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Executives, Celebs Arrested Over Alleged Fraud

17 October 2024 09:44

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BANGKOK, Oct 17 (TNA) – The police have arrested 18 individuals, including three prominent celebrities, on charges of fraud related to the online direct sales company, The iCon Group. Among those arrested is Warathaphon Waratyaworrakul, or “Boss Paul”, the CEO and founder of the iCon Group. Other high-profile figures detained include actor Yuranunt “Sam” Phamornmontri, […]

Authorities Freeze Assets of iCON Group

16 October 2024 15:57

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BANGKOK, Oct 16 (TNA) – The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) has ordered freezing assets worth approximately 125.5 million baht ($3.7 million) from the iCON Group, its CEO and three others including well-known TV host Kan Kantathavorn. The move comes amid allegations of the direct-sales company running a pyramid scheme. https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1432028 The AMLO’s action was based […]

PM Launches Economic Recovery Project

16 October 2024 14:39

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BANGKOK, Oct 16 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Wednesday launched an economic recovery project aimed at reducing expenses, increasing income, and expanding opportunities for small businesses and vulnerable groups. The project, set to run for five months until January 2025, is expected to stimulate the economy by approximately 110 billion baht ($3.3 billion) […]

First Full-Scale Rehearsal of Royal Barge Procession Draws Crowds

16 October 2024 10:05

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BANGKOK, Oct 16 (TNA) – Thailand held its first full-scale rehearsal for the upcoming Royal Barge Procession on Wednesday, drawing spectators along both banks of the Chao Phraya River despite heavy rainfall. The rehearsal, featuring 52 ornate barges spanning 1,280 meters in length and 90 meters in width, involved 2,399 oarsmen. It followed ancient royal […]

Tak Bai Deaths: Defendants Fail to Appear, Deadline Looms

15 October 2024 15:54

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NARATHIWAT, Oct 15 (TNA) – The Narathiwat Provincial Court has given seven defendants in the 2004 Tak Bai case until October 25 to surrender or be apprehended by authorities as they failed to appear for their second scheduled hearing on Tuesday. October 25, 2024 marks the expiration of the statute of limitations for the case. […]

Similan Islands Reopen to Tourists

15 October 2024 13:38

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Phang Nga, Oct 15 (TNA) – The Similan Islands, a popular diving and snorkeling destination in Thailand, reopened to tourists on October 15 after a five-month closure to allow the recovery of the marine ecosystems. On the first day of reopening, nearly 2,000 domestic and international tourists flocked to the islands to experience their natural […]

Khao Yai National Park Sees Record Tourist Numbers

15 October 2024 12:16

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Nakhon Ratchasima, Oct 15 (TNA) – Khao Yai National Park, one of Thailand’s most popular nature reserves, experienced a record influx of visitors over the recent long weekend, with daily entrance fees surpassing one million baht. Chaiya Huayhongthong, the chief of the national park, revealed that the park witnessed an unprecedented number of tourists over […]

Defendants expected in court for Tak Bai deaths

15 October 2024 10:43

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NARATHIWAT Oct 15 (TNA) – The Narathiwat Provincial Court is set to hear testimony from seven high-ranking officials accused in the 2004 Tak Bai incident, which resulted in 85 deaths. The court previously issued summons and arrest warrants for the defendants, following a lawsuit filed by 48 affected villagers. Mayudin Awae, a resident of Waeng […]

Actress Denies Involvement in the iCON Group Scandal

11 October 2024 16:32

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BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – Thai actress Min Pechaya Wattanamontri has publicly denied any involvement in the financial scandal surrounding the iCON Group, insisting that she was merely a paid presenter and public relations officer for the company. Her address came after victims of alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme on Thursday filed complaints with Thai […]

Major Crackdown on Call Center Scams

11 October 2024 15:31

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BANGKOK, Oct 11 (TNA) – The police have launched a major operation targeting the infrastructure used by call center scammers, aiming to cut off their communication lines and disrupt their operations. The operation, codenamed “Bomb the Thieves’ Bridge,” was spearheaded by Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet, acting National Police Chief and Director of the Technology Crime […]

Healthy Moo Deng Celebrates Three Months

11 October 2024 12:06

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CHONBURI, Oct 11 (TNA) – “Moo Deng,” the beloved pygmy hippopotamus calf, has celebrated her third month with a health check revealing steady growth and development. The zoo’s veterinary team conducted a comprehensive examination, weighing the young hippo at 32.7 kilograms, measuring 46 centimeters in height, and 87 centimeters in girth. These measurements indicate that […]

Girl Found Dead in Landslide

11 October 2024 11:42

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SUKHOTHAI, Oct 11 (TNA) – Rescue workers have recovered the body of a 10-year-old girl who was buried alive in a landslide in Sukothai province. The girl, Chutima Kamtong had been missing since a portion of a riverbank collapsed on her home in Sawankhalok district, on October 8. After days of searching, a team of […]