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 NewsChinese man lives Thai life with only Chinese products, sparks social media debate (video) | Thaiger

    Chinese man lives Thai life with only Chinese products, sparks social media debate (video)

    A Chinese man‘s transformation of his life in Thailand sparked a heated conversation on social media. His claim that his life here resembles home despite being abroad has led some to question why Thai products are seemingly absent from his routine. Indeed, even the person who delivers his food speaks Mandarin. One Twitter user shared a TikTok video of the…

  • Chiang Mai NewsChiang Mai court convicts dog killer: A justice victory for popular campus pet | Thaiger

    Chiang Mai court convicts dog killer: A justice victory for popular campus pet

    In Chiang Mai, a man who killed a beloved dog has been sentenced to six months in prison for animal cruelty. The dog was known as Thia Mor Chor, a short-legged, popular fellow among students. Watchdog Thailand, an animal rights organisation, announced the verdict yesterday, signalling justice for Thia, whose name means shorty. The late Thia was an adored fixture…

  • World NewsJackpot jubilation: Single UK ticket-holder strikes gold in ‘Must Be Won’ Lotto draw | Thaiger

    Jackpot jubilation: Single UK ticket-holder strikes gold in ‘Must Be Won’ Lotto draw

    In the UK, an extraordinary stroke of luck has smiled upon a single ticket-holder, confirming their winning claim for the colossal £11,671,861 (516 million baht) jackpot prize from the Lotto’s ‘Must Be Won’ draw, conducted by Camelot UK Lotteries Limited, the operator of The National Lottery. The identity of the fortunate winner, including their gender and age, remains a mystery…

  • Eastern Thailand News5 injured as heavy rain obscures vision, school-bound motorcycles collide in Trat, Thailand | Thaiger

    5 injured as heavy rain obscures vision, school-bound motorcycles collide in Trat, Thailand

    In a recent incident, two motorcycles collided head-on amid heavy rain near a school in Thailand, resulting in injuries to five individuals. The accident was reported at 7.10am today and police are investigating the cause. Both motorcycles were heading to school at the time of the accident and due to the poor visibility, the drivers did not see each other.…

  • World NewsCat flea fiasco: Innocent bite leads to life-threatening infection and amputation to Texan man | Thaiger

    Cat flea fiasco: Innocent bite leads to life-threatening infection and amputation to Texan man

    A Texan man, after suffering what seemed similar to flu symptoms following a cat flea bite, was diagnosed with a severe infection leading to organ failure. Doctors battled arduously to save his life by amputating parts of his legs and arms. This unfortunate incident happened to a 35 year old resident of Houston, Texas, USA, last month. Michael Kohlhaof was…

  • World NewsExtravagant 450,000-baht dog wedding in Indonesia sparks national debate over disparities | Thaiger

    Extravagant 450,000-baht dog wedding in Indonesia sparks national debate over disparities

    In Indonesia, an extravagant wedding ceremony, costing nearly 450,000 baht (US$13,066), was held for two adorable Alaskan Malamutes, a story which has sparked national debate amongst netizens. The lavish event took place in a popular public dog park in the north of Jakarta, masterminded by professional event planners. The dogs were adorned in traditional attire, and the controversy stemmed from…

  • South Thailand NewsMassive Hat Yai raid seizes 5,000+ illicit cigarette packs, 2 arrested | Thaiger

    Massive Hat Yai raid seizes 5,000+ illicit cigarette packs, 2 arrested

    A major raid took place today in southern Thailand, where police, Songkhla administrative officials, and officers from the Excise Office raided a large illicit cigarette shop. The officials seized a considerable amount of contraband alongside a hefty sum of cash. The incident took place in the city of Hat Yai in Songkhla province. The operation was headed by Chavakij Suwankiri,…

  • Chiang Mai NewsFireworks factory explosion triggers panic in tranquil Chiang Mai community (video) | Thaiger

    Fireworks factory explosion triggers panic in tranquil Chiang Mai community (video)

    A thunderous explosion rocked all tranquillity when a fireworks factory exploded, sending tremors of shock through a Chiang Mai community and engulfing the plant in billowing fire and smoke. The emergency response was put into swift action around midday today. The incident occurred in the sub-district of San Pu Leui, located in the Doi Saket district. The intense noise and…

  • Bangkok NewsMan’s refusal to cross Bangkok traffic junction sparks social media speculation (video) | Thaiger

    Man’s refusal to cross Bangkok traffic junction sparks social media speculation (video)

    In a puzzling incident in Bangkok‘s Don Mueang district, a man triggered a public stir as he persistently refused to cross a traffic light junction on his motorbike, obstructing local commuters. The mysterious behaviour occurred today and swiftly made the rounds on social media platforms, where users speculated about his potential motives, ranging from health concerns to a potential phobia…

  • Thailand NewsTaxi driver’s temple triumph: Jackpot lottery win and grateful homage payoff | Thaiger

    Taxi driver’s temple triumph: Jackpot lottery win and grateful homage payoff

    A visit to the famous Sawang Arom temple in Nakhon Pathom province in central Thailand turned out to be a stroke of good fortune for a 43 year old taxi driver from Samut Sakhon. After winning the lottery following a visit to the respected Ta Thong Ngiew Rai, he kept his promise of returning to the temple to pay homage…

  • Thailand NewsChaiyaphum hospital under scrutiny after sudden death of a discharged patient | Thaiger

    Chaiyaphum hospital under scrutiny after sudden death of a discharged patient

    A man has sought justice for his mother’s death following a sudden cardiac arrest just after she was discharged from the emergency room of a hospital. The peculiar death of his 64 year old mother on Saturday has raised doubts about her medical treatment. The man demands a detailed investigation into the causes of her death. The incident occurred in…

  • Crime NewsNakhon Ratchasima schoolboy fatally stabs peer in jealousy-fuelled dispute | Thaiger

    Nakhon Ratchasima schoolboy fatally stabs peer in jealousy-fuelled dispute

    In a tragic incident, a Year 8 student fatally assaulted his Year 10 schoolmate, reportedly due to jealousy, at a prominent school in Pimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. The assailant, who did not flee the scene, surrendered to police following the unfortunate event. The incident unfolded as A, a 14 year old student, stabbed 15 year old B with…

  • Thailand NewsLopburi teacher’s close call in car fire due to suspected engine malfunction | Thaiger

    Lopburi teacher’s close call in car fire due to suspected engine malfunction

    A teacher narrowly escaped a car fiery mishap while en route to school earlier today, suspecting that an engine malfunction may have sparked the fire. At exactly 07,49am, the Ban Mi Municipality’s Fire and Rescue team were alerted of the burning car incident occurring near the Ban Mi Municipality Sports ground, in the Pon Thong sub-district, Lopburi province. The scene greeted…

  • China News10 dead after school gym roof collapse in China’s Qiqihar City | Thaiger

    10 dead after school gym roof collapse in China’s Qiqihar City

    The roof of a school gymnasium in Qiqihar City, located in northeast China‘s Heilongjiang Province, collapsed yesterday, leading to the death of 10 people. One person remains unaccounted for and trapped in the rubble. The incident, which took place over the weekend, affected 19 people who were in the gym at the time. The rescue unit reported… “Around 160 firefighters,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesUnyielding monsoon rains trigger flood and landslide alerts in 44 Thailand provinces | Thaiger

    Unyielding monsoon rains trigger flood and landslide alerts in 44 Thailand provinces

    According to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), an unbroken spread of rainfall is affecting 44 provinces across Thailand, with a heavy downfall of 80% covering areas including Bangkok. The relentless rain is forecasted to continue into the next 24 hours. The TMD warns of potential dangers with flash floods and landslides being a significant concern, particularly in low-lying areas, and…

  • Chiang Mai NewsClam-bushed in Thailand: 53 year old diver vanishes, family in deep distres | Thaiger

    Clam-bushed in Thailand: 53 year old diver vanishes, family in deep distres

    The family of a 53 year old diver are distraught after he disappeared whilst fishing for clams in a reservoir in northern Thailand. His motorbike and discarded shoes were found at the reservoir yesterday, leading his family to believe he had drowned. Police were alerted to the man’s disappearance, leading a coordinated search with local divers. The local police from…

  • Crime NewsChumphon durian farmer fatally shot: Locals feared regular gunfire | Thaiger

    Chumphon durian farmer fatally shot: Locals feared regular gunfire

    Police are on the hunt for a gunman who shot dead a 63 year old durian farm owner in his backyard. Locals reported frequent gunfire from the victim’s farm, causing anxiety amidst fears of stray shots. The incident occurred at around 4.30pm today when the police received a report of a fatal shooting in a durian orchard in southern Thailand.…

  • Thailand NewsThai entrepreneur couple found dead in their home, baffling Nakhon Ratchasima community | Thaiger

    Thai entrepreneur couple found dead in their home, baffling Nakhon Ratchasima community

    The dead bodies of a Thai entrepreneur couple, with a gripping rags-to-riches tale, were found on their home turf after having been out of touch for four days. A time-stamped 4pm report confirmed the event unfolded yesterday in the Nakhon Ratchasima district, northern Thailand. The shocking discovery of a Thai entrepreneur couple, aged 48 and 43 years old respectively, came…

  • Thailand NewsCar fire: Luxury vehicle bursts into flames on Bhumibol Bridge, family escapes unharmed | Thaiger

    Car fire: Luxury vehicle bursts into flames on Bhumibol Bridge, family escapes unharmed

    A prestigious factory owner and his family barely escaped when their luxury vehicle spontaneously caught fire on the Bhumibol Bridge. The car fire incident took place while the man was driving his wife and three children home from a shopping centre. The entire car was scorched when the fire took hold, however, incredibly, there were no injuries. An investigator from…

  • World NewsStabbing spree at Seoul’s Sillim subway station leaves 1 dead, 3 wounded | Thaiger

    Stabbing spree at Seoul’s Sillim subway station leaves 1 dead, 3 wounded

    South Korea’s capital city of Seoul witnessed a chilling incident of violence near the Sillim subway station. A man in his thirties embarked on a perilous stabbing spree inciting widespread terror. The consequences of the attack were fatal, with one man in his twenties losing his life, and three others sustaining injuries. One among the injured is reported to be…

  • Thailand NewsUndocumented foreign workers caught in East Thailand: Illegal entry attempt foiled | Thaiger

    Undocumented foreign workers caught in East Thailand: Illegal entry attempt foiled

    Police in Chanthaburi, East Thailand, apprehended six undocumented foreign workers attempting to enter the country illegally. This action took place amid a nationwide crackdown in response to a directive by the Ministry of Labour, allowing for the registration of foreign labourers in the country. The apprehended individuals were caught following a high-speed pursuit. Under the command of Superintendent Khemarin Phitsamai…

  • Thailand NewsMosquito mayhem: Dengue fever cases surge in Loei province, Thailand | Thaiger

    Mosquito mayhem: Dengue fever cases surge in Loei province, Thailand

    Faced with a significant surge in dengue Fever cases, health officials from Thailand’s northeastern province of Loei have issued an urgent appeal for residents to exercise caution and intensify efforts to eradicate mosquito breeding sites. The province has reported 462 cases of the disease, with several patients requiring hospitalisation. Chanachai Bunyu, a leading provincial health official, disclosed that the ongoing…

  • Northern Thailand NewsTragedy in northern Thailand as durian picker loses life in perilous hillside fall | Thaiger

    Tragedy in northern Thailand as durian picker loses life in perilous hillside fall

    An incident in northern Thailand left locals in a state of shock, highlighting the dangers endured by durian pickers navigating treacherous terrain. Tragedy struck a community when a woman lost her life and her devastated son could do nothing but grieve. The disaster unfolded within a durian orchard in Laplae district, situated on the challenging hillside terrains of the northern…

  • World NewsArgentina’s coastal mystery: Penis fish find ‘resting’ place en masse | Thaiger

    Argentina’s coastal mystery: Penis fish find ‘resting’ place en masse

    In an unexpected turn of events, the coastline of Argentina has become the resting place for thousands of aquatic creatures colloquially known as ‘Penis fish‘ (urechis unicinctus), due to their resemblance to the male sexual organ. This bizarre phenomenon has sparked curiosity and intrigue among the local populace. Well-known for their habitation in muddy or sandy terrain, these fish, extending…

  • Thailand NewsTiktok user’s stunning story reveals funeral fiasco: The ‘not-so-dead’ elderly man | Thaiger

    Tiktok user’s stunning story reveals funeral fiasco: The ‘not-so-dead’ elderly man

    In a captivating twist of events, a TikTok user, going by the handle ‘Sellpae phopping,’ shared a remarkable tale of an elderly man who was mistakenly believed to be dead and had an already planned funeral. However, the story took an unexpected turn when it became clear that it was all a misunderstanding. Despite facing numerous challenges after a severe…

  • Crime NewsBuriram Highway Police crack down on driver using deceptive number plate sticker | Thaiger

    Buriram Highway Police crack down on driver using deceptive number plate sticker

    A 45 year old man landed himself in hot water with highway police in Thailand’s northeast Buriram province after attempting to foil them with a deceptive tactic. He attempted to dodge speeding tickets by putting a sticker over his vehicle’s number plate, leading the traffic police on a convoluted hunt. The bizarre case began with a Mercedes-Benz owner filing a…

  • Central Thailand NewsHistoric temple’s deja vu disaster: Second blaze ravages Wat Ratchabantom in Ayutthaya | Thaiger

    Historic temple’s deja vu disaster: Second blaze ravages Wat Ratchabantom in Ayutthaya

    As a blaze ravaged the 400 year old Wat Ratchabantom temple in Ayutthaya Province for the second time, the rear roof structure of its chapel, the principal Buddha statue, and various other sacred artefacts suffered significant damage. Police are currently investigating the cause of the fire, which broke out yesterday following a previous blaze. The inferno yet again erupted in the…

  • Thailand NewsLottery quota scam: Investor dupes 10+ people, swindles staggering 40 million baht | Thaiger

    Lottery quota scam: Investor dupes 10+ people, swindles staggering 40 million baht

    In a dramatic turn of events, a business investor recently scammed over 10 people out of a staggering 40 million baht (US$1,166,180) through a lottery quota sale tactic. The victims gathered to present the case to Bangkok’s Central Investigation Bureau earlier today, hoping to expedite the search for the fraudulent businessman, known as “Sia Mo,” who is now on the…

  • Crime NewsPrachinburi teens narrowly escape sexual assault plot after dinner invitation from male friend | Thaiger

    Prachinburi teens narrowly escape sexual assault plot after dinner invitation from male friend

    In a shocking incident, two young women were caught in a devious sexual assault plot planned by an acquaintance who lured them with a dinner invitation. Following their meal, he led them to a rental room with intentions of sexual assault. However, demonstrating remarkable courage, the women managed to resist the assault and fled from the scene, subsequently seeking help.…

  • World NewsTaiwan mourns as falling air conditioner from high-rise kills university student | Thaiger

    Taiwan mourns as falling air conditioner from high-rise kills university student

    In a shocking incident in Taiwan, a 21 year old university student was tragically killed by a falling air conditioning unit, which dropped from the 17th floor of a building. The harrowing events unfolded yesterday afternoon, stunning spectators and raising concerns about the safety of high-rise structures. The episode unfolded near the Xinpu MRT Station in Banqiao district, a bustling…