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Thailand Urged to Investigate Criminal Use of Satellite Internet

 

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A Thai parliament member has urged the government to establish a working group to investigate the potential criminal misuse of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity. This comes amid concerns that call centre gangs operating on Thailand's borders might exploit satellite internet to sustain their illegal activities.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1351993-thailand-urged-to-investigate-criminal-use-of-satellite-internet/

 

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Burapa Bike Week: Bikers Parade Through Pattaya's Streets

 

Picture courtesy: Pattaya Mail

 

On February 15th, a spectacular parade of bikers flooded through Pattaya Beach, energizing the city and marking the beginning of the 28th Burapa Pattaya Bike Week under the theme “The Way of Life Never War.” This annual celebration brings together motorcycle enthusiasts from all walks of life, promoting camaraderie, safety, and a shared passion for biking.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1351998-burapa-bike-week-bikers-parade-through-pattayas-streets/

 

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Fake Electricity Authority Call Center Scams Victim for 1 Million Baht

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

In Sakhon Nakhon, a man was conned out of over 1 million baht by scammers pretending to be electricity officials. The perpetrators tricked him into clicking a link and facial scanning, causing his life savings to vanish.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1351999-fake-electricity-authority-call-center-scams-victim-for-1-million-baht/

 

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Motorway Mayhem: 12 Cars Crash in Bangkok-Chonburi Race

 

Picture courtesy: AMARIN TV

 

A car race on the Bangkok-Chonburi motorway ended in chaos as twelve vehicles were involved in a massive pile-up.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352000-motorway-mayhem-12-cars-crash-in-bangkok-chonburi-race/

 

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Vehicle Plunges into the Sea at Map Ta Phut Pier, Search for Missing Driver

 

A rescue operation took place overnight, at Map Ta Phut Pier after a pick-up truck plunged into the sea at 23.30 on 16 February. The driver is believed to have been inside the vehicle when it sank, and emergency teams have worked all night, to locate both the missing person and the submerged truck.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352001-vehicle-plunges-into-the-sea-at-map-ta-phut-pier-search-for-missing-driver/

 

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Chinese Driver Crashes SUV into Thai Home, Injures Two

 

Photo via YouTube/ GMM25Thailand

 

In an unsettling incident over the weekend, a Chinese driver collided his SUV into a rental home in Thailand's Prachin Buri province, leaving two occupants injured. This shocking event took place at approximately 9:30 pm on Saturday, February 15, in the district of Kabin Buri.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352005-chinese-driver-crashes-suv-into-thai-home-injures-two/

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Car Crashes into Lorry and Bursts into Flames, Killing Driver in Nakhon Ratchasima

 

An incident in the early hours of the morning of 17 February, claimed the life of a driver when a car crashed into the back of a 10-wheel lorry carrying paper, causing the vehicle to burst into flames.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352006-car-crashes-into-lorry-and-bursts-into-flames-killing-driver-in-nakhon-ratchasima/

 

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Siriraj Hospital Treats 300kg Woman for Severe Obesity and Breathing Difficulties

A 36-year-old woman weighing over 300kg has been admitted to Siriraj Hospital for urgent medical care on 16 February, after experiencing severe breathing difficulties. A specialist medical team from the hospital’s Obesity Care Centre has been assembled to assess her condition and determine the best course of treatment

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352011-siriraj-hospital-treats-300kg-woman-for-severe-obesity-and-breathing-difficulties/

 

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Four Illegal Workers Arrested in Naklua

 

Picture courtesy: The Pattaya News

 

Banglamung Police have arrested four foreign workers residing illegally behind Naklua New Market in Chonburi province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352018-four-illegal-workers-arrested-in-naklua/

 

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Thai Airways Bangkok-Singapore Flight Returns Due to Unexpected Technical Problems

 

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A THAI Airways International flight headed to Singapore from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport experienced unexpected technical problems, causing an unscheduled return to Thailand. The incident unfolded last night, as reported by Amarin TV.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352021-thai-airways-bangkok-singapore-flight-returns-due-to-unexpected-technical-problems/

 

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UPDATE
Police Officer Suspended After Smuggling Cigarettes in Major Scandal

A police officer from the Second Regional Police Division has been suspended from the force following his involvement in a major illegal cigarette smuggling operation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1351980-police-pickup-crashes-into-streetlight-revealing-large-haul-of-smuggled-cigarettes/#findComment-19594216

 

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UPDATE
Driver Identified in Fatal Mercedes-Benz Crash in Nakhon Ratchasima

Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal car crash that occurred in the early hours of 17 February in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. The incident took place at approximately 04:40, on Mittraphap Road, just before the elevated bridge at the Sam Yaek Pak Thong Chai intersection, heading out of the city.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352006-car-crashes-into-lorry-and-bursts-into-flames-killing-driver-in-nakhon-ratchasima/#findComment-19594107

 

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Thailand Moves Toward Cheaper, Smarter Transit System

 

SRT's Red Line train, currently under the 20-baht fare cap programme | Photo via Pattaya Mail

 

Thailand's Common Ticketing System Management Bill is set to revolutionize public transportation by introducing a single ticket for various transit modes, ultimately reducing commuter costs. In a public hearing organized by the Thailand Consumers Council, Jiraroth Sukolrat from the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning highlighted the bill's goals of streamlining ticketing processes and ensuring fair pricing for commuters.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352033-thailand-moves-toward-cheaper-smarter-transit-system/

 

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Electric Shock Scare Puts Thai League Safety in Spotlight

 

Picture courtesy of Voetbalprimeur

 

Suphanburi FC striker Uker van Lingen had an electrifying experience that was far from expected. During a routine post-match interview, he was shocked—literally—when a live voltage turned his momentous performance into a safety scare.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352035-electric-shock-scare-puts-thai-league-safety-in-spotlight/

 

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Concert Outrage: Man Caught Filming Under Skirts in Bangkok

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 26-year-old man from Udon Thani was detained at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok on February 16 for allegedly trying to secretly film under a female concertgoer's skirt. The incident occurred during a large concert that attracted numerous Thai and international guests, including many Chinese tourists.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352036-concert-outrage-man-caught-filming-under-skirts-in-bangkok/

 

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Lost Treasure: Elderly Man's Gold Found After Taxi Journey in Bangkok

 

Two of the recovered jewellery | Photo via KhaoSod

 

In a remarkable turn of events yesterday in Bangkok, an elderly local man's heart-stopping scare ended happily as four pieces of ancient gold jewellery, forgotten in a taxi, were recovered thanks to the swift actions of local police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352037-lost-treasure-elderly-mans-gold-found-after-taxi-journey-in-bangkok/

 

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Elderly Monk Arrested in Fatal Stabbing of Temple's Abbot

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a shocking incident that has gripped the peaceful community of Chumphon province, an 87-year-old monk has been arrested for the violent stabbing of a 94-year-old abbot, resulting in the latter's death. The tragic event unfolded at around 7:30 PM yesterday at a temple in the Mueang district, leaving residents stunned.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352038-elderly-monk-arrested-in-fatal-stabbing-of-temples-abbot/

 

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Thailand Faces Severe Air Pollution Crisis as PM2.5 Levels Soar

 

Picture courtesy of Thai Health

 

Northern and northeastern Thailand are grappling with a significant air pollution crisis, as hazardous PM2.5 levels have surpassed safety standards in 42 provinces. With deteriorating air quality expected to worsen from 18th to 24th February, especially in the north, concerns are mounting.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352041-thailand-faces-severe-air-pollution-crisis-as-pm25-levels-soar/

 

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Thailand's Towering Buffalo Crowns Guinness World Records

 

Picture courtesy of Guinness World Records

 

In the serene fields of Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, an unassuming champion has risen. Meet King Kong, a massive water buffalo who has claimed the title of the world's tallest buffalo, according to Guinness World Records.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352042-thailands-towering-buffalo-crowns-guinness-world-records/

 

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Thailand's Content Boom: 3 Million Digital Creators Emerge

 

Picture courtesy of Daily Vanity

 

Thailand is witnessing a remarkable surge in the number of digital content creators, poised to reach an impressive 3 million this year. This significant increase from 2 million just last year highlights an emerging shift in how the nation engages with media and advertising.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352043-thailands-content-boom-3-million-digital-creators-emerge/

 

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Thailand Faces Surge in Influenza: 100,000 Cases, 9 Deaths

 

Picture courtesy of CDC, Unsplash

 

Thailand is grappling with a serious influenza outbreak, having witnessed nearly 100,000 infections alongside nine fatalities in just 15 days. The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed this alarming increase, underlining schools as significant hotspots. In response, the government is mobilising efforts, including the distribution of 4.5 million vaccine doses, to curb further spread.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352044-thailand-faces-surge-in-influenza-100000-cases-9-deaths/

 

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Thailand Eyes Senior Tourists for '25, Aiming for 40 Million Visitors

 

 

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Thailand is setting its sights on retirees and other older tourists as part of a robust plan to attract 40 million international visitors by 2025. This initiative is part of the "Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism & Sports" campaign, anticipated to yield at least 3 trillion baht in revenue. With a focus on enhancing Thailand’s global reputation through exciting events and improved tourist infrastructure, the effort seeks to elevate the nation's status as a premier destination.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352045-thailand-eyes-senior-tourists-for-25-aiming-for-40-million-visitors/

 

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Frenchman Arrested in Phuket for Illegal Laughing Gas Sales

 

Photo via Facebook/ สถานีตำรวจภูธร ป่าตอง Patong Police Station

 

A 30-year-old French national was arrested yesterday in Phuket's Patong sub-district for illegal sales of nitrous oxide. The arrest followed an undercover sting by officers from Patong Police Station, who posed as buyers to catch the suspect selling laughing gas.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352047-frenchman-arrested-in-phuket-for-illegal-laughing-gas-sales/

 

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Thai Couple Arrested for Child Pornography with Their Own Son

 

Photo via Amarin TV

 

In a shocking turn of events, a Thai couple from Phetchabun has been arrested for creating and selling pornography featuring themselves and their 10-year-old son. Initially, police from the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Division discovered child pornography on a website and a LINE group chat, sparking an investigation that identified the perpetrators behind these despicable acts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352048-thai-couple-arrested-for-child-pornography-with-their-own-son/

 

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Chinese Scam Gang Arrested in Yala for Robbing Elderly Thai Woman

 

Photo via Facebook/ YalaToDay ยะลาทูเดย์

 

In a gripping tale of deceit, five Chinese nationals were arrested in Yala province after allegedly swindling an elderly Thai woman out of a substantial sum. The 71-year-old victim, Jiraporn, reported being duped by the group on February 12, losing 800,000 baht in gold and 150,000 baht in cash.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352049-chinese-scam-gang-arrested-in-yala-for-robbing-elderly-thai-woman/

 

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Cockpit Crack Forces Thai Airways Flight Return; All Safe

 

Picture of Thai Airways cracked broken cockpit window courtesy of The Daily Mail

 

Thai Airways demonstrated its commitment to passenger safety as a flight from Bangkok to Singapore was rerouted due to a cracked cockpit window, ensuring travellers arrived safely after a swift aircraft swap.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352021-thai-airways-bangkok-singapore-flight-returns-due-to-unexpected-technical-problems/#findComment-19594705

 

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Manhunt Underway After Knife Attack in Kalasin Leaves Four Injured

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a chilling incident at Hua Tum village, Kalasin province, four individuals sustained injuries following a knife assault reportedly carried out by a man identified as Prasit. The incident unfolded yesterday evening, on February 16, when Prasit allegedly attacked his wife, Nantida, and her relatives.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352052-manhunt-underway-after-knife-attack-in-kalasin-leaves-four-injured/

 

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Thailand's Unexpected Eco-Hero: Solvent Recycling Leads Way

 

Picture courtesy of Solvent Waste management

 

In the bustling world of Thailand's electric vehicles (EVs), an unexpected saviour emerges - solvent recycling. As the production of zero-emission cars accelerates, solvents, vital in the manufacturing process, are being revitalised by Sun-up Recycling Co. This not only supports the automotive boom but also slashes carbon emissions significantly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352054-thailands-unexpected-eco-hero-solvent-recycling-leads-way/

 

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PM Paetongtarn Promises Solutions for Thale Noi's Water Woes

 

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn made a significant visit to Thale Noi in Phatthalung province on Monday. Amidst feeding water buffalo, she vowed to tackle issues of shallow water and aquatic weeds. This visit precedes the first official off-site cabinet meeting of 2025, which takes place at Prince of Songkla University in Hat Yai, Songkhla.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352055-pm-paetongtarn-promises-solutions-for-thale-nois-water-woes/

 

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Nissan Consolidates Thai Plants, Clarifies No Closure Plans

 

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In a strategic move, Nissan has clarified its stance on its global plant restructuring, confirming that its operations in Thailand will remain unaffected by closures. Instead, the carmaker will enhance operational efficiency by consolidating production lines in the country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352056-nissan-consolidates-thai-plants-clarifies-no-closure-plans/