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    How to reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses in Thailand?

    Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....

  • Phuket beachfront parking row escalates into machete threat (video)

    Phuket beachfront parking row escalates into machete threat (video)

    What seemed like an ordinary day at Naithon Beach in Phuket turned into a spectacle as a local was accused of threatening a Grab taxi driver with a machete over a disputed parking spot. The location, allegedly reserved for taxis operated by locals, saw a heated exchange that escalated rapidly. Sakhoo Police Station yesterday became the arena of discussions where…

  • Serpent’s supper: Patong officials triumphantly seise colossal 4-metre python after ravenous feast

    Serpent’s supper: Patong officials triumphantly seise colossal 4-metre python after ravenous feast

    In a thrilling escapade that unfolded within the heart of Patong, officials managed to nab a massive 4-metre long python after it reportedly devoured an unknown animal. The saga began when a concerned resident alerted the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) Department at Patong Municipality yesterday. According to a DDPM staffer, the resident’s distress call alerted authorities to the presence…

  • Vietnamese man’s ingenious laundry tactic for cash stash leaves social media bemused

    Vietnamese man’s ingenious laundry tactic for cash stash leaves social media bemused

    In an unexpected revelation, a woman in Vietnam discovered why her husband of five years consistently insisted on folding the family’s laundry, leaving the social media community amused with his secret. She recently stumbled upon her husband’s concealed stash of cash, cleverly hidden within the folds of the family’s underwear. The woman shared her discovery on social media with a…

  • Myanmar air strike forces mass exodus of Karenni refugees in Thailand

    Myanmar air strike forces mass exodus of Karenni refugees in Thailand

    In the early hours of this morning, a terrifying ordeal unfolded on the Thai-Myanmar border when an air strike by the Myanmar Air Force aimed at a Karenni refugee centre forced over 5,000 inhabitants to flee for their lives. The sudden turn of events led to the mass exodus of refugees into a new camp in Soi, Pang Moo, located in…

  • Another escalator incident rocks customers at a Bangkok shopping mall

    Another escalator incident rocks customers at a Bangkok shopping mall

    Another escalator incident occurred in Bangkok, this time at a shopping mall in the Bang Na district of Samut Prakarn province. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. A Thai man, Nathakrit Khajorndechasak, who works at a mobile phone shop in the shopping mall, shared a video and a picture of the incident on Facebook. He said… “Must be awake and aware…

  • Chinese groom swiftly marries another after ex’s hefty dowry demand of 1.8 million baht

    Chinese groom swiftly marries another after ex’s hefty dowry demand of 1.8 million baht

    A particularly intriguing drama unfolded recently at a wedding in China, as the groom’s former flame made a surprise appearance at the ceremony. The ex-girlfriend was reportedly bereft on learning that the man she had dated for merely one month had chosen to tie the knot with another woman. A series of events led to this fascinating saga that took…

  • Thai cyber police takedown online gambling ring, seizing evidence of billions of baht turnover

    Thai cyber police takedown online gambling ring, seizing evidence of billions of baht turnover

    Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) police swept through 12 key locations to dismantle the prominent online gambling network GALAXY959, seizing an array of luxury vehicles and various incriminating materials. This high-stakes operation that circulated billions of baht took place at 6.30am today. Captain Worawat Watnakornbancha, the chief of the CCIB, accompanied by Captain Piroj Sukruaythanachot, and Captain Amnat Traipoj, led the…

  • Police nab German man in Bangkok nightclub for German businessman’s murder

    Police nab German man in Bangkok nightclub for German businessman’s murder

    Nong Prue Police Station officers arrested a German man at a nightclub in the On Nut neighbourhood of Bangkok last night for his involvement in the murder of a German businessman. The 62 year old German real estate tycoon, Hans Peter Mack, disappeared from his house in Chon Buri province on July 4, triggering an investigation. After extensive efforts, Thai…

  • Uproar as customer makes ‘frozen egg ice cream’ in Thai halal restaurant (video)

    Uproar as customer makes ‘frozen egg ice cream’ in Thai halal restaurant (video)

    A viral video of a person making ‘frozen egg ice cream’ at a hotpot/BBQ restaurant, with no objections from the staff, is creating a stir on social media. Following widespread criticism, the venue claims it had no knowledge of the incident and is a Halal Shabu restaurant, not a pork BBQ place. The viral video shows a customer creating “frozen…

  • 6 year old Thai boy stuns with self-taught Lord Ganesha rituals and prayers (video)

    6 year old Thai boy stuns with self-taught Lord Ganesha rituals and prayers (video)

    A six year old Thai prodigy, known as “Nong Flute,” can recite the mantras and conduct the puja ceremony to worship Lord Ganesha, all self-taught. His parents revealed that they never imparted these teachings to him. This extraordinary tale starts with a TikTok user @superjeeb who posted a video showing the six year old conducting a fire ceremony, offering tributes…

  • Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha resigns from party and exits politics

    Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha resigns from party and exits politics

    The Prime Minister of Thailand, Prayut Chan-o-cha, yesterday announced that he is resigning from the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party and stepping out of the political arena for good. The official Facebook account of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party, also known as the United Thai Nation Party, posted the resignation announcement of PM Prayut at about 4pm yesterday. In…

  • Teen suspect holds up Thai convenience store in chilling late-night robbery

    Teen suspect holds up Thai convenience store in chilling late-night robbery

    A lone thief pulled out a knife and held a Bangkok convenience store hostage, demanding an employee hand over the takings with a chilling warning… “Hand over the cash and you won’t get hurt.” The suspect fled the scene with a cash haul of 5,000 baht (US$144). Police are now scanning CCTV footage to catch the perpetrator who strode into the…

  • Thai police officer carrying injured boy to hospital praised by netizens

    Thai police officer carrying injured boy to hospital praised by netizens

    The social media community lauded a Thai police officer for carrying a seven year old schoolboy involved in a road accident to the hospital as a heart-warming image reminiscent of the ‘Guardians of Public Service’ monument. Facebook user Jiraporn Krachangsaeng shared that she’d seen two accidents in front of her shop that morning, one of which stirred her heart. A motorcycle…

  • Thai police apprehend woman in high-profile German businessman murder case (video)

    Thai police apprehend woman in high-profile German businessman murder case (video)

    In a significant development in the high-profile German businessman murder case, Royal Thai Police apprehended a woman thought to be instrumental in the crime. Petra Christl Grundgreif, a German national, who reportedly played a key role in the gruesome murder of real estate tycoon Hans Peter Mack, was arrested today at Nong Prue Police Station, Chon Buri province. Police issued…

  • Serpentine cloud formation at Thai Naga consecration sparks lottery hype

    Serpentine cloud formation at Thai Naga consecration sparks lottery hype

    A moment of magic occurred during a consecration ceremony for a statue of the deity Phaya Naga, when an unexpected cloud formation resembling the serpentine deity emerged in the sky, lingering for over an hour. Enthusiastic attendees took this as a divine symbol, while number-savvy participants keen on lottery prospects were quick to pinpoint potential lucky numbers visible in the…

  • Airport arrest: Singaporean thief caught red-handed, fleecing German tourist in Bangkok

    Airport arrest: Singaporean thief caught red-handed, fleecing German tourist in Bangkok

    Immigration Bureau officers acted swiftly to arrest a Singaporean man at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok after he stole belongings and 100,000 baht in cash from a German man. It took officers less than an hour to apprehend the thief who tried to flee the country with his stolen haul. Immigration officers received a complaint about the Singaporean thief, Teo…

  • Pattaya Police step up beach safety patrols

    Pattaya Police step up beach safety patrols

    In a new move to tackle issues of tourist congestion and rowdy behaviour, the vibrant city of Pattaya has taken decisive action to restore tranquillity to its renowned Pattaya and Jomtien beaches. Collaborating closely with relevant agencies, Pattaya City Police Station implemented a series of measures aimed at safeguarding the safety and well-being of tourists. Under the guidance of Deputy…

  • Fearless kindergarten kid shines as pint-sized hero during house fire in West Thailand

    Fearless kindergarten kid shines as pint-sized hero during house fire in West Thailand

    A kindergarten kid surprised locals and netizens alike when he reacted with remarkable composure and logic to a house fire, seeking help from passersby and even managing to provide a plausible cause of the fire in West Thailand. The child’s quick-thinking and relative calm were widely applauded online and impressed locals who responded to the scene. Just after 1.30pm today, Walinda…

  • Chaotic crash: Thai duo’s road rampage wreaks havoc in Chon Buri

    Chaotic crash: Thai duo’s road rampage wreaks havoc in Chon Buri

    Police arrested two Thai men after one of them crashed an SUV into nine motorcycles and a pickup, causing severe injury to one victim on the Sukprayun Road in Chon Buri province. The two men in the SUV tried to shift the blame onto each other. Officers from Pan Thong Police Station and Trai Khunnadham Rescue Team rushed to investigate…

  • Illegal scallop fishing operation smashed in Trat, culprits face legal proceedings

    Illegal scallop fishing operation smashed in Trat, culprits face legal proceedings

    The Department of Marine Resources arrested several illegal fishing culprits, seizing 3 kilogrammes of scallops in Ban Pred Nai, Trat Province. The suspects’ boat and fishing tools were subsequently handed over to investigation officers for prosecution according to the law. This occurred today and was actioned by the Marine and Coastal Resources Office 1, in cooperation with the Marine National…

  • Bangkok couple’s miraculous escape from tragic road bridge collapse (video)

    Bangkok couple’s miraculous escape from tragic road bridge collapse (video)

    A miraculous escape from death was recounted by a husband and wife following a tragic road bridge collapse. They narrowly evaded the mishap, having their vehicle hit just moments after they heard a loud noise. However, their car broke down, forcing them to flee as debris rained down onto the vehicle’s roof. The collapsing bridge, which was under construction, situated…

  • Man urges wife to remarry after arrest for 30 year old murder in China

    Man urges wife to remarry after arrest for 30 year old murder in China

    A shocking revelation within a 30 year old cold case sparked a fervent discussion online, concerning a man‘s last request to his grief-stricken wife following his arrest for a murder he allegedly committed three decades ago. The incident, which has gripped the Chinese social media sphere, illuminates the tragic personal consequences of one man’s decades-long evasion of the law. The…

  • Thai man evades police after murdering employer

    Thai man evades police after murdering employer

    A Thai man managed to evade arrest after murdering his employer and looting valuables from her house in the southern province of Song Khla. The horrifying sequence of events unfolded when the victim’s son paid a visit to his mother’s home in the Saba Yoi district on July 9, prompted by concerned neighbours who noticed her absence. To his sheer…

  • Thai welder’s good fortune presage triggers trend of attracting harmless bees

    Thai welder’s good fortune presage triggers trend of attracting harmless bees

    In an intriguing incident in Phayao province, a welder managed to attract a swarm of bees without being stung. It is a folk belief that such an event can presage fortune and good luck for the individual involved. The incident sparked a trend among locals, eager to tempt their fate, as they marvel at these harmless bee swarms. The welder…

  • Songkran murder fugitive captured after 18-year hunt

    Songkran murder fugitive captured after 18-year hunt

    In the province of Songkhla, police finally ended a decades-long hunt for a suspect in a Songkran murder case. Police yesterday apprehended a 38 year old native of Klong Hoy Khong, Songkhla, who has been on the run for 18 years. The dramatic events unfolded during the celebrations of Songkran in 2005. Chaitawat, along with his two allies, found themselves…

  • English climber dies in 50-metre fall from Mont Blanc’s peak: Safety concerns raised

    English climber dies in 50-metre fall from Mont Blanc’s peak: Safety concerns raised

    An English mountaineer in his 50s tragically plummeted nearly 50 metres to his death from the highest peak in the French Alps, Mont Blanc. The incident occurred near a spot known as Nid d’Aigle (Eagle’s Nest), close to the Bionnassay glacier, on Sunday. Police in the Chamonix region confirmed the event. Emergency services stated that the climber died instantly, The Sun reported.…

  • Sangria-fuelled beach romp in Majorca leaves locals hot and bothered (video)

    Sangria-fuelled beach romp in Majorca leaves locals hot and bothered (video)

    A randy semi-naked couple, fuelled on Sangria, let their inhibitions slide and engaged in a steamy romp on a Majorca beach, much to the fury of some local Spaniards. Their amorous escapade was captured by a voyeur armed with a smartphone, who documented the moment furious locals discovered the lustful duo in the act on Playa de Palma beach, Majorca…

  • US tourist survives ferocious shark attack while snorkelling off Galapagos Islands

    US tourist survives ferocious shark attack while snorkelling off Galapagos Islands

    An American holidaymaker had a horrendous experience when she was ferociously attacked by a shark while snorkelling near Mosquera islet, located off the enchanting Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean. The 42 year old woman noticed her surrounding waters turning crimson as she became the victim of a dreadful shark attack. Delia Yriarte, a nurse by profession, was snorkelling amidst…

  • Monk-led scam network dupes victims of 2 million baht posing as tax officials

    Monk-led scam network dupes victims of 2 million baht posing as tax officials

    A man part of a scam network passing off as a tax official was today apprehended by cyber police forces at a renowned temple in Kamphaeng Phet province. The 46 year old suspect allegedly defrauded victims of over 2 million baht (US$57,414) through a deceptive application. Major General Worawut Watnakornbancha, head of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) apprehended the…

  • Phuket forest reserve dwellers demand removal of RTN fence

    Phuket forest reserve dwellers demand removal of RTN fence

    In a recent event in Phuket, over 100 residents who have illegally occupied land within the Bang Khanun protected national forest handed over their formal request for the removal of a barbed-wire fence that the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has installed. The appeal yesterday was addressed to Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew and received by Vice Governor Anupap Rodkwan Yodrambam at…