Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Originally from Hong Kong, Puntid moved to Bangkok in 2020 to pursue further studies in translation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from the University of Hong Kong. Puntid spent 8 years living in Manchester, UK. Before joining The Thaiger, Puntid has been a freelance translator for 2 years. In her free time, she enjoys swimming and listening to music, as well as writing short fiction and poetry.
  • Thailand NewsThai Airways soars with ‘plane’-tastic gourmet menus for all classes

    Thai Airways soars with ‘plane’-tastic gourmet menus for all classes

    Thai Airways (THAI) is taking in-flight dining to new heights, literally. The airline has rolled out premium menus across all cabin classes, offering a luxurious yet culturally immersive experience. With European routes booming at an 80% load factor, Thai Airways has decided to up the ante on its service offerings. In First Class, passengers can indulge in Italian caviar sourced…

  • Thailand NewsOver 28% of Thais hit by fraud as AI scams soar

    Over 28% of Thais hit by fraud as AI scams soar

    Thailand is facing a scam epidemic, with more than a quarter of its citizens falling victim to fraudsters in just the past year, a bombshell report has revealed. A staggering 28% of Thais have lost money, according to new data from Whoscall developer Gogolook, in collaboration with the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) and ScamAdviser. The survey of over 9,000 Thais…

  • Thailand NewsNew chairman could spell economic disaster, warns ex-bank boss

    New chairman could spell economic disaster, warns ex-bank boss

    The race to appoint the next Bank of Thailand (BoT) board chairman has taken a dramatic turn as former governor Tarisa Watanagase warns that a bad choice could plunge the economy into chaos. In a fiery Facebook post, Tarisa urged the panel selecting the new BoT chair to exercise extreme caution, stressing that appointing the wrong person could open the…

  • Thailand NewsShinawatras open kitchens to feed flood victims in Chiang Mai

    Shinawatras open kitchens to feed flood victims in Chiang Mai

    The Shinawatras are back in action, and this time it’s all about giving back. Former Thai premiers Thaksin and Yingluck Shinawatra have stepped up in a big way, sponsoring two relief kitchens in their hometown of Chiang Mai, ensuring flood victims don’t go hungry. Thaksin, who recently returned to Thailand after years in exile, has funded a kitchen at Paed Kao…

  • Phuket NewsElderly Swiss man busted with gun at Phuket Airport

    Elderly Swiss man busted with gun at Phuket Airport

    An 82 year old Swiss man was arrested at Phuket International Airport after security found a handgun tucked away in his luggage. The Swiss national, Kurt Fritz Loliger, a seemingly unassuming pensioner, was stopped at Gate 81 of the International Passenger Terminal last night, October 7. The drama unfolded around 8.30pm when Ainah Pango, an X-ray image officer, spotted something…

  • Bangkok NewsSmogged in: Bangkok wakes up to a PM2.5 breath of fresh despair

    Smogged in: Bangkok wakes up to a PM2.5 breath of fresh despair

    Bangkok and its neighbouring provinces awoke today to find themselves enveloped in a thick blanket of smog, as pollution levels reached dangerously high levels. The stagnant air trapped hazardous levels of PM2.5, leaving the city gasping for breath. According to the Pollution Control Department, PM2.5 (tiny particles less than 2.5 microns in diameter) breached the safe threshold of 35 microgrammes per…

  • Thailand NewsNo more slack: Thailand tightens the noose on illegal workers

    No more slack: Thailand tightens the noose on illegal workers

    The Government of Thailand is tightening the noose on illegal foreign workers in a sweeping crackdown, with over 2,000 arrests in recent weeks. While the bulk of those detained are undocumented migrants from neighbouring Myanmar, the hunt is expanding to include Western foreigners working illegally in jobs reserved for Thai nationals. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director General of the Department of Employment…

  • Thailand NewsPM Paetongtarn urges swift update of laws to boost road safety

    PM Paetongtarn urges swift update of laws to boost road safety

    Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has directed officials to expedite the amendment of outdated laws to enhance road safety. At a road safety meeting yesterday, the 38 year old prime minister highlighted the tragic accident on October 1, which has led the government to reassess existing frameworks and regulations concerning vehicle safety for passengers. Paetongtarn emphasised the necessity for stricter…

  • Thailand NewsPhatthalung villagers scammed out of 5 million baht by neighbour

    Phatthalung villagers scammed out of 5 million baht by neighbour

    Nearly 30 villagers in Phatthalung province filed police reports after being scammed out of 5 million baht by a neighbour they had trusted. The incident involved daily savings schemes, gold savings plans, and land brokerage deals. The chief of Khao Krasai subdistrict in Pa Bon district, Komjak Saengsio, led the villagers in reporting the case. The accused, Sattaya Boonladee, a…

  • Thailand NewsTeen fatally shot in Pathum Thani after Facebook watch deal

    Teen fatally shot in Pathum Thani after Facebook watch deal

    A tragic incident unfolded in Pathum Thani province where a teenager was shot dead after arranging to buy a watch via Facebook. The young man met with the sellers in a secluded alley, only to be ambushed and fatally shot. Police are now in a race to apprehend the culprits. Police Lieutenant Waranchai Sookying of Khlong Luang Police Station received…

  • Thailand NewsLadyboy arrested in Bangkok for phone theft and drug use

    Ladyboy arrested in Bangkok for phone theft and drug use

    Police apprehended a 39 year old ladyboy at a shop in Kriangkrai Market, Lat Krabang, Bangkok, on charges of theft and drug use. She was found in possession of a stolen Samsung A73 5G phone and methamphetamine (meth). A victim reported the theft of their Samsung A73 5G phone from a restaurant inside a mall to Romklao Police Station on…

  • Thailand NewsFood delivery rider braves Chiang Mai floods for customer’s order (video)

    Food delivery rider braves Chiang Mai floods for customer’s order (video)

    A determined food delivery rider braved floodwaters nearly 1 metre deep in central Chiang Mai to deliver an order, sparking widespread discussion on social media about the worth of his efforts compared to potential repair costs for his motorcycle. A video widely shared online captures the moment a food delivery rider navigated through floodwaters almost 1 metre deep to deliver…

  • Pattaya NewsFire at Big Moose bar near Pattaya Beach traps six residents

    Fire at Big Moose bar near Pattaya Beach traps six residents

    A fire at the Big Moose beer bar and rental rooms near Pattaya Beach Road trapped six residents early yesterday morning. The blaze erupted around 7.30am, yesterday, October 7, originating on the ground floor and blocking all exits, which left the residents unable to escape unaided. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene and began dousing the flames with water. They…

  • Thailand NewsThief steals motorcycle from hotel in Chachoengsao, still at large

    Thief steals motorcycle from hotel in Chachoengsao, still at large

    A brazen theft occurred at the Rajapruek 24 Hotel in Chachoengsao province when a thief stole a motorcycle and evaded capture by misleading the hotel caretaker. The incident, caught on CCTV, highlights a well-coordinated plan executed in the early hours of yesterday, October 7. CCTV footage from the Rajapruek 24 Hotel on Suwinthawong Road in Chachoengsao captured the event around…

  • Phuket NewsTuk tuk parking in Patong’s red and white zones sparks outrage (video)

    Tuk tuk parking in Patong’s red and white zones sparks outrage (video)

    A viral video showing tuk tuks parked along the red and white kerbside in Patong, Phuket sparked outrage on social media. The clip, shared on the โหดจัง-จังหวัดภูเก็ต Facebook page, questions whether tuk tuks are permitted to park in these restricted areas, leading to a flurry of comments from netizens. The footage, lasting one minute and one second, was posted with…

  • Thailand NewsKitrat Phanphet named Thailand’s new national police chief

    Kitrat Phanphet named Thailand’s new national police chief

    Deputy National Police Chief Kitrat Phanphet has been appointed Thailand’s 15th national police chief following a unanimous vote by the Police Commission, chaired by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Kitrat secured eight votes in his favour, emerging as the top candidate among three contenders. He is set to serve until his retirement at the age of 60 in 2026. The other…

  • Thailand NewsMan high on meth terrifies employee at Udon Thani petrol station

    Man high on meth terrifies employee at Udon Thani petrol station

    A petrol station employee in Udon Thani was left terrified when a man, barefoot and behaving erratically, approached her while she was resting in the office. The man then groped himself and attempted to rush at her, prompting her to flee for help. Police later apprehended him, discovering he was under the influence of methamphetamine (meth). Police officers Udon Suksiri…

  • Thailand NewsThai Excise Department ramps up crackdown on illegal goods

    Thai Excise Department ramps up crackdown on illegal goods

    Thailand’s Excise Department has intensified its crackdown on illegal goods, reporting 33,359 cases, a 28% increase, with estimated fines exceeding 2.4 billion baht. The Deputy Minister of Finance, Paophum Rojanasakul, announced yesterday, October 4, that the Ministry of Finance, through the Excise Department, has effectively ramped up its nationwide efforts to combat violations of excise laws. The department reported 33,359…

  • Thailand NewsThai police arrest key figure in dating app scam gang

    Thai police arrest key figure in dating app scam gang

    Thai police have apprehended a key member of a hybrid scam gang targeting victims on dating apps and tricking them into investing in digital currency, resulting in losses exceeding 500,000 baht. Officers arrested 35 year old Yupaporn in front of her residence in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri. The arrest followed a warrant issued by the Taling Chan Criminal…

  • Thailand NewsFire kills 11 cats and injures five in Bangkok home

    Fire kills 11 cats and injures five in Bangkok home

    Firefighters battled a blaze on the second floor of a house in Bangkok, discovering the tragic scene of 11 cats dead and five severely injured. The owner was in shock, revealing she housed 29 cats there. Officers from Thungkhru Police Station received a report of a fire at 6.40pm yesterday, October 4, at a residential home within Khlong Kao Hong…

  • Thailand NewsRoadworks on Suphan Buri highway to cause weekend delays

    Roadworks on Suphan Buri highway to cause weekend delays

    The Department of Highways has announced a three-year road improvement project on Highway 340 from Ban Sali to Suphan Buri, with traffic expected to be congested during weekends. Travellers are advised to plan their journeys in advance. The Department of Highways is committed to enhancing the transportation network of the country and is expediting the construction of Highway 340 from…

  • Thailand NewsThai shop’s refusal to replace ice cream spoon sparks debate

    Thai shop’s refusal to replace ice cream spoon sparks debate

    A mother’s request for a replacement spoon at a popular ice cream parlour sparked a heated debate online after the shop refused to provide one. The incident, which quickly garnered attention on social media, divided netizens into two camps: those supporting the shop’s policy and those sympathising with the mother. The event came to light when a member of the…

  • Thailand NewsBoat in Chiang Mai flood narrowly escapes disaster (video)

    Boat in Chiang Mai flood narrowly escapes disaster (video)

    A boat narrowly avoided disaster after being swept away by floodwaters in Chiang Mai, crashing into a bridge before passing safely underneath. The incident, captured on TikTok by user @malaim274, occurred during severe flooding in the area. “Chiang Mai’s second round of flooding brought fast and powerful water currents. This boat got swept away but luckily didn’t sink.” The video…

  • Thailand NewsElephant carcass found in Chiang Mai after severe flooding

    Elephant carcass found in Chiang Mai after severe flooding

    A tragic discovery was made yesterday, October 4, when the carcass of an elephant was found washed up near an elephant camp in Chiang Mai following severe flooding. This incident highlights the urgent need for improved animal management during natural disasters. The flooding, which occurred in several areas of Chiang Mai province, particularly impacted the region of Mae Taeng, where…

  • Pattaya NewsBritish man busted in Pattaya after cannabis-fuelled escape attempt

    British man busted in Pattaya after cannabis-fuelled escape attempt

    A British man on the run from Thai police had his escape plan go up in smoke—literally. On Thursday, October 3, Chon Buri Immigration officers apprehended a 28 year old British national who was wanted for trespassing and overstaying his visa in Thailand. But in a bizarre twist, the arrest only came after he tried to flee while high on…

  • Thailand NewsSoldiers in Lopburi camp hospitalised after severe punishment

    Soldiers in Lopburi camp hospitalised after severe punishment

    A military camp in Lopburi has come under scrutiny following reports of two soldiers being subjected to severe punishment late at night, leading to their admission into the intensive care unit (ICU). The soldiers were allegedly ordered to continue working immediately after being discharged from the emergency room. Former candidate for MP in Constituency 10, Chon Buri, for the now-defunct…

  • Thailand NewsForeign tourist’s gold necklace stolen in Patong alley

    Foreign tourist’s gold necklace stolen in Patong alley

    Patong Police are currently investigating the theft of a gold necklace from a foreign tourist in Soi Sea Dragon, off Bangla Road, which took place early yesterday morning, October 4. The incident, which occurred around 12.20am in front of a bar, was reported by the victim, Guilherme Rodrigues e Almeida Fernandes, to the police. Fernandes, whose nationality was not disclosed,…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket cracks down on illegal busking during Vegetarian Festival

    Phuket cracks down on illegal busking during Vegetarian Festival

    Police in Phuket have issued a stern warning against begging and busking in key public areas during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. This comes after several individuals were apprehended at Jui Tui Shrine in Phuket Town on Thursday, October 3. A team of officers, led by officials from the Phuket Provincial Office of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security…

  • Thailand NewsBlind elephant left behind as Chiang Mai floods ravage sanctuary (video)

    Blind elephant left behind as Chiang Mai floods ravage sanctuary (video)

    Dramatic footage from the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai shows the heartwarming moment when four elephants waded through rising floodwaters, escaping a sanctuary inundated by severe flooding. The park’s staff scrambled to lead the animals to safety as relentless downpours from Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s most powerful storm this year, battered the region. Among the group, one elephant moved noticeably…

  • Thailand NewsTurtle-saving tech: Thai students invent beach lamp

    Turtle-saving tech: Thai students invent beach lamp

    Thailand’s sea turtles are getting a lifeline, thanks to a bright idea from students at Chulalongkorn University. Enter COCOLAMP—a clever light-diverting bulb shade designed to protect baby turtles from disorienting beach lights, ensuring they can safely crawl to the sea. With sea turtles at risk of extinction, this innovation could make all the difference. Lights from beachfront hotels, resorts, and…