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Thailand's 50-Day Deadline to Assess Entertainment Complex Proposal

 

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Thailand's Council of State has been tasked with a pressing 50-day deadline to evaluate the proposed Entertainment Complex Act. This follows the Cabinet's endorsement of the draft legislation on 13th January, setting a potential legislative pathway for casinos to exist within larger entertainment venues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349469-thailands-50-day-deadline-to-assess-entertainment-complex-proposal/

 

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Arrest warrant for Thanasun Nilprasert after fatal teacher shooting

By Bright Choomanee

 

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An arrest warrant has been issued for Thanasun Nilprasert, also known as Tee Bangluang, following the fatal shooting of a 60 year old former teacher, Nak Anantarangsi, in Nonthaburi. The incident took place on January 18, along Highway 3011 in Bang Pa-in district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349382-teacher-suspected-of-murdering-husband-as-he-slept-after-missing-mental-health-medication/#findComment-19529146

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Two arrested for illegal loans after vendor’s tragic suicide

By Bright Choomanee

 

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Police Region 4 apprehended two men for providing illegal loans with exorbitant interest rates, following the suicide of a fish vendor overwhelmed by debt. The suspects confessed to charging interest rates of 60% monthly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349471-two-arrested-for-illegal-loans-after-vendor’s-tragic-suicide/

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Inmate escapes Chumphon prison, manhunt underway

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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An inmate serving a prison term for a drug-related offence has escaped from Huai Klung temporary prison in Wang Tako subdistrict, Lang Suan district, Chumphon province, sparking a search operation. The escape occurred around 3pm, yesterday, January 20, and seven hours later, the fugitive remains at large.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349472-inmate-escapes-chumphon-prison-manhunt-underway/

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Thai man loses 70,000 baht after scammers use fake ID to access his credit card

By Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai man lost nearly 70,000 baht from his credit card balance after a scammer created a fake ID card, gained access to his mobile phone number, and accessed his credit card.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349473-thai-man-loses-70000-baht-after-scammers-use-fake-id-to-access-his-credit-card/

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Thai thief poses as jogger to steal over 1 million baht from luxury home

By Petch Petpailin

 

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A thief posed as a resident of a luxury village in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok and pretended to jog around the community before breaking into a home and stealing over 1 million baht in cash and valuables.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349477-thai-thief-poses-as-jogger-to-steal-over-1-million-baht-from-luxury-home/

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Toxic air crisis: 70 provinces choked by dangerous dust levels

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand woke up to alarming air quality today, with ultrafine dust particles (PM2.5) reaching hazardous levels in 70 of 77 provinces, and Greater Bangkok bearing the brunt of the toxic haze.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349481-toxic-air-crisis-70-provinces-choked-by-dangerous-dust-levels/

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Cyber police arrest Suphan Buri woman for call centre scam

By Bright Choomanee

 

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Cyber police arrested a 32 year old woman from Suphan Buri for her involvement with a call centre scam that targeted a grandmother and her grandson.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349482-cyber-police-arrest-suphan-buri-woman-for-call-centre-scam/

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Factory worker assaulted by ex-colleague in Rayong street attack

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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A 29 year old factory worker filed a complaint with Pluak Daeng Police Station in Rayong province yesterday, January 20 at 5pm, after being assaulted by a former colleague on a street. The ex-colleague was previously dismissed from their workplace.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349484-factory-worker-assaulted-by-ex-colleague-in-rayong-street-attack/

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Treasure game chaos: Chiang Mai teens warned to stay out

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Chiang Mai police issued a stern warning to teenagers playing the Jagat Coin treasure-hunting game after reports of property damage and safety risks surfaced. The popular app, developed in Indonesia, has caused disturbances in the northern province, prompting law enforcement to caution players against trespassing on private property.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349485-treasure-game-chaos-chiang-mai-teens-warned-to-stay-out/

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Thai FDA Warns Against Unapproved Smart Health Devices

 

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The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a stern warning against using Smartwatches and Smart rings for blood sugar monitoring. Leutchai Lerwut, the FDA’s Deputy Secretary-General, cautioned that these gadgets, though marketed as capable of measuring blood sugar, have not been scientifically validated.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349488-thai-fda-warns-against-unapproved-smart-health-devices/

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Thai Durian Exports Resume After Passing Safety Inspections

 

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Thailand has resumed durian exports to China after ensuring the fruit is free of hazardous Basic Yellow 2 and cadmium contamination. In light of China's recent stringent import regulations, Deputy Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Itthi Sirilattayakorn revealed at the Nakhon Phanom border checkpoint efforts to align with Agriculture Minister Narumon Pinyosinwat’s policy. This initiative focuses on providing safe, high-quality fruit for both domestic and international consumers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349490-thai-durian-exports-resume-after-passing-safety-inspections/

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Rare Pink-Furred Dholes Discovered in Thailand's Kaeng Krachan Park

 

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In an intriguing wildlife find, camera traps in Thailand's Kaeng Krachan National Park have captured rare images of dholes, or Asiatic wild dogs, with an unusual pinkish fur. The discovery, made in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Thailand, has thrilled wildlife enthusiasts as these images depict dholes with a striking deviation from their typical reddish-brown coats.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349491-rare-pink-furred-dholes-discovered-in-thailands-kaeng-krachan-park/

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Woman Shares Debt Drama as Friend Lives Lavishly Without Repayment

 

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A woman took to social media yesterday, detailing her anguish over an unpaid loan she extended to a friend nearly three years ago. The sum, a hefty 880,000 baht, was meant to save her friend's home from financial ruin. Yet as time lapsed, her friend opened a thriving produce market, leaving the woman to manage a high-interest loan on her own.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349492-woman-shares-debt-drama-as-friend-lives-lavishly-without-repayment/

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Bangkok Man Wins 40 Million Baht GSB Bond Jackpot, Tax-Free

 

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In a stroke of luck that has caught the attention of Bangkok residents, Danai, a local man, has become the fortunate winner of a massive 40 million baht jackpot from a special one-year digital Government Savings Bank (GSB) bond. The news comes as a delightful shock, marking a life-changing moment for one of GSB’s customers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349493-bangkok-man-wins-40-million-baht-gsb-bond-jackpot-tax-free/