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 NewsFatal Rayong motorcycle accident: Tragic collision claims rider’s life instantly | Thaiger

    Fatal Rayong motorcycle accident: Tragic collision claims rider’s life instantly

    A fatal incident took place in Rayong, where a man riding a motorcycle lost control of his vehicle, crossed into the opposite lane, and violently collided with a concrete wall. The force of the impact resulted in a broken neck, causing instant death at the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 12.30am today, December 29. Local police and emergency medical…

  • EntertainmentBLACKPINK ends individual contracts with YG Entertainment | Thaiger

    BLACKPINK ends individual contracts with YG Entertainment

    YG Entertainment has announced that the four members of BLACKPINK will not be renewing their individual contracts and will pursue their own independent activities, marking the end of negotiation discussions about their contracts. The South Korean news agency reported today (December 29). YG Entertainment officially stated, “Hello, this is YG Entertainment. Recently, we renewed our contract for the group activities…

  • Thailand NewsTeenage Grab driver fatally stabbed in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district | Thaiger

    Teenage Grab driver fatally stabbed in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district

    An 18 year old Grab driver was fatally stabbed in the early morning today, December 29, in a major alleyway in Bangkok‘s Chatuchak district. Atit (last name withheld), who was outfitted with a label from a technical institute on his belt, was found with three head wounds and four body stab wounds. The scene of the crime, Ratchadaphisek Soi 36, also…

  • Thailand NewsThai Revenue Department mandates online platforms to submit trader income data from 2023 | Thaiger

    Thai Revenue Department mandates online platforms to submit trader income data from 2023

    The Thai Revenue Department has mandated online platforms to submit income data of online traders into the system, starting from the accounting period of January 1 in the upcoming year. The conditions were announced on today. Kulaya Tantitemit, the Director-General of the Revenue Department, announced on December 27, about income tax concerning the regulation for electronic platforms to prepare special…

  • Thailand NewsGold prices in Thailand take a slight dip today | Thaiger

    Gold prices in Thailand take a slight dip today

    Gold prices decreased today, according to the Gold Traders Association. The price of gold ornaments was adjusted to 34,100 baht (US$994) per baht-weight, a drop of 50 baht (US$1.46) compared to the final price on December 28. This adjustment was reflected in the latest data from the Association’s website at 9am today. The selling price for 96.5% gold bars in…

  • Thailand NewsMan under drug influence burns grandmother’s house in Phayao | Thaiger

    Man under drug influence burns grandmother’s house in Phayao

    A 48 year old man, under the influence of narcotics, has been arrested for setting fire to his grandmother’s house in Phayao Province, Thailand. The fire, which started in the man’s bedroom, quickly engulfed the entire property, leading to substantial property damage but no casualties. The local police have also charged the man with arson and drug use, following the…

  • Thailand NewsChumphon teenager disappears in sea after wave mishap | Thaiger

    Chumphon teenager disappears in sea after wave mishap

    A tragic incident unfolded yesterday, as a 17 year old high school student, hailing from Chumphon’s capital district, disappeared into the sea while playing with friends near the Saphli pier in Chumphon province. Despite friends’ desperate attempts to help, the powerful waves swept him away. The 43 year old boy’s mother, was left in shock and distress, looking out to…

  • Thailand NewsNewborn found dead in Hat Yai City dump shocks community | Thaiger

    Newborn found dead in Hat Yai City dump shocks community

    A harrowing event unfolded on the evening yesterday (December 28), when the lifeless body of a newborn baby boy was discovered in a rubbish bin behind the waste separation plant of Hat Yai City Municipality in Songkhla. The baby, suspected to have been dead for at least two to three days, was found naked, with a green and bruised face,…

  • Thailand NewsDrug-induced hallucination leads to violent assault on two young boys in Bangkok | Thaiger

    Drug-induced hallucination leads to violent assault on two young boys in Bangkok

    A man under the influence of marijuana and cough syrup mixed with kratom severely hallucinated, chased and injured two young boys aged six and nine with a blunted knife. Plc Yongyut Thongma, an investigative officer at the Chok Chai Police Station, was notified about the violent assault on the two boys. The incident took place in front of a porridge…

  • World NewsTaiwanese man mistakes powdered milk and chocolate for Dyson fan in gift exchange | Thaiger

    Taiwanese man mistakes powdered milk and chocolate for Dyson fan in gift exchange

    A Taiwanese man, thinking he had won a Dyson fan during a gift exchange, was left in fits of laughter when he unwrapped his present. This incident took place during a festive gathering common at the end of the year, where family, friends, and colleagues come together to celebrate with creative parties and gift exchanges. Some receive luxurious gifts, others…

  • Thailand NewsNew year’s travel surge causes traffic on Nakhon Ratchasima bypass | Thaiger

    New year’s travel surge causes traffic on Nakhon Ratchasima bypass

    As the New Year celebration kicks off, citizens embark on a journey back to their hometowns in the Northeast region of Thailand. This has resulted in heavy traffic congestion on the bypass road around Nakhon Ratchasima, extending over one kilometre. However, the M6 Motorway has effectively alleviated inner city traffic. Around 8am, the continuous stream of people travelling back to…

  • Thailand NewsThai student’s unexplained dormitory death stirs parents’ suspicion | Thaiger

    Thai student’s unexplained dormitory death stirs parents’ suspicion

    A first-year nursing student from a renowned university tragically fell to her death from a university dormitory building, leaving her parents in a state of shock and suspicion. The parents, Petch, 70 years old, and Kiew, 48 years old, sought help from Aekaphop Luangprasert, an advisor to the Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) and founder of the ‘Silk Must…

  • Thailand NewsThree lives claimed in tragic Lopburi road accidents | Thaiger

    Three lives claimed in tragic Lopburi road accidents

    A tragic road accident in Lopburi province resulted in three fatalities. A 38 year old man driving a Ford car at high speed attempted an overtaking manoeuvre, crossed lanes, and collided head-on with a Honda car. The impact killed both drivers, the second being a 40 year old man. Later, a motorcycle crashed into a parked truck, killing the rider.…

  • Transport NewsNew year exodus triggers traffic on Phaholyothin and Mittraphap Roads | Thaiger

    New year exodus triggers traffic on Phaholyothin and Mittraphap Roads

    Traffic started to intensify on both Phaholyothin and Mittraphap Roads as city dwellers began their exodus from Bangkok to celebrate the New Year in their hometowns. By 10.30pm on yesterday vehicles were moving at speeds of 60 to 70 kilometres per hour on Phaholyothin Road heading towards Nong Khae, Saraburi, although there were occasional slowdowns. As vehicles approached Saraburi city,…

  • Thailand NewsAstrologer Cher Horo Lover unveils 2024’s zodiac forecasts | Thaiger

    Astrologer Cher Horo Lover unveils 2024’s zodiac forecasts

    Astrologer Cher Horo Lover has revealed his predictions for the fortunes of the twelve zodiac signs for the year 2024, highlighting three star signs expected to have a particularly prosperous year. His predictions, made on the ‘Lottery Trend’ programme, include forecasts of luck, wealth, and career prospects for each sign, reports Khaosod. Capricorn, represented by the Three Coins card, is…

  • Thailand NewsTragic end for fruit vendor in Chon Buri under hallucination | Thaiger

    Tragic end for fruit vendor in Chon Buri under hallucination

    A 31 year old fruit vendor tragically ended his life in a rented room in Nong Kham, Chon Buri province. The incident took place on December 24 at 5pm. The man was reportedly hallucinating, firing his gun into the air and questioning neighbours about the presence of spirits, before eventually turning the gun on himself. The local police, led by…

  • Thailand NewsThai man saves 300,000 baht in six months by stocking 50-baht notes | Thaiger

    Thai man saves 300,000 baht in six months by stocking 50-baht notes

    A 33 year old man named Thana Benjasak has made an inspiring impact on social media with his unique savings method. Thana, a breeder of Siamese fighting fish residing in Klong Chuk Chae, Chachoengsao, has managed to amass nearly 300,000 baht (US$8,727) in just six months by saving 50-baht notes. Thana’s saving journey began when he saw a TikTok video…

  • Thailand NewsUnusual neighbour’s request sparks online debate ahead of New Year | Thaiger

    Unusual neighbour’s request sparks online debate ahead of New Year

    A drama unfolded online when a young man shared a video of his neighbour’s house across the street, displaying a large vinyl sign that read, “Please cooperate, do not play loud car audio, do not light fireworks or any toys that generate sparks.” The video has sparked a debate, with the man asking for advice on how to handle such…

  • Thailand News23 year old arrested in Phuket for causing ex-girlfriend’s blindness | Thaiger

    23 year old arrested in Phuket for causing ex-girlfriend’s blindness

    A 23 year old man was arrested by police for causing blindness to his former girlfriend after she shared her seven-year torment online. The woman, who was forced to wear a prosthetic eye after losing one in the assault, had posted a video on TikTok detailing her ordeal. In her post, she shared that her former boyfriend had physically abused…

  • Thailand NewsBMW crash into Nonthaburi market shops causes devastation and cat fatality | Thaiger

    BMW crash into Nonthaburi market shops causes devastation and cat fatality

    A BMW car, driven by Achira, 28 years old, crashed into a row of shops at the Duang Kaew market on Tiwanon road in Nonthaburi‘s Pak Kret district, causing damage to about ten shops and resulting in the death of one cat. The incident occurred at 1 am on December 27. At the scene of the incident, which took place…

  • South Thailand NewsFlood disaster in Narathiwat province affects 158,000 people | Thaiger

    Flood disaster in Narathiwat province affects 158,000 people

    The latest reports from the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department in Narathiwat province reveal a flood disaster triggered by downpours, affecting 13 districts and over 158,000 people. Seven lives have been lost, primarily in the Rueso and Ra-ngae districts. The calamity which started on December 22, affected 497 villages in 77 subdistricts across 13 districts. The devastation has impacted 41,442…

  • Thailand NewsResilient vendor endures Thai floods, sells food amid waist-deep waters in Narathiwat | Thaiger

    Resilient vendor endures Thai floods, sells food amid waist-deep waters in Narathiwat

    The sudden Thai floods in the southern border provinces of Thailand, namely Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat, and Songkhla, have severely impacted locals. Unexpectedly, many areas were flooded, leaving residents unprepared and badly affected. A video posted by TikTok user @userp422ac68zn displayed an inspiring sight of a determined vendor in the town of Waeng, Narathiwat, selling food while standing waist-deep in floodwaters.…

  • Thailand NewsNakhon Pathom: Tragic fire in Bang Len claims life of bedridden man | Thaiger

    Nakhon Pathom: Tragic fire in Bang Len claims life of bedridden man

    A fire incident claimed the life of a 53 year old bedridden man when a blaze engulfed his home, leaving it almost destroyed. Chedchai’s mother discovered the horrifying scene upon returning from a shopping trip. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which occurred at 9.49am today, December 26. The incident occurred in a single-storey wooden house with a…

  • Thailand NewsDurian Lablae trousers: Uttradit’s new sensation at just 199 Thai baht | Thaiger

    Durian Lablae trousers: Uttradit’s new sensation at just 199 Thai baht

    Uttradit’s latest hit, the Soft Power Collection, has unveiled its new product, the Durian Lablae trousers. The trousers, which feature the distinctive characteristics of the Lablae area, are gaining attention for their use of high-quality silk, providing lightweight comfort without heat or tightness. Today (December 26), a report at the Tawan Chai Pha Pha Cotton Shop in Mae Phul, Lablae,…

  • Thailand NewsThai health officials urge pertussis vaccination amid whooping cough outbreak | Thaiger

    Thai health officials urge pertussis vaccination amid whooping cough outbreak

    Following a severe outbreak of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, Thai health officials are urging parents to get their children vaccinated. The announcement was made today (December 26) by Chalermphol Osothpromma, the director of the Disease Control Office 12 in Songkhla. He revealed that there have been 45 confirmed cases in the health district 12, with one death in…

  • Thailand NewsFrangipani tree blooms after five years sparking luck beliefs in Phimai district | Thaiger

    Frangipani tree blooms after five years sparking luck beliefs in Phimai district

    In the first blossoming in five years, a Frangipani tree has caused excitement in the community of Nakhon Ratchasima’s Phimai district. The residents fervently believe that a blooming Frangipani brings luck and prosperity, especially around the New Year. This particular tree is planted in front of the house numbered 127/1, owned by Sawang Suwongsombat, 62 years old. The locals have…

  • Thailand NewsTragic demise of Nakhon Ratchasima man blamed on heavy drinking | Thaiger

    Tragic demise of Nakhon Ratchasima man blamed on heavy drinking

    A sudden cardiac arrest tragically claimed the life of a 50 year old man, Komin, suspected to be caused by heavy alcohol consumption and existing health conditions. The incident occurred behind his residence in the Chong Kho community, in the large province of Nakhon Ratchasima. Initial reports suggested that the deceased had been dead for at least an hour before…

  • Thailand NewsAmbulance blocked by pickup truck in Pattaya sparks social backlash | Thaiger

    Ambulance blocked by pickup truck in Pattaya sparks social backlash

    A white pickup truck blocking an ambulance on its way to tend to a foreign patient experiencing chest pain has sparked a social backlash. The incident occurred yesterday, December 25, with the 48 year old poster of the clip, Taveeporn, urging people to make way for ambulances. The incident took place near a condominium close to the scene of the…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman arrested for fraudulent Facebook charity scam in Rayong | Thaiger

    Thai woman arrested for fraudulent Facebook charity scam in Rayong

    A 23 year old woman from Khon Kaen, Juthamas Poolmee, was apprehended by the Anti-Trafficking Police squad for fraudulently using Facebook to deceive charitable individuals into donating money. The arrest, which occurred today at a dormitory in Chiang Nern, Mueang District, Rayong, followed a warrant issued by the Trat Provincial Court on November 20. Juthamas was charged with deceiving the…

  • Thailand NewsBrutal assault at Chon Buri nightclub leaves young men seriously injured | Thaiger

    Brutal assault at Chon Buri nightclub leaves young men seriously injured

    Tan, a 21 year old victim of a brutal assault at a well-known nightclub in Chon Buri was dragged out from the bathroom and beaten, leaving him and a friend seriously injured. The incident, which happened in the early hours yesterday, was sparked by a misunderstanding that the young men were using drugs in the club’s bathroom. Tan revealed that…