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Thai Oil Implements Emergency Response After Sriracha Oil Spill

 

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Thai Oil Public Company Limited has mobilised an emergency response after an oil spill occurred in the open sea near Sriracha, Chonburi Province. The spill originated from the Singapore-flagged crude oil tanker, Phoenix Jamnagar, docked at the SBM-2 (Single Buoy Mooring) terminal. A black oil slick, roughly 10 square metres in size, was reported drifting in the affected area.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362884-thai-oil-implements-emergency-response-after-sriracha-oil-spill/

 

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Surin Schools Conduct Evacuation Drill Amid Border Tensions

 

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In response to ongoing tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border, schools under the Border Patrol Police (BPP) Division in Surin province conducted a comprehensive evacuation drill on the morning of June 6. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362887-surin-schools-conduct-evacuation-drill-amid-border-tensions/

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Thailand Ready for Military Action Amidst Cambodia Border Tensions

 

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In an escalating border dispute with Cambodia, Thailand's military has declared readiness for a "high-level operation" to counter any breach of its sovereignty. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362883-thailand-ready-for-military-action-amidst-cambodia-border-tensions/

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Thai Woman Finds Abandoned Box with 12 Million Baht in Condo Waste Area

 

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In an unexpected turn of events in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, a woman stumbled upon a plastic box containing an astonishing 12 million baht in cash while taking out the rubbish at her condominium. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362900-thai-woman-finds-abandoned-box-with-12-million-baht-in-condo-waste-area/

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Bangkok Cracks Down on Chinatown Tuk-Tuk Scams

 

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In a move to enhance safety and ease congestion in Bangkok's Chinatown, Dr Suchatvee "A" Suwansawat, a prominent political figure, spearheaded a campaign alongside local authorities to tackle the issue of public transport overcharging and traffic jams.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362921-bangkok-cracks-down-on-chinatown-tuk-tuk-scams/

 

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Man Killed After NGV Crashes Into Road Sign and Erupts into Flames
 

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A man died in a fiery crash in the early hours of the morning of 6 June, after his CNG powered car collided with a road sign and exploded, trapping him inside as the vehicle was engulfed in flames.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362922-man-killed-after-ngv-crashes-into-road-sign-and-erupts-into-flames/

 

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Man Arrested for Aiding Call Centre Scam That Duped Woman into Transferring 3 Million Baht
 

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A 48-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a sophisticated call centre scam in which a woman was deceived into undressing on a video call and ultimately transferring over 3 million baht to a criminal gang posing as law enforcement.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362923-man-arrested-for-aiding-call-centre-scam-that-duped-woman-into-transferring-3-million-baht/

 

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Lawyer Claims 12 Million Baht Found in Condo Was Forgotten Due to Flood

 

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In a peculiar turn of events, the owner of 12 million baht (£270,000) in cash has surfaced to clarify its baffling discovery. The money was recently found in a grey plastic box alongside a condominium lift in Muang Thong Thani, Pak Kret, by a good Samaritan.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362900-thai-woman-finds-abandoned-box-with-12-million-baht-in-condo-waste-area/#findComment-19853081

 

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Search Underway for Missing 74-Year-Old Man with Diabetes Who Disappeared

 

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A 74-year-old man suffering from diabetes and high blood pressure has been missing for two days after venturing alone into the forested hills near his home to gather wood for making tool handles.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362924-search-underway-for-missing-74-year-old-man-with-diabetes-who-disappeared/

 

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Polish Tourist Avoids Robbery in Udon Thani Thanks to Language Barrier

 

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A pair of would-be robbers in Udon Thani left empty-handed after an attempted mugging of a Polish woman went awry due to communication issues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362926-polish-tourist-avoids-robbery-in-udon-thani-thanks-to-language-barrier/

 

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Two Dead, Three Injured as Car Flips Over Central Reservation After Night Out in Bangkok

 

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Two men were killed and three others injured in a horrific early-morning crash after their car flipped over a central reservation on Chalong Krung Road in Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362925-two-dead-three-injured-as-car-flips-over-central-reservation-after-night-out-in-bangkok/

 

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Personal Trainer Found Dead in Car: Family Blames Ex-Partner in ฿2 Million Fraud Case
 

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A 34-year-old personal trainer was found dead in a car in Nakhon Sawan in what is believed to be a case of suicide linked to severe depression and a financial dispute with a former partner.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362927-personal-trainer-found-dead-in-car-family-blames-ex-partner-in-฿2-million-fraud-case/

 

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Danish Man's Tragic Fate: Missing in Thailand, Found Dead in Cell

 

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A Dane, missing in Thailand since March, was found dead after two months in police custody. Jakob Jensen, 41, was last seen behaving erratically in Bangkok traffic on March 26 and was promptly placed in a holding cell, where he later died.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1360439-danish-man-missing-in-thailand-family-urges-for-public-assistance/page/2/#findComment-19853100

 

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Retired Teacher Killed Crossing Road in Chonburi

 

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A retired teacher was struck and killed by a pickup truck while crossing Sukhumvit Road in Chonburi, early on the morning of 6 June.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362928-retired-teacher-killed-crossing-road-in-chonburi/

 

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Cambodia Masses 12,000 Soldiers at Thai Border Amid Tensions

 

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Cambodia has deployed 12,000 troops to the Thai-Cambodian border area of Chong Bok, Ubon Ratchathani, according to local security sources.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362929-cambodia-masses-12000-soldiers-at-thai-border-amid-tensions/

 

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Elderly Father 82, Shoots Drug-Addicted Son Dead After Years of Abuse

 

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An 82-year-old man in Kanchanaburi has confessed to shooting his drug-addicted son dead in what police are describing as a culmination of years of domestic abuse and torment.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362930-elderly-father-82-shoots-drug-addicted-son-dead-after-years-of-abuse/

 

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Crash Claims Lives of Two Thai Students on Way to School
 

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A road crash in Ratchaburi Province has claimed the lives of two 18-year-old students who were travelling by motorcycle to attend classes on the morning of 6 June.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362931-crash-claims-lives-of-two-thai-students-on-way-to-school/

 

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Mushroom Forager Stumbles Upon RPG  and Landmine Near Thai-Cambodian Border

 

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A man searching for mushrooms near the Thai-Cambodian border was shocked to discover a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) and a landmine in a forested area known for leftover munitions.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362932-mushroom-forager-stumbles-upon-rpg- and-landmine-near-thai-cambodian-border/

 

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Woman Killed After Being Hit and Crushed by Lorry While Alighting from Bus in Chonburi

 

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A 65-year-old woman was killed on the afternoon of 6 June, after being struck by an 18-wheeler lorry while disembarking from a passenger vehicle on a busy road in Phan Thong District, Chonburi Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362945-woman-killed-after-being-hit-and-crushed-by-lorry-while-alighting-from-bus-in-chonburi/

 

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Ministry of Transport Backs Down Over Double-Decker Bus Ban on Khao Phap Pha Route

 

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The Ministry of Transport has agreed to reconsider its controversial ban on double-decker buses travelling along several steep mountain routes, most notably the Khao Phap Pha section of Highway 4 connecting Trang and Phatthalung. The decision follows a large-scale protest by operators and a growing backlash from local businesses and the tourism sector.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362946-ministry-of-transport-backs-down-over-double-decker-bus-ban-on-khao-phap-pha-route/

 

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Defence Minister Quashes Coup Rumours Amid Thai-Cambodian Tensions

 

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Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has swiftly brushed aside concerns about a potential coup following public dissent over the government's handling of the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border tensions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362948-defence-minister-quashes-coup-rumours-amid-thai-cambodian-tensions/

 

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Chonburi Karaoke Bar Raided for Underage Prostitution

 

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Thai authorities have raided a karaoke bar in Chonburi, finding minors exploited for sexual services amidst customer entertainment. Despite clear evidence, the owner remains defiant.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362950-chonburi-karaoke-bar-raided-for-underage-prostitution/

 

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Electric Bicycle Charging Sparks Condo Blaze in Pattaya – Fire Alarm Does Not Sound

 

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Panic gripped residents of a Pattaya condominium early morning on 7 June, after a fire broke out due to an exploding electric bicycle battery, forcing occupants to flee. The building’s fire alarm failed to activate during the initial outbreak.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362959-electric-bicycle-charging-sparks-condo-blaze-in-pattaya-–-fire-alarm-does-not-sound/

 

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Royal Thai Navy Task Force Halts Thai-Cambodian Tourist Crossings at Chanthaburi Checkpoint

 

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The Royal Thai Navy’s Chanthaburi Special Marine Task Force has issued an urgent directive temporarily suspending tourist cross-border travel, at the permanent border crossing.between,  Ban Laem and Ban Phakkard. The measure comes amid rising security concerns linked to perceived threats from Cambodia.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362967-royal-thai-navy-task-force-halts-thai-cambodian-tourist-crossings-at-chanthaburi-checkpoint/

 

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No Border Closure at Ban Laem and Ban Phak Kad Checkpoints, Confirms Marine Task Force Commander

 

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The Commander of the Royal Thai Marine Special Task Force in Chanthaburi has confirmed that there is no permanent closure of the Ban Laem and Ban Phak Kad border checkpoints, amid public concern sparked by a widely circulated urgent directive.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362967-royal-thai-navy-task-force-halts-thai-cambodian-tourist-crossings-at-chanthaburi-checkpoint/#findComment-19854911