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 salon owner shaken by gun-toting cop impersonator (video) | Thaiger

    Bangkok salon owner shaken by gun-toting cop impersonator (video)

    A Bangkok salon owner has called for police protection after a disturbing encounter with an armed man claiming to be a police officer outside her business. The owner, 39 year old Nisarat “Niko” Auayklang, was at her hair salon on Rat Burana Road when the frightening incident occurred around midday. According to her account, a stranger aged between 35 and…

  • Aviation NewsTravel mayhem hits Asia and Bangkok with 27 flights axed | Thaiger

    Travel mayhem hits Asia and Bangkok with 27 flights axed

    Travellers across Asia and the Gulf are facing major disruptions as multiple airlines cancel and delay flights at key airports due to operational issues. A total of 27 cancellations and 102 delays were reported across major international hubs, including Singapore, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Dubai, Jeddah, Phnom Penh, and Bagdogra, sparking frustration among affected passengers. Airlines such as Saudia, KLM, Hainan…

  • Tourism NewsTourism dips as Thailand tackles debt and sluggish growth | Thaiger

    Tourism dips as Thailand tackles debt and sluggish growth

    Thailand’s foreign arrivals declined over a recent 10-month period, prompting officials to revise forecasts and accelerate economic recovery efforts. Thailand welcomed 26.25 million foreign visitors from January 1 to October 26 this year, marking a 7.25% drop compared to the same period in 2024, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports announced today, October 28. Malaysia led the pack as the…

  • Thailand NewsRoyal tribute: Loy Krathong to proceed with subdued tone | Thaiger

    Royal tribute: Loy Krathong to proceed with subdued tone

    The Ministry of Culture has confirmed that Thailand’s traditional Loy Krathong Festival will go ahead as planned, albeit with a more subdued tone to honour the recent passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother. Culture Minister Sabeeda Thaiset stated that the festival, traditionally marked by colourful celebrations and river lanterns, will continue under the revised theme, Thai Loy…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya’s crumbling footpaths spark tourist safety fears | Thaiger

    Pattaya’s crumbling footpaths spark tourist safety fears

    Pattaya’s footpaths are drawing fresh complaints from locals and tourists, who say the city’s walkways remain unsafe, cluttered, and poorly maintained. Residents and visitors are voicing growing frustration over the city’s failing pedestrian infrastructure, saying that despite big promises from officials, Pattaya’s pavements remain a dangerous mess. Critics say enforcement is nearly non-existent. Motorcycles regularly zoom along footpaths as makeshift…

  • Phuket NewsHoliday tragedy: Kiwi tourist found dead in Kata hotel | Thaiger

    Holiday tragedy: Kiwi tourist found dead in Kata hotel

    A New Zealand tourist was found dead in her hotel room near Kata Beach, prompting police to launch an investigation into the circumstances. Officers from Karon Police Station were called to the scene at around 2.45pm after hotel staff reported that a guest had been found unresponsive. Police Lieutenant Phirawat Yodtor said forensic investigators and a doctor were immediately dispatched.…

  • EducationEducation Ministry denies school event ban during mourning | Thaiger

    Education Ministry denies school event ban during mourning

    Thailand’s Education Ministry has denied issuing a blanket ban on school activities during the national mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, following backlash from parents and educators online. Concerns were sparked after the ministry circulated a directive urging educational institutions to avoid “joyful activities” for one year out of respect. However, Education Minister Narumon Pinyosinwat has…

  • FinanceHow to claim your cash in Thailand’s co-pay wallet scheme | Thaiger

    How to claim your cash in Thailand’s co-pay wallet scheme

    Thailand’s co-pay scheme returns, allowing eligible users to start spending via the Paotang app after topping up their G Wallet through various methods. Thailand’s popular co-payment scheme Khon La Khrueng Plus is back, and eligible users can start spending from tomorrow, October 29, through the Paotang app. But before cashing in on the perks, beneficiaries must first top up their…

  • Tourism NewsThailand eyes 1.2 million US tourists with new flight boom | Thaiger

    Thailand eyes 1.2 million US tourists with new flight boom

    Thailand is preparing to welcome a surge in tourists from the US, as new flight routes and increased interest in luxury travel drive up arrival forecasts. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool announced that the country expects nearly 1.2 million visitors from the United States in 2026, an 8% jump from this year. The forecast follows the return…

  • Politics NewsThailand and Vietnam vow to boost ties and economic links | Thaiger

    Thailand and Vietnam vow to boost ties and economic links

    Thailand and Vietnam are doubling down on their commitment to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, following high-level talks at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia. In a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the summit, Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow met with his Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung to reaffirm their dedication to advancing the two countries’ comprehensive strategic…

  • Pattaya NewsMan flees to rooftop as Sri Racha apartment goes up in flames | Thaiger

    Man flees to rooftop as Sri Racha apartment goes up in flames

    A fire broke out in a Sri Racha apartment, forcing a man to escape to the rooftop, where emergency crews later rescued him amid thick smoke and flames. The blaze broke out around 10am on Sunday, October 26, at the rear of a three-storey commercial building on 9 Kilo Road, directly opposite a well-known local school. Officials believe the fire…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket mourns Queen Mother with island-wide tributes | Thaiger

    Phuket mourns Queen Mother with island-wide tributes

    Phuket fell into quiet mourning as locals and tourists joined together to honour Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, with solemn tributes and ceremonial blessings across the island. The public is invited to take part in water blessing ceremonies and sign official books of condolences in memory of Her Majesty, whose lifelong devotion to the Thai people is being…

  • Pattaya NewsChon Buri woman followed home in late-night break-in scare | Thaiger

    Chon Buri woman followed home in late-night break-in scare

    A woman in Chon Buri was followed home by a man who later tried to break into her house, prompting a police investigation and calls for public vigilance. The incident took place in a neighbourhood in Sri Racha and was captured on CCTV. Prueksa Boonlom, a 33 year old restaurant receptionist, had just finished her shift around 2am and was…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket ramps up anti-drug drive with united front | Thaiger

    Phuket ramps up anti-drug drive with united front

    Phuket is doubling down on its war against drugs, bringing together police, health officials and government leaders in a full-force push to wipe out narcotics. A high-level meeting held at Phuket Provincial Hall saw top provincial figures join forces under the government’s national Quick Big Win anti-drug policy, which demands urgent, integrated action to tackle drug issues within four months.…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesCool mornings, rain and rough seas forecast across Thailand | Thaiger

    Cool mornings, rain and rough seas forecast across Thailand

    Thailand braces for a mix of cool mornings, scattered rain, and rough seas as changing weather systems sweep across the country, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns. A high-pressure system draped over upper Thailand is locking in cooler morning temperatures, particularly in the north and northeast. Meanwhile, a low-pressure cell hovering off southern Vietnam is fuelling unstable conditions in the…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya bar offers bounty after thief nabs prized BMX bike | Thaiger

    Pattaya bar offers bounty after thief nabs prized BMX bike

    A bar in Pattaya is appealing for help after a thief stole a customer’s bicycle, prompting a police report and a cash reward for its return. The incident, which occurred on Monday, October 20, was captured on CCTV and widely shared on social media, sparking public outrage and concerns over the bar’s reputation. The bar, located in Soi 6, is…

  • Politics NewsAnutin hits back at scam claims, calls rumours baseless | Thaiger

    Anutin hits back at scam claims, calls rumours baseless

    Thailand’s prime minister denied involvement in scam networks following international reports, reaffirming government efforts to crack down on cybercrime. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has hit back at allegations linking him to scam operations in Thailand, dismissing the claims as unfounded and politically motivated. The remarks follow a New York Times report naming Thailand as a hotspot for scam activity, sparking…

  • Phuket NewsRain can’t stop Phuket Vegetarian Festival’s wildest parade | Thaiger

    Rain can’t stop Phuket Vegetarian Festival’s wildest parade

    Thousands gathered in Phuket Town to witness sacred processions, where spirit mediums braved rain and rituals during the Vegetarian Festival. Thousands of devotees, spirit mediums, and curious onlookers lined the streets of Phuket Town today, October 25, to witness the powerful Iw Keng processions from the Tha Ruea and Jeng Ong shrines, two of the most revered events in the…

  • Bangkok NewsThai govt denies event ban, urges respect for Queen Sirikit | Thaiger

    Thai govt denies event ban, urges respect for Queen Sirikit

    Thai officials have clarified that no ban has been imposed on private events, urging organisers to adjust activities respectfully during the mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The government has clarified that no official ban has been imposed on private entertainment events during the national mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, urging only that activities…

  • Aviation NewsNew Norse Air routes boost Bangkok and Phuket winter arrivals | Thaiger

    New Norse Air routes boost Bangkok and Phuket winter arrivals

    Thailand will welcome more European visitors this winter as a low-cost airline launches five new direct routes to Bangkok and Phuket from the UK and Scandinavia. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is celebrating the launch of five new direct flights by Norse Atlantic Airways, strengthening long-haul connectivity from Europe to Bangkok and Phuket for the 2025/2026 winter season. The…

  • Bangkok NewsPM Anutin delays summit trip to lead Queen Mother funeral plans | Thaiger

    PM Anutin delays summit trip to lead Queen Mother funeral plans

    Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has delayed his planned trip to Malaysia to lead an urgent Cabinet meeting regarding the royal funeral arrangements for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The Queen Mother passed away at 9.21pm yesterday, October 24, at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, as announced by the Bureau of the Royal Household. In response, the Thai national flag…

  • Pattaya News‘Shogun’-linked loan shark gang busted in Chon Buri raid | Thaiger

    ‘Shogun’-linked loan shark gang busted in Chon Buri raid

    Police in Chon Buri have arrested two men connected to a notorious illegal loan shark operation believed to be part of the infamous Shogun network, seizing evidence including loan documents, mobile devices, and an unlicensed firearm. The operation was led by Police Colonel Thienchai Lertmaneethawisap, Superintendent of the Region 2 Crime Suppression Division, under the direction of Major General Kiattisak Srathongoi.…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket raids target foreigners in illegal business crackdown | Thaiger

    Phuket raids target foreigners in illegal business crackdown

    Phuket Immigration officers launched a coordinated crackdown on five businesses in Patong, targeting alleged illegal foreign operations as part of a nationwide campaign to tighten control over foreign nationals working or investing unlawfully in Thailand. The raids, carried out on Thursday, October 23, followed a directive from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, instructing officials to step up efforts to monitor foreign…

  • Northern Thailand NewsLampang teen found dead near socket in suspected electrocution | Thaiger

    Lampang teen found dead near socket in suspected electrocution

    A 14 year old boy was found dead beside an electrical socket at his home in Nikhom Phatthana, Lampang, northern Thailand, prompting an investigation into the cause of his sudden death. The incident occurred yesterday morning, October 24, when the boy’s mother tried to wake him for school. After receiving no response, she entered his room and made the heartbreaking…

  • Pattaya NewsBoozy brawl ends in deadly stabbing in Chon Buri hillside home | Thaiger

    Boozy brawl ends in deadly stabbing in Chon Buri hillside home

    A man was fatally stabbed during a booze-fuelled fight in Chon Buri’s Sri Racha district on Thursday night, following a heated argument among friends. The incident occurred around 10.30pm on October 23 behind Somdej Phra Boromarajadevi Hospital where police found the lifeless body of 40 year old Prasert Iamsaard with three stab wounds to his abdomen. Officers from Sri Racha…

  • Thailand NewsQueen Mother Sirikit passes peacefully at 93 in Bangkok | Thaiger

    Queen Mother Sirikit passes peacefully at 93 in Bangkok

    Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, has passed away peacefully at the age of 93. Her Majesty Queen Sirikit passed away at 9.21pm yesterday, October 24, at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, according to a statement released by the Bureau of the Royal Household. The announcement revealed that Her Majesty had been under medical care since September 7, 2019, for various illnesses…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesStorm batters southern Thailand as cooler north warms up | Thaiger

    Storm batters southern Thailand as cooler north warms up

    Heavy rains are sweeping across southern Thailand as storms hit, while the northern region warms up. Officials warn of flooding risks as weather shifts nationwide. A strong monsoon trough over the lower South, combined with a moderate northeast monsoon, is bringing heavy rain to southern Thailand. Residents are being warned of flash floods, especially in low-lying and foothill areas. Offshore,…

  • Pattaya NewsIntoxicated tourist returned to hotel after collapse on Pattaya street | Thaiger

    Intoxicated tourist returned to hotel after collapse on Pattaya street

    Pattaya officials found a Chinese tourist who collapsed from intoxication near Walking Street in the early morning, prompting safety concerns. In the early hours of Wednesday, October 22, Pattaya municipal officers rushed to assist a heavily intoxicated Chinese visitor found unconscious near the entrance of the city’s infamous nightlife strip. The incident, which occurred at around 5am, drew concern from…

  • Politics NewsJulapun poised to lead Pheu Thai reboot after Paetongtarn’s exit | Thaiger

    Julapun poised to lead Pheu Thai reboot after Paetongtarn’s exit

    The Pheu Thai Party is undergoing a major leadership shakeup after Paetongtarn Shinawatra resigned, paving the way for a new figure to guide the party through political headwinds. The shakeup has positioned Julapun Amornvivat as the leading candidate to take the reins, with a formal decision expected at the party’s general assembly on October 31. Julapun, known for his moderate…

  • Crime NewsSRT ramps up legal fight over land grabs in Buriram plots | Thaiger

    SRT ramps up legal fight over land grabs in Buriram plots

    The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has launched fresh legal action to evict those occupying its land in Buriram, aiming to reclaim 15 plots through the courts. The SRT is intensifying its efforts to reclaim state land in Buriram, filing fresh lawsuits to evict alleged trespassers from 15 plots in the Khao Kradong area. The move follows earlier legal action…

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