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.
  • Bangkok NewsBangkok road collapse leaves 31 streets without tap water | Thaiger

    Bangkok road collapse leaves 31 streets without tap water

    A major road collapse outside a Bangkok hospital damaged a water main, cutting tap water supplies to 31 streets as local officials rushed to carry out repairs. The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) confirmed that a 1,200-millimetre-diameter pipe was badly damaged during the collapse near the hospital in the Dusit district. The rupture has left large parts of the city without…

  • Politics NewsBhumjaithai pushes charter change to cut Senate’s power | Thaiger

    Bhumjaithai pushes charter change to cut Senate’s power

    Bhumjaithai MPs submitted a draft amendment to the House Speaker seeking to lower Senate voting requirements and set up a new body to draft a constitution. Yesterday, September 23, Angthong MP Korrawee Prissananantakul, backed by colleagues from the Bhumjaithai Party, presented the proposed amendment to House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, in his role as President of the National Assembly.…

  • Transport NewsThailand rolls out stricter ride-hailing rules from October | Thaiger

    Thailand rolls out stricter ride-hailing rules from October

    Thailand will introduce new ride-hailing regulations next month, requiring stricter checks on drivers and platforms to improve safety, trust and transparency. The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) confirmed that the regulations, effective from October, will redefine the role of ride-hailing platforms from intermediaries to active service regulators. Under the new rules, platforms must verify the identities of both passengers and…

  • Pattaya NewsForeigners slammed for using kids to sell roses on Pattaya strip | Thaiger

    Foreigners slammed for using kids to sell roses on Pattaya strip

    Business owners in Pattaya raised concerns after foreigners were seen using children to sell roses on Walking Street, fuelling fears of exploitation and harm. The complaints surfaced at around 3.30am yesterday, September 23, when Walking Street operators reported groups of foreign men and women using children as young as one to seven years old to sell roses. Each flower is…

  • Central Thailand NewsBus driver found dead beside parked vehicle in Chachoengsao | Thaiger

    Bus driver found dead beside parked vehicle in Chachoengsao

    A 52 year old bus driver was found dead beside his parked vehicle in Chachoengsao province, central Thailand, leaving factory workers stranded as police launched an investigation. The incident took place around 9pm yesterday, September 23, at a designated parking area along Bang Na-Trat Road. The driver, identified as 52 year old Veerawat from Samut Prakan, was found lying on…

  • Aviation NewsBangkok Airways bags 5-star award for eco-friendly flights | Thaiger

    Bangkok Airways bags 5-star award for eco-friendly flights

    Bangkok Airways received a 5-star sustainability award from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) for its efforts to promote greener aviation and responsible tourism. The award, part of TAT’s Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating (STAR) programme, recognises tourism operators who embrace sustainable practices in line with global standards. For Bangkok Airways, it cements its reputation as a leader in environmentally responsible…

  • Politics NewsGunfire erupts as Cambodian troops target Thai border fence | Thaiger

    Gunfire erupts as Cambodian troops target Thai border fence

    Cambodian soldiers fired shots at a barbed wire fence along the Thai border in Sisaket, prompting Thai troops to hold fire while keeping watch on the area. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon, September 23, in Sao Thong Chai subdistrict, Kantharalak district. Reports indicate that between three and five rounds were discharged at around 1.20pm, with Thai troops stationed nearby choosing…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok vendor fined for posing as fake undercover cop | Thaiger

    Bangkok vendor fined for posing as fake undercover cop

    A Bangkok water vendor was arrested after a viral video showed him posing as an undercover police officer during a roadside clash with a motorcyclist. The bizarre encounter unfolded near the entrance of Soi Phetkasem 81/5 on Phetkasem Road in Nong Khang Phlu, Nong Khaem district. A motorcyclist, shocked by the confrontation, later posted the footage online, sparking widespread disbelief.…

  • Transport NewsThai govt plans cheaper fares and 60 billion baht stimulus boost | Thaiger

    Thai govt plans cheaper fares and 60 billion baht stimulus boost

    The government announced a two-phase transport plan aimed at cutting travel costs and easing living expenses, with fare and subsidy details expected soon. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn announced a short-term, four-month initiative to cut public transport costs, covering electric rail fares, bus services, and expressway fees. Specific details are expected within a week, while long-term strategies…

  • South Thailand NewsGerman man arrested for illegal e-bike tours on Koh Pha Ngan | Thaiger

    German man arrested for illegal e-bike tours on Koh Pha Ngan

    A German man and a Myanmar national were arrested on Koh Pha Ngan for illegally operating a tour business using electric motorbikes to guide tourists. Tourist police swooped in at midday on Monday, September 22, following complaints that high-speed electric motorcycles, reportedly rented out by the pair, were causing safety concerns among locals and visitors. The suspects were identified as…

  • Bangkok NewsWoman plunges from height at Khu Khot BTS park-and-ride | Thaiger

    Woman plunges from height at Khu Khot BTS park-and-ride

    A woman fell from a height at a park-and-ride near a BTS station in Bangkok, prompting a swift emergency response as officials investigate the cause. The incident occurred around 5.20pm yesterday, September 23, with emergency services rushing to the scene shortly after. The fall was first reported on the Khu Khot BTS Win Facebook page, which also shared images from…

  • Pattaya NewsMeth-crazed man threatens mum in Chon Buri cash rampage | Thaiger

    Meth-crazed man threatens mum in Chon Buri cash rampage

    A man under the influence of drugs threatened his mother at their Chon Buri home, prompting police intervention after he demanded money for more narcotics. The incident unfolded around 5pm yesterday, September 23, in Village 3 of the Bo Win subdistrict, where police were called to a private residence following reports of domestic violence. The suspect, identified as 26 year…

  • Pattaya NewsChon Buri hit-and-run driver dumps pickup and flees on foot | Thaiger

    Chon Buri hit-and-run driver dumps pickup and flees on foot

    A high-speed hit-and-run in Chon Buri left one vehicle damaged and led to a dramatic chase after the driver fled the scene and abandoned their truck in a field. The collision occurred at 9.36pm on Monday, September 22, along Chaipornwithee Road near Tham Pratun Temple in the Khao Mai Kaew subdistrict. Police Lieutenant Yuttana Phosidi, Deputy Inspector at Huay Yai…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesTyphoon Ragasa fuels storms as Thailand faces fresh flood fears | Thaiger

    Typhoon Ragasa fuels storms as Thailand faces fresh flood fears

    Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has warned residents nationwide of heavy rain, thunderstorms and rough seas as the monsoon trough and a nearby typhoon intensify. The TMD warned that the North and Northeast remain under the influence of the monsoon trough, while the southwest monsoon is prevailing over the Andaman Sea, Gulf of Thailand, and much of the southern, central and…

  • Bangkok NewsAnutin pulls out of UN visit over policy statement clash | Thaiger

    Anutin pulls out of UN visit over policy statement clash

    Thailand’s prime minister confirmed he will not attend the UN General Assembly (UNGA), citing the need to present his new government’s policy to Parliament first. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today, September 23, that attending the UNGA could disrupt plans to present his administration’s agenda to lawmakers. “I do not want the trip to interfere with my duty to deliver…

  • Business NewsYoung Thais drive fashion and beauty boom in local market | Thaiger

    Young Thais drive fashion and beauty boom in local market

    A nationwide survey found Thai consumers still favour local food and drink, while younger shoppers are driving growth in beauty and fashion products. The nationwide poll, carried out in August by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), gathered responses from more than 5,400 people across income groups and regions. It found that food and beverages remain the most popular…

  • Central Thailand NewsRubber worker injured in elephant attack in central Thailand | Thaiger

    Rubber worker injured in elephant attack in central Thailand

    A man working in a Chachoengsao rubber plantation was hospitalised after being attacked by a wild elephant during the night, prompting safety warnings. Emergency services were called to the plantation near the border of Ban Thung Hiang and Ban Nangam villages in Sanam Chai Khet district today, September 23. The scene, cloaked in darkness, was fraught with danger as rescuers…

  • Pattaya NewsKorean scam gang in Pattaya busted for 478 million baht fraud haul | Thaiger

    Korean scam gang in Pattaya busted for 478 million baht fraud haul

    South Korean police dismantled a syndicate based in Pattaya, accused of running online scams that defrauded victims of millions through fake schemes. The group allegedly scammed nearly 900 victims out of 21 billion Korean won (US$15 million or 478 million baht). South Korean police confirmed yesterday, September 22, that 25 suspects from the group, known as the Longge Company, have…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket underpass chaos as 15-car crash halts traffic | Thaiger

    Phuket underpass chaos as 15-car crash halts traffic

    A multi-car crash in a Phuket underpass left one person injured and caused hours of traffic disruption as police and rescue teams rushed to the scene. The crash happened at around midday yesterday, September 22, in the Darasamutr Intersection underpass, prompting a large police and emergency response. Wichit Police confirmed that 15 vehicles were damaged in the collision, though no…

  • Tourism NewsTAT woos Chinese tourists with stars and shopping perks | Thaiger

    TAT woos Chinese tourists with stars and shopping perks

    Thailand has launched a tourism campaign to attract more Chinese visitors, enlisting popular actors and offering perks as part of cultural celebrations. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched the Nihao Month initiative this month, running until the Chinese New Year in 2026. The campaign marks the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese relations and is timed to capture visitor traffic…

  • Central Thailand NewsFugitive gunman caught in central Thailand after years on run | Thaiger

    Fugitive gunman caught in central Thailand after years on run

    Highway police in central Thailand arrested a fugitive wanted for murder, shootings and theft after years on the run, following a routine checkpoint stop. The Central Investigation Bureau confirmed that highway police arrested the suspect, a Thai national named Harris, at a traffic checkpoint on Rama II Road in Pak Tho District. Officers discovered he was wanted under an arrest…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya man beaten unconscious after row over filming | Thaiger

    Pattaya man beaten unconscious after row over filming

    A young man visiting Pattaya was left critically injured after being attacked on a street when an argument over filming escalated into a violent assault. The brutal assault happened in the early hours of yesterday, September 22, behind the Tukcom Mall building in South Pattaya. Police said the incident appeared to stem from a heated dispute that escalated when the…

  • Politics NewsPeople’s Party slams backroom deal rumours on lese majeste case | Thaiger

    People’s Party slams backroom deal rumours on lese majeste case

    The People’s Party leader denied claims his party struck a secret deal with Bhumjaithai to protect MPs under investigation over lese majeste. The controversy centres on 44 lawmakers who were previously members of the dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP) before joining the People’s Party. They are currently under investigation for allegedly pushing to amend Section 112 of the Criminal Code,…

  • Pattaya NewsChicken vendor horrified by pervert on scooter in Pattaya | Thaiger

    Chicken vendor horrified by pervert on scooter in Pattaya

    A young vendor in Pattaya reported being harassed when a male customer on a scooter exposed himself while ordering food at her roadside chicken stall. The disturbing encounter occurred on Sunday, September 21, at around 5pm, when the 23 year old woman, referred to as Nan for privacy, was working at her “shaken chicken” stall along the road between Rong…

  • Bangkok NewsDealers caught hiding drugs in pants and shoes in Bangkok | Thaiger

    Dealers caught hiding drugs in pants and shoes in Bangkok

    Police in Bangkok arrested three suspected dealers during a late-night raid after finding drugs hidden in underwear and shoes at a dormitory. At 1am today, September 23, police from the Metropolitan Police Bureau’s Crime Suppression Division swooped on a dormitory in Lat Phrao, following a tip-off about suspicious food delivery riders. The bust netted three suspects, identified as 29 year…

  • Aviation NewsThai airlines warn of looming pilot shortage crisis | Thaiger

    Thai airlines warn of looming pilot shortage crisis

    Thailand’s aviation sector faces a looming pilot shortage as airlines expand fleets while many licensed pilots remain unable to return to duty. Vietjet Thailand CEO Woranate Laprabang said more than half of Thai pilots cannot return to work because they are unable to renew their licences. Pilots are required to regularly fly to maintain type ratings and must also undergo…

  • Pattaya NewsMyanmar worker battered in late-night Pattaya brawl | Thaiger

    Myanmar worker battered in late-night Pattaya brawl

    A violent late-night clash in Pattaya saw a group of Myanmar workers attack one man, leaving him hospitalised as police launched an investigation. The incident erupted around 3.40am on Sunday, September 21, in Soi VC, near the end of the street outside a Myanmar restaurant. Images of the fight were quickly shared on local social media pages, fuelling heated debate…

  • Politics NewsBhumjaithai bets big on Phuket with 3 fresh candidates | Thaiger

    Bhumjaithai bets big on Phuket with 3 fresh candidates

    The Bhumjaithai Party has announced three candidates who will contest Phuket constituencies in the next general election as it targets seats in the South. The move is part of the party’s ambitious drive to capture 30 seats across South Thailand. At a press conference yesterday, September 22, senior party figure Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn joined Supachai Jaisamut, Bhumjaithai’s legal team leader, to…

  • Bangkok News25 year old foreign woman falls to death at Bangkok hotel | Thaiger

    25 year old foreign woman falls to death at Bangkok hotel

    A 25 year old foreign woman died after falling from a hotel balcony in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area, with police launching an investigation into the incident. The incident took place at around 2.30am today, September 20, in the Sukhumvit area of Wattana district. Police Lieutenant Chakrapong Pitakgornsakul of Lumpini Police Station received reports of the fall and dispatched officers to the…

  • South Thailand NewsSongkhla puppy killer hunted with 20k reward on offer | Thaiger

    Songkhla puppy killer hunted with 20k reward on offer

    Police and animal welfare groups in Songkhla are investigating after three puppies were found brutally killed in a plantation, prompting outrage and a reward offer. A disturbing case of animal cruelty has shaken communities in Songkhla after three puppies were found gruesomely killed in a rubber plantation near the Prue To-Thung Ngai road in Thung Yai, Hat Yai district. Animal…

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