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Foreign Tourist Swallows Traffic Ticket in Odd Pattaya Incident

 

In an unusual scene in Pattaya on Saturday, a foreign visitor attempted to evade a traffic violation by swallowing his ticket. Stopped at a checkpoint outside the Pattaya police station, the shirtless man on a motorcycle was caught without a helmet or valid driving licence.

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346864-foreign-tourist-swallows-traffic-ticket-in-odd-pattaya-incident/

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Foreign Tourist Performs Dangerous Motorcycle Stunt on Koh Samui
 

Picture courtesy of Matichon.

 

A 28-year-old Dutch tourist was caught on video performing a reckless motorcycle stunt on Koh Samui, later admitting he was unaware of the local traffic laws.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346850-foreign-tourist-performs-dangerous-motorcycle-stunt-on-koh-samui/

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Drunken Foreigner Causes Panic in Pattaya, Wandering Half Naked & Armed with a Knife
 

 

A foreign tourist caused a scene of panic in a Pattaya condominium early morning when he wandered the building half naked, brandishing a knife and knocking on doors.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346841-drunken-foreigner-causes-panic-in-pattaya-wandering-half-naked-armed-with-a-knife/

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Brazen Robbery: Two Thieves Assault & Rob Chinese Tourist in Pattaya
 

 

A shocking incident occurred in Pattaya when two assailants attacked and robbed a Chinese tourist in front of his friends. The crime, which took place near Soi 1 on Pattaya Second Road in Naklua, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province, has raised serious concerns about tourist safety in the city.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346840-brazen-robbery-two-thieves-assault-rob-chinese-tourist-in-pattaya/

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Woman Killed as Truck Overturns in Korat
 

 

A crash occurred on Mittraphap Road near kilometre marker 67 in front of the Wardog Military Dog Battalion in Nong Sarai, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima. A truck carrying rice overturned after crashing into a large road sign, resulting in one fatality and serious injuries to the driver.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346914-woman-killed-as-truck-overturns-in-korat/

 

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Chai Nat: Heavy Drinking to Stay Warm Leads to Noodle Seller’s Death on the Road
 

 

In an incident in Chai Nat province, a chicken noodle vendor succumbed to heavy drinking in an attempt to stay warm during the cold weather, collapsing and passing away inside his vehicle in the middle of a busy road.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346915-chai-nat-heavy-drinking-to-stay-warm-leads-to-noodle-seller’s-death-on-the-road/

 

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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Turning Pickup Truck in Nonthaburi
 

 

A crash claimed the life of a young motorcyclist after a collision with a pickup truck in Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346917-motorcyclist-killed-in-collision-with-turning-pickup-truck-in-nonthaburi/

 

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Three Abandoned Dogs Attack Residents in Suphan Buri; Authorities Capture One Dog
 

 

Authorities in Suphan Buri have captured one of three abandoned dogs, reported to be possibly pit bulls, after they attacked residents near a popular tourist spot.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346918-three-abandoned-dogs-attack-residents-in-suphan-buri-authorities-capture-one-dog/

 

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Thaksin and Anutin Strengthen Bond Over Golf Amid Government Rift Rumours

 

Picture courtesy: Amarin TV

 

In a move that appears to soothe rumours of a governmental split, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul enjoyed a game of golf together at the Stone Hill Club in Pathum Thani

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346919-thaksin-and-anutin-strengthen-bond-over-golf-amid-government-rift-rumours/

 

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Maintenance Worker Seriously Injured in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash
 

 

In the early hours, a 28-year-old maintenance worker, identified only by his nickname “Por,” sustained critical injuries after his motorcycle collided with a tree in Bang Ya Phraek Subdistrict, Phra Pradaeng District, Samut Prakan Province

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346920-maintenance-worker-seriously-injured-in-early-morning-motorcycle-crash/

 

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Buriram Man Sets Motorcycle Ablaze in Drug-Fuelled Rampage, Subdued by Taser
 

 

A 29-year-old man in Prakhon Chai District, Buriram, had to be subdued by police using a taser after a drug-induced episode in which he set his motorcycle on fire, nearly igniting his home in the process.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346921-buriram-man-sets-motorcycle-ablaze-in-drug-fuelled-rampage-subdued-by-taser/

 

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Jomtien: Mystery Death of Thai Woman: Foreign Partner Lived with Corpse for 3 Days

 

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The mysterious death of a 45-year-old Thai woman in Jomtien, Chonburi, has left local authorities perplexed, as her foreign partner was found living with her decomposing body for three days.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346904-jomtien-mystery-death-of-thai-woman-foreign-partner-lived-with-corpse-for-3-days/

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Fatal Road Crash in Prachinburi Leaves One Dead and One Injured

 

 

The Sawang Bampen Dhammasathan Rescue Centre in Prachinburi received a report at 00:05 of a road traffic crash on Highway 3079, near the entrance to the Eua Athorn Housing Estate in Si Maha Phot District, Prachinburi.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346922-fatal-road-crash-in-prachinburi-leaves-one-dead-and-one-injured/

 

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21-Year-Old Sets Fire to Rental Units in Buriram After Consuming Drugs, Destroying 6 Units
 

 

A fire engulfed six single-storey rental units, used as homes, in Prakhon Chai District, Buriram. The blaze, which originated from one of the homes, was reportedly started by a 21-year-old man under the influence of drugs.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346923-21-year-old-sets-fire-to-rental-units-in-buriram-after-consuming-drugs-destroying-6-units/

 

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Driver Escapes After Car Crashes into Canal in Bang Kuntian
 

 

A driver narrowly escaped injury after his car skidded off the road and plunged into the canal in Bang Kuntian, Chom Thong district, Bangkok.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346924-driver-escapes-after-car-crashes-into-canal-in-bang-kuntian/

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Man Dies After Falling from Electric Pole in Chanthaburi

 

 

A fatal incident occurred in Ban Ton Sai, Village 19, Kaeng Hang Maew District, Chanthaburi, when a man fell from an electric pole. The local rescue team from the Sawang Katanyu Foundation was alerted and responded swiftly to the scene.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346925-man-dies-after-falling-from-electric-pole-in-chanthaburi/

 

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Child Dies in SUV Crash on Chiang Mai Mountainside

 

 

A 35-year-old man’s camping trip with his family ended in heartbreak when their vehicle overturned and fell down a ravine in Ban Muang Khum, Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai. The crash claimed the life of his nine-year-old son and left several others injured.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1346926-child-dies-in-suv-crash-on-chiang-mai-mountainside/

 

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Ex-MP Claims Thaksin is the True Leader of the Government

 

FILE - Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra //AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File

 

In a pointed critique of Thailand's current administration, former Democrat MP Thepthai Senapong has boldly declared that Thaksin Shinawatra, the ex-Prime Minister, is the true orchestrator behind the scenes, despite his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra's official leadership role.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346897-ex-mp-claims-thaksin-is-the-true-leader-of-the-government/

 

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Navigating Pattaya: Are Thai-Language Signs Confusing Tourists

 

File photo courtesy: Facebook Pattaya Watchdog

 

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Pattaya, known for drawing millions of tourists worldwide, is a cultural hub teeming with international visitors. One pertinent question for those exploring this bustling city is whether the prevalence of Thai language signs might bewilder non-native speakers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346901-navigating-pattaya-are-thai-language-signs-confusing-tourists/