Russian Motorcyclist Dies in High-Speed Crash on Phuket's Bypass Road

 

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In a tragic incident early this morning, a Russian man lost his life in a severe motorcycle crash on Phuket's Chaloem Phrakiat Rama 9 Road. The accident, occurring in the Ratsada sub-district, resulted in the man's body being split in half due to the impact with an electricity pole.

 

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Phuket Forum Engages 600 Stakeholders on National Policy Map Draft

 

 

The Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning recently organised a significant public forum in Phuket, aiming to gather extensive feedback on a draft national policy map. Attended by over 600 stakeholders from diverse sectors across southern Thailand, the event proved a pivotal moment for regional planning and development.

 

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Late-Night Ride in Pattaya Ends in Serious Crash, Injuries

 

 

A joyride in East Pattaya turned perilous when a foreign biker reportedly cut off a teenager's scooter, causing a violent crash that left both riders seriously injured. The incident occurred on Sunday, March 30 in Soi Khao Noi (Boon Samphan), near Chokchai Village 7.

 

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Parking Chaos in Pattaya Ignites Local Outrage Over Vanishing Pavements

 

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Pattaya's residents are at their wits' end as pavements across the city are being swallowed by illegally parked cars and motorbikes. With footpaths resembling more a dealership than a walkway, community members are decrying the lax enforcement that has emboldened this unruly behaviour.

 

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Police Inspector Arrested in Thailand’s 2 Million Methamphetamine Pills Bust

 

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In northeast Thailand, a police inspector was apprehended for his involvement in a major drug trafficking operation. The sting operation, conducted by Region 3 police along Route 24 in the Nong Bunnak district of Nakhon Ratchasima, thwarted the transport of two million methamphetamine pills.

 

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Man Accused of Fatal Assault in Khon Kaen, Prompting Police Investigation

 

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A 53-year-old man from Khon Kaen province is under investigation following a fatal assault on a fellow villager during a local event. The accused, Thanin Saenbut, allegedly attacked 50-year-old Thewa, leading to injuries that resulted in Thewa's death at a hospital.

 

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Police Bust Car-Rental Scam, Arrest Two Suspects in Cross-Border Scheme

 

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A sophisticated car-rental scam has been dismantled following the arrest of two suspects accused of stealing a vehicle and smuggling it abroad. In coordinated operations, officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and Crime Suppression Division (CSD) apprehended Sakthanan in Nonthaburi and Khemanan in Bangkok's Lat Phrao district. Sakthanan faces charges of embezzlement, while Khemanan is charged with joint theft.

 

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Street Vendor’s Bag Containing Over 100,000 Baht Stolen Near Mo Chit

 

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A street vendor suffered a significant loss after misplacing a bag containing more than 100,000 baht at her shop near BTS Mo Chit. The incident unfolded on March 31 around 3pm when the vendor, 29-year-old Jeeranan, realised her bag was missing after leaving her stall earlier in the day.

 

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Thailand Quake Spurs Insurance Shake-Up: Coverage Changes Loom

 

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The insurance industry in Thailand is facing significant changes following a powerful earthquake that struck much of the country, including Bangkok, last Friday. In light of increasing natural disaster risks, the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA) has announced that free earthquake coverage will no longer be standard. Earthquake insurance will be separated from traditional fire insurance policies, marking a shift in how these risks are managed.

 

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Hero Cyclist Navigates Gridlock to Aid Ambulance in Thailand Quake - video

 

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Amid the chaos of gridlocked streets triggered by the recent earthquake in Myanmar, an unnamed cyclist emerged as an unexpected hero in Thailand. On March 28th, a day marked by tremors that swept through the region, this cyclist selflessly guided a private ambulance through the congested roads, possibly saving the life of a gravely ill patient.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356458-hero-cyclist-navigates-gridlock-to-aid-ambulance-in-thailand-quake-video/

 

Bangkok Teams Up with Airbnb.org for Earthquake Relief Accommodation

 

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Bangkok has joined forces with Airbnb.org to offer free temporary accommodation to those displaced by a recent earthquake, along with rescue workers and volunteers assisting in the relief efforts. Announced by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) on March 31, this initiative aims to support individuals who cannot return to their homes due to damage caused by the earthquake.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356467-bangkok-teams-up-with-airbnborg-for-earthquake-relief-accommodation/

 

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