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Thailand’s Songkran: 200 Deaths Mark '7 Dangerous Days' of Festival

 

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As Thailand's Songkran festival, the traditional Thai New Year, unfolds, the joyous celebration has been overshadowed by a grim reality. The Road Safety Centre reports that the death toll has climbed to 200, with over 1,300 injuries during the first six days of the festival, putting a spotlight on the country's persistent road safety challenges.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358014-thailand’s-songkran-200-deaths-mark-7-dangerous-days-of-festival/

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Road Rage Scandal: Politician's Son in BMW Causes Devastating Crash - video

 

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In Pathum Thani, central Thailand, a severe road rage incident involving a local political figure's son has captivated public attention and sparked outrage. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358018-road-rage-scandal-politicians-son-in-bmw-causes-devastating-crash-video/

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Thailand's AI Robocop Debuts at Songkran Water Festival

 

Pictures courtesy of The Nation

 

Thailand has unveiled its latest innovation in law enforcement: AI Police Cyborg 1.0, making its grand debut at the lively Songkran water festival on Tonson Road in Nakhon Pathom. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358019-thailands-ai-robocop-debuts-at-songkran-water-festival/

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Anwar Ibrahim's Thailand Visit: High-Stakes Meeting with Thaksin

 

In this photo released by the Thailand's Government Spokesman Office, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, left, shakes hands with Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, right, in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Thailand's Government Spokesman Office via AP)

 

Malaysia's Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, touches down in Bangkok for his second working visit since taking office in 2022.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358055-anwar-ibrahims-thailand-visit-high-stakes-meeting-with-thaksin/

 

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Young Man to Sue Thai Police After Six-Day Detention Drama

 

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

Nakhon Si Thammarat -  23-year-old man, known only as "Puris," is planning to take legal action against local police for detaining him for six days on an attempted murder charge—despite clear evidence of his innocence.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358056-young-man-to-sue-thai-police-after-six-day-detention-drama/

 

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Man Found Dead in Udon Thani Rice Field, Loyal Dog Keeps Vigil Beside Body

 

Picture courtesy of Daily News.

 

A 53-year-old man was found dead near his rice field shelter in Udon Thani, with his loyal dog keeping watch over his body. The man is believed to have accidentally shot himself while preparing to shoot a chicken for food.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358057-man-found-dead-in-udon-thani-rice-field-loyal-dog-keeps-vigil-beside-body/

 

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Hunter in Forest Mistakes Friend for Wild Boar

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A hunting incident has left one man dead after he was mistakenly shot by his close friend, who believed he was aiming at a wild boar.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358058-hunter-in-forest-mistakes-friend-for-wild-boar/

 

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Musician Falls to Death in Wang Thonglang District
 

 

A 34-year-old musician has died after falling from a building in Bangkok’s Wang Thonglang district early morning of 17 Aptil.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358059-musician-falls-to-death-in-wang-thonglang-district/

 

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Chinese-Funded Factory Sparks Uproar in Rayong After Land Raising Floods Homes

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

Residents of a Rayong community are demanding urgent action after claiming a Chinese-backed company illegally filled land to raise the ground level, to build a factory, causing severe flooding and structural damage to neighbouring homes.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358060-chinese-funded-factory-sparks-uproar-in-rayong-after-land-raising-floods-homes/

 

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Man Arrested for Burgling Dental Clinic to Fund His Partying

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A 48-year-old man has been arrested by Lak Song Police for breaking into a dental clinic and stealing valuable items including gold jewellery and amulets, allegedly in an attempt to fund his partying at Sanam Luang.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358061-man-arrested-for-burgling-dental-clinic-to-fund-his-partying/

 

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Son of Local Council Candidate Arrested for Fatal Songkran Shooting in Phichit

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon.

 

Police have arrested the 18-year-old son of a local council candidate in Wang Sai Phun District, Phichit Province, following the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old vocational student during Songkran celebrations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358035-tragic-end-to-songkran-teen-fatally-shot-in-phichit-province/#findComment-19738837

 

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Minivan Driver Killed Instantly in Horrific Crash with Lorry

 

 

A minivan driver was killed in a collision on Asia Highway in Bang Pahan District, Ayutthaya Province, after being struck by a trailer truck while inspecting the rear door of his vehicle.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358062-minivan-driver-killed-instantly-in-horrific-crash-with-lorry/

 

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Public Warned About Fake M-Flow Websites Designed to Steal Credit Card Details

 

Picture courtesy of CIB

 

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has issued a public warning about fraudulent websites impersonating the official M-Flow electronic toll collection service, urging citizens to exercise caution when accessing links that appear to be associated with the platform.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358064-public-warned-about-fake-m-flow-websites-designed-to-steal-credit-card-details/

 

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Dramatic Police Chase in Nakhon Phanom as Drunk-Driving Fears Spark Panic

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A man sparked a dramatic police pursuit in Nakhon Phanom province after speeding through a checkpoint and running a red light, all because he feared being caught driving under the influence. As it turned out, his blood alcohol level was within legal limits.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358065-dramatic-police-chase-in-nakhon-phanom-as-drunk-driving-fears-spark-panic/

 

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Drug-Fuelled Rampage: Woman Armed with Knives Tries to Attack Ex-Girlfriend in Rayong

 

Picture courtesy of CH7.

 

A woman under the influence of methamphetamine was apprehended by authorities just moments before she could attack her ex-girlfriend and relatives with knives in Klaeng district, Rayong province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358066-drug-fuelled-rampage-woman-armed-with-knives-tries-to-attack-ex-girlfriend-in-rayong/

 

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Chiang Mai’s Songkran Sees Strong Turnout Despite Earthquake Jitters and Rate Cuts

 

File photo courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 

 

Despite Songkran festivities boosting occupancy, Chiang Mai hotels slashed rates due to a lingering earthquake scare. Attempting to draw in hesitant domestic travellers, room rates saw an uncharacteristic dip, marking this year's holiday with a twist.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358067-chiang-mai’s-songkran-sees-strong-turnout-despite-earthquake-jitters-and-rate-cuts/

 

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Daughter Killed in Crash While Rushing to Pick Up Mother from Work

 

 

A 42-year-old woman lost her life in a road crash while riding her motorcycle to collect her mother from work. The collision occurred on Mittraphap Road, in front of a petrol station in Phitsanulok, when she slammed into the back of a parked pickup truck. Despite emergency CPR efforts, she could not be revived.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358068-daughter-killed-in-crash-while-rushing-to-pick-up-mother-from-work/

 

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Health Department Sprays Chemicals at OAG Collapse Site to Combat Flies & Prevent Disease

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has launched an urgent sanitation campaign to eliminate flies and prevent disease at the site of the collapsed Office of the Auditor General (OAG) building. Chemical spraying is being carried out in stagnant water areas and garbage pits, amid concerns about diarrhoea outbreaks and the safety of workers on site.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358069-health-department-sprays-chemicals-at-oag-collapse-site-to-combat-flies-prevent-disease/

 

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Changing Guard: Bank of Thailand Begins Search for Next Governor

 

Picture courtesy of thansettakij

 

Thailand is on the hunt for a new Bank of Thailand governor as Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput’s term finishes on 30th September.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358070-changing-guard-bank-of-thailand-begins-search-for-next-governor/

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Jealous Boyfriend Guns Down Ex-Girlfriend After Reconciliation Fails in Yasothon

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A 24-year-old woman was shot dead by her ex-boyfriend in the early hours of the morning of 17 April, after fleeing their abusive relationship. The suspect, 30-year-old Mr. Phantawat, was arrested shortly after the incident and has confessed to the killing.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358072-jealous-boyfriend-guns-down-ex-girlfriend-after-reconciliation-fails-in-yasothon/

 

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Swedish Man Sparks Airport Bomb Alert with Unclaimed Luggage

 

Pictures courtesy of Daily News

 

A Swedish man inadvertently caused a security scare at Udon Thani airport by leaving a suitcase containing explosive ingredients. Authorities quickly apprehended him at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358073-swedish-man-sparks-airport-bomb-alert-with-unclaimed-luggage/

 

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Veteran Mechanic Killed After Car Jack Collapses While Repairing Vehicle

 

 

An incident has claimed the life of a 72-year-old retired mechanic who was working underneath a car outside his home in Taling Chan, Bangkok, when the jack supporting the vehicle collapsed. The man, who had often carried out repairs on the same car, was found dead under the vehicle late evening on 17 April.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358074-veteran-mechanic-killed-after-car-jack-collapses-while-repairing-vehicle/

 

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Myanmar Worker Killed in Double Road Collision, Crossing Road in Pathum Thani
 

Picture courtesy of Matichon.

 

A 36-year-old Myanmar national was killed in a horrific road collision after being struck by two vehicles while attempting to cross a road in Pathum Thani province on the night of 16 April. Neither car stopped at the scene.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358075-myanmar-worker-killed-in-double-road-collision-crossing-road-in-pathum-thani/

 

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Woman Mauled by Pit Bull Cross She Adopted From Shelter
 

Picture of the victim courtesy of Komchadluek

 

A 40-year-old woman has been seriously injured after being viciously attacked by a pit bull cross she had adopted from a local animal shelter. The incident occurred near Wat Kai Tia temple in Wang Yang subdistrict, Si Prachan district of Suphan Buri province at around 10:30 on 17 April.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358076-woman-mauled-by-pit-bull-cross-she-adopted-from-shelter/

 

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Man Kicks Over Motorbike in Rage, Now Charged with Five Offences - video

 

Picture courtesy Thai Rath

 

A man in Chiang Mai, dubbed the "angry man," has been arrested after kicking over a motorbike on the road, claiming he acted out after a fight with his wife. He now faces five serious charges.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358077-man-kicks-over-motorbike-in-rage-now-charged-with-five-offences-video/

 

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Mother Donates Organs of 14-Year-Old Son, Helping Four Lives After Songkran Death

 

Picture courtesy of CH3.

 

In a story that has touched many hearts across the nation, a mother from Phitsanulok has turned unimaginable grief into a powerful act of love, compassion, and hope. Ms Waripin, 31, from Plai Chumphon Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phitsanulok, made the decision to donate the organs of her 14-year-old son following a fatal road collision during the Songkran holiday.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358079-mother-donates-organs-of-14-year-old-son-helping-four-lives-after-songkran-death/

 

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Man Swallows 100 Meth Pills to Evade Arrest – Ends Up in Hospital
 

Picture courtesy of Kaoded.

 

A 40-year-old man is in hospital after reportedly swallowing around 100 methamphetamine pills in a desperate attempt to evade arrest. The dramatic incident unfolded in Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan province, when local police spotted the man acting suspiciously in a sedan parked at the roadside.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358081-man-swallows-100-meth-pills-to-evade-arrest-–-ends-up-in-hospital/

 

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Design Flaw, Forgery Allegations Surface in Deadly SAO Building Collapse

 

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)

 

In a startling revelation, the SAO building collapse on March 28 may have been caused by a design blunder in the elevator shaft.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358082-design-flaw-forgery-allegations-surface-in-deadly-sao-building-collapse/

 

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Safe Sex Push: Gov’t Warns Dangers of Festive Fling Risks

 

Picture courtesy of NBT WORLD

 

The Ministry of Public Health is sounding the alarm as festivities and merriment could come with unintended health risks. With jollities in full swing, there's an uptick in alcohol consumption, potentially leading to unprotected sexual encounters, raising the spectre of HIV transmission. The Ministry is promoting prevention to ensure the public stays informed and safe.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358088-safe-sex-push-gov’t-warns-dangers-of-festive-fling-risks/

 

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Minister Anutin Reports Decrease in Deaths During Songkran, Urges Year-Round Vigilance
 

Pictures courtesy of DDPM.

 

Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reported a significant decrease in road crashes, injuries, and fatalities during this year’s Songkran holiday period, crediting an integrated and proactive road safety campaign. Speaking at the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), he stressed the need for continued efforts to ensure road safety across the country year-round.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358103-minister-anutin-reports-decrease-in-deaths-during-songkran-urges-year-round-vigilance/