“Thailand Weekly News Highlights: Border Tensions, Crime Cases,

-Thai Forces Clash with Cambodians at Border

 Riot police fire rubber bullets and tear gas after Cambodians cut border wire in Sa Kaeo; 23 injured.

-Lopburi Villagers Demand Action on Animal Abuse

 Residents push for prosecution of a 20-year-old accused of repeated animal cruelty.

-New Drinking Penalties from November 8

 Thailand to fine bar patrons up to 10,000 baht for drinking after legal hours.

-Monk Arrested for Meth in Alms Bowls

 Police seize 492 meth pills and crystal meth hidden in Bang Lamung monk’s attic.

-Foreigners Sought After Phuket Watch Robbery

 Two masked suspects steal a luxury watch at knifepoint from an American tourist.

-Thaksin’s Daughters Visit Klong Prem Prison

 They bring moral support and deposit maximum funds allowed into the ex-PM’s prison account.

-Shopee 9.9 Sale Breaks Records

 Over a million orders placed in 30 minutes as Thailand’s biggest e-commerce event hits new highs.

-Thailand to Host Khao Gaeng Curry Rice Championship

 October event aims to spotlight Thai curry rice as a global culinary symbol.