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 NewsFormer Bangkok governor sworn in as new party-list MP | Thaiger

    Former Bangkok governor sworn in as new party-list MP

    A familiar face is back in politics after a high-profile former Bangkok governor took the oath as one of three new MPs sworn into Thailand’s House of Representatives this week. The appointments were officially confirmed in the Royal Gazette on Tuesday, September 9, following recent resignations that left vacant party-list seats in the Pheu Thai and United Thai Nation (UTN)…

  • Phuket NewsU-turn project slashes road deaths to zero in Phuket | Thaiger

    U-turn project slashes road deaths to zero in Phuket

    A road safety project in Phuket has transformed a dangerous highway, cutting fatalities to zero in a key area through joint efforts by local and international partners. The dramatic turnaround stems from the Safe & Seamless U-Turn initiative launched on Thepkrasattri Road (Route 402), Phuket’s busiest and most notorious thoroughfare, renowned for its deadly crashes and congestion. Formally handed over…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand on flood alert as monsoon brings heavy downpours | Thaiger

    Thailand on flood alert as monsoon brings heavy downpours

    Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has warned of heavy rain, flash floods and rough seas as the monsoon brings thunderstorms across multiple regions. The monsoon trough remains active over the North and upper Northeast, while moderate southwesterly winds prevail over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf. According to the TMD, thunderstorms are expected nationwide with isolated heavy rainfall in northern…

  • Phuket NewsTourist rescued after ignoring red flags at Karon Beach | Thaiger

    Tourist rescued after ignoring red flags at Karon Beach

    A reckless tourist nearly paid the ultimate price after ignoring red flags at Phuket’s Karon Beach, only to be dragged out by powerful monsoon waves. The incident unfolded yesterday morning, September 10, when lifeguards raised red flags to warn beachgoers against swimming due to strong waves and dangerous currents. Despite the clear warning signs, a foreign man decided to swim…

  • Thailand NewsBritish YouTuber’s Thailand trip derailed by Nepal riot chaos (video) | Thaiger

    British YouTuber’s Thailand trip derailed by Nepal riot chaos (video)

    A British YouTuber travelling from Thailand to the UK by motorbike was caught filming violent protests in Nepal, with his video going viral worldwide.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Harry’s video racked up more than 4 million views in just one day. Best known for his channel We Hate The Cold,…

  • Pattaya NewsTeen gang attacks Bolt driver in late-night Pattaya ambush | Thaiger

    Teen gang attacks Bolt driver in late-night Pattaya ambush

    A group of teenagers armed with knives and bats attacked two young men near a Pattaya housing estate at night, prompting a police investigation. The attack happened at around 10.30pm yesterday, September 10, near Thepprasit Community Housing, when a group of seven to eight teenagers targeted 25 year old Bolt driver Suthat Suebsakul and his friend, 20 year old Supachok…

  • Thailand NewsThailand lifts afternoon booze ban to boost restaurants | Thaiger

    Thailand lifts afternoon booze ban to boost restaurants

    Thailand has lifted its decades-old afternoon alcohol ban, a move welcomed by restaurants that expect higher sales and a boost to tourism and the economy. Today, September 11, Sorathep Rojpojchanarat, president of the Restaurant Business Association and honorary adviser to the Thailand Hostel Association, praised the move and thanked both the former administration and opposition parties for “listening to the…

  • World News24 years on: Unseen 9/11 video archive unveiled in New York (video) | Thaiger

    24 years on: Unseen 9/11 video archive unveiled in New York (video)

    On the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a vast archive of unseen footage is set to reshape how future generations understand the tragedy. The New York Public Library has acquired what is believed to be the largest video collection of the attacks and their aftermath, filmed and gathered by documentary makers Steven Rosenbaum and Pamela Yoder. In the…

  • Phuket NewsPatong cops save stranded driver who ran out of petrol | Thaiger

    Patong cops save stranded driver who ran out of petrol

    Police in Patong rushed to help a stranded motorist whose car had broken down on a busy road late at night, stepping in to manage traffic and get him moving again. At 11.15pm yesterday, September 10, Patong Police received a call about a broken-down vehicle blocking the outbound road from Patong near the well-known shrine on Khao Patong. Senior officers,…

  • Pattaya NewsBritish tourist left bleeding after Pattaya bust-up with pal | Thaiger

    British tourist left bleeding after Pattaya bust-up with pal

    A British man was injured with a badly cut ear in a late-night fight with a friend on Pattaya’s Beach Road, prompting a police response and emergency medical treatment. At 11.30pm yesterday, September 10, Pattaya City Police were alerted to a disturbance near the Dongtan Police Substation on Jomtien Beach Road. The clash, which broke out outside a restaurant, quickly…

  • Thailand News1 in 3 Thai teens exposed to online sexual content, study finds | Thaiger

    1 in 3 Thai teens exposed to online sexual content, study finds

    A new study has found that one in three Thai teenagers has come across sexual content online, raising concerns about youth safety in the digital world. The report, titled Leaked: Understanding and Addressing Self-Generated Sexual Content Involving Young People in Thailand, was carried out by research group Evident and the HUG Project, with support from the World Childhood Foundation. Researchers…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya flat gutted after rice cooker triggers fire | Thaiger

    Pattaya flat gutted after rice cooker triggers fire

    A fire broke out in a Pattaya apartment late at night, forcing residents to evacuate as emergency crews rushed to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. Emergency services rushed to the scene just before midnight on Tuesday, September 9, after flames were seen pouring from a room inside a three-storey apartment block in Soi Pattaya Tai, next to the…

  • Bangkok NewsDoctor suspects zookeeper’s lion death may be suicide | Thaiger

    Doctor suspects zookeeper’s lion death may be suicide

    A man was killed by lions at a Bangkok safari park while tourists looked on, in what a doctor suspects may have been a shocking case of suicide. The incident took place around 11.30am yesterday, September 10, at Safari World, a popular wildlife attraction. The victim, 58 year old Jian, was attacked by lions moments after stepping out of his…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon mayhem looms with storms and floods in Thailand | Thaiger

    Monsoon mayhem looms with storms and floods in Thailand

    Thailand faces heavy rain, flash flood risks, and rough seas as the monsoon continues to impact multiple regions, prompting warnings from officials. The active monsoon trough remains across the North and upper Northeast, while moderate southwesterly winds persist over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf. Isolated heavy rainfall is expected across the upper regions. Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) cautions…

  • Business NewsGrab backs Thai co-payment scheme to boost food sector | Thaiger

    Grab backs Thai co-payment scheme to boost food sector

    Food delivery companies have voiced support for a government plan to revive a co-payment scheme aimed at boosting restaurant sales and the wider economy. Industry leaders say the programme, previously credited with boosting small restaurant sales by up to five times, could offer vital relief as the economy slows. Chantsuda Thananitayaudom, managing director of Grab Thailand, confirmed the company’s full…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya to issue sea walker permits to protect marine life | Thaiger

    Pattaya to issue sea walker permits to protect marine life

    Pattaya will become the first Thai city to issue sea walker permits, aiming to regulate the activity, protect marine life, and ensure tourist safety. Launching next month, the move aims to strike a balance between marine conservation and sustainable tourism, as the underwater activity gains popularity with tourists around the world. Sea walker tourism lets visitors walk on the seabed…

  • Politics NewsPM Anutin reveals billions in assets, private jets and antiques | Thaiger

    PM Anutin reveals billions in assets, private jets and antiques

    Thailand’s new prime minister has declared billions in personal assets, revealing luxury items and raising questions about wealth and political influence. PM Anutin Charnvirakul has disclosed assets amounting to 3.9 billion baht, which include three private jets, two speedboats, and a luxury property in Bangkok. Among his assets, the former construction magnate also listed 1.09 billion baht in cash and…

  • Aviation NewsThailand flies high with top marks in aviation safety audit | Thaiger

    Thailand flies high with top marks in aviation safety audit

    Thailand passed a major international aviation audit, earning praise for its safety standards and oversight after a thorough inspection by a global body. The kingdom has passed a comprehensive audit by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), earning global praise for its aviation oversight and safety standards. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) confirmed that Thailand scored an impressive…

  • Pattaya NewsRocks removed from Pattaya’s hidden beach over safety fears | Thaiger

    Rocks removed from Pattaya’s hidden beach over safety fears

    A beach cleanup was launched in Pattaya after rocks scattered along the shoreline raised safety concerns for tourists visiting the popular coastal spot. At 10am on Monday, September 8, Pattaya’s mayor led an urgent cleanup operation to protect beachgoers at one of the city’s most scenic stretches. The rocky hazards, reported by locals, had been putting tourists at risk while…

  • Politics NewsThaksin begins 1 year sentence at Bangkok’s Klong Prem Prison | Thaiger

    Thaksin begins 1 year sentence at Bangkok’s Klong Prem Prison

    Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has officially begun serving his one-year prison sentence at Klong Prem Central Prison in Bangkok following a Supreme Court ruling. The 76 year old billionaire was initially committed to Bangkok Remand Prison in Chatuchak district before his transfer. Yesterday evening, September 9, Thaksin was moved to Klong Prem after completing admission procedures at the remand…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok warns of rabies outbreak in multiple districts | Thaiger

    Bangkok warns of rabies outbreak in multiple districts

    Bangkok officials have issued a rabies warning in multiple districts after several animals tested positive, urging residents to avoid stray animals and stay alert. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Public Health Veterinary Office has identified a 5-kilometre alert zone around Soi Chaloem Prakiat Rama 9 Soi 49, Chaloem Prakiat Rama 9 Road in Nong Bon subdistrict, Prawet district, Bangkok. Residents and…

  • Pattaya NewsGiant python captured after terrorising Pattaya footpath | Thaiger

    Giant python captured after terrorising Pattaya footpath

    Officers in Pattaya captured a giant python on a city footpath after reports from locals and tourists, ensuring public safety and relocating the snake. At around 9am on Monday, September 8, Pattaya City Radio Centre received a report from concerned citizens about a large snake on the pathway. Officers from the Pattaya City Disaster Prevention Department were quickly dispatched to…

  • Politics NewsChina hails Anutin election, pledges closer ties with Thailand | Thaiger

    China hails Anutin election, pledges closer ties with Thailand

    China has congratulated Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as Thailand’s new prime minister, signalling its readiness to strengthen strategic and economic cooperation. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing aims to “carry forward traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation, and contribute to peace, stability and prosperity in the region.” The announcement highlights the close relationship between the two countries,…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket stages full-scale fire drill to boost city safety | Thaiger

    Phuket stages full-scale fire drill to boost city safety

    Phuket officials are preparing a full-scale fire drill at City Hall to train government agencies, volunteers, and the public in emergency response and safety. The exercise will see government agencies, volunteers, and private-sector partners join forces to simulate disaster response and enhance fire safety knowledge across the province. The drill is scheduled for today, September 10, at 1.30pm, with the…

  • Bangkok NewsBBC crew nearly arrested while filming Thailand documentary | Thaiger

    BBC crew nearly arrested while filming Thailand documentary

    A British TV presenter nearly faced arrest while filming a BBC documentary in Thailand exploring the country’s popular tourist spots and hidden dangers. Zara McDermott has revealed the terrifying moment she nearly got arrested in Thailand while filming her upcoming BBC documentary, Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise. The former Love Island star spoke about the ordeal at a London…

  • Aviation NewsThai AirAsia X launches Bangkok-Almaty flights from December | Thaiger

    Thai AirAsia X launches Bangkok-Almaty flights from December

    Thai AirAsia X is taking off into Central Asia with a new direct route from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering promotional fares starting at 6,690 baht. The airline’s first venture into the region aims to attract Thai travellers seeking visa-free trips, unique culture, and breathtaking natural scenery in a consistently cool climate. The service will operate four…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMore heavy rain and flash floods from monsoon to drench Thailand | Thaiger

    More heavy rain and flash floods from monsoon to drench Thailand

    Thailand faces widespread thunderstorms and heavy rain as the monsoon affects multiple regions, prompting warnings of flash floods and strong coastal waves. The Meteorological Department (TMD) warns residents to prepare for flash floods and water accumulation, particularly in low-lying areas and near foothills. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution, especially in areas prone to thundershowers, as waves in the…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s suicide rate climbs, foreigners among growing toll | Thaiger

    Thailand’s suicide rate climbs, foreigners among growing toll

    Thailand’s suicide rate has reached a concerning level, with over 5,200 lives lost to suicide last year, equating to about two deaths every hour. This makes Thailand the worst in Southeast Asia for suicide rates, far surpassing countries like the Philippines, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In comparison, countries like Russia and India have even worse statistics, with rates in double figures.…

  • Politics NewsPeople’s Party MP sentenced to 4 years for lese majeste, appeals | Thaiger

    People’s Party MP sentenced to 4 years for lese majeste, appeals

    A People’s Party MP has been sentenced to over two years in prison for lese majeste, with the court ruling she violated laws regarding defamation of the monarchy.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Chonthicha Jangrew, a People’s Party MP for Pathum Thani, has been handed a prison sentence of two years…

  • Hua Hin NewsHua Hin scoops clean air award at ASEAN environment summit | Thaiger

    Hua Hin scoops clean air award at ASEAN environment summit

    Hua Hin has been recognised for its clean air efforts, receiving the prestigious Clean Air for Small Cities award at the ASEAN level. The accolade puts the city on the map alongside Nakhon Si Thammarat and Pak Kret, both of which also received top environmental recognitions. Atichat Chaisri, Deputy Mayor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, attended the 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting…