Man Fired from Store After Cat Kicking Video

 

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A man seen in a viral video violently kicking a cat has been dismissed from his job at the “Jae Leng” beauty store in Bangkok. The company announced his termination following widespread public outrage, while animal welfare group Watchdog Thailand confirmed the cat is safe and recovering from shock.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375741-man-fired-from-store-after-cat-kicking-video/

Chinese Man Arrested for Stealing 2 Baht Gold in Bangkok
 

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A 59-year-old Chinese national was arrested for allegedly stealing a 2-baht gold bracelet worth 111,280 baht from a well-known shop in Wang Burapha, Bangkok. The arrest took place on 10 October 2025 at a hotel on Tri Mit Road, following a police investigation supported by CCTV evidence. The suspect, Mr Li Zhushou, claimed innocence but agreed to compensate the shop for the stolen item.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375738-chinese-man-arrested-for-stealing-2-baht-gold-in-bangkok/

Tourists Defrauded by Foreign Gang Selling Fake Health Products
 

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On October 11, 2025, tourists from the Middle East reported being defrauded in a shop located in Soi Nana, Sukhumvit, Bangkok. The suspects lured customers into the store, offering products claimed to aid weight loss, hair growth, general health and sexual enhancement. Victims were reportedly given drinks mixed with these products, causing disorientation and confusion before being pressured to purchase the items.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375736-tourists-defrauded-by-foreign-gang-selling-fake-health-products/

Chinese Restaurant in Thailand Sparks Outrage With Hun Sen Image
 

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A Chinese restaurant in Thailand has drawn controversy after a video emerged showing images of senior Cambodian leader Hun Sen placed on the floor near its entrance, allowing customers and staff to step on them. The footage, widely shared on social media, has sparked online debate and added tension to already sensitive regional sentiments involving China, Cambodia and Thailand.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375781-chinese-restaurant-in-thailand-sparks-outrage-with-hun-sen-image/

 

Retired Officer to Auction Rare One-Sided Thai Banknotes
 

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A retired police officer in Lamphun has announced plans to auction a collection of extremely rare Thai banknotes misprinted on only one side. The proceeds will fund his Parkinson’s disease treatment. The notes, verified as genuine by authorities, are believed to be unique worldwide.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375760-retired-officer-to-auction-rare-one-sided-thai-banknotes/

 

American Man Jumps from Pattaya Condo, Leaves Farewell Note
 

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A 70-year-old American man was found dead after jumping from an 11-storey condominium in Pattaya early on 12 October. Police said he left a handwritten note explaining that he had run out of money. The incident shocked residents and staff at the condominium in Jomtien.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375782-american-man-jumps-from-pattaya-condo-leaves-farewell-note/

 

Ukrainian Man Arrested in Phuket After Drug-Fuelled Outburst
 

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A 38-year-old Ukrainian national was arrested in Phuket’s Thalang district late night after allegedly causing a public disturbance while under the influence of narcotics. The incident occurred near a shooting range in the Sakoo subdistrict, prompting a police response around 23:30. Officers from Sakoo Police Station reported that the suspect, identified as Mr. Andriy, appeared intoxicated, incoherent and was not wearing trousers at the time of his arrest.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375783-ukrainian-man-arrested-in-phuket-after-drug-fuelled-outburst/

 

ONCB Warns Against False Reports to Drugs Hotline
 

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The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has issued a warning to the public against making false or malicious reports to its 1386 hotline, stressing that such actions may constitute a criminal offence under the law. The warning follows an investigation in which officers found a complaint about alleged drug activity to be unfounded and apparently motivated by personal conflict.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375761-oncb-warns-against-false-reports-to-drugs-hotline/

 

Thai Envoy Rejects Cambodian Claims at UNHCR Session
 

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Thailand’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva has strongly rejected accusations made by Cambodia during the 76th Session of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Executive Committee. The Cambodian delegation alleged that Thailand had violated the UN Charter and Geneva Conventions by destroying homes in Sa Kaeo province near the border, where people have lived for generations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375784-thai-envoy-rejects-cambodian-claims-at-unhcr-session/

 

Police Officer Killed After Pickup Crosses Lane in Nong Khai
 

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A police officer in Nong Khai was killed early morning after a pickup truck lost control, crossed into the opposite lane, and collided with his patrol motorcycle. The incident occurred at around 00:30 on 12 October 2025 along the Mekong riverside road in Hat Kham subdistrict, Mueang district.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375762-police-officer-killed-after-pickup-crosses-lane-in-nong-khai/

 

Two Israelis Arrested for Exchanging Fake Dollars on Koh Samui
 

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Authorities on Koh Samui have arrested two Israeli nationals accused of using counterfeit US dollar banknotes to exchange for Thai currency, which also exposed weaknesses in a local bank’s detection system. The arrests were carried out by Surat Thani Immigration Police and Bo Phut Police Station officers following reports from the Government Savings Bank (GSB) exchange booth at Samui International Airport.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375785-two-israelis-arrested-for-exchanging-fake-dollars-on-koh-samui/

 

Ancient Chedi Collapses After 121 Years in Nakhon Phanom
 

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The 121-year-old Phra That Non Tan, a historic chedi in Tha Uthen district of Nakhon Phanom, collapsed entirely on 12 October 2025 at 09:40, shocking residents who consider it a spiritual and community landmark. The collapse left the structure in ruins, creating sadness among local villagers who have long regarded the site as a centre of faith.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375786-ancient-chedi-collapses-after-121-years-in-nakhon-phanom/

 

Thief Steals Over 2 Million Baht in Amulets from 93-Year-Old
 

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Satthahip Police Station in Chonburi received a report on 11 October 2025 at 22:30, of theft at a private residence in Village 2, Satthahip Subdistrict. The victim, 93-year-old retired naval officer Ch.A. Prachum Boonin, had valuable amulets stolen from his home.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375787-thief-steals-over-2-million-baht-in-amulets-from-93-year-old/

 

Nine-Hour Rescue Mission to Save 5-Month-Old Baby in Remote Area
 

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A medical rescue team in Tak province battled through treacherous terrain for nine hours to save the life of a five-month-old baby suffering from severe breathing difficulties. The mission, carried out by staff from Umphang Hospital, highlighted the challenges faced by emergency medical personnel working in Thailand’s remote regions.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375789-nine-hour-rescue-mission-to-save-5-month-old-baby-in-remote-area/

 

Rangers Rescue Man From Drowning During Illegal Border Crossing

 

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A 23-year-old Thai man was rescued by military rangers after suffering a cramp while attempting to illegally cross back into Thailand from Cambodia. The incident occurred at around 20:30 on 11 October 2025 along Khlong Phrom Hod in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375790-rangers-rescue-man-from-drowning-during-illegal-border-crossing/

 

Three Arrested for Illegal Firecracker Sales in Phuket
 

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Police in Phuket have arrested three people for illegally selling firecrackers and fireworks near the Saphan Hin area, following complaints from residents about noise and public disturbance. The arrests form part of a wider crackdown on unauthorised fireworks sales ahead of the annual Vegetarian Festival.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375791-three-arrested-for-illegal-firecracker-sales-in-phuket/

 

Narcotics Agency Tightens Kratom Sales Nationwide
 

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Pol. Lt. Col. Suriya Singhkamon, Secretary-General of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), announced on 12 October 2025, strict enforcement of new regulations controlling the sale of kratom leaves and kratom tea. The rules, effective from 12 October, prohibit street vending and setting up stalls near schools, aiming to organise sales and protect public safety.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375792-narcotics-agency-tightens-kratom-sales-nationwide/

 

TMAC Accuses Cambodia of Blocking Mine Clearance in Sa Kaeo
 

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Thailand’s National Mine Action Centre (TMAC) has reported that Cambodian forces have repeatedly obstructed efforts to clear landmines in Ban Nong Ya Kaeo, Khok Sung district, Sa Kaeo province. The move aims to ensure the safety of personnel and allow local residents to use their land freely.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375793-tmac-accuses-cambodia-of-blocking-mine-clearance-in-sa-kaeo/

 

108 Migrants Found Crammed Into Truck in Kanchanaburi
 

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Police in Kanchanaburi were shocked to discover 108 undocumented Myanmar migrants packed tightly inside a six-wheeled truck on the night of 11 October 2025. The vehicle was intercepted by highway police and provincial officials on a road leading to Khao Meng Amonmae Temple in Pak Phraek subdistrict, Muang district, just before it reached the M81 motorway.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375794-108-migrants-found-crammed-into-truck-in-kanchanaburi/

 

Thailand Tightens Tax Rules for Foreign Workers

 

 

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Foreigners working legally in Thailand now face stricter tax compliance requirements as the government moves to align its system with international standards. The Bangkok Post reported an updated reminder, on 10 October, that with more than 3.3 million registered foreign workers as of latest data, authorities are stepping up enforcement to ensure all individuals earning income in the country meet their personal income tax obligations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375764-thailand-tightens-tax-rules-for-foreign-workers/

 

Girl, 10, Electrocuted by Cheap Chinese Hair Dryer in Buriram
 

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A 10-year-old girl in Buriram province has died after being electrocuted by a faulty hair dryer reportedly purchased online from China. The tragedy occurred on October 11 at her home in Nong Teng subdistrict, Krasang district, where she was later found unresponsive by her grandmother. Local residents and relatives gathered the following day to mourn the young student, a Primary 4 pupil at a local school, as her family struggled to come to terms with the sudden loss.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375795-girl-10-electrocuted-by-cheap-chinese-hair-dryer-in-buriram/

 

Israeli Investor Probed Over Koh Phangan Illegal Work Scheme
 

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Six Myanmar nationals have been arrested on Koh Phangan island for allegedly operating an illegal construction business linked to an Israeli investor, exposing a suspected nominee network involving nearly 9 million baht in financial transactions over the past year. The arrests on 11 October followed growing complaints from residents about foreigners, particularly Israelis, expanding businesses on the island through Thai proxies to evade ownership laws.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375796-israeli-investor-probed-over-koh-phangan-illegal-work-scheme/

 

Indian Man Knocked Unconscious After Argument Over Urinating

 

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A early morning altercation in Pattaya ended with an Indian man being knocked unconscious after reportedly arguing with another man who tried to stop him from urinating by the roadside. The incident occurred at around 00:30 on October 13, 2025, in front of Runway Market along Pattaya Second Road. Rescue volunteers arrived quickly to find the injured man lying motionless in a pool of blood.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1375801-indian-man-knocked-unconscious-after-argument-over-urinating/

 

Brazilian Woman Arrested for Assaulting Pattaya Officer

 

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A Brazilian woman was detained on October 13 in Pattaya after allegedly assaulting a traffic officer. The incident unfolded on Pattaya Beach Road when police observed her committing several traffic violations. The arrest has sparked discussions about the increasing challenges faced by officers in maintaining road safety.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375850-brazilian-woman-arrested-for-assaulting-pattaya-officer/

 

Pattaya Enforces Conditional Parking Ban on Oct 15

 

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Starting October 15, Pattaya police will enforce a conditional parking ban on South Pattaya Road. Violators will face fines and wheel locks for non-compliance. The initiative aims to alleviate congestion on this busy 1.2-kilometer stretch.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375851-pattaya-enforces-conditional-parking-ban-on-oct-15/

 

Man Arrested for Public Indecency in Pattaya Beer Bar

 

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A Thai man, estimated to be between 25 and 35 years old, was apprehended after engaging in lewd acts at a beer bar on Soi Pattaya Beach 6/1. The man, reportedly engaging in indecent exposure in front of female bar staff, was restrained by bar security and tourists before police intervened.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375853-man-arrested-for-public-indecency-in-pattaya-beer-bar/

 

Intoxicated Driver Detained After Traffic Block

 

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Police in Pattaya City arrested a man yesterday, October 12, after he was found asleep at the wheel of a pickup truck, blocking an intersection. The incident, which took place at around 3:30 a.m. in north Pattaya, was reported by concerned citizens who noticed the stationary black MG truck obstructing traffic despite a green light.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375856-intoxicated-driver-detained-after-traffic-block/

 

Bar Staff Praised for Returning Lost Wallet in Pattaya

 

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A Pattaya go-go bar employee is being lauded for her integrity after returning a lost wallet with valuables worth over 200,000 baht to police. The wallet, found outside the Queen A-Go-Go bar, contained 9,700 Australian dollars, credit cards, and a passport belonging to an Australian tourist. This act aims to improve Pattaya's image as a safe destination for tourists.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375857-bar-staff-praised-for-returning-lost-wallet-in-pattaya/

 

Cave Rescuer "Khwan the Driller" Paralyzed in Accident

 

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Suratin Chaichomphu, renowned for his role in the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, has been left paralyzed following a motorcycle accident on May 24. Known as "Khwan the Driller," his efforts were pivotal in saving 12 boys and their coach trapped in the cave. He now requires constant care at his home in Mae On district, Chiang Mai, under the watchful eyes of his wife, Piyamas Pratharnchai.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375859-cave-rescuer-khwan-the-driller-paralyzed-in-accident/

 

Safari World Reopens Predator Zone After Safety Upgrades

 

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Safari World in Bangkok will reopen its predator zone on October 13. This decision comes after receiving approval from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. The zone had been closed since a tragic lion attack resulted in the death of a staff member on September 10.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1375860-safari-world-reopens-predator-zone-after-safety-upgrades/