Petch Petpailin

Petpailin, or Petch, is a Thai translator and writer for The Thaiger who focuses on translating breakingThai news stories into English. With a background in field journalism, Petch brings several years of experience to the English News desk at The Thaiger. Before joining The Thaiger, Petch worked as a content writer for several known blogging sites in Bangkok, including Happio and The Smart Local. Her articles have been syndicated by many big publishers in Thailand and internationally, including the Daily Mail, The Sun and the Bangkok Post. She is a news writer who stops reading news on the weekends to spend more time cafe hopping and petting dwarf shrimp! But during office hours, you can find Petch on LinkedIn and you can reach her by email at petch@thethaiger.com.

Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:58, 19 September 2023
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Thai woman dies after breast augmentation surgery with illegal doctor

The president of the Forensic Physicians Association of Thailand yesterday warned the public of illegal breast augmentation surgery, which recently led to the death of a Thai woman. The doctor, Smith Fa Srisont, took to Facebook yesterday, September 18, to share the story of a Thai woman who underwent breast augmentation surgery with a fake doctor and suffered tragic consequences.…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:38, 19 September 2023
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Thai man dodges arrest after shooting outside Robot pub in northern Thailand

A Thai man escaped arrest last night after shooting two men outside the Robot pub in the Kud Pong sub-district in the Isaan province of Loei. The two victims were seriously injured. Officers from Mueang Loei Police Station received a report of the shooting at 1.10am yesterday, September 18. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a trail of bloodstains…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 10:18, 19 September 2023
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Thai monk-on-the-run: Holy man in ‘fur-ocious’ trouble for abusing animals

Royal Thai Police arrested another misbehaving Thai monk for repeatedly abusing animals and using them to haul a cart laden with offerings from devout merit makers. The Watchdog Thailand Foundation (WDT) disclosed that the Thai monk had a previous run-in with the law for abusing animals, employing a goat, a donkey, a horse, and even a pig to pull his…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 17:30, 18 September 2023
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Chiang Mai Airport’s 24 hours upgrade takes off to meet ‘soaring’ Chinese demand

The Airports of Thailand (AOT) is preparing to take flight as Chiang Mai International Airport gears up for 24/7 operations starting November 1, all in response to the soaring demand from Chinese visitors. The Prime Minister’s Office spokesperson, Chai Watcharong, said today that the PM and Finance Minister, Srrettha Thavisin, wants to extend Chiang Mai Airport’s operating hours, from the…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 14:43, 18 September 2023
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79 year old Thai man arrested for kidnapping mentally disabled girl

Police arrested a 79 year old Thai man on charges of kidnapping an 11 year old mentally disabled girl from Chaiyaphum, a province in Isaan, and transporting her to the northern province of Tak. The suspect is said to have a high sexual appetite and a history of physical abuse against others. Mirror Foundation Director Ekkarak Lumchumkae received a complaint…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 13:21, 18 September 2023
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Broken taxi meter mended: Thai good samaritan’s TikKok gesture goes viral

A kindhearted Thai woman shared a video on TikTok of the moment she helped a struggling taxi driver. She paid the driver an extra 2,350 baht to replace his broken meter. The video was posted on the TikTok account, @worldmj on Tuesday, September 12. The video caption read… “Travelling for several kilometres, but the meter does not count it. What…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 12:19, 18 September 2023
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Undercover scandal: Child prostitution and curfew violations uncovered in northern province

The Department of Provincial Administration last night uncovered underage drinking, curfew violations and child prostitution at two entertainment venues in the northern province of Phayao. As a consequence of this discovery, five officers from Meuang Phayao Police Station have been transferred. Acting on a tip-off from the anti-trafficking Immanuel Foundation, authorities from the Department of Provincial Administration, Phayao Provincial Office…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:12, 18 September 2023
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Identity heist: Thai man’s plastic surgery ploy backfires, friend jailed in case of mistaken identity

A Thai man resorted to using his friend’s identity to commit a crime and then underwent plastic surgery in an attempt to evade capture. This wrongful act led to his friend being wrongfully imprisoned for 80 days in his place. The transformed criminal was eventually apprehended on Saturday, September 16. The incident unfolded on September 10 when the parents of…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 16:39, 15 September 2023
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Shocking treatment: Thai-American couple demands justice after electric shock in Chon Buri hotel jacuzzi

A pregnant Thai woman and her American husband demanded compensation after the couple and their son were electrocuted while bathing in a luxury hotel jacuzzi in the Sattahip district of Chon Buri province. The woman is also concerned about the effect of the electric shock on her unborn baby. The 30 year old woman, Monthakan Khansantier, sought the help of…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 15:20, 15 September 2023
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Shocking video on TikTok: Thai sex worker takes moral stand over misbehaving monk soliciting her services

Thai social media was left astounded as they watched a Thai sex worker display a stronger sense of morality than a sinful monk when she declined to offer her services to him. This revelation came to light through a widely circulated video on the TikTok app, exposing the shameful monk’s unbecoming conduct. The monk, insistent on receiving the service, argued…
World News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 14:12, 15 September 2023
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Myanmar’s surprise cash checks: Dollars and insurance needed for entry

According to the Royal Thai Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar has announced that it will randomly inspect foreign tourists on arrival. US dollars in cash and medical insurance are required for entry. The embassy yesterday, September 14, reported that the Burmese authorities urged foreigners entering the country for less than 14 days to prepare for a random inspection upon arrival. According…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 13:37, 15 September 2023
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Pedophile nabbed for rape attempt, plan thwarted by his impotence in northeast Thailand

Police officers arrested a 51 year old pedophile for attempting to rape an eight year old girl in the Isaan province of Ubon Ratchathani. His plan to commit the sexual assault was reportedly thwarted by his impotence. The man attempted to evade arrest by hiding in his car but his plan failed. On Tuesday, September 5, the alleged suspect, Sakda…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 10:44, 15 September 2023
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Unexpected twist: Chinese accident investigation unveils chilling kidnap-ransom scheme in Bangkok

Royal Thai Police officers, investigating a car accident between Thai and Chinese drivers on Bangkok’s Sirat Expressway, stumbled upon a shocking twist—an unexpected link to a chilling kidnap-for-ransom scheme. ThaiRath yesterday afternoon reported that Expressway Police Station 2 was called to the scene of a car accident on the Sirat Expressway by a 33 year old Thai man, Somphong Sisod.…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 17:41, 14 September 2023
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Southern gem: Thailand’s newest international airport set for maiden flight

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport, situated in southern Thailand, is poised to start a trial run of its state-of-the-art international passenger terminal, valued at 1.4 billion baht, on September 19. This development marks an eagerly anticipated step towards its recognition as Thailand’s latest international airport. Originally designed primarily for domestic flights, the airport has responded to the escalating demand for international…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 16:45, 14 September 2023
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Southern Thai community shaken by drug-infused gay sex scandal involving abbot

A startling revelation has ruffled the robes of both locals and monks alike in the tranquil southern province of Phattalung after a sinning abbot had been dealing in more than just sermons, he was caught offering drugs to men in the community in exchange for gay sex, leaving the community in disbelief. A woman who lives near the temple told…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 15:11, 14 September 2023
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Former Thai senator and MP candidate denies involvement in child prostitution

A 15 year old girl who was rescued from prostitution accused a former high-ranking politician of buying sexual services from the teenager. The politician in question is identified as a former senator and Pheu Thai Party candidate. Baan Mor Police Station officers arrested a Burmese woman on Tuesday, September 12 for forcing her 15 year old daughter into prostitution in…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:56, 14 September 2023
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Wild west drama unfolds at Samui Airport: Minibus driver shoots Grab driver in fiery clash

Samui International Airport in the southern province of Surat Thani turned into a scene from a Western movie after a minibus driver shot a Grab driver following a heated dispute. Bophut Police Station officers rushed to a parking area of the arrival passenger terminal in the airport to investigate the shooting scene. Officers discovered travellers were shocked by the incident…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:03, 14 September 2023
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Time to shine: MFP leader Pita makes it to Time100 Next list

Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat has been included in the TIME100 Next list unveiled by the American news magazine, Time. Time magazine recently released its annual TIME100 Next list, which aims to recognise individuals who have excelled in their respective fields and have had a significant impact on and served as an inspiration to others in their communities.…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 09:33, 14 September 2023
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Thai netizens’ hearts warmed by heroic duo’s life-saving heart delivery, rain or shine

Thai netizens showered praise upon a dedicated traffic police officer and doctor for their successful efforts in delivering a life-saving heart organ from a hospital in Samut Sakhon province to Bangkok, despite heavy rain and severe traffic jams. The urgency of the situation cannot be overstated, as a heart can remain viable outside the human body for no more than…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 17:02, 13 September 2023
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American man faces dilemma as Thai girlfriend’s parents demand 1 million baht dowry

An American man asked netizens for advice on what to do after his Thai girlfriend’s family demanded a million baht dowry, known as sinsod in Thailand. He said he loved her very much but was not a foolish farang. The American shared his story on the social media platform Reddit yesterday, September 12. The man began by explaining that he…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 15:16, 13 September 2023
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Supernatural near-drowning ordeal: Ghost tells Thai woman to commit suicide

A Thai woman in the central province of Samut Sakhon survived a near-drowning incident in the Sanamchai Canal and alleged afterwards that a ghost had compelled her to attempt suicide by leaping off a bridge. Footage captured by a security camera at a restaurant along the canal revealed the incident at 11am yesterday. The woman was seen struggling to swim…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 14:08, 13 September 2023
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Call for help: Mobile phone shields Thai woman from ex-boyfriend’s bullet

A mobile phone became an unexpected life-saving shield for a Thai woman when her ex-boyfriend shot her in the Isaan province of Chaiyaphum. Thanks to the phone shield the woman only suffered a mild injury near her waist. The victim, 24 year old Ratda, who remains at Khon Sawan Hospital, recounted the shooting to police and reporters. According to Ratda,…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 12:15, 13 September 2023
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Phony police husband: Imposter arrested, wife in the dark for two years

Police officers arrested a fake cop in the central province of Lop Buri yesterday. The fake cop’s wife had been completely unaware of his deceit throughout their two-year marriage. Locals in the Pattana Nikhom district of Lop Buri reported their suspicions about the true identity of Rachata Jadejiranit to Manao Whan Police Station. The locals stated that Rachata was always…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:19, 13 September 2023
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Trust No One: Thai cyber squad nabs seven Chinese crypto culprits in Bangkok

Thai Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) carried out a “Trust No One” operation in pursuit of crypto scammers and managed to arrest seven Chinese nationals operating crypto fraud and money laundering. In the first episode of the operation, the CCIB conducted raids at six suspicious locations in the Sri Nakarin neighbourhood of Bangkok and arrested two Chinese nationals including a…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 17:59, 12 September 2023
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Bangkok hotel’s ‘loo-natic’ layout leaves guest in stitches

A Thai woman shared her hilarious hotel room escapade in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit neighbourhood on Facebook, where the accommodation featured a peculiar floor plan. Imagine a flush toilet just a step away from the bed – a convenience that raised hygiene concerns but also had her in stitches with its “loo-natic” layout. The Thai woman shared her story in a Facebook…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 17:13, 12 September 2023
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Burmese woman arrested forcing 15 year old daughter into prostitution

A Thai man filed a complaint against his ex-wife for forcing their 15 year old daughter into prostitution at a resort in the central province of Saraburi. The 37 year old Thai man, named A, accompanied by his daughter’s school teacher, Baan Mor Police Station officers to arrest his former Burmese wife, 37 year old Mamiao, yesterday, September 11 A…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 15:26, 12 September 2023
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Thai man rescued after being stranded by flood for 14 hours

The authorities successfully rescued a Thai man stranded by a flash flood for over 14 hours in the Isaan province of Kalasin. On September 7, locals discovered a Thai man holding a tree in the middle of the flood and reported the discovery to the Department of Disaster and Mitigation of the Kuchinarai district of Kalasin. The man was later identified…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 14:31, 12 September 2023
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Dog day discord: Thai man stabbed after his dog barks at attacker

A Thai man suffered a severe injury after being stabbed while walking his dog near his home in the Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. The attacker was reportedly angry because the victim’s dog barked at him. Mueang Nonthaburi Police Station officers investigated the stabbing scene on Liang Mueang Nonthaburi Road at 2pm yesterday after receiving a distressing call from a witness.…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 11:35, 12 September 2023
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Thai chicken vendors drum up controversy by winging it to rip off South Korean YouTubers (video)

Thai vendors of a renowned deep-fried chicken store in the southern province of Songkhla faced criticism from Thai netizens for overcharging two South Korean YouTubers. The controversy erupted following a video posted by the foreigners, showcasing their purchase of six pieces of fried chicken and two boxes of rice for 520 baht. The South Korean YouTuber, Cullen shared a video…
Thailand News

Petch PetpailinPublished: 10:19, 12 September 2023
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Silent film chaos: Man attacks transwomen at mall theater for shushing

A Thai man physically assaulted two transwomen at a theatre in a shopping mall in Chon Buri after the two asked him to stop talking while watching a movie. The victims, 27 year old Cher and 26 year old Joy decided to share the story with ThaiRath as the attacker claimed that he was powerful and knew a lot of…

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