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

 

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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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Bus Crash 18 Confirmed Dead, One Passenger Still Missing


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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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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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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