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Pattaya bar girl scams 10 million baht from South Korean man
by Petch Petpailin 

A South Korean man lost more than 10 million baht to a Thai woman he met in Pattaya. The woman even claimed that she died of cancer to scam the foreigner out of his money.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346718-pattaya-bar-girl-scams-10-million-baht-from-south-korean-man/

Indian passengers turn Thai AirAsia plane into party zone - video
By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Odisha TV India

 

A flight to Thailand turned into a scene of mid-air mayhem, sparking outrage online after a viral video showcased the unruly behaviour of Indian passengers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346756-indian-passengers-turn-thai-airasia-plane-into-party-zone-video/

PM Paetongtarn crowned Politician of the Year in Bangkok poll
By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Riau Pos

 

Move over, rivals! Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has stormed ahead in the political popularity race, clinching the top spot in a nationwide survey that crowned her Politician of the Year 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346770-pm-paetongtarn-crowned-politician-of-the-year-in-bangkok-poll/

Thai Virologist Dismisses Norovirus Outbreak 'Fake News'

 

Dr. Yong. File photo courtesy: NNT

 

A wave of concern has swept through Thailand following rumours of an alleged norovirus outbreak. However, experts, including a leading virologist from Chulalongkorn University, are urging calm, labelling the reports as misinformation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346757-thai-virologist-dismisses-norovirus-outbreak-fake-news/

Teen Injured in Motorbike Crash After Bee Sting and Antihistamine-Induced Drowsiness
 

 

The Sawang Rojanatham Sathan Rescue Foundation received a report of a motorcycle crash involving a streetlight pole opposite a PTT gas station in Bang Saray, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346794-teen-injured-in-motorbike-crash-after-bee-sting-and-antihistamine-induced-drowsiness/

 

Cleaner Discovers Baby’s Body in Trash Bag in Rayong Restroom
 

 

A cleaner was left in shock after discovering the body of a newborn baby girl inside a tightly tied plastic bag in a restroom trash can. Police and rescue teams confirmed that the baby had already passed away.

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346795-cleaner-discovers-baby’s-body-in-trash-bag-in-rayong-restroom/

 

18-Wheeler Collides with Trailer Truck at Intersection, Driver Thrown Out and Killed
 

 

A fatal collision between an 18-wheeler and a trailer truck carrying molasses occurred at an intersection on the Nong Bua-Si Bun Rueang Road in Ban Phan Don, Ban Phrao Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nong Bua Lamphu Province. The incident resulted in the death of the 18-wheeler driver.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346796-18-wheeler-collides-with-trailer-truck-at-intersection-driver-thrown-out-and-killed/

 

Industry Minister Shuts Down “Xin Ke Yuan Steel” Following Gas Explosion in Rayong
 

 

The Ministry of Industry has ordered the suspension of operations at Xin Ke Yuan Steel Co., Ltd., following a gas explosion and fire at its plant in the WHA Industrial Estate, located in Nong Lalok, Ban Khai District, Rayong. The incident, caused by a leak from a 110,000-litre LPG tank, resulted in injuries to five individuals.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346797-industry-minister-shuts-down-“xin-ke-yuan-steel”-following-gas-explosion-in-rayong/

 

Trat: Man Dies in Rubber Plantation After Motorcycle Crash

 

 

A 50-year-old man lost his life in a motorcycle crash while riding through a rubber plantation in Klong Yai Subdistrict, Laem Ngop District, Trat Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346798-trat-man-dies-in-rubber-plantation-after-motorcycle-crash/

 

Two Chinese Nationals Arrested for Extortion Through Dating App

 

 

Police have arrested two Chinese men for allegedly extorting money from a fellow Chinese national after luring him through a dating app. The suspects, identified as Mr. Sun Jian, 31, and Mr. Sun Hao, 23, were detained at a residence on Pracha Uthit Soi 24 in Huai Khwang District, Bangkok.

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346799-two-chinese-nationals-arrested-for-extortion-through-dating-app/

 

Three Sentenced to Death for Murder and Dismemberment of German Businessman in Pattaya

 

Picture courtesy: Siam Rath

 

PATTAYA - In a chilling case that gripped international audiences, the Pattaya Provincial Court has handed down death sentences to three individuals involved in the murder of Hans Peter Ralter Mack, a 62-year-old German property mogul. The murder, which occurred on 5th July 2023, involved abduction, killing, and dismemberment, creating shockwaves due to its brutality.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346791-three-sentenced-to-death-for-murder-and-dismemberment-of-german-businessman-in-pattaya/

31-Year-Old Man on Aerox Killed in Traffic Accident in Bang Lamung
 

 

Pol. Lt. Chantha Duwaman, Deputy Investigator of Bang Lamung Police Station, along with rescue personnel from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation, responded to a fatal road crash on Sukhumvit Road near the U-turn at Ban Suan in Naklua, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346800-31-year-old-man-on-aerox-killed-in-traffic-accident-in-bang-lamung/

 

Gunmen Kill Volunteer Defense Officer in Yala, Steal AK-47 Rifle
 

 

A late-night claimed the life of a volunteer defense officer in Banang Sata District, Yala Province. The attackers, whose identities and numbers remain unknown, shot and killed Mr. Mato Per Ming, 50, an officer with the Village Protection Volunteer Corps (Chor Kor Tor) in Banang Sata, Yala, while he was riding his motorcycle along a village road near his base in Moo 2, Bajoh Subdistrict.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346801-gunmen-kill-volunteer-defense-officer-in-yala-steal ak-47 rifle/

 

School Truck Crash Leaves Multiple Injured in Ubon Ratchathani
 

 

A school transport truck veered off the road in Ubon Ratchathani, leaving several injured, including an eight-year-old girl. Emergency services were alerted to the accident via the 1669 hotline on December 20, at approximately 16.30.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346802-school-truck-crash-leaves-multiple-injured-in-ubon-ratchathani/

 

Speeding Car Runs Red Light, Crashes Into Police Booth in Nong Chang
 

 

An incident occurred at approximately 16.00 on December 20, in Nong Chang District of Uthai Thani, when a speeding car ran a red light and crashed into a police booth, causing extensive damage to multiple vehicles and leaving one person seriously injured.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346803-speeding-car-runs-red-light-crashes-into-police-booth-in-nong-chang/

 

Elderly Man Dies After Tripping into Ditch in Ubon Ratchathani
 

 

Authorities responded to a distress call from the 191 Emergency Centre regarding a fatal incident near the Ubon Ratchathani Teachers’ Savings Cooperative, close to the Non Hong Thong Intersection.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346804-elderly-man-dies-after-tripping-into-ditch-in-ubon-ratchathani/

 

Thai F-16 Fighters Intercept Myanmar Jet in Airspace Breach

 

F-16 file photo courtesy: Wikipedia

 

In a swift response to a potential security threat yesterday, two F-16 fighters from the Thai air force were deployed to intercept an unidentified aircraft intruding into Thai airspace. This incident occurred over Popphra district in Tak province, which borders Myawaddy township in Myanmar.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346806-thai-f-16-fighters-intercept-myanmar-jet-in-airspace-breach/

 

Thaksin Outlines Vision for Transforming Thailand's Northeast

 

File photo courtesy: Facebook sorrayuth9115

 

In a speech at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has unveiled an ambitious new vision for the Isaan region. Speaking under the theme "The Future of Isaan: Opportunities for Thailand," Thaksin called for sweeping changes across education, technology, and economic policies to rejuvenate the oft-overlooked Northeastern Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346793-thaksin-outlines-vision-for-transforming-thailands-northeast/

Three-Vehicle Collision Leaves 8 Injured, 2 in Critical Condition (Video in story)

 

 

A shocking three-vehicle collision at an unmarked intersection in Ban Din Sai On, Hua Na Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nong Bua Lamphu , has left eight people injured, with two in critical condition. The incident, captured on CCTV, occurred at approximately 14:10 on December 20.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346805-three-vehicle-collision-leaves-8-injured-2-in-critical-condition/

 

Thai Taxi Driver Assaulted by Foreigner in Pattaya, Seeks Justice
 

 

A Thai taxi driver and former assistant village headman, Mr. Chiwun Chimphlee, 50, is seeking justice after being brutally assaulted by a foreigner in Pattaya. The attack, captured on CCTV, has raised concerns about the lack of prompt legal action.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346807-thai-taxi-driver-assaulted-by-foreigner-in-pattaya-seeks-justice/

 

Thai Court Rules Traffic Fines Can't Block Vehicle Tax Renewal

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

In a landmark decision, Thailand's Administrative Court has ruled that outstanding traffic fines cannot be used as grounds to deny motorists their annual vehicle tax renewal.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346811-thai-court-rules-traffic-fines-cant-block-vehicle-tax-renewal/

 

Thailand braces for cold spell with mountain lows of 5 degrees
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

Thailand is experiencing a cold spell today, with mountain peak temperatures dropping to a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius (°C). Fog blankets Bangkok this morning, while the south faces thunderstorms due to moderate monsoon winds.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346821-thailand-braces-for-cold-spell-with-mountain-lows-of-5-degrees/

 

Mute Wife Attacks Norwegian Husband in Jomtien Street Over Infidelity
 

 

A violent altercation early morning, left a foreign man injured outside a convenience store on Jomtien Beach Road, Soi 8, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346830-mute-wife-attacks-norwegian-husband-in-jomtien-street-over-infidelity/

 

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