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 Weather UpdatesThailand braces for another week of heavy rain and strong winds | Thaiger

    Thailand braces for another week of heavy rain and strong winds

    Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall across Thailand, with strong winds expected in the Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand from today to next Thursday. Many regions, including northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and western southern Thailand, are expected to experience significant rainfall due to a monsoon trough and a strong…

  • Thailand NewsZika fear grips Thailand amid rainy season spike | Thaiger

    Zika fear grips Thailand amid rainy season spike

    Thailand is on red alert as the Zika virus spreads rapidly through the rainy season, with pregnant women warned they could face devastating consequences if infected. Health officials have sounded the alarm after a spike in cases was reported across three provinces – Bangkok, Phayao, and Maha Sarakham – urging residents to take immediate precautions. The Department of Disease Control…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya motorbike taxi driver found dead in apartment | Thaiger

    Pattaya motorbike taxi driver found dead in apartment

    Pattaya was rocked by a tragic late-night discovery when a local motorcycle taxi driver was found dead in his apartment, shocking his community and leaving his wife devastated. The grim scene unfolded at 1.06am today, July 18, when the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit received a call about a body found in a room at an unnamed apartment block on…

  • Cannabis NewsBrit mum busted in Munich drug sting after Thailand detour | Thaiger

    Brit mum busted in Munich drug sting after Thailand detour

    A British mum has been charged after she was reportedly caught smuggling cannabis from Thailand to Germany, becoming the latest in a troubling wave of young UK nationals caught in overseas weed crackdowns. Cameron Bradford, a 21 year old from Knebworth, Hertfordshire, is facing serious charges in Germany after being arrested at Munich Airport on April 22. Immigration officers declared…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya mob attack: Bolt driver beaten by gang of 30 | Thaiger

    Pattaya mob attack: Bolt driver beaten by gang of 30

    Pattaya’s nightlife turned violent in the early hours of today when a Bolt driver was viciously attacked by a mob of more than 30 people, leaving tourists and bar staff in shock. The savage assault unfolded at 3.36am today, July 18, along Pattaya Second Road near Soi 10, where police responded to frantic calls about a mass brawl. Officers arrived…

  • Thailand NewsPaetongtarn visits rangers hurt in Ubon border blast | Thaiger

    Paetongtarn visits rangers hurt in Ubon border blast

    What began as a routine patrol near the Thai-Cambodian border ended in a bloody blast, leaving one soldier without a leg and two others wounded. Now, Thailand’s Prime Minister and Culture Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is stepping in to deliver more than just sympathy—she’s promising action. Today, July 18, Paetongtarn travelled to Sapphasitprasong Camp Hospital in- Ubon Ratchathani province to visit…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok woman choked by foreigner in 7-Eleven fights for justice (video) | Thaiger

    Bangkok woman choked by foreigner in 7-Eleven fights for justice (video)

    A late-night milk run turned into a nightmare for one Bangkok woman, choked by a stranger in a 7-Eleven, dismissed by police, and left fearing for her safety. But she’s not staying silent. In a harrowing incident that has sparked outrage online, a woman recounted how a quick trip to the 7-Eleven at Fortune Condo Narathiwas ended in a physical…

  • Bangkok NewsVietjet stuns with 0 baht fares on new Bangkok-Kolkata route | Thaiger

    Vietjet stuns with 0 baht fares on new Bangkok-Kolkata route

    Bargain-hunters, brace yourselves—VietJet Thailand is shaking up the skies again, this time with 0 baht fares to India. The budget airline has announced a jaw-dropping promotion to celebrate its brand-new direct route from Bangkok to Kolkata, launching this November. VietJet Thailand CEO Voranate Laprabang revealed that the new route is part of the carrier’s aggressive push to expand its international…

  • Thailand NewsThaksin plans to turn Thailand into a tech and aviation powerhouse | Thaiger

    Thaksin plans to turn Thailand into a tech and aviation powerhouse

    Thaksin Shinawatra is back in the spotlight—and he’s thinking big. The former PM has laid out an ambitious strategy to turn Thailand into a regional superhub for aviation, electric vehicles (EV), and green-powered data centres, in what he calls a “golden opportunity” for national transformation. In his recent public statement, Thaksin said Thailand is geographically primed to become ASEAN’s premier…

  • Thailand NewsUdon Thani man found dead after financial collapse | Thaiger

    Udon Thani man found dead after financial collapse

    A man was found dead outside his home in Udon Thani in a chilling scene that left neighbours and relatives shaken. The 54 year old, who reportedly lost millions and struggled with emotional despair after his divorce, left behind a haunting farewell note and five luxury watches. Police Lieutenant Sirichai Photichak from Udon Thani Police Station led officers and rescue…

  • Thailand NewsThailand hit by mental health spike and baby bust | Thaiger

    Thailand hit by mental health spike and baby bust

    Thailand’s facing a double dose of trouble—more people are battling mental health issues than ever before, while fewer babies are being born. Experts say it’s a social time bomb. The newly released Thai Health Report 2025, launched yesterday, July 17, by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and Mahidol University, paints a worrying picture of the nation’s emotional and demographic…

  • Thailand NewsTonnes of toxic beef haul uncovered in Pathum Thani | Thaiger

    Tonnes of toxic beef haul uncovered in Pathum Thani

    More than 41 tonnes of dodgy beef and organ meat—allegedly soaked in toxic formalin—have been seized from a cold storage warehouse in Pathum Thani, sparking fears over contaminated food in Bangkok’s markets. Acting on a tip-off, officers from the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD), in coordination with officials from the Livestock Development Department, raided a sprawling cold storage facility covering…

  • Thailand NewsContractor kills knife-wielding man in Trang shootout | Thaiger

    Contractor kills knife-wielding man in Trang shootout

    A knife-wielding man was shot dead in broad daylight on a village road in Trang province, after reportedly terrorising locals in a drug-fuelled outburst. The gunman was identified as a local contractor who claimed he was acting in self-defence. The incident unfolded yesterday, July 17, in Huai Yot district, when 40 year old Pathompong, a contractor, fatally shot 32 year…

  • Thailand NewsCharges urged against 229 over Thai Senate vote-rigging scandal | Thaiger

    Charges urged against 229 over Thai Senate vote-rigging scandal

    An investigative panel has urged charges against 229 people, including executives from the Bhumjaithai Party, related to allegations of extensive vote-rigging during Thailand’s Senate election last year. The Election Commission (EC) must now evaluate these findings to decide on further action, which might involve petitioning the Constitutional Court to disband the Bhumjaithai Party. The group of accused comprises 138 sitting…

  • Bangkok NewsChadchart warns 20 baht train plan could spark lawsuits | Thaiger

    Chadchart warns 20 baht train plan could spark lawsuits

    A feel-good fare cut could turn into a legal nightmare. Bangkok’s 20 baht train policy is under fire, again, not for what it promises passengers, but for what it could cost the city in court. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt urged the government to clarify its compensation plan under the second phase of the 20 baht maximum electric train fare policy.…

  • Thailand NewsLove feud sparks gunfight at Phatthalung sports event | Thaiger

    Love feud sparks gunfight at Phatthalung sports event

    What was meant to be a night of community celebration turned into a battleground, as a simmering love feud exploded in gunfire at a district sports event in the southern province of Phatthalung, leaving two teenagers fighting for their lives. Yesterday, July 17, officers from Pa Phayom Police Station responded to an emergency call reporting a shooting at the annual…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rainfall and strong winds sweep Thailand amidst storm | Thaiger

    Heavy rainfall and strong winds sweep Thailand amidst storm

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall across Thailand, with strong winds expected in the upper Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand in the coming week starting tomorrow. This announcement coincides with Tropical Storm Vipa intensifying. The alert, announced today, July 18, highlights that numerous areas of Thailand are expected…

  • Thailand NewsThailand booms as Hat Yai steals budget travel spotlight | Thaiger

    Thailand booms as Hat Yai steals budget travel spotlight

    Thailand continues to attract record-breaking numbers of tourists in 2025, with Chinese, Malaysian, and South Korean travellers leading the way. Meanwhile, Hat Yai is gaining traction as one of Asia’s most affordable and exciting travel hotspots. Agoda, one of Asia’s top digital travel platforms, has released fresh data showing Thailand continues to dominate regional tourism in the first half of…

  • Thailand NewsThailand pushes China to fast-track fruit and rice exports | Thaiger

    Thailand pushes China to fast-track fruit and rice exports

    Thailand is turning up the heat on China to help fast-track its tastiest exports—from sweet tamarinds to juicy pomelos—in a high-stakes trade push aimed at cracking the world’s biggest consumer market. The Ministry of Commerce is pulling out all the stops to promote Thailand’s prized Geographical Indication (GI) products in China, urging Beijing’s top trade agency to speed up the…

  • Pattaya NewsRussian teen busted for Pattaya pier graffiti | Thaiger

    Russian teen busted for Pattaya pier graffiti

    A 16 year old Russian boy has been caught red-handed after launching a midnight graffiti attack on Pattaya’s iconic Bali Hai Pier Overpass. In the early hours of today, July 17, Pattaya City’s Special Affairs Unit swooped in on the teen, identified only as Dobrynia, as he vandalised the structure with spray paint. The sharp-eyed officer spotted the youth in…

  • Hua Hin NewsBoom in the bin: Hua Hin rocked by live grenade and C4 find | Thaiger

    Boom in the bin: Hua Hin rocked by live grenade and C4 find

    Rubbish collectors got more than they bargained for when a pile of deadly military explosives was discovered beside a bin in Hua Hin, sparking a full-scale bomb squad operation and a police investigation that’s now gripping the quiet coastal town. At around 11.30am yesterday, July 16, police were alerted by a concerned resident who spotted a suspicious object dumped next…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya cops rescue Russians with highway bike push | Thaiger

    Pattaya cops rescue Russians with highway bike push

    Two stranded Russian tourists were left stunned—and grateful—after a team of Pattaya police officers came to their rescue in one of the city’s more unusual displays of public service: pushing a broken-down motorbike through traffic with nothing but a boot and big hearts. The drama unfolded around 9.40am yesterday, July 16, when the couple’s motorbike battery unexpectedly died right in…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket governor wins top honour for anti-drug crusade | Thaiger

    Phuket governor wins top honour for anti-drug crusade

    Phuket’s top official just bagged a royal seal of approval—and a national spotlight—for leading the fight against drugs. Governor Sophon Suwannarat has been crowned with the coveted Outstanding Governor award for his role in championing the To be Number One campaign, a youth-focused anti-drug initiative that’s making waves across Thailand. The award was handed out during the star-studded To be Number…

  • Thailand NewsUbon manhunt after machete attack leaves girl, 4, blind | Thaiger

    Ubon manhunt after machete attack leaves girl, 4, blind

    Police in Det Udom district announced a manhunt for a suspect involved in the attack on a four year old girl, which left her blind. The suspect has a criminal record with over 10 drug-related cases. The incident occurred on June 28 in Ubon Ratchathani province. Ekaphop Luangprasert, the owner of the Saimai Must Survive Facebook page, visited Ubon Ratchathani…

  • Thailand NewsFamily scoops 6 million baht jackpot in Thai lottery | Thaiger

    Family scoops 6 million baht jackpot in Thai lottery

    The tranquil village of Ban Yang Noi in Surin province erupted in joyous celebration as news broke of a staggering 6 million baht lottery win that has forever altered the destiny of Ta Noi and Yai Phon and their loved ones. The air was thick with anticipation yesterday, July 16, as families across Thailand tuned in for the much-awaited government…

  • Thailand NewsHidden Buddha statues unearthed in Laos temple dig | Thaiger

    Hidden Buddha statues unearthed in Laos temple dig

    A stunning historical discovery has shaken the district of Champasak in southern Laos, where 70 centuries-old Buddha images were unearthed beneath Vat Meuang Kang temple during restoration work. The sacred stash was found buried just 45 centimetres underground in a large jar, as workers dug the foundation for the temple’s manuscript repository on Monday, July 14. According to Lao National…

  • Phuket NewsUAE island fever: Phuket and Madagascar top wishlist | Thaiger

    UAE island fever: Phuket and Madagascar top wishlist

    Island fever is sweeping the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with travellers trading city breaks for sun-soaked escapes like Phuket. Expedia’s 2025 Island Hot List reveals a 30% global spike in demand for tropical getaways, and UAE holidaymakers are leading the charge, craving culture-packed, nature-filled trips that go beyond beach loungers and cocktails. According to Expedia’s latest insights, UAE travellers are…

  • Bangkok NewsAirAsia spreads its wings with new Bangkok–Hai Phong route | Thaiger

    AirAsia spreads its wings with new Bangkok–Hai Phong route

    AirAsia has officially launched its brand-new direct route between Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport and the northern Vietnamese city of Hai Phong, offering four flights a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. To mark the inaugural journey, vibrant welcome events were held at both Don Mueang and Hai Phong International Airport, with excited passengers greeted by celebratory activities and…

  • Bangkok NewsTuk tuk blitz nets 800 drivers in Bangkok mall clampdown | Thaiger

    Tuk tuk blitz nets 800 drivers in Bangkok mall clampdown

    More than 800 tuk tuk drivers have been busted for clogging traffic outside Bangkok’s busiest malls in just the first half of July, as police ramp up efforts to clear key roads of the iconic but unruly three-wheeled rides. Police Colonel Sirichat Chanpromma of Pathumwan Police Station confirmed that from July 1 to 15, a staggering 824 tuk tuks were…

  • Thailand NewsState Railway of Thailand ticket system shutdown for upgrades | Thaiger

    State Railway of Thailand ticket system shutdown for upgrades

    The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) announced a temporary shutdown of its ticketing and seat reservation system, known as D-Ticket, which was scheduled for today from 12.30am to 1.30am. This maintenance aimed to enhance service efficiency. The SRT has apologised for any inconvenience caused by this temporary suspension. The system underwent improvements to further develop its capabilities today, July 17,…