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Cambodian notebook ‘records recent mine laying’
Read more: Cambodian notebook ‘records recent mine laying’A notebook purportedly from the Cambodian military indicates that it is laying additional anti-personnel mines along the contested border, according to Thailand’s 2nd Army Area.
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Early dissolution seen rattling bourse
Read more: Early dissolution seen rattling bourseAnalysts said that while Thai and foreign investors have expected an early dissolution of parliament, Thursday’s announcement by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul adds a short-term negative sentiment towards the stock market as it creates uncertainty in regard to policy continuity.
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Supreme Court denies bail for “Uncle Phol” in toddler’s murder
Read more: Supreme Court denies bail for “Uncle Phol” in toddler’s murderThe Supreme Court has rejected a bail request for Chaiphol “Uncle Phol” Wipha, convicted in the murder of a three-year-old girl, citing the severity of the offence and flight risk.
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Girlfriend of former abbot arrested in temple fund scandal
Read more: Girlfriend of former abbot arrested in temple fund scandalPolice have arrested a 57-year-old woman, who was a romantic partner of the former abbot of Wat Nakhon Sawan, for alleged involvement in the embezzlement of temple funds.
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Suspended PM won’t confirm she will be in court on her birthday
Read more: Suspended PM won’t confirm she will be in court on her birthdaySuspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has not confirmed if she will be in court on Aug 21 to give evidence about her controversial phone call with Cambodian strongman Hun Sen, saying only that the date is her birthday.
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Strengthening baht adds to Thai tourism sector woes
Read more: Strengthening baht adds to Thai tourism sector woesThe strengthening baht is beginning to weigh on Thailand’s fragile tourism sector, already plagued by recurring security issues, leaving travellers feeling their visits aren’t worth the cost.
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Thailand urges Cambodia to stop using landmines
Read more: Thailand urges Cambodia to stop using landminesThe Thai government has urged Cambodia to stop using landmines in border areas in order to protect people, including Cambodian citizens, from further harm.
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Paetongtarn court ruling set for Aug 29
Read more: Paetongtarn court ruling set for Aug 29The Constitutional Court will rule on Aug 29 in the case seeking the removal of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for her handling of a phone call with former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen.