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Thai airline flight makes emergency landing in Phuket

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Koh Planner

 

Passengers on a Thai airline flight endured terrifying, life-threatening moments yesterday when their aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing at Phuket International Airport due to engine failure.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350433-thai-airline-flight-makes-emergency-landing-in-phuket/

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Phuket booze ban begins as election showdown heats up

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Phuket News

 

Thailand’s nationwide alcohol ban kicks in at 6pm today, leaving Phuket tourists dry for 24 hours as the country gears up for the Provincial Administration Organisation (PAO) elections tomorrow, February 1.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350434-phuket-booze-ban-begins-as-election-showdown-heats-up/

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Drunken tourists attack Bolt driver in Pattaya over ‘silent treatment’

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

A ride-hailing driver in Pattaya was left bruised and battered after a group of drunken tourists attacked him for refusing to engage in conversation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350435-drunken-tourists-attack-bolt-driver-in-pattaya-over-‘silent-treatment’/

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Drunk Thai woman crashes pickup into 11 parked vehicles in Pattaya

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via 77 Kaoded

 

A drunk Thai woman crashed her pickup into 11 parked vehicles on Pattaya Sai Sam Road in the early hours of this morning. Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350437-drunk-thai-woman-crashes-pickup-into-11-parked-vehicles-in-pattaya/

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Thai woman fakes kidnapping and miscarriage for attention

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Amarin TV

 

A fake Thai nurse in the central province of Ayutthaya yesterday fabricated her pregnancy, kidnapping, brutal assault, and miscarriage to gain her husband’s attention. The husband had only just discovered that she was not a member of the medical profession but merely dressed in a nurse’s uniform.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350438-thai-woman-fakes-kidnapping-and-miscarriage-for-attention/

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Thai lawyer Sittra charged in 111m baht fraud case

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Office of the Attorney-General (OAG) has charged prominent lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd, known as Lawyer Tam, and six others in a fraud case involving Jatuporn Ubonlert, also known as Madame Oy. The court ordered them to repay 111 million baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350440-thai-lawyer-sittra-charged-in-111m-baht-fraud-case/

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Thaksin Granted Court Permission to Visit Malaysia

 

File photo courtesy Spring News

 

In a notable court decision today, January 31, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra received approval to travel to Malaysia this coming weekend, despite being embroiled in a lese majeste case.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350441-thaksin-granted-court-permission-to-visit-malaysia/

 

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Pattaya's Tourism Surge: 40 Billion Baht Investment on the Horizon

 

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Pattaya is on track to become a global tourist hotspot, with a significant 40 billion baht investment aimed at boosting its hospitality and attractions. Asset World Corporation (AWC) is leading the way, as CEO Wallaya Traisorat announced on January 29, the opening of the new Meliá Pattaya Hotel. The 234-room hotel, with an investment of over 2 billion baht, is tailored for workcationers, digital nomads, MICE visitors, lifestyle seekers, and luxury tourists.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350443-pattayas-tourism-surge-40-billion-baht-investment-on-the-horizon/

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Thailand Targets Boost in Chinese Tourism Despite Challenges

 

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Thailand is stepping up its game to attract more Chinese tourists by increasing charter flights from China's smaller cities and rolling out a significant domestic travel subsidy in June. Chuwit Sirivejkul of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reported that Thailand saw 22,000 to 24,000 Chinese tourists daily in January, reaching nearly 30,000 on January 28th during the Chinese New Year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350444-thailand-targets-boost-in-chinese-tourism-despite-challenges/

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Thai Minister Unites Communities in Fight Against Forest Fires

 

Photo: The Thaiger

 

Yesterday, Dr. Chalermchai Sri-on, Thailand's Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, bravely visited the forest fire hotspots in Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiang Mai. Joined by Jatuporn Buruspat, the ministry’s permanent secretary, Chalermchai boosted the spirits of firefighters and local communities working tirelessly to control these fires.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350445-thai-minister-unites-communities-in-fight-against-forest-fires/

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Monk Scandal Unveils Temple Shame in Surat Thani

 

Photo: The Thaiger

 

A shocking scandal has unfolded in Don Sak District, Surat Thani Province, as a once-respected monk sent indecent selfies to a laywoman, tarnishing the image of the Buddhist faith in Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350446-monk-scandal-unveils-temple-shame-in-surat-thani/

 

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Russian man rescued after car crashes into tree, suspected drugs found

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Channel 8

 

A Russian man crashed his sedan into a tree at the side of the road in the southern province of Phetchaburi, sustaining serious injuries. A packet of white powder, suspected to be a drug, was found in his possession.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350449-russian-man-rescued-after-car-crashes-into-tree-suspected-drugs-found/

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Thai senator’s death penalty drama stirs up capital debate

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via YouTube/ Senate Channel

 

A Thai senator sparked controversy after proposing a more severe punishment for drug offenders in a parliamentary session that drug suspects must face the death penalty, and their executions should be broadcast on free TV channels.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350451-thai-senator’s-death-penalty-drama-stirs-up-capital-debate/

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Phumtham dismisses refugee employment proposal as impractical

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of ประชาไท

 

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai expressed disapproval of Fair Party list MP Kannavee Suebsang‘s proposal to offer employment to refugees. Phumtham considers it impractical.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350452-phumtham-dismisses-refugee-employment-proposal-as-impractical/

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Hot sting: Thai child scalded by soup at Chon Buri restaurant

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A restaurant owner pledged to take responsibility and provide compensation after a five year old girl was scalded by hot soup at a popular eatery in Chon Buri.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350455-hot-sting-thai-child-scalded-by-soup-at-chon-buri-restaurant/

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Thai man allegedly kills 3 snakes before taking his own life

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via 77 Kaoded

 

A Thai man allegedly killed three pet snakes before taking his own life at a condominium in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, due to a conflict with a monk in the Isaan province of Nakhon Phanom.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350456-thai-man-allegedly-kills-3-snakes-before-taking-his-own-life/

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Man Arrested for Selling Meth Pills Packaged Like Snacks

 

Photo: Thai News Agency

 

A 47-year-old man, Mr. Rangsan, was detained after he devised a plan to package methamphetamine pills, known as yabaa, into small bags to sell like snacks. The arrest occurred in Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province, as police caught Mr. Rangsan trading drugs with a Cambodian buyer outside a worker camp.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350457-man-arrested-for-selling-meth-pills-packaged-like-snacks/

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Thaksin Urges Supporters to Vote in Crucial Chiang Mai Election

 

Photo: The Thaiger

 

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has issued a fervent plea for his supporters to cast their votes in the Provincial Administration Organisation (PAO) elections happening tomorrow in Chiang Mai. At a spirited rally on Thursday, the 75-year-old urged backing for Pichai Lertpongadisorn, the Pheu Thai candidate and current PAO president.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350458-thaksin-urges-supporters-to-vote-in-crucial-chiang-mai-election/