- Road deaths
Motorbike crash in Chon Buri claims life of 49 year old woman
A tragic collision claimed the life of a 49 year old woman when her motorcycle collided head-on with a pickup truck in Chon Buri’s Phan Thong district yesterday evening. The male driver of the truck stated that the woman veered into his lane, making it impossible to avoid the accident due to the narrow two-way street. The incident occurred at…
- Thailand News
Fatal electrocution at Chatuchak Market sparks safety concerns
A tragic accident at the Chatuchak Market in Lamphun province resulted in the death of a migrant worker and serious injuries to three others as they were electrocuted during rooftop welding while it rained. The incident prompted a swift response from emergency services and police. The accident occurred yesterday, November 6, around 4pm, when four migrant workers were engaged in…
- Crime News
Village rocked by shooting of admin member’s son in Songkhla
A serious shooting incident involving a local administrative organisation member’s son raised alarm in a village in Songkhla. The police are currently investigating potential family disputes and village conflicts as motives behind the attack, which left the victim severely injured. A coordinated effort by local police, including Sirikoson Prabgree, head of Khuan Niang Police Station, and Dusit Promsin, head of…
- Thailand News
Explosion in Suphan Buri leaves family injured, home destroyed
A devastating explosion has left a family in Suvarnabhumi, Suphan Buri, grappling with serious injuries and significant property damage after a homemade firework detonated. The blast occurred at the residence of 60 year old Bamrung Taengsopa, causing her severe injuries, including the loss of an arm. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, uncovering the extent of the destruction and…
- Thailand News
Bus-ted! Passengers flee fiery ride in Chachoengsao escape
A dramatic escape unfolded as passengers fled a burning bus, prompting urgent calls for help and evoking memories of a recent school bus blaze. The incident occurred yesterday, November 6 at 3.30pm when the police in Plang Yao, Chachoengsao, were alerted to a bus fire on Road 331 near Wat Noen Rai. Firefighters were quickly dispatched alongside local disaster prevention…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Thailand braces for heavy rain, strong winds as warnings issued
Weather warnings have been issued across Thailand, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) alerting residents to heavy rainfall in 28 southern provinces. The forecast predicts intense downpours that could lead to flash floods and landslides, while northern regions experience cooler temperatures and strong winds. A high-pressure system originating from China is currently extending over the upper parts of Thailand and…
- Thailand News
Chon Buri police officer found dead amid debt concerns
A police officer was found dead in his Bang Lamung flat, reportedly due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound, prompting an immediate investigation by Chon Buri’s top police officials. The incident appears to be linked to personal financial stress, as the officer had incurred a significant debt. At 5.30pm yesterday, November 6, Navin Sinthurat, Superintendent of Bang Lamung Police Station, was…
- Thailand News
Buddha statue found floating in Thai river sparks local curiosity
A surprising discovery captured the attention of residents in Chai Nat province as a 15-kilogramme Buddha statue was found floating in the Noi River. Locals have now enshrined it at the Sala Ruam Jai, a new pavilion in the village of Ban Tha Bang, Phong Ngam subdistrict, Sankhaburi district. The statue, with a 12-inch lap and a black appearance reminiscent…
- Thailand News
Bangkok to transform Phahurat into vibrant Little India
Bangkok Metropolitan Council is set to transform the Phahurat area into a vibrant Little India, fostering comprehensive collaboration among the government, private sector, and community to attract tourists and boost investments, thereby increasing the nation’s revenue. John Surajit Pongsingwitaya, President of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council, announced the capital’s commitment to support the development of Phahurat into a Little India, a…
- Thailand News
New plant species Curcuma diversicolor discovered in Thailand
Researchers at Kasetsart University announced the discovery of a new plant species, Curcuma diversicolor, locally known as Krajiew Sappasi, in Thailand. This unique species, distinguished by its vibrant bracts, is found exclusively in the community forest of Phra Thad Pha Daeng district in Tak province. The discovery has been published online in the international scientific journal Annales Botanici Fennici. The…
- Business News
LNG prices stable in 2025, easing Thailand’s power tariff adjustments
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices are projected to remain stable in early 2025, alleviating some of the pressure on Thai officials as they prepare to calculate a new power tariff for electricity bills from January to April next year. According to the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), this stability in LNG pricing will influence the upcoming adjustment of the…
- Business News
Bitcoin set for record high amid US election and rate cuts
Bitcoin is poised for a potential surge to a new record high this month, driven by expectations of further US policy rate cuts and a potential victory by Donald Trump in the US presidential election, according to insights from Merkle Capital, a digital asset fund manager. Last month, Bitcoin reached US$73,600, marking an increase of over 25% compared to the…
- Crime News
Drug-fuelled gun incident in Suan Luang ends with arrest
A dramatic incident unfolded in the Suan Luang area when a man under the influence of drugs fired a gun in a residential area. Special operation forces, fully armed, surrounded the area and managed to apprehend the suspect. The man now faces serious charges. Police were alerted to the situation around 5am today, November 6, following instructions from Witthawat Chinkham,…
- Crime News
Molotov attack in Udon Thani leaves teen critically injured
A violent altercation in Udon Thani left a young man seriously injured after being attacked with Molotov cocktails. The incident unfolded when a group of youths targeted 18 year old Taa at a notorious intersection known for frequent disturbances. Footage from a nearby CCTV camera captured the harrowing scene, showing Taa and his 18 year old friend Art being pursued…
- Thailand News
A 57 year old man dies while harvesting coconuts in sweltering heat
A tragic incident unfolded as a 57 year old man, known for working hard, collapsed and died amidst a pile of aromatic coconuts. Police are investigating the cause of death, with initial reports indicating no history of chronic illness. Yesterday, November 5, Phisin Nupinit, a deputy investigator from Bang Khonthi District Police Station, received a report about a man found…
- Chiang Mai News
Chiang Mai gold necklace thief caught in traffic hold-up
A brazen thief who snatched a gold necklace from a popular shopping centre in Chiang Mai was apprehended at an intersection after attempting to evade capture. The suspect, who had tried to blend in by changing clothes, was eventually caught in traffic. Yesterday, November 5, a gold necklace weighing 1 baht was stolen from the Mangkhorn Thong Yaowarat jewellery store…
- Thailand News
Year 7 boy drowns after skipping school in Nakhon Ratchasima
A tragic incident unfolded when a Year 7 boy drowned while skipping school to swim in a rapidly flowing river. The boy, identified only as A, was found 100 metres from where he and his friends initially entered the water. On the day of the incident, rescue volunteers from the Hook 31 unit in Nakhon Ratchasima were alerted to the…
- Chiang Mai News
Elderly man found dead in pit after 11 days missing in Chiang Mai
A tragic discovery was made when the body of a 71 year old man, who had been missing for 11 days from a hospital in Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai, was found in a 2-metre-deep pit. The man from Mae Taeng had been admitted to Mae Taeng Hospital following an accident. His disappearance on the night of October 25 prompted an…
- Bangkok News
Bangkok house of horrors: Owner trapped as two-storey falls flat
A two-storey wooden house in Bangkok collapsed, trapping its 64 year old owner beneath the debris. The incident occurred when neighbours heard creaking sounds, prompting an investigation into the cause. The structure had been previously identified as a safety risk. At 12.50am today, November 6, Police Lieutenant Suchat Changtham from Wat Phraya Krai Police Station received a report regarding a…
- Thailand News
Teenager collapses and dies during run in Phichit school
A tragic incident unfolded at a school in Mueang district, Phichit province when a 17 year old student collapsed and died during a physical education class. The student was participating in an 800-metre endurance run when he fell after running just 100 metres, experiencing chest tightness and losing consciousness in front of his peers and teachers. Today, November 5, Thanakorn’s parents,…
- Thailand News
PM ‘fund-amentally’ speeds up investment for 2025 economy
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra directed government entities to hasten the allocation of the investment budget for fiscal year 2025 to invigorate the nation’s economy. During a meeting with senior officials at the Finance Ministry yesterday, November 4, Paetongtarn highlighted that Thailand is grappling with longstanding issues compounded by new challenges. The 38 year old prime minister emphasised the necessity for…
- Crime News
Cops on ‘holy heist’ hunt for temple donation box bandit
Police are intensifying efforts to apprehend a thief who targeted a temple in Ayutthaya, Thailand, stealing a donation box meant for utility expenses. The incident occurred yesterday, November 4, at approximately 5pm at Wat Pradu Song Tham, located in Phai Ling subdistrict, Ayutthaya, when a suspect made away with the wooden donation box. Police Lieutenant Virunkit Tantarakul from the Ayutthaya…
- Business News
Thailand to ‘China’ its brand with bold e-commerce marketing
Expanding Thai products into the Chinese market relies heavily on creating a distinct corporate identity, testing products among Chinese consumers, and leveraging online marketing channels. According to the Thai E-Commerce Association, tapping into e-marketplaces is essential for Thai exporters aiming to establish a foothold in China. The association highlights the importance of live commerce and suggests setting up a cross-border…
- Road deaths
Motorcyclist dies in Pathum Thani collision with parked truck
A tragic road accident occurred when a motorcycle collided with a parked pickup truck, resulting in the motorcyclist’s death. The incident took place early this morning on the Pathum Thani-Bang Pahan Road, outside a timber shop in Chiang Rak Yai, Sam Khok district, Pathum Thani province. Police officer Chanikan Sateanchaiyakit, from the Sam Khok Police Station, received the report around…
- Crime News
Man in cartoon Moo Deng T-shirt caught stealing in Kanchanaburi
A man sporting a distinctive black T-shirt with a cartoon Moo Deng design and the words “Don’t catch me” was swiftly apprehended by police after being caught on CCTV stealing goods from a motorcycle basket. The incident took place yesterday, November 4, in front of a convenience store in the Tha Rua Market area, Tha Maka district, Kanchanaburi province. Despite…
- Crime News
Property boundary dispute in Kamphaeng Phet turns deadly
A dispute over property boundaries between neighbours in Kamphaeng Phet province ended in tragedy when a 32 year old man was fatally stabbed. The confrontation occurred in front of a house on a street in Moo 7, Pang Tawai subdistrict, Pang Silathong district. The incident unfolded at approximately 9.50pm when police from the Pang Silathong Police Station received reports of…
- Crime News
Fake officers ‘truck’ a couple for 250k baht in extortion scam
A group of men allegedly posing as administrative officers have been accused of extorting 250,000 baht from a truck driver and his wife by claiming they found untaxed goods in their vehicle. An ongoing investigation seeks to determine if these men are indeed government officials. The incident occurred yesterday, November 4, along Phahonyothin Road, inbound to Bangkok, in front of…
- Crime News
Pattani police officer survives ambush after brave retaliation
Gunmen ambushed and shot a 52 year old police officer from Mayo Police Station in Pattani while he was riding his motorcycle home after prayers. The attack occurred in the evening but Abdulhadi, despite sustaining injuries, managed to return fire, causing the assailants to flee. The incident unfolded yesterday, November 4 around 8.30pm on a village road in Moo 1,…
- Thailand News
Thai PM asserts Koh Kut’s sovereignty amid Cambodia MoU concerns
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra unequivocally reaffirmed Koh Kut’s status as a Thai sovereign territory, despite increasing anxiety over the island’s reference in a 2001 memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Cambodia. This MoU concerns resource management in overlapping claim areas between the two nations. The 38 year old Thai prime minister maintained that while there is no question about Koh Kut’s…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Heavy rain warning for 25 Thai provinces amid monsoon conditions
Heavy rain is expected to hit 25 provinces across Thailand, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issuing a warning due to monsoon troughs today. Bangkok is among the affected areas, and residents are urged to be cautious of flash floods and overflowing streams. The TMD forecast indicates that the monsoon trough is currently affecting the southern part of Thailand. This,…
