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.
  • Phuket NewsMayor’s grandson wanted after jealous stabbing at Phuket pub | Thaiger

    Mayor’s grandson wanted after jealous stabbing at Phuket pub

    Police in Phuket are searching for a man accused of stabbing a rival inside a popular pub during a violent altercation believed to be motivated by jealousy. Police are on the trail of a suspect wanted for a vicious stabbing at a pub in Phuket Town, with the attacker identified as the grandson of a prominent southern politician. The attack,…

  • Pattaya NewsIndian nightclub brawl in Pattaya heads to court | Thaiger

    Indian nightclub brawl in Pattaya heads to court

    An Indian tourist and a nightclub manager are heading to court after a dispute at a Pattaya venue allegedly turned violent over an unpaid bill and threats. The incident reportedly took place at 4am on Friday, September 26, when 33 year old Rohit alleged that he was dragged behind the venue, beaten, and threatened with a firearm by the club’s…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok plastic factory blaze forces workers to flee | Thaiger

    Bangkok plastic factory blaze forces workers to flee

    A fire erupted at a plastic factory in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian district, forcing over 10 workers to flee as explosions and thick smoke filled the air. The fire erupted at 2.12am today, October 2, at a facility located in Soi Bang Kradi 24, off Bang Kradi Road. Police Lieutenant Picheth Rodyang, Deputy Inspector at Samae Dam Police Station, was…

  • Business NewsBaht holds steady as US shutdown spooks global markets | Thaiger

    Baht holds steady as US shutdown spooks global markets

    Thailand’s central bank reassured the public that no irregularities have been seen in local markets after the US shutdown triggered global financial jitters. The shutdown, which began after the US Senate failed to approve a temporary spending bill, has unsettled international markets and raised concerns over delayed economic data critical to the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions. Yesterday, October 1,…

  • Pattaya NewsMiracle escape: Myanmar couple plunge off Sri Racha bridge | Thaiger

    Miracle escape: Myanmar couple plunge off Sri Racha bridge

    A Myanmar couple survived a 10-metre fall after crashing their motorcycle off a Sri Racha overpass while en route to work, prompting a swift rescue response. The crash took place yesterday, October 1, at around 3pm near the Bo Yang overpass on the inbound lane to Chon Buri. Rescue teams from the Sawang Prateep Sri Racha Unit, ambulance staff from…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok saver strikes it rich with 30 million baht lottery jackpot | Thaiger

    Bangkok saver strikes it rich with 30 million baht lottery jackpot

    A Bangkok resident won 30 million baht in a Government Savings Bank (GSB) lottery draw, becoming the latest millionaire in this special two-year savings scheme. The winner, a customer of GSB’s CentralWorld branch in the Thai capital, struck gold with the first-prize ticket in the popular long-term savings lottery. The bank officially announced the results yesterday, October 1, via its…

  • Economy NewsThai govt brings back co-pay scheme with more baht in your pocket | Thaiger

    Thai govt brings back co-pay scheme with more baht in your pocket

    The Thai government will reopen registration for its co-payment scheme, offering increased daily subsidies to support consumers and small businesses. A fresh round of registration will open from October 20 to 26. The scheme aims to support both consumers and small businesses, with increased daily spending power and broader financial benefits for those within the tax system. Deputy Prime Minister…

  • Phuket NewsChinese tourist missing after being swept away in Phuket surf | Thaiger

    Chinese tourist missing after being swept away in Phuket surf

    A Chinese tourist went missing while swimming in rough waters at a Phuket beach, prompting a coordinated search by police, rescue teams, and local officials. The tourist was swept away by strong waves while swimming at Nai Harn Beach. The incident occurred yesterday, October 1, at around 2.48pm, prompting an urgent response from local police and rescue teams. Officers from…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya patrol heroes return lost wallet to Chinese tourist | Thaiger

    Pattaya patrol heroes return lost wallet to Chinese tourist

    Pattaya officers returned a lost wallet to a tourist during a routine patrol, earning praise for their honesty in safeguarding visitors to the city. The incident unfolded around 8pm during a routine patrol by municipal officers from Pattaya City Administration’s Peacekeeping Division along the bustling Walking Street. Officers Natthaphum Singhseng, Nophakhun Songcharoen and Rungrueang Boonprakob were making their rounds when…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket’s new governor vows to fix traffic and boost tourism | Thaiger

    Phuket’s new governor vows to fix traffic and boost tourism

    Phuket’s newly appointed governor took office, pledging to tackle traffic, infrastructure and sustainable development to improve life for residents and tourists. Phuket officially welcomed its new governor, Saransak Srikruanetra, who took office yesterday, October 1, with a promise to tackle the island’s most pressing problems head-on. The 57 year old Udon Thani native pledged to focus on infrastructure, traffic congestion,…

  • Thailand NewsThailand maintains Tier 2 spot in US trafficking report | Thaiger

    Thailand maintains Tier 2 spot in US trafficking report

    Thailand has retained its Tier 2 ranking in the United States’ 2025 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, marking the fourth year in a row the kingdom has remained in the category. The ranking reflects efforts to combat human trafficking but also highlights persistent shortcomings, according to officials. The TIP Report, released by the US Department of State on Monday, September…

  • Central Thailand NewsAyutthaya worker hits jackpot with 12 million baht lottery win | Thaiger

    Ayutthaya worker hits jackpot with 12 million baht lottery win

    A worker in Ayutthaya became an instant millionaire after winning the top prize in the national lottery, sparking celebration in their hometown community. The lucky winner held two tickets that matched the first-prize number in the October 1 draw yesterday, announced by the Government Lottery Office. The winning ticket number, 876978, was revealed alongside the two-digit prize number 77. The…

  • Eastern Thailand NewsRayong house fire kills 7 as family trapped in blaze (video) | Thaiger

    Rayong house fire kills 7 as family trapped in blaze (video)

    A deadly fire broke out in a residential area of Rayong, killing seven people and injuring three others in the early hours, prompting an urgent investigation. The blaze broke out at around 4.30am today, October 2, near the entrance to Pai 2, Soi 7, in Tha Pradu subdistrict. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the property. Firefighters…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand prepares for flooding as offshore weather worsens | Thaiger

    Thailand prepares for flooding as offshore weather worsens

    Thailand is bracing for widespread thunderstorms and flood risks as a tropical storm develops offshore, bringing unstable weather to several regions nationwide. Thailand is set for more scattered downpours as a tropical depression forming over the Pacific Ocean gears up to cross into the South China Sea between tomorrow, October 3, and Saturday, October 4. The storm is forecast to…

  • Central Thailand NewsLottery luck: Phetchabun woman scoops 6 million baht jackpot (video) | Thaiger

    Lottery luck: Phetchabun woman scoops 6 million baht jackpot (video)

    A woman from Phetchabun won the national lottery’s first prize, sparking cheers as her neighbours gathered to celebrate her 6 million baht jackpot. The winner, known as Jeab from Ban Ang Padu, became the centre of attention when the results of today’s (October 1) government lottery draw were announced. The winning number, 876978, secured her the life-changing payout, sparking cheers…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket bids warm farewell to outgoing governor Sophon | Thaiger

    Phuket bids warm farewell to outgoing governor Sophon

    Phuket’s outgoing governor was honoured with a farewell ceremony at Provincial Hall, where officials, community leaders and residents gathered to pay tribute. At 9am yesterday, September 30, Sophon and his wife, Busadee, President of the Phuket Red Cross Society, began the day by paying homage to sacred objects enshrined at the front of the hall. The ritual, a longstanding tradition,…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya teen badly hurt after firecracker explodes on beach | Thaiger

    Pattaya teen badly hurt after firecracker explodes on beach

    A 14 year old boy was seriously injured when a firecracker exploded in his hand on Pattaya Beach, shocking crowds of locals and tourists nearby. The incident unfolded at around 9.30pm yesterday, September 30, near Soi 9, where crowds of Thai residents and foreign tourists had gathered. Emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre rushed to the scene…

  • Central Thailand NewsBanana tree miracle draws lottery hopefuls in Phetchabun | Thaiger

    Banana tree miracle draws lottery hopefuls in Phetchabun

    Villagers in Phetchabun, central Thailand, gathered at a rare banana tree that produced two large clusters, performing rituals to seek lucky numbers ahead of the lottery draw. The tree, found in Ban Bueng Najan, Sri Thep district, has sparked excitement after producing two clusters of bananas, each carrying 11 hands, totalling 22. Residents rushed to the site carrying incense, candles…

  • Politics NewsAnutin dismisses US shutdown fears, says Thailand secure | Thaiger

    Anutin dismisses US shutdown fears, says Thailand secure

    Thailand’s prime minister has assured the public that the US government shutdown will not affect the country, stressing that trade agreements with Washington remain secure. At a press briefing today, October 1, at Government House, Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul addressed the fallout from the US Senate’s rejection of a budget bill, which triggered America’s first shutdown in…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket MP blasts visa-free policy over ‘bad tourist’ surge | Thaiger

    Phuket MP blasts visa-free policy over ‘bad tourist’ surge

    A Phuket MP has urged the government to review Thailand’s visa-free policy, warning it fuels unruly tourist behaviour and harms the nation’s reputation. Chalermpong Saengdee, MP for Phuket, submitted a formal request urging the government to review the policy, which currently allows travellers from several countries to enter Thailand without a visa. While the measure has boosted arrivals and revenue,…

  • Covid-19 NewsThailand confirms 33 cases of new global Covid strain XFG | Thaiger

    Thailand confirms 33 cases of new global Covid strain XFG

    Thailand has reported 33 cases of the new Covid-19 strain XFG, most of them in Bangkok, with health officials stressing it causes only mild symptoms. The Department of Medical Sciences announced yesterday, September 30, that XFG has now become the dominant Covid-19 strain worldwide, although there is no evidence to suggest it causes more severe symptoms than previous variants. Thailand’s…

  • Politics NewsPM Anutin flies mission to deliver organs and save 7 lives | Thaiger

    PM Anutin flies mission to deliver organs and save 7 lives

    Thailand’s prime minister piloted his own plane to Loei to collect donated organs, which were flown to Bangkok to help save the lives of seven patients. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul touched down in Loei province yesterday, September 30, in what was his first volunteer flight since taking office. The Public Relations Department confirmed he landed at Loei Airport at 12.15pm…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya motorbike crash leaves Russians and Thais badly hurt | Thaiger

    Pattaya motorbike crash leaves Russians and Thais badly hurt

    A head-on motorbike crash in Pattaya left four people critically injured after two motorcycles collided outside a busy nightlife area in Jomtien. The crash unfolded at around 12.30am today, October 1, when two motorcycles collided on Jomtien Second Road in front of Rompho Market. Rescue teams from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation and police rushed to the scene following an emergency…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok cracks down with new fees for unsorted household waste | Thaiger

    Bangkok cracks down with new fees for unsorted household waste

    Bangkok has introduced higher waste collection fees, penalising households that fail to sort rubbish while rewarding those who properly separate their trash. From today, October 1, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will increase the waste collection fee from 20 baht to 60 baht per month. However, households that join the This House Doesn’t Mix waste separation scheme will still pay…

  • ExpatsBritish war veteran fights for life in Thai hospital battle | Thaiger

    British war veteran fights for life in Thai hospital battle

    A British veteran is in intensive care in Thailand after falling critically ill, while his family urgently try to raise funds to bring him back to the UK. Seventy-three year old Alexander Parker, a former Royal Fleet Auxiliary officer who served in the Falklands, the Gulf, Bosnia and Iraq, is in intensive care in Chanthaburi with suspected lymphoma. The Scot…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket drowning: Unidentified foreigner found dead on beach | Thaiger

    Phuket drowning: Unidentified foreigner found dead on beach

    A foreign man drowned after being found unconscious on a Phuket beach, with police now working to uncover his identity and the cause of the tragedy. Phuket police are scrambling to identify a foreign man who drowned off Naiyang Beach after his body was found washed ashore without a single clue to his identity. Sakhu Police said they were alerted…

  • Pattaya NewsMyanmar gang knife fight in Pattaya leaves 2 dead, 1 hurt | Thaiger

    Myanmar gang knife fight in Pattaya leaves 2 dead, 1 hurt

    A violent clash between rival gangs in Pattaya left two people dead and one seriously injured after a knife fight broke out on a busy roadside. The fatal clash unfolded around 6.06am yesterday, September 30, along the pavement on South Pattaya Road, near the Land Office intersection, close to the Bali Hai overpass. Responding to reports of a violent assault,…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket splashes 48 million baht on tunnel revamp to boost safety | Thaiger

    Phuket splashes 48 million baht on tunnel revamp to boost safety

    Phuket officials have launched a multimillion-baht project to enhance lighting in key underpasses, aiming to improve safety and reduce accident risks at night. Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat made the announcement during a provincial committee meeting held on Monday, September 29, at Provincial Hall. He confirmed that contracts for the project were signed earlier this week, and work is set to…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand braces for more floods and storms amid monsoon chaos | Thaiger

    Thailand braces for more floods and storms amid monsoon chaos

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a new weather alert warning of widespread storms, flash floods and rough seas across multiple regions. A low-pressure cell is currently covering upper Myanmar while a strong southwest monsoon is sweeping across the Andaman Sea, the South and the Gulf of Thailand. The combined systems are driving thundershowers and strong winds, with isolated…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok races to fill sinkhole with sand before reopening | Thaiger

    Bangkok races to fill sinkhole with sand before reopening

    Bangkok officials are repairing a major sinkhole outside a hospital, switching from cement to sand to ensure safety and keep the road reopening on schedule. A new plan has been rolled out to tackle the giant sinkhole in front of Vajira Hospital in Dusit district, with engineers deciding to use only sand instead of a sand-cement mix. The change is…