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European Parliament Condemns Thailand's Uyghur Deportations

 

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS

 

In an emphatic motion, the European Parliament has taken a firm stance against Thailand's recent deportation of Uyghur detainees to China, urging the Southeast Asian nation to cease any further forced returns. The deportations in late February have provoked significant concern among international human rights advocates, with allegations that the lives of these individuals might be at grave risk in China.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354574-european-parliament-condemns-thailands-uyghur-deportations/

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British Tourists Arrested in Phuket for Reckless Driving and Attack

 

Photo via Facebook/ เหยี่ยวข่าว ภูเก็ต Newshawk Phuket

 

In a dramatic incident outside Patong Hospital in Phuket, Thai police have apprehended three British men in connection with a hit-and-run that escalated into an attempted stabbing. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354600-british-tourists-arrested-in-phuket-for-reckless-driving-and-attack/

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Thai Tourism Grapples with Declining Chinese Visitors

 

Picture courtesy of Kasikorn Research Centre

 

In the rapidly evolving world of tourism, Thailand once basked in the glory of hosting over 10 million Chinese visitors annually. Yet, troubling trends have disrupted this golden age, casting a shadow over future prospects. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354566-thai-tourism-grapples-with-declining-chinese-visitors/

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Narathiwat Court Sentences 7 in Child Assault Case, 2 to 87 Years

 

Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a significant legal development, the Narathiwat Provincial Court delivered sentences to seven men involved in the sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl. The case, which began in August last year, concluded yesterday with sentences ranging from two to 87 years. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354612-narathiwat-court-sentences-7-in-child-assault-case-2-to-87-years/

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Road Under Construction Collapses on Rama II Road, Multiple Workers Trapped
 

 

A section of an elevated expressway under construction on Rama II Road collapsed early  morning, on 15 March, trapping multiple workers beneath the debris. Emergency responders have so far rescued five people, but many remain unaccounted 

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1354652-road-under-construction-collapses-on-rama-ii-road-multiple-workers-trapped/

 

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Husband Kills Wife in Brutal Attack Over Money Dispute, Arrested at Father’s Home

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A 50-year-old man has been arrested on 14 March, for the murder of his wife, whom he allegedly attacked and suffocated following a heated argument over money. The suspect fled to his father’s house after the crime but was later apprehended by police.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1354655-husband-kills-wife-in-brutal-attack-over-money-dispute-arrested-at-father’s-home/

 

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Fatal Collision as Two Lorries Crash Head-On in Ayutthaya, Triggering Fire Death
 

 

A horrific head-on collision between two 18-wheel lorries on a bypass road in Ayutthaya resulted in a massive fire, claiming the life of one driver while another managed to escape with injuries.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1354656-fatal-collision-as-two-lorries-crash-head-on-in-ayutthaya-triggering-fire-death/