January 23, 2026
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 — Two foreign nationals have become the first individuals in Malaysia to be charged in court for littering under the newly enforced anti-littering law, according to a report by The Star.
1 BANGKOK, Feb 26 — A tragic accident claimed 17 lives and left over 20 injured when a municipal study tour bus from Bueng Kan Province overturned while descending Phu Thon Hill in Prachinburi, eastern Thailand, early Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred around 3 AM (local time) as the bus, traveling from Phon Charoen district, lost control on a curve while heading to Rayong province.
Thai Highway Police confirmed the fatalities and injuries, with rescue teams transporting victims to Na Di Hospital and Kabin Buri Hospital.
Reports indicate that three buses were part of the study tour, with the double-decker vehicle involved in the crash being the third in the convoy.
Na Di district chief Somjai Phutthasena visited the scene and stated that authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. — Bernama
