THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 27 December 2024

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Thai actor DJ Man freed after acquittal in Forex-3D fraud case

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thai actor Pattanapol Mintakhin aka DJ Man was released from prison after being acquitted in the Forex-3D fraud case. The court’s decision brought relief to his family, who were eagerly waiting outside the Bangkok Remand Prison. DJ Man, who had been in custody, was greeted by his parents and ex-wife, Baitoey, upon his release.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347316-thai-actor-dj-man-freed-after-acquittal-in-forex-3d-fraud-case/

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4 Pattaya teenagers arrested for brutally attacking and robbing Belgian man

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via MGR Online

 

Police arrested four Thai teenagers yesterday, for brutally assaulting and robbing an 80 year old Belgian man in Pattaya on Christmas Eve, December 24.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347317-4-pattaya-teenagers-arrested-for-brutally-attacking-and-robbing-belgian-man/

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Thai police halt illegal migrant smuggling in dramatic Phetchabun chase

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A dramatic chase unfolded yesterday, December 26, as police pursued a group smuggling illegal migrant workers in Thailand. Two vehicles, packed with a total of 26 individuals, were intercepted in Phetchabun, revealing an illicit operation that charged 1,000 baht per head.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347318-thai-police-halt-illegal-migrant-smuggling-in-dramatic-phetchabun-chase/

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Thailand Prepares for New Year Tourist Boom: Phuket Leads With 230,000 Visitors

 

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Thailand is gearing up for a huge influx of tourists this New Year, with Phuket expecting over 230,000 visitors from December 28 to January 1. This surge is set to bring nearly 8 billion baht into the local economy. According to Lertchai Wangtrakuldee from the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Phuket office, tourists are likely to spend about 35,000 baht each, with daily expenses reaching 9,000 baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347319-thailand-prepares-for-new-year-tourist-boom-phuket-leads-with-230000-visitors/

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Thailand Raises Child Benefits to 1,000 Baht Monthly by 2025

 

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Thailand's Social Security Office (SSO) will increase child welfare benefits for insured citizens. Starting January 2025, monthly payments will rise from 800 baht to 1,000 baht per child. This change, approved by the Cabinet on December 17, aims to boost birth rates as the country faces a declining population, which could harm the labor force and economy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347320-thailand-raises-child-benefits-to-1000-baht-monthly-by-2025/

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Mumbai Airport: Hydroponic Weed Smuggling from Bangkok Foiled on Christmas Day

 

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Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport witnessed a dramatic anti-drug operation on Christmas Day as customs officials intercepted and arrested five individuals involved in a considerable smuggling attempt. These travellers, arriving from Bangkok, were caught with 26 kilogrammes of hydroponic marijuana, ingeniously concealed within everyday household items.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347322-mumbai-airport-hydroponic-weed-smuggling-from-bangkok-foiled-on-christmas-day/

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Pattaya Tourist Police Surprise Visitors with Sweets and Safety App

 

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On Christmas Day, tourists in Pattaya received a festive surprise as the city's Tourist Police handed out sweets while promoting the Thailand Tourist Police app. This app is designed to enhance safety by allowing users to report incidents, share locations, and contact the police quickly, providing peace of mind to travelers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347323-pattaya-tourist-police-surprise-visitors-with-sweets-and-safety-app/

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Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Donates 10 Million Baht to Thai Zoo Project

 

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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has donated 10 million baht (about $274,000) to Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chon Buri, Thailand. The donation will fund a wildlife adoption project and build a new home for the zoo's beloved pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, and his companions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347324-ethereums-vitalik-buterin-donates-10-million-baht-to-thai-zoo-project/

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Wild Elephants Ravage Village as Tensions Rise Over Recent Shooting

 

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In the Chanthaburi province, wild elephants stormed the village of Khlong Daeng, causing serious damage to a house and a rubber plantation. This incident occurred just two days after a young male elephant was found dead from gunshot wounds nearby.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347325-wild-elephants-ravage-village-as-tensions-rise-over-recent-shooting/

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Yacht fleet breakfast: Thaksin and Thamanat’s island meet-up

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and ex-Agriculture Minister Thamanat Prompow made waves yesterday, December 26 as they were spotted enjoying a private breakfast on the picturesque Koh Lipe, Satun province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347326-yacht-fleet-breakfast-thaksin-and-thamanat’s-island-meet-up/

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Thai ‘wizard’ halts ritual after viral couple intercourse chanting video

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Amarin TV

 

A Thai “wizard” in the Isaan province of Udon Thani ended an explicit ritual after a video of him chanting in front of a foreign couple during sexual activity went viral on Thai social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347329-thai-‘wizard’-halts-ritual-after-viral-couple-intercourse-chanting-video/

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