THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 31 July 2025

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Spy Pigeon Sparks Laughs Amid Thai-Cambodian Tensions

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

A peculiar incident has emerged amidst the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border conflict. A Cambodian Facebook page, "Battambang Post," recently shared images of a pigeon allegedly captured with a GPS device linked to Thailand. The pigeon had a leg band marked "THAILAND."

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368340-spy-pigeon-sparks-laughs-amid-thai-cambodian-tensions/

 

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Former Son-in-Law Stabs Father-in-Law to Death in Apparent Revenge Attack
 

Picture courtesy of SiamChon.

 

A manhunt ended in arrest on the morning of 31 July, after a 28-year-old man allegedly stabbed his former father-in-law to death in a chilling early morning attack in Huay Yai. The suspect, reportedly angered by his ex-wife’s refusal to reconcile, is believed to have carried out the murder in a fit of rage and under the influence.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1368344-former-son-in-law-stabs-father-in-law-to-death-in-apparent-revenge-attack/

 

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Thailand's Future at Risk: Education and Job Woes Loom

 

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Thailand's development faces a critical test, as a recent report highlights alarming issues in education, health, and job readiness. The Human Capital Development in Thailand report, jointly released by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), UNICEF, and the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI), signals that the nation's long-term economic prospects may be jeopardised without urgent intervention.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368371-thailands-future-at-risk-education-and-job-woes-loom/

 

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Phuket Faces Waste Crisis as Garbage Piles Up

 

Pictures courtesy of The Phuket News

 

Phuket is grappling with a severe waste management crisis, as rubbish accumulates faster than it can be processed. On Tuesday, Mayor Suphot La-ongphet visited the Phuket Central Waste Disposal Centre to survey the escalating situation. Joining him was Yutthana Kanchanaphak, Director of the Engineering Office, to review landfill operations at critical cells No. 4 and No. 5. The centre is inundated, receiving more waste than it can handle.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368372-phuket-faces-waste-crisis-as-garbage-piles-up/

 

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Thailand Advances Jomtien Beach Sand Replenishment Phase 2

 

Photo courtesy of Utapao Rayong Pattaya International Airport Guide

 

Thailand's Marine Department is forging ahead with Phase 2 of the Jomtien Beach Sand Replenishment Project, aiming to combat coastal erosion and attract tourists. At a seminar yesterday at Jomtien Palm Beach Hotel and Resort, officials and stakeholders gathered to discuss the multimillion-baht initiative's next steps.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368373-thailand-advances-jomtien-beach-sand-replenishment-phase-2/

 

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Ceasefire's Fragility: Thai and Cambodian Economies at Stake

 

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A delicate ceasefire between Thai and Cambodian forces has momentarily eased tensions along the border. However, economists are sounding alarms about the long-term financial repercussions if fighting reignites, potentially costing both nations up to 181.7 billion baht over a three-month span and displacing hundreds of thousands of workers.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368374-ceasefires-fragility-thai-and-cambodian-economies-at-stake/

 

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Thailand Invites Diplomats to Border Amidst Tensions with Cambodia

 

A house in Surin province was damaged in the border clashes. | Photo by Sakchai Lalit via AP

 

In an assertive diplomatic move, Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced plans to invite foreign ambassadors to visit its border area with Cambodia. This initiative aims to counter recent claims by the Cambodian government regarding damage from border clashes and present Thailand’s perspective.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368375-thailand-invites-diplomats-to-border-amidst-tensions-with-cambodia/

 

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Border Conflict Spurs Mental Health Crisis in Shelters

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Oline

 

A significant mental health crisis is unfolding as the Ministry of Public Health reports rising psychological distress among civilians displaced by the ongoing border conflict. Nearly 200,000 people are now residing in makeshift shelters across seven affected provinces.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368376-border-conflict-spurs-mental-health-crisis-in-shelters/

 

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Motorbike Showdown: Delivery Rider's Narrow Escape in Pattaya

 

Screenshots from The Pattaya News Facebook video

 

In the early hours of Tuesday, a young delivery rider in Pattaya experienced a harrowing encounter with a group of motorcycle taxi drivers. The altercation, involving both a vehicular near-miss and a subsequent ambush, has gripped the local community and ignited a storm on social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368377-motorbike-showdown-delivery-riders-narrow-escape-in-pattaya/

 

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Thailand Opens First Certified Cancer Drug Manufacturing Facility

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Thailand has taken a significant step in healthcare advancement with the inauguration of its first cancer medication manufacturing facility, operated by the Chulabhorn Royal Academy. This state-of-the-art establishment, located at the Phimanmas Residence in Chon Buri's Sattahip district, is a milestone in the nation's quest to enhance pharmaceutical independence and provide cost-effective cancer treatment.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368378-thailand-opens-first-certified-cancer-drug-manufacturing-facility/

 

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Thailand's Tariff Talks with US Near Conclusion as Deadline Looms

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Thailand's trade negotiations with the United States are quickly approaching the August 1 deadline, with hopes pinned on reaching a tariff agreement in line with regional allies. As neighbouring ASEAN countries such as Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines have settled for tariffs around 19-20%, Thailand anticipates a similar outcome.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368379-thailands-tariff-talks-with-us-near-conclusion-as-deadline-looms/

 

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Thai Hospitals Halt Admissions Amid Border Tensions with Cambodia

 

Photo courtesy of Thai Newsroom

 

Amid escalating tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border, a hospital in Ubon Ratchathani announced today it will suspend admissions of Cambodian patients until August 10. Ongoing unrest has led to damage across several medical facilities, prompting this decisive action.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368380-thai-hospitals-halt-admissions-amid-border-tensions-with-cambodia/

 

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Heroic Rescue: Thai Army Airlifts Stranded Rangers to Safety

 

Screenshots from Royal Thai Army Facebook video

 

In a striking turn of events, the Royal Thai Army has successfully rescued 19 army rangers who were stranded in the dense Thai-Cambodian jungle for nearly six days. This ordeal unfolded amid the recent border conflict between the two nations, underscoring the peril faced by soldiers on the front lines.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368381-heroic-rescue-thai-army-airlifts-stranded-rangers-to-safety/

 

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Mystery at Bang Saen Beach: Unidentified Body Found Ashore

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a startling turn of events at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri, residents and tourists awoke to a grim discovery early this morning, as a body washed ashore, prompting immediate police and rescue response.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368382-mystery-at-bang-saen-beach-unidentified-body-found-ashore/

 

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Phuket's Srisoonthorn Road Set for Major Upgrade: Public Input Welcomed

 

Photo of a section of Srisoonthorn Road courtesy of Property Hub

 

The Phuket Highways Office has unveiled plans for a significant 420-million baht renovation of Srisoonthorn Road, one of the island’s busiest and most essential routes. This project, crucial for alleviating congestion and boosting safety, has opened the floor for public input today, 31st July.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368383-phukets-srisoonthorn-road-set-for-major-upgrade-public-input-welcomed/

 

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Thai Air Force Denies Link to Bomb Found in Cambodia

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online

 

In a recent development, the Royal Thai Air Force clarified its position regarding a 2,000-pound MK-84 bomb discovered in Cambodia. The bomb, which was dug up from beneath a residential area, is showing significant signs of age and rust. This has led to questions about its origins and potential connection to Thai military operations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368384-thai-air-force-denies-link-to-bomb-found-in-cambodia/

 

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China Mediates Thai-Cambodian Ceasefire Amid Rising Tensions

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a bid to diffuse recent hostilities along the Thai-Cambodian border, China hosted a critical dialogue in Shanghai involving representatives from both countries. Spearheaded by Sun Weidong, China's vice-minister for foreign affairs, the discussions aimed to reinforce a fragile ceasefire agreement, coming on the heels of deadly clashes that left at least 41 dead and displaced hundreds of thousands.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368385-china-mediates-thai-cambodian-ceasefire-amid-rising-tensions/

 

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Thailand Refuses Repatriation of 18 Captured Cambodian Soldiers

 

Pictures courtesy of Royal Thai Army Facebook

 

In a bold move today, Thailand has rejected a direct appeal from Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet to repatriate 18 soldiers captured during a tense border conflict. This decision has sparked a diplomatic standoff between the two nations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368386-thailand-refuses-repatriation-of-18-captured-cambodian-soldiers/

 

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Thai Driver Leaves Scene After Running Over Man at Temple Gate

 

Photo via Facebook/ หนังสือพิมพ์รายวัน.สยามประชา

 

In a startling incident in Nakhon Pathom, a Thai woman drove her SUV over a man sitting at the entrance of Phra Pathom Chedi on Monday, July 28. The victim, an elderly man believed to be homeless, suffered severe injuries and was taken to hospital, sparking widespread outrage as the event was captured on CCTV and shared across Thai social media.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368387-thai-driver-leaves-scene-after-running-over-man-at-temple-gate/

 

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Brave Lifeguard Stops Thief at Phuket's Patong Beach

 

Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Hotnews

 

In a dramatic turn of events at Patong Beach in Phuket, a local lifeguard, Worrayut Naophai, courageously intervened to stop a theft, safeguarding the holiday atmosphere for visitors.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368389-brave-lifeguard-stops-thief-at-phukets-patong-beach/

 

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Fatal Crash in Kanchanaburi Reveals Weapons and Kratom Stash

 

Picture courtesy of กาญจนบุรีแชนแนล Facebook

 

A high-speed chase in Mueang Kanchanaburi district ended tragically as a 25-year-old man lost his life after crashing into a utility pole. The accident occurred at 10:45 pm on July 30, resulting in the vehicle splitting in two and exposing an unexpected haul of firearms and kratom water.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368390-fatal-crash-in-kanchanaburi-reveals-weapons-and-kratom-stash/

 

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