Month: August 2024

  • China NewsTaiwan netizen’s leaf mistaken for stray cat goes viral

    Taiwan netizen’s leaf mistaken for stray cat goes viral

    A viral sensation has emerged online in Taiwan, where a netizen shared a humorous experience of trying to rescue what appeared to be a stray cat on the street, only to discover it was something entirely different. According to reports, the netizen recounted that at around 10pm, yesterday, August 12, while driving home after work, they noticed an orange stray…

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  • Thailand NewsThai man caught for Bangkok rape after 3 week-manhunt (video)

    Thai man caught for Bangkok rape after 3 week-manhunt (video)

    Police arrested a Thai man who evaded capture for three weeks after raping a 59 year old woman at an apartment in the Srinakarin neighbourhood of Bangkok. The suspect, 38 year old Surapong, also known as Bang Pakchong, escaped arrest after sexually assaulting the victim on July 23. Surapong reportedly sneaked into the victim’s apartment and placed a pillow over…

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  • Thailand NewsMalaysian woman goes viral for transporting durians on car (video)

    Malaysian woman goes viral for transporting durians on car (video)

    A durian-loving Malaysian woman, who cannot stand its strong smell, has gone viral for her unique solution of placing the fruit on the bonnet of her car while driving. She shared her experience on TikTok, receiving widespread attention and mixed reactions from netizens. Durian, often dubbed the king of fruits, is known for its divisive nature: people either love it…

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  • Thailand NewsSupport floods in for social activist battling costly illness in Thailand

    Support floods in for social activist battling costly illness in Thailand

    Residents in Kanchanaburi, West Thailand, have rallied to help aid a social activist suffering from severe illness due to a lack of protein caused by a stomach disease. The activist, Mint, appealed for help as her medical expenses reached 4,000 baht per day. Mint, the owner of the Facebook page “ชื่อ’อ มิ้น’น,” posted a heartfelt plea for donations to cover…

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  • Environment NewsMinistry tackles chemical waste crisis with 14.9 million baht cleanup

    Ministry tackles chemical waste crisis with 14.9 million baht cleanup

    The Ministry of Industry initiated a collaboration with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and other relevant agencies to address areas recently contaminated with chemical waste. The Permanent Secretary of the Industry Ministry, Nattapol Rangsitpol, informed the media of the coordinated efforts yesterday, August 12. Nattapol acknowledged the issues arising from the illegal dumping of hazardous substances in Rayong,…

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  • Thailand NewsThai teen allegedly shoots himself in face while playing with gun

    Thai teen allegedly shoots himself in face while playing with gun

    A Thai teenager in the southern province of Phattalung allegedly shot himself in the face while playing with a gun, but his father doubts this, believing that his son may have been attacked by someone. Officers from Kong Ra Police Station rushed to a wooden hut in the Kong Ra district of Phattalung after being notified of the shooting at…

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  • Business NewsMG to produce hybrid electric vehicles in Chon Buri next year

    MG to produce hybrid electric vehicles in Chon Buri next year

    Thailand’s hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) market is set to witness heightened competition as automakers roll out investment plans. The Chinese-Thai joint venture SAIC Motor-CP and MG Sales (Thailand) announced their intention to produce HEVs under the MG brand in Chon Buri by next year. MG is capitalising on a burgeoning domestic market for HEVs, spurred by the Board of Investment’s…

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  • Pattaya NewsPattaya rolls out the red carpet: Aiming for film-tastic UNESCO spot

    Pattaya rolls out the red carpet: Aiming for film-tastic UNESCO spot

    The seaside resort of Pattaya is gearing up to host the Pattaya Film Festival 2024 in a bid to establish itself as a UNESCO Creative City of Film. The festival seeks to boost tourism through film-related activities and position Pattaya as a central hub in the film industry as part of its development plan for 2023-2030. A press conference was…

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  • Thailand NewsMyanmar worker feared drowned in Samut Songkhram river

    Myanmar worker feared drowned in Samut Songkhram river

    A young Myanmar worker disappeared while swimming with friends near the central pillar of the Somdej Phra Sri Suriyen Bridge in Samut Songkhram. Despite rescue efforts, strong currents forced a pause in the search, which will resume today. The 24 year old Myanmar worker, Hen Min Ko Ko, was enjoying a swim with three friends to cool off when he…

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  • Thailand NewsTransgender caretaker suspected after camera found in air-con

    Transgender caretaker suspected after camera found in air-con

    A transgender caretaker of an apartment in Chon Buri has become the prime suspect after a Thai woman found a hidden camera in the air-conditioning unit within her room. The transgender woman vanished from the apartment shortly after the discovery. The victim, identified only as Noon, shared the story on the Facebook group Volunteer Lawyers, Free Consultation in Groups by…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand launches new double-track railway, enhancing logistics

    Thailand launches new double-track railway, enhancing logistics

    Thailand’s double-track railway on the State Railway of Thailand’s southern line, spanning from Nakhon Pathom to Chumphon, has officially started operations. The announcement was made yesterday, August 12, by the agency. The head of the SRT governor’s office, Ekarat Sri-arayanpong, stated that the new track will enhance logistical operations along the 421-kilometre route. The upgrade is set to reduce journey…

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  • Thailand NewsRinging in trouble: Bangkok thief swaps gold for cold hard cash

    Ringing in trouble: Bangkok thief swaps gold for cold hard cash

    Police arrested a man for stealing a gold ring by posing as a customer. He swapped the real ring with a fake one while the staff were distracted and later confessed to selling the ring for money. Police yesterday, August 12, arrested 33 year old Sakda following a warrant issued by the Criminal Court on August 1. He was apprehended…

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  • World NewsTeenager’s stroke linked to unhealthy lifestyle in heatwave

    Teenager’s stroke linked to unhealthy lifestyle in heatwave

    A 19 year old university student experienced a stroke after leading an unhealthy lifestyle, with doctors identifying five risky behaviours contributing to his condition. Experts warn that even young and seemingly healthy individuals are not immune to stroke risks. The Deputy Head of the Neurology Department at Zhongshan Hospital in Zhejiang Province, China, Hu Xinping, highlighted the increasing number of…

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  • Thailand Weather UpdatesDon’t let Thailand’s smiles rain on your parade: Brace for floods

    Don’t let Thailand’s smiles rain on your parade: Brace for floods

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecasted increased rainfall and potential flash floods over the next ten days, urging vigilance from residents in the Land of Smiles. The TMD released its updated ten-day rainfall accumulation forecast, predicting increased rainfall and potential flash floods from today to ten days ahead. This forecast, based on data from the European Centre for Medium-Range…

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  • Thailand NewsRussian-Canadian arrested for overstaying, begging on Koh Pha Ngan

    Russian-Canadian arrested for overstaying, begging on Koh Pha Ngan

    Residents on Koh Pha Ngan island in the southern province of Surat Thani alerted the Tourist Police to a Russian-Canadian man found overstaying his visa and begging for food from locals. Residents on the island reported to the Tourist Police that they witnessed a foreign man begging for food from various households and sleeping on a footpath. The foreigner’s begging…

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  • Thailand NewsNew law proposed for quick tech crime recovery in Thailand

    New law proposed for quick tech crime recovery in Thailand

    A special law to protect victims of technology crimes and expedite their recovery of losses will be introduced by the government, Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong announced yesterday. The new legislation aims to address the surge in technology-related crimes and was agreed upon during a recent committee meeting focused on suppressing and preventing these offences. The committee…

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  • Politics NewsPeople’s Party confirmed legal despite petition threat

    People’s Party confirmed legal despite petition threat

    The People’s Party (PP), emerging from the recently disbanded Move Forward Party (MFP), has been confirmed by the Election Commission (EC) as having established the necessary party branches legally. The announcement followed a statement by Warong Dechgitvigrom, leader of the Thai Pakdee Party, who indicated his intention to file a petition against the PP. His contention revolves around the predecessor,…

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  • Business NewsThai central bank to cut rates as US economy slows

    Thai central bank to cut rates as US economy slows

    The US economy is anticipated to face a cyclical slowdown from late next year into 2025, prompting the Bank of Thailand to reduce its policy rate by up to 1.5 percentage points, according to KGI Securities (Thailand). KGI analysts, Rakpong Chaisuparakul and Pragrom Pathomboorn highlight in their report that this slowdown will normalise the labour market and make US consumers…

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  • Thailand NewsThai fisherman sees South Korean discard cash, jump into river

    Thai fisherman sees South Korean discard cash, jump into river

    A resident in the northern province of Chiang Mai discovered the body of a South Korean man in the Ping River after he scattered cash and jumped into the water in front of a Thai fisherman on Sunday. A fisherman alerted officers from Chang Phueak Police Station after seeing a foreigner, later identified as 44 year old South Korean man…

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  • Thailand video newsThailand Video News | Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warnings Issued Across Northern Thailand, Brawl Between Tourists and Local Workers on Karon Beach Goes Viral

    Thailand Video News | Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warnings Issued Across Northern Thailand, Brawl Between Tourists and Local Workers on Karon Beach Goes Viral

      Thailand Video News’ today discovered news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries, hosted by Alex. The stories include a brawl between Indian tourists and local workers on Karon Beach in Phuket has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online. Meanwhile, a Thai BBQ restaurant faced backlash over a customer’s refund demand after dining for two hours. Heavy rain…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand’s ‘call’ for scam help at Mekong meeting

    Thailand’s ‘call’ for scam help at Mekong meeting

    The Government of Thailand will leverage the upcoming Mekong-Lancang Cooperation (MLC) meeting to seek regional support in tackling call centre scam gangs. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin tasked Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa with addressing this issue during the meeting and exploring effective strategies to combat cross-border crimes, including these scams. The 9th MLC meeting is set for Thursday and Friday in…

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  • Business NewsMc Group forecasts 4 billion baht revenue, targets Gen Y and Z

    Mc Group forecasts 4 billion baht revenue, targets Gen Y and Z

    The well-known creator and distributor of Mc Jeans, Mc Group Plc, anticipates its revenue to hit 4 billion baht this year, with a strategic focus on engaging Generation Y and Z to fuel its growth. The Chief Executive James Richard Amatawiwat acknowledged the competitive nature of the market this year but expressed confidence in the company’s ability to stay ahead…

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  • Bangkok NewsBangkok taxi driver slashes passenger’s head after overcharge (video)

    Bangkok taxi driver slashes passenger’s head after overcharge (video)

    A shameful Thai taxi driver surrendered himself yesterday after trying to overcharge a passenger by 500 baht and subsequently attacking her with a knife on a footpath near Soi Lat Phrao 42/2 in the Huai Khwang district of Bangkok on Saturday, August 10. The victim’s sister, 29 year old Supawadee Khamsa-nga, met with Ekkaphop Luangprasert, the founder of the non-profit…

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  • Bangkok NewsBillion baht boatloads: Bangkok’s big splash in water transport

    Billion baht boatloads: Bangkok’s big splash in water transport

    Thailand’s Office of Transport and Traffic Policy Planning (OTP) announced an ambitious plan to invest 8.87 billion baht to enhance water transport networks in Bangkok and its surrounding provinces. This comprehensive development plan aims to bolster public transport by boat, spanning from 2024 to 2032. Panya Chupanich, Director-General of the OTP, confirmed that the Transport Ministry approved the project, which…

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  • Phuket NewsPhuket your plans: Steer clear of roadwork zones at night

    Phuket your plans: Steer clear of roadwork zones at night

    Motorists are being urged to steer clear of Thepkrasattri Road, Dibuk Road, and Phuket Road in Phuket Town during nighttime due to ongoing construction work aimed at installing power cables underground. Phuket Town Mayor Saroj Angkhanapilas announced that this project, which started on November 14 last year and is set to conclude by November 7 this year, aims to enhance…

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  • HealthExpat essential: 12 reasons why Insurance in Thailand is a no-brainer!

    Expat essential: 12 reasons why Insurance in Thailand is a no-brainer!

    Thailand is renowned for its high-quality healthcare. With advanced medical facilities and skilled professionals, the country provides exceptional care through both public and private sectors. Universal health coverage ensures essential health services for all citizens. However, foreigners and expats require private insurance for quality healthcare access. Many private hospitals offer world-class services. This makes accessing premium healthcare affordable through insurance…

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  • Thailand NewsSodium hydroxide suspected in deaths of Thai cop and 2 daughters

    Sodium hydroxide suspected in deaths of Thai cop and 2 daughters

    A tragic incident occurred on Mother’s Day when a Thai policewoman and her two daughters were found dead in the bathroom of their home in Chon Buri. Sodium hydroxide, commonly used in bathroom cleaning, is suspected to be the cause of their deaths. A Thai woman, identified only as Khaofang, sought help from officers at Mueang Chon Buri Police Station…

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  • Thailand NewsMPs demand answers from PM over delayed financial bills

    MPs demand answers from PM over delayed financial bills

    The House Committee on Political Development, Mass Communications, and Public Participation is seeking answers from Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin after his delayed endorsement of 16 financial legislation bills. The committee, led by People’s Party (PP) list-MP Parit Wacharasindhu, has called on the Thai premier, his Secretary-General Prommin Lertsuridej, and Acting Pol. Sub. Lt. Arphat Sukanan, the House of Representatives Secretary-General,…

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  • Bangkok NewsStudent activists campaign against judges at Thai universities

    Student activists campaign against judges at Thai universities

    Student activists at Thammasat and Chulalongkorn universities launched campaigns targeting two Constitutional Court judges who also serve as guest lecturers at their institutions. This action follows the court’s recent ruling that led to the disbandment of the Move Forward Party (MFP). Thammasat University Student Council Rangsit Campus and the committee of students from the Faculty of Law posted an open…

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  • Krabi NewsDugong to the rescue: Calf gets a nursery boost after Krabi solo act

    Dugong to the rescue: Calf gets a nursery boost after Krabi solo act

    A young dugong calf, found alone near Koh Poda in Krabi, has been transferred to a nursery in Trang for care and medical attention. Tourists discovered the calf yesterday and promptly notified officials from the Andaman Sea Lower Marine and Coastal Resources Research Centre. Pinsak Suraswadi, Director-General of the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, confirmed the incident and detailed…

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  • Phuket NewsThai PM calls for tourist safety in Phuket ahead of high season

    Thai PM calls for tourist safety in Phuket ahead of high season

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin insists tourist safety in Phuket must be prioritised ahead of the upcoming high season. The Thai premier made these remarks during a meeting with tourism-related agencies in Phuket yesterday, August 12, to prepare for the high tourist season from September to February. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Royal Thai Police, Provincial Police Region…

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  • GuidesInfinito helps hotels in Thailand with revenue management

    Infinito helps hotels in Thailand with revenue management

    Maximising revenue and profit–isn’t that the ultimate goal for every business in the hospitality industry? If you run a hotel, you might have heard that revenue management is an effective way to boost your top-line revenue. It involves using data and analytics to predict demand, adjust prices, manage risk, and distribute rooms effectively to maximise profits. Surprisingly, despite its effectiveness,…

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  • Thailand NewsThai BBQ restaurant faces viral refund demand incident

    Thai BBQ restaurant faces viral refund demand incident

    A popular Thai barbecue restaurant recently faced a troublesome customer who demanded a refund after consuming food for two hours and complaining about poor service. The incident, captured in a video, has since gone viral on social media. The incident took place yesterday, August 11, as reported by a well-known social media page. A customer, after dining for two hours…

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  • Phuket NewsBrawl erupts on Karon Beach between tourists and local workers

    Brawl erupts on Karon Beach between tourists and local workers

    A photo posted on a popular social media page in Phuket today ignited controversy after capturing a brawl on Karon Beach. The image depicted a group of Indian tourists in a physical altercation with local workers responsible for managing beach umbrellas. The caption accompanying the post read: #Clashing! Brawl on Karon Beach, Karon Subdistrict, Mueang district, Phuket province. A group…

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  • Thailand NewsPhoto of tourist at Thai temple sparks online debate

    Photo of tourist at Thai temple sparks online debate

    A photograph posted by the well-known influencer Toffee, known as Toffee the Computer Repairing Ladyboy, sparked a heated debate online. The image, taken at the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, shows a tourist stepping on a replica of the Buddha’s footprint, leading to widespread criticism on social media. The controversy divided opinions. Some believe the foreign tourist’s behaviour is…

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  • Chiang Mai NewsChiang Mai woman fatally struck at zebra crossing

    Chiang Mai woman fatally struck at zebra crossing

    A tragic road accident occurred when a 56 year old woman was hit by a car while crossing a zebra crossing in Chiang Mai, resulting in her death. The incident took place yesterday near the chedi Mae Krua Market, Mae Faek Mai subdistrict in San Sai district. Police from Mae Faek Police Station received the report of the accident, which…

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  • Thailand NewsWoman uninjured after BMW hits power pole

    Woman uninjured after BMW hits power pole

    A dramatic car accident in Nakhon Ratchasima saw a woman escape uninjured after her new BMW veered off a curve and struck a power pole in Phimai district early yesterday morning. The incident took place on Phimai-Chumphuang Road in Tambon Rangka Yai at 6.49am, yesterday, August 11. CCTV footage revealed the white BMW, still bearing red plates, approaching the curve…

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