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.
  • World NewsJapanese woman’s dramatic weight loss transformation stuns the Internet | Thaiger

    Japanese woman’s dramatic weight loss transformation stuns the Internet

    The transformation of a Japanese woman who dramatically lost weight has stunned the Internet, with her before-and-after photos becoming a social media sensation. In Japan, the second Monday of January each year is celebrated as Coming of Age Day. It’s a day dedicated to those who have reached the age of 20, marking their transition into adulthood. On this day,…

  • Thailand NewsCharged down: Electric rates spark joy with 50-satang drop to 4.18 baht per unit | Thaiger

    Charged down: Electric rates spark joy with 50-satang drop to 4.18 baht per unit

    Electricity rates for January through April 2024 have been adjusted to 4.18 baht per unit, a decrease of 50 satangs per unit from the previous rate of 4.68 baht per unit. However, this is an increase of 19 satangs per unit from the September to December 2023 rate of 3.99 baht per unit. These changes were announced today by Khomkrit…

  • Thailand NewsPanida Siriyuthayothin sheds light on leaked photo with assistant Chang | Thaiger

    Panida Siriyuthayothin sheds light on leaked photo with assistant Chang

    Panida Sirayuthayothin addressed the recent controversy surrounding a leaked photograph of her with a personal assistant, known as Chang. The incident occurred at 12.30pm today. In the image, Chang appears to be kissing her on the cheek. Panida denied any romantic involvement with Chang, stating the unfounded accusations likely stemmed from jealousy. She pointed out Chaiwat Lomakul, her former legal…

  • Thailand NewsYoung mother in Thailand pleads for action against abusive husband | Thaiger

    Young mother in Thailand pleads for action against abusive husband

    A case of domestic abuse that resulted in severe injuries came to light when a young mother filed a complaint against her drug-addicted husband. Watanya Inju had only given birth two weeks ago and had reported the abuse to the police ten times previously but was told it was a family matter. The 25 year old woman had been in a…

  • Thailand NewsFormer Deputy PM’s ex-son-in-law accused of 100 million baht luxury handbag scam | Thaiger

    Former Deputy PM’s ex-son-in-law accused of 100 million baht luxury handbag scam

    The former son-in-law of an ex-deputy prime minister has been accused of defrauding investors in a bogus luxury handbag business, resulting in losses exceeding 100 million baht. Today at the Central Investigation Bureau, Ronnarong Kaewpetch, head of the Ronnarong Network for Social Justice, accompanied by, 42 year old Jittitikarn Thiradechapaphan, 44 year old Charinee Yuaisai, and about ten other victims, primarily…

  • Thailand NewsUnexpected traffic fines surprise vehicle owners at tax renewal in Prachuap Khiri Khan | Thaiger

    Unexpected traffic fines surprise vehicle owners at tax renewal in Prachuap Khiri Khan

    At the Department of Land Transport (DLT) in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, vehicle owners renewing their annual taxes are being hit with unexpected charges, 735,000 baht in total, for unpaid traffic fines. Those who are unable to pay the fines immediately are issued a temporary tax renewal slip, valid for 30 days, during which they must clear their fines to…

  • Thailand NewsSafety alert issued at Buriram University due to suspicious notes | Thaiger

    Safety alert issued at Buriram University due to suspicious notes

    The Student Administration of Buriram Rajabhat University, as announced on their Facebook page today (January 10), issued a safety warning to students and staff concerning suspicious behaviours observed on campus. The warning pertains to a man who allegedly infiltrated the university campus, leaving small notes requesting to add him on the messaging app, LINE. The messages, attached to students’ motorbikes,…

  • Thailand NewsThailand grapples with severe PM2.5 dust pollution impacting 53 provinces | Thaiger

    Thailand grapples with severe PM2.5 dust pollution impacting 53 provinces

    The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) reported this morning that 53 provinces across Thailand grapple with detrimental health impacts due to PM2.5 dust pollution. Don Mueang district in Bangkok is suffering the most, registering the highest levels of this harmful particulate matter. According to GISTDA’s report from yesterday, there were 310 heat spots detected throughout the country by…

  • Thailand NewsGold price remains steady in Thailand | Thaiger

    Gold price remains steady in Thailand

    The Gold Traders Association (GTA) revealed today’s gold price remains steady and those interested should hurry to make purchases. As of today, January 10, the selling price for gold ornaments is 34,150 baht per baht weight, unchanged from the closing price yesterday, according to the latest information from the GTA’s website at 9.03am. The price for 96.5% gold bars in…

  • Thailand NewsDisabled Thai woman crafts dolls for survival, selling from 15 to 120 baht | Thaiger

    Disabled Thai woman crafts dolls for survival, selling from 15 to 120 baht

    A disabled woman, crafting dolls for a living to provide for her son and sick mother, reached out to the public to buy her produce. Abandoned by her husband for another woman, she now fights for her survival. Those wishing to assist can buy her crafts today. Siapai Paton, a resident of Namduan, Mueangbangklang, Sawankhalok, Sukhothai, was left disabled after…

  • Thailand NewsTragic motorcycle accident in Kamphaeng Phet leads to rider’s drowning | Thaiger

    Tragic motorcycle accident in Kamphaeng Phet leads to rider’s drowning

    A fatal motorcycle accident was reported in Kamphaeng Phet where the vehicle lost control on a bend and plunged into a canal, resulting in the death of the rider who drowned. The motorcycle was found submerged in the water while the rider’s body was discovered under the vehicle. The incident happened at Nam Thong, a village in the Tha Khun…

  • Thailand NewsFamily bloodbath in Nong Ruea: Stepson shoots family over marital dispute | Thaiger

    Family bloodbath in Nong Ruea: Stepson shoots family over marital dispute

    A brutal domestic dispute in Nong Ruea, Maha Sarakham, yesterday, resulted in five severely injured family members. The family’s stepson, 37 years old Piyanat, allegedly attacked his wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, and aunt with an air rifle, after his request for an additional wife was denied. The conflict reportedly began after Piyanat and his 39 year old wife, Yupawadee, had disagreed…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesCold wave to hit northern Thailand with thunderstorms and temperature drop | Thaiger

    Cold wave to hit northern Thailand with thunderstorms and temperature drop

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning today about a cold wave of weather that is expected to hit the northern Thailand region. Residents are advised to prepare for thunderstorms, which are predicted to occur before a decrease in temperature between January 12 and 15. The high-pressure area or cold mass that covers the northeast and the South…

  • Thailand NewsAstrologer predicts business success for Taurus, Leo, and Sagittarius in 2024 | Thaiger

    Astrologer predicts business success for Taurus, Leo, and Sagittarius in 2024

    Promising business prospects await individuals born under the Taurus, Leo, and Sagittarius zodiac signs in 2024, according to Chang Thosaporn, a renowned astrologer. Taurus individuals, those born between April 14 and May 14, will experience significant luck in initiating new ventures in the coming year. Any plans set in motion are predicted to have a high chance of success. Astrologically,…

  • Thailand NewsShocking discovery: Man found dead in road pipe in Pathum Thani, friend flees scene | Thaiger

    Shocking discovery: Man found dead in road pipe in Pathum Thani, friend flees scene

    The Tanyaburi Police Station in Pathum Thani province reported the discovery of a man found dead, submerged in a communication pipe in the middle of the road. A dispute with a friend who had fled the scene was confirmed, prompting an urgent investigation into the mysterious death. Lieutenant Colonel Puttipong Yokchom, an investigative officer from Tanyaburi Police Station, received notification…

  • Northern Thailand NewsMysterious mass death at Chiang Mai Night Safari shocks Thailand | Thaiger

    Mysterious mass death at Chiang Mai Night Safari shocks Thailand

    Chiang Mai Night Safari, a popular tourist attraction in Thailand, faced a mysterious mass death of 13 endangered animals, a significant blow to the country’s wildlife. The casualties include a valuable white tiger, with veterinarians attributing the deaths to various causes, including natural ageing and diseases. Visitors to the Chiang Mai Night Safari expressed disappointment, reporting that the number of…

  • Thailand NewsChumphon police launch investigation into missing man and suspected murder | Thaiger

    Chumphon police launch investigation into missing man and suspected murder

    In Chumphon, police invited the mother and relatives of a missing man for questioning in relation to a suspected murder. The case involves a corpse which was abandoned and is believed to be the same missing person. Authorities are hastening to examine fingerprints and conduct DNA checks on bone fragments for identification. Sakritchaya Sukkanit, the Deputy Investigation Chief of Chumphon…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok child rescue: 8-year-old escapes brutal treatment | Thaiger

    Bangkok child rescue: 8-year-old escapes brutal treatment

    A shocking incident unfolded in Bangkok as an 8 year old child was rescued and immediately placed in a children’s home following harsh treatment by his grandmother. The child was reportedly forced to starve and eventually driven out of the house. The authorities also revealed the boy’s 10 year old sister is still living with the grandmother, whose fate remains…

  • Thailand NewsThai online vendors required to file taxes from 2024 as new directive kicks in | Thaiger

    Thai online vendors required to file taxes from 2024 as new directive kicks in

    Online vendors are required to file taxes for the year 2024, with the Revenue Department mandating online platforms to disclose income data. This directive, effective from January 1 applies to all businesses, including e-Commerce, food and product delivery services like Shopee, Lazada, Grab, and TikTok. These platforms, registered in Thailand and having an annual income exceeding 1 billion baht, are…

  • World NewsViral video reveals Japanese man’s covert train misconduct | Thaiger

    Viral video reveals Japanese man’s covert train misconduct

    A Japanese man’s secret groping of a sleeping woman on a train caused a social media storm after it was caught on video and went viral. The man, discovered to be a successful employee of a major company and a graduate of a prestigious university, is also a father of three. The viral video shows the pervert on a train,…

  • Thailand NewsSoldier dies in motorbike accident in Saraburi, another injured | Thaiger

    Soldier dies in motorbike accident in Saraburi, another injured

    A motorbike accident in Saraburi resulted in the death of a soldier and left another injured. The incident, which occurred at 2.18am today, was reported by the Saraburi Rattnatraysathansuan Rescue Foundation. The scene of the accident was on Phahonyothin Road, near the PTT petrol station in Pak Khao San Neua, Mueang district. The black Honda motorcycle, registered in Bangkok with…

  • Thailand NewsMan tragically ends life in stranger’s home in Bang Phli district | Thaiger

    Man tragically ends life in stranger’s home in Bang Phli district

    A shocking and tragic incident occurred in Bang Phli district of Samut Prakan province, as a 26 year old man from Buriram province took his life at a stranger’s home. The incident was reported yesterday, January 8, by Deputy Police Lieutenant Colonel Anan Thongleua of the Bang Phli Police Station. On arrival at the scene, authorities found the young man,…

  • Crime NewsDrunken wife allegedly stabs husband in Pattaya domestic dispute | Thaiger

    Drunken wife allegedly stabs husband in Pattaya domestic dispute

    A domestic dispute in Pattaya, Chon Buri, turned violent when a drunken wife allegedly stabbed her 32 year old husband, Damrong Dokpikul, with a knife. The incident, reported to the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya rescue centre at 9.16pm, took place at a rental home opposite Soi Khao Makok, in Nong Prue, Banglamung. Upon arrival, rescue workers found the injured man…

  • Thailand NewsFatal family feud over land inheritance shocks Nonthaburi, Thailand | Thaiger

    Fatal family feud over land inheritance shocks Nonthaburi, Thailand

    A deadly family feud over land inheritance escalated into a brutal shooting in front of a house in Nonthaburi, Thailand, resulting in two fatalities. The incident occurred at 9.30am today, January 8, when local police and volunteer rescue workers were dispatched to a violent scene in the Ban Mai district of Bang Yai. The victims were identified as 60 year…

  • Thailand NewsRecord PM 2.5 dust levels hit Thailand with Bangkok and Samut Songkhram worst affected | Thaiger

    Record PM 2.5 dust levels hit Thailand with Bangkok and Samut Songkhram worst affected

    Today saw the highest PM 2.5 dust levels this year in Thailand, with Samut Songkhram and Bangkok exceeding all other areas. The Geoinformatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), in collaboration with the National Research Office, the Pollution Control Department, Kasetsart University, and Chiang Mai University, revealed that 38 provinces exceeded standard PM 2.5 dust levels, impacting health. The PM…

  • Thailand NewsThai village in panic as deranged man with fake gun goes berserk | Thaiger

    Thai village in panic as deranged man with fake gun goes berserk

    A man, seemingly deranged and carrying a fake gun, caused panic in the Sirikarnjan village in Bang Samak, Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao province when he was seen shaking the fences of every home and shouting. The incident, captured on CCTV, took place around 4am today, January 8. Aged between 30 and 35 years old, the man was eventually taken into custody…

  • Thailand NewsWeather update: Northern Thailand braces for chill as storms threaten the south | Thaiger

    Weather update: Northern Thailand braces for chill as storms threaten the south

    TheMeteorological Department of Thailand (TMD)forecasted another drop in temperatures across northern Thailand, with the weather ranging from cool to cold, particularly in the mountainous areas. Meanwhile, cloud cover has been observed in Bangkok. In contrast, the southern region has been issued a warning for storm conditions affecting nine provinces. A mass of cold air or high-pressure area continues to cover…

  • Thailand NewsFatal high-speed motorcycle crash in Bang Khen district | Thaiger

    Fatal high-speed motorcycle crash in Bang Khen district

    A fatal accident occurred in the Bang Khen district when a high-speed motorcyclist lost control and crashed into a steel barrier. The 28 year old motorcyclist, identified as Subhasin, an army officer, was found dead at the scene. The accident took place on Thepharak Road, heading towards the Big C intersection, in the early hours of the day. At the…

  • Thailand NewsTour bus accident in Thailand leads to severe injuries | Thaiger

    Tour bus accident in Thailand leads to severe injuries

    A tour bus accident has led to multiple casualties and severe injuries among passengers. Rescue officials rushed to the scene, where they discovered six people seriously injured. The incident, believed to be caused by driver fatigue, occurred yesterday, January 7 at 10.30pm. The initial investigation of the incident involved interviewing the bus driver. The accident occurred on Asia Route 41,…

  • Thailand NewsElderly Thai duo’s homemade kaffir lime shampoo gains online attention (video) | Thaiger

    Elderly Thai duo’s homemade kaffir lime shampoo gains online attention (video)

    Social media users are intrigued by a pair of elderly women who are handcrafting and selling their kaffir lime shampoo. The duo’s distinctive labelling of their product has caught the attention of netizens, suggesting a counterfeit if the sticker is aligned properly. On January 7, TikTok user @kanthikanuch shared a clip of the two old ladies making the herbal shampoo…