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New Thai Cabinet Finalised: PM Paetongtarn Takes Culture Minister Role

 

File photo – Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, center, arrives at Government House for a cabinet meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

The new Thai Cabinet has been finalised, with the Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, also assuming the role of Minister of Culture.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365205-new-thai-cabinet-finalised-pm-paetongtarn-takes-culture-minister-role/

 

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Driver Error Sends Pickup Crashing into Bangkok Police Station

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod via The Thaiger

 

BANGKOK – In a startling turn of events, a Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck ploughed into the entrance of the Yannawa Police Station, Bangkok.

 

Full story: 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1365218-driver-error-sends-pickup-crashing-into-bangkok-police-station/

 

 

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Bangkok Expressway Horror: Biker Appears Asleep Before Crash
 

Picture courtesy of ประชาสัมพันธ์

 

A dramatic incident unfolded on a Bangkok expressway when a motorcyclist, who appeared to have fallen asleep while riding, crashed into the rear of a slow moving tanker. Despite the seriousness of the collision, the rider escaped with only minor injuries and was admitted to hospital for overnight observation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365219-bangkok-expressway-horror-biker-appears-asleep-before-crash/

 

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Fire Erupts at Tissue Paper Factory in Saraburi, Reports of People Trapped Inside

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

Emergency crews are battling a fire that broke out on 30 June, at a tissue paper factory located in Hemaraj Industrial Estate, Soi 8, Nong Khae District, Saraburi Province. The incident, first reported just before midday, has sent thick black smoke billowing into the sky, causing alarm across the area and prompting a major emergency response.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365240-fire-erupts-at-tissue-paper-factory-in-saraburi-reports-of-people-trapped-inside/