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Court to Rule on Red Shirt Leaders Over 2009 Protests Against Abhisit

 

Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

Thailand's Criminal Court is set to announce the verdict for ten key leaders of the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship (UDD), including Veera Musigapong, Jatuporn Prompan, and Nattawut Saikua.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370317-court-to-rule-on-udd-leaders-over-2009-protests-against-abhisit/

 

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Udon Thani Pupil Run Over by Pick-Up Truck on Road to Recovery

Pictures courtesy of Amarin.

 

The condition of “Nong Tang”, the 12-year-old school pupil who was run over by a teacher’s husband driving a pick-up truck inside the grounds of a well-known Udon Thani school, has shown signs of improvement following surgery, doctors confirmed.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1370304-student-injured-after-being-run-over-at-udon-thani-school/#findComment-20028220

 

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Brit Now Faces 10yrs in Jail After Pattaya Crash Death
 

Pictures courtesy of The Sun.

 

The 22-year-old British tourist accused of killing a woman while attempting a motorbike stunt in Pattaya could now face up to 10 years in prison after the victim died in hospital.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1370322-brit-now-faces-10yrs-in-jail-after-pattaya-crash-death/

 

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Phuket Restaurant Hunts Foreigners in Watch Theft

 

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A restaurant in bustling Patong, Phuket, is on the hunt for a group of foreigners after a distinctive Vivienne Westwood watch was allegedly stolen from the premises on Friday, 16 August.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370354-phuket-restaurant-hunts-foreigners-in-watch-theft/

 

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Jay Fai Fined 2,000 Baht for Unclear Menu Pricing Dispute

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

In a turn of events that has captivated the culinary community, the Ministry of Commerce has issued a 2,000 baht fine to the esteemed Michelin-starred street food vendor, Jay Fai, following a pricing complaint by a prominent Thai YouTuber.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370356-jay-fai-fined-2000-baht-for-unclear-menu-pricing-dispute/

 

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Thai Masseuse Accuses Employer of Sexual Assault

 

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In Phuket, a Thai masseuse has accused her former employer, an Egyptian national, of sexually exploiting her and other female workers in the bustling Patong area. The 36-year-old woman courageously shared her ordeal, aiming to alert others about the potential dangers that await in the island's popular massage scene.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370357-thai-masseuse-accuses-employer-of-sexual-assault/

 

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Pattaya Car Theft: Indian Owner Claims Professional Scam

 

Pictures courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

A luxury rental vehicle has vanished in Pattaya, leaving its owner, an Indian businessman, to suspect foul play and professional scammers at work.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370358-pattaya-car-theft-indian-owner-claims-professional-scam/

 

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Tourist Assault Case Stalls: Patong Police Under Fire

 

Picture courtesy of Kathu District Office Facebook

 

Patong Police face increasing scrutiny as they delay pressing charges against six foreign tourists accused of assaulting a local motorbike rental operator.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370360-tourist-assault-case-stalls-patong-police-under-fire/

 

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Pattaya's Streets: New Rules for Taxis and Apps

 

Picture courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

Pattaya’s chaotic streets are on the verge of change as city police and transport authorities have united to tackle rogue taxis, illegal ride-hailing apps, and persistent traffic jams.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370362-pattayas-streets-new-rules-for-taxis-and-apps/

 

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Tensions Flare as Cambodian Soldiers Block ASEAN Observers

 

Photo courtesy of TNA

 

In a dramatic turn of events, members of the ASEAN Interim Observer Team (IOT), hosted by the Royal Thai Army, faced hostility from Cambodian soldiers during a field visit to the Chong An Ma pass in Ubon Ratchathani province on Tuesday. The tension arose amidst allegations of ceasefire violations between Cambodia and Thailand, underscoring the fragile peace in this contentious region.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370363-tensions-flare-as-cambodian-soldiers-block-asean-observers/

 

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Teen Confesses to Running Prostitution Ring in School

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Authorities in Buriram, Thailand, have uncovered a distressing prostitution network involving secondary school students. A 16-year-old girl, referred to as A, has confessed to orchestrating these activities among her classmates, profiting by taking a 1,000 baht (approximately £22) commission per transaction.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370364-teen-confesses-to-running-prostitution-ring-in-school/

 

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Thai Man Arrested for Faking Gov Contract Bids

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A Thai man’s audacious claims led to his arrest for a major fraud, causing serious financial losses.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370365-thai-man-arrested-for-faking-gov-contract-bids/

 

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Temple Scandal: Monks Arrested for Drugs and Fraud

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online

 

In a bold move to uphold monastic discipline, Surat Thani authorities have discovered two monks violating the law during an inspection at Wat Si Thawip temple in Koh Samui. The crackdown revealed one monk using drugs and another facing legal charges, resulting in their immediate defrocking and arrest.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370367-temple-scandal-monks-arrested-for-drugs-and-fraud/

 

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Vendor Thwarts Robbery with Fruit Knife in Ayutthaya

 

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In the quiet pre-dawn hours at Ayutthaya's Wang Noi Market, drama unfolded as an attempted robbery was thwarted by an unexpected hero armed only with a fruit knife.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370368-vendor-thwarts-robbery-with-fruit-knife-in-ayutthaya/

 

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Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

An unexpected hazard led to a dramatic incident in Nakhon Sawan, when a man relying on GPS ended up with his electric car submerged in an irrigation canal.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370370-gps-mishap-electric-car-plunges-into-nakhon-sawan-canal/

 

 

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Thai Hotels Challenge Minimum Wage Hike in Court

 

Photo courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

The Thai Hotels Association (THA) is gearing up to file a lawsuit against the recent minimum wage increase, which they say is placing undue financial pressure on hotels in less-visited areas. The move comes after the tripartite wage committee’s decision to implement a 400 baht minimum wage, effective since 1 July, sparked concerns within the hospitality sector.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370372-thai-hotels-challenge-minimum-wage-hike-in-court/

 

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Leadership Shift in Phuket: Saransak Takes Charge

 

Picture courtesy of The Phuket News

 

Phuket is preparing for a significant leadership shift as Saransak Srikruaneth takes over as governor on October 1, succeeding Sophon Suwannarat, who is retiring after a challenging two-year tenure.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370374-leadership-shift-in-phuket-saransak-takes-charge/

 

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Monk Saved After Cliff Fall in Surin Temple Grounds

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a dramatic turn of events, 66-year-old monk Prasert Sathale had a close brush with disaster at Wat Khao Sala Utthathanacharo in Surin province when he fell from a 10-metre cliff while clearing leaves. Rescue operations and a swift medical response have stabilised his condition, bringing a sigh of relief to the local community.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370376-monk-saved-after-cliff-fall-in-surin-temple-grounds/

 

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Domestic Travel in Thailand Expands with ATR72 Launch

 

Photo courtesy of ฐานเศรษฐกิจ

 

Thailand’s air travel scene is poised for a major transformation as Pattaya Airways welcomes three new ATR72 turboprop aircraft. This strategic move is set to enhance domestic connectivity and make travelling across the kingdom more efficient and enjoyable.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370379-domestic-travel-in-thailand-expands-with-atr72-launch/

 

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Pattaya Targets Drain Offenders with Steeper Fines

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

In Pattaya, a coastal gem reliant on tourism, environmental negligence has hit a nerve as residents demand action over widespread drainage misuse. This week, tensions flared when municipal officers caught a contractor red-handed, pouring cement wastewater into a public drain on Pattaya Beach Soi 4. The contractor quickly faced a 2,000 Thai Baht fine (£44), highlighting the city's determination to curb these acts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370380-pattaya-targets-drain-offenders-with-steeper-fines/

 

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