- Thailand News
TikTok video: Thai mother’s unique trick to soothe crying baby goes viral (video)
A TikTok video of a Thai mother calming her crying infant has gone viral, thanks to an unconventional method that surprisingly worked. The trick? She pretended to converse loudly with an imaginary friend outside the house. The video was posted by TikTok user @mommy_chicky and gained over 6.5 million views, with netizens applauding the mother’s creative approach. In the TikTok…
- Thailand News
Thai graduation group photo complaint sparks online drama
A recent graduate expressed frustration over a group photo from a Thai graduation event, blaming the photography studio for not ensuring everyone was posed appropriately. The complaint, posted on Facebook, resulted in an online drama, with many netizens sympathising with the photography studio. Subsequently, the complaint was withdrawn, and an apology was issued to the studio. Twitter user @RedSkullxxx shared…
- Thailand News
Disappointment as promised donation to Thai school fails to materialise
The students of Ban Pa Had School in Pua district, Nan province, were left disappointed when a promised donation and lunch treat failed to materialise. The school posted a message on its Facebook page showing the children rehearsing a thank you performance for the donor, who had pledged to provide educational funds, gifts, and fried chicken for the pupils. “The…
- China News
Sensational subway stir: Hong Kong commuter’s provocative attire sparks online frenzy (video)
A video clip featuring a woman in provocative public attire travelling on a Hong Kong subway has sparked online debate. The footage, shared widely across social media platforms, showcases a young woman sporting a revealing outfit consisting of a light blue bra-like top and jeans, attracting much attention from fellow passengers. The video has since ignited a flurry of online…
- Thailand News
Fog, light rain forecast in northern Thailand, south braces for heavy rainfall
The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) today forecasts foggy conditions and light rain in some parts of northern Thailand, while heavy rainfall continues in some southern areas. The 24-hour forecast suggests that high atmospheric pressure or a cool air mass is gradually weakening and covering the upper northern parts, north eastern region, and the South China Sea. This, combined with the easterly…
- World News
Colombian students walk on the wild side: Risky rope bridge commute over crocodile-infested river
Over 70 Colombian students in rural Villalaydee, near the city of Santa Marta, risk their lives daily by crossing a makeshift bridge to go to school. The bridge, made from a water pipe with hanging ropes for balance, spans the crocodile-infested Kaira River. Resident Dorisa Fadul appeals to the city’s responsible authorities for safe bridge construction for Colombian students, but…
- World News
Taxi driver’s kind gesture to cash-strapped tourist in Ho Chi Minh goes viral
A Western woman encountered a predicament when she ran out of money to pay for her taxi ride in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The incident, recorded on the taxi’s in-car camera, unfolded around 5.30pm on a day late last month and has since gone viral, garnering close to a million views. The woman seemed visibly distressed when she realised…
- World News
Angelina Jolie and 250 celebs unite, accuse Israel of war crimes, demand ceasefire
Hollywood A-lister and UN Special Envoy for Refugees, Angelina Jolie accused Israel of war crimes, demanding an immediate ceasefire along with 250 other celebrities. Jolie’s criticism follows Israel’s major bombing of the Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, which led to a significant loss of life and displacement of over a thousand Palestinians. Jolie, a highly acclaimed actress and United Nations’ special…
- China News
China mother takes revved-up son to court over ‘tuition’ savings
A mother in China has taken her 19 year old son to court after he spent her tuition savings to buy a new car for his girlfriend. The woman, known only as Liu, a 41 year old resident of Shexian province, raised her son, known only as Xiao Wei single-handedly following her divorce. Upon deciding to remarry, Liu transferred all…
- World News
Vampire child unearthed: 17th-century discovery by Polish archaeologists
Polish archaeologists have unearthed the skeletal remains of a young boy, believed to be between six and seven years old, at a 17th-century cemetery. The body of the vampire child was buried face-down, with iron chains wrapped around his legs, a practice believed to prevent resurrection. Dariusz Polinski, a scholar specialising in Middle Ages burial culture at the Nicolaus Copernicus…
- China News
Eight year old girl receives diamond necklace from classmate in Valentine’s surprise
An eight year old girl was gifted a diamond necklace for Valentine’s Day by a classmate, leaving her mother shocked at both the extravagant gift and the subsequent refusal by the boy’s parents to reclaim it. The incident occurred in Yiyang City, Hunan Province, China. The local media reported that on February 14 this year, the young girl returned from…
- Thailand News
Grandparents’ indulgence leads to child’s secret pile of sweets
The mother of a nine year old girl discovered her daughter had hidden a pile of sweets under her bed after she returned home from her grandparents’ house. The young girl had been staying with her father’s parents during a school holiday while her parents were working abroad for a month. Upon her return, her mother noticed a significant change…
- China News
Mystery of giant box on train sparks online speculation and warning over high repair costs
A baffling giant box spotted on a train sparked curiosity among hundreds of social media users, warning against touching it due to potential high repair costs. The discovery of an unusually shaped plastic box on a train, which was then shared online, led to speculation about the box’s contents. One social media user posted a photo of the box in…
- Thailand News
Government lottery draw offers 6 million baht first prize
The Government Lottery Office (GLO) livestreamed the lottery draw today allowing participants to check their tickets and potential winnings live. The draw included first prizes, last two digits, last three digits, and other categories, all reported swiftly on Sanook Lotto. The live lottery draw for the government lottery took place today, November 1, with participants eagerly awaiting the first prize…
- Politics News
Bolivia severs diplomatic ties with Israel amid Gaza conflict (video)
Bolivia announced the severance of diplomatic ties with Israel, becoming the first nation globally to make such a decision following the recent flare-up of conflict in Gaza amid the brutal Israeli assault on Palestine. This declaration was made yesterday by Bolivia’s Presidential Minister, Maria Nela Prada. “Bolivia has decided to terminate diplomatic relations with the State of Israel in order…
- Thailand News
Forgot to cook the rice: Family’s humorous response goes viral on TikTok
A family‘s humorous response to a common kitchen mishap, forgetting to cook the rice, has lit the blue-touch flame on social media. This light-hearted moment was shared on the popular social media platform, TikTok, where it has since been met with widespread admiration. The family’s positive reaction to the situation has sparked online discussions about the importance of maintaining a…
- World News
Vietnamese woman video records hospital stay before childbirth on TikToK
A 26 year old Vietnamese woman has become a viral sensation on TikTok after sharing images of her hospital stay while awaiting childbirth. The photos, which revealed a relaxed atmosphere with Yen’s mother and mother-in-law present, suggested that the visit was more akin to a leisurely trip than a tense anticipation of labour. In one of the pictures, the pregnant…
- Thailand News
Artistic intrigue: Thai national artist’s chilly encounter with graffiti mysteries
A compelling story about Chalermchai Kositpipat, a Thai national artist, has been shared on the Facebook page Little Mouse on the Cold Mountain Peak. The narrative unfolds in the chilly Chiang Rai province, near Wat Rong Khun, where an anonymous group painted graffiti on a wall. One night, a group covertly began to create street art on a wall opposite…
- Thailand News
Deputy Interior Minister’s whirlwind day: Prayers, fire, and fashion in Bangkok
Deputy Interior Minister Chada Thaiseth started his day with religious activities, then assisted in a fire incident during the day, and ended it at a fashion show in Bangkok, showcasing his versatile persona. The deputy interior minister revealed the incident of rescuing an elderly woman from a burning building in Uthai Thani yesterday. While attending a merit-making event yesterday, he…
- China News
Brothers’ bittersweet lift: Sons carry sick mother to hospital in bamboo basket
A heartwarming incident unfolded as two sons, a 58 year old man surnamed Chen, and 55 year old Li carried their 89 year old elderly mother to the hospital when she fell ill on October 23 in Chongqing, China. Yet, the sight of the elderly mother being carried in a large bamboo basket due to her motion sickness and headache from…
- China News
Love story unfolds: Chinese woman marries firefighter who saved her life
A compelling love story unfolded between a firefighter and a woman who was on the brink of committing suicide. Despite the initial circumstances appearing dismal, their paths crossed, proving that anything can happen in this world. Recently, an apartment building in Fuzhou, China became the scene of a gripping incident. A woman stood precariously on the ledge, contemplating ending her…
- Thailand News
Mother Pao’s minty-fresh generosity: Herbal toothpaste mogul gives back to seniors
A well-known businesswoman, widely recognized as Mother Pao and serving as the chairperson of a prominent herbal toothpaste company, generously shared her wealth among the community’s elderly. In remembrance of her birthplace, Nakhon Ratchasima province, and coinciding with the annual end of Buddhist Lent, Sunantha Leelertphan, donated to the elderly in the Bua Yai district and neighbouring areas every year.…
- Thailand News
Thai toad breeder attributes lottery wins to extraordinary six and eight-legged amphibians
A 33 year old man, Yuranan Krudkhonburi, a toad breeder from the Korat region of Thailand, has been raising two unusual amphibians for over a year. One has eight legs, two in the front and six at the back, while the other, a golden-yellow hue, has six legs, two in the front and four at the back. Both toads are…
- China News
Chinese wedding apron ritual sparks social media backlash
A lavish Chinese wedding ceremony in Wanpu, Guangdong province, China, on October 19, was disrupted when the groom’s aunt abruptly threw an apron over the bride’s elaborate wedding gown. This sudden act confused the bride and caused laughter among the guests. However, the incident sparked severe criticism online, as viewers construed the act as a symbolic gesture, suggesting that the…
- Thailand News
Factory worker wins lottery thrice after monk appears in dreams
A 29 year old factory worker revealed a popular monk have miraculously appeared in his dreams, leading to his lottery win in three consecutive draws. Sunan Santalap’s story sparked a wave of faith among locals, causing a significant number of them to flock to the Nong Kho temple in Ban Khai district, Rayong province, to seek good luck and avert…
- China News
Chinese company pays severance in coins: Woman in Anhui receives 17300 baht in change
A female employee in Anhui province, China, was dismissed from her job and paid her severance entirely in coins. The company justified the unusual payment method, claiming there were no rules prohibiting such a practice. The woman, who was let go on September 19, claimed the company cited poor performance as the reason for her dismissal. The company was reducing…
- Thailand News
Thai delivery rider jets to Singapore for chicken rice order (video)
A delivery rider was commissioned to fly to Singapore to fulfil a customer’s craving for Singaporean chicken rice, causing astonishment among those aboard the same flight. The bizarre incident was documented and shared online by TikTok user @thita.vy, sparking intrigue and amusement worldwide. The video clip showed the rider, equipped with his signature food delivery bag, at an unspecified airport…
- Road deaths
Motorbike fatality in Chon Buri following collision with infamous mud-smeared car
A fatal accident occurred when a motorbike crashed into a parked, mud-smeared car, infamous for its unique appearance, in Chon Buri. The car, owned by Rayong’s well-known Ghost Whisperer, Prasert, had previously been in the news for its peculiar dirt-covered exterior. The incident, shared on social media, revealed the damage caused to the rear of the car from the collision.…
- Thailand News
Chiang Rai man discovers three-carat natural pearl worth thousands of Thai baht
A three-carat natural pearl discovered inside a clam has been confirmed as genuine. The owner, who hails from Buasali, Mae Lao, Chiang Rai, vowed to keep the valuable find for its auspicious significance rather than sell it. Yesterday, in Chiang Rai, the news of 45 year old Sethapong Sivavong’s unusual discovery, a 1-centimetre pearl inside a clam, made headlines. Sethapong,…
- Thailand News
Delivery rider refuses harrowing job transporting corpse alone to airport
A delivery rider shared a chilling experience online after a customer hired him to transport a corpse to the airport, but the customer wouldn’t accompany him. The incident sparked widespread online reactions, with many warning against accepting such jobs. The rider, who works as a delivery person, went viral online for his terrifying ordeal. He was hired by a customer…
