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South Korean man allegedly tricked into smuggling drugs from Phuket to France

by Petch Petpailin

A South Korean man narrowly avoided arrest after being tricked by a foreign man in Phuket into smuggling drugs from Thailand to France. He sought help from the Thai police just in time.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349985-south-korean-man-allegedly-tricked-into-smuggling-drugs-from-phuket-to-france/

 

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. 

 

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

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 Phuket Times

 

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/

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. 

 

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

Two Injured as Gas Delivery Truck and Sugarcane Lorry Collide in Phetchabun
 

 

At approximately 15:30 on 27 January, a collision between a gas delivery pickup truck and a sugarcane lorry caused chaos on the Saraburi-Lom Sak Road, outbound towards Bangkok, in front of a sugar factory in Moo 3, Nong Chaeng Subdistrict, Bueng Sam Phan District, Phetchabun Province.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350043-two-injured-as-gas-delivery-truck-and-sugarcane-lorry-collide-in-phetchabun/

 

Employee Shoots Boss Dead in Office Amid Workplace Dispute
 

 

A shocking incident unfolded at the Nan Provincial Land Reform Office on 27 January, when an employee shot his supervisor dead in the workplace. Another individual was critically injured in the violent outburst.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350044-employee-shoots-boss-dead-in-office-amid-workplace-dispute/

 

Uthai Thani: Woman Found Dead in Car, Husband Heartbroken
 

 

A heart-wrenching incident unfolded in the morning of 27 January, when a woman was found deceased in her car near Wang Romklao Dam in Uthai Thani. Her distraught husband discovered her body after searching the area she had previously mentioned in conversations.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350045- uthai-thani-woman-found-dead-in-car-husband-heartbroken/

 

Cyclist Killed in Collision with Timber Truck in Phetchaburi

 

 

A fatal collision occurred at approximately 07:35 in 27 January, near the entrance to Ban Nong Nae in Moo 2, Tambon Sa Phang, Khao Yoi District, Phetchaburi. The collision involved a timber truck and a cyclist, resulting in the death of the cyclist.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350047-cyclist-killed-in-collision-with-timber-truck-in-phetchaburi/

 

Mother Reports Drug-Crazed Son to Police After Violent Rampage
 

 

At approximately 9:00 PM on 26 January, Ms. Jaroenrat Juthet, 63, arrived at Banglamung Police Station in Chonburi to request assistance in arresting her son, Mr. Krit "Mui" Khoksap, 37, who had allegedly gone on a violent rampage at their home in Nong Plalai Subdistrict. According to Ms. Juthet, her son had consumed a large quantity of illegal drugs, leading to erratic behaviour, destruction of property, and threats to kill the family.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350048-mother-reports-drug-crazed-son-to-police-after-violent-rampage/

 

Border Patrol Officer Killed in Lorry Collision While on Duty in Tak Province
 

 

A Border Patrol Police officer, Sub-Lieutenant Phitakkiat Thaonoi, lost his life when a lorry carrying maize lost control and struck him while he was performing his duties at a checkpoint near the Thai- Myanmar border. The incident occurred at 21:30 on January 26, at Ban Mae Kut Sam Tha checkpoint in Mae Kasa Subdistrict, Mae Sot District, Tak.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350049-border-patrol-officer-killed-in-lorry-collision-while-on-duty-in-tak-province/

 

Thaksin's Hospital Suite Admission Reveals He Wasn't in Critical Condition

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

Pol. Gen. Sereepisuth Temeeyaves, head of the Thai Liberal Party, has voiced concerns regarding the circumstances of Thaksin Shinawatra's hospitalisation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350041-thaksins-hospital-suite-admission-reveals-he-wasnt-in-critical-condition/

Car Crashes After Tree Falls Due to Grass Fire in Suphan Buri
 

 

A fire started to clear roadside grass spread rapidly, igniting the base of a tree and causing it to fall into a road in Suphan Buri province. This resulted in a multi-vehicle crash involving three cars and left one person injured.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350051-car-crashes-after-tree-falls-due-to-grass-fire-in-suphan-buri/

 

Palang Pracharath Rejects Pheu Thai Government's Casino Proposal

 

Prawit Wongsuwan. File photo courtesy: Thai Rath

 

The Palang Pracharath Party, led by former Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan, has firmly opposed the Pheu Thai-led government's proposal to develop casinos as part of entertainment complex projects across Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350046-palang-pracharath-rejects-pheu-thai-governments-casino-proposal/

Four Militants Killed in Yala Security Operation
 

 

In a decisive operation in Krong Pinang District, Yala Province, four suspected militants were killed following a confrontation with security forces early morning of 27 January. Acting on a tip-off from local residents, the Joint Special Operations Unit of Yala launched a mission to investigate two houses in Ban Jarae Kadong, Moo 3, Huai Krathing Subdistrict, believed to be harbouring members of an insurgent group
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350052-four-militants-killed-in-yala-security-operation/

 

 

Patrol Officer Seriously Injured While Assisting Rider in Surat Thani Crash
 

 

Pol. Lt. Veerachat Seera, an investigator with the Mueang Surat Thani Police Station, received a report of a road crash involving a pickup truck and two motorcycles. The incident occurred on the bypass road in Makham Tia subdistrict, Surat Thani province. Emergency responders and rescue units were dispatched to the scene.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350053-patrol-officer-seriously-injured-while-assisting-rider-in-surat-thani-crash/

 

Thai Navy Seizes Vietnamese Boat Poaching Sea Cucumbers
 

 

The Royal Thai Navy’s Second Fleet intercepted a Vietnamese fishing vessel illegally harvesting sea cucumbers near the shore of Ranot District, Songkhla Province. This marks the third such arrest this month as poachers target marine resources amidst rough sea conditions, which make sea cucumbers easier to collect.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350055-thai-navy-seizes-vietnamese-boat-poaching-sea-cucumbers/

 

Lopburi Tourist Police Hand Out Masks to Combat 'PM2.5'

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

In response to the rising PM2.5 pollution levels affecting air quality, Tourist Police in Lopburi have taken proactive measures by distributing face masks to tourists as part of an initiative to combat the issue

 

Amidst concerns over harmful dust particles in the air, the Prime Minister has ordered an immediate collaborative effort to combat the pollution problem, directing multiple agencies, including law enforcement, to implement urgent measures. The national police chief has instated four strict measures to enforce laws that aim to reduce air pollution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350056-lopburi-tourist-police-hand-out-masks-to-combat-pm25/

 

Fire Again Engulfs Warehouse in Rayong’s Win Process Facility, Thick Smoke Lingers
 

 

A fire again broke out at the Win Process Co. Ltd. facility in Ban Nong Phawa, Bang But Subdistrict, Ban Khai District, Rayong, late on 27 January. Flames engulfed the warehouse, with smoke continuing to billow as firefighters worked to contain the blaze.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350057-fire-again-engulfs-warehouse-in-rayong’s-win-process-facility-thick-smoke-lingers/

 

Ranger Shoots Police Officer Dead in Pattani
 

 

A police officer from the Yarang Police Station in Pattani was fatally shot by a ranger wielding an M16 rifle in a shocking incident on the evening of 27 January.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350058-ranger-shoots-police-officer-dead-in-pattani/

 

Two Malaysian Tourists Die in Motorbike Crash on Rain- Soaked Road
 

 

Two Malaysian tourists lost their lives in a motorbike crash while travelling in heavy rain from Mae Hong Son to Malaysia. The incident occurred on Phetkasem Road in Bang Saphan Noi District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350059-two-malaysian-tourists-die-in-motorbike-crash-on-rain-soaked-road/

 

Thai PM to Address Cabinet on Urgent PM2.5 Pollution Measures

 

Commuters wear face masks to protect themselves from air pollution at a skytrain station in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

As Thailand grapples with escalating PM2.5 pollution, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will direct the cabinet on Tuesday to enhance efforts addressing this pressing environmental crisis. The looming haze, an issue stretching beyond national boundaries, demands immediate and unified action.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350066-thai-pm-to-address-cabinet-on-urgent-pm25-pollution-measures/

 

Thai hotel owner returns wedding ring lost 5 years ago to Norwegian guest
by Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai hotel owner kept her promise and returned a wedding ring to a Norwegian guest who had forgotten it at her hotel in the southern province of Krabi five years ago.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350073-thai-hotel-owner-returns-wedding-ring-lost-5-years-ago-to-norwegian-guest/

 

Fifteen arrested in Nakhon Ratchasima for land burning amid forest fire
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

A total of 15 people have been apprehended in Nakhon Ratchasima for burning agricultural land, contributing to a forest fire that destroyed 6,016 rai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350075-fifteen-arrested-in-nakhon-ratchasima-for-land-burning-amid-forest-fire/

 

Tourist brawl in Phuket sparks debate on visa policy (video)
by Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Speednews ภูเก็ต Facebook

A video depicting an altercation between Italian and Indian tourists in Phuket’s Patong area has sparked significant social media discussion. The incident, captured in a 1.04-minute clip shared by the Facebook page Speednews Phuket, occurred yesterday, January 27, at the end of Bangla Road, Kathu district, Phuket.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350078-tourist-brawl-in-phuket-sparks-debate-on-visa-policy-video/

 

British woman jailed after collecting debt from Thai millionaire
byPetch Petpailin Petch

 

Photo by Rachel Stallard via Daily Mail

A British woman accused a Thai millionaire of bribing police to have her jailed after she travelled from the UK to Thailand to collect an unpaid service fee of £30,000 (approximately 1.25 million baht) for her company.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350081-british-woman-jailed-after-collecting-debt-from-thai-millionaire/

 

Motorcycles Collision Leaves One Injured in Pattaya

 

 

Local emergency services were alerted at approximately 20.00 on 27 January, to a motorcycle accident on the railway road in the Nong Prue area of Bang Lamung, Chonburi, resulting in one injury.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350093-motorcycles-collision-leaves-one-injured-in-pattaya/

 

Fatal shooting at Nan land reform office leaves two dead

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon

 

In the office of the Nan Provincial Land Reform, a shooting incident resulted in one fatality and one critical injury. The event unfolded yesterday, January 27, when a disagreement escalated. Police Lieutenant Colonel Wanatpong Santiphongsathorn and Police Major Danuwat Kittiyos led a team to the scene after being notified.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350114-fatal-shooting-at-nan-land-reform-office-leaves-two-dead/

Khon Kaen fish dispute leads to fatal shooting

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A dispute over a fish led to a tragic incident in Khon Kaen, where a 63 year old man fatally shot his 41 year old nephew, following a disagreement about the fish being cooked without permission. The police have charged Sangha with intentional manslaughter.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350115-khon-kaen-fish-dispute-leads-to-fatal-shooting/

Rogue riders spark outrage as Phuket police face backlash

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Yutthaphong Nalak / Facebook via The Phuket News

 

Kamala Police are feeling the heat after a viral video exposed a group of foreign motorcyclists speeding past a checkpoint without stopping. The 1-minute-and-17-second clip, widely shared on platforms like Phuket Hod Jang’s Facebook page, shows reckless riders blatantly ignoring traffic officers on the Patong-Kamala Road.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350116-rogue-riders-spark-outrage-as-phuket-police-face-backlash/

Thai singer arrested for promoting online gambling

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Dailynews

 

Yesterday, January 27, cyber police apprehended a well-known singer with 200 million YouTube views for promoting online gambling. The 27 year old singer admitted to enticing others to engage in online gambling for monetary gain.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350117-thai-singer-arrested-for-promoting-online-gambling/