THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 9 December 2024

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Chonburi officials joined forces with Pattaya police to conduct a surprise raid at a Pattaya nightclub, uncovering drugs scattered on the floor and detaining 54 individuals who tested positive for drug use.

 

Authorities and Police Storm Pattaya Club, Drugs and Positive Tests Found in Large Numbers

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345645-authorities-and-police-storm-pattaya-club-drugs-and-positive-tests-found-in-large-numbers/

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Uzbek Woman Falls from 6th Floor of Pattaya Hotel, Police Investigate Incident
 

 

A 25-year-old woman from Uzbekistan suffered serious injuries after falling from the 6th floor of a hotel in the South Pattaya area. Her friend, who was staying with her in the same room, was found to be heavily intoxicated.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345618-uzbek-woman-falls-from-6th-floor-of-pattaya-hotel-police-investigate-incident/

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Foreign Tourist Stuns Onlookers by Strolling Naked Through Phuket Hotel
 

Picture courtesy of โหดจัง จังหวัดภูเก็ต Facebook page

 

A Facebook page called โหดจัง จังหวัดภูเก็ต (Hodjang Phuket Province) on December 7, posted photos of a foreign tourist walking completely naked through a hotel in Patong, on Thaweewong Road, Kathu District, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345615-foreign-tourist-stuns-onlookers-by-strolling-naked-through-phuket-hotel/

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Police Truck Slides into the Sea While Towing Jet Ski on Koh Samui

 

 

The scene unfolded on Koh Samui when a police patrol truck slid into the sea while towing a jet ski back to the station. The incident, which occurred near a beachfront road in Moo 3, Ang Thong subdistrict, left onlookers, including tourists and locals, in shock. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345637-police-truck-slides-into-the-sea-while-towing-jet-ski-on-koh-samui/

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Massage Parlour Visits Turn Fatal: Singaporean Tourist and Thai Singer Die

 

FILE photo for reference only. Courtesy: Freepik

 

A holiday retreat in Thailand took a tragic turn when a Singaporean tourist and a Thai singer both reportedly died following massages in Phuket and Udon Thani.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345680-massage-parlour-visits-turn-fatal-singaporean-tourist-and-thai-singer-die/

 

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Car Flees Without Paying for Fuel, Taking Dispenser Hose With Him
 

 

Authorities have identified the driver of a black car involved in a fuel station theft in Bangkok. The incident, which caused damages worth over 50,000 baht, took place at a Bangchak gas station on Hathairat Road in Bangkok’s Khlong Sam Wa district.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345681-car-flees-without-paying-for-fuel-taking-dispenser-hose-with-him/

 

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Moroccan Suspect in Doctor’s Murder Found in Malaysia; International Police Coordination Underway

 

 

The Moroccan man wanted for the murder of Dr. Sammy, a well-known local physician, has been located in Malaysia, prompting urgent efforts by Thai authorities to coordinate with international law enforcement to apprehend him.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345578-moroccan-man-wanted-for-murder-of-dr-sammy-owner-of-well-known-chiang-mai-clinic/page/2/#findComment-19435478

 

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Phatthalung: Elderly Monk Fatally Struck While Collecting Alms
 

 

An 88-year-old monk lost his life after being hit by a car while collecting alms in Phatthalung province. The collision occurred on the inbound lane of the Abhaibirirak Road in Kuhasawan Subdistrict, Mueang District.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345682-phatthalung-elderly-monk-fatally-struck-while-collecting-alms/

 

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Korat: Cousins Drown Together While Playing in Water

 

 

In a tragic turn of events, a 6-year-old boy and his 10-year-old cousin drowned while playing in a canal in Nakhon Ratchasima province. The heartbreaking incident occurred in the district of Sung Sang, leaving both families devastated by the loss of two young lives.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345683-korat-cousins-drown-together-while-playing-in-water/

 

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Delivery Truck Crashes into Utility Pole, Wife Killed, Surat Thani
 

 

A crash occurred in Surat Thani early morning, when a four-wheeled delivery truck lost control and crashed into a utility pole, resulting in the death of a young woman.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345684-delivery-truck-crashes-into-utility-pole-wife-killed-surat-thani/

 

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57-Year-Old Woman Found Dead in Deep Pond in Phatthalung
 

 

A 57-year-old woman from Khao Chaison district, identified as Ms. Somporn Rakjun, was found dead in a deep pond, in her village. Relatives reported that she had previously claimed to hear mysterious voices urging her to jump into the water.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345686-57-year-old-woman-found-dead-in-deep-pond-in-phatthalung/

 

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Bangkok Teen Fatally Stabbed After Being Confronted Over Belt
 

 

A 19-year-old vocational student was fatally stabbed early morning on December 8, in a confrontation near Soi Petchkasem 55/2 in Bangkok's Bang Khae district. The attackers, riding a motorcycle, approached the victim and demanded to see his belt before pulling out knifes and attacking him.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345687-bangkok-teen-fatally-stabbed-after-being-confronted-over-belt/

 

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Motorcyclist Killed in Crash After Losing Control on Curve in Samut Prakan
 

 

Police from the Samut Prakan City Police Station received a report of a fatal motorcycle crash involving a garbage truck in Soi Khajornwit, near the curve before the Baan Ua Athorn housing project in Phraeksa Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Prakan Province. Rescue teams from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation and Ruamkusol Foundation were dispatched to the scene.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345688-motorcyclist-killed-in-crash-after-losing-control-on-curve-in-samut-prakan/

 

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Two Forest Rangers Seriously Injured in Bull Attack at Tad Mok National Park
 

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Two forest rangers from Tad Mok National Park were seriously injured after being attacked by a wild bull while patrolling a remote area of the park. The incident occurred in a forested region on the border of Phetchabun and Chaiyaphum provinces.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345689-two-forest-rangers-seriously-injured-in-bull-attack-at-tad-mok-national-park/

 

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Man Jumps to His Death from Bhumibol 1 Bridge in Front of Security Guard
 

 

A man took his own life by jumping from the Bhumibol 1 Bridge, Samut Prakan, in front of a security guard who was unable to intervene in time.

 

Full stroy:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345690-man-jumps-to-his-death-from-bhumibol-1-bridge-in-front-of-security-guard/

 

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Loei: Cyclist Found Dead in Drain After Being Reported Missing
 

 

Police from Mueang Loei Police Station in Loei Province received a report early morning of a deceased person found in a drainage pipe in Fak Na Village, Na An Subdistrict, Mueang Loei District. Upon being notified, authorities coordinated with doctors from Loei Hospital and Sawang Kiri Tham Rescue Foundation to investigate the scene.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345693-loei-cyclist-found-dead-in-drain-after-being-reported-missing/

 

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Tyre Explosion Severely Injures Shop Owner in Prachinburi
 

 

A tyre shop owner was severely injured after a truck tire exploded while he was working on it in Sri Maha Phot District, Prachinburi. The incident occurred around at a tyre shop located at 726, Moo 7, Sri Maha Phot Subdistrict
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345694-tyre-explosion-severely-injures-shop-owner-in-prachinburi/

 

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Man Pretending to Be Pattaya Police Officer Arrested for Threatening Others with Fake Gun

 

 

Pattaya police have apprehended a man who allegedly impersonated a police officer and used a fake gun to threaten his girlfriend and local residents, warning he would shoot anyone who intervened.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345695-man-pretending-to-be-pattaya-police-officer-arrested-for-threatening-others-with-fake-gun/

 

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Fire Destroys Room in Bang Saray House; Ex-Husband Suspected of Arson
 

 

Pol. Lt. Col. Chaiwat Nemmie, Deputy Inspector of Sattahip Police Station, received a report of a fire at a house located at 174/21, Moo 9, Bang Saray Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene, with fire suppression teams from the Bang Saray Municipality and Kledkaew Municipality called in to contain the blaze.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1345696-fire-destroys-room-in-bang-saray-house-ex-husband-suspected-of-arson/

 

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Thailand's Rice Yields Lag Behind Asian Counterparts

 

Picture courtesy: Wikipedia

 

Thailand, a well-known player in the global rice market, faces challenges as its average rice yields fall short compared to other major rice-producing nations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345697-thailands-rice-yields-lag-behind-asian-counterparts/

 

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Yingluck Unlikely to Return under Thaksin's Return Model: Pita

 

 

Pita Limjaroenrat, the former leader of Move Forward, has asserted that the return of ex-Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is unlikely to follow the same pathway as her brother, Thaksin Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345698-yingluck-unlikely-to-return-under-thaksins-return-model-pita/

 

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Foreigners and Thais Arrested in Underwear at Bangkok Hotel Party

 

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

In an extraordinary crackdown, Thai police swept into an unauthorised gathering in Bangkok's Watthana district, arresting over 120 scantily clad individuals at a hotel party floor.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345691-foreigners-and-thais-arrested-in-underwear-at-bangkok-hotel-party/

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Naked Russian Man Rescued from Sea Between Pattaya and Koh Larn

 

Picture courtesy: FM91

 

A daring escapade took an unexpected turn for a Russian man found adrift and naked between Pattaya and Koh Larn. On December 8, 2024, what started as an adventurous feat of endurance ended in a fortunate rescue.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345699-naked-russian-man-rescued-from-sea-between-pattaya-and-koh-larn/

 

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Thailand and UK Discuss Prospects for Free Trade Agreement

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Thailand's Commerce Minister, Phichai Naripatapan, recently held discussions with British Ambassador Mark Gooding to explore economic cooperation between Thailand and the United Kingdom. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345701-thailand-and-uk-discuss-prospects-for-free-trade-agreement/

 

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COVID-19 Severity Fades, But Virus Remains, says Dr. Yong

 

Dr. Yong. File photo courtesy: NNT

 

Professor Yong Poovorawan from Chulalongkorn University delivered an update on the current state of COVID-19, highlighting its evolution over time. While the pandemic has ended this year, the virus continues to persist.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345709-covid-19-severity-fades-but-virus-remains-says-dr-yong/

 

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Monsoon system brings heavy rain to southern Thailand
by Ryan Turner

 

Photo via KhaoSod

A new monsoon system is set to sweep across southern Thailand, bringing heavy rainfall to nine provinces. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warned residents to be cautious of potential hazards due to the severe weather. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345711-monsoon-system-brings-heavy-rain-to-southern-thailand/

 

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PM Paetongtarn to outline key policies in public address tomorrow
by Ryan Turner

 

PM Paetongtarn during her inauguration speech | Photo via @ingshin/X

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is set to deliver a significant public address tomorrow, December 10, where she will highlight her Cabinet’s accomplishments over the past three months and underscore the importance of the government’s key policies for the upcoming year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345713-pm-paetongtarn-to-outline-key-policies-in-public-address-tomorrow/

 

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Thai Floods Unleash Chaos: Expert Blames Human Actions

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

The devastating floods sweeping across Thailand have claimed over 50 lives in the north this year and more than 25 recently in the south. According to Pianporn “Pai” Deetes, Southeast Asia Programme Director for International Rivers, human actions are significantly responsible for this catastrophe.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345714-thai-floods-unleash-chaos-expert-blames-human-actions/

 

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British man’s Thai-high’ trip goes up in smoke at Manchester customs
by Bob Scott

 

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Another British man has been nabbed in a high-stakes arrest after being caught returning through Manchester Airport customs with two suitcases full of cannabis from Thailand. The alleged British drug mule, Ahmed Sohail, who claimed he went to Thailand to lose some weight, ended up losing much more than he bargained for.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345728-british-man’s-thai-high’-trip-goes-up-in-smoke-at-manchester-customs/

 

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Husband and wife arrested for brutal murder in Uthai Thani

By Ryan Turner

 

Photo via KhaoSod

 

A gruesome murder has come to light after the arrest of a husband and wife in Uthai Thani, Thailand, following the discovery of a deceased man’s body in a field. The suspects, identified as 58 year old Samrit and 32 year old Jirawan confessed to the murder of 60 year old Udom.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345746-husband-and-wife-arrested-for-brutal-murder-in-uthai-thani/