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 NewsThai man fatally struck by multiple vehicles on dark Lopburi road | Thaiger

    Thai man fatally struck by multiple vehicles on dark Lopburi road

    A tragic accident unfolded when a man crossing an unlit road in Lopburi province was initially struck by a car, and then fatally run over by several following vehicles. Khok Samrong Police Station Deputy Inspector Suttipong Sangthes received a report at 8.22pm yesterday, August 21, of a fatal accident involving a pedestrian on Phahonyothin Road, between kilometre markers 180 and…

  • Thailand NewsForest ranger killed in Phatthalung after motorcycle hits truck | Thaiger

    Forest ranger killed in Phatthalung after motorcycle hits truck

    A forest ranger tragically died after his motorcycle collided with the back of a 22-wheel truck loaded with palm oil, dragging him for over 1 kilometre. The incident occurred at approximately 1.30am today, August 21, on a road in Phatthalung province. The accident involved Sumet Khemdam, a 32 year old forest ranger, who was riding a Honda Click motorcycle. His…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok teacher arrested for meth distribution from luxury condo | Thaiger

    Bangkok teacher arrested for meth distribution from luxury condo

    Police in Bangkok arrested a former secondary school teacher, at a luxury condominium on Pattanakarn Road in Suan Luang district, for allegedly distributing methamphetamine. The arrest occurred yesterday, August 20, after a detailed investigation revealed the former teacher’s involvement in drug trafficking from his condo. Officers from the Special Investigations Division and the Crime Analysis and Special Tools Division of…

  • Tourism NewsThailand’s ‘Nihao Month’ set to woo Chinese tourists | Thaiger

    Thailand’s ‘Nihao Month’ set to woo Chinese tourists

    Thailand is pulling out all the stops to lure Chinese tourists back in droves with the launch of its ambitious Nihao Month campaign. With a staggering target of attracting 8 million Chinese visitors by the end of the year, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is betting big on a series of irresistible promotions and star-studded events. Since the beginning…

  • Thailand NewsNew train service to link Bangkok and Penang in three months | Thaiger

    New train service to link Bangkok and Penang in three months

    Thailand will launch a new train service linking Bang Sue in Bangkok to Penang, Malaysia, within the next two to three months. The initial phase will be a six-month trial period, marking a significant step in cross-border transportation. The announcement was made yesterday, August 20, by Ekarat Sriarayapong, head of the Governor’s Office of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT).…

  • Thailand NewsThai Red Cross offers mpox vaccine for 8,500 baht per dose | Thaiger

    Thai Red Cross offers mpox vaccine for 8,500 baht per dose

    The Thai Red Cross Society has initiated mpox (formerly monkeypox) vaccinations for the public, priced at 8,500 baht per dose, primarily targeting men who have sex with men and individuals with multiple sexual partners. This follows Professor Emeritus Dr Wasun Chantratita from the Medical Genomics Center at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, sharing insights on mpox. He…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok bus stop assault raises public safety concerns | Thaiger

    Bangkok bus stop assault raises public safety concerns

    A young woman shared her harrowing experience of being assaulted at a bus stop in Bangkok, vowing never to take a bus again. This incident, which she posted about on TikTok yesterday, August 20, has left her deeply shaken and questioning her safety in public spaces. A TikTok user, @dr.fk.surgeon, recounted a distressing event while taking her younger sister on…

  • Thailand NewsIntoxicated Thai woman poops in pub, TikTok video goes viral (video) | Thaiger

    Intoxicated Thai woman poops in pub, TikTok video goes viral (video)

    A viral TikTok video showing a heavily intoxicated Thai woman pooping in a pub sparked widespread social media reactions. A TikTok user shared the shocking incident yesterday, which quickly gained attention and led to a flurry of comments. The video, posted by the user @luvmeluvmyjeans, captures the aftermath of the incident, showing a pile of poop in the middle of the…

  • Thailand NewsThai man caught trying to dine and dash at barbecue restaurant (video) | Thaiger

    Thai man caught trying to dine and dash at barbecue restaurant (video)

    A Thai man attempting to dine for free at a barbecue restaurant was apprehended by police yesterday after the restaurant owner caught on to his scheme. The incident occurred at a popular barbecue restaurant owned by TikTok user @autowheel, who shared the event through a series of videos on the platform. Captured on CCTV, the man entered the restaurant wearing…

  • Pattaya NewsDrunk foreigner attacks German man and Thai wife in Pattaya bar | Thaiger

    Drunk foreigner attacks German man and Thai wife in Pattaya bar

    A violent altercation involving a drunk foreigner attacking a German man and his Thai wife unfolded at the Gold Bar Beer on Soi 6, Pattaya Beach Road, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district yesterday. Pattaya police were alerted to the incident at around 12.10am yesterday, August 20, immediately rushing to the scene with local rescue services. Upon arrival, police found…

  • Bangkok NewsThai AirAsia X launches new Sydney-Bangkok route | Thaiger

    Thai AirAsia X launches new Sydney-Bangkok route

    Thai AirAsia X announces new direct flights between Sydney and Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport (DMK). Beginning December 2, these flights will operate six times a week, offering an attractive blend of convenience and affordability. With one-way fares starting at just 333 Australian dollars (around 7,600 baht), passengers can now book between August 19 and 25, for travel beginning in December.…

  • Thailand NewsDriver severely injured in high voltage pole crash in Chon Buri | Thaiger

    Driver severely injured in high voltage pole crash in Chon Buri

    A car crashed into a high-voltage electricity pole in Chon Buri, splitting it in two and leaving the vehicle badly damaged, with the driver suffering severe injuries and later collapsing due to electric shock. Police from Phan Thong district in Chon Buri province responded to an accident report yesterday, August 19, where a car had collided with an electricity pole in…

  • Thailand NewsPrincipal trumpets alarm as wild elephants leave home in disarray | Thaiger

    Principal trumpets alarm as wild elephants leave home in disarray

    A school principal in Prachin Buri was startled at 3am today to find six wild elephants surrounding his home, causing damage. This is the first time these elephants have ventured so close, having previously only visited neighbouring houses. The incident took place yesterday when Paitoon Kramphim, the head of a local school, reported that a herd of six wild elephants…

  • Thailand NewsRescue centre established to find missing fisherman in Mukdahan | Thaiger

    Rescue centre established to find missing fisherman in Mukdahan

    A rescue centre has been established by the Phang Daeng Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO) in Mukdahan to assist in the search for a man who fell into a stream while fishing two days ago and remains missing. The incident occurred amid heavy rainfall, which caused slippery conditions. Piyapong Somkot, the district chief of Dong Luang, along with Jitkram Chueakhoth, the…

  • Thailand NewsTwo boys drown in Isaan reservoir searching for lost motorcycle key | Thaiger

    Two boys drown in Isaan reservoir searching for lost motorcycle key

    Tragedy struck at a reservoir when two boys drowned while searching for a lost motorcycle key. Despite a four-hour rescue effort, divers were unable to find their bodies. The search was called off yesterday, August 19. Police Lieutenant Methasit Wongpadsa of Khemarat Police Station in Ubon Ratchathani was alerted to the incident involving two missing boys at Huai Na Muang…

  • Hua Hin NewsHua Hin court grants bail to suspect in sergeant’s fatal shooting | Thaiger

    Hua Hin court grants bail to suspect in sergeant’s fatal shooting

    A Hua Hin court granted bail to the suspect involved in the fatal shooting of Sergeant Punch at a local pub. The head of the Hua Hin Police Station’s Police Affairs Monitoring Committee confirmed the suspect’s dismissal to ensure an unbiased investigation and to reassure the victim’s family. An advisor to the Hua Hin Police Affairs Monitoring Committee in Prachuap…

  • Thailand NewsNonthaburi long-boat races to feature king and queen’s trophies | Thaiger

    Nonthaburi long-boat races to feature king and queen’s trophies

    The Nonthaburi Municipality is set to hold its 15th annual traditional long-boat racing competition, contending for the prestigious King and Queen’s trophies. The event will take place over two days, starting August 24, along the Chao Phraya River near Nonthaburi Pier. Apichai Aramsri, Deputy Governor of Nonthaburi, Somnuek Thandetchakul, Mayor of Nonthaburi, Admiral Chairnarong Charernrak, President of the Rowing Association…

  • Thailand NewsRussian airline Aeroflot relaunches flights to Thailand and India | Thaiger

    Russian airline Aeroflot relaunches flights to Thailand and India

    Russian airline Aeroflot resumes direct flights to popular holiday destinations in Thailand, India, and Seychelles. This news will thrill jet-setters and sun-seekers looking to escape the chill. Starting September 13, Aeroflot will kick off its twice-weekly flights from Yekaterinburg’s Koltsovo Airport to Phuket. These flights, operating every Monday and Friday, will be followed by a new route from Yekaterinburg to…

  • Thailand NewsChachoengsao four-car pile-up on motorway causes injuries | Thaiger

    Chachoengsao four-car pile-up on motorway causes injuries

    A sudden brake by a van led to a four-car pile-up on the motorway, resulting in injuries and requiring rescue operations. The accident occurred at 5pm yesterday, August 19, with emergency services swiftly responding to the scene. Police Lieutenant Phudecha Chuamun and the Chachoengsao rescue unit, equipped with hydraulic rescue tools, attended the crash site on the outbound motorway near…

  • Thailand NewsFormer Thai Farmers Association president left homeless | Thaiger

    Former Thai Farmers Association president left homeless

    A former president of the Thai Farmers Association finds himself in a dire situation after being allegedly deceived by his new partner, leading to the loss of his home and abandonment in a care facility. The drama unfolded over the past few years, culminating in a desperate plea for help from his family. The former president, 76 year old Prasit…

  • Phuket NewsEtihad Airways unveils luxurious flatbeds to Phuket in 2025 | Thaiger

    Etihad Airways unveils luxurious flatbeds to Phuket in 2025

    Etihad Airways is set to elevate the travel experience between Abu Dhabi and Phuket, unveiling plans to launch flights on the Airbus A321LR, featuring flatbed business class seats, from August 2025. The airline’s booking engine has already confirmed these details, showcasing its ambition to connect the UAE with the tropical paradise of Thailand in unprecedented comfort. The inaugural flight on…

  • Thailand NewsPPP secretary-general to renounce loyalty to Prawit | Thaiger

    PPP secretary-general to renounce loyalty to Prawit

    The Palang Pracharath Party’s (PPP) embattled secretary-general is set to drop a political bombshell in a press conference this afternoon. The caretaker agriculture minister is widely expected to renounce his loyalty to the party leader, General Prawit Wongsuwan, in a dramatic turn of events that could shake the party to its core. Thamanat Prompow announced the press conference, scheduled for…

  • Bangkok NewsTeenagers rob student at gunpoint near Bangkok market (video) | Thaiger

    Teenagers rob student at gunpoint near Bangkok market (video)

    Two teenagers wearing helmets brandished a gun to rob a high school student on the roadside near Kam Pu Market, Soi Pattanakarn 20 in Bangkok, in full view of passersby. The incident was captured in a 31-second video shared by the Facebook page อีซ้อขยี้ข่าว3. The video, filmed by a concerned citizen, depicts the events that took place in the evening…

  • Pattaya NewsTeenagers cause chaos with late-night food order in Pattaya | Thaiger

    Teenagers cause chaos with late-night food order in Pattaya

    A late-night food order in Pattaya ended in chaos when a group of teenagers ordered a large amount of food but refused to accept it upon delivery. The incident left the delivery rider frustrated and out of pocket. Red Skull, a notable account on social media platform X, received a complaint from a food delivery rider who shared his unfortunate…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok taxi driver sparks outrage by refusing to use meter (video) | Thaiger

    Bangkok taxi driver sparks outrage by refusing to use meter (video)

    A social media storm has erupted after a passenger shared a video on TikTok exposing a taxi driver in Bangkok refusing to use the meter and demanding a flat fare. The incident, recorded by user @praewspmi, has drawn widespread criticism and calls for stricter enforcement of regulations. The video shows the passenger attempting to hail a taxi near the Siam…

  • Aviation NewsKorean jet deal with Thailand boosts defence ties | Thaiger

    Korean jet deal with Thailand boosts defence ties

    Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) inked a pivotal memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Thailand’s Thai Aviation Industries (TAI). This landmark agreement aims to supercharge the operational rate and support capabilities of the T-50TH aircraft, a key asset in Thailand’s air defence arsenal. This MOU marks a significant milestone in the defence partnership between South Korea and Thailand, with both nations stepping up…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy monsoon rains forecasted for 36 provinces in Thailand | Thaiger

    Heavy monsoon rains forecasted for 36 provinces in Thailand

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warned of heavy monsoon rains in 36 provinces, with precipitation expected to cover 60 to 70% of the areas. The public is advised to remain cautious of potential flash floods and mountain runoff, particularly in low-lying areas and near waterways. The forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that the upper northern and northeastern regions…

  • Thailand NewsElderly couple rescued after Pathum Thani canal house collapse | Thaiger

    Elderly couple rescued after Pathum Thani canal house collapse

    Rescue teams rushed to the aid of an elderly couple after their canal-side house in Pathum Thani collapsed. The couple escaped with minor injuries and was quickly taken to the hospital, while their loyal dog, Pom, stayed close by. The Poh Teck Tung Foundation’s radio centre received a report early this morning of a house collapsing into a canal with…

  • Bangkok NewsMonk attacked in Bangkok temple in midnight knife assault | Thaiger

    Monk attacked in Bangkok temple in midnight knife assault

    A temple resident under the influence of alcohol attacked a monk with a knife in the middle of the night in Bangkok. The monk sustained injuries requiring three stitches. The assailant, known for his loud and belligerent behaviour when drunk, had previous altercations with the monk. Late last night, a monk from a well-known temple in Phasi Charoen district, Bangkok was…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok police arrest man with nearly 2,000 meth pills | Thaiger

    Bangkok police arrest man with nearly 2,000 meth pills

    Police in Bang Sue district, Bangkok arrested a man with nearly 2,000 methamphetamine (meth) pills after he was spotted wandering suspiciously in a local alley. The drugs were found packaged in various quantities, and the suspect admitted to receiving them from a friend. Phuwadol Unpho, Chief of Bang Sue Police Station, and officers Kittpisit Rayayoi and Nipon Singthong, led an…