In the vibrant tapestry of Thailand’s political scene, few narratives captivate the audience as much as the unfolding saga of the Bhumjaithai Party, led by the charismatic Anutin Charnvirakul. Standing firm like a lighthouse amidst the stormy sea of politics, Anutin rejects any insinuations that his party mishandled the cannabis policy, especially its medicinal applications, and clearly distances himself from any motions to legalize casinos. He emerges as a stalwart figure, reminiscent of a seasoned chess player, carefully strategizing his moves while anticipating the counter plays of his opponents. With an air of solemn determination, Anutin dismisses the recent governmental maneuvers under Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who plans to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, with allowances for only medical use. This, Anutin argues, is a backward step from Bhumjaithai’s earlier meticulously crafted legislation focused squarely on medicinal cannabis. “To claim we left the cannabis issue unresolved is simply not true,”…

In a shocking turn of events, the serene landscapes of Thailand have been rocked by an audacious scheme involving a nominee company operated by Chinese investors. Picture this: a quintessential crime drama unfolding across three provinces with Thai employees playing frontmen, and financial transactions soaring past the whopping 500 million baht mark! At the epicenter of this high-stakes drama is Police Major General Thanphoom Charupraphat, the commander of the Economic Crime Suppression Division, who led the charge to uncover the hidden machinations of this enterprise. Coordinated by Police Colonel Naruephon Karuna and Police Colonel Krit Woratat, officers armed with search warrants descended on three key locations on this fateful day, June 25, 2025. The trails led them to the heart of the company’s operations – their headquarters nestled in the bustling streets of Bangkok, a branch camouflaged amidst the business district of Navanakorn, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, and another hidden…

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In the vibrant heart of Bangkok, where the spirit of commerce meets the sacred hush of tradition, Pantip Plaza has become something of an electrifying magnet for global investors with a penchant for the mystical. This bustling center is alive with the trade of Thai Buddhist amulets and sacred artifacts, and lately, it’s been the Chinese investors leading the charge, meticulously crafting a new era in amulet commerce. The shift is palpable. Once a cornerstone for local Thai collectors, the market has undergone a significant transformation. It is now a bustling hub teeming with eager Chinese entrepreneurs setting up shop to cater to their ever-growing client base. Though there’s been a slight dip in the flurry of sales, the marketplace Crackling with energy like a newly charged talisman remains a visual and economic spectacle. Collectors and traders alike still regard amulets as investment gems, nestled comfortably in portfolios as treasures…

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A STUNNING home has hit the Irish market for €225,000 – and it comes with a number of perks.

The semi-detached home at 14 River Crest in Tuam, Co. Galway.

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The home has three bedrooms and one bathroom, making it perfect for a family.

It spans 91 square metres, and comes with huge perks.

The home is currently open to offers, and now sits at €235,000.

The beautifully presented property is in turnkey condition, meaning it is perfect to move into right away.

The home has been lovingly maintained and “handsomely upgraded” by the previous owners.

Upon entering the site, guests are met with a perfectly kept driveway and mature hedging.

When entering the property, guests walk into a bright and clean hallway measuring 3.64m x 1.78m that is complete with terracotta tiles.

From the entrance hallway, you are brought into an open plan kitchen and dining area that measures 3.56m x 3.54m.

The kitchen is fully fitted with all required fixtures, and there is a dining area to the side with a large dinner table.

The main living space is to the rear of the home, and has a large amount of space – measuring 4.55m x 5.44m.

It is complete with a feature fireplace that has a solid fuel stove, and a set of glazed double doors overlooks the patio.

Upstairs there is a landing measuring 3.59m x 0.91m at the top of the stairs.

There are three double bedrooms, all with a large amount of space.

The master bedroom measures 4.36m x 2.89m and has built-in storage, while the second bedroom is 2.57m x 3.54m and the third bedroom spans 2.7m x 2.82m,

The family bathroom is fully fitted, measuring 2.40m x 1.7m.

The bedrooms to the back of the home overlook the sports field, while the front bedroom has a view of the green.

The home is filled with loads of natural light, making it a beautiful light-filled space.

IMMACULATE GARDEN

Outside, the rear garden is “immaculately presented,” according to the listing, complete with a curved brick patio that has a manicured lawn.

This is bordered by mature hedging.

The garden also has a block shed which comes complete with power, water, a water softener that improves the home’s water quality, and a sink area.

The property is within walking distance of Tuam town, which offers a number of amenities including shops, pubs and restaurants, along with sports facilities and schools.

Galway City is just a thirty-minute drive from the house, allowing for easy commuting.

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ASOS shoppers have been left fuming after the online retailer has made a huge change to its returns policy. 

From yesterday, June 24, if your account has an average returns rate of 70 per cent over the past five orders, it will be banned. 

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An ASOS spokesperson: “We recently closed the accounts of a small group of customers whose shopping activity has consistently fallen outside our Fair Use policy.

“This helps us maintain our commitment to offering free returns to all customers across all core markets.”

Since the change came in, a number of shoppers have had their accounts cancelled and others left annoyed about the policy. 

TikTok user @lowkeypesh uploaded a clip slamming the move saying it is hard if you want to try on a few sizes to get the perfect fit. 

She shared: “I personally feel like they need to change this because if there’s like a sizing issue or, for instance, I’m buying two items.

“I’m buying like one size bigger and smaller or my actual size, for instance.

“The company is basically penalising me for returning items that don’t fit me or whatever.”

Asos addressed concerns about sizing, and said in a statement: “We understand that finding the perfect fit can be tricky sometimes. 

“To make it easier, check out our Size Guide and product reviews. 

“If you have the ASOS app, our Fit Assistant tool will make personalised size recommendations while you’re browsing.”

However, the TikTok user claimed that it can be hard to find the correct size, particularly if some items don’t have a video attached in the listing. 

Many people took to the comments to share their annoyance, with one saying: “What do they expect when you can’t go in and try clothes on. So ridiculous.”

Another added: “An online-only brand penalising returns is wild.”

However, one pointed out: “Tbh I blame the fashion influencers for these rules, so many companies are doing it now because so many of them buy so much & take so much back.

“I love watching the fashion reels but I honestly think this is why so many companies are now doing this.”

ASOS’ CANCELLED ACCOUNTS

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Shoppers were sent emails detailing how their accounts had been closed with “immediate effect” after the online retailer said they breached the terms of its Fair Use Policy.

The move sparked fury among punters, with many describing the move as “unfair” and “insane”.

It is understood that even if customers have not used their account in recent months, it could still be closed if they breached policy rules.

Last year, the online department store said it would charge customers for returning items unless they spent a certain amount.

The new rule means shoppers only get free returns if they keep £40 or more of their order.

Otherwise, £3.95 will be deducted from their refund.

Premier ASOS customers, who pay £9.95 a year for free delivery, are also not exempt from the change.

But they only need to keep £15 of their order to dodge the charge.

The digital department store previously said its profits were bruised by customers making large orders and not keeping all of the items.

However, the move has been labelled as unfair by many punters, especially as they cannot try before they buy when shopping online.

CRACK DOWN ON RETURNS

And ASOS is not the only online store to crack down on customers who make frequent returns.

H&M, Boohoo, Pretty Little Thing, and Zara are among stores which now charge customers.

Next also introduced the change at the start of 2023 and customers now have to fork out £2.50 per item returned.

In December 2023, Debenhams left shoppers feeling “cheated” after introducing a charge for returning online goods.

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