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Khon Kaen: 4 year old girl has close brush with child abductor

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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A warning has emerged in Khon Kaen regarding an alleged child abduction gang after a mother recounted an incident involving her four year old daughter nearly being taken by a stranger. Police have confirmed that no missing child cases have been reported.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349584-khon-kaen-4-year-old-girl-has-close-brush-with-child-abductor/

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Family demands justice after cyclist’s death in Chiang Rai

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Dailynews

 

A family is seeking accountability after a 33 year old coffee shop owner and award-winning barista, was fatally struck by a car while cycling with friends in Chiang Rai on October 9 last year. The driver was revealed to be a school director from Chiang Saen district, who has yet to take responsibility for the incident despite previous mediation attempts through a prosecutor.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349585-family-demands-justice-after-cyclist’s-death-in-chiang-rai/

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Russian tourist attacked in Pattaya over livestream mix-up

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod English

 

A Russian tourist’s harmless social media livestream took a violent turn on Pattaya Beach when a local woman, mistakenly believing she was being filmed, assaulted him in a dramatic scene outside the Pattaya City Police Station.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349587-russian-tourist-attacked-in-pattaya-over-livestream-mix-up/

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Thai MP Denies Loan Shark Allegations Amid Scandal

 

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In a fresh twist to Thailand's political scene, Klathum MP 'Pi Lick' has been embroiled in controversial allegations this week, accused of being involved in loan shark operations. Pi, known for his ties with former Palang Pracharath heavyweight Thammanat Prompao, has come forward vehemently denying any such involvement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349590-thai-mp-denies-loan-shark-allegations-amid-scandal/

 

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Thai sedan driver arrested for intentionally hitting and killing motorcyclist

By Petch Petpailin

 

 

A Thai sedan car driver hit and killed an app-based motorcycle rider following a traffic dispute on Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349500-delivery-rider-killed-in-road-rage-incident-involving-indian-driver-on-sukhumvit-road/#findComment-19531879

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Thai driver released on 600,000 baht bail after killing motorcyclist

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Matichon

 

The Bangkok South Criminal Court released a Thai sedan driver on bail set at 600,000 baht this afternoon after he intentionally hit and killed a motorcyclist on Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349500-delivery-rider-killed-in-road-rage-incident-involving-indian-driver-on-sukhumvit-road/#findComment-19531909

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Thai pickup driver assaults university student over roundabout dispute

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Chiang Mai News

 

A Thai pickup driver physically assaulted a university student in the northern province of Chiang Rai because the student stopped his motorcycle to allow vehicles in the roundabout to pass first.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349591-thai-pickup-driver-assaults-university-student-over-roundabout-dispute/

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Thai woman and daughter flee after death threat by mentally ill man

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via One 31

 

A Thai woman and her daughter faced death threats from a man with a mental illness in the Isaan province of Buriram after she rejected his advances.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349592-thai-woman-and-daughter-flee-after-death-threat-by-mentally-ill-man/

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Bangkok: Blind woman sexually harassed by cousin seeks help

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A blind woman has sought help from Panadda Wongphudee, president of the Foundation for Good Deeds after enduring a month-long ordeal of alleged sexual harassment by her cousin.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349593-bangkok-blind-woman-sexually-harassed-by-cousin-seeks-help/

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Chinese man left blind after brutal assault by fellow countrymen

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ บิ๊กเกรียน

 

A group of over 10 Chinese nationals brutally assaulted a fellow countryman outside the victim’s nightclub in Pattaya in September last year, leaving him blind and causing 2 million baht loss.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349594-chinese-man-left-blind-after-brutal-assault-by-fellow-countrymen/

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Court Rejects Government's Bid to Control Thai Airways Recovery

 

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In a decisive hearing, the Central Bankruptcy Court has dismissed the Ministry of Finance's proposal to increase oversight on Thai Airways' rehabilitation plan, favouring the effective progress made by the current management team. The ministry had sought to appoint two additional administrators to the airline's recovery process, potentially increasing governmental influence. However, the court rejected this move, viewing it as unnecessary given the administrators' demonstrated success in steering the airline towards stability.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349595-court-rejects-governments-bid-to-control-thai-airways-recovery/

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Thai National in South Korea Wins Nearly 100 Million Baht Lottery

 

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In an extraordinary stroke of luck, a Thai national living in South Korea has hit the jackpot, winning a lottery prize worth an impressive 4,066,375,179 South Korean won, equivalent to approximately 96 million baht. The winner, based in Paju, Gyeonggi province, recently returned to Thailand after securing this life-changing amount.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349596-thai-national-in-south-korea-wins-nearly-100-million-baht-lottery/

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Thai Police Deny Plans to Deport Uyghurs to China Amid Criticism

 

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The Royal Thai Police have firmly denied claims made by human rights organisations that they intend to deport 48 Uyghur men to China. This group, escaping alleged persecution in China’s Xinjiang province since 2014, remains in Thai custody. Concerns for their safety prompted Human Rights Watch to urge Thailand against deportation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349597-thai-police-deny-plans-to-deport-uyghurs-to-china-amid-criticism/

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Teacher in Phitsanulok Charged with Assault on 13-Year-Old Student

 

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In Phitsanulok, a teacher stands accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl over several months within the school's art classroom. The alleged misconduct spanned from July to June of last year, culminating in rape. The victim's parents filed a police complaint and sought media attention to press the Ministry of Education for swift action.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349598-teacher-in-phitsanulok-charged-with-assault-on-13-year-old-student/

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Chiang Rai Balloon Festival 2025 to Light Up Valentine's Day

 

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Chiang Rai is set to dazzle as the skies fill with vibrant hot air balloons during the Singha Park Chiang Rai International Balloon Fiesta 2025. From 13 to 17 February, 30 balloons from 13 countries will grace the skies, marking the return of the region’s much-loved festival, which began in 2016.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349601-chiang-rai-balloon-festival-2025-to-light-up-valentines-day/

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Love Wins: Bangkok Celebrates First Day of Equal Marriage Says "I Do

 

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Starting tomorrow, Bangkok will make history as the Marriage Equality Bill comes into effect, allowing equal marriage registrations for all couples across the city's 50 districts. This landmark legislation has been embraced with a celebratory spirit, with districts preparing to mark the occasion with festivities and special events.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349603-love-wins-bangkok-celebrates-first-day-of-equal-marriage-says-i-do/