THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 10 January 2025

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Foul play: Krabi cops rescue footballers from scam agent’s offside trap

By Petch Petpailin

 

Krabi Provincial Tourist Police officers swooped to help an Egyptian and a Yemeni football player after they were deceived by a scam agent who lured them to Thailand and defrauded them of 45,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348394-foul-play-krabi-cops-rescue-footballers-from-scam-agent’s-offside-trap/

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British drug dealer arrested after his suspicious behaviour in Phuket

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ สถานีตำรวจภูธรกมลา

 

Police arrested a British drug dealer in Phuket after observing him behaving suspiciously while meeting traffic officers on a road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348387-british-drug-dealer-arrested-after-his-suspicious-behaviour-in-phuket/

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Bangkok Traffic Innovations Cut City Congestion by 25% in Two Years

File photo courtesy: wikipedia

 

In a bid to tackle congestion, Bangkok's traffic has seen a noticeable improvement, with travel times reduced by 25% in some of the city's busiest areas. This follows the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's implementation of Area Traffic Control (ATC) technology and other innovations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348398-bangkok-traffic-innovations-cut-city-congestion-by-25-in-two-years/ 

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Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing into Utility Pole in Chonburi
 

 

A 37-year-old man from Chaiyaphum lost his life after his motorcycle veered off the road and crashed into a utility pole on the parallel road of Motorway Route 7, Section 5, near Ban Rong Heep in Takhiantia Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348419-motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-utility-pole-in-chonburi/

 

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Mystery Body Washes Ashore at Bang Chalong Beach
 

 

A fisherman was shocked to discover an unidentified male body washed up on the shores of Bang Chalong Beach in Surat Thani. The body, which appeared to be that of a man aged under 40, was found by the fisherman who was in the area to collect shrimp.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348420-mystery-body-washes-ashore-at-bang-chalong-beach/

 

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Multiple Injured in Surin Minivan-Truck Collision
 

 

Authorities received a report of a crash involving a passenger minivan and a 22-wheeled lorry. The crash occurred in front of a PTT petrol station on the parallel inbound road to Sangha District, in Tambon Chob, Sangha District, Surin Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348421-multiple-injured-in-surin-minivan-truck-collision/

 

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Macau's Melco Expands in Thailand Amid Tourism Boom

 

File photo: Macao Studio City. Courtesy Wikipedia

 

Melco Resorts & Entertainment, a prominent casino operator from Macau, has set its sights on Thailand's thriving tourism industry with the opening of a new office in the vibrant city of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348422-macaus-melco-expands-in-thailand-amid-tourism-boom/

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Chinese Fraudsters Rob Fellow Citizens of 13M Baht in Bangkok Crypto Scam

 

The victim files a complaint at Huai Khwang police station. Photo: Amarin TV

 

In a bold and audacious heist reminiscent of a thriller, three Chinese nationals were left reeling after being defrauded of a whopping 13 million Baht in a cryptocurrency exchange scam in Bangkok. The incidents, which appear intricately planned, unfolded on Thursday as the victims attempted legitimate currency-for-crypto exchanges.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348417-chinese-fraudsters-rob-fellow-citizens-of-13m-baht-in-bangkok-crypto-scam/

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UPDATE
Dog Relocated to Animal Shelter After Fatal Attack on Owner

 

 

Following the death of an 84-year-old man in Saraburi Province, his dog, a black Thai-pit bull mix has been tranquilised and relocated to an animal shelter in Khao Kwang District. The attack occurred on 8 January in the victim’s home in Din Sopong community, Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348318-dog-fatally-attacks-84-year-old-owner-at-home-in-saraburi/page/2/#findComment-19502855

 

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Hit-and-Run Incident Leaves One Dead, One Injured; Later Drugs Found in Abandoned Vehicle
 

 

A fatal hit-and-run collision occurred early on 9 January, leaving one dead and another injured after an SUV collided with a motorcycle-sidecar carrying a couple delivering grass for cattle. The incident took place near a PTT petrol station in Ban Kham Pa Lai, Kham Pa Lai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Mukdahan Province.

 

Full Story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348423-hit-and-run-incident-leaves-one-dead-one-injured-later-drugs-found-in-abandoned-vehicle/

 

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Young Woman Attempts Suicide with Insecticide, Saved by Brother's Quick Action
 

 

A 24-year-old woman was rescued just in time after attempting to take her own life by consuming insecticide and mothballs in Pattaya early on January 9.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348424-young-woman-attempts-suicide-with-insecticide-saved-by-brothers-quick-action/

 

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Pickup Truck Overturns Hitting Power Pole: One Dead, Two Injured
 

 

A crash occurred when a pickup truck driver lost control and overturned, before striking a power pole near the Thai Nippon Company, heading towards Ban Nong Kwang Li in Don Thong Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phitsanulok Province. The crash left one man dead and two others injured.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348425-pickup-truck-overturns-hitting-power-pole-one-dead-two-injured/

 

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Civil Servant Takes Own Life in Car Amid Disciplinary Probe
 

 

A Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) civil servant took his own life inside his car. The incident occurred at a car park near a restaurant in Soi Yothin Phatthana 3, Sub-soi 9, Khlong Chan Subdistrict, Bang Kapi District.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348426-civil-servant-takes-own-life-in-car-amid-disciplinary-probe/

 

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Police Officer Injured in Drug-Fueled Attack in Khong Chiam
 

 

A police officer was injured in a violent incident in Khong Chiam district, Ubon Ratchathani, while responding to a report of a drug-fuelled disturbance involving a knife-wielding man.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348427-police-officer-injured-in-drug-fueled-attack-in-khong-chiam/

 

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65-Year-Old Farmer Discovers Baby’s Body Buried with Toy Rabbit in Rice Field
 

 

A tragic discovery was made in a rice field in Ban Lak Pai, Wang Hin Subdistrict, Si Sa Ket Province, when a 65-year-old man found the body of an infant buried alongside a toy rabbit. Police from Wang Hin Police Station, forensic officers from Si Sa Ket Provincial Police, and a medical examiner from Wang Hin District Hospital were called to the scene to investigate.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348428-65-year-old-farmer-discovers-baby’s-body-buried-with-toy-rabbit-in-rice-field/

 

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Two Dead, Nine Injured in Tragic Collision on Trang-Satun Road
 

 

A devastating road crash resulted in two fatalities and nine injuries, including children, after a car collided with a pick-up truck before plunging into a roadside ditch. The crash occurred on the Trang-Satun highway in Thung Phanhan Village, Thung Yao Subdistrict, Palian District, Trang Province.

 

Fill story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348429-two-dead-nine-injured-in-tragic-collision-on-trang-satun-road/

 

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Electric Motorcycle Bursts into Flames in Udon Thani
 

 

Firefighters in Udon Thani responded to a call about an electric motorcycle that caught fire on January 9, on a road in front of the Saen Saran housing estate in Nong Bua subdistrict. The vehicle, a white and black Deco brand, was found engulfed in flames. Firefighters arrived promptly and extinguished the fire within ten minutes, but the motorcycle was completely destroyed.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348430-electric-motorcycle-bursts-into-flames-in-udon-thani/

 

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Chinese Model Mysteriously Disappears at Thai-Myanmar Border

 

 

In a scenario reminiscent of another recent high-profile case, Yang Zeqi, a Chinese model, has gone missing at the Thai-Myanmar border. The case follows the disappearance of actor Xingxing, which involved similar circumstances.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348431-chinese-model-mysteriously-disappears-at-thai-myanmar-border/

 

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Woman's Motorbike Stolen Before First Payment After 4 Years of Saving

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

NONTHABURI - A laundry maid's hard-earned motorbike was stolen just before the first loan instalment was due. Ms. Wilaiwan, who works at a launderette and sells street food in the evenings, had diligently saved for four years to pay a 14,000 baht deposit for the motorbike, needed to take her child to school and commute to work.

 

Full. story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348432-womans-motorbike-stolen-before-first-payment-after-4-years-of-saving/

 

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Phuket's Transformation: Becoming Thailand's Premium Tourist Hub

 

Phuket Old Town. File photo

 

In a decisive move to elevate Phuket's status, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has announced strategic plans to develop the island province into a premier tourist destination. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348433-phukets-transformation-becoming-thailands-premium-tourist-hub/

 

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Thailand's 'Dual Prime Minister' System: A Delicate Balance of Power

 

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, with, his daughter Paetongtarn | Photo via AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit

 

ANALYSIS

 

Thailand's political sphere is witnessing a unique evolution with what observers are calling a 'dual prime minister' system, a strategic alignment between Thaksin Shinawatra and his daughter, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348437-thailands-dual-prime-minister-system-a-delicate-balance-of-power/

 

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Tourists Detained After Vaping Mid-Air on Nok Air Flight

 

 

Three rowdy tourists were escorted off a Nok Air flight after being caught vaping mid-air, shocking fellow passengers on board. The incident occurred on January 5 on flight DD-532, travelling from Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok to Phuket International Airport.

 

Full story and video:https://aseannow.com/topic/1348439-tourists-detained-after-vaping-mid-air-on-nok-air-flight/

 

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Phuket Airport tourist cries fowl over 3,000 baht Subway sarnies

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo showing a meal deal at 278 baht via Facebook/ เที่ยวภูเก็ต

 

A foreign woman took to TikTok to accuse a Subway store at Phuket International Airport of overcharging her after she bought three sandwiches for 3,000 baht. (£72).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348471-phuket-airport-tourist-cries-fowl-over-3000-baht-subway-sarnies/

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Unfair pricing: Chiang Mai shooting game stall shut down - video

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A shooting game stall at the Chiang Mai Winter Fair has been permanently closed following complaints of misleading pricing. A Facebook user recounted an experience where a price misunderstanding led to demands for an inflated payment of 1,200 baht. The event organisers have intervened and ended the stall’s operations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348472-unfair-pricing-chiang-mai-shooting-game-stall-shut-down-video/

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Khon Kaen couple arrested for 1 million baht amulet theft

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Police in Khon Kaen arrested a 45 year old man and his 48 year old wife on charges of theft and possession of stolen property. The couple is accused of stealing valuable amulets from a residence, which the woman had nabbed while working as a housekeeper.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348474-khon-kaen-couple-arrested-for-1-million-baht-amulet-theft/

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Nong Khai man walks 500km barefoot after family dispute

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 62 year old man was reportedly forced out of his Nong Khai home by his wife and stepson, prompting him to walk barefoot over 500 kilometres to return to his hometown. A passerby found him and provided a lift, eventually taking him to a hospital.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348477-nong-khai-man-walks-500km-barefoot-after-family-dispute/

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Thai driver cites health issue after killing 6 year old boy in Bangkok

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Matichon

 

A Thai man blamed a health issue after crashing his SUV into a motorcycle carrying a man and his six year old son, resulting in the boy’s death yesterday, January 9, on a road in the Saimai area of Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348480-thai-driver-cites-health-issue-after-killing-6-year-old-boy-in-bangkok/

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Thai woman defends drunk foreign boyfriend in Pattaya crash

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ เจ๊มอย v+

 

A drunk foreign man crashed his sedan into a som tam vendor in Pattaya in the early hours of today. However, the foreigner’s Thai girlfriend refused to accept the blame, accusing the victim of faking his injuries, and having connections with a top police chief.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348484-thai-woman-defends-drunk-foreign-boyfriend-in-pattaya-crash/

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Minister launches emergency plan as deadly dust chokes Thailand

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of NIDA

 

Thailand Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin issued an urgent response to soaring PM 2.5 air pollution levels, which have breached safety thresholds in 14 provinces, threatening public health.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348485-minister-launches-emergency-plan-as-deadly-dust-chokes-thailand/

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Tourism stocks tumble amid Chinese tourist fears

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thai tourism stocks took a hit this morning as concerns mounted over a potential decline in Chinese tourist arrivals during the Chinese New Year. The drop follows revelations about a Chinese actor, Wang Xing, who was found in Myanmar and is suspected to have been a victim of human trafficking. This incident has cast a shadow over Thailand’s safety reputation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348489-tourism-stocks-tumble-amid-chinese-tourist-fears/