Chinese & Thai Nationals Arrested for Armed Robbery of Chinese Businessman in Pattaya

 

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A swift and coordinated police operation has led to the arrest of four suspects, two Chinese nationals and two Thais, who kidnapped and robbed a fellow Chinese businessman in Pattaya. The authorities have confirmed that the group falsely claimed to be police officers in order to carry out the crime.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366531-chinese-thai-nationals-arrested-for-armed-robbery-of-chinese-businessman-in-pattaya/

Fire Erupts at Auto Repair Shop Near Pattaya – One Injured & Multiple Vehicles Damaged
 

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A fire broke out on the afternoon of 13 July, at an automotive repair shop, just outside of Pattaya, causing significant damage and prompting a rapid response from emergency services.

 

 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366582-fire-erupts-at-auto-repair-shop-near-pattaya-–-one-injured-multiple-vehicles-damaged/

Controversial Chiang Mai Decorative Street Lamps to Be Removed Following Public Backlash
 

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The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) has ordered the complete removal of a series of decorative street lamps recently installed in Chiang Mai, following a wave of public criticism and concerns over their non-standard design.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366543-controversial-chiang-mai-decorative-street-lamps-to-be-removed-following-public-backlash/

Special Immigration Lanes Unveiled as Thailand Courts Chinese Families

 

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In response to a significant drop in Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, nearly halving since 2019, Thai tourism operators have called for measures to boost Chinese tourism. Recognising the economic impact, Thai authorities have taken action.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366592-special-immigration-lanes-unveiled-as-thailand-courts-chinese-families/

Iranian Man Arrested for Snatching Cash from Malaysian Tourist

 

Police in Huai Khwang have arrested an Iranian man for stealing 100,000 baht from a Malaysian tourist under the pretence of exchanging US dollars.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366593-iranian-man-arrested-for-snatching-cash-from-malaysian-tourist/

Police Detain Teen Biker Amid Criticism of Heavy-Handed Tactics

 

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In Chaiyaphum, police are under scrutiny after detaining a teenage biker in a seemingly forceful manner at a petrol station. The incident sparked debate online about the appropriateness of the officers'

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366594-police-detain-teen-biker-amid-criticism-of-heavy-handed-tactics/

 

Ammonia Leak Forces Evacuation Near Pattaya Ice Factory

 

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Authorities evacuated residents in Nong Prue, Chonburi, due to an ammonia leak at a local ice factory, which spread a pungent odour within a 100-metre radius.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366595-ammonia-leak-forces-evacuation-near-pattaya-ice-factory/

 

Trump's Tariff Troubles: Thai Academic Sounds Alarm on Key Issues

 

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In a dramatic development, a leading Thai academic is urging citizens to pay close attention to the unfolding negotiations regarding President Donald Trump's aggressive 36% tariff, which is set to hit Thai exports.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366596-trumps-tariff-troubles-thai-academic-sounds-alarm-on-key-issues/

 

Man Killed in Horror Motorbike Crash in Rayong

 

 

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A 24-year-old man has died in a gruesome motorcycle accident in Rayong province, with his body almost severed in two after crashing his dirt bike in the early hours of the morning of 13 July.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366597-man-killed-in-horror-motorbike-crash-in-rayong/

 

Thaksin’s Presence at Tariff Talks Justified, Says Pheu Thai

 

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Key figures in the Pheu Thai Party are brushing off fresh claims that ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra is unlawfully swaying the party, stressing his advisory role is entirely legitimate.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366598-thaksin-sparks-row-over-tariff-talks-in-pheu-thai-party/

 

Refuel-and-Run Drama: 100km Police Chase in Southern Thailand

 

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A freight truck driver led police on a wild 100-kilometre chase across six districts in southern Thailand after fleeing a petrol station without paying for diesel.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366599-refuel-and-run-drama-100km-police-chase-in-southern-thailand/

 

Double-Decker Buses Allowed on Six Risk-Prone Routes from 21 July
 

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The government has announced a temporary easing of restrictions on double-decker buses, allowing them to operate on six previously high-risk routes for a 180-day trial period starting 21 July 2025. However, Route 304, a notoriously dangerous road, remains off-limits due to ongoing safety concerns.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366600-double-decker-buses-allowed-on-six-risk-prone-routes-from-21-july/

 

Man Critically Injured in Sickle Attack After Allegedly Making Lewd Remarks
 

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A 61-year-old man has been left critically injured after being attacked with a sickle in a violent confrontation sparked by an alleged crude remark about a woman. The incident occurred in Soi Krungthep-Nonthaburi 3, Bang Khen Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366601-man-critically-injured-in sickle attack-after-allegedly-making-lewd-remarks/

 

Thai Ex-Ranger's Temple Punch-Up Sparks Border Tensions

 

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A former Thai paramilitary ranger was nabbed after landing punches on a Cambodian soldier at the historic Ta Muen Thom temple ruins. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, triggering a flurry of diplomatic activity.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366602-thai-ex-rangers-temple-punch-up-sparks-border-tensions/

 

Dubious Products Cleaned from Thai Online Shops

 

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In a tech-savvy crackdown, Thailand's government has unleashed "TISI Watch," an AI-driven system targeting dodgy products online. Aimed at boosting consumer safety and ensuring fair play in e-commerce, this initiative seeks to uphold stringent Thai Industrial Standards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366604-dubious-products-cleaned-from-thai-online-shops/

 

Two Dead, Two Injured in Early-Morning Crash in Si Sa Ket

 

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Two people have died and two others were injured after a car driver lost control and crashed into a roadside drainage pipe in the early hours of the morning of 13 July.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366603-two-dead-two-injured-in-early-morning-crash-in-si-sa-ket/

 

Sizzling Sukhumvit: New Model Promises Safer Streets

 

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In a bold move, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has revealed its "Sukhumvit Model", targeting safety and quality of life along the bustling Sukhumvit Road.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1366605-sizzling-sukhumvit-new-model-promises-safer-streets/

 

Three Young Boys Hailed as Heroes After Rescuing Woman from Canal in Pathum Thani
 

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Three courageous boys are being praised for their quick-thinking heroism after rescuing a woman from drowning in a canal near Soi Erawan 1 in Khlong Luang district.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366606-three-young-boys-hailed-as-heroes-after-rescuing-woman-from-canal-in-pathum-thani/

 

Southern Insurgents Detonate Bomb Near Patrol in Narathiwat
 

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A roadside bomb targeting security forces was detonated in Joh I Rong district, Narathiwat province, late morning, as officials were returning from investigating arson attacks on CCTV cameras. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported, although a military vehicle sustained damage.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366607-southern-insurgents-detonate-bomb-near-patrol-in-narathiwat/

 

Man Arrested for Arson on Teachers’ Homes and Health Officer’s Residence
 

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A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of deliberately setting fire to government residences in Surat Thani province, destroying three houses and partially damaging a traditional Thai massage building.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366608-man-arrested-for-arson-on-teachers’-homes-and-health-officer’s-residence/

 

Van Carrying Myanmar Workers Crashes Into Tree After Driver Falls Asleep
 

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A passenger van carrying Myanmar migrant workers crashed into a tree in Kamphaeng Phet province on the morning of 13 July, after the Thai driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel, injuring multiple passengers including one seriously. A two-month-old infant miraculously escaped unscathed.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366609-van-carrying-myanmar-workers-crashes-into-tree-after-driver-falls-asleep/

 

Three Brothers Attacked by Local Gang Outside Popular Ayutthaya Nightclub
 

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Three brothers were brutally assaulted by a group of local youths outside a well-known nightclub in the heart of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya in the early hours of the morning. The eldest brother suffered severe injuries, including a double jaw fracture and a broken nose. Their distraught mother has vowed to take legal action to the fullest extent.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366610-three-brothers-attacked-by-local-gang-outside-popular-ayutthaya-nightclub/

 

Watch Worth Over 5 Million Baht Stolen in Elaborate Scam Involving Courier Pickup
 

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A luxury watch worth over 5.65 million baht has been stolen in a scam in Bangkok, after the perpetrator posed as a buyer and tricked the seller into leaving the item at a courier depot. The suspect later impersonated the recipient to retrieve the package without making any payment.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366611-watch-worth-over-5-million-baht-stolen-in-elaborate-scam-involving-courier-pickup/

 

Retired Teacher Found Dead in Pond in Buriram
 

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The body of a retired schoolteacher was recovered from a pond in Nong Hong District, Buriram Province on the morning of 13 July. The 55-year-old man, who had taken early retirement from government service, was believed to have suffered from stress and health issues.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366612-retired-teacher-found-dead-in-pond-in-buriram/

 

Man’s Body Found Floating in Canal Near Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital
 

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A decomposing body of an unidentified man was discovered floating face down in a canal beside Maharaj Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital on Ratchadamnoen Road on the morning of 13 July.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366613-man’s-body-found-floating-in-canal-near-nakhon-si-thammarat-hospital/

 

Motorcyclist Dies After Skidding into Drainage Canal in Bangkok
 

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A 30-year-old man has died after losing control of his motorcycle and being flung into a drainage canal in the early hours of the morning. The incident occurred on Ratchada-Tha Phra Road in Bangkok’s Thonburi district, with police now reviewing CCTV footage to determine the cause of the crash and whether another vehicle was involved.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366614-motorcyclist-dies-after-skidding-into-drainage-canal-in-bangkok/

 

Security Guard Leaps Into Pool to Save Drowning Teen

 

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A security guard has been hailed a hero after diving into a swimming pool fully clothed to rescue a drowning schoolboy, who was later revived after being found without a pulse.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366615-security-guard-leaps-into-pool-to-save-drowning-teen/

 

Woman Dies After Falling from Mangosteen Tree — Loyal Dog Stays by Her Side
 

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A 66-year-old woman lost her life after falling from a mangosteen tree while harvesting fruit in her orchard in Nakhon Si Thammarat. In a poignant scene, her loyal dog refused to leave her side after the fall.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366616-woman-dies-after-falling-from-mangosteen-tree-—-loyal-dog-stays-by-her-side/

 

Fishing Trip Turns Tragic as Boat Sinks in Korat Lake

 

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A fishing trip ended in death, when a boat began leaking mid-journey, forcing two men to jump into the water. One man managed to swim to safety, while the other drowned despite a two-hour rescue search.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366617-fishing-trip-turns-tragic-as-boat-sinks-in-korat-lake/

Phatthalung: Elderly Woman Killed Riding Against Traffic
 

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A traffic incident in Phatthalung Province has claimed the life of a 75-year-old woman and left two teenagers injured after a multi-vehicle collision sparked by a three-wheeled motorcycle and sidecar driving against traffic.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1366618-phatthalung-elderly-woman-killed-riding-against-traffic/