“E-Ticket Queen” arrested

15 Sept 03:11 Key points summarised by AI

Nattarika Yangsuai, known as the “e-ticket queen,” was arrested for online fraud after allegedly selling fake e-tickets to major concerts, including Blackpink's 'Born Pink World Tour Bangkok'.
She resold already-occupied premium Blackpink tickets at inflated prices, causing an estimated Bt700,000 in damages to numerous victims.
The suspect faces nine additional arrest warrants for similar fake ticket sales and confessed her actions were fueled by an online gambling addiction.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.