THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 5 February 2025

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British husband of the Thai ‘Lady of the Hills’ bailed - video

By Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of The Daily Mail

 

The British husband suspected of murdering his Thai wife over two decades ago has been released on bail.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350898-british-husband-of-the-thai-‘lady-of-the-hills’-bailed-video/

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Fatal pickup truck accident claims life in Chachoengsao

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In the early hours of today a pickup truck accident resulted in the death of the driver in Chachoengsao province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350899-fatal-pickup-truck-accident-claims-life-in-chachoengsao/

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Troublemaker arrested after assaulting elderly man in Nonthaburi

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Police in Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi province, yesterday apprehended a notorious troublemaker who had assaulted an elderly man, causing two fractures in his leg. The perpetrator, identified as 29 year old Tosapol, was found hiding in his home after the incident.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350900-troublemaker-arrested-after-assaulting-elderly-man-in-nonthaburi/

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Thai space device to join China’s Chang’e 7 lunar mission

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Saudi Gazette

 

A collaboration between the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and the China National Space Administration (CNSA) has been greenlit by the Cabinet, as announced by Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi. This partnership will see the development of a space environment monitoring device by Thai researchers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350901-thai-space-device-to-join-china’s-chang’e-7-lunar-mission/

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CH7HD joins forces with Columbia Pictures Aquaverse

By The Thaiger

 

Photo courtesy of CH7

 

CH7HD, Thailand’s leading television network, and Amazon Falls, the operator of Columbia Pictures Aquaverse, yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Studio 8, Building 7, CH7HD Headquarters.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350902-ch7hd-joins-forces-with-columbia-pictures-aquaverse/

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King cobra found in bathroom prompts urgent rescue in Thailand

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A homeowner, preparing to take a shower, was startled to find a king cobra over 3 metres long lurking in the bathroom. The incident, which occurred yesterday, February 4, prompted a swift call to emergency services for assistance.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350904-king-cobra-found-in-bathroom-prompts-urgent-rescue-in-thailand/

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Kalasin police probe mysterious death of man found burned

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Police Colonel of Kalasin province is leading an investigative team to unravel the passing of a 73 year old man who was found burned to death in his hut.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350905-kalasin-police-probe-mysterious-death-of-man-found-burned/

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Tunisian tourist tries to outrun Karon cops, chase ends in arrest

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Karon Police via The Phuket News

 

A reckless Tunisian tourist led Karon Police on a dramatic chase after blowing through a checkpoint along Karon Beach Road last night.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350907-tunisian-tourist-tries-to-outrun-karon-cops-chase-ends-in-arrest/

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Jealous Thai man smashes ex-wife’s car, writes vulgarities on it

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

A Thai man in Pattaya apologised to his ex-wife after smashing her car and writing vulgar words on the vehicle yesterday, February 4.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350908-jealous-thai-man-smashes-ex-wife’s-car-writes-vulgarities-on-it/

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Man arrested after girlfriend’s suspicious death in Chon Buri hospital

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of siamnews

 

A young man has been arrested after taking his dead girlfriend to a hospital, claiming she had slipped in the bathroom. Medical staff at the Laem Chabang Hospital in Chon Buri, however, found suspicious signs, including bruises on her body, face, and eyes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350909-man-arrested-after-girlfriend’s-suspicious-death-in-chon-buri-hospital/

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Tutor arrested for alleged sexual assaults in Pathum Thani

By Bright Choomanee

 

Picture courtesy of Thairath

 

A tutor has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting three female students, including an 18 year old who endured the abuse in hopes of entering a prestigious university. The police have filed severe charges and opposed bail, suspecting more victims.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350912-tutor-arrested-for-alleged-sexual-assaults-in-pathum-thani/

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Bangkok's New Bus Shelters Spark Controversy Over Design

 

Photo: The Thaiger

 

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is under fire for its recent bus shelter project, with critics claiming the shelters fail to shield commuters from Thailand's intense sun and rain. The BMA has introduced two shelter designs: a smaller one measuring 2.3 by 3 meters, housing three people, costs around 230,000 baht; and a larger model, 2.3 by 6 meters, seating six, priced at 320,000 baht.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350913-bangkoks-new-bus-shelters-spark-controversy-over-design/

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Bangkok Warns Residents as Air Pollution Reaches Dangerous Levels

 

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Bangkok officials have issued a warning about PM2.5 dust levels, which are set to reach dangerous levels from February 6 to 9. The average level reached 41.6 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³) yesterday—higher than the safe standard of 37.5 µg/m³ and affecting 36 districts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350915-bangkok-warns-residents-as-air-pollution-reaches-dangerous-levels/

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Man Arrested in Tak for Smuggling Gear to Myawaddy Call Centre

 

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A 54-year-old man has been apprehended in Tak province while attempting to smuggle computer equipment and surveillance cameras across the border to a notorious call centre gang in Myawaddy, Myanmar. The operation, which took place yesterday, was spearheaded by Police Lieutenant General Kittisak Durongkiboon alongside various enforcement teams.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350916-man-arrested-in-tak-for-smuggling-gear-to-myawaddy-call-centre/

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Tiger honours ‘force of nature’ mum who shaped his red-hot legacy

By Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of SBNation

 

Tiger Woods hailed his Thai-born mother a “force of nature” in a fitting tribute after announcing her death at the age of 80 late yesterday, adding the famous red shirt he wears at golf tournaments on Sundays was a nod to her Thai belief in red as his power colour.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350917-tiger-honours-‘force-of-nature’-mum-who-shaped-his-red-hot-legacy/

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Police Raid Pattaya Clubs in Crackdown on Illegal Activities

 

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Pattaya’s famous nightlife is under scrutiny as Tourist Police and Chon Buri Immigration officers launched surprise raids on entertainment venues on February 3. The operation, following the 5 Safe policy, sought to combat drugs, weapons, human trafficking, and illegal workers, ensuring safety for all.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350918-police-raid-pattaya-clubs-in-crackdown-on-illegal-activities/

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Phatthalung woman detains parents over 30 million baht

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 46 year old Thai woman accused her 50 year old sister of detaining their parents in a rented house for over three months.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350924-phatthalung-woman-detains-parents-over-30-million-baht/

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Over 27 tonnes of illegal drugs to be destroyed in ONCB crackdown

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Over 27 tonnes of illegal drugs are set to be destroyed tomorrow as part of drug eradication efforts by the Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350926-over-27-tonnes-of-illegal-drugs-to-be-destroyed-in-oncb-crackdown/

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Thai man throws ex-girlfriend down stairs, threatens to share explicit videos

By Petch Petpailin

 

The attacker | Photo via Facebook/ เจ๊ม้อย v+

 

In a shocking display of violence, a Thai man reportedly threw his girlfriend down a 1.7-metre stairwell outside her workplace in the eastern province of Rayong. Not content with this abhorrent act, he brazenly took to social media, offering explicit videos as a twisted bounty for any information on her whereabouts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350927-thai-man-throws-ex-girlfriend-down-stairs-threatens-to-share-explicit-videos/

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Thailand to Crack Down on 10 Illegal Loan Apps in Google, App Stores

 

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The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has unveiled an alarming discovery of 10 mobile applications providing personal loans illegally. It is now working vigorously to get these apps removed from the App Store and Google Play Store.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350928-thailand-to-crack-down-on-10-illegal-loan-apps-in-google-app-stores/

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Thailand Assures Public: No Coca-Cola Recall Here

 

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The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that Coca-Cola products recalled in Europe for high chlorate levels have not reached Thailand. Deputy Secretary-General Lertchai Lertwut highlighted that Thailand primarily imports these beverages from ASEAN countries like Laos and Singapore, which are not affected by the recall.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350929-thailand-assures-public-no-coca-cola-recall-here/

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