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 NewsChiang Mai e-cigarette seller arrested with 1,269 items seized

    Chiang Mai e-cigarette seller arrested with 1,269 items seized

    An online electronic cigarette seller in Chiang Mai, operating through Facebook and LINE groups, was apprehended with an estimated daily revenue of 10,000 baht, averaging over 100,000 baht monthly. The suspect led police to his home, where a substantial amount of goods was seized. Police from Special Operations Division 5 conducted a sting operation at approximately 1pm yesterday, February 26,…

  • Thailand NewsScam alert: Fake cop targeting Chiang Mai residents

    Scam alert: Fake cop targeting Chiang Mai residents

    Chiang Mai residents are on high alert after the Mae Jo Police Station issued a warning about a cunning con artist known as “Phuy Kong Poi Phet,” who is impersonating a police officer to scam victims out of their money. The audacious fraudster is allegedly posing as a Mae Jo police officer and using sophisticated tactics to deceive unsuspecting locals.…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket officials under fire: Ombudsman probes corruption claims

    Phuket officials under fire: Ombudsman probes corruption claims

    Allegations of corruption and negligence are rocking Phuket as Deputy Secretary-General of the Office of the Ombudsman, Khanitnan Aphicharn, arrived to investigate a series of complaints against local officials accused of turning a blind eye to illegal activities. The explosive allegations were discussed at a high-stakes meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall on Monday, February 24, chaired by Phuket Vice Governor…

  • Bangkok NewsPolice seize SIM box used for scams in Bangkok condo

    Police seize SIM box used for scams in Bangkok condo

    Police operations led to the seizure of a Chinese-operated SIM box at a Bangkok condominium, used for financial scams. The room’s registered owner was a Chinese national using a Thai nominee. This operation took place yesterday, February 26 at 11.30am, under the direction of Police Lieutenant General Surapol Prembutr, Commissioner of Region 1. The team included Police Major General Chayanan…

  • Thailand NewsThaksin vows to end Thai unrest, sparking strategy concerns

    Thaksin vows to end Thai unrest, sparking strategy concerns

    Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s commitment to ending the unrest in southern Thailand by next year has sparked concerns and led to inquiries regarding the government’s actual strategies to address the situation, according to a political scholar from Thammasat University. As an informal adviser to the ASEAN chair, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Thaksin made a significant visit to the…

  • Thailand NewsOver 7,000 foreign nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres

    Over 7,000 foreign nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres

    More than 7,000 foreign nationals trapped in scam call centres in Myanmar’s Myawaddy region have been freed and are awaiting repatriation, according to the Karen Border Guard Force (BGF). The victims, totalling 7,141 people from 28 nationalities, were rescued from the notorious Shwe Kokko and KK Park complexes, areas known for human trafficking and cybercrime activities. The BGF, led by…

  • Thailand NewsU-Tapao Airport expansion cut as high-speed rail delays continue

    U-Tapao Airport expansion cut as high-speed rail delays continue

    The ambitious U-Tapao Airport expansion is being drastically scaled back as the Bangkok-Rayong high-speed rail project faces ongoing delays and uncertainty. The airport, a key component of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) development, was initially designed to handle 12 million passengers annually. However, with the high-speed rail link stalled for nearly five years, those plans are being significantly downsized. U-Tapao…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket hotel project halted after environmental concerns raised

    Phuket hotel project halted after environmental concerns raised

    A controversial hotel project in Cherng Talay’s Pasak Soi 6 has been halted after outraged residents pressured officials to review its Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), citing concerns about transparency, zoning violations, and environmental damage. The proposed Nebu Hotel, set to be a seven-storey building on a small 1,200-square-metre plot, was planned in a Yellow Zone designated for low-density residential use.…

  • Thailand NewsArmed man confronts woman over bathroom noise in Uttaradit (video)

    Armed man confronts woman over bathroom noise in Uttaradit (video)

    A woman’s quiet evening took a terrifying turn when a gun-wielding man banged on her door, accusing her of making too much noise while cleaning her bathroom. The shocking incident, caught on CCTV, occurred at a dormitory in the Uttaradit province at 9.50pm on Monday, February 24, leaving the woman shaken and fearful for her safety. The CCTV footage shows the shirtless…

  • Bangkok NewsPolice seize 3,000 illegal e-cigarettes near Bangkok University

    Police seize 3,000 illegal e-cigarettes near Bangkok University

    In a major crackdown on illegal e-cigarette sales, Bangkok police arrested four suspects and seized over 3,000 e-cigarettes and vaping liquids from a warehouse located just 100 metres from a prominent university in the Samyan area. The bust was part of a wider initiative ordered by National Police Chief Police General Kittirat Panphet to target illegal vaping sales near educational…

  • Thailand News100,000 meth pills seized in Pathum Thani drug bust

    100,000 meth pills seized in Pathum Thani drug bust

    A significant drug bust occurred in Pathum Thani when Thai police swooped to arrest a 28 year old man. A large cache of drugs was seized, including 100,000 methamphetamine pills, ice, ecstasy, heroin, and ketamine. This operation was conducted by the Metropolitan Police Bureau, led by various high-ranking officials, including Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom. The arrest of Theeraphong, also…

  • Phuket NewsBillion-baht business bust: 2 Chinese arrested in Phuket

    Billion-baht business bust: 2 Chinese arrested in Phuket

    In a massive crackdown on illegal business operations, two Chinese nationals were arrested in Phuket for using Thai nominees to conceal ownership of multiple lucrative ventures, including restaurants, international schools, hotels, car rentals, condominiums, and luxury villas. The duo’s investments were valued at approximately 1 billion baht, with 4.1 million baht in cash seized during the arrests for further investigation,…

  • Thailand NewsFree Internet for disabled Thais under new government initiative

    Free Internet for disabled Thais under new government initiative

    In a groundbreaking move to bridge the digital divide, a new initiative will provide free Internet access to over 1.1 million disabled people across Thailand. The programme, launched through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the Social Development and Human Security Ministry, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), and Bangkok Tellink, aims to empower disabled people by giving…

  • Pattaya NewsDirty secret exposed: Illegal dumping scandal rocks East Pattaya

    Dirty secret exposed: Illegal dumping scandal rocks East Pattaya

    A shocking discovery of illegal construction waste dumped along a nearly 1-kilometre stretch of road near Motorway No.7 in East Pattaya has sparked outrage and a massive cleanup operation. The eyesore, located just before the municipal landfill, consisted of construction debris, tiles, cement scraps, foam boxes, and tree branches, turning the area into a stinking, unsanitary mess. Mayor Winai Inpitak…

  • Thailand NewsWife killed and husband injured after gambling debts dispute

    Wife killed and husband injured after gambling debts dispute

    A domestic dispute over gambling debts led to a fatal stabbing in Khlong Wan subdistrict, Mueang district, Prachuap Khiri Khan province. Yesterday, February 25, a husband and wife quarrel escalated, resulting in the wife’s death and the husband’s severe injury. Upon arriving at the scene, a sombre atmosphere prevailed as locals and relatives gathered to prepare for the deceased’s funeral. The…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket meeting targets land disputes and environmental issues

    Phuket meeting targets land disputes and environmental issues

    Phuket’s top officials gathered at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday, February 25, to confront the island’s escalating land disputes and environmental challenges. The high-stakes meeting, led by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong, aimed to tackle the complex issues of land encroachment, overlapping claims, and environmental degradation, all of which threaten the island’s sustainability. The meeting was attended by heavyweights in the…

  • Thailand NewsPeeling good: 67 year old fruit vendor urges for support in Thailand

    Peeling good: 67 year old fruit vendor urges for support in Thailand

    A 67 year old fruit vendor, known locally as “Uncle Kong,” who has been selling fruit for 47 years, is urging people to support his business rather than offer donations. If sales do not improve by April, he plans to move to a welfare home. Uncle Kong shared that he began selling fruit at the age of 20. Currently living…

  • Thailand NewsCon call: Elderly scammed out of 2.4 million baht in Yasothon

    Con call: Elderly scammed out of 2.4 million baht in Yasothon

    A phone scam targeting elderly people in Yasothon resulted in a 68 year old woman and a 75 year old man losing 2.4 million baht. After the incident, the fraudsters taunted the victims’ son by claiming his mother had been deceived to the point of shock. In late January, an unfamiliar number contacted Nanta, a 68 year old resident of…

  • Thailand NewsFatal nap: Passenger found dead on Rayong-Nakhon Phanom bus

    Fatal nap: Passenger found dead on Rayong-Nakhon Phanom bus

    A routine bus journey turned tragic when a passenger was found dead in his seat, having been mistaken for being asleep by fellow travellers. The chilling discovery was made when the bus driver attempted to wake him at his stop, only to find his body cold and unresponsive. The incident occurred on a tour bus travelling from Rayong to Nakhon…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok condo nightmare: Noise, cannabis, and daily rentals

    Bangkok condo nightmare: Noise, cannabis, and daily rentals

    Residents of a Bangkok condominium are at their wits’ end as daily rentals by foreigners have turned their once peaceful home into a noisy nightmare. Complaints of loud parties, the smell of cannabis lingering in hallways, and blatant rule-breaking at the swimming pool have become all too common, leaving long-term residents frustrated and desperate for solutions. The issue was recently…

  • Bangkok NewsMiss Grand Thailand 2025 gets 120 million baht sponsorship

    Miss Grand Thailand 2025 gets 120 million baht sponsorship

    Miss Grand Thailand 2025 made a spectacular debut at Bravo BKK yesterday, February 25, under the dazzling theme A Star Is Born, welcoming contestants from 77 provinces. The event, organised by Nawat Itsaragrisil, CEO of Miss Grand International Public Company Limited, marked the beginning of an intense competition filled with glamour, fierce rivalry, and undeniable beauty. This year’s event captivated…

  • Thailand NewsYoung Thai CEO charged in 800 million baht fraud case

    Young Thai CEO charged in 800 million baht fraud case

    In a shocking twist to a massive investment scam, the CEO of a Thai company has been charged with aiding fraudsters who defrauded victims out of 800 million baht through a fake digital investment scheme. The accused allegedly registered a company used by scammers to launder money, receiving just 500 baht for his role in the elaborate fraud. Police Colonel Thiraphas…

  • Phuket NewsWashed up: Garbage crisis floods Phuket’s Sirinat National Park

    Washed up: Garbage crisis floods Phuket’s Sirinat National Park

    Sirinat National Park on Phuket’s northeast coast is drowning in garbage, sparking serious concerns among officials and locals. The mounting waste problem has reached alarming levels, with 200 to 300 kilogrammes of trash generated daily but left uncollected due to limited resources, according to Park Chief Siriwat Suebsai. The shocking revelation emerged during a visit by the House of Representatives…

  • Thailand NewsIllegal Internet stations found beaming signals into Laos

    Illegal Internet stations found beaming signals into Laos

    Police in Nong Khai uncovered a network of illegal wireless Internet stations suspected of beaming signals across the border into Laos, raising serious security concerns. The discovery was made this morning, February 25, by officials from the Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and Nong Khai police, who are now hunting for those responsible. The investigation was…

  • Thailand NewsLao woman arrested in Hat Yai prostitution sting

    Lao woman arrested in Hat Yai prostitution sting

    In a dramatic undercover operation, Hat Yai Police busted a Lao woman running a covert prostitution ring through the LINE app, exposing a hidden world of illicit activity in the heart of Hat Yai, Songkhla province. The sting operation, led by Police Colonel Nattapong Koet-iem, Superintendent of the 6th Police Station, uncovered the scheme operating out of a resort on…

  • Phuket NewsTourists attacked on Bangla Road, police hunt for security guard

    Tourists attacked on Bangla Road, police hunt for security guard

    A wild night on Bangla Road turned violent when two foreign tourists were brutally assaulted by at least one security guard, leaving them injured and shaken. The shocking incident occurred in the early hours of today, February 25, prompting a swift response from Patong Police who are now hunting for the attacker. The two victims were identified as 24 year…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya plans low-carbon future with solar power and clean energy

    Pattaya plans low-carbon future with solar power and clean energy

    Pattaya City is on a mission to transform itself into a low-carbon tourism destination, with ambitious plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable energy. In the second meeting of the Public Image Committee, Poramet Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City, outlined a bold vision for a greener, cleaner future, leveraging solar power and clean energy solutions. Held at Meeting…

  • Bangkok NewsThai actress files theft charges against ‘wicked’ nanny

    Thai actress files theft charges against ‘wicked’ nanny

    Thai actress Panadda Wongphudee, also known as “Boom,” is taking a stand after discovering her former nanny had repeatedly stolen from her. In a dramatic turn of events, Boom filed an official complaint yesterday, February 24, declaring she won’t let the wrongdoer get away with it any longer. The scandal first erupted when Boom took to social media to expose…

  • Thailand NewsBuilding trouble: Businesswoman’s missing gear found at cop’s home

    Building trouble: Businesswoman’s missing gear found at cop’s home

    A businesswoman dealing in construction equipment reported a significant loss of over 1.6 million baht after her products went missing during a relocation. Later found at a police officer’s home who had been hired for the move, her attempts to reclaim the items were met with resistance. The businesswoman, referred to as Noong (pseudonym), reached out to the media to…

  • Thailand NewsVisa la Vida: British man busted in Chiang Mai after 25-year overstay

    Visa la Vida: British man busted in Chiang Mai after 25-year overstay

    In a stunning immigration crackdown, Chiang Mai Immigration arrested a British man who had overstayed his visa by an astonishing 9,135 days – more than 25 years. The man, whose name has not been released, managed to evade authorities for over two decades, making this one of the longest visa overstays ever recorded in Thailand. The dramatic arrest took place…