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Thai AirAsia Denies Ticket Fraud Allegations
Thai AirAsia denied fraud claims involving its app, AirAsia MOVE Thailand, blaming technical issues managed by a supplier. Over 100,000 users reported failed bookings with no refunds, sparking outrage. The airline urged patience as the supplier resolved the issue.
PM Faces Criticism Over Flood Response
PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces backlash for handling floods in 10 southern provinces, displacing 664,000 households and killing 22. Critics call the response slow, while the PM cites aid deployment. Comments linking her concern to her southern husband sparked further controversy.
Israeli Tourist Attacked in Northern Thailand
A 22-year-old Israeli tourist was assaulted by German visitors in northern Thailand, raising safety concerns. The attack, involving anti-Israeli slurs, coincides with Israel’s Level 2 travel warning for Thailand. Authorities urge Israelis to avoid crowds and stay vigilant.
Hidden Camera Scandal at University Sports Event
Hidden cameras were found in athletes’ bathrooms during a sports event in Surin. Police arrested a suspect who filmed over 30 explicit videos. Athletes grew suspicious after seeing him near the bathroom multiple times, leading to the discovery of a disguised camera.
Russian Actress Dies in Koh Samui Tragedy
Russian actress Kamilla Belyatskaya, 24, died after being swept off a cliff by a wave at Koh Samui’s Lad Ko viewpoint. Despite rescue efforts, her body was recovered offshore. Authorities closed the area and warned tourists about monsoon dangers.
Foreigner Swims in Bangkok Canal, Sparks Debate
A foreigner shocked locals by swimming in Bangkok’s polluted Khlong Saen Saep, known for industrial waste and dangerous traffic. Critics called the act reckless, reigniting calls for improved water safety and stricter pollution controls in Bangkok.
Malaysia Warns Chinese Firms on Tariff Dodging
Malaysia warned Chinese firms against rebadging products to bypass U.S. tariffs. Amid U.S.-China trade tensions, Malaysia emphasized its commitment to fair trade, noting past U.S. sanctions on solar exports from Southeast Asia, including Malaysia.
Singapore Executes Fourth Person in Three Weeks
Singapore executed Masoud Rahimi Mehrzad, 35, for drug trafficking, marking its fourth execution in under a month. Convicted of trafficking heroin, his appeals were rejected. Rights groups continue to criticize Singapore’s strict capital punishment laws.
Russian Submarine in Philippine Waters Raises Tensions
A Russian Kilo-class submarine entered the Philippines’ EEZ near Occidental Mindoro. Escorted by Philippine naval forces, the vessel claimed weather delays. The incident highlights rising regional tensions amid South China Sea disputes and Russian activity.
Bear Rampages Japanese Supermarket, Injures Worker
A bear injured a worker and ransacked a supermarket in Akita, Japan, before being captured after two days. Experts link increasing bear encounters to climate change disrupting food sources, as Japan records a rise in bear attacks and property damage this year.
