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.
  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rainfall warning: 33 provinces hit, 70% of South Thailand to be impacted

    Heavy rainfall warning: 33 provinces hit, 70% of South Thailand to be impacted

    Heavy rainfall is expected in 33 provinces across Thailand, with the southern region facing a high risk of flash floods and landslides. The Thai Meteorological Department urges citizens to remain vigilant to sudden flooding from June 2 as 70% of the area is expected to experience torrential downpours. The department has issued a 24-hour weather forecast warning of thunderstorms and…

  • Crime NewsThai bank employee drinks 6 beers, shoots at Youtuber’s car in road rage incident

    Thai bank employee drinks 6 beers, shoots at Youtuber’s car in road rage incident

    A 51 year old Thai bank employee was arrested for allegedly shooting at a popular YouTuber’s car after consuming six cans of beer. Police apprehended the suspect at the junction of Chaturathit and Phra Ram 9 roads in Bangkok, seizing a 9mm pistol and nearly 30 rounds of ammunition. Punnanikorn Pholmakrut, a 46 year old YouTuber behind the channel ‘Diew…

  • Crime NewsJealous Thai bus driver fatally shoots girlfriend in restaurant before attempting suicide

    Jealous Thai bus driver fatally shoots girlfriend in restaurant before attempting suicide

    A heated argument at a Laab restaurant in Chon Buri Province ended with deadly consequences, as a Thai bus driver fatally shot his 36 year old girlfriend, an employee at the establishment, before attempting to take his own life. However, the 42 year old attacker survived, receiving serious injuries and is currently in a coma. At around noon yesterday, Ratchapol…

  • Crime NewsElderly woman killed during robbery, daughter with disability witnesses horror

    Elderly woman killed during robbery, daughter with disability witnesses horror

    An elderly woman was murdered during a robbery at her grocery store in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand. The 74 year old victim was strangled by the intruders using her own clothing in front of her 43 year-old disabled daughter. The suspects fled, taking two mobile phones with them. In a shocking incident on June 1, the woman was brutally murdered…

  • Thailand NewsNakhon Ratchasima hosts 11-day grand Vesak celebration with renowned Thai monks

    Nakhon Ratchasima hosts 11-day grand Vesak celebration with renowned Thai monks

    Nakhon Ratchasima province in northeast Thailand is set to hold an 11-day grand event to celebrate Vesak Week, featuring the veneration of holy relics from Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand. The celebration, starting today, coincides with the 555th anniversary of Nakhon Ratchasima City and will take place at MCC Hall on the third floor of The Mall. Attendees will have…

  • Thailand NewsNurse vanishes after 7-day marriage: Thai soldier plans to file lawsuit

    Nurse vanishes after 7-day marriage: Thai soldier plans to file lawsuit

    A young Thai lieutenant found his newlywed life turn sour after only seven days of marriage to a nurse he met through a dating app. Having shared their story online, it is now suspected that the man was duped into paying a sizeable dowry. The 28 year old lieutenant, Sutha (surname withheld), has opened up about his short-lived marriage to…

  • World News11 year old girl hospitalised after eating cannabis-laced cookies

    11 year old girl hospitalised after eating cannabis-laced cookies

    An 11-year-old Malaysian girl was hospitalised after consuming homemade cookies containing cannabis. Perak‘s Police Chief, Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri, reported that she was treated at Hospital Taiping in the state last week. The girl is the daughter of a 38 year old man who has been arrested and subsequently tested positive for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The father now faces charges…

  • Road deathsElderly woman killed by speeding car while crossing road in South Thailand

    Elderly woman killed by speeding car while crossing road in South Thailand

    An elderly woman was fatally struck by a speeding car while crossing the road in Nakhon Si Thammarat province in South Thailand. The force of the impact caused the 66 year old woman’s head to strike the ground, ultimately leading to her death. The incident occurred on Om Khai Road in the Pak Poon sub-district. The victim, identified as Sukon (surname undisclosed),…

  • Thailand NewsUndercover payments: Lottery vendors reveal ‘protection fees’ to local police in Kamphaeng Phet

    Undercover payments: Lottery vendors reveal ‘protection fees’ to local police in Kamphaeng Phet

    A sticker coined “lottery protection fees” has emerged in Kamphaeng Phet province, with lottery vendors revealing they pay a monthly fee of 500 baht per booth to local police. The fee allegedly allows them to sell lottery tickets above the set prices within their territory only, but it doesn’t guarantee they won’t be fined. According to a lottery vendor in…

  • Thailand NewsMan from Uthai Thani shot himself after dispute led to divorce

    Man from Uthai Thani shot himself after dispute led to divorce

    A 34 year old man from Uthai Thani province shot himself after an argument with his wife led to their divorce. The incident occurred just a day after his 34th birthday and followed a long line of heated disputes between the couple. Pattanapong Pomthong was found lifeless with an 11mm handgun by his side at his rental home in Nong…

  • Thailand Weather Updates10 Thai provinces at risk as strong monsoon rains bring threat of flash floods and landslides

    10 Thai provinces at risk as strong monsoon rains bring threat of flash floods and landslides

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) released an advisory today warning about strong monsoon rains impacting 10 provinces, urging caution against potential flash floods and landslides. The advisory will remain in effect until June 6 and impacts the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. According to the announcement, the south-westerly monsoon rains are growing stronger, causing waves of 2-3…

  • Crime NewsGunman ambushes villager in South Thailand garden, personal conflict suspected

    Gunman ambushes villager in South Thailand garden, personal conflict suspected

    A 52 year old man was injured in a shooting in South Thailand‘s Pattani province while working near the Saiburi River at Kapho. The incident occurred around 6.30 pm yesterday. It is believed to have resulted from a personal conflict, although the unrest in the region has not been ruled out as a factor. Authorities are investigating and gathering evidence…

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