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Cabinet Approves New Industry Standards for Escalators and Moving Walkways
 

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The Thai Cabinet has approved a new ministerial regulation requiring escalators and moving walkways to meet updated industrial standards. Under the new rules, manufacturers and importers must obtain licences before selling these products in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356180-cabinet-approves-new-industry-standards-for-escalators-and-moving-walkways/

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Unveiled: Secret Drug Removed from Scene of Shane Warne’s Thailand Death

 

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Startling new allegations have surfaced about what truly unfolded during the tragic death of cricket legend Shane Warne in March 2022. Details have pierced through the official narrative, suggesting that a potent sex drug was discreetly taken away by police from the scene, clouding the already hazy circumstances of his passing.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356218-unveiled-secret-drug-removed-from-scene-of-shane-warne’s-thailand-death/

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talian-Thai Joint Venture Liable for Rebuilding Collapsed SAI Building, Says Prosecutor

 

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Dr Thanakrit Worathanachakul, a senior prosecutor and legal expert, has confirmed that under the terms of the construction contract, the Italian-Thai Joint Venture (ITD-CRCC) is responsible for reconstructing the collapsed State Audit Office (SAI) building, even if the collapse was caused by an earthquake.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356182-italian-thai-joint-venture-liable-for-rebuilding-collapsed-sai-building-says-prosecutor/

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British Man Dies After First Muay Thai Fight on Koh Samui

 

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A 30-year-old British man has died after participating in his first Muay Thai fight on the island of Koh Samui. The man, identified as Joseph Itai Rinomhota, collapsed after receiving a kick to the ribs during his bout at Samui International Stadium on the night of 28 March.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356186-british-man-dies-after-first-muay-thai-fight-on-koh-samui/

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Husband Kills Wife in Gruesome Knife Attack in Lampang

 

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A man in Lampang has been arrested after he allegedly murdered his wife with a knife in their home, later confessing to emergency responders while being treated for self-inflicted injuries.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356251-husband-kills-wife-in-gruesome-knife-attack-in-lampang/

 

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Admin of Online Gambling Site Royalbet789 Arrested at Home

 

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Police have arrested a 26-year-old woman suspected of managing the online gambling website Royalbet789, which reportedly handled over ฿100 million per month in transactions.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356252-admin-of-online-gambling-site-royalbet789-arrested-at-home/

 

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Police Investigate Mystery Death of Man Found in Bangkok Park Pond

 

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Authorities have launched an investigation following the discovery of a man’s body in a pond at Suan Luang Rama IX Park. The unidentified individual was found with two five-kilogram dumbbells attached to his belt, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding his death.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356254-police-investigate-mystery-death-of-man-found-in-bangkok-park-pond/

 

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Two Young Children Killed in Six-Wheel Lorry Crash in Phetchabun
 

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A crash in Phetchabun province has claimed the lives of two young children and left three adults seriously injured after a six-wheel lorry lost control and overturned, crashing into a pedestrian bridge.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356256-two-young-children-killed-in-six-wheel-lorry-crash-in-phetchabun/

 

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Young Man Shot Dead on Roadside in Late-Night Attack

 

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A 22-year-old man was shot dead while riding his motorcycle late at night in Uthai Thani province. Police suspect the killing may be linked to cockfighting gambling or drug-related conflicts.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356257-young-man-shot-dead-on-roadside-in-late-night-attack/

 

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Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gold Mining in Pilok Forest
 

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A joint operation by officers from Thong Pha Phum National Park and soldiers from the Lad Ya Task Force has led to the arrest of an illegal gold mining gang in Pilok Forest, Kanchanaburi. The authorities seized a large number of items, including wildlife carcasses and weapons.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356264-authorities-crack-down-on-illegal-gold-mining-in-pilok-forest/

 

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Two Killed, Three Injured as Train Crashes into Pickup Truck at Unauthorised Crossing
 

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A collision between a train and a pickup truck at an unauthorised railway crossing in Surat Thani has left two people dead and three others seriously injured.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356265-two-killed-three-injured-as-train-crashes-into-pickup-truck-at-unauthorised-crossing/

 

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Canadian Tourist Fined for Spray-Painting Graffiti on Pattaya Electrical Boxes

 

 

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A 54-year-old Canadian tourist has been apprehended and fined after vandalising electrical boxes across Pattaya with spray paint, graffiti. The incident, which sparked widespread criticism on social media, prompted local authorities to take swift action.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356266-canadian-tourist-fined-for-spray-painting-graffiti-on-pattaya-electrical-boxes/

 

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Flood of Crack Reports Follows Bangkok Earthquake

 

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Bangkok's skyline faces a new challenge as nearly 6,000 building crack reports flood in following a recent earthquake, all submitted via Traffy Fondue. This unprecedented surge has prompted the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to refine their systems to ensure swift action from volunteer engineers, with Deputy Governor Sannon Wangsrangboon leading the charge.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356269-massive-crack-reports-flood-in-after-earthquake-in-bangkok/

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Chinese Men Caught Removing Documents from Collapsed Building in Bangkok

 

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In an eye-opening turn of events, four Chinese nationals were apprehended attempting to smuggle vital files from the wreckage of the collapsed State Audit Office building in Bangkok's Chatuchak district.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356246-chinese-men-caught-removing-documents-from-collapsed-building-in-bangkok/

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Earthquake Panic Empties Andaman Coast: Tourist Numbers Plunge

 

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The Andaman coast is seeing an exodus of tourists following last Friday's powerful earthquake in Myanmar. Trang Deputy Governor Anan Boonsamran, reports over half the visitors have vanished amid a frenzy of misleading social media posts. These claims, though unfounded, have led to widespread panic, causing visitors to cancel their plans.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356248-earthquake-panic-empties-andaman-coast-tourist-numbers-plunge/

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BMA Declares All 81 Bangkok Bridges Safe Post-Myanmar Quake

 

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In a reassuring announcement, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) confirmed today that all 81 bridges and flyovers throughout the capital remain safe after the powerful earthquake in Myanmar's Mandalay rocked the region Friday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356249-bma-declares-all-81-bangkok-bridges-safe-post-myanmar-quake/

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Bangkok Stays Calm Amid Earthquake Crisis

 

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Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has called for calm following a powerful earthquake in Myanmar that sent shockwaves across Thailand. Engineers are hard at work inspecting buildings in Bangkok, ensuring safety and stability. Around 700 buildings were reported to have cracks, prompting immediate action to assess damage.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356250-bangkok-stays-calm-amid-earthquake-crisis/

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Thai Eateries Forgo Fees as Quake Hits Hard

 

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Thai eateries are showing a big heart after a strong earthquake rattled several provinces on March 28, leading to the collapse of buildings in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356253-thai-eateries-forgo-fees-as-quake-hits-hard/

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Thai Airways Offers Free Changes Amid Earthquake Chaos

 

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In a generous move, Thai Airways is granting their passengers fee-free changes and refunds following the recent earthquake that rocked Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356255-thai-airways-offers-free-changes-amid-earthquake-chaos/

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Family's Quest for Truth: Woman's Fatal Plunge During Earthquake

 

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A family in mourning demands answers after a 28-year-old woman plunged to her death from a condominium during a tremor. The tragic fall, which occurred on Friday during an earthquake impacting Thailand and Myanmar, has left loved ones questioning safety measures and searching for justice.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356258-familys-quest-for-truth-womans-fatal-plunge-during-earthquake/

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Quake Jolts Thai Tourism: Rising Concerns Over Safety

 

Rescuers use a heavy duty machine to clear the rubble in Bangkok, Thailand, Saturday, March 29, 2025, as they search for victims at the site of a high-rise building under construction that collapsed after Friday's earthquake. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

The recent 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar has shaken up Thailand's tourism, already wobbling under safety concerns.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356259-quake-jolts-thai-tourism-rising-concerns-over-safety/

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Tragedy in Thailand: Earthquake Claims 18 Lives Amid Ruins

 

Rescuers search for victims at the site of a high-rise building under construction that collapsed after a strong earthquake in Bangkok, Thailand, early Saturday, March 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

A deadly tremor in Myanmar leaves its mark on Thailand, claiming at least 18 lives, with 78 missing as of Sunday. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356260-tragedy-in-thailand-earthquake-claims-18-lives-amid-ruins/

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Earthquake Aftershock: Mental Toll on Thai Residents Calls for Support
 

People wait at the damaged construction site of a high-rise building in Bangkok, Thailand, Saturday, March 29, 2025, as rescuers search for victims following its collapse after Friday's earthquake. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

Health experts are urging Thai citizens to be aware of mental health struggles following the recent earthquake's psychological aftershocks.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356261-earthquake-aftershock-mental-toll-on-thai-residents-calls-for-support/

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Seven Days Given to Investigate Collapse of Chinese-Built High-Rise

 

Rescuers work at the site a high-rise building under construction that collapsed after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Bangkok, Thailand, early Saturday, March 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn)

 

Thailand's Interior Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has laid down the law, calling for a quick seven-day investigation into the sudden collapse of the State Audit Office's new high-rise in Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356262-seven-days-given-to-investigate-collapse-of-chinese-built-high-rise/

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Thai PM fumes over delayed quake warnings; demands action

 

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has voiced her dissatisfaction with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and the Public Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department (PDPMD) over their sluggish response to the recent earthquake.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356279-thai-pm-fumes-over-delayed-quake-warnings-demands-action/

 

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Paetongtarn Favored for PM, But People's Party Retains Poll Lead Over Pheu Thai

 

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrives at parliament before no-confidence vote against her in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, March 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

In a dramatic twist, Paetongtarn Shinawatra of Pheu Thai takes the lead as the popular choice for Thailand's next prime minister, nudging past the previous frontrunner, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut of the People's Party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356282-paetongtarn-favored-for-pm-but-peoples-party-retains-poll-lead-over-pheu-thai/

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Drama in Pattaya: Canadian Man Found Unconscious After Heated Tiff

 

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In a startling case of domestic turbulence, Pattaya police quickly responded to reports of a household skirmish early yesterday morning. They found a 47-year-old Canadian national, James, sprawled unconscious amidst evidence of chaos in his home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356286-drama-in-pattaya-canadian-man-found-unconscious-after-heated-tiff/

 

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Phuket Stays Secure Despite Myanmar Quake, Assures Governor

 

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Phuket's Governor Sophon Suwannarat has reassured residents and visitors that the island is safe following a significant 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar. The earthquake shook Mandalay on Friday, March 28, affecting northern Thailand, but did not impact Phuket, which lies nearly 2,000 kilometres away. There have been no infrastructure damages or tourist disruptions on the island.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356316-phuket-stays-secure-despite-myanmar-quake-assures-governor/

 

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Thailand Debunks K-9 Donation Hoax Amidst Earthquake Rescue

 

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The Thai government has denounced false claims online that donations are needed for military working dogs involved in earthquake rescues. These claims have been categorically dismissed, with assurances that these canine heroes are expertly cared for and no additional funding is required.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356317-thailand-debunks-k-9-donation-hoax-amidst-earthquake-rescue/

 

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Thailand Opens One-Stop Investment Hub to Attract Expats and Investors

 

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Thailand has launched a new initiative to attract foreign investors and expats by opening the Thailand Investment and Expat Services Centre (TIESC) in Bangkok. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday, the facility aims to simplify the processes for investment, visas, and work permits.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356318-thailand-opens-one-stop-investment-hub-to-attract-expats-and-investors/