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Thai man stabs colleague to death in Bangkok mall
Police arrested a Thai man for stabbing his colleague to death on the fifth floor of a shopping mall in the Pathum Wan district of Bangkok. Officers from Pathum Wan Police Station were called to the mall at around 10pm, yesterday, February 23, at the closing time, to investigate the fatal stabbing. Inside a massage chair store, officers found the…
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X-rated: Bangkok cops blush as Facebook hacked with porn
Bangkok police station cops faced an embarrassing predicament this morning after discovering their official Facebook page had been hacked with explicit pornographic content. According to the Daily News, the Facebook page belonging to the Bangkok Noi Metropolitan Police Station, a government agency, was shockingly displaying a slew of around 18 pornographic images and videos. An investigation revealed that this puzzling…
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Thai-Indian man arrested at border with 15.7 million baht suspicious cash
Police arrested a Thai-Indian man after he entered Thailand from Cambodia with 15.7 million baht in cash, which he claimed to have won from gambling. Officials from the Sa Kaeo Immigration Office stopped the Indian-born Thai man at the Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in Aranyaprathet district, in the northeastern province of Sa Kaeo, yesterday, February 23. He was wearing a…
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Severe weather alert: Thunderstorms and hail expected in Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a forecast for today, February 24, predicting severe weather conditions across 49 provinces in Thailand. Thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and hailstorms are expected, particularly in the north and northeast regions. Following these conditions, temperatures are anticipated to drop by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. Residents in upper Thailand are advised to take health precautions…
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Nikki Beach Koh Samui’s iconic White Party returns in March
Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, the global luxury lifestyle brand, is delighted to announce the return of its iconic White Party at Nikki Beach Koh Samui. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lipa Noi Beach, this year’s edition, inspired by Ivory Blooms, will take place on Friday, March 14. Guests will experience a night of pure magic, as Mademoiselle Sabah, Nikki Beach’s…
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Phuket officials tackle drug issues in Rawai sea gypsy community
Officials from Phuket Mueang District Office are intensifying their efforts to address drug-related concerns within the sea gypsy community in Rawai. The goal is to implement initiatives that will bring about long-term positive effects. Mueang Phuket District Chief Pairoj Srilamul led a community forum at the village on February 20, accompanied by Rawai Deputy Mayor Thiraphong Thaodaeng, government officials, local…
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Man arrested with 200,000 meth pills in Ubon Ratchathani
A 24 year old man was arrested for allegedly storing 200,000 meth pills in preparation for distribution, following a tip-off about a drug trafficking operation in Khemarat district, Ubon Ratchathani province. Today, February 23, the Suranaree Task Force, under Control Division 4, received a tip about illegal drug activities in the area. They responded by launching the Suranaree Dok Bua…
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Concerns rise over illegal rentals by Chinese condo owners
A popular Facebook page has highlighted concerns over Chinese property owners purchasing and illegally renting out condos as daily accommodations, bypassing hotel registration processes. The page reported issues faced by residents in buildings where units are rented out on platforms like Airbnb. Residents have observed a constant influx of foreigners with luggage, likening it to a nearby large hotel. The…
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Phuket scam victims rise to 5,500, losses hit 413 million baht
Over 5,500 people in Phuket were victims of scam calls and online fraud last year, with losses escalating to 413 million baht, as confirmed by Police Colonel Kritsada Manawongsakun, Director of the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) Region 5. Pol. Col. Kritsada stated that while the trend has been rising since 2022, there was a significant increase in scam calls…
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Explosions in southern Thailand ahead of Thaksin’s visit
Explosions erupted this morning in Thailand’s southern border provinces of Yala and Narathiwat ahead of the visit by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. In Yala province, a civilian lost his life and seven police officers sustained injuries following a bomb explosion in front of a supermarket in Bannang Sata district yesterday night. The incident occurred on Highway 10, in front…
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Bangkok woman arrested for illegal cannabis sales
Child and Women’s Welfare Division officers yesterday arrested a 32 year old woman for selling cannabis products online for over five years, earning a profit of approximately 1 million baht per month. The arrest took place following a search at her residence in the Khlong Chao Khun Sing subdistrict, Wang Thonglang district, Bangkok, and at her cannabis dispensary, also in…
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Israeli embassy urges tourists to follow new behaviour guidelines
The Israeli Embassy in Thailand has introduced guidelines aimed at promoting a positive image of Israeli nationals in Thailand, following criticisms over perceived disruptive behaviour in Pai district, Mae Hong Son province. On February 21, the embassy posted on its Facebook page a set of behavioural recommendations for Israelis visiting Thailand. This move was in response to concerns from Thai citizens…
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Senators urge justice minister’s removal over election probe
A group of senators is advocating for the dismissal of Justice Minister Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong due to the Department of Special Investigation’s (DSI) plan to examine complaints linked to last year’s Senate election. The DSI is set to convene on Tuesday, February 25, to deliberate on whether to pursue an investigation into vote-fixing allegations. This follows demands from unsuccessful…
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Man fatally shot while fishing in Ang Thong province
A man was fatally shot while fishing with friends outside a house in Ang Thong province. The incident occurred today, February 23 at 3am when gunmen approached the group, asked for the victim by name, and then opened fire. The victim fell into a canal and drowned, and the attackers returned to fire additional shots. Police Lieutenant Colonel Wiwat Pawong,…
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Thai man chases foreigner with knife in Pattaya after fare dispute
In Pattaya, a Thai man was observed pursuing a foreigner with a knife along Jomtien Second Road, allegedly due to a fare dispute. The incident was initially reported on February 21, when a video was posted to a Facebook group. The footage depicted a Thai man, donning a full-face helmet, chasing a foreigner on the street with a knife. The…
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Thunderstorms and strong winds across 39 Thai provinces
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) warned 39 provinces about thunderstorms, strong winds, hail, and potential lightning today, February 23. A new high-pressure system from China has moved into northern Vietnam and is expected to cover northeastern Thailand and the South China Sea, bringing moisture from the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. This will result in unstable weather in…
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Chiang Mai loan shark arrested for illegal high-interest lending
A 33 year old man known as Oat has been apprehended for leading an illegal loan operation in Chiang Mai, involving high interest rates and intimidation tactics. This follows reports of aggressive debt collection methods in the Chai Sathan subdistrict of Saraphi district. Yesterday, February 21, the loan shark gang reportedly threatened debtors at their homes. Social media posts revealed…
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British man drops cocaine at Phuket Airport and causes a scene
A British man caused a scene at Phuket International Airport on February 18 after allegedly dropping a bag of cocaine while rolling on the floor in a frantic outburst. The suspect, who had arrived from Shanghai on Juneyao Air flight HO 1323, reportedly began shouting and rolling on the ground, drawing the attention of immigration officers. Footage shows him lying…
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Fake doctor arrested at Samut Prakan clinic for illegal practice
A fake doctor was apprehended at a clinic in Phra Samut Chedi while administering injections to a patient. This occurred around 3pm yesterday, February 21. Nuttanaporn Wongboonkeokul, a 32 year old pharmacist and head of the consumer protection and pharmaceutical health group in Samut Prakan province, alongside Police Lieutenant Colonel Prayoon Pattanuli, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Phra Samut Chedi…
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Suphan Buri temple abbot arrested for child assault and indecent images
A temple abbot in Suphan Buri has been arrested for sexually assaulting a 13 year old child and capturing indecent images. Police promptly coordinated with the monastic council to defrock the abbot, who now faces legal proceedings. On February 21, a complaint was filed against the abbot of a temple in Dan Chang district, Suphan Buri province, accusing him of…
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Bangkok faces severe air pollution as PM2.5 levels rise
The Pollution Control Department has issued a warning concerning high PM2.5 levels across 32 provinces in Thailand, with Bangkok experiencing the most severe pollution. Predictions indicate that PM2.5 levels in Bangkok and its vicinity are likely to rise in the upcoming week. Yesterday, February 21, the Air Pollution Resolution Communication Centre of the Pollution Control Department released a report on…
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Man arrested for distributing child pornography on social media
Police apprehended a 44 year old man, Pattanakorn (surname withheld), for allegedly distributing child pornography on social media under account X. He is accused of creating and sharing content featuring people in school and various professional uniforms to lure victims into secret groups with a membership fee. The arrest took place at his residence in Mueang district, Nakhon Ratchasima province…
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White Lotus season 3 boosts Koh Samui tourism by 88%
The third season of the HBO series The White Lotus has led to an 88% increase in Internet searches for Koh Samui and a 44% rise in hotel bookings on the island, according to tourism executives. The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) predicts that Koh Samui may not experience a low season this year due to the popularity of the…
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Phuket police arrest 13 Chinese tourists in illegal gambling raid
Phuket Provincial Police arrested 13 Chinese tourists involved in an illegal gambling operation in Phuket Town, supported by locals. The raid, led by Police Colonel Ekkalak Boonsangcharoen, occurred at the Phuket Poker Sports Club in Soi Poonphol at 11pm on February 20. The gambling venue, managed by a Thai national, was secretly catering to Chinese gamblers. During the operation, police…
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Sai Mai man threatens neighbours, arrested for guns and meth
Police in Sai Mai district apprehended a man for illegal possession of firearms and drugs, following a domestic dispute where he allegedly threatened neighbours afterwards. The arrest took place yesterday, February 20, at 2.30pm at his residence in Sai Mai, Bangkok. The arrest took place after police received complaints from locals about a neighbour brandishing a weapon following an argument…
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Third time’s the harm: Bangkok gambling den busted yet again
A major gambling den in Don Mueang, Bangkok was raided and dismantled yesterday, February 20 at 3pm. This recent raid marks the third time the establishment has been raided since 2024. Officers, led by Police Major General Jesada Suaysom and Police Major General Chotiwat Lueangwilai, executed a search warrant at a property located in Soi Songprapha 1, Don Mueang district,…
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Thailand and Laos to boost trade and security ties by 2027
Thailand and Laos agreed to a commitment to enhance collaboration across several sectors, including bolstering border security, addressing haze problems, and setting a joint trade target of US$11 billion (369.9 billion baht) by 2027. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held a meeting yesterday, February 20, with her Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone at Government House in Bangkok. During the meeting, the two…
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Maid to misbehave: Cleaner caught red-handed in CCTV sting
In a crooked web of betrayal within the private confines of a family home, a Thai housemaid was arrested by police after her secret life of crime was laid bare by unforgiving lens of CCTV. Naphonthip “Kan” a 46 year old housemaid from Phitsanulok, faces charges of theft after swiping a fortune in gold and jewellery from her employer to…
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Australian couple arrested for snatching belongings from Phuket tourists
Police today arrested an Australian couple for snatching the belongings of two foreign tourists in the Rawai area of Phuket on Wednesday, February 19. The first victim filed a complaint at Chalong Police Station at around 9.30pm, today, February 21, stating that two thieves on a motorcycle snatched her bag while she was outside a convenience store on Soi Samakkhi…
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Temple abbot arrested for child pornography possession
Police arrested a temple abbot in Suphan Buri on charges of possessing and distributing exploitative materials of minors. The suspect also faces additional charges related to the abuse of a temple assistant. Today, February 21, Police Colonel Peera Assawapiboonphol, Superintendent of Suphan Buri Provincial Police Investigation Division, ordered an operation at Nong Chaeng temple in Dan Chang district, Suphan Buri…
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