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Sunburn Nightmare: British Teen’s Thailand Trip Derailed by Sun

 

Picture courtesy of Emilia Azarova

 

A British teenager's dream holiday in Thailand quickly turned into a distressing ordeal after she suffered severe sunburn on her first day.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365591-sunburn-nightmare-british-teen’s-thailand-trip-derailed-by-sun/

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James Bond Museum Fiasco: A Costly 40 Million Baht Blunder

 

Photo courtesy of Good Trips Thailand Travel Agency

 

In a stunning mishap, a museum in Phang Nga honouring James Bond has turned into an unfortunate spectacle, as the 40-million-baht attraction succumbed to neglect just a day after its grand opening.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365599-james-bond-museum-fiasco-a-costly-40-million-baht-blunder/

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German-Thai Couple's Generosity Thrills Kalasin Villagers

 

Picture courtesy of Thai Newsroom

 

In Kalasin province, Thailand, an unusual celebration unfolded as a kind-hearted German-Thai couple, Dr Rainer Kuppy and Mrs Manirat Chaiyasiha, delighted villagers by distributing 2,000 eggs. This gesture coincided with a major donation for the construction of a monks' residence at the newly opened Wat Pa Si Sutthawat temple.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365601-german-thai-couples-generosity-thrills-kalasin-villagers/

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Taxi Driver Strands Schoolgirls, Demands Double Fare in Bangkok

 

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In a shocking incident in Nonthaburi, a group of schoolgirls were left drenched and fearful after a taxi driver demanded double the fare and abandoned them in a rainstorm. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365626-taxi-driver-strands-schoolgirls-demands-double-fare-in-bangkok/

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Red Bull's Yoovidhya Tops as Thailand's Rich List Revealed

 

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The Yoovidhya family, co-owners of Red Bull, have clinched the top spot as Thailand’s richest. Their immense net worth soared, highlighting the country's ever-evolving wealth landscape.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365641-red-bulls-yoovidhya-tops-as-thailands-rich-list-revealed/

 

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Man Killed After Vespa Crashes Into Parked Van in Nonthaburi 

 

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A 33-year-old man lost his life in the early hours of 3 July, after crashing his Vespa motorbike into the rear of a parked van in Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi. 
 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365642-man-killed-after-vespa-crashes-into-parked-van-in-nonthaburi /

 

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Sri Lankan Man Caught Smuggling Ball Pythons in Underwear at Suvarnabhumi Airport

 

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In a bizarre and alarming case of wildlife trafficking, Authorities arrested a Sri Lankan national at Suvarnabhumi Airport after discovering three live ball pythons hidden inside his underwear.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365643-sri-lankan-man-caught-smuggling-ball-pythons-in-underwear-at-suvarnabhumi-airport/

 

 

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Two Women Arrested in Khon Kaen for Sharing Explicit Videos Online

 

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Police in Khon Kaen apprehend two women for posting explicit clips on social media to earn significant profits.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365644-two-women-arrested-in-khon-kaen-for-sharing-explicit-videos-online/

 

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Bangkok to Dim Dazzling Billboards with New Brightness Rules

 

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Bangkok’s skyline is set for a less glaring future as the Bangkok Metropolitan Council acts to curtail the blinding brightness of local billboards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365645-bangkok-to-dim-dazzling-billboards-with-new-brightness-rules/

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Loan Shark Arrested After Charging Brutal Interest on ฿3,000 Loan

 

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A notorious loan shark in Buriram province has been arrested after charging exorbitant interest on a small ฿3,000 loan, which ballooned into over ฿59,000 in repayments over a seven-month period. The lender also allegedly subjected the borrower to ongoing threats and harassment at her home and workplace.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365646-loan-shark-arrested-after-charging-brutal-interest-on-฿3000-loan/

 

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Singapore Urges Peace in Thai-Cambodian Border Tensions

 

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In a bid to calm rising tensions, Singapore has called upon Thailand and Cambodia to exercise restraint and engage in dialogue over an escalating border dispute. Singapore’s Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, emphasised this message during his recent visit to Phnom Penh, urging both nations to adhere to international law.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365648-singapore-urges-peace-in-thai-cambodian-border-tensions/

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Homemade Bomb Found Near Go-Kart Track in Pattaya

 

Picture courtesy of TMN.

 

Police in Pattaya were alerted in the early hours of 3 July, to a suspected explosive device found near a go-kart racetrack in South Pattaya.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365647-homemade-bomb-found-near-go-kart-track-in-pattaya/

 

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Urban Peril, Viral Video of Electric Mobility Trike Driving on Main Road Sparks Concerns

 

Picture courtesy of Daily News

 

A viral video showing a three-wheeled electric mobility scooter driving alongside large vehicles on a busy main road has sparked widespread concern among netizens, prompting calls for clearer safety regulations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365649-urban-peril-viral-video-of-electric-mobility-trike-driving-on-main-road-sparks-concerns/

 

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New Cha-am Overpass Spurs Major Highway Upgrade Toward Hua Hin

 

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The Cha-am bypass has kicked off a travel transformation with the opening of a new overpass at the Huai Ta Paet intersection. This marks a major leap in the expansion of Highway 37, promising to ease travel between Cha-am and Hua Hin.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365650-new-cha-am-overpass-spurs-major-highway-upgrade-toward-hua-hin/

 

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Woman Injured After Metal Rods Falls from Truck in Khon Kaen

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A 21-year-old woman sustained head injuries after being struck by falling steel rods from a passing truck while waiting to turn onto the road on her motorcycle. The driver of the truck has apologised, admitting he had forgotten to secure the load.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365651-woman-injured-after-metal-rods-falls-from-truck-in-khon-kaen/

 

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Land Rover Drives Wrong Way, Collides with Mercedes on Expressway

 

Pictures courtesy of Thai Rath

 

A Land Rover drove the wrong way on the Chalong Rat Expressway, crashing head-on into a Mercedes. The collision left both vehicles severely damaged and overturned, and both drivers were injured. Police are examining CCTV footage to investigate further.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365654-land-rover-drives-wrong-way-collides-with-mercedes-on-expressway/

 

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Two Myanmar Men Stab Each Other to Death in Phuket Over Love Rivalry

 

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A romantic dispute between two Myanmar migrant workers ended in tragedy when both men fatally stabbed each other during a violent altercation in Phuket late on 2 July. The confrontation, reportedly sparked by their affection for the same woman, escalated beyond control after a failed attempt to resolve the issue peacefully.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365653-two-myanmar-men-stab-each-other-to-death-in-phuket-over-love-rivalry/

 

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CIB Warns Public of Fake SMS Scam Targeting “Khon La Khrueng” Tourism Scheme

 

Picture courtesy of CIB

 

Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding a new wave of fraudulent SMS messages designed to trick recipients into clicking malicious links in the name of the popular government tourism subsidy programme, Khon La Khrueng (Half-Half Co-Payment Scheme).

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365655-cib-warns-public-of-fake-sms-scam-targeting-“khon-la-khrueng”-tourism-scheme/

 

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House Chaos: First Meeting Ends in Under an Hour Due to Quorum Fiasco

 

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The much-anticipated first meeting of Thailand's newly opened House of Representatives session ended in disappointment today, lasting less than an hour due to quorum issues.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365657-house-chaos-first-meeting-ends-in-under-an-hour-due-to-quorum-fiasco/

 

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Woman Arrested After 14 Years on the Run for Armed Robbery

 

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A woman who had been on the run for over 14 years in connection with an armed robbery has finally been apprehended by police in Pathum Thani province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365658-woman-arrested-after-14-years-on-the-run-for-armed-robbery/

 

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Teacher Killed in Road Crash, Days Before House Blessing Ceremony

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin.

 

A 40-year-old vocational school teacher was killed in a road crash on the night of 2 July, just days before he and his fiancée were due to hold a traditional housewarming ceremony for their newly built home.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365659-teacher-killed-in-road-crash-days-before-house-blessing-ceremony/

 

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Immigration Officers Intercept Human Trafficking Operation Using Fake Documents in Tak

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin.

 

Immigration authorities in Tak province have arrested 17 individuals involved in an illegal human trafficking operation, including two Thai nationals accused of transporting 15 undocumented migrant workers using forged government documents.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365660-immigration-officers-intercept-human-trafficking-operation-using-fake-documents-in-tak/

 

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Phitsanulok: Ex-Soldier Shoots Ex-Wife’s New Partner Dead in Jealous Rage

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A domestic incident unfolded in Phitsanulok province, when a former soldier fatally shot the new partner of his ex-wife in a jealous rage after a failed reconciliation attempt.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365661-phitsanulok-ex-soldier-shoots-ex-wife’s-new-partner-dead-in-jealous-rage/

 

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DSI Raids Migrant Work Permit Firms in Alleged Bribery Scandal Worth Millions of Baht

 

Picture courtesy of Matichon.

 

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) launched coordinated raids on four locations in Bangkok linked to a suspected bribery and money laundering ring involving the renewal of work permits for Cambodian migrant workers. The case, which potentially involves over 700 million baht in illegal transactions, is also under investigation for ties to high-ranking Cambodian officials and Thai labour ministry personnel.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365662-dsi-raids-migrant-work-permit-firms-in-alleged-bribery-scandal-worth-millions-of-baht/

 

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Suphan Buri: Four-Month-Old Boy Dies After Falling from Hammock While Father Was at Work
 

Picture courtesy of Amarin.

 

A four-month-old baby boy has died after falling from a makeshift hammock in a workers’ dormitory while his father was away at work. The incident occurred on the morning of 3 July in U Thong District, Suphan Buri Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365663-suphan-buri-four-month-old-boy-dies-after-falling-from-hammock-while-father-was-at-work/

 

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Man Stabbed in Domestic Dispute Outside Pattaya Room —Wife Flees Scene

 

Picture courtesy of SiamChon.

 

Police and emergency services rushed to a reported stabbing incident outside a row of rental rooms opposite Soi Ko Phai 10 in South Pattaya, on 3 July.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365664-man-stabbed-in-domestic-dispute-outside-pattaya-room-—wife-flees-scene/

 

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Lamphun: 13-Year-Old Student Killed in Motorcycle Collision

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A carsh has claimed the life of a 13-year-old schoolboy after a collision between a pickup truck and a motorcycle on a two-lane road in Lamphun province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365665-lamphun-13-year-old-student-killed-in-motorcycle-collision/

 

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DSI Arrests Member of Cameroon Scam Network with 29 Fake Companies

 

Picture courtesy of Siam Rath

 

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has apprehended Kanokorn (surname withheld), accused of being part of an international scam syndicate linked to a network in Cameroon.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365670-dsi-arrests-member-of-cameroon-scam-network-with-29-fake-companies/

 

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Thai Deputy Education Minister Defends Language Errors in Old Posts

 

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The newly appointed Deputy Education Minister responds to criticism over incorrect Thai usage in past social media posts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365680-thai-deputy-education-minister-defends-language-errors-in-old-posts/

 

 

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Motorcyclist Rides Into Unlit Construction Pit in Pattaya

 

Picture courtesy of Kaoded.

 

A 42-year-old motorcyclist was left injured in the early hours of the morning of 4 July, after crashing into an poorly marked and unlit construction zone along Sukhumvit Road in South Pattaya.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365686-motorcyclist-rides-into-unlit-construction-pit-in-pattaya/