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Duty-Free Drama: King Power Wants Out of AOT Airport Deals

 

File photo courtesy of King Power

 

King Power Duty Free Company Limited (KPD) has formally requested a cancellation of its duty-free concession contracts with Airports of Thailand (AOT). This move affects key airports, including Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Hat Yai, and rocked the market as AOT's stock nosedived by 8.40% following the announcement.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363883-duty-free-drama-king-power-wants-out-of-aot-airport-deals/

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Thai PM Orders 24/7 Watch on Israel-Iran, Cambodia Border Tensions

 

Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has commanded around-the-clock surveillance on the escalating Israeli-Iranian conflict and tensions at the Thai-Cambodian border.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363908-thai-pm-orders-247-watch-on-israel-iran-cambodia-border-tensions/

 

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German Drug Dealer Arrested in Major Pattaya Sting Operation

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon

 

In a significant breakthrough, Pattaya police have arrested a major drug dealer following a successful sting operation. The suspect, a 42-year-old German man known as Mike, was apprehended with over 427 grammes of cocaine and a firearm, marking the culmination of an operation aimed at tackling foreign drug dealers in the area.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363917-german-drug-dealer-arrested-in-major-pattaya-sting-operation/

 

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Three Nigerian Nationals Arrested in Phuket for Overstaying

 

Picture courtesy of Phuket News

 

Phuket Immigration officers have arrested three Nigerian men for overstaying their visas, with one exceeding his legal stay by almost seven months. This action is part of a broader crackdown on visa violations and criminal activity on the island.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363918-three-nigerian-nationals-arrested-in-phuket-for-overstaying/

 

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Global Casino Giants Eye Bangkok for Billion-Dollar Resorts

 

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Bangkok is set to become a hotspot for international casino titans as it prepares to approve integrated entertainment complexes. This initiative promises to significantly boost Thailand’s economy and tourism industry.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363921-global-casino-giants-eye-bangkok-for-billion-dollar-resorts/

 

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Thailand's Grand Ambition: Hosting F1 with 40 Billion Baht Plan

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thailand is racing towards a new ambition: hosting a Formula One (F1) Grand Prix by 2028, backed by a substantial 40 billion baht investment. Announced by Tourism and Sports Minister Surawong Thienthong on June 17, the nation’s Cabinet has given the green light to this high-octane initiative aimed at transforming Thailand into a world-class sporting destination.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363923-thailands-grand-ambition-hosting-f1-with-40-billion-baht-plan/

 

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Brit Beauty Queen Bows Out of Dating Due to Intimidated British Men

 

Picture courtesy of New York Post

 

Harriotte Lane, a striking 24-year-old from Newcastle, has taken a step back from dating, attributing her decision to the intimidation factor she believes her beauty queen status brings. Freshly crowned as Miss Grand United Kingdom, Harriotte is preparing to compete at Miss Grand International in Bangkok this October.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363924-brit-beauty-queen-bows-out-of-dating-due-to-intimidated-british-men/

 

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Police Raid in Saraburi Mistakenly Targets Innocent Board Game Enthusiasts

 

Photo via TikTok/ @nnannthc

 

In an unexpected twist, police in the central province of Saraburi launched a raid aimed at cracking down on illegal gambling, only to discover that the supposed suspects were merely playing a board game. The mix-up was captured on CCTV and shared widely on TikTok, attracting significant attention and sparking online debate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363925-police-raid-in-saraburi-mistakenly-targets-innocent-board-game-enthusiasts/

 

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Thai Man Seeks Justice After Unprovoked BBQ Restaurant Attack

 

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A Thai man is urgently seeking justice after being assaulted at a barbecue restaurant in Bangkok under baffling circumstances. The incident, which has sparked widespread outrage, occurred last Sunday when the victim, while dining with a friend, remarked on the unusually quiet restaurant.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363926-thai-man-seeks-justice-after-unprovoked-bbq-restaurant-attack/

 

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Thai Authorities Implement Border Ban to Poipet for Citizen Safety

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a significant development aimed at safeguarding its citizens, the Thai military has imposed a ban on crossing the border into Cambodia’s Poipet township. This restriction affects Thai nationals employed in entertainment venues and casinos, with immediate enforcement starting Tuesday morning.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363927-thai-authorities-implement-border-ban-to-poipet-for-citizen-safety/

 

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Bhumjaithai Party Faces EC Probe Over Alleged Senate Election Collusion

 

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The Bhumjaithai Party is under scrutiny as the Election Commission (EC) summons key figures over allegations of collusion in last year's Senate election. Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul acknowledged being among those called, suggesting the move could be politically motivated, hinting at whispers of potential party dissolution.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363928-bhumjaithai-party-faces-ec-probe-over-alleged-senate-election-collusion/

 

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Bolt Bikers Arrested in Pattaya for Illegally Selling DIY Firearms

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

In a significant crackdown on illegal firearms, Thai police arrested two motorbike taxi drivers in a late-night operation on June 15 in Pattaya. The pair was implicated in the production and sale of homemade guns, bringing an end to their dangerous side business in the bustling beach town.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363929-bolt-bikers-arrested-in-pattaya-for-illegally-selling-diy-firearms/

 

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Pattaya Drug Den Raids Lead to Arrests in Narcotics Crackdown

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

In a sweeping effort to combat the drug trade in Pattaya, Thai police executed two significant raids this week, targeting illegal drug activities and leaving a wake of arrested users and fleeing suspects.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363930-pattaya-drug-den-raids-lead-to-arrests-in-narcotics-crackdown/

 

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New Bank of Thailand Governor Selection Begins Amid Economic Challenges

 

Photo of Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput courtesy of BNN Bloomberg

 

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is in the process of appointing a new governor as Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput prepares to end his term on September 30. This selection is critical, as the incoming governor will play a key role in tackling economic challenges and shaping the country's monetary policy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363931-new-bank-of-thailand-governor-selection-begins-amid-economic-challenges/

 

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Thai Actor's Contract Terminated Amidst Scandal

 

Photo via Instagram/ @anotherboytj

 

A Thai entertainment agency has terminated its contract with actor Ratchaphat "Promp" Worasarn following shocking allegations of engaging in unprotected sex with multiple women and coercing a pregnant woman into having an abortion. The claims surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) when a user exposed the actor’s behaviour.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363932-thai-actors-contract-terminated-amidst-scandal/

 

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Jealousy and Violence: South Korean Man Arrested in Dramatic Pattaya Incident

 

Pictures courtesy of Thairath

 

In a shocking turn of events in Pattaya, a South Korean man was arrested after holding his Thai girlfriend captive for nearly 24 hours, threatening her with a gun due to suspected infidelity.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363933-jealousy-and-violence-south-korean-man-arrested-in-dramatic-pattaya-incident/

 

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Drunk Police Officer Faces Charges After Fatal Crash in Nakhon Si Thammarat

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

A police officer, found heavily intoxicated, faces serious charges following a tragic car crash that resulted in the death of a 62-year-old woman in Nakhon Si Thammarat on June 15.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363935-drunk-police-officer-faces-charges-after-fatal-crash-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/

 

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Lampang Man's Bus Death Highlights Urgency of Wellness Awareness

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin TV

 

A 38-year-old man from Lampang province tragically died on a bus journey from Nakhon Ratchasima to Chiang Mai, with an autopsy revealing the cause as necrotising fasciitis, or flesh-eating bacteria.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363936-lampang-mans-bus-death-highlights-urgency-of-wellness-awareness/

 

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Explosion at Surin Border Sparks Alarm but Revealed as Accident

 

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A loud explosion at the Chong Chom border crossing in Surin province caused panic among residents on both the Thai and Cambodian sides early on June 16. Initially feared to be a military incident, the blast was later confirmed as an accident involving a Cambodian excavator operator.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363938-explosion-at-surin-border-sparks-alarm-but-revealed-as-accident/

 

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Jellyfish Invasion Shocks Pattaya Beach Holidaymakers

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

Tourists on Pattaya Beach were in for a surprise when over 100,000 jellyfish washed ashore, covering a 3-kilometre stretch from north to south. This unexpected invasion on June 16 left beachgoers and locals astonished.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363939-jellyfish-invasion-shocks-pattaya-beach-holidaymakers/

 

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Pair Arrested for Hiding Meth in Parcel at Bangkok Delivery Firm

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A warehouse manager and her partner, both working for a delivery company, have been arrested for allegedly hiding methamphetamine in a parcel.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363940-pair-arrested-for-hiding-meth-in-parcel-at-bangkok-delivery-firm/