Nattapong Westwood

Nattapong Westwood is a Bangkok-born writer who is half Thai and half Aussie. He studied in an international school in Bangkok and then pursued journalism studies in Melbourne. Nattapong began his career as a freelance writer before joining Thaiger. His passion for news writing fuels his dedication to the craft, as he consistently strives to deliver engaging content to his audience.
  • Transport NewsPolice deny involvement with taxi mafia in viral video scuffle

    Police deny involvement with taxi mafia in viral video scuffle

    Confusion swirled around an incident captured on a viral video with speculation of whether certain Bangkok taxis were registered or not, and whether Thong Lor Police were involved with an illegal taxi mafia. Phansa Amraphitak, Police Chief of Thong Lor Police, today stated that the group of seven accused taxi drivers appeared for interrogation based on the summon notice. They…

  • Bangkok NewsMissing Bangkok contractor’s body found in canal

    Missing Bangkok contractor’s body found in canal

    A tragic missing person incident has concluded with the discovery of the man’s body in a canal. Two days ago, a construction contractor mysteriously disappeared. Now, the man’s body was found in the Lam Kret Canal, along with his moped. His wife mournfully identified the body and explained that her husband had driven his moped to get more washed sand…

  • Thailand NewsRestaurant owner confronts negative reviewer at their home

    Restaurant owner confronts negative reviewer at their home

    Following an online uproar when a restaurant owner confronted a customer who had left a negative review, the owner herself sought to clarify events. She states she did not intend to cause distress but rather to understand the customer’s complaints. The owner identified only as Tum elaborated on what happened regarding the negative review. The customer accused the unnamed Thai…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok academy deals with serious research publication misconduct

    Bangkok academy deals with serious research publication misconduct

    A disciplinary action has been announced by Chulabhorn Royal Academy after an irregularity in a research publication revealed serious misconduct. The academy fired the individual in question as of today, and relayed the news through the official Facebook page, underscoring their dedication to ensuring the work transparency and integrity of all their staff. The statement came in the wake of…

  • Thailand NewsNine year old boy tragically drowns on holiday at beach getaway in Rayong, Thailand

    Nine year old boy tragically drowns on holiday at beach getaway in Rayong, Thailand

    A beach holiday turned into a tragedy when a nine year old boy drowned in the sea at Mae Ram Phueng Beach in Rayong, Thailand. The boy was swallowed by high waves and a rescue attempt fell short as the youngster slipped from his rubber ring and disappeared beneath the waves. A 10 year old relative also got into difficulty…

  • World NewsLate-night discovery of deserted pushchair sparks online debate on potential dangers

    Late-night discovery of deserted pushchair sparks online debate on potential dangers

    Nancy Walsh, a property agent from South Carolina, USA, recently shared an unnerving run-in with an isolated pushchair during a late-night drive. In a chilling encounter, she was navigating a deserted alley and stumbled upon an abandoned pushchair on the roadside. Although she was terrified that a child had been left alone, she warned social media users to never leave their…

  • Crime NewsChon Buri contractor’s pickup stolen by new hire, 10,000 baht reward for info

    Chon Buri contractor’s pickup stolen by new hire, 10,000 baht reward for info

    A construction contractor experienced an unexpected blow when a recently hired worker stole the company’s pickup truck after just five days on the job. News broke on Facebook that the thief drove off in the stolen bronze-coloured Isuzu D-Max. The owner of the construction company has offered a reward for anyone connecting him to the lost vehicle. Caught on surveillance…

  • Thailand NewsFamily ties in flames: Former son-in-law caught in alleged arson incident in Chon Buri

    Family ties in flames: Former son-in-law caught in alleged arson incident in Chon Buri

    A former son-in-law was identified and apprehended for alleged arson on a residential property, according to Don Hua Lo Police in Chon Buri yesterday. The suspect, a 34 year old man, had previously threatened to kill and is identified as being connected to the homeowner, 68 years old man. Boonchuey Naksri explained that he received information about his house being…

  • Thailand NewsRoad accident: University students killed in horrific crash north of Bangkok

    Road accident: University students killed in horrific crash north of Bangkok

    Two university students lost their lives while one sustained injuries after a six-wheel truck crashed into their motorcycle in a horrific road accident in Pathum Thani province, north of Bangkok, Thailand. The driver of the truck later reported himself to the police in the aftermath of this tragic accident. Around 2.40am today, a road accident incident was reported on Rangsit-Nakhon…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon mayhem: Thai Meteorological Department warns of soaking showers

    Monsoon mayhem: Thai Meteorological Department warns of soaking showers

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning today of increased and heavy rainfall due to the southwestern monsoon covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. As a result, 47 provinces are at risk of sudden flooding and forest runoff. People in these areas have been urged to be wary of heavy rain and accumulated precipitation, which can…

  • Thailand NewsShocking surprise: Thai Facebook user electrified by 11 million baht bill

    Shocking surprise: Thai Facebook user electrified by 11 million baht bill

    In an unparalleled event, a Thai Facebook user was stunned after receiving an electric bill amounting to 11 million baht. Usually, the family’s bill lies within the boundary of 40,000 baht per month, thus, the recent drastic increase has courted distress and confusion. The shocking occurrence has exploded into a major point of interest online. The distressed Thai Facebook user…

  • Crime NewsNakhon Si Thammarat murder: Man arrested for chilling strangulation, deadly violence

    Nakhon Si Thammarat murder: Man arrested for chilling strangulation, deadly violence

    The quiet town of Nakhon Si Thammarat was left in shock as local police arrested Seri Boonprap, an infamous 57 year old, yesterday, for the brutal strangulation of a woman in a bungalow, an act he chillingly admitted was fuelled by resentment. The victim’s premature death came as a shocking end to their tumultuous relationship, resulting in the horrifying Nakhon…

  • Thailand NewsFireworks investigation: Extra tonne discovered near Thai explosion site, increasing fears

    Fireworks investigation: Extra tonne discovered near Thai explosion site, increasing fears

    In a shocking event, officials uncovered an additional 1 tonne of fireworks hidden in a building just 150 metres away from a previous explosion site that took the lives of 12 people. The find, which has left residents in fear of repeat incidents, marked a dramatic expansion of an ongoing fireworks investigation inquiry that had already resulted in yesterday’s arrest…

  • China News1.9 million baht hidden treasure discovered in Chinese apartment

    1.9 million baht hidden treasure discovered in Chinese apartment

    Residents in China’s Zhejiang province expressed amazement after a woman found a hidden treasure hoard inside the wall of her recently rented apartment. The unanticipated discovery contained gold and silver jewellery and cash totalling around 400,000 yuan, equivalent to approximately 1.9 million baht. The unusual finding took place in Jinhua City, located in the Zhejiang Province of China. The female…

  • Thailand NewsBarbie: Woman ends relationship after boyfriend reacts badly to feminist film

    Barbie: Woman ends relationship after boyfriend reacts badly to feminist film

    Popularity of the film Barbie has taken the world by storm as it resonates with a youthful audience, propagating a strongly feminist message. The film’s content has captivated many viewers, leading to discussions about the themes explored in it. However, an unexpected consequence emerged when a woman revealed that her relationship ended dramatically after the couple viewed the film due…

  • Road deathsRoad accident claims life of motorbike group member in Samut Songkhram

    Road accident claims life of motorbike group member in Samut Songkhram

    A fatal road accident occurred in the central province of Samut Songkhram today, claiming the life of 38 year old Suriya, a member of a large motorcycle group on a southern holiday trip. The incident came about as a pickup truck, with 33 years old Nonthaphon behind the wheel, attempted to turn into a petrol station, inadvertently crashing into the…

  • Thailand NewsDrug trafficking ring spanning across Thailand busted by police

    Drug trafficking ring spanning across Thailand busted by police

    A police crackdown resulted in the arrest of seven individuals in connection to a drug trafficking ring spanning the length of Thailand. Police stated the organised criminals caught yesterday had a long-standing pattern of sustained violence, striking fear into local communities. The drug trafficking ring’s operations extended from Chiang Rai through Nakhon Si Thammarat and on to Trang. The arrests were…

  • Eastern Thailand NewsJet ski rider disappears in Bang Pakong River, near Bangkok

    Jet ski rider disappears in Bang Pakong River, near Bangkok

    A tragic incident unfolded in Bang Pakong, east of Bangkok, where a well-respected jet ski rider vanished without a trace. Rescuers were alerted to the missing man after locals who had been cutting saplings on the riverbank spotted an abandoned jet ski mid-river. Despite an extensive overnight search which lasted more than nine hours, authorities have yet to locate the…

  • Crime NewsAyutthaya woman falls victim to online sex video leak

    Ayutthaya woman falls victim to online sex video leak

    In a disgraceful incident, a young man has been accused of blackmailing a woman, identified as A, by releasing a sex video of them having intercourse online. A 33 year old factory worker from the province of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya expressed deep distress over the incident, which caused her immense embarrassment and anxiety. The episode traces back to the…

  • Crime NewsStudent safety urged as Bangkok police chase man harassing schoolgirls

    Student safety urged as Bangkok police chase man harassing schoolgirls

    The parents of students from a prominent school in Ratchadamnoen yesterday warned of a man exhibiting signs of mental illness who has been causing harm to female students in a number of locations. The police are hot on his trail after he struck several times. The student safety alert shared on the LINE app includes a picture of the man.…

  • Crime NewsPopular influencer Mod Oi admits to promoting illegal online gambling after Thai crackdown

    Popular influencer Mod Oi admits to promoting illegal online gambling after Thai crackdown

    In an escalating crackdown on illegal gambling promotion, Thai authorities issued orders to summon about 30 celebrities and influencers, including Phannarai Khemmi, commonly known as Mod Oi, a popular and sexy influencer with 1.1 million followers on Twitter. Mod Oi today appeared at the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) headquarters in Nonthaburi province with her boyfriend, accepting the accusations of…

  • World NewsFinal kiss of Columbian couple captured on camera before fatal motorcycle mishap

    Final kiss of Columbian couple captured on camera before fatal motorcycle mishap

    A tragic road accident in the rural municipality of Agustin Codazzi, northern Colombia, saw a sweet moment of a loving Colombian couple promptly switch to sorrow. The couple was filming a charming video while riding a motorcycle, abruptly disrupted by a fatal mishap. The video included what would be their final kiss. The ill-fated woman, Liliana Paola Macías Beltrán, was…

  • Crime News3 Thais arrested in 100 million baht heroin smuggling scheme bound for Australia

    3 Thais arrested in 100 million baht heroin smuggling scheme bound for Australia

    Thai police arrested three people today for their alleged involvement in an international heroin smuggling operation. The operation, led by the Crime Suppression Division (CSD), seized 32 kilograms of heroin intended to be transported to Australia. The estimated street value of this sizable seizure stands at around 100 million baht. The perpetrators were arrested in three provinces across Thailand: Nakhon…

  • Bangkok NewsWoman’s body found in Bangkok canal, believed to be abandoned for days

    Woman’s body found in Bangkok canal, believed to be abandoned for days

    A shocking discovery occurred yesterday evening as police were summoned to a grisly scene in the Bang Khun Thian district of Bangkok. In Phraya Ratchamontri Canal, near the end of Soi Tha Kham 8, Samae Dam sub-district, the lifeless body of a woman was found floating face down, seemingly deserted for the past four days. She was thin, had long…

  • Road deathsFatal motorbike crash claims life of Cambodian worker in Prachuap Khiri Khan

    Fatal motorbike crash claims life of Cambodian worker in Prachuap Khiri Khan

    In a tragic event, two Cambodian construction workers encountered a terrible motorbike accident when their vehicle crashed into an electricity pole on their way to a shop. The crash, which happened on a curving path in the coastal Prachuap Khiri Khan province at around 1am today, led to the death of one worker, while another worker was injured. According to…

  • World NewsChinese youths turn mango pits into playful pets

    Chinese youths turn mango pits into playful pets

    A recent trend amongst young people in China has taken not just the country, but also the Internet, by storm. The youngsters have started to transform ordinary mango pits into adorable and entertaining mini pets. These quirky creations have swiftly garnered significant attention, most notably on Chinese social media platforms where countless users have been sharing their newfound hobby. Typically,…

  • Thailand NewsShop owner robbed of over 100,000 baht during his absence

    Shop owner robbed of over 100,000 baht during his absence

    A shop owner returned to his premises in Udon Thani City at 10am yesterday to discover that his property had been robbed while he was away. The intruder had stolen valuable goods of over 100,000 baht. The local police, led by officer Nattawat Ladawan, were quickly on the scene. The shop, at 63 Phonphisai Road, was owned by 38 year…

  • Thailand NewsWoman’s body found in Uthai Thani pond, community mourning

    Woman’s body found in Uthai Thani pond, community mourning

    News from the northern Uthai Thani province in Thailand revealed the heartbreaking story of an elderly woman, whose body was discovered yesterday after disappearing from home. Having sparked a frantic search involving her three children and half a hundred neighbours, the 76 year old woman was eventually found dead in a pond. Police officers from Taluk Du Police Station in…

  • Phuket NewsHistoric return of leatherback sea turtle boosts marine hope on Phuket beach

    Historic return of leatherback sea turtle boosts marine hope on Phuket beach

    In a remarkable event, a large leatherback sea turtle has chosen to lay its eggs on the shores of Karon Beach in Phuket. Local officials have since hurried to check the site and set up protective measures as the site is all set to become a maternity nest for the enormous creature. This is the first instance of a turtle…

  • Crime NewsPak Chong tragedy: Nephew murders uncle over insult feud

    Pak Chong tragedy: Nephew murders uncle over insult feud

    A horrific family dispute in the Pak Chong district of the northeast Nakhon Ratchasima province ended in tragedy as a 31 year old man fatally shot his 57 year old uncle. Police took several hours to interrogate the suspect under arrest. They managed to get a confession out of him, eventually revealing a grudge sparked by the victim’s insulting words.…

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