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 News7 Phuket cannabis shops shut down in crackdown blitz

    7 Phuket cannabis shops shut down in crackdown blitz

    A major cannabis crackdown has rocked Phuket’s Cherng Talay area after officials swooped in and shut down seven shops caught flouting regulations in broad daylight. The Thalang District Office wasted no time ordering the immediate suspension of licences following a coordinated raid that exposed a litany of offences, ranging from illegal sales to on-site smoking. The operation unfolded yesterday, July…

  • Thailand NewsOutgoing minister Phumtham approves submarine deal before exit

    Outgoing minister Phumtham approves submarine deal before exit

    Outgoing Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai confirmed he approved the long-delayed submarine procurement deal before leaving office, marking it as one of his final decisions. The agreement awaits placement on the Cabinet agenda for final endorsement. Following a farewell ceremony at the ministry yesterday, July 2, Phumtham stated that the deal was signed before the end of last month in his…

  • Thailand NewsJealous ex-soldier guns down love rival in Phitsanulok attack

    Jealous ex-soldier guns down love rival in Phitsanulok attack

    A jealous ex-soldier turned a quiet evening into a scene of horror when he stormed into a Phitsanulok home and gunned down his ex-wife’s new husband in a fit of rage. The shocking incident unfolded at 8pm yesterday, July 2, in Ban Nakham, Mueang Ban Yang, Wat Bot district. Police are now on a manhunt for the armed fugitive who…

  • Thailand NewsSpeeding rider dies in horror crash with parked van in Nonthaburi

    Speeding rider dies in horror crash with parked van in Nonthaburi

    A late-night ride ended in tragedy when a 33 year old man lost his life after slamming his speeding Vespa into the back of a parked van in Nonthaburi province. The horrific crash took place at 2.30am today, July 3, on the Bang Kruai-Sai Noi Road, near the entrance to Lapawan Village 7 in Bang Rak Phatthana subdistrict, Bang Bua…

  • Bangkok NewsBhumjaithai considers no-confidence debate amid PM suspension

    Bhumjaithai considers no-confidence debate amid PM suspension

    The Bhumjaithai Party stated that the no-confidence debate motion against the government remains under consideration following the suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Ubon Ratchathani MP and party spokesperson Nan Boonthida Somchai reported on the party’s participation in the opposition whips meeting yesterday, July 2, after Bhumjaithai recently left the ruling coalition. Nan explained that six Bhumjaithai MPs attended the…

  • Thailand NewsGoogle accused of ‘fake maps’ in Thailand-Cambodia temple spat

    Google accused of ‘fake maps’ in Thailand-Cambodia temple spat

    A fresh row has erupted over ancient ruins straddling the Thai-Cambodian border, after the Royal Thai Army (RTA) slammed Google Maps for allegedly “misleading the world” about the true ownership of the historic Ta Muen Thom temple. The RTA insists the ancient site in Surin province belongs to Thailand and blasted the popular mapping service for showing it as Cambodian territory.…

  • Bangkok NewsPeople’s Party backs new interim PM without joining coalition

    People’s Party backs new interim PM without joining coalition

    The People’s Party (PP) expressed its willingness to support the election of a new prime minister without joining the governing coalition, provided that the succeeding administration serves solely as a temporary government. This interim government would be tasked with organising a General Election and conducting a public referendum to establish a Constitution Drafting Assembly (CDA) for rewriting the charter. The…

  • Thailand NewsNonthaburi monk rescued after wheelchair falls into canal

    Nonthaburi monk rescued after wheelchair falls into canal

    A heroic rescue took place in Nonthaburi province after a one-legged monk was left stranded in a roadside canal when his electric wheelchair tipped over during his morning alms round. The incident, which occurred near Wat Masong school in Thaweewattana subdistrict, sparked widespread sympathy after it was revealed that the 57 year old, Phra Vichai Saetang, has been a dedicated…

  • Thailand NewsLegal battle intensifies over Paetongtarn’s audio scandal

    Legal battle intensifies over Paetongtarn’s audio scandal

    Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s temporary suspension from duties as prime minister following a decision by the Constitutional Court, could have significant political consequences in the future. The court yesterday, July 1, voted 7-2 to accept a petition filed by senators seeking her removal, based on an audio clip allegedly featuring a conversation between Paetongtarn and former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen. The…

  • Koh Samui NewsAustrian tourist dies after falling down stairs in Koh Samui hotel

    Austrian tourist dies after falling down stairs in Koh Samui hotel

    A tragic incident unfolded in Koh Samui early this morning, leaving a 45 year old Austrian tourist dead after falling down stairs in a hotel. The fatal accident occurred today, July 2, when Bo Phut Police Station, Surat Thani province, received an urgent report from the 191 centre at around 5am. The foreigner was found lifeless at the scene of…

  • Bangkok NewsStudent survives bus collision at Bangkok pedestrian crossing (video)

    Student survives bus collision at Bangkok pedestrian crossing (video)

    A university student in Bangkok is lucky to be alive after being run down by a bus while crossing the road via a zebra crossing. The horrifying incident, captured on a nearby surveillance camera, quickly went viral after being shared online. Despite being hurled several metres from the point of impact, the young woman survived the crash and is now…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya’s tourist shift: Indian influx sparks debate on future

    Pattaya’s tourist shift: Indian influx sparks debate on future

    As July rolls in, Pattaya’s tourism officials are pinning their hopes on the co-payment programme, also known as the Half-Half travel scheme, focusing on the domestic market as international travel slows during the low season. With fewer long-haul visitors expected, Thai families on school break, along with an increasing influx of regional travellers, particularly from the Indian subcontinent, are being…

  • Koh Samui NewsSpanish family rescued after boat capsizes off Koh Samui

    Spanish family rescued after boat capsizes off Koh Samui

    A terrifying incident unfolded off the coast of Koh Samui as a tourist boat carrying a Spanish family of four capsized and sank in the middle of the sea. Fortunately, quick-thinking rescuers saved the family after they were left floating helplessly in the water. The incident occurred yesterday, July 1 at around 11.30am, as a long-tailed boat carrying a group…

  • Thailand NewsTemple raid: Monks busted for meth use in central Thailand

    Temple raid: Monks busted for meth use in central Thailand

    Two young monks in Phetchaburi province have been arrested for consuming methamphetamine inside a temple’s monk quarters. The incident, which has left the local community stunned, occurred yesterday, July 1, when police in Khao Yoi district, in collaboration with local officials, raided the temple after receiving intelligence reports about the monks’ involvement in drug use. The operation was led by Police…

  • Thailand NewsChiang Mai woman hits 60 million baht lottery jackpot

    Chiang Mai woman hits 60 million baht lottery jackpot

    A woman from the Tai Yai community in Chiang Mai has become an instant millionaire, winning a staggering 60 million baht after securing 10 first-prize lottery tickets with the number 949246. The life-changing win came during the lottery draw yesterday, July 1, and the lucky winner celebrated her newfound wealth with friends in the Wiang Haeng district. The lucky woman,…

  • Phuket NewsThalang thief caught red-handed with stolen bike hidden in room

    Thalang thief caught red-handed with stolen bike hidden in room

    A man has been arrested in Thalang after being caught hiding a stolen motorbike inside his room just hours after it was reported missing. The theft unfolded yesterday, July 1, when police swooped in on 38 year old Supachai Kaewplod at his residence in the Keha U-Athorn housing estate in Srisoonthorn. The arrest was led by Police Colonel Nikorn Chuthong,…

  • Thailand NewsPlayStation teams up with BLACKPINK’s Lisa for epic teaser (video)

    PlayStation teams up with BLACKPINK’s Lisa for epic teaser (video)

    Hold onto your controllers, gamers! PlayStation has just dropped a teaser clip featuring none other than the world-renowned Thai artist Lisa Manobal from BLACKPINK, and fans are buzzing with excitement. The collaboration is leaving many wondering if this is just the beginning of a thrilling partnership between the gaming giant and the global music icon. The teaser, which showcases Lisa’s…

  • Business NewsThai Cabinet expands eligibility for ‘You Fight, We Help’ debt relief

    Thai Cabinet expands eligibility for ‘You Fight, We Help’ debt relief

    Thailand is extending a lifeline to millions of debtors, expanding the eligibility for the popular “You Fight, We Help” debt relief initiative. The crucial change will allow debtors with arrears ranging from just one day to those overdue by more than a year to access vital assistance. To provide broader support, the Cabinet approved a revised framework that now includes…

  • Business NewsThailand hotels face delays in 1.7 billion baht subsidy scheme

    Thailand hotels face delays in 1.7 billion baht subsidy scheme

    Hotel operators in Thailand are experiencing delays in the approval process for the initial phase of the 1.7 billion baht co-payment scheme, while some online travel agents (OTAs) are offering prices lower than those under the government’s subsidy. The scheme, aimed at local tourists, opened registration for the public yesterday, July 1, after hotels were able to register since June…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket boosts security with 98 million baht ‘Phuket Eye’ expansion

    Phuket boosts security with 98 million baht ‘Phuket Eye’ expansion

    Phuket is about to get a major security upgrade as local officials unveil plans to expand the “Phuket Eye” initiative, a groundbreaking security model aimed at making the island safer. With crime suppression, tourist safety, and traffic management as top priorities, the initiative promises to bring peace of mind to both residents and visitors. Police Major General Sinlert Sukhum, a…

  • Thailand NewsThailand eyes alcohol law reform to boost tourism and safety

    Thailand eyes alcohol law reform to boost tourism and safety

    The Thai Ministry of Public Health anticipates the review of a new bill, which proposes amendments to the Alcohol Control Act 2008, to conclude later this month, according to Minister Somsak Thepsutin. This legislation aims to eliminate outdated military-era sales restrictions, ease advertising curbs, and introduce stricter regulations, including increased fines for selling alcohol to minors. The House of Representatives approved…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok minimum wage hits 400 baht: Boost for 700,000 workers

    Bangkok minimum wage hits 400 baht: Boost for 700,000 workers

    A historic pay boost is on the horizon for Bangkok’s workers, as the government acknowledges a major wage hike that will benefit hundreds of thousands. The Cabinet has officially confirmed a significant increase in Bangkok’s minimum wage, with the daily rate set to rise to 400 baht starting July 1. The wage increase, which will benefit approximately 700,000 workers, was…

  • Thailand NewsHelicopter tail number sparks lottery frenzy in Udon Thani

    Helicopter tail number sparks lottery frenzy in Udon Thani

    A helicopter landing in Udon Thani has sent lottery fever into overdrive, with residents betting on a number they believe will lead them to fortune. Excitement is mounting in Udon Thani as lottery enthusiasts eagerly await today’s draw, all eyes on the tail number of a helicopter that has taken the town by storm. The focus is on the army…

  • Thailand News15 Chinese arrested in northern Thailand luxury home raid for scam

    15 Chinese arrested in northern Thailand luxury home raid for scam

    A significant police operation in Hang Dong, a district in northern Thailand, led to the arrest of 15 Chinese nationals and two Myanmar workers linked to an online scam network. Provincial Region 5 police conducted a raid on a luxury residence in the Ban Waen area of the district today, July 1, after receiving information that the house was being…

  • Thailand NewsBroke British dad busted smuggling £100k cannabis from Thailand

    Broke British dad busted smuggling £100k cannabis from Thailand

    A cash-strapped dad who feared for his life tried to smuggle £100,000-worth (around 4.47 million baht) of cannabis from Thailand — but his secret haul was busted by airport officers. Jason Horne, a 24 year old dad from Rycroft Avenue, Dringhouses in York, northeast England, narrowly avoided an immediate prison sentence after admitting he tried to import huge quantities of…

  • Thailand NewsJobless win big as Thailand ups unemployment payouts

    Jobless win big as Thailand ups unemployment payouts

    Thailand’s workers are set to get a bigger lifeline as the Labour Ministry rolls out more generous unemployment benefits. The Labour Ministry officially approved higher unemployment compensation rates, offering fresh relief to insured employees under Thailand’s social security system. Marasri Jairangsi, Secretary General of the Social Security Office (SSO), confirmed that a new ministerial regulation took effect on Saturday, June…

  • Thailand NewsThaksin faces court over monarchy remarks in closed-door trial

    Thaksin faces court over monarchy remarks in closed-door trial

    Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appeared at the Criminal Court on Ratchadapisek Road today as prosecutors began presenting witnesses in his high-profile lese majeste case. The proceedings mark the first witness hearings since charges were filed accusing Thaksin of insulting the monarchy under Section 112 of the Penal Code and breaching the Computer Crime Act. The case centres on a…

  • Bangkok NewsTransport minister takes over as audio scandal topples Paetongtarn

    Transport minister takes over as audio scandal topples Paetongtarn

    Thailand was thrown into political upheaval today as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was abruptly suspended over a leaked audio scandal, paving the way for Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit to seize the top job — at least for now. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Suriya, a senior figure in the Pheu Thai Party, has been appointed acting PM following…

  • Thailand News‘Half-Half’ travel scheme crashes, leaving thousands in limbo

    ‘Half-Half’ travel scheme crashes, leaving thousands in limbo

    The launch of the government’s eagerly awaited Half-Half Thai Travel programme descended into chaos this morning after both key registration platforms suffered catastrophic failures within minutes of going live. At 8am today, July 1, hopeful holidaymakers logged on to the Amazing Thailand app to secure discounted accommodation entitlements, but were instantly met with error messages reading, “An error occurred. Something…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya ready for tourist boom as ‘Half-Half’ travel freebies launch

    Pattaya ready for tourist boom as ‘Half-Half’ travel freebies launch

    Pattaya’s tourism industry is bracing for a vibrant mid-year comeback, thanks to the government’s latest initiative designed to boost domestic travel and spending. The Thai Half-Half Travel programme officially opens for bookings today, July 1, with travel taking off on July 4. Under the scheme, holidaymakers can bag up to 3,000 baht per night in government subsidies to make stays…