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 crash in Phayao linked to driver falling asleep at the wheel | Thaiger

    Fatal crash in Phayao linked to driver falling asleep at the wheel

    A 23 year old Thai man killed himself today after he drove his car into a residential fence in Mae Ka, Phayao province. Police believe he fell asleep at the wheel. Chitsanupong (surname withheld) had just dropped off a friend at a petrol station before heading home when he likely fell asleep leading to the deadly incident. Police announced they…

  • Thailand News40 year old Thai family boat noodle recipe rejuvenated with a festive twist | Thaiger

    40 year old Thai family boat noodle recipe rejuvenated with a festive twist

    A revived family recipe of boat noodles that has been passed down for over 40 years is making a big splash in Chon Buri. The charismatic owner, Preece, found success not just with the great taste of her noodles, but also due to her flashy traditional Thai outfits that intrigue customers. The noodle shop, known as Mae Tuk Boat Noodles,…

  • Crime NewsFamily dispute turns fatal, three killed in Khon Kaen dinner altercation | Thaiger

    Family dispute turns fatal, three killed in Khon Kaen dinner altercation

    In a tragic turn of events, three people lost their lives in a violent incident in the Nong Song Hong district of Khon Kaen province. The unfortunate event last night unfolded when a family dispute over dinner escalated into deadly violence, taking the lives of a woman, her daughter, and their son-in-law. The family dispute culminated in a reported shooting…

  • Crime NewsThai man who murdered 12 year old girl set for re-enactment | Thaiger

    Thai man who murdered 12 year old girl set for re-enactment

    Bangkok’s Bang Khen Police Station is planning to set up a re-enactment scene for the 29 year old man who allegedly murdered a 12 year old girl. The accused, Yutthana or Jaeb Madee, is accused of assaulting a 12 year old girl with a baseball bat which resulted in her death. Afterwards, her body was concealed inside an ice bucket, encased…

  • Thailand NewsStairway to suspicion: Police investigate mysterious death of toddler in Buriram | Thaiger

    Stairway to suspicion: Police investigate mysterious death of toddler in Buriram

    Police are currently investigating the mysterious death of a one year old boy in Thailand’s Buriram province, following his mother’s claim that he tragically tumbled down the stairs and died. However, police are sceptical of the mother’s explanation as the staircase at the scene had a mere three steps and was surrounded by soft earth, which would have cushioned the…

  • Crime NewsCyber police nab scammer accused of defrauding doctor of 101 million baht | Thaiger

    Cyber police nab scammer accused of defrauding doctor of 101 million baht

    A 29 year old woman alleged to be a part of a scamming ring was apprehended by the cyber police in a residence in Chon Buri yesterday. Accused of defrauding a retired female doctor in Chumphon and causing losses of over 101 million baht, she was brought in under an arrest warrant issued on November 4, 2022. At a residence located…

  • World NewsBritish boxer attempts to open Ryanair aircraft door before takeoff (video) | Thaiger

    British boxer attempts to open Ryanair aircraft door before takeoff (video)

    A discomforting event unfolded during Ryanair’s recent flight, when a passenger tried to open the aircraft door as the plane cruised along the runway, preparing to depart from Zadar, a city in southwestern Croatia. The flight was bound for London Stansted, England. The incident, which occurred last Friday, June 30, was caught on a video clip by a fellow passenger.…

  • Thailand NewsThai nurse keeps working despite pregnancy, runs meatball shop amid husband’s betrayal | Thaiger

    Thai nurse keeps working despite pregnancy, runs meatball shop amid husband’s betrayal

    Despite being seven months pregnant and abandoned by her husband, a brave Thai nurse has continued working her shift and running a grilled meatball shop to support her unborn daughter. Her story shared through a tearful TikTok video has struck a chord with netizens, who have poured in their support. The brave Thai nurse shared her story on the social…

  • Thailand NewsTragic Drowning of monk in Udon Thani sparks local mystery and fear | Thaiger

    Tragic Drowning of monk in Udon Thani sparks local mystery and fear

    Details emerged of a tragic drowning event in the district of Mueang Udon Thani yesterday where a local monk was found lifeless in a large agricultural pond. Sirichai Pothichak, an inspector from Huay Luang Police Station, reported that they had retrieved the 44 year old Monk, Boonmi Papaso’s body, which was decomposed, floating around 3 metres from the pond’s edge.…

  • South Thailand NewsTrang unveils Nang Fa Waterfall, capturing the hearts of tourists | Thaiger

    Trang unveils Nang Fa Waterfall, capturing the hearts of tourists

    Trang province boasts a brilliant new tourist attraction that has already grabbed the attention of foreign visitors. Named Nang Fa Waterfall, also known as the slider, offers shimmering water amid a backdrop of stunning nature and enthralling activities. The local community plays a part in preserving and promoting this tourist spot. Residents of Tambon Chong in Trang’s Na Yong district…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s FDA warns against popular ready-to-drink product | Thaiger

    Thailand’s FDA warns against popular ready-to-drink product

    The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about a popular ready-to-drink product with black sesame, jelly, and grain. This comes after the product was found to exceed health and safety standards with coliform bacterial contamination. The drink, ‘Multi Grains Mix,’ is manufactured by Wow D.D. International Co. Ltd., and analyses from samples taken from the manufacturer’s…

  • Road deathsOff-duty police officer kills 2 in drunken accident in Ayutthaya | Thaiger

    Off-duty police officer kills 2 in drunken accident in Ayutthaya

    In a tragic accident last night, a police officer driving recklessly crashed his pickup into four motorcycle riders, killing two and injuring two others. The report confirmed the officer’s alcohol levels as exceeding the legal limit. An Isuzu pickup truck collided with three motorbikes on Napeephat Canal Road in Ayutthaya’s Wang Noi district at around 4.30am. The incident, resulting in two…

  • Thailand NewsIntoxicated man fatally shoots friend in Ratchaburi karaoke bar | Thaiger

    Intoxicated man fatally shoots friend in Ratchaburi karaoke bar

    In the early hours of this morning, a chilling incident occurred at a popular Karaoke bar in the Ban Pong district of Ratchaburi province. A man believed to be under the influence fatally shot his friend inside a VIP room before fleeing the scene. The police promptly arrived at the location to investigate the case, believing it to be a premeditated…

  • Thailand NewsClose call: Factory worker narrowly escapes blindness in a roadside fishing line incident | Thaiger

    Close call: Factory worker narrowly escapes blindness in a roadside fishing line incident

    A 21 year old factory worker narrowly escaped blindness after a road incident involving an angler’s fishing line in Nonthaburi. The worker was a pillion rider on a motorcycle, and as they passed a fisherman, the line slashed across his face. The incident occurred on June 26. The road itself was alongside a canal and trailed by a rice field. Among…

  • Road deathsTeenage boy racer dies after horrific collision with lorry in Lopburi | Thaiger

    Teenage boy racer dies after horrific collision with lorry in Lopburi

    A fatal crash involving a motorbike and a 10-wheeled lorry took place, causing a 19 year old to die instantly. The teen, a college student from Lopburi Province, frequently participated in late-night street races, despite efforts by the police to clamp down on these reckless activities. Last night, Police Lieutenant Phayup Rung Huapai, from Khok Samrong Police Station in Lopburi,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rain alert: 39 Thai provinces including Bangkok braced for potential floods | Thaiger

    Heavy rain alert: 39 Thai provinces including Bangkok braced for potential floods

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued an advisory for continuous rain over many parts of the country. A total of 39 provinces, including the capital city of Bangkok, are expected to experience heavy rainfall, covering 60% of these areas. The TMD forewarned residents in these regions to be on guard for potential flash floods and land runoff from today onwards.…

  • Aviation NewsAir collision leads to 2 pilots’ deaths in Columbia | Thaiger

    Air collision leads to 2 pilots’ deaths in Columbia

    An air incident occurred in Colombia where two training aircraft of the Colombian Air Force collided mid-air, leading to a tragic end. One of the planes crashed to the ground on July 1, resulting in two pilots losing their lives. The event, believed to be part of a practice session for an upcoming Aeronautical Fair, was caught on a video that…

  • Crime NewsRack ’em and attack ’em: Deadly shootout unleashed in snooker showdown in northern Thailand | Thaiger

    Rack ’em and attack ’em: Deadly shootout unleashed in snooker showdown in northern Thailand

    A man armed with a gun stormed his friend’s house and fatally shot him following a dispute over a snooker game and an unsettled bet in northern Thailand. The gunman was swiftly apprehended by the police in Nakhon Sawan province, who are now investigating the case in detail. The shooting last night shook the local community of Phaisalee in Nakhon…

  • Crime NewsLate-night teen brawl in Nonthaburi ends in gunfire: 1 injured, weapons seized | Thaiger

    Late-night teen brawl in Nonthaburi ends in gunfire: 1 injured, weapons seized

    A late-night brawl among a group of teenagers in Nonthaburi triggered a public uproar. A violent clash left one individual injured following a gunshot penetrating his hand. Local police seized possession of several knives involved in the incident. Video recordings captured by a bystander showed the chaotic scene. The confrontation took place at around 2am today near a convenience store…

  • Crime NewsThai man hunted following suspected murder of 12 year old stepdaughter in Bangkok | Thaiger

    Thai man hunted following suspected murder of 12 year old stepdaughter in Bangkok

    A 29 year old man become a prime suspect in the brutal murder of a 12 year old girl, referred to as ‘Ae,’ in Bangkok, Thailand. He was acting as the caretaker for Ae, who was his stepdaughter. The incident reportedly occurred at 3.30am today, with claims that the man allegedly beat Ae to death, using a baseball bat, before hiding her…

  • Thailand NewsWorkplace rights: Pregnant Thai nurse’s plea highlights urgent need for improvement | Thaiger

    Workplace rights: Pregnant Thai nurse’s plea highlights urgent need for improvement

    In the online realm, a pregnant nurse’s outcry for workplace safety is causing a stir. Despite being eight months pregnant, the nurse is subjected to late afternoon shifts, highlighting the pressing need for workplace rights. She warned that if one falls silent, conditions exacerbate instead of improving. Her ordeal, posted today has amplified pleas for worker protection laws. The nurse…

  • Crime NewsChild neglect: Bangkok townhouse horror unfolds as deceased minor found in cement-filled cooler | Thaiger

    Child neglect: Bangkok townhouse horror unfolds as deceased minor found in cement-filled cooler

    A 12 year old girl was found lifeless inside a 200-litre plastic ice-cooler, covered in cement and fertiliser soil, at a townhouse in Bangkok functioning as an online retail packaging service. The investigation reveals a tale of child neglect, domestic abuse and horrific crime. The site of the child neglect incident was a two-storey townhouse used for online sale packaging…

  • Thailand NewsChaos on the block: Mentally unstable man turns home into domestic disarray | Thaiger

    Chaos on the block: Mentally unstable man turns home into domestic disarray

    Police in Samut Sakhon City last night were alerted to a domestic disturbance involving a mentally unstable man wrecking property and threatening domestic violence. Upon arrival, the authorities found 30 year old Niran in a frenzied state, ranting and causing destruction inside a two-story townhouse in the Lat Yai subdistrict. Niran’s 30 year old wife, Mingkwan, stood nervously outside the…

  • Thailand NewsTraffic sinks into chaos as sinkhole swallows up Chaeng Watthana Road, Nonthaburi | Thaiger

    Traffic sinks into chaos as sinkhole swallows up Chaeng Watthana Road, Nonthaburi

    Heavy rainfall yesterday led to the sudden emergence of a 1.5-meter deep sinkhole on Chaeng Watthana Road in Nonthaburi, causing severe traffic disruption that extended up to the Lak Si monument. Traffic had to be redirected with the partial closure of two lanes as a safety measure at noon today. Chaeng Watthana Road, directly affected by the sinkhole, particularly its…

  • World NewsUS woman unleashes “pawsome” power, fights off bear with bare hands to save pet dog | Thaiger

    US woman unleashes “pawsome” power, fights off bear with bare hands to save pet dog

    A 64 year old woman from Maine, USA, hit headlines around the globe when she fought off a bear with her bare hands to protect her pet dog. The woman lives near the border of New Hampshire and was left with injuries to her hand but miraculously, she and her pet survived the ordeal. Lynn Kelly was working in her…

  • Crime NewsSerial scammer uses dating apps to defraud women of over 50 million baht in car rental scam | Thaiger

    Serial scammer uses dating apps to defraud women of over 50 million baht in car rental scam

    Three women reported a scammer who fraudulently lured them into investing in cars for rental purposes and then disappeared, leaving them with massive debts. The unidentified man used online dating platforms to identify his victims, leaving almost 20 people defrauded and causing damages exceeding 50 million baht. Ronnarong Kaewpetch, the Chairperson of the organization for justice, and the three victims met…

  • Thailand NewsFake monk arrested after he swindled 180,000 baht from elder abbot to fund wife’s business | Thaiger

    Fake monk arrested after he swindled 180,000 baht from elder abbot to fund wife’s business

    Police apprehended a 53 year old resident of the Buriram province, who had been disguising himself as a monk to deceive local temple heads. Phanuphong, also known as ‘Oat,’ used his clever ruse to swindle more than 180,000 baht (US$5,112) from Monhkol Jatsanlo, an 82 year old abbot from Buriram, last June. Now in the custody of the police, Phanuphon…

  • Thailand NewsGirlfriend of Bangkok MFP MP withdraws physical assault claim following public apology | Thaiger

    Girlfriend of Bangkok MFP MP withdraws physical assault claim following public apology

    The former girlfriend of a Move Forward Party (MFP) MP, representing Thawi Watthana-Taling Chan district in Bangkok, spoke about being on the receiving end of physical assault by the politician. She made known the physical assault occurred during a meeting at a golf course in Bo Win, Si Racha County, Chon Buri province. The ex girlfriend of MFP MP Sirin Sanguansin…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesIncoming monsoon triggers warnings for torrential rainfalls in 33 Thai provinces, including Bangkok | Thaiger

    Incoming monsoon triggers warnings for torrential rainfalls in 33 Thai provinces, including Bangkok

    The Meteorological Department today warns of relentless storms resulting in heavy rainfall mainly affecting northern Thailand. Thirty-three provinces, including Bangkok, where 60% of the area has been heavily afflicted calls for residents to be cautious in these areas. The phenomenon could result in flash floods and outlandish forest water flows. The monsoon winds blowing heavily from the southwest continue to…

  • Thailand NewsFit, healthy man hospitalised with dengue fever as Thailand braces for rainy season outbreaks | Thaiger

    Fit, healthy man hospitalised with dengue fever as Thailand braces for rainy season outbreaks

    Renowned doctor Monun Leechawengwong posted an update on a 39 year old patient suffering from a serious case of dengue fever. The man, generally fit and healthy, began to exhibit symptoms, including persistent high fever and a rash. The public has been urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites as the country steps into the rainy season, heightening the risk…