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Chon Buri Man Shot Over Unpaid Debt of Tens of Thousands of Baht

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

A 32-year-old man from Chon Buri is fighting for his life following a violent altercation over an unpaid debt of tens of thousands of baht. The incident unfolded in the early hours of February 26 at a residence in the Mueang district of Chon Buri province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352925-chon-buri-man-shot-over-unpaid-debt-of-tens-of-thousands-of-baht/

 

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UPDATE
Bus Crash 18 Confirmed Dead, One Passenger Still Missing

Authorities have now named the victims of bus crash in Prachinburi province that has claimed the lives of 16 woman and 2 men. The emergency command centre have also updated that with one female still unaccounted for and maybe under the wreckage, with responders waiting for a crane to remove the bus.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352898-17-dead-in-bus-crash-on-hillside-road-in-prachinburi/page/2/#findComment-19618135

 

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Fed-Up Bangkok Locals Demand Action on Rowdy Foreign Renters

 

Photo courtesy of Drama-addict Facebook

 

Residents of a Bangkok condo are fed up with noisy tourists disrupting their once tranquil home. Foreign renters have made loud parties, the smell of cannabis, and pool rule-breaking common, sparking frustration among long-term residents.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352953-fed-up-bangkok-locals-demand-action-on-rowdy-foreign-renters/

 

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Mystery Key Boxes Expose Bangkok's Illegal Rentals

 

Photo: Thai PBS World

 

This week, curious images of mysterious key boxes scattered across downtown Bangkok captured the attention of online communities in Thailand. The viral photos featured inconspicuous wooden boxes, measuring 60cm x 60cm, strategically placed at locations like Sukhumvit Soi 42, sparking widespread speculation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352955-mystery-key-boxes-expose-bangkoks-illegal-rentals/

 

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Foreign Takeover? Thailand's Hotels Face Investment Surge

 

Picture courtesy of vvillasphuket

 

Thailand’s booming tourism industry is raising alarm bells among local insiders as foreign investors increasingly purchase hotels, villas, and luxury condos in hotspots like Phuket and Bangkok. The trend, highlighted by Thai Hotels Association (THA) President Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, sees Russian property owners allegedly flouting regulations by renting properties on a daily basis.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352956-foreign-takeover-thailands-hotels-face-investment-surge/

 

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Free Internet Set to Empower Over 1 Million Disabled Thais

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a landmark effort to close the digital gap, a new initiative is set to provide free Internet access to over 1.1 million disabled individuals across Thailand. The programme, forged from an agreement between the Social Development and Human Security Ministry, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), and Bangkok Tellink, aims to empower disabled people by giving them access to online learning and self-improvement resources.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352957-free-internet-set-to-empower-over-1-million-disabled-thais/

 

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Thailand Dismisses Claims of 94% Drop in Chinese Tourists

 

Picture courtesy of Hanny Naibaho, Unsplash

 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is dismissing rumors that Chinese tourist numbers have plummeted by 94%. TAT Governor, Thapanee Kiatphaibool, assures that Thailand still ranks as the top destination for Chinese travelers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352958-thailand-dismisses-claims-of-94-drop-in-chinese-tourists/

 

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Undercover Tip Leads to Major Motorbike Theft Arrest

 

 

In a bold midnight operation on February 25, Pattaya police uncovered and halted a high-speed motorcycle theft ring, catching the culprits red-handed. The crackdown took place at 12:30 AM in the Khao Ta Lo area, after vigilant residents tipped off law enforcement.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352960-undercover-tip-leads-to-major-motorbike-theft-arrest/

 

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East Pattaya Faces Waste Woes: How the City is Reacting

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

A massive illegal waste dump near Motorway No.7 in East Pattaya has caused public outrage and prompted a large-scale cleanup operation. A nearly 1-kilometer stretch of road was found buried under construction debris, foam boxes, and tree branches.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352961-east-pattaya-faces-waste-woes-how-the-city-is-reacting/

 

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Intriguing Border Arrest: Ketamine Found in Woman's Underwear

 

Photo via Facebook สวท.สระแก้ว

 

A recent border arrest has caught public attention as a 28-year-old Thai woman, Sararat Saengmook, was discovered with 0.56 grams of ketamine hidden in her underwear. The incident took place at the Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in Sa Kaeo Province, Thailand, after Sararat crossed from Poipet, Cambodia, where she worked as a party entertainer.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352962-intriguing-border-arrest-ketamine-found-in-womans-underwear/

 

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Flu Cases Soar Over 130,000 in Just Two Months, DDC Warns

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has sounded the alarm over a massive wave of influenza, with more than 130,000 cases reported in just the past two months.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352965-flu-cases-soar-over-130000-in-just-two-months-ddc-warns/

 

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Thai Stocks Surge as Bank of Thailand Cuts Interest Rate to 2%

 

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In a move to energize Thailand's economy, the Bank of Thailand lowered its key interest rate by 0.25% on Wednesday, responding to government pleas for economic relief and a weaker baht to enhance exports. The Monetary Policy Committee voted 6-1 in favor of reducing the one-day repurchase rate to 2.00%, citing increased economic risks.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352966-thai-stocks-surge-as-bank-of-thailand-cuts-interest-rate-to-2/

 

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Pension Plan Rejected Over Complexity; Debate Resurfaces in March

 

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The Social Security Fund (SSF) Board recently turned down a new pension formula, citing its complexity. This decision has sparked ongoing debates, especially among the 300,000 insured individuals under Section 39, who once were employees but now self-fund their SSF contributions.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352973-pension-plan-rejected-over-complexity-debate-resurfaces-in-march/

 

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U-Tapao Airport Scales Down Expansion Amid Rail Delays

 

Photo courtesy of Airport Technology

 

U-Tapao Airport's highly anticipated expansion is being notably scaled down due to persistent delays in the Bangkok-Rayong high-speed rail project. Initially envisioned to accommodate 12 million passengers annually, the plan has been downsized significantly. This change comes as the rail project, critical for passenger connectivity, remains stalled for almost five years, fostering uncertainty.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352974-u-tapao-airport-scales-down-expansion-amid-rail-delays/

 

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Hunting Dogs in Phetchabun Protect Garden from Snake Intrusion

 

 

A dramatic encounter unfolded in Phetchabun, Thailand, when two fearless Jack Russell Terriers defended their garden from an unwelcome visitor. On February 25, a Facebook post went viral after user shared footage of their dogs neutralizing a non-venomous snake. The curious reptile likely slithered in seeking the frogs kept there but soon met its end at the paws of the terriers, named 1 and 3.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352976-hunting-dogs-in-phetchabun-protect-garden-from-snake-intrusion/

 

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Public Outcry Freezes Controversial Phuket Hotel Project

 

Photo courtesy of The Phuket News

 

In a dramatic turn of events, the Nebu Hotel project in Cherng Talay, Phuket, has been put on hold following mounting pressure from locals worried about its environmental and community impact. The proposed seven-story hotel, planned on a narrow 1,200-square-meter plot, was set in a Yellow Zone, intended for low-density housing, sparking debates over zoning violations and transparency.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352977-public-outcry-freezes-controversial-phuket-hotel-project/

 

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Phuket Justice Office Awards Over 900K Baht to Crime Victims

 

 

Photo courtesy of The Phuket News

 

In a recent initiative, the Phuket Provincial Justice Office approved 911,913.25 baht to compensate 15 victims of crime. This decision was made during a meeting held at Phuket Provincial Hall, chaired by newly elected Provincial Attorney Poolsuk Phengsang on February 24.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352978-phuket-justice-office-awards-over-900k-baht-to-crime-victims/

 

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From Fear to Freedom: Brave Woman Outsmarts Bangkok Intruder - video

 

Photo via Facebook/ Jiraporn Penpat

 

In Bangkok's Nong Chok district, Jiraporn Penpat narrowly escaped an assault after a drunken man entered her home while she showered in an external bathroom. The incident occurred at around 11:30 p.m. on Friday, February 22. Jiraporn forgot to lock the bathroom door, allowing the intruder easy access via a pedestrian bridge along a canal.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352979-from-fear-to-freedom-brave-woman-outsmarts-bangkok-intruder-video/

 

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Noise Complaint Escalates to Gun Threat in Thai Dorm - video

 

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In Uttaradit province, a tranquil Monday night was violently disrupted when an angry, gun-wielding neighbor pounded on a woman's door, accusing her of making too much noise while cleaning her bathroom. The CCTV footage from February 24 captures the terrifying episode, unraveling at 9:50 p.m., and leaving the woman deeply shaken.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1352980-noise-complaint-escalates-to-gun-threat-in-thai-dorm-video/