- Thailand News
Bhumibol Bridges to shine bright on Nawamintharathirat Day
Tomorrow, on October 13, Thailand remembers His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, a revered monarch whose seven-decade reign shaped the nation’s modern history. Born in Massachusetts in 1927, King Bhumibol, Rama IX, ascended the throne in 1946 following the untimely death of his brother, King Ananda Mahidol. Though never destined to rule, his reign became a symbol of compassion, stability, and…
- Thailand News
Fake amulet expert steals collectibles worth over 2 million baht
A man posing as an expert in amulets stole valuable collectible amulets worth over 2 million baht from a 93 year old former naval officer in Chon Buri. The police are actively pursuing the suspect of the amulet theft. Today, on October 12, Police Lieutenant Thanit Thepprakhdi, an investigator from Sattahip police station, reported a theft in a home in…
- Thailand News
Girl, 10, tragically dies from electric shock in Buriram
A tragic incident occurred in Buriram’s Nong Teng subdistrict, Krasang district, when a ten year old girl passed away from an electric shock yesterday, on October 11. The girl’s grandmother, Kaewnapa, 48, a local resident, was grieving as the child was found holding a hairdryer tightly in her right hand. Kaewnapa usually works in Bangkok selling goods and had promised…
- Thailand News
Flooding impacts 17 provinces in Thailand, affecting 340,000 residents
Flooding persisted across 17 provinces today, on October 12, predominantly affecting the Central Plain and the North. Suphan Buri experienced rising water levels, while other areas saw levels remain steady or decrease. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation indicated that residents in eight provinces in the central plain, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Ayutthaya,…
- Thailand News
American man, 70, dies in fall from Chon Buri condo
A 70 year old American man died after falling from a condominium in Jomtien, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province today, on October 12 at 2.16am. The police, led by Police Lieutenant Chaiyanaret Phengkan from Mueang Pattaya Police Station, responded to the incident alongside a police investigation team and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue volunteers. The incident occurred…
- Thailand News
Israeli nationals arrested in Koh Samui for counterfeit currency scam
In Koh Samui, Surat Thani, police arrested two Israeli nationals accused of exchanging counterfeit US dollars, causing a loss of 21,840 baht. Both individuals face severe legal action as authorities investigate further to prevent economic disruption. On October 11, officers from Bo Phut Police Station, in collaboration with the Surat Thani Immigration Office (Samui), detained the two Israelis following a…
- Pattaya News
Newborn abandoned in Pattaya dormitory, police investigate
In the early morning of October 10, on Friday, a newborn baby boy, just a few hours old, was discovered abandoned at a staff dormitory mainly accommodates Myanmar hotel workers,in Soi South Pattaya 18. The infant, found crying but in good health, was left in a secluded area of the building. As of the latest update that afternoon, he is…
- Thailand News
Father faces charges for attacking dog after it bit child in Nonthaburi
Watchdog Thailand Foundation confirms they have not withdrawn the complaint against a 29 year old man who assaulted a stray dog after it bit his two year old child in Nonthaburi province. The foundation insists on pursuing animal cruelty charges against the father, stating that his actions were driven by anger and frustration, which are not permissible by law. The…
- Thailand News
Outcry over man’s comments on security guard’s dining choice
An online uproar has erupted following a man’s controversial comments about encountering a security guard dining with his family at the same restaurant. The man expressed surprise, questioning whether security guards earn enough to afford such luxurious outings, thus sparking intense debate. The incident occurred when the man posted his experience of dining at a buffet on a Chao Phraya…
- Thailand News
Thailand disrupts nine drug networks, seizes millions of narcotics
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced the successful disruption of nine significant drug networks, resulting in the arrest of 16 suspects and the confiscation of large quantities of drugs during a nationwide operation in September. During a press conference at the Narcotics Suppression Bureau, Anutin, who is also the interior minister, highlighted that drug suppression is a national priority and an…
- Phuket News
Myanmar national fatally stabbed in Patong altercation
In Patong, a Myanmar national was fatally stabbed during a confrontation on October 3. Patong Police were alerted to a rental room in an alley off Soi Klong Bang Wat, Ratchapathanusorn Road, at 7.02pm. They discovered 38 year old Zaw Min Win outside his accommodation, suffering from severe stab wounds and lying in a pool of blood. Rescue workers from…
- Pattaya News
Japanese tourist assaulted in Pattaya, suffers fractured nose
In Pattaya, a 57 year old Japanese tourist experienced a violent assault early yesterday, October 4. The altercation left him with a fractured nose, according to local rescue workers. This incident occurred around 4.30am near the entrance of Soi 13 Chalermprakiat. The Pattaya Rescue Center received a call reporting an assault on a foreign national. Upon arrival, the rescue team…
- Thailand News
Taxi driver faces charges for keeping lost wallet in Bang Bua Thong
A 40 year old Japanese language interpreter, Sarawut, reported a cash theft case to Bang Bua Thong police against Chanan Chai, a taxi driver, for allegedly keeping a wallet he found and refusing to return it. The wallet, lost by the victim, contained 2,080 baht, credit and ATM cards, an ID card, and important documents. The incident occurred at 3pm…
- Thailand News
Thai man arrested for assaulting niece in Nonthaburi
A 24 year old man, Kriangsak, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his 12 year old niece multiple times while they were alone at home. The incident came to light after the girl’s father noticed unusual behaviour and eventually discovering that she had been a victim of child assault. The arrest was made on October 4 by Pol. Lt. Gen.…
- Thailand News
Outrage as teacher accused of assaulting student over marshmallows
In Lampang, a legal case has emerged involving a 23 year old teacher accused of assaulting a seven year old boy with a metal ruler and slapping him for consuming the teacher’s marshmallow snack. This incident has prompted outrage among residents and community leaders due to the visible bruising on the child’s face. The teacher, accompanied by his mother, attempted…
- Thailand News
Kanchanaburi tattoo shop removes child’s offensive tattoo for free
A tattoo removal shop in Kanchanaburi received significant attention online after sharing a cautionary tale involving a child with an offensive word tattooed on their forehead. The shop’s page, famous for its tattoo services, posted a photo of the young child with a tattoo prominently displayed on the forehead. The shop, known as Chaiyaphum Beautiful Eyebrows, assisted in removing the…
