Teen tragically shot near Surat Thani health centre

By Bright Choomanee

 

 

An 18 year old man was shot near a health centre in Surat Thani province, shocking his mother, who had recently spoken with him. Friends reported that the assailant drove a car against traffic, calling out to the victim before shooting him.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350005-teen-tragically-shot-near-surat-thani-health-centre/

Bangkok taxi driver flees after attempted assault on passenger

By Ryan Turner

 

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A woman found herself in an unknown room after taking a taxi ride home, where the driver allegedly attempted to assault her. The incident occurred on January 26, when the woman, who had been drinking with friends in the Ratchaprasong area, took a Toyota taxi to return to her condominium.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350008-bangkok-taxi-driver-flees-after-attempted-assault-on-passenger/

Man denies identity after alleged misconduct in Nonthaburi shop

By Bright Choomanee

 

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A man accused of inappropriate behaviour towards a 12 year old girl and her friend in a convenience store in Nonthaburi has refused to provide personal details or fingerprints.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350010-man-denies-identity-after-alleged-misconduct-in-nonthaburi-shop/

Thai school director faces licence revocation over drug charges

By Bright Choomanee

 

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The Secretary-General of the Teachers Council of Thailand has announced plans to revoke the professional licence of a school director arrested for drug trafficking.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350012-thai-school-director-faces-licence-revocation-over-drug-charges/

Operation Dragon Slayer: Police Raids Target Chinese Crime-Linked Villas

 

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Police in Chon Buri province have launched a series of raids, targeting luxurious villas suspecting connections to Chinese criminal enterprises. These dramatic developments are part of a wider operation dubbed "Dragon Slayer," aimed at cracking down on illegal Chinese investments in Thailand's tourism sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350013-operation-dragon-slayer-police-raids-target-chinese-crime-linked-villas/

 

Foreign motorcyclist leaves 4,000 baht for injured Phuket man, then flees

By Petch Petpailin

 

The foreigner's rental motorcycle. | Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Times ภูเก็ตไทม์

 

A Thai mother is calling for justice after a foreign motorcyclist collided with her son’s motorcycle on a road in Phuket and fled the scene, leaving only 4,000 baht in compensation. The Thai victim sustained injuries, and his motorcycle was damaged in the incident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350014-foreign-motorcyclist-leaves-4000-baht-for-injured-phuket-man-then-flees/

Thailand Urges Local Action Against Alarming PM2.5 Pollution Crisis

 

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Thailand is striving to tackle severe PM2.5 air pollution, with the National Health Security Office (NHSO) taking decisive action by urging local administrative bodies, including those in Bangkok, to mobilise resources. The NHSO has encouraged these organisations to utilise their local health security funds to combat the pollution, specifically recommending the purchase of protective masks for vulnerable populations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350016-thailand-urges-local-action-against-alarming-pm25-pollution-crisis/

Thailand Gears Up to Welcome 770,000 Chinese Visitors During Lunar New Year

 

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Thailand is gearing up for an influx of approximately 770,000 Chinese visitors during the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations, a notable increase of 22.6% from last year. The period from January 24 to February 2 is set to see crowded airports and bustling city streets, with the Thai government taking significant measures to manage the increased tourism.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350019-thailand-gears-up-to-welcome-770000-chinese-visitors-during-lunar-new-year/

Thailand Boosts Transgender Health with 145.63 Million Baht Hormone Initiative

 

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The Public Health Ministry in Thailand has devoted 145.63 million baht (US$4.32 million) to provide hormone medication for 200,000 transgender citizens. This initiative by the National Health Security Office aligns with the government’s commitment to marriage equality, ensuring both the physical and mental well-being of sexually diverse communities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350020-thailand-boosts-transgender-health-with-14563-million-baht-hormone-initiative/

Forest Fire Scorches Over 2,000 Rai on Phu Lam Yai Mountain

 

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Nakhon Ratchasima officials are working tirelessly after a massive forest fire on Phu Lam Yai Mountain damaged over 2,000 rai of land. Aerial images highlight the extent of charred tree damage in the region.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350021-forest-fire-scorches-over-2000-rai-on-phu-lam-yai-mountain/

New Hotel Act targets 500 unlicensed Thai hotels

By Ryan Turner

 

Drone photography of Centre Point Hotel Silom | Photo via Saad Ibrahem/Pexels

 

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is set to propose a new Hotel Act specifically for small and medium-sized hotels, with the aim of registering over 500 unlicensed accommodations that currently cannot participate in the existing system.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350022-new-hotel-act-targets-500-unlicensed-thai-hotels/

Thai Bolt driver fakes heroic tale for social media fame

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ อีซ้อขยี้แหลก

 

A Thai Bolt driver issued an apology after faking and sharing a heartwarming story about himself and an imaginary intoxicated passenger on social media in a bid to gain attention and be seen as a hero.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350023-thai-bolt-driver-fakes-heroic-tale-for-social-media-fame/

Dutchman offers help for Thai cat injured by harpoon in Buriram

By Petch Petpailin

 

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A Dutch man expressed concern over a Thai cat in the Isaan province of Buriram that was severely injured with a harpoon. He also attempted to provide financial support to the animal and its owner.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350025-dutchman-offers-help-for-thai-cat-injured-by-harpoon-in-buriram/

Thailand Air Force Chooses Gripen Jets Over F-16s for Better Benefits

 

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The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has announced its decision to purchase Swedish Gripen jets instead of the US-made F-16 aircraft, citing greater benefits for Thailand. This decision, revealed by Air Chief Marshal Punpakdee Pattanakul, aims to replace the ageing F-16 jets currently stationed at Wing 1 in Nakhon Ratchasima.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350026-thailand-air-force-chooses-gripen-jets-over-f-16s-for-better-benefits/

Nationwide Face Mask Distribution Begins to Combat Air Pollution

 

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Starting tomorrow, the Ministry of Public Health will begin distributing over 8 million face masks across the country to tackle harmful PM 2.5 dust pollution. Vulnerable groups, including the elderly and those in high-risk areas, known as orange and red zones, can collect masks from public hospitals and health offices. Each person is eligible to receive one mask per day for up to seven days.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350028-nationwide-face-mask-distribution-begins-to-combat-air-pollution/

Foul play suspected in death of Thai intern in Japan

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ Kiattisak Somniyam

 

The family of a missing Thai student intern is calling for further investigation into his death, suspecting foul play after his body was discovered in a Thai restaurant in Japan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350029-foul-play-suspected-in-death-of-thai-intern-in-japan/

Thailand's Exports Hit Record High, Tourism Set for Lunar New Year

 

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Thailand's export sector soared to a new high in 2024, reaching a staggering $300.5 billion, marking a 5.4% rise from the previous year. December alone saw an impressive growth of 8.7%, marking the sixth straight month of expansion. This record was achieved largely thanks to strong demand from key markets like the US, China, Japan, and the EU, as well as emerging areas such as South Asia, the Middle East, and Russia.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350030-thailands-exports-hit-record-high-tourism-set-for-lunar-new-year/

Police Arrest 25 in Bangkok, Seize Weapons in School Violence

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Between January 20th and 26th, the Metropolitan Police arrested 25 youths, mostly students, and seized a large cache of weapons during raids across nine locations in Bangkok. The confiscated items included 11 home-made pistols, 8 pen guns, ammunition, and 35 knives.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350031-police-arrest-25-in-bangkok-seize-weapons-in-school-violence/

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