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Severe weather warning for 37 provinces as Bangkok braces for heavy rain
The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) today issued a severe weather warning to 37 provinces, cautioning about continuous heavy rainfall and strong winds that could affect 70% of the area. The capital city, Bangkok, is expected to face the full brunt of this weather onslaught. The TMD predicts that a new wave of high atmospheric pressure or cold air mass will…
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Lorry driver dies in tragic Kanchanaburi accident due to brake failure
A devastating accident occurred involving a 33 year old lorry driver who lost his life when his 18-wheel truck, loaded with 20 tonnes of utility poles, lost its brakes and crashed on the longstanding slope in Sankhla Buri, Kanchanaburi today. Police officer Thara Nawanich, from Sankhla Buri Police Station, was alerted to the incident and immediately rushed to the scene…
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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.…
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Thai PM backs deputy amid criticism over 10,000-baht digital wallet plan
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stood firm against criticisms levelled at his deputy, Julapun Amornvivat, concerning his capacity to chair the governmental sub-committee responsible for the roll-out of the 10,000-baht digital wallet handout initiative. Responding to requests for a more equipped individual to hold the chairmanship, PM Srettha stated unequivocally in a message on platform X (formerly Twitter), that he “won’t…
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Three dead, one injured in reckless pick-up truck chase in Sadao
A high-speed pursuit between two pickup trucks ended in tragedy, with three fatalities and one person injured in a multi-vehicle collision in Sadao, Songkhla. The chase culminated in the trucks losing control and colliding, causing a motorcycle and a lorry to also become entangled in the crash. Rescue services rushed to the scene to provide aid last night. The two…
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Heavy rain warning for 43 Thai provinces: Potential for flash floods and sea waves
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning for 43 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok, forecasting continuous heavy rain affecting 60% of these areas today. The southern provinces are cautioned to prepare for flash floods and sudden sea waves. The east coast of the south is expected to be hit the hardest with heavy rainfall due to high atmospheric…
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Bangkok spa raid: Human trafficking ring targets minors
The Anti-Human Trafficking Division (AHTD) led a raid on a spa in Lat Phrao district, Bangkok, which was alleged to be a front for a human trafficking operation. The raid resulted in the arrest of three men, 43 year old Sakdakij (no surname provided), 26 year old Anucha (no surname) and 30 year old Kamsawat (no surname), who were reportedly…
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Sia Paeng: Bounty raised to 1 million baht as associates surrender
Thai police apprehended two individuals connected to the case of Chaowalit Thongduang, also known as Sia Paeng, a fugitive prisoner who feigned illness and escaped from a hospital. The Department of Corrections has increased the bounty for his capture to 1 million baht, up from the original 100,000 baht. Authorities yesterday, October 27, arrested Sand (nickname), the wife of Jakree Pannoi,…
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Hamas Thai hostages: Negotiations in progress for immediate release
Negotiations with Iran are in progress, with the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, indicating readiness to immediately release all Thai hostages. This crucial update was provided yesterday by Saiyid Sulaiman Husaini, a prominent figure amongst Shia Muslims in Thailand. The negotiating team, assembled by House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, initiated discussions with Hamas at 10am local time yesterday in Tehran.…
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Pheu Thai government opts for Chinese frigate
An unexpected turn of events saw the Pheu Thai-led government opting for a Chinese-made frigate over a submarine, after a prolonged period of uncertainty surrounding the original submarine purchase. The shift in decision came on the heels of China‘s inability to get the German-made MTU 396 engine for the submarine, as specified in the 2017 agreement. China’s suggestion of using…
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Udon Thani: Man in suspicion of girlfriend’s death attempts suicide
A tragic end to a love triangle involving two women and a man unfolded in a Udon Thani city residence yesterday. Two individuals were found in a state of distress, one deceased, another barely alive. The incident was reported around 7.30am today, prompting immediate investigative measures from the local police and medical personnel. The incident transpired in a two-storey dwelling,…
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Social media personality arrested for defrauding women of 10 million baht
High-profile social media personality Krittidet Pongprapas has been arrested on multiple charges, including fraud and computer-related offences. The 27 year old had built an impressive online profile by posing with luxury cars and showcasing ostentatious spending habits, which he used to lure at least 30 women into fraudulent relationships, causing an estimated financial loss of 10 million baht. The arrest…
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Myanmar teenage YouTuber arrested for making explosives
A teenager’s dream of becoming a YouTuber was dashed when police arrested him for attempting to cause mayhem during the end of Buddhist Lent. Mantsak Kaew-on, officer in charge at Mae Sot Police Station in Tak province, today, October 28, dispatched a team of ten officers led by Kritsakon Pho Phong to patrol the Sri Thai road near the Thai-Myanmar…
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Legalising casinos to boost economy: Thailand House of Representatives forms committee
A 60-member committee to probe into the potential launch of entertainment hubs, inclusive of casinos, has been established by Thailand’s House of Representatives. This move seeks to rectify the issue of underground casinos and invigorate the nation‘s financial state, as suggested in a proposal put forth by members of parliament from diverse parties. The endorsers of the proposal encompassed Thoedchart…
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Roi Et police intercepts 800K methamphetamine pills in major drug bust
Roi Et police intercepted two pickup trucks loaded with a staggering total of 800,000 methamphetamine pills in a drug bust on October 26. The operation was spearheaded by Police Lieutenant General Sarayut Sa-nguanphokai, the Commander-in-Chief of Roi Et police. The individuals behind the wheel of these vehicles, identified only by their first names as 34 year old Cherdsak, 29 year…
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Murder: man shot dead by intoxicated perpetrator in unprovoked attack in Surin province
A local 48 year old man was shot dead by an intoxicated perpetrator in an unprovoked attack. The incident occurred yesterday evening around 6.30pm while the victim, Gowit Boonthan, was in a pick-up truck driven by his younger brother. The intoxicated perpetrator, 23 year old Phiphat Lainamthong was later apprehended by the police at a friend’s residence in Pathum Thani.…
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Phetchaburi: Body of newborn baby found in forest, police investigates
The body of a newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a forest by a 27 year old man, Sathorn Raya In, who was foraging for mushrooms near the road. The incident occurred last night and was reported to the local police station in Phetchaburi province. The police and medical personnel from the local hospital, alongside emergency workers from the Sawang…
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Knife-wielding man sparks chaos: Teacher’s husband fires warning shots southeast Thailand
A mentally unstable man caused chaos in a Thai neighbourhood when he brandished a knife, injuring a resident before threatening a female teacher. The teacher’s husband, a police officer, fired warning shots to subdue the man. The incident happened this morning at 7am local time, at a side street near Prasert petrol station, Pattawee sub-district, Makham district, Chanthaburi province. After…
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Phuket: Russian and Indians overstay visa leading to police raid
A Russian national and two Indian men were apprehended during a police raid in Phuket’s Bang Thao beach district, charged with overstaying their visas. The operation was conducted by a joint team of immigration and tourist police yesterday afternoon around 1.15pm at a villa where they expected to arrest another Indian man under charges of threats and intimidation. The Phuket Provincial…
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Police intensify search for Sia Paeng accomplice after unsuccessful house raid in southern Thailand
Police recently surrounded the house of an individual known as Jakkree Pannoi, or Big, but failed to locate him. His wife was detained and questioned to establish links to the Chaowalit Thongduang case. Jakkree’s wife denied any involvement. Meanwhile, Jirawut Chumsri, or Boy, an associate of Sia Paeng, agreed to surrender today. Jakkree is believed to be an accomplice of Chaowalit,…
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Uncle Phon’s high-profile legal battles captivate Thai society ahead of October verdict
Thai society has been gripped by the high-profile case of Uncle Phon, a local man from Mookdaharn province, who has been embroiled in a number of legal battles, the most notable being the mysterious disappearance and untimely death of a three year old girl, known as Nong Chompu in 2020. Nong Chompu was reported missing from her home on May…
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Thai woman allegedly kills husband by repeatedly stabbing him in his face in Bangkok
A Thai woman allegedly killed her husband by repeatedly stabbing him in the face before leaving him to die in the bathroom of their condominium in Bangkok. The victim later succumbed to his injuries in hospital. The dead man’s brother, 43 year old Yod, sought help from Thai social media celebrity Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet after the legal process for the…
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Phuket MP urges swift action on delayed Patong Tunnel
Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee recently took the floor in the House of Representatives, using his platform to challenge the ongoing delay in the construction of the much-anticipated Patong Tunnel. The Speaker of the House and the Deputy Minister of Transport were present to hear his concerns. With a reputation as a renowned tourist hotspot, Patong’s economic health is largely reliant…
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Online gambling suspect’s ‘catch of the day’ as police net him for digital deceit in northern Thailand
A 45 year old suspect under an arrest warrant from the Southern Bangkok Criminal Court, was apprehended by the police in Nakhon Ratchasima yesterday around 8.40pm. The charges relate to his involvement in an online gambling gang, deceiving the public by impersonating others and maliciously manipulating computer systems to show false information, potentially harming the public. The suspect, Wanchai, confessed…
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New York gala sees Thai actor turned body guard steal limelight from MFP head Pita
The spotlight was stolen during former Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s visit to Thai nationals in New York by his indispensable bodyguard, popular Thai actor Tul Pakorn Thanasrivanitchai. Pita, the head consultant of the MFP, was in the city for the TIME 100 Next 2023 Gala, celebrating his inclusion in the list of 100 future influential change-makers. The…
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Thai tourism bodies urge government to rebuild confidence with Chinese tourists
The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) and the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) called on the government to restore confidence in Chinese tourists via mainland tour agents, emphasising that this approach can guarantee tourist safety. TCT president, Chamnan Srisawat, suggested that the government should exercise caution before deciding on a permanent exemption from visas for the Chinese market. The…
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Kanchanaburi aims to become a top health tourism destination with its new Wellness Association
The Kanchanaburi province, in collaboration with the Kanchanaburi Wellness Association, has combined their health-focused soft power efforts to establish Kanchanaburi: City of Health and Happiness. The meeting took place yesterday in the Khun Chang room at River Kwae Kanchanaburi Hotel, led by Yupha Naka Pannich, the province governor. Key attendants included Abhichai Chai Chomphu, head of the provincial office, Ratchanee Phothisattaya,…
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MFP charter rewrite motion rejected by Thailand House of Representatives
A charter rewrite motion, sponsored by the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP), has been rejected by Thailand’s House of Representatives. The decision was influenced by concerns that the proposed changes could lead to a biased charter amendment, as explained by Nikorn Chamnong, who leads a sub-panel tasked with gathering public opinion on a constitutional amendment referendum. The MFP intended…
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NACC probes Thai government’s 10,000-baht digital handout amid corruption fears
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) initiated an in-depth study into the Thai government’s policy for a 10,000-baht digital currency handout. This step comes as the agency intensifies its examination of the key policies of the ruling Pheu Thai Party. According to a source within the NACC, the decision was made following a suggestion from the agency’s corruption monitoring and appraisal…
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6 overstaying foreigners clash violently with Thai cops in Phuket
More than 30 Thai police officers clashed violently with six overstaying foreigners at a luxury villa on Bang Tao Beach in Phuket during an arrest operation. Four Thai officers were injured in the incident. Four officials from the Phuket Provincial Immigration Office, accompanied by officers from the Cheng Talay Police Station, conducted a raid on a luxury villa armed with…
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