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Danish Tourist Declines Hospital Treatment After Stabbing in Pattaya

 

Picture courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

A 22-year-old Danish tourist was involved in a stabbing incident in Pattaya on the evening of February 28. The situation unfolded at 10:36pm on Chalerm Phrakiet Road, Nongprue, in Bang Lamung, and remains largely unclear as the victim, identified as Daniel, refused to disclose details, press charges, or seek hospital treatment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353299-danish-tourist-declines-hospital-treatment-after-stabbing-in-pattaya/

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Villager Killed by Wild Elephant While Foraging in Forest

A local villager searching for forest produce in a military area of Chanthaburi province was killed by a wild elephant, authorities confirmed on 1 March.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353282-villager-killed-by-wild-elephant-while-foraging-in-forest/

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Suspicious Circumstances Surrounding 10 Million Baht Loss in House Fire

A house fire in the Tha Sai district of Nonthaburi has raised serious questions after it was reported that 10 million baht in cash was destroyed in the blaze. However, new evidence, including CCTV footage, suggests that the incident may not be as straightforward as it initially appeared.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353274-suspicious-circumstances-surrounding-10-million-baht-loss-in-house-fire/

 

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Funeral Held for 18 Victims of Bus Crash in Prachinburi

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A mass funeral was held on 1 March for 18 victims of the devastating double-decker bus crash that occurred at Khao Thon Hill in Prachinburi Province. Grief-stricken families gathered at Wat Pha Wiwek Thammakhun in Bung Kan to bid farewell to their loved ones, with mourners overwhelmed by sorrow and loss.
 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353267-funeral-held-for-18-victims-of-bus-crash-in-prachinburi/

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Major Nigerian Cocaine Dealer Arrested in Koh Phangan Sting

 

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A Nigerian man allegedly emerging as a significant cocaine dealer on Thailand’s popular tourist island Koh Phangan has been arrested in a carefully orchestrated police operation. The arrest took place late last night, marking a crucial step in the ongoing struggle against drug-related crimes in high-tourism areas.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353338-major-nigerian-cocaine-dealer-arrested-in-koh-phangan-sting/

 

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Japanese Man Arrested for Possessing Ecstasy in Bangkok Shopping Mall

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A Japanese national was arrested in Bangkok’s Watthana district after acting suspiciously near a shopping mall restroom, leading police to discover four ecstasy pills in his possession. The man claimed he had purchased the drugs to try but was caught before he had the chance to take them.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353339-japanese-man-arrested-for-possessing-ecstasy-in-bangkok-shopping-mall/

 

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Man Falls to His Death from Fourth Floor of Chatuchak Mall

A man has died after falling from the fourth floor of a well-known shopping mall in the Chatuchak district of Bangkok. Witnesses reported that he smashed a glass screen in the car park before plummeting to the ground.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353340-man-falls-to-his-death-from-fourth-floor-of-chatuchak-mall/

 

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Armed Robber Steals Gold Worth 4.7 Million Baht in Mae Sot
 

 

A daring robbery took place in Mae Sot, Tak province, when a lone thief disguised as a food delivery rider stormed into a gold shop, brandished a firearm, and stole gold worth approximately 4.7 million baht in under a minute before fleeing on a motorcycle. Police are now hunting the suspect, fearing he may attempt to escape across the border into Myanmar.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353341-armed-robber-steals-gold-worth-47-million-baht-in-mae-sot/

 

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Two Women Caught Smuggling Millions of Baht at Nong Khai Border

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.
 

Two women were arrested at the Nong Khai border crossing while attempting to bring over 3.6 million baht into the country. They later admitted to being hired to transport the cash but claimed they were unaware of the legal implications.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353342-two-women-caught-smuggling-millions-of-baht-at-nong-khai-border/

 

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Swedish Man Found Weeping Beside Girlfriend’s Body in Pattaya Condo

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A Swedish man was found in deep distress after discovering his 26-year-old Thai girlfriend had taken her own life in their Pattaya condominium. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of 2 March, prompting an immediate police investigation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353343-swedish-man-found-weeping-beside-girlfriend’s-body-in-pattaya-condo/

 

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Gunman Surrenders After Fatally Shooting Rival in Songkhla

 

 

A 30-year-old man turned himself in to police after fatally shooting a rival in front of a house in Songkhla province, claiming he acted in self-defence after fearing he would be attacked with a machete.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353345-gunman-surrenders-after-fatally-shooting-rival-in-songkhla/

 

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Delivery Driver Killed in High-Speed Crash in Samut Prakan

A delivery driver lost his life, and another person was injured when he lost control of his pickup truck and crashed into a parked vehicle and a pedestrian bridge in Samut Prakan.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353347-delivery-driver-killed-in-high-speed-crash-in-samut-prakan/

 

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Thais Express Discontent with Government and PM in New Poll

 

File photo courtesy of Siam Rath

 

A recent survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida) reveals widespread dissatisfaction among Thais regarding the government's and Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's performance. Conducted late last month, the poll sampled 1,310 people nationwide.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353320-thais-express-discontent-with-government-and-pm-in-new-poll/

 

 

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England Triumph Over World Team in Rainwood Icons of Football Golf Event

England’s footballing greats dominated the World Team with an emphatic 72-33 victory to claim the Rainwood Icons of Football championship at Robinswood Golf Club, Rainwood Park. The event, held for the first time in Asia, saw an impressive turnout and widespread interest.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353350-england-triumph-over-world-team-in-rainwood-icons-of-football-golf-event/

 

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PM Paetongtarn Addresses Slow GDP Growth, Calls for Strategic Investment

 

FILE PHOTO - Thailand's Prime Minister-designate Paetongtarn Shinawatra, with members of Pheu Thai party talks to reporters during a press conference at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra recently addressed the challenges hindering Thailand's economic growth and laid out her vision for improvement. Speaking during her weekly "Empowering Thais" programme, she emphasised the slow GDP growth, which stood at just 2.5% last year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353351-pm-paetongtarn-addresses-slow-gdp-growth-calls-for-strategic-investment/

 

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Angler's Haul Turns Grim: Body Pulled from Pathum Thani Canal

 

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An angler in Pathum Thani's Rangsit Phra Yurasak Canal made a chilling discovery when he reeled in a body instead of the anticipated fish. The incident, which unfolded around 10 p.m. on March 1, has since attracted local attention.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353353-anglers-haul-turns-grim-body-pulled-from-pathum-thani-canal/

 

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Former Muay Thai Fighter Arrested for Mother’s Murder After Traffic Stop

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A fugitive former Muay Thai fighter who allegedly killed his own mother has been arrested after a routine traffic stop in Nakhon Pathom. The suspect, identified as 28-year-old Nattapol, was caught when he rode through a police checkpoint without wearing a helmet, leading officers to question him and ultimately uncover his shocking crime.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353283-former-boxer-murders-his-mother-in-drug-fuelled-rage-posts-gloating-message-on-facebook/#findComment-19629695

 

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Woman Saves Drowning Victim, Only to Discover He Had Been Dead for Days

 

 

A woman and her nephew rescued a man they believed to be drowning in a roadside canal in Buriram province, only to realise in shock that he had been dead for at least two days.

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353355-woman-saves-drowning-victim-only-to-discover-he-had-been-dead-for-days/

 

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Man 49, Stabs Himself in the Neck After Wife Asks Him to Eat Before Drinking

A 49-year-old man from Chonburi is in a critical condition after stabbing himself in the neck with a kitchen knife following an argument with his wife about eating before drinking.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353356-man-49-stabs-himself-in-the-neck-after-wife-asks-him-to-eat-before-drinking/

 

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Hit-and-Run Driver Crashes into Canal and Dies After Colliding with Father and Son

A pickup truck driver who fled the scene after hitting a father and son in Suphan Buri later lost control of his vehicle, crashed into a bridge railing, and plunged into a canal, where he died at the scene.
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1353357-hit-and-run-driver-crashes-into-canal-and-dies-after-colliding-with-father-and-son/

 

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Bangkok Security Raised After Foreign Embassy Alerts

 

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS

 

Security around the Erawan Shrine and the bustling Ratchaprasong intersection in Bangkok has been noticeably heightened. This comes as a precautionary measure following alerts issued by the US and Japanese embassies, urging their citizens to remain vigilant in crowded areas of the city.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353358-bangkok-security-raised-after-foreign-embassy-alerts/

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Thailand Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Foreign Businesses

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand is ramping up its crackdown on illegal foreign-run businesses, spurred by concerns about weak law enforcement exposing the country to economic risks and reputational damage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353359-thailand-intensifies-crackdown-on-illegal-foreign-businesses/

 

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Motorcyclist Pursues Attempted Murder Charge Against Reckless Driver

 

Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

A motorcyclist involved in a collision with a red car on Ratchaphruek Road has engaged a popular online page to assist in pursuing legal action. The cyclist claims the incident, which occurred on Friday morning, may amount to attempted murder.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353360-motorcyclist-pursues-attempted-murder-charge-against-reckless-driver/

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Anutin Silent on Thailand's Deportation of Uyghurs to China

 

Picture courtesy: Naewna

 

Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has refrained from commenting on the recent diplomatic tensions that arose after Thailand deported over 40 Uyghurs to China. The move, which took place last Thursday, prompted several foreign embassies to warn their citizens in Thailand to be vigilant against potential retaliatory attacks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353287-anutin-silent-on-thailands-deportation-of-uyghurs-to-china/

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Pheu Thai Criticised for Limiting Paetongtarn's Role in Censure Debate

 

Paetongtarn nShinawatra. Picture courtesy PPTV HD 35

 

The Pheu Thai party, a key component of Thailand's current coalition government, has come under fire for its decision to limit Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's involvement in an upcoming censure debate. The debate, set to take place later this month, will see Paetongtarn as the primary focus of scrutiny from the opposition.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353289-pheu-thai-criticised-for-limiting-paetongtarns-role-in-censure-debate/

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US and Canada Targeted in Chiang Rai Crypto Scam Bust

 

Picture courtesy of Naewna

 

In a significant bust, Chiang Rai police have arrested nine Chinese nationals who were allegedly operating a crypto scam that targeted victims in the United States and Canada.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353290-us-and-canada-targeted-in-chiang-rai-crypto-scam-bust/

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Chanthaburi School Files Lawsuit After 3 Million Baht Worth of Milk Goes Missing

 

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A former marketing employee of the Chanthaburi Dairy Cooperative is facing legal action regarding the loss of school milk valued at almost 3 million baht. The cooperative has initiated a lawsuit to recover damages following the disappearance of approximately 270,000 cartons.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353291-chanthaburi-school-files-lawsuit-after-3-million-baht-worth-of-milk-goes-missing/

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TikTok's Massive 300 Billion Baht Investment to Elevate Thai Tech Scene

 

Picture courtesy of: Wikipedia Commons

 

TikTok has announced a strategic investment of 300 billion baht over the next five years to develop Thailand into a leading ASEAN technology hub. This significant investment plan was revealed during a meeting on February 28 between TikTok's Vice-President of Public Policy, Helena Lersch, and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Bangkok, according to Government Spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353293-tiktoks-massive-300-billion-baht-investment-to-elevate-thai-tech-scene/

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Thai Delegation Ensures Safe Return of Uyghurs to China

 

Picture courtesy of Pheu Thai via Bangkok Post

 

The group of 40 Uyghurs recently repatriated to China after spending a decade in detention in Thailand are reportedly safe, with several having reunited with their families, according to updates from a Thai delegation accompanying them.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353295-thai-delegation-ensures-safe-return-of-uyghurs-to-china/

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Bar Deaths Spark Fear Among Backpackers Over Tainted Alcohol

 

File photo courtesy of Wikipedia

 

Mounting concern over methanol poisoning is reshaping drinking habits among backpackers in Southeast Asia, especially in countries like Thailand, a popular destination for young travellers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353297-bar-deaths-spark-fear-among-backpackers-over-tainted-alcohol/