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Pot luck: British dad’s £100k cannabis bust ends in jail sentence
A British dad of three has been sentenced to two years behind bars for an audacious attempt to smuggle nearly £100,000 (4.4 million baht) worth of cannabis from Thailand. The 42 year old British man, gripped by grief and desperation after the death of his girlfriend, confessed he took the illicit gamble in hopes of using the cash to reunite…
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Thai nurse accused of defrauding soldier of nearly 700,000 baht
A Thai soldier fell victim to a romance scam allegedly orchestrated by a nurse and appealed for the woman to return nearly 700,000 baht, as his family is now in financial crisis. He admitted ignoring warnings from his son. The 50 year old soldier sought help from the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after losing nearly 700,000 baht to the 41…
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Thai PM urges action to curb violence against women and children
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra called on the public to actively support government initiatives aimed at curbing violence against children and women. This appeal is part of the government’s annual anti-violence campaign, coinciding with National Violence Elimination Against Children and Women Month. Thailand designated November for this cause in 1999, aligning with the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of…
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Young man leaps from moving car in Pattaya after hip-hop festival
A night of music and revelry took a shocking turn as a young man reportedly leapt from a moving car in East Pattaya after attending a hip-hop music festival. Pattaya’s rescue services received the emergency call just after 3am yesterday, November 25, responding quickly to Soi Sukhumvit Pattaya 87, where the dramatic incident unfolded. Rescuers arrived to find a white…
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Thai man sorry for brutal assault of Bangkok taxi driver (video)
A Thai man yesterday turned himself in at a police station after brutally assaulting a 70 year old taxi driver following an accident on Borommaratchachonnani Road in Bangkok on November 19. The old driver, who has no family members, remains in hospital since the incident. A viral video shared on a Facebook news page showed the motorcycle rider, later identified…
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Illegal bitcoin mining busted in Ayutthaya with free electricity use
A bitcoin mining operation illegally using free electricity worth 200,000 baht per month was recently raided in Ayutthaya. Thirty-one mining machines were discovered in a rented commercial building, leading to legal actions against the perpetrators. Police and Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) officials executed a search warrant at a commercial building along the Asian Highway in Ayutthaya after detecting unusual electricity…
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Major meth dealer arrested in Pathum Thani with drugs and guns
Police and local administrative officers in Pathum Thani made a significant arrest involving a major meth dealer in the Khlong Luang area. Officials discovered a stash of drugs and firearms in an abandoned car, leading to the apprehension of two suspects. The operation was spearheaded by Amornritpol Khiaorungphet, the deputy district chief of Khlong Luang, and Nuttanan Nimmnuan, the deputy…
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Shocking tragedy: Farmer electrocuted by water pump in Sisaket
A tragic incident unfolded when a farmer was electrocuted while attempting to use a pump to draw water into his fields. The mishap occurred near a pond in the middle of a field in Ban Kho Klang Noi, Village 4, E Lam subdistrict, Uthumphon Phisai district, Sisaket province. Local police received a report of a man fatally electrocuted yesterday, November…
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Three confess to attacking monk at TV station in Bangkok (video)
Three people have confessed to attacking a monk, citing personal feelings as their motivation, denying any hired involvement. The incident took place at a popular television station, leaving the monk injured. The lawyer of the three suspects, 45 year old Panuphan, 56 year old Thanathat, and 53 year old Chawalit, addressed the media yesterday, November 25 at 12.40pm at Bang…
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Pheu Thai secures Udon Thani election win, credits Thaksin
The Pheu Thai Party celebrated a significant victory in the recent Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) chairman election in Udon Thani, attributing the success largely to the influence of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. This triumph saw their candidate, Sarawut Pethpanomporn, secure a decisive win. Anusorn Iamsa-ard, a member of Parliament for Pheu Thai, highlighted the combination of Sarawut’s political experience…
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Heavy rain warning issued for 13 Thai provinces, flash flood risk
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy rainfall affecting 13 provinces in the South, with risks of flash floods and forest runoff. Northern Thailand will experience a temperature drop of up to 5 degrees Celsius (°C). The TMD released its second announcement, highlighting the potential impact of severe weather from tomorrow to November 30. A new wave…
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Thai teacher confesses to sexually abusing schoolboys
A Thai teacher in the central province of Ratchaburi confessed to sexually abusing many schoolboys. He stated that he could no longer recall the number of victims or the specific students involved. A former Member of Parliament candidate from the dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP), Piramate Maneechote, accompanied nine young victims and their parents to Suan Phueng Police Station on…
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Thai worker’s death in Pathum Thani sparks investigation
Thailand’s Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) ordered an investigation into the internal management of a national science and technology agency following the tragic death of a 35 year old worker. The employee, reportedly overwhelmed by work stress, was found dead in his car at a university car park in Pathum Thani. The minister, Supamas Isarapakdee, directed…
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Tensions rise on Thai-Myanmar border over alleged incursion
The Thai-Myanmar border in the Pai district of the northern province of Mae Hong Son is experiencing heightened tensions after the United Wa State Army (UWSA), also known as Red Wa, reportedly encroached on Thai territory. ThaiRath reported today, November 26, that the Shan State National Army (SSNA) revealed the situation along the border at Doi Nong Luang and Doi…
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Food poisoning: Cruise ship chef found dead in Udon Thani hotel
A 47 year old chef working on a cruise ship was found dead in his hotel room in Udon Thani province, apparently due to severe food poisoning which led to a heart attack. The incident was reported at 5pm yesterday. Officers from the Na Kha sub-station, led by investigative officer Watthapong Chamnongudom, responded to the scene at a hotel in…
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Phuket aims for carbon neutrality in Old Town by 2030
Phuket has embarked on an ambitious journey towards sustainable tourism with the introduction of the Phuket Old Town Carbon Neutrality 2030 initiative. This project aims to establish the historic old town as Thailand’s first carbon-neutral area by the year 2030. Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong, representing Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, officiated the launch of this initiative at the 72nd…
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Sole searching: Foreign man’s shoes stolen from Thai beach (video)
A foreign man residing in Thailand expressed frustration after his shoes were stolen at a beach, sparking a discussion on the commonality of such incidents in the country. TikTok user @imlukematthew shared a video yesterday, November 25, detailing his experience. He explained that he had ridden his motorcycle to a beach, left his shoes beneath it, and found them missing…
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Making waves for change: The Andaman 50 Ultra Swim
Phuket is set to host an extraordinary challenge as the GRIP IT Foundation announces The Andaman 50 Ultra Swim. This ambitious event will see three endurance athletes take on a 50-kilometre open-water swim from Koh Phi Phi to Phuket in early December 2024. Spanning two days, the initiative aims to raise funds for transformative community projects, continuing GRIP IT’s legacy…
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Thailand prepares for heavy monsoon rains in 11 provinces
Thailand braces for severe weather conditions as monsoons are set to batter 11 provinces with heavy to very heavy rainfall, causing potential flash floods and forest run-off. The Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for people to exercise caution due to the changing weather conditions. TMD forecasts that in the next 24 hours, the high-pressure area or moderate cold air…
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Thai man arrested at Bangkok airport for baht luxury bag scam
Police at Suvarnabhumi Airport apprehended a 36 year old Thai man attempting to flee the country after allegedly scamming several individuals out of over 100 million baht through the sale of counterfeit luxury brand bags. Thanawat’s arrest was executed by immigration police at the airport in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, at 5pm yesterday, November 25. The arrest warrant had been…
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The 5 underrated apps you need to use in Thailand
Much like the rest of the world, Thais love using apps to navigate their way through life. Of course, there are hundreds of apps to use daily, but we’ve compiled a list of the most underrated apps in the country that won’t only make your life in the Land of Smiles easier but can also get you some fantastic discounts.…
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Drunk Thai man fatally stabs stranger after intrusion and drug use
A drunk Thai man today stabbed a drug-addicted stranger to death after he entered his room in the central province of Ratchaburi without permission and then used drugs in his accommodation. Officers from Photharam Police Station were called to investigate the lifeless body of a Thai man named Noi, found lying face-up on a road leading to a village in…
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Thailand’s automotive production lowest since pandemic
Thailand’s automotive sector faces a significant downturn in 2024, with the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) projecting annual vehicle production to hit 1.5 million units, marking the lowest output since 2021’s pandemic-affected figures. Speaking at a briefing today, November 25, FTI automotive industry group spokesperson Surapong Paisitpatnapong announced this second downward revision of the year. The federation had previously lowered…
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THG distances from former chairman’s fraud allegations
In a statement to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) today, November 25, Thonburi Healthcare Group (THG) Plc affirmed that its operations remain unaffected by the alleged fraud scandal surrounding its former chairman, Doctor Boon Vanasin, and his family members. The healthcare group emphasised that Dr Boon stepped down from his positions as chairman and director in August 2022, and…
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Shore thing: Foreign couple shamed by locals for public sex on Phuket beach
Another foreign couple faced criticism from locals in Phuket after they were caught engaging in sexual activity on Kata Beach yesterday. A picture of the foreign couple, whose nationalities remain unidentified, was shared by the Phuket Times. The page posted the image for its followers today, November 25, with a caption that read… “It’s windy and chilly. Foreign tourists were…
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Motorcycle taxis causes traffic gridlock during Pattaya concert
A major hip-hop concert at Legend Siam created severe traffic chaos in Pattaya at the weekend, as hundreds of motorcycle taxis caused gridlock by parking illegally in the streets. The venue, located roughly 20 kilometres from central Pattaya, drew large crowds that overwhelmed the city’s already tourist-heavy traffic system on Saturday, November 23. The situation deteriorated when motorcycle taxi drivers…
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Thai cyanide killer’s lawyer withdraws, accuses client of failing to protect her
The lawyer representing the cyanide serial killer announced her withdrawal from the case and revealed plans to sue her former client for failing to protect her and withholding crucial information. On November 20, the court delivered a verdict in one of the murder cases involving Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn, also known as “Am Cyanide.” Sararat was sentenced to death for the…
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ASEAN airlines soars with regional stopover rights in 2025
Southeast Asian airlines will soon have the freedom to make multiple stops within ASEAN member states, marking a significant shift from current regulations that only permit direct return flights between destinations. Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that this change will be implemented once all ASEAN member states sign Protocol 5 on Own Stopover Rights. Loke explained in a press…
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Brace for a drenching as monsoon swoons into Thailand
Hold onto your umbrellas, folks, Thailand is in the grip of Mother Nature’s fury as severe weather warnings sweep the nation, with torrential monsoon rains getting ready to drench 10 provinces. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) isn’t mincing words, urging residents, especially those in flood-prone areas or near rivers, to keep their wits about them. The southern regions are…
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Thai couple accuses ex-employee of stealing 5 million baht in cash and gold
A Thai couple suspected their ex-employee of stealing cash and gold accessories worth over 5 million baht from their home in the northern province of Lampang. The couple, whose identities have not been disclosed, filed a complaint with Kelang Nakhon Police Station after discovering the theft. Their home, located in Mueang Lampang district, also operates as a second-hand auto parts store.…
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