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  • Thailand NewsBuriram’s next act: Ex-governor poised to lead Senate as speaker

    Buriram’s next act: Ex-governor poised to lead Senate as speaker

    Former Buriram Governor Senator Mongkol Surasajja is anticipated to be chosen as the Senate Speaker in the upcoming session of the Upper House tomorrow. The selection of the Senate Speaker and two deputies will occur after the swearing-in ceremony. The most senior senator has been approached to preside over the inaugural meeting. A source familiar with the situation indicated that…

  • Thailand NewsShocking incident: Electrician severely electrocuted in Buriram

    Shocking incident: Electrician severely electrocuted in Buriram

    An electrician was severely injured after being electrocuted while connecting power lines on a high-voltage pole in Buriram. Rescue efforts were delayed by 30 minutes due to the late arrival of a separate bucket truck. At 10am today, July 19, emergency responders from Buriram Hospital received a report of a person being electrocuted on a high-voltage electricity pole in front…

  • Thailand NewsGarbage truck crash in Buriram kills worker, injures driver

    Garbage truck crash in Buriram kills worker, injures driver

    A garbage truck skidded on a slippery road and crashed into a village sign and an electric pole, causing the death of a worker who fell from the truck and leaving the driver severely injured. A tragic accident occurred when a municipal garbage truck lost control on a wet road and collided with a village sign and an electric pole,…

  • Crime NewsBuriram man killed by friend in liquor dispute, community in shock

    Buriram man killed by friend in liquor dispute, community in shock

    A man was fatally assaulted by his friend after an argument over buying liquor in Buriram Province, leaving the community in shock. The incident occurred yesterday in the village of Kradon, Huai Rat District. Police Lieutenant Ongart Manobal, Deputy Inspector of Huai Rat Police Station, received a report about a fatal assault. Upon arriving at the scene with a rescue…

  • Thailand NewsMonk gets ‘phoned’ in: Thief masquerades as benefactor in Buriram

    Monk gets ‘phoned’ in: Thief masquerades as benefactor in Buriram

    Earlier today a monk reported a theft incident where a man posing as a benefactor stole his mobile phone at a temple in Buriram. A man aged between 50 and 60 years old approached Wat Ban Takong in Buriram province, claiming he wanted to sponsor a meal for the monks. A resident monk at the temple, 60 year old Suthep…

  • Thailand NewsThailand govt defends Buriram graduates amid cheating claims

    Thailand govt defends Buriram graduates amid cheating claims

    The Thai government fiercely defended 40 Buriram Rajabhat University graduates against allegations of cheating in their competitive exams for assistant teaching positions. Rumours have been swirling that the graduates were aided by leaked exam papers, a suspicion magnified by the fact that the Minister of Education, Permpoon Chidchob, is from Buriram province. Addressing the controversy, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram official fires gun three times to stop teen brawl (video)

    Buriram official fires gun three times to stop teen brawl (video)

    A local council member in Buriram has been called in for questioning after a video surfaced showing him firing several shots into the air during a brawl between teenagers at a parade yesterday, July 8. He admitted he did it to stop the fight. The incident took place in front of a parade vehicle at Ban Nong Makhuea Mai village…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram locals spooked as possessed medium pigs out on raw pork

    Buriram locals spooked as possessed medium pigs out on raw pork

    Villagers in Buriram held a traditional ceremony at an over 100 year old shrine, offering various foods to honour ancestral spirits. During the event, an 80 year old medium, believed to be possessed, startled attendees by eating raw pork. A video posted by a Facebook user named Khun Chai Khun Chai Nimsuwan captured the unusual ceremony. “This belief has been…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram to celebrate King’s 72nd birthday with grand event

    Buriram to celebrate King’s 72nd birthday with grand event

    Buriram is gearing up for a grand celebration, marking the 72nd birthday of His Majesty the King Maha Vajiralongkorn with an extravagant event titled Breath of the Land. The event will span three days, from tomorrow July 5 to July 7, at the Chang Arena football stadium, featuring world-class musical performances and various charitable activities. The people of Buriram have…

  • Thailand NewsWoman dies after being struck at ATM by delivery truck in Buriram

    Woman dies after being struck at ATM by delivery truck in Buriram

    A tragic accident claimed the life of a 41 year old woman from Mueang District, Buriram, when she was struck by a delivery truck while transferring money at an ATM. The incident occurred at 10pm on Wednesday, June 26, on Phutthamonthon Sai 5 Road, in front of Seree Market, Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom. The delivery truck driver has been…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram police seize drugs and guns, suspect claims he found them

    Buriram police seize drugs and guns, suspect claims he found them

    Buriram police seized methamphetamine, firearms, and ammunition, from a drug dealer’s home, who claimed he found all the illegal items on the street, leading officers to stifle their laughter during the arrest. Buriram Provincial Police Commander, Police Colonel Ruttaphon Naowarat, yesterday led a team to raid the home of a suspected drug dealer and confiscate various illegal items. The evidence,…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram woman faces home seizure after co-signing a car loan

    Buriram woman faces home seizure after co-signing a car loan

    A woman in Buriram has pleaded for help after receiving a home seizure court order due to unpaid car loan instalments by a close friend she’d been a guarantor for. A general labourer, 32 year old Pacharinporn co-signed for her friend Pu (a pseudonym) to buy a new pickup truck in 2019. Pu’s now-deceased ex-husband was the primary guarantor, with…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram abbot moved to monastery after loudspeaker incident

    Buriram abbot moved to monastery after loudspeaker incident

    A temple abbot in Buriram was taken to a nearby monastery to calm down after a loudspeaker incident at 4am caused a stir among locals. Stress during funeral preparations for his father was cited as the reason, with no drugs involved. A recent incident involving 47 year old Phra Khru Sutthithamparahat, the abbot of Mueang Fai Temple in Nang Rong…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram bust-up: Minibus driver assaults woman over school run

    Buriram bust-up: Minibus driver assaults woman over school run

    A heated altercation occurred in Buriram yesterday when a local minibus driver assaulted a woman, who was picking up village children for school, the driver was angered by the encroachment into his minibus territory. The incident, which occurred around 7am yesterday on a village road in Prakhon Chai District, Buriram, was witnessed by several parents and schoolchildren who were left…

  • Road deathsBuriram teen tragically dies in motorcycle crash with parked truck

    Buriram teen tragically dies in motorcycle crash with parked truck

    A high school student tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident when he collided with a parked 10-wheeler truck while on his way to school. The incident occurred at 7.30am today, June 20, on the Nang Rong-Pakham road, near the entrance to Sub Phra Ya Subdistrict, Nang Rong District, Buriram Province. Police Lieutenant Weerawut Ratprakhon, Deputy Inspector of Nong…

  • Thailand NewsRescue efforts underway for stray dog with cut-off paws in Buriram

    Rescue efforts underway for stray dog with cut-off paws in Buriram

    Residents in the Isaan province of Buriram ensured a stray dog received necessary medical care after its hind leg paws had been cut off. A Thai woman took to social media to seek help for the injured dog on Tuesday, June 17. She shared pictures of the dog, with brown and black fur and its paws cut off, with a…

  • Thailand NewsElderly woman forgives robbers after 200,000 baht theft in Buriram

    Elderly woman forgives robbers after 200,000 baht theft in Buriram

    An elderly woman, who fell victim to a theft by two seemingly Good Samaritans who stole cash and gold worth nearly 200,000 baht, has remarkably forgiven the suspects. After accepting their offer of a ride, she was robbed of all her belongings, threatened at gunpoint, and left stranded by a pond. The Thai police apprehended one of the suspects, 39…

  • Thailand NewsPolice arrest woman for robbing elderly of 200,000 baht in Buriram

    Police arrest woman for robbing elderly of 200,000 baht in Buriram

    The Thai police arrested a woman today for allegedly deceiving and robbing an elderly woman in Buriram. The suspect, Somporn, or Aui Banna, is believed to be part of a gang, part of a wider operation that has been targeting vulnerable individuals across various regions. The police, led by Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang began an investigation after receiving multiple complaints.…

  • Thailand NewsCommunity rallies after baby boy abandoned in Buriram

    Community rallies after baby boy abandoned in Buriram

    A newborn baby boy was found abandoned behind a house in Kan Dong district, Buriram province, sparking a community effort to rescue him and uncover the reasons behind the incident. The discovery took place yesterday when residents heard the cries of the infant and alerted police. Police Lieutenant Parinya Yingngam, Deputy Inspector of Kan Dong Police Station, received a report…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram villagers accuse ex-principal of land grab

    Buriram villagers accuse ex-principal of land grab

    Villagers in Nong Mai Ngam, Lahan Sai District, Buriram Province, submitted evidence to the Buriram Provincial Land Reform Office, accusing a former school principal of seizing their agricultural land after they failed to repay loans. The villagers borrowed money from the ex-school principal but could not repay it in time, leading to the confiscation of their Sor Por Kor land,…

  • TravelMust see Buriram: A destination with something for everyone

    Must see Buriram: A destination with something for everyone

    Nestled in the heart of Thailand, Buriram offers an intriguing blend of history, culture, and modern attractions that captivate travellers from around the world. Once known primarily for its serene Khao Kradong Forest Park, Buriram has evolved into a vibrant destination, now equally famed for its impressive sports facilities, including the Chang International Circuit and Chang Arena. Explore Buriram Buriram…

  • Thailand NewsMan fatally stabbed after stopping to help stranger in Buriram

    Man fatally stabbed after stopping to help stranger in Buriram

    A tragic incident occurred involving the son of a sub-district assistant village headman, who was fatally stabbed at a roadside pavilion after stopping to help out a stranger who was seemingly in need. One of his friends was also injured in the unprovoked attack in Buriram. Deputy Inspector of Nong Ki Police Station, Police Lieutenant Colonel Thongsuk Prongthale, reported that…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram contractor gives away 7 buffaloes to prevent slaughter

    Buriram contractor gives away 7 buffaloes to prevent slaughter

    A contractor announced the giveaway of seven buffaloes, including breeding pairs and their offspring, to animal lovers for free, with the stipulation that they not be sold to slaughterhouses. The decision stems from a lack of time and space to care for the animals. A 48 year old resident of Yai Yaem Watthana in Chalermprakiat, Buriram, made the heartfelt decision…

  • Crime NewsPolice raid snooker club near Buriram school, arrest 9 at drug party

    Police raid snooker club near Buriram school, arrest 9 at drug party

    Police raided a snooker club-cum-pub near Buriram Provincial School, uncovering a drug-fueled party in a VIP room. Nine individuals, including three women and six men, were arrested, and various drugs and firearms were confiscated. Police Major General Rutthaphon Naowarat, commander of Buriram Provincial Police, yesterday, May 28, led a team comprising the provincial police investigation unit, the Mueang police investigation…

  • Thailand NewsMushroom foragers uncover ancient carvings in Buriram forest

    Mushroom foragers uncover ancient carvings in Buriram forest

    Villagers foraging for mushrooms in the Buriram forest stumbled upon ancient carvings believed to depict the mythological figure Sirimahamaya. The discovery sparked widespread interest and calls for an urgent investigation by the Fine Arts Department. In the dense forests of Buriram, a group of mushroom foragers made an unexpected and potentially historic discovery. Amidst the lush greenery, they found an…

  • Crime NewsElderly woman’s buffalo herd mysteriously vanishes in Buriram

    Elderly woman’s buffalo herd mysteriously vanishes in Buriram

    A 72 year old woman in Buriram province reported the mysterious disappearance of her entire herd of 10 buffaloes, prompting a local rescue unit’s extensive search that unfortunately turned out fruitless. The owner, deeply worried about the financial implications of the loss, appealed to the public for help. Buriram Highway Police Rescue Unit yesterday was alerted by the elderly woman…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram village rocked by mysterious death in thorny forest

    Buriram village rocked by mysterious death in thorny forest

    Debates around a mysterious death in Buriram were ignited after a chilling discovery in the dense thorny forest on the outskirts of Nong Hwai village revealed the body of 46 year old Nopadol, with signs of animal predation and a charred head, suggesting a possible unnatural death. Locals remain divided on the cause of death, with some suspecting heatstroke in…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram family fights back after YouTuber spins ghostly tale

    Buriram family fights back after YouTuber spins ghostly tale

    A family in Buriram is seeking justice after a YouTuber trespassed into their home without permission, filmed the property, and uploaded the video with misleading information suggesting the house was haunted. The video has caused significant distress and concern for the family’s safety and the security of their possessions. As of today, the video has garnered over 74,000 views, and…

  • Thailand NewsDrought dries up Buriram: 300 Thai households forced to buy water

    Drought dries up Buriram: 300 Thai households forced to buy water

    The protracted drought in Thailand has precipitated a water crisis in Mueang district, Buriram, compelling approximately 300 households across three villages to resort to purchasing water. The scarcity of water is attributed to the drying up of the area’s groundwater, which these villages heavily depend on, given that they are not linked to the local water pipelines. The impacted villages…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram teen brutally attacked, family seeks justice

    Buriram teen brutally attacked, family seeks justice

    A Buriram teen was brutally attacked by a group of teenagers, including one army conscript, during the Songkran festival on April 14. After nearly collapsing from injuries and receiving threats online, the family of the victim is seeking justice, while the case remains unresolved as of today. The joy of Thailand’s traditional Songkran celebrations turned into a nightmare for a…