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Pattaya Residents Despair as Road Project Hits Year Four

 

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Pattaya's unfolding drainage and road construction saga is hitting a nerve, as residents of Thepprasit Soi 7 and 9 face a prolonged nightmare with no end in sight. What began as a critical infrastructure improvement has spiralled into a disrupted community battleground, leaving roads muddy, access blocked, and frustrations boiling over as the project drags into its fourth year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368480-pattaya-residents-despair-as-road-project-hits-year-four/

 

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Thai Schools Remain Shut Despite Border Truce with Cambodia

 

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Despite a recent ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, over 900 Thai schools near the border remain closed after nearly two months of hostilities, impacting countless lives and disrupting education for thousands of children.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368481-thai-schools-remain-shut-despite-border-truce-with-cambodia/

 

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Thailand Showcases Damage from Cambodian Attacks to Envoys

 

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In a bid to shed light on recent hostilities, Thailand today hosted foreign envoys and military attachés, providing them with an on-site perspective of the devastation caused by Cambodian forces during a series of deadly clashes. Over five days of intense conflict, several civilian sites, including schools and hospitals, were targeted, leaving a grim toll.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368482-thailand-showcases-damage-from-cambodian-attacks-to-envoys/

 

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Pattaya's Walking Street to Glow with New 3D LED Sign

 

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Pattaya's iconic Walking Street is set to dazzle with a striking new 3D LED sign, transforming the entrance into a vibrant visual attraction. This high-tech addition, part of Pattaya's efforts to beautify its famed nightlife district, aims to become a must-see selfie spot for tourists.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368483-pattayas-walking-street-to-glow-with-new-3d-led-sign/

 

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Thai Media Condemn False News Claims, Cut Cambodia Ties

 

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The Thai Journalists Association (TJA), along with the Society for Online News Providers (SONP) and the National Union of Journalists Thailand (NUJT), has robustly denied claims by Cambodian media that Thai outlets are spreading fake news. These developments have led to a temporary freeze in media collaboration until tensions at the border ease.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368485-thai-media-condemn-false-news-claims-cut-cambodia-ties/

 

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Thailand Faces Pressure to Allow Work Rights for Refugees

 

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As financial backing dwindles, calls for displaced persons in Thailand to gain the right to work grow stronger. Nine refugee camps, sheltering those fleeing Myanmar’s civil unrest, are at risk with US funding for key agencies, the Border Consortium (TBC) and International Rescue Committee (IRC), due to end this month.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368488-thailand-faces-pressure-to-allow-work-rights-for-refugees/

 

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Tensions Flare as Thai-Cambodian Forces Grapple Over Temple

 

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In the heart of an ongoing territorial dispute, Thai troops have occupied key areas surrounding the ancient Ta Kwai Temple, according to Army Spokesman Maj-Gen Winthai Suvaree. However, they have yet to seize the temple itself.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368489-tensions-flare-as-thai-cambodian-forces-grapple-over-temple/

 

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Cement Mixer Crash Shocks Diners at Kathu Café

 

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Yesterday's lunchtime at a popular café in Kathu took a horrifying turn when a cement mixer truck overturned, crashing through an elevated walkway and landing roof-first just metres from shocked patrons.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368491-cement-mixer-crash-shocks-diners-at-kathu-café/

 

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Thailand Proposes Neutral Ground for Cambodia Talks

 

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In a move highlighting ongoing regional tensions, Thailand has called for the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting, initially scheduled in Phnom Penh next Monday, to be relocated to a neutral ground in Malaysia. This request underscores concerns over the sensitive nature of recent border conflicts between Thailand and Cambodia.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368492-thailand-proposes-neutral-ground-for-cambodia-talks/

 

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Cambodian Patient Care Continues at Isaan Province Hospital

 

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Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital in Ubon Ratchathani has come under the spotlight after initially announcing a suspension of services for new Cambodian patients due to tensions at the Thai-Cambodian border. Following public outcry over potential breaches of medical ethics, the hospital has now clarified its stance, assuring continued care based on humanitarian principles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368495-cambodian-patient-care-continues-at-isaan-province-hospital/

 

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BoT May Slash Rates to Counter US Tariff Impact

 

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Thailand's central bank may implement multiple interest rate cuts this year to buttress the economy if looming US tariffs render Thai goods less competitive. Experts suggest that without intervention, the Thai export sector could face significant challenges.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368496-bot-may-slash-rates-to-counter-us-tariff-impact/

 

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Pattaya Gridlock Sparks Urgent Transport Solutions

 

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Pattaya finds itself in the grip of worsening traffic congestion, fuelling frustration among locals and visitors alike. The city, a key tourist destination, is urgently seeking solutions as its outdated transport system buckles under the pressure.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368497-pattaya-gridlock-sparks-urgent-transport-solutions/

 

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Thai Policeman's Joyful Dog Report Delights Netizens

 

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In a heartwarming twist, a Thai police officer’s report about the joy of seeing a stray dog in Bangkok has captured the attention of social media users across the nation. The official document, filed at Thung Song Hong Police Station, not only details an unusual moment of happiness but has also sparked light-hearted reactions online.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368498-thai-policemans-joyful-dog-report-delights-netizens/

 

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Thailand to Repatriate 20 Cambodian Soldiers amid Tensions

 

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In a delicate diplomatic move, Thailand is set to repatriate 20 Cambodian soldiers on Friday through the Chong Chom permanent border checkpoint in Surin province. This comes amid efforts to counter false reports from Cambodia accusing Thailand of abducting the soldiers, as disclosed by a military source.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368499-thailand-to-repatriate-20-cambodian-soldiers-amid-tensions/

 

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Krabi Man Arrested for Smuggling Gun into Phuket

 

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In a tense operation, a 25-year-old named Natthaphong was arrested in Krabi after police discovered a loaded handgun in his vehicle, suspecting plans for gang violence in Phuket.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368500-krabi-man-arrested-for-smuggling-gun-into-phuket/

 

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Border Tensions: Hun Sen's Influence Remains Strong

 

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In a dramatic turn of events, former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has emerged as a pivotal figure in the recent border clashes with Thailand, reigniting discussions about his enduring influence. Despite officially stepping down as Prime Minister in 2023, passing the role to his son Hun Manet, Hun Sen remains a formidable presence, now as the president of Cambodia's Senate.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368501-border-tensions-hun-sens-influence-remains-strong/

 

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Thai Army Returns Wounded Cambodian Soldiers

 

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In an unexpected demonstration of goodwill, Thailand has repatriated two Cambodian soldiers wounded and stranded after intense border fighting last week. The Royal Thai Army returned the men today on humanitarian grounds after providing medical and psychological care. Both soldiers pledged never to engage in combat against Thailand again.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368502-thai-army-returns-wounded-cambodian-soldiers/

 

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Thai Rice Exporters Tackle New 19% US Tariff

 

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Thailand's rice exporters are navigating new challenges as a 19% US import tariff takes effect today. Despite the potential hurdles, industry leaders are voicing moderate concern, emphasising broader market dynamics over the immediate impact of the tariff.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368503-thai-rice-exporters-tackle-new-19-us-tariff/

 

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