Bright Choomanee

With a degree in English from Srinakharinwirot University, Bright specializes in writing engaging content. Her interests vary greatly, including lifestyle, travel, and news. She enjoys watching series with her orange cat, Garfield, in her free time.
  • Road deathsTragic hit-and-run kills woman on Suksawat Road in Samut Prakan | Thaiger

    Tragic hit-and-run kills woman on Suksawat Road in Samut Prakan

    In a devastating hit-and-run incident today on Suksawat Road, Samut Prakan, a 71 year old man and his wife were struck by a truck, resulting in her tragic death. Police Officer Chai Polsri reported that the accident unfolded when a motorcycle collided with the back of a pickup truck, leaving one person dead and another seriously injured. The shocking incident…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesRain check! Bangkok braces for a drenching deluge | Thaiger

    Rain check! Bangkok braces for a drenching deluge

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a stark warning: heavy rain and cooler temperatures are on the horizon for tomorrow. A staggering 33 provinces will be affected by the weather with Bangkok expected to see a soggy 60% of its area drenched. Get ready for potential flooding and flash floods as the storm rolls in. In their latest forecast, the…

  • Crime NewsScammers posing as repair technicians target homes in Buriram | Thaiger

    Scammers posing as repair technicians target homes in Buriram

    Scammers posing as repair technicians have been targeting residents by forcibly entering homes and demanding payment for unnecessary repairs. This unsettling incident has left the community of Samrong, Plapplachai district, Buriram province in a state of alert. On October 6, around 1pm, 59 year old Jamnien, was looking after her four month old granddaughter in front of her house when…

  • Thailand NewsThailand assures 60-day oil reserve amid Middle East conflict | Thaiger

    Thailand assures 60-day oil reserve amid Middle East conflict

    The Ministry of Energy assured the public that Thailand’s oil reserves are sufficient to last over 60 days amidst the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Measures are being taken to ensure stable oil prices despite the volatile situation. Weerapat Kiatfuengfu, Deputy Permanent Secretary and spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, stated that the ministry and relevant agencies are closely…

  • Thailand NewsElderly man dies after falling from ladder in Chanthaburi orchard | Thaiger

    Elderly man dies after falling from ladder in Chanthaburi orchard

    An 85 year old man tragically died after falling from a ladder while tending to durian flowers in Chanthaburi. Emergency medical teams performed CPR and used a defibrillator but the man was found unresponsive under a durian tree, and could not be revived. Police Lieutenant Pacharapol Tanjing of the Chanthaburi City Police Station received a report of a serious accident…

  • Business NewsThailand eyes higher inflation target to push for rate cut | Thaiger

    Thailand eyes higher inflation target to push for rate cut

    Sources familiar with the discussions have revealed that Thailand’s Finance Ministry plans to propose an increased inflation target of 1.5% to 3.5% for the coming year. This move is likely to exert additional pressure on the central bank to lower its key interest rate. Talks between the Finance Ministry and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to finalise this new price…

  • Thailand NewsThai national returns from Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes | Thaiger

    Thai national returns from Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes

    A Thai national has safely returned from Lebanon to Thailand, while five others await evacuation amidst Israeli airstrikes, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Nikorndej Balankura, the MFA spokesperson, noted that approximately 100 Thais residing in Lebanon prefer to stay and monitor the situation. The spokesperson held an online press conference on October 6 addressing Israel’s attack…

  • Crime NewsFood fight: Delivery rider and motorcyclist clash in petrol station | Thaiger

    Food fight: Delivery rider and motorcyclist clash in petrol station

    A heated altercation occurred between a food delivery rider and a motorcyclist, leading to a physical fight, causing both men to sustain facial injuries. CCTV footage captured the incident at a petrol station on Sri Sothorn New Road in Chachoengsao province yesterday. The altercation began when a delivery rider, riding his motorcycle against traffic, exited the petrol station. At the…

  • Crime NewsPolice seize 87 million baht ketamine haul from abandoned truck | Thaiger

    Police seize 87 million baht ketamine haul from abandoned truck

    Police intercepted a six-wheel truck belonging to a drug trafficking gang, seizing over 291 kilogrammes of ketamine worth 87 million baht (US$2.6 million). The suspects abandoned the vehicle and escaped, prompting a forensic investigation to identify the culprits. Yesterday, October 7, police officers, led by Attapon Itthayophasakul from Huai Yai Police Station, coordinated with Thatchakorn Chaisit from the Chon Buri…

  • Crime NewsPolice seize 1.26 million meth tablets in major drug bust | Thaiger

    Police seize 1.26 million meth tablets in major drug bust

    Police in Nakhon Si Thammarat seized 1.26 million methamphetamine tablets in a major drug bust, revealing shockingly low wholesale prices and promotional offers for bulk purchases. The drugs are believed to be produced in neighbouring countries embroiled in conflict. Yesterday, October 7, at the Provincial Police Region 8 headquarters in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Saranyu Chamnanrach, Deputy Commissioner of Police Region…

  • Chiang Mai NewsFlooding in Chiang Mai leaves 90 year old stranded | Thaiger

    Flooding in Chiang Mai leaves 90 year old stranded

    A 90 year old grandmother yesterday was left stranded and in need of rescue in Chiang Mai after floodwaters surrounded her home. Her worried family coordinated with emergency services, who safely evacuated her, navigating dangerous conditions. Flooding continued in several areas of Mueang district, Chiang Mai, due to the overflow from the Ping River. Despite the challenging conditions, rescue teams persevered,…

  • Crime NewsHigh-speed police chase ends with crash and drug arrests | Thaiger

    High-speed police chase ends with crash and drug arrests

    A high-speed chase spanning more than 10 kilometres ended dramatically when police apprehended a couple fleeing in a white Toyota sedan. The pursuit concluded after the vehicle crashed into a fence and wall, leading to the arrest of the driver and passenger and the discovery of drugs. At approximately 8.30pm yesterday, October 7, Police Lieutenant Prajak Chumyen and his team…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms to hit Thailand regions | Thaiger

    Heavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms to hit Thailand regions

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm for the eastern and southern regions, warning that heavy monsoons are on the horizon. With a staggering 60% to 70% chance of thunderstorms, locals are being advised to prepare for potential flash floods. While Bangkok braces for its own thunderous downpours, those in the northern and northeastern regions can expect a…

  • Thailand NewsCon-voyage: Police spark furore with luxury supercar jam on M6 | Thaiger

    Con-voyage: Police spark furore with luxury supercar jam on M6

    A viral video has stirred up a storm after it revealed police officers on the M6 motorway escorting a convoy of luxury supercars, forcing traffic to a crawl. The shocking footage shows officers blocking lanes on the Bang Pa-in to Nakhon Ratchasima route, sparking widespread outrage and prompting an immediate investigation. Social media erupted when a Facebook user posted a…

  • Thailand NewsThai workers die from toxic gas in South Korean greenhouse | Thaiger

    Thai workers die from toxic gas in South Korean greenhouse

    Two Thai workers were found dead in a greenhouse in South Korea after lighting a fire to stay warm and inhaling toxic gas. The tragic incident occurred in Pyeongchang, Gangwon province, and the victims were identified as a 60 year old man and a 50 year old woman. Local reports revealed that on the morning of October 4, police received…

  • Thailand NewsSoldiers recover gold necklace after Chiang Rai landslide (video) | Thaiger

    Soldiers recover gold necklace after Chiang Rai landslide (video)

    A house owner in Chiang Rai experienced a landslide that buried their home, prompting a call for military assistance to recover a gold necklace lost in the mud. After six hours of digging, the soldiers’ efforts were rewarded when they found the necklace and returned it to its rightful owner. Heavy flooding in northern Thailand, particularly in Chiang Rai, caused…

  • Crime NewsBangkok police arrest key member of call scam gang | Thaiger

    Bangkok police arrest key member of call scam gang

    Police in Bangkok apprehended a key member of a call scam gang that impersonated the Mueang Mukdahan Police Station to defraud victims of over 40,000 baht. Yesterday, October 5, senior officers including Police Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang, Police Major General Noppasin Poolsawat, Police Major General Thiradet Thamsuthee, Police Colonel Worapot Rungkachang, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Sarawut Pimsubhaporn collaborated to arrest…

  • Thailand NewsStudent drowns on school trip to Rayong | Thaiger

    Student drowns on school trip to Rayong

    Tragedy struck when a first-year secondary school student from a well-known private school in Nakhon Ratchasima drowned during a field trip to Rayong. The young girl, known for her talents in music and art, was the only daughter of her family. A Facebook page, เจ๊มอย V+, initially posted the heart-wrenching news. “Again? A private school in Korat took students on…

  • Crime NewsTeen suspect dies after escaping police and jumping into canal | Thaiger

    Teen suspect dies after escaping police and jumping into canal

    A 17 year old suspect died after escaping from custody and jumping into the Saen Saeb Canal while being transported to Min Buri Juvenile Court. Despite a search effort, his body was found drowned. Police Lieutenant Colonel Phichitphon Ratchakom from Min Buri Police Station received a report on October 4 about a 17 year old male juvenile suspect, who had…

  • Bangkok NewsCar crash on Lat Phrao Soi 48 causes major power outage | Thaiger

    Car crash on Lat Phrao Soi 48 causes major power outage

    A car collided with an electric pole on Lat Phrao Soi 48, causing significant power outages and blocking residents from entering or exiting the area. The police are investigating the accident, which occurred early this morning. At around 6am today, a Honda City, white in colour, with the registration number 717 Bangkok, crashed into an electric pole on Lat Phrao…

  • Road deathsBangkok taxi accident leaves five injured, one critically | Thaiger

    Bangkok taxi accident leaves five injured, one critically

    A taxi accident on Rama 9 Road in Bangkok early today resulted in the vehicle overturning and catching fire, leaving five passengers injured, with one in critical condition. At 8.10am, today, October 6, Huamark police officers responded to the incident and found the taxi engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene to control the fire, discovering that all…

  • Crime NewsSouth Korean drug fugitive arrested in Thailand after visa overstay | Thaiger

    South Korean drug fugitive arrested in Thailand after visa overstay

    Thai and South Korean officials collaborated to apprehend a South Korean fugitive involved in drug-related crimes. The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) and the National Police Agency of South Korea arrested 44 year old Seo Jung Num at a hotel in Bang Lamung on October 3. Seo had been evading an arrest warrant issued in South Korea for…

  • Thailand NewsParents seek 1.21 million baht for kids they didn’t raise | Thaiger

    Parents seek 1.21 million baht for kids they didn’t raise

    Parents of some students who died in the tragic bus fire have attempted to claim 1.21 million baht in compensation each, despite not having raised the children, the Office of Attorney-General (OAG) reported. The provincial prosecution office in Uthai Thani discovered irregularities while contacting the families of the victims, according to Kosolwat Inthuchanyong, head of the office for rights protection…

  • Thailand NewsDDC warns against uncooked pork after 12 deaths in Thailand | Thaiger

    DDC warns against uncooked pork after 12 deaths in Thailand

    The Department of Disease Control (DDC) issued a warning today regarding the consumption of uncooked pork, following 12 fatalities linked to Streptococcus suis in four provinces in the lower northeastern region of Thailand. Dr Taweechai Wisanuyothin, head of DDC Office 9, reported that from January 7 to September 3, there were 149 cases of hearing loss caused by this bacterium…

  • Business NewsBanking on transparency: Thailand opens data doors for financial access | Thaiger

    Banking on transparency: Thailand opens data doors for financial access

    The Bank of Thailand unveiled an open data initiative aimed at enhancing access to financial services for Thai citizens and businesses. The Your Data initiative allows individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to share their data with financial institutions, facilitating improved access to a range of financial services. The central bank’s project, in collaboration with regulatory agencies and financial…

  • Crime NewsDSI fast-tracks fraud case against celebrity retailer Kornkanok | Thaiger

    DSI fast-tracks fraud case against celebrity retailer Kornkanok

    Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong authorised the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to expedite the high-profile fraud case against celebrity online retailer Kornkanok “Mae Tuck” Suwannabut. The case has been designated a special case to ensure a swift resolution. Kornkanok and her husband, Kanpon Rueang-aram, were arrested on September 30 in Bangkok, facing multiple charges. They are accused of public fraud,…

  • Crime NewsCourt issues arrest warrant for Thai MP over 2004 massacre | Thaiger

    Court issues arrest warrant for Thai MP over 2004 massacre

    The Narathiwat provincial court issued an arrest warrant for 74 year old General Pisal Wattanawongkiri, a Pheu Thai Party list MP, in connection with the 2004 Tak Bai massacre case. This significant development, announced by the Cross Cultural Foundation today, October 4, comes at the request of the victims’ lawyer. Gen. Pisal, a former commander of the Fourth Army Region,…

  • Crime NewsArmed men arrested after storming Udon Thani childcare centre | Thaiger

    Armed men arrested after storming Udon Thani childcare centre

    Two young men armed with a knife and a baseball bat were apprehended after storming into a childcare centre, admitting to using drugs and engaging in a dispute over drug debts. They claimed they did not realise they had entered a childcare centre during their chase. Yesterday, October 3, around midday, a group of teenagers armed with a baseball bat…

  • Crime NewsArrest warrants issued in Kamnan Nok meth gang shooting case | Thaiger

    Arrest warrants issued in Kamnan Nok meth gang shooting case

    The court issued arrest warrants for the leader of the Kamnan Nok gang and his associate, who are accused of firing 30 shots into a Toyota Camry over a dispute involving 600,000 methamphetamine pills. Police are expanding their investigation to apprehend all involved parties. Yesterday, October 3, the investigation, supervised by Praphat Mangkhang, Deputy Commander of Samut Prakan Provincial Police,…

  • Thailand NewsInsurance firms to compensate school bus blaze victims | Thaiger

    Insurance firms to compensate school bus blaze victims

    Insurance companies, in collaboration with the Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC), are set to provide compensation to the families of the deceased and injured following the school bus blaze tragedy. Each person affected is entitled to an initial compensation of 660,000 baht (US$19,940). The devastating incident, which occurred on October 1, claimed the lives of 23 students and teachers…