- China News
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 News
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 deaths
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 News
Traffic safety: Ten main traffic laws enforced over long public holiday
Royal Thai Police yesterday under the leadership of Roy Inkpairoj, Deputy Commander of the Police Force, rolled out a campaign to enforce ten key traffic safety rules during the long public holiday period from July 28 to August 2. The measures taken to protect citizens during their holiday travels aim to prevent and reduce road accidents. Inkpairoj issued a radio…
- Eastern Thailand News
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 News
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 News
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.…
- Tourism News
Thai tourism boost: Long public holiday to generate over 16 billion baht
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) estimates that the long public holiday period, approved by the Thai cabinet to promote travelling in Thailand, will contribute to a substantial income of 16.6 billion baht. The consecutive holidays extend over six days, from July 28 until August 2. The extended public holidays include the King’s Birthday on July 28, Asalha Puja (Dharma…
- World News
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 News
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 News
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…
- Thailand News
Flash flood warning issued for 37 provinces as heavy rain continues across Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a heavy rain warning for areas across Thailand today, with 37 provinces experiencing flooding. The northeast regions are being hit hardest. Residents are being urged to remain cautious of flash floods and forest waterline aftermaths, particularly in hilly terrain areas. As of 5am today, July 27, the Department of Meteorological Science forecast heavy rain lashing…
- World News
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 News
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 News
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…
- Thailand News
Lottery frenzy blooms as human-like face graces 50 year old Longan tree bark
The sight of a human-like face appearing on the bark of a 50 year old Longan tree has led to a local lottery frenzy. The evergreen deciduous tree, located at the Farmers’ Council Coordination Centre in Phayao province, has become an attraction for both local and out-of-town denizens seeking lottery fortune, discovering apparent lucky numbers 11 and 528 after rubbing…
- Crime News
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.…
- Thailand News
Petchaburi struggles with mounting macaque menace impacting locals and tourism
In Thailand’s central-western Petchaburi province, trouble is brewing as locals, tourists, youth, and businesses alike voice their grievances over the nuisance caused by increasing numbers of crab-eating macaques. These primates, which are protected under Thai law as wildlife species, are becoming bothersome as their population expands rapidly. The macaques, which reside mainly in the Khao Wang historical park area in…
- Crime News
Infidelity accusation leads to armed dispute at Trat bus depot
A public transportation hub in the southern Trat province was the scene of a standoff that escalated dangerously. A 34 year old man, accused by his spouse of infidelity, allegedly threatened her with a .38 firearm. The situation was resolved when police quickly interceded, apprehending the suspect and securing the weapon before disagreements could take a tragic turn. At around 9.30am…
- Eastern Thailand News
Thai women’s harrowing flood ordeal in car shared online (video)
A harrowing ordeal involving two friends in a car during a sudden flood in the eastern Rayong province recently made waves in the world of social media. The video footage, revealing intense rainfall leading to an unexpected deluge, went viral almost instantly after one individual named @userwjbvropsex89 posted it on TikTok yesterday. @userwjbvropsex89 #น้ำท่วมระยอง #ฝนตกน้ําท่วม #ปิ่นทอง6 #ไทยคูน #ระยอง ♬ เสียงต้นฉบับ –…
- Thailand News
Eerie discovery of missing older woman found dead in Buriram pond
A two-day missing person case ended yesterday, with the lost woman’s body being discovered in a local pond, floating lifelessly as the scent of decay filled the air. The victim’s family was left confused, as they presumed the 61 year old woman had returned home due to murmurs heard around their home. They were deeply shocked to confirm the unfortunate…
- South Thailand News
Herb collector saved in 16-hour daring mountain rescue operation in southern Thailand
A high-intensity rescue operation managed to save the life of a 55 year old man from a precarious mountain fall in the Chao Pra Mountain, located in Trang province in southern Thailand. This formidable rescue mission, which spanned 16 hours, was carried out by more than 30 expert rescue workers who found the injured man within a crevice on the…
- Crime News
Ex-cop wanted in vehicle theft of Kanchanaburi soy milk vendor: More suspects sought
A Thai court issued a warrant for the arrest of an ex-policeman, now identified as one of the alleged perpetrators in a violent vehicle theft. The victim of the attack is a local 25 year old soy milk vendor who was tasered and abducted but ultimately managed to escape his assailants. The incident occurred at around 6.40pm yesterday. Police Major…
- Thailand News
Lottery luck arrives early: National Lottery Office shifts August draw date to accommodate Buddhist observances
The National Lottery Office has moved the August 1 lottery draw date to July 31 due to Buddhist religious observances of Asalha Bucha Day and Buddhist Lent Day falling on consecutive days. A recap of the winning numbers from the same day over the previous ten years reveals two instances where the same sequence of numbers has come up consecutively.…
- Crime News
Bangkok luxury homes raided in 300 million baht fraud search featuring ‘Crypto King’
A massive operation launched by Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB), dubbed The Hunt for the Crypto King Ep:3, led to the raid of two luxury homes in central Bangkok. Taking place today, the operation was conducted under the authority of police officials including Assistant Division Commander Amnaj Traipoj and his team. The undertaking resulted in the confiscation of possessions and…
- Road deaths
Fatal motorbike crash outside Ratchada Criminal Court claims life of 26 year old
In a tragic accident, a 26 year old man lost his life when he crashed his motorbike into a tree outside the Ratchada Criminal Court in Bangkok, Thailand. A 19 year old female student from a well-known university was also seriously injured in the incident, which occurred at 5.30am today. The initial investigation revealed that the man, identified only as…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Expect weather changes as strong southwest monsoon engulfs Thailand, says TMD
Temperatures are expected to dip, and significant rain is forecast across various parts of Thailand today, the Meteorological Department (TMD) warns. Regions, including central Thailand, the east, and parts of the south are expecting a 60% chance of thunderstorms. Various factors, such as the intense southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea, upper Thailand, and the upper Gulf of Thailand,…
- Crime News
Jealous boyfriend’s brutal assault leads to girlfriend’s death in Saraburi rental room
Police yesterday captured a violently jealous boyfriend after he allegedly killed his 24 year old girlfriend in a rental room in Saraburi. The man confessed to the police, suggesting his girlfriend had too many male admirers, which sparked his jealousy. The violent incident took place in a single-storey rental room in the central Saraburi province. An investigation revealed that the…
- World News
Love hotel murder mystery: Three family members held by police in Sapporo
Police detained three family members on suspicion of carrying out a murderous attack on a man in a love hotel in the city of Sapporo, on the northern island of Hokkaido, Japan. The three alleged murderers are suspected of decapitating their victim and bringing the head back to their dwelling three weeks ago. The three under suspicion are 29 year…
- Northern Thailand News
Panda Arena badminton court stokes controversy with MFP colour-coded promotions and political bans
Panda Arena badminton court, situated in the northern Uttaradit province, sparked controversy by offering a promotion to anyone wearing an orange shirt, in support of the Move Forward Party (MFP). The Panda Arena made known that those wearing orange can play on the courts for free for two hours. Interestingly, it has cautioned against wearing red shirts, expressing disgust at…
