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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 31 July 2025
Police Raid Illegal Gambling Den in Sa Kaeo, Arrest 12 Thai and Cambodian Nationals Picture courtesy of Daily News. Police have raided an illegal gambling den near the Cambodian border in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo, arresting 12 individuals, including nine Thai nationals and three Cambodians, for participating in unlawful gambling activities. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1368314-police-raid-illegal-gambling-den-in-sa-kaeo-arrest-12-thai-and-cambodian-nationals/ -
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UK UK Airports Chaos: Flights Grounded by Air Traffic Outage
Picture courtesy of EPA via BBC British travellers faced a turbulent day as a sudden air traffic control glitch wreaked havoc across UK airports. A brief, 20-minute technical glitch paralysed Heathrow, Stansted, Manchester, and Edinburgh airports, leading to significant delays and frustration for holidaygoers. Thousands of flights were grounded, leaving over 120 cancellations as of 19:30. The air traffic control firm, NATS, reported the issue was "radar-related" and quickly switched to a backup system to restore order. Fortunately, there was no evidence of cyber interference, but the government is working closely with NATS to uncover the root of the problem. It's the second major outage NATS has experienced in the past two years. Back in August 2023, a similar incident disrupted the travel plans of over 700,000 passengers during the summer holiday weekend. This time, the technical hitch was traced back to the Swanwick air traffic control centre in Hampshire, which caused a temporary restriction on flights in the London area, reported BBC. NATS assured passengers that engineers had swiftly restored the affected system. Despite this, the ground stop forced many flights to divert to alternate airports, while others remained stuck at their departure points. Once flights resumed, NATS confirmed they were collaborating with airlines to alleviate the backlog safely. British Airways acknowledged the lingering impact and expressed apologies for the inconvenience. "This is entirely outside our control, and we're working hard to get journeys back on track," assured a spokesperson. Meanwhile, budget airline EasyJet advised passengers to keep tabs on their flight status and promised to contact those affected directly. Travellers were advised by Heathrow officials to check with airlines before heading to the airport. NATS swiftly apologised to all those affected by the chaos. Stranded passengers shared a variety of stories about their experiences. Asha, 18, from Manchester, found herself trapped on an EasyJet plane at Manchester Airport, her anticipated rail holiday plans in tatters. Her Amsterdam-bound flight, scheduled to depart at 15:10, experienced a brief 50-minute journey before returning. She, like many others, hoped for some snacks as compensation for the inconvenience. Another passenger, Robin Ilott from Waterlooville, endured a two-hour and 20-minute delay at Heathrow. However, he remained optimistic, stating, "It's preferable to be safe than regrettable." John Carr, en route to his brother's wedding in Norway, saw his flight axed, causing stress for the bridal party awaiting rehearsal. His companion, James Hedges, lamented the lack of a proper warning, calling the experience "rubbish." As frustration mounted, political figures reacted. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey labelled the incident "utterly unacceptable," demanding a government probe. He voiced concerns over ruined holiday plans for countless families. Meanwhile, Ryanair's chief operating officer, Neal McMahon, was outspoken, describing the disruption as "outrageous," and even called for NATS chief executive Martin Rolfe's resignation. Data from flight tracking firm Cirium showed that by 19:30, a total of 67 departures and 55 arrivals had been called off across UK airports. The disruption primarily affected London Heathrow, resulting in cancellations of 24 departures and 14 arrivals. However, not all cancellations can be pinned on the outage, reminding everyone of the complex web of reasons affecting air travel. It’s a scenario none wish to revisit, which emphasises the necessity of robust systems. As the skies clear, airlines and passengers alike will be keen to put this aerial ordeal behind them and hope smooth travels lie ahead. Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2025-07-31 -
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Almost nobody seems to care about what I care about: Same with you???
Whatever happened to Argentina, anyway? Argentina used to be in the news, but not much, these days. Has Argentina become forgotten, unfairly forgotten, in recent years? For example: CACEROLAZO....to HIT OR A BANG WITH A CASSEROLE POT. Not much has changed in recent years. Just too many Pots and Pans...... -
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Crime Police Raid Illegal Gambling Den in Sa Kaeo, Arrest 12 Thai and Cambodian Nationals
Picture courtesy of Daily News. Police have raided an illegal gambling den near the Cambodian border in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo, arresting 12 individuals, including nine Thai nationals and three Cambodians, for participating in unlawful gambling activities. The operation, ordered by Police Colonel Phattarakorn Kaonuan, Superintendent of Khlong Luek Police Station, followed a formal complaint submitted to Aranyaprathet District Office regarding illicit gambling in Moo 10, Tha Kham subdistrict, Sa Kaeo province. Deputy Superintendent Police Lieutenant Colonel Samat Nakaphon led a team of investigators to the property, which had been fortified with a makeshift fence resembling a cage. Inside, authorities discovered two active gambling circles: one playing a local card game known as Phasom Sib (a variation of rummy), and the other engaged in E-Pong, a traditional Southeast Asian gambling game. As officers announced the raid, several suspects attempted to flee but were thwarted by the very barriers installed around the premises to shield the activity. All 12 suspects were detained at the scene and gambling paraphernalia was seized as evidence. All detainees face charges of “colluding in illegal gambling involving the card game for monetary gain” and “colluding in illegal gambling for monetary gain.” In addition, the three Cambodian nationals were charged with illegal entry, as they were found to be without valid travel documents. The suspects and seized items have been transferred to Khlong Luek Police Station for further legal proceedings. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to cracking down on illegal gambling, particularly along border provinces where such activities are often linked to wider cross-border crime networks. Adapted by Asean Now from Daily News 2025-07-31 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 31 July 2025
Police Dismantle ‘Mule Account’ Network Attempting Cross-Border Escape Picture courtesy of Kaoded. Police in Chiang Saen district have arrested four individuals suspected of operating as part of a “mule account” syndicate, following a targeted investigation into cross-border financial crimes in northern Thailand. The arrests were made just as the group was preparing to board a ferry to cross into Laos. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1368313-police-dismantle-‘mule-account’-network-attempting-cross-border-escape/
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