- World News
Legal battle heats up over butter chicken’s true origin in India
A culinary dispute has escalated to the courts in India over the origins of the globally renowned butter chicken, with two Indian restaurant chains claiming the title of inventor of the cherished recipe. The Moti Mahal in Delhi, a large and storied Indian restaurant chain, whose patrons have included notable figures such as former US President Richard Nixon and India’s…
- World News
Truck driver wins lottery twice post-miraculous recovery
The astonishing tale of Bill Morgan, a 37 year old truck driver from Australia, has resurfaced on social networks, earning him the title of the luckiest man alive. His story of winning the lottery twice following a miraculous recovery from clinical death has captivated audiences worldwide. In 1998, Bill Morgan was involved in a severe car accident that left him…
- World News
Bengaluru woman loses 350,000 baht to black magic scam
A 25 year old woman from Bengaluru, India, was swindled out of 350,000 baht in a failed attempt to use black magic to win back her ex-boyfriend. The story, shared by the Facebook fan page World Forum, highlights the lengths some go to for love, the pitfalls of blind belief in superstition, and the harsh reality of deception. The young…
- China News
Deadly blaze in Jiangxi shop claims 39 lives, President Xi demands action
At least 39 people died and nine were injured in a fire that broke out in the basement of a shop in Xin Yu City, Jiangxi Province, China. The blaze began yesterday afternoon, with smoke billowing from the building, prompting desperate individuals to jump from windows to escape the inferno. President Xi Jinping has ordered a thorough investigation into the…
- World News
Malaysian garage owner uses forklift on cars blocking his shop (video)
A Malaysian garage owner took a stand against inconsiderate drivers who persistently parked their vehicles, blocking his property, leading to a viral sensation. Fed up with the obstruction caused by visitors during the Thaipusam festival, he resorted to using a forklift to move the offending vehicles. During the approach to the Thaipusam festival, a surge in visitors to the Batu…
- World News
Groom honours late bride in solo Malaysian wedding ceremony (video)
In a poignant ceremony that has resonated across social media, a groom proceeded with his wedding despite the absence of his bride, who had tragically passed away from lymphoma shortly before the event. The groom, identified as Daniel, had originally married his partner, Nofar, in Japan during the Covid-19 pandemic, with plans to hold a traditional ceremony in her native…
- Thailand News
Dispute over Thailand’s tallest Thao Wessuwan statue escalates
A contentious dispute has erupted over the world’s tallest statue of the deity Thao Wessuwan, as the landowner, who had initially agreed to a sale, has now backed out. This sudden change has caused confusion and concern among the devotees. In a press conference convened at the Sathan Saphan Bun Association in Rayong Province, 27-year-old Chakkrit, renowned for his charitable…
- Thailand News
Narendra Modi to inaugurate Ram Temple in Ayodhya amid looming elections
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, a place of birth believed by Hindus to be associated with Lord Rama. The construction of this temple represents a key fulfilment of a promise by Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to the Hindu population, taking place just months before India’s upcoming elections, where Modi aims…
- Thailand News
Mysterious red envelope in Tokyo sparks Ghost Wedding fears
A cryptic red envelope found on a Tokyo street sparked intrigue online. The envelope was found near a train station and was picked up and photographed by a passerby who posted the image on Twitter, unaware of the chilling revelation that would follow. The individual stumbled upon the mysterious red envelope near Ueno Okachimachi subway station in Tokyo, Japan. The…
- Thailand News
Thai model’s generous 1000 baht taxi tip sparks online debate
A taxi driver was left astounded when a passenger handed him a 1,000 baht note for a fare of just 93 baht. Initially taken aback, understanding dawned upon the driver when the generous customer explained the reason behind her act. The incident surfaced when the taxi driver shared a picture of the 1,000 baht note on a Facebook group for…
- Thailand News
Vietnamese mum sparks online debate over child’s mathematics test
A Vietnamese mother sparked a debate online after she questioned the marking of her child’s primary school mathematics test. Her child had answered 5 + 0 = 5 and 6 + 0 = 6, both of which she believed to be correct. However, to her surprise, they were marked as incorrect by the teacher. The mother shared her concerns and…
- China News
Chinese rural mindset shifts as daughters disprove age-old favour sons belief
A traditional Chinese rural mindset of favouring sons has been challenged as a family with four daughters, all of whom have married, brings joy and envy to their village during festive seasons. The daughters, along with their respective husbands, regularly visit their parents, bringing gifts and helping with household chores, thus dispelling the long-held belief that only sons can carry…
- Thailand News
Woman finds dead gecko in sticky rice in bamboo inspired by Korean stars
A shocking discovery was made by a Facebook user who purchased sticky rice in bamboo, hoping to emulate popular Korean personalities, Jung and Callan. The user was taken aback when she found a large dead gecko inside the bamboo tube. In a post shared in the consumer group We Are Consumers, a user shared her unnerving experience. She had bought sticky…
- Thailand News
Learn from a 97-Year-Old Isaan Monk for Good Fortune
A 97 year old southern Isaan monk blessed 301 registration plates for pick-up trucks. The ceremony took place at Wat Phattanathammaram, also known as Wat Ban Dan Chong Chom, in Surin Province. The event aimed to bring luck and prosperity to the winning bidders. The ceremony, held yesterday, saw Sahachai Kampoon from the Surin Transport Office, along with other officials from…
- Thailand News
Discover the Feared Sai Thong Gang in Nonthaburi
Ekapop Luengprasert, a political advisor and founder of the Survive Facebook page, visited the notorious Sai Thong Gang in Nonthaburi today, following reports of their persistent harassment of locals. Ekapop threatened that if the police fail to manage the situation, they should relocate to a crime-free area. Ekapop, along with his team, visited the Sai Thong Village, known as the…
- Thailand News
Actress Ava Six Scenes clears up 150 million baht credit card rumour
A video that has been creating a buzz on social media recently features Ava Pawornwan Verapuchong, a millionaire actress. The video shows Ava pulling a credit card from her wallet, causing viewers to focus on the card. It is a THE WISDOM (Visa Infinite) card from Kasikorn Thai Bank, which is exclusively for those with deposits and investments starting at…
- Thailand News
Thailand unearths lithium and sodium, amps up as EV battery hub
Thailand discovered two significant deposits of lithium and sodium, key ingredients for electric vehicle (EV) battery production, marking the country’s stride towards becoming a central and primary production base in the region. Radklao Inthawong Suwankiri, the Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that the Ministry of Industry’s expedited exploration led to the discovery of the lithium mines, known…
- Thailand News
Thai TikTok user strikes lottery luck after solar doll offering
A Facebook and TikTok user recently struck it rich after winning on three lottery numbers with a prize of hundreds of thousands of baht. The winning streak came after 40 year old Kongkwan Kongnan posted a video of herself offering four solar-powered dancing dolls to her local spirit house and asking for luck. The video, which Kongkwan posted on both…
- Thailand News
Explosion at fireworks factory in Thailand leaves 22 dead
A devastating explosion at a fireworks factory resulted in 22 fatalities. The factory was still within its permit period. This tragic event has left a profound impact on a fifth-year secondary school student who lost both parents in the incident and is still in shock. Sitthisak Yaempraipirom, the district officer of Mueang Suphanburi, Suphanburi Province, revealed the developments in the…
- Thailand News
Cool weather predicted across Thailand with isolated rainfall in the north
The Department of Meteorology of Thailand (TMD) forecasts cool weather in the morning across the northern, northeastern, central, and eastern regions of Thailand, as well as the upper south. However, some areas in the upper north and southern regions are expected to experience rainfall. A westerly trough is covering the upper north of Thailand and the upper part of Laos,…
- World News
Elderly Indian man comes back to life on way to his last rites
An 80 year old Indian man who was pronounced dead, came back to life on the way to his last rites. The extraordinary event unfolded on January 13 in Karnal City, India, when the ambulance carrying the body of Darshan Singh Bar, fell into a pothole on the road. Bar’s grandson, who was accompanying him, noticed his grandpa’s arm move…
- Thailand News
Bangkok residents call for 20 baht fare amid uproar over 100 baht BTS cost
The fare for a journey on the BTS Skytrain from Asoke to Minburi station has been set at 100 baht, causing uproar among Bangkok residents. They argue that it is nearly a third of the daily minimum wage and have started calling for the implementation of the 20 baht fare policy across all routes, previously promised by the government during…
- Thailand News
JN.1 Covid-19 variant detected in Thailand: 40 cases and counting
The Covid-19 variant JN.1* has been detected in Thailand, with 40 cases reported so far. Thai health officials are closely monitoring the situation as it is speculated to replace the XBB variant as the dominant strain. The JN.1 strain was first detected in Thailand in October last year and increased significantly in December last year. Yongyot Thammavut, Director of the…
- World News
Model Khoury’s brave journey after pit bull attack costing 14 million baht
Influencer Brooklinn Khoury successfully overcame her fear to share her traumatic experience following a pit bull attack that disfigured her face three years ago. This life-changing event happened when she visited her relatives in Arizona on November 3, 2020. The attack required numerous surgeries costing over 14 million baht (US$400,000) and significantly changed the 22 year old’s perception of physical…
- World News
Kim Jong Un declares South Korea a permanent enemy, orders destruction of unity symbols
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared South Korea a permanent enemy and ordered the destruction of all symbols of national unity, seeing them as detestable. This dramatic statement comes as the North Korean Parliament moves to dissolve two state organisations responsible for reunification and economic cooperation. Kim Jong Un, the supreme leader of North Korea, asked the People’s Supreme…
- Thailand News
Thai CEO donates 1 million baht at singer Kong Huai Rai’s concert
A donation of 1 million baht was bestowed upon the popular singer Kong Huai Rai by Ninew-Niphanrat Salika, the young, wealthy CEO of a world-renowned brand. The generous contribution, made during one of Kong’s concerts, has been deemed the largest garland he has ever received. Kong Huai Rai shared the news with his Facebook followers, posting a picture of the…
- Thailand News
Korean YouTubers’ visa status in Thailand under scrutiny
Intrigue surrounds the visa status of popular Korean YouTubers, P’ Jung and Cullen, as a prominent lawyer’s query ignites discussions on their prolonged stay in Thailand. Recent sightings at the Ministry of Labour add to the mystery. Following the query by prominent lawyer, Ronnarong Kaewpetch, regarding the visa status of two popular Korean YouTubers in Thailand, P’ Jung and Cullen…
- Thailand News
Thai education: Foundations and milestones under King Rama V’s Reign
This Teacher’s Day, let’s journey back in time to delve into the establishment of the first Thai schools, both royal and public, dating back to the reign of King Rama V. These institutions have survived to this day, marking a significant milestone in the country’s education history. King Rama V, after ascending the throne in 1868, observed the importance of…
- Thailand News
Rubber trees in Rayong bestow lottery luck according to local Thai folklore
A legendary tale of fortune has emerged from the Ban Chang-Pla road in Rayong province, where three intertwined rubber trees have become the subject of a lottery luck charm. Locals believe that the spirits residing beneath these trees, which are estimated to be over 100 years old, have bestowed lottery luck upon numerous individuals. On January 8, around 3.30pm, a…
- China News
Chinese man faces hefty bill for shattering supermarket escalator glass
A Chinese man, identified as Jue, faced a perilous situation at a supermarket in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, when the glass railing of an escalator he had just used suddenly shattered. As Jue descended the escalator and lightly touched the glass railing, it violently shook and broke, leaving a large crack as immediate evidence. Jue was left stunned and motionless,…
