THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 25 February 2025

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Chinese Tourists Ditch Thailand! - Kidnap scandal sparks mass flight cancellations.

 

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Thailand's aspiration to lure nine million Chinese tourists this year faces a significant hurdle. Recent events, particularly the kidnapping of Chinese actor Wang Xing, have led to a surge in concerns about safety among potential Chinese visitors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352744-chinese-tourists-ditch-thailand-kidnap-scandal-sparks-mass-flight-cancellations/

 

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Bangkok Police Facebook Page Hacked with Explicit Content

 

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In an unexpected twist, the Bangkok Noi Metropolitan Police Station's Facebook page became the backdrop for a cybersecurity scandal this morning, showcasing explicit pornographic content instead of its usual updates. Followers were taken by surprise when the page, boasting over 2,000 followers, displayed around 18 indecent images and videos, marking a sharp deviation from its routine posts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352742-bangkok-polic

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Pai's Tourism Woes: Over 1,600 Foreigners Arrested in a Year

 

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In 2022, Pai district in Mae Hong Son saw the arrest of over 1,600 foreigners mostly for traffic and immigration violations. Among those detained, 13 were Israeli visitors for immigration infractions, according to local police reports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352753-pais-tourism-woes-over-1600-foreigners-arrested-in-a-year/x

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Suspicious Fire: Woman Claims 10 million in Cash Burned, Police Discover 6.5 million in Car
 

 

Police in Nonthaburi have seized 6.5 million baht in cash hidden in a vehicle, following a woman’s report that a fire at her home destroyed 10 million baht in cash. The case has raised multiple suspicions regarding the origin of the money and possible financial crimes.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352777-suspicious-fire-woman-claims-10-million-in-cash-burned-police-discover-65-million-in-car/

 

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Suspect Resists Arrest, Causes Police Vehicle to Crash into Pickup

A police patrol vehicle crashed into a pickup truck near Chulaphon Police Station in Nakhon Si Thammarat after a suspect resisted arrest while being transported to the station. The incident resulted in four injuries, including police officers and local residents.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352778-suspect-resists-arrest-causes-police-vehicle-to-crash-into-pickup/

 

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Man Arrested After Buying Stolen Motorbike for 1500 Baht, Caught Within a Month

 

A 40-year-old man who purchased a stolen motorbike for just 1,500 baht was arrested less than a month after acquiring it, following a police investigation.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352780-man-arrested-after-buying-stolen-motorbike-for-1500-baht-caught-within-a-month/

 

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Pick-up Truck Crash in Heavy Rain Claims One Life, Injures Three in Lampang
 

 

A pick-up truck travelling to Chiang Mai overturned in heavy rain, leaving one dead and three injured in Thoen district, Lampang province.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352781-pick-up-truck-crash-in-heavy-rain-claims-one-life-injures-three-in-lampang/

 

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Bank Staff Falls Down Lift Shaft in Pattaya

 

A 40-year-old bank cash transport employee suffered severe injuries after falling down a lift shaft at a well-known bank in Pattaya on February 23. The incident occurred at approximately 07:40 prompting a swift response from the Pattaya Emergency Rescue Foundation.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352783-bank-staff-falls-down-lift-shaft-in-pattaya/

 

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Road Crash Claims Life of Teacher Hurrying to Returning Home

 

A teacher lost her life in the early hours of 24th February after her car skidded on a wet road and crashed into the back of a lorry in Rayong province.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352784-road-crash-claims-life-of-teacher-hurrying-to-returning-home/

 

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Fire Destroys Three-Storey School Building in Ang Thong
 

 

A fierce fire broke out at Ang Thong Patthamarot Witthayakhom School in Mueang Ang Thong district in the early hours of the morning of 24 February, causing extensive damage to a three-storey building. Firefighters battled the blaze for over an hour and half, before bringing it under control.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352785-fire-destroys-three-storey-school-building-in-ang-thong/

 

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Renowned Writer Seriously Injured in Zebra Crossing Collision
 

 

A well-known writer has been left in a critical condition after being struck by a van while using a zebra crossing in Bangkok.

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352786-renowned-writer-seriously-injured-in-zebra-crossing-collision/

 

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Mystery Surrounds Death of 34-Year-Old Man in Fire Incident at Landfill Worker’s Quarters

 

Authorities are investigating the suspicious death of a 34-year-old man whose charred body was found in a workers’ accommodation near a landfill in the Kaset Sombun District of Chaiyaphum province. The deceased has been identified as Suwit, a local employee responsible for overseeing the landfill operations.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352788-mystery-surrounds-death-of-34-year-old-man-in-fire-incident-at-landfill-worker’s-quarters/

 

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Man Dies as Car Crashes into Tree and Bursts into Flames in Suphan Buri

 

 

A man lost his life when his car crashed into a tree and was engulfed in flames on the Malaiman Road in Suphan Buri province. Authorities suspect the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel before the collision.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352789-man-dies-as-car-crashes-into-tree-and-bursts-into-flames-in-suphan-buri/

 

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Worker Crushed to Death as Truck Rolls Forward in Samut Prakan

 

A 26-year-old worker was killed on 24 February, when a six-wheel truck rolled forward and trapped him against a support post inside a company’s truck parking area in Bang Pu Mai subdistrict, Mueang district.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352792-worker-crushed-to-death-as-truck-rolls-forward-in-samut-prakan/

 

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Chinese Investment Group Caught Stockpiling Hazardous Chemicals in Ayutthaya Warehouse

 

Authorities have uncovered a Chinese investment group illegally stockpiling a significant quantity of hazardous chemicals at a warehouse in Ayutthaya, sparking concerns over safety regulations and illegal storage practices.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352793-chinese-investment-group-caught-stockpiling-hazardous-chemicals-in-ayutthaya-warehouse/

 

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Eight Chinese Nationals Arrested at Phuket Construction Site for Working Illegally
 

Authorities in Phuket have arrested eight Chinese nationals at a construction site in Thalang district after they were found working illegally as contractors. The raid, which took place following a tip-off from a concerned citizen, led to a chaotic scene as some workers attempted to flee.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352794-eight-chinese-nationals-arrested-at-phuket-construction-site-for-working-illegally/

 

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Couple Arrested at Condo for Selling Illegal E-Cigarettes Online

 

A well-known bar host was arrested on 24 February, at his condominium in the Huai Khwang district of Bangkok after being caught illegally selling e-cigarettes and vaping liquids online. Police seized more than 2,000 items in the operation.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352797-couple-arrested-at-condo-for-selling-illegal-e-cigarettes-online/

 

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Thailand's Auto Output Drops 24.63% as Domestic Sales Falter

 

Picture courtesy: Thailand Business News

 

Thailand, a key player in Southeast Asia's automotive industry, has seen a sharp decline in car production, with a notable drop of 24.63% in January compared to the same period last year. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) revealed today that production numbers plummeted to 107,103 units in January, primarily due to weakening domestic sales and falling exports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352775-thailands-auto-output-drops-2463-as-domestic-sales-falter/

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Man Killed by Younger Brother in Drunken Dispute

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A family gathering turned deadly in Ban Dung district, Udon Thani, when a younger half brother fatally stabbed his elder sibling following a heated argument during a drinking session.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352798-man-killed-by-younger-brother-in-drunken-dispute/

 

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Thousands of Foreigners Trapped at Thai-Myanmar Border After Scam Busts

 

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Thousands of foreigners are stranded at the Thai-Myanmar border after a crackdown on scam centres operated by criminal gangs. This joint operation by authorities from China, Thailand, and Myanmar targeted illegal online operations, where victims were forced into online scams in unsanitary and often harrowing conditions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352776-thousands-of-foreigners trapped-at-thai-myanmar-border-after-scam-busts/

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Zombie Vapes Alert: Thai Teens Targeted with Sedative-Infused E-Cigs

 

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Authorities in Thailand have flagged a worrying trend in the capital's entertainment districts, where vapes containing sedative drugs are being sold to unsuspecting teenagers. Dubbed "zombie cigarettes," these products are reportedly circulating in the lively Thonglor nightlife area, posing significant health risks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352779-zombie-vapes-alert-thai-teens-targeted-with-sedative-infused-e-cigs/

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Thai Workforce Needs Foreign Skills: Academics Dismiss Job Fears

 

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Recent concerns over Chinese students in Thailand potentially outcompeting Thai graduates have been played down by leading academics. They argue that rather than edging out Thai job seekers, these students help plug the skills gap and enhance economic relations.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352787-thai-workforce-needs-foreign-skills-academics-dismiss-job-fears/

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DSI Poised to Investigate Thai Senatorial Election Scandal

 

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In a significant development, Thailand's Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is preparing to tackle allegations of electoral malpractice in the recent senatorial elections.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352791-dsi-poised-to-investigate-thai-senatorial-election-scandal/

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  Thailand Faces Backlash Over Rise of Illegal Hotel Operations

 

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Thailand's thriving tourism industry is facing a new challenge: the surge in illegal hotel operations. Particularly in hotspots like Phuket and Bangkok, the practice of renting out residential properties as short-term lodging is raising concern.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352795-thailand-faces-backlash-over-rise-of-illegal-hotel-operations/  

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Baht Poised for Dip to 35 per USD by Mid-2025, Experts Predict

 

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The Thai baht is predicted to weaken to around 35 per US dollar by mid-2025, according to forecasts from Standard Chartered Bank (Thai). This anticipated dip is largely attributed to escalating global trade tensions, particularly between the US and China.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352799-baht-poised-for-dip-to-35-per-usd-by-mid-2025-experts-predict/

 

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Iranian Man Arrested at Bangkok Airport for Indecent Act Against Female Rider

 

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An Iranian man was apprehended at Suvarnabhumi Airport while attempting to flee Thailand. He is accused of committing an indecent act against a female rider.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352802-iranian-man-arrested-at-bangkok-airport-for-indecent-act-against-female-rider/

 

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Woman Found Strangled in Paddy Field: Taxi Driver a Key Suspect

Police in Nakhon Pathom are investigating the murder of a woman found strangled in a paddy field in Soi Rai Khing 34, Sam Phran district. Authorities are focusing on a mystery taxi spotted near the crime scene.

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352808-woman-found-strangled-in-paddy-field-taxi-driver-a-key-suspect/

 

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Lisa Praised by Thai Govt for Showcasing Thailand in 'The White Lotus'

 

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Thai pop sensation Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal has been warmly commended by the Thai government for spotlighting Thailand’s picturesque locales in her recent appearance on HBO's hit series, 'The White Lotus'. Filmed across vibrant Thai locations including Bangkok, picturesque Phuket, and the idyllic Koh Samui, the series has brought Thailand’s scenic beauty to the forefront of international travel discussions, attracting fresh waves of tourists and significant global attention.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352809-lisa-praised-by-thai-govt-for-showcasing-thailand-in-the-white-lotus/

 

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Thailand Faces Scam Surge: 168 Million Calls and Texts in 2024

 

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Amid the technological boom, Thailand is experiencing an unprecedented rise in scam attempts, with an astonishing 168 million fraudulent calls and SMS messages reported in 2024.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352813-thailand-faces-scam-surge-168-million-calls-and-texts-in-2024/

 

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UPDATE
No Reported Progress in Chachoengsao Plane Crash Investigation Six Months On

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More than six months after a small aircraft crashed in Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao province, there has been no significant reports on any progress in the investigation, while the landowner has now put the entire 22-rai plot up for sale.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352812-no-reported-progress-in-chachoengsao-plane-crash-investigation-six-months-on/