its distinctive ship-like design. The blaze broke out at approximately 11.00 on December 3, in the Koh Chang Tai subdistrict and continues to rage, with thick black smoke visible from afar.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345248-fire-engulfs-iconic-“ship-hotel”-on-koh-chang-emergency-teams-struggle-to-contain-blaze/

 

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Fire engulfs iconic, haunted boat hotel on Koh Chang - video

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Fire & Rescue Thailand

 

A fire broke out today at the iconic, and reportedly haunted boat hotel, Koh Chang Grand Laguna, located on an island in the southeastern province of Trat. Firefighters are still struggling to control the blaze.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345248-fire-engulfs-iconic-“ship-hotel”-on-koh-chang-emergency-teams-struggle-to-contain-blaze/#findComment-19424689

 

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Woman arrested at husband’s hospital bedside over fraud charges

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin TV

 

A 39 year old woman wanted on two arrest warrants for fraud and computer crimes was arrested by police while visiting her husband, who is currently recovering in a hospital after being shot during a standoff with police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345255-woman-arrested-at-husband’s-hospital-bedside-over-fraud-charges/

 

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Thailand aims to become education hub with global universities

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation is planning to invite renowned overseas universities to set up campuses in Thailand as part of its initiative to position the country as a regional education hub.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345257-thailand-aims-to-become-education-hub-with-global-universities/

 

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Thai victims lose over 100 million baht to ‘blue elephant’ flight booking scam

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Amarin TV

 

Nearly 100 victims collectively lost over 100 million baht to a flight booking platform featuring a blue elephant logo. The victims neither received their tickets nor were refunded their money.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345259-thai-victims-lose-over-100-million-baht-to-‘blue-elephant’-flight-booking-scam/

 

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Thailand urges swift release of citizens detained by Myanmar

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand urged Myanmar’s ambassador to urgently work for the release of four Thai citizens who are currently detained in Myanmar, following an incident in which their fishing boat was fired upon by Myanmar naval ships off the coast of Ranong last week.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345260-thailand-urges-swift-release-of-citizens-detained-by-myanmar/

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7-Eleven Teams with British Embassy to Boost Thailand Road Safety

 

Photo: The Pattaya News

 

In a significant move to enhance road safety for tourists in Thailand, CP All Public Company Limited, the parent company of 7-Eleven in Thailand, has partnered with the Tourist Police Bureau and the British Embassy. Announced by CEO Mr. Yuthasak Poomsurakul on 2nd December 2024, this initiative targets common risks faced by international tourists, focusing on the importance of wearing helmets and avoiding driving under the influence.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345262-7-eleven-teams-with-british-embassy-to-boost-thailand-road-safety/

 

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Thailand Ranks 9th in Global Instant Noodle Consumption, with 4 Billion Packs a Year

 

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The World Instant Noodles Association (WINA) has announced that Thailand is the ninth largest consumer of instant noodles in the world. Released on December 2, the list ranks the top 15 countries based on their annual instant noodle consumption. In Thailand, people consume around 4 billion packets each year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345264-thailand-ranks-9th-in-global-instant-noodle-consumption-with-4-billion-packs-a-year/