THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 26 March 2025

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Foreign Women Detained in Bangkok Karaoke Raid

 

Picture via Daily News

 

Thai immigration police have detained 14 migrant workers in a karaoke restaurant in the Lat Krabang area, Bangkok, following a tip-off about illegal employment.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355807-foreign-women-detained-in-bangkok-karaoke-raid/

 

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Trump Tariff Turmoil: Thai Car Market Skids to a Halt

 

Picture courtesy of automoblog

 

The wheels of Thailand's car industry are grinding slower as President Trump mulls harsh tariffs on imported vehicles. The proposed 25% levy, expected from April 2, has spread a chilling effect across global car markets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355818-trump-tariff-turmoil-thai-car-market-skids-to-a-halt/

 

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British Tourist's Identity Confirmed After Bangkok Footpath Death

 

Picture courtesy of Metro UK

 

A British tourist, now identified as 28-year-old Nick Weir from Salisbury, tragically lost his life in Bangkok’s Bang Sue district. Found on a city footpath, Weir died after a confrontation with karaoke bar workers spiralled out of control.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355701-british-man-dies-after-footpath-altercation-in-bangkok/page/4/#findComment-19685423

 

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Paetongtarn Triumphs! Censure Vote No Match for Pheu Thai Power

 

Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, center, reacts after a no-confidence vote against her was defeated in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, March 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the daughter of political heavyweight Thaksin Shinawatra, has firmly held her ground today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355830-paetongtarn-triumphs-censure-vote-no-match-for-pheu-thai-power/

 

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Bangkok Gears Up for 2028 Formula One Grand Prix with New Plans

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand is on track to host a Formula One (F1) race in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district by 2028, following a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and F1. This announcement comes after F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali’s meeting with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to discuss the potential Grand Prix.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355861-bangkok-gears-up-for-2028-formula-one-grand-prix-with-new-plans/

 

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Transport Minister Denies Secret Multi-Billion Rail Deal Allegations

 

Photo courtesy of Thailand Construction and Engineering News

 

Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has categorically denied opposition claims that the government is secretly negotiating high-value agreements related to the high-speed rail project linking Bangkok’s main airports. The allegations surfaced during a censure debate led by Surachet Pravinvongvuth of the People’s Party, targeting Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's administration.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355863-transport-minister-denies-secret-multi-billion-rail-deal-allegations/

 

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Anti-Corruption Raid Arrests Two in Veterans’ Hospital Drug Scam

 

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In a major crackdown on a fraudulent drug network linked to a veterans’ hospital, authorities arrested two central figures today, March 26. The early morning operation spanned 18 locations across Bangkok, Lop Buri, Prachin Buri, and Chon Buri.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355866-anti-corruption-raid-arrests-two-in-veterans’-hospital-drug-scam/

 

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Thailand Investigates Illegal Import of 10,000 Tonnes of Radioactive Waste

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

The Ministry of Industry has launched an urgent investigation into the illegal importation of over 10,000 tonnes of radioactive waste inaccurately labelled as zinc concentrate. This material, tainted with hazardous caesium-137, was clandestinely brought into Thailand, raising serious concerns about the nation’s waste management protocols.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355867-thailand-investigates-illegal-import-of-10000-tonnes-of-radioactive-waste/

 

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Russian Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Early Morning Pattaya Crash

 

Photo: TV Channel 7

 

A serious accident occurred in Pattaya early today, March 26, involving a Russian motorcyclist who collided with a sedan. The incident took place at about 5.19 a.m. on Pattaya Sai 3 road in front of an entertainment venue in Banglamung district, Chonburi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355868-russian-motorcyclist-seriously-injured-in-early-morning-pattaya-crash/

 

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Woman Arrested for Stealing Valuables from Luxury Home in Chon Buri

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 38-year-old woman was arrested for stealing valuables worth around 600,000 baht from a luxury home in Chon Buri. The incident unfolded on March 25, when police apprehended Naritsara while she was asleep in a rented room in the Nong Phai Kaeo subdistrict.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355869-woman-arrested-for-stealing-valuables-from-luxury-home-in-chon-buri/

 

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"Spider-Man" Thief Strikes Again at Khon Kaen Shrine, Police Step Up Hunt

 

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A daring thief, nicknamed "Spider-Man," has struck the Pha Laloeng Wai Shrine in Khon Kaen province for the second time, using his signature method of abseiling from the roof to execute the theft. The incident, which took place at 3.19am on March 24, has prompted police to intensify efforts to catch the elusive suspect.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355871-spider-man-thief-strikes-again-at-khon-kaen-shrine-police-step-up-hunt/

 

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Teen's Fake Funeral Sparks Controversy in Udon Thani Community

 

Photo via Channel 8

 

A teenager in Udon Thani, Thailand, faced backlash after staging a fake funeral for his mother, allegedly aiming to collect money from friends and teachers. The incident unfolded when the community leader, Sisawat Phodhiwat, was alerted by a teacher about a student's claim of his mother's death.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355872-teens-fake-funeral-sparks-controversy-in-udon-thani-community/

 

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Teenagers Arrested for Broadcasting Brutal Murder of Trang Man Online

 

 

In a disturbing incident in Trang, two 14-year-old boys were arrested for the brutal murder of a 33-year-old man, which they filmed and posted on social media. The shocking murder occurred in a rubber plantation and was reported by Esor News on March 25.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355873-teenagers-arrested-for-broadcasting-brutal-murder-of-trang-man-online/

 

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Boy's Mysterious Disappearance in Lop Buri Sparks Supernatural Theories

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A 12-year-old boy mysteriously vanished during a game of hide and seek near his home in Lop Buri, only to be found hours later in an incident that has sparked supernatural speculation among residents. The event occurred on March 25, when emergency services and local police were notified of the boy's disappearance from the Mueang district at around 11.45am.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355875-boys-mysterious-disappearance-in-lop-buri-sparks-supernatural-theories/

 

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Bakery Collision in Samut Prakan Leaves Mother and Son Unscathed - video

 

Photo via Channel 7

 

A Thai woman and her young son narrowly escaped injury when a 64-year-old driver mistakenly crashed her sedan into a bakery in Samut Prakan province, just outside Bangkok. The incident, which took place at 8.39am on March 24, was captured on CCTV and quickly went viral, with viewers expressing relief that the mother and child were unharmed.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355877-bakery-collision-in-samut-prakan-leaves-mother-and-son-unscathed-video/

 

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Thailand's Global Education Ranking Sparks Controversy and Scrutiny

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Thailand's education system has become a topic of heated discussion following its placement at 107th out of 203 countries in a global education survey by the World Population Review. This ranking has raised concerns among Thai officials, with some criticising the survey's methodology as misleading.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355878-thailands-global-education-ranking-sparks-controversy-and-scrutiny/

 

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Thai Coconut Brand Faces Copycat Controversy in China

 

Photo courtesy of IF Family

 

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) in Thailand has voiced concerns over a Chinese brand, “TF,” mimicking the popular Thai coconut drink brand “IF.” These imitation products, closely resembling IF in packaging and name, have surfaced across Chinese e-commerce platforms, confusing many consumers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355879-thai-coconut-brand-faces-copycat-controversy-in-china/

 

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Thai Woman Clones Beloved Dog, Making History in Pet Genetics

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a heartfelt venture blending science and emotion, a 50-year-old animal lover from Ban Pong district, Ratchaburi province, has made history by cloning her cherished French Bulldog. Kanjanrat Sakdigratanasiri, affectionately known as Kai, invested 6 million baht (approximately $176,560) to bring her beloved dog, Pha Phang, back to life through cloning, creating Thailand's first genetically cloned dog.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1355880-thai-woman-clones-beloved-dog-making-history-in-pet-genetics/

 

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