"Rampaging Troop of 3,500 Monkeys Terrorize Thai Town, Forcing Businesses to Shut"
TL;DR
In the Thai town of Lopburi, a population explosion of 3,500 monkeys has led to chaos, with businesses closing and tourists avoiding the area. The monkeys, previously a tourist attraction, have become a menace, causing damage and clambering over vehicles and people. Their numbers surged during the pandemic, and efforts to control the population have been unsuccessful. The situation has led to economic hardship for local businesses and a decline in tourism, with the town struggling to recover.
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