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Sponsored Why retirees in Thailand are choosing long-term health insurance over quick fixes
Retirees in Thailand are increasingly seeing the importance of health insurance in protecting their well-being during retirement. With insurance requirements for retirement visas and rising healthcare costs, many are moving away from short-term plans and choosing long-term coverage. Long-term health...
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Thai piano teacher accuses renowned lawyer of attempted rape
A Thai piano teacher accused renowned lawyer Sittha Biabangkerd of attempted rape, sharing CCTV footage of the alleged incident with news outlets. Sittha’s name will be familiar to many as he was recently accused by Thai millionaire Jatuporn “Madam Oi” Ubonlert of swindling her out of 71 million baht. She claimed that Sittha deceived her into investing in an online…
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IPPUDO Thailand celebrates 10 years with a Michelin Star winning offering
To mark a decade of noodle nirvana in Thailand, IPPUDO is dishing out a deliciously irresistible promotion that’s sure to make your taste buds tingle. From November 10 to December 10, indulge in a piping-hot Zero Ramen for a mere 10 baht at the iconic ramen haunt. Here’s the scoop: simply purchase Thailand’s First Siphon Tonkotsu at Ippudo CentralWorld’s 7th…
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Sisaket house lights up after candle left burning overnight
A house fire broke out in Sisaket province after a man fell asleep with a candle lit due to a power cut, leading to a scramble for safety and the loss of his belongings. Apichat Kasorn, an investigator at Sisaket Provincial Police Station, received a report of a fire at house number 14, Village 5, Ban Yang Kut, Mak Kheab…
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Bangkok to transform Phahurat into vibrant Little India
Bangkok Metropolitan Council is set to transform the Phahurat area into a vibrant Little India, fostering comprehensive collaboration among the government, private sector, and community to attract tourists and boost investments, thereby increasing the nation’s revenue. John Surajit Pongsingwitaya, President of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council, announced the capital’s commitment to support the development of Phahurat into a Little India, a…
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Laotian mother appeals for hearing aids for blue-eyed twins with rare condition
A Laotian mother in the Isaan province of Nakhon Phanom is seeking public support for hearing aids for her twin daughters, who are hearing and speech impaired and have blue eyes due to Waardenburg syndrome. The two girls with bright blue eyes went viral on social media after a Facebook user, Wachi Wachi, shared their pictures on Monday, November 4.…
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Enlist now, reap rewards: PM hails modern Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence is shaking up Thailand’s military recruitment strategy, swapping the conscription model for a voluntary one packed with incentives and young Thais are taking note. In a recent visit to Infantry Division 6 in Roi Et province, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai lauded the successful transformation, highlighting that voluntary enlistment has surged significantly.…
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Chiang Mai tourists embrace 10 degrees cold snap
Chiang Mai is experiencing a significant drop in temperature, with the renowned Doi Inthanon registering a chilly 10 degrees Celsius (°C). Tourists are flocking to the area to enjoy the cold weather, despite warnings from the Northern Meteorological Centre about possible thunderstorms and weather changes that could impact health. The weather in Chiang Mai remains cold and overcast with intermittent…
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British and Dutch men arrested in Bangkok for drug trafficking
Officers from the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) arrested a British man and a Dutch man at a condominium in Bangkok yesterday for drug trafficking. They were found in possession of 210 grammes of ecstasy and over 37 grammes of cannabis. The ONCB officers held a press conference today, November 6, to provide details on the arrests of…
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Phuket project aims to save dugongs with new food plots
The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) in Phuket has initiated an experimental project to combat the decline of seagrass and provide supplementary food for dugongs. The project, currently underway on Rawai Beach, seeks to prevent the extinction of these marine mammals. Experimentation began at the Upper Andaman Marine and Coastal Resources Research Centre, where they have established natural…
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Drug-fuelled gun incident in Suan Luang ends with arrest
A dramatic incident unfolded in the Suan Luang area when a man under the influence of drugs fired a gun in a residential area. Special operation forces, fully armed, surrounded the area and managed to apprehend the suspect. The man now faces serious charges. Police were alerted to the situation around 5am today, November 6, following instructions from Witthawat Chinkham,…
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Thai girl’s arm saved from pool pipe nightmare in Si Racha
A village in Si Racha, Chon Buri witnessed a terrifying life-threatening ordeal when a young Thai girl found herself stuck in a swimming pool drainage pipe. The Sriracha Rescue Unit raced to the scene at Pornthep Village just after 5.30pm last Sunday, November 3 where a young girl’s left arm had become wedged in a powerful suction pipe, pulling water into…
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Molotov attack in Udon Thani leaves teen critically injured
A violent altercation in Udon Thani left a young man seriously injured after being attacked with Molotov cocktails. The incident unfolded when a group of youths targeted 18 year old Taa at a notorious intersection known for frequent disturbances. Footage from a nearby CCTV camera captured the harrowing scene, showing Taa and his 18 year old friend Art being pursued…
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Fatal attraction: Taiwanese man dies after sex with Thai transwoman
A Taiwanese man reportedly died after engaging in sexual activity with a Thai female sex worker who was later found to be a transwoman. Facebook page World Forum shared the tragic story of the 36 year old Taiwanese man, yesterday, November 5. “Top story in Taiwan. A 36 year old man from New Taipei City paid for sex with a Thai…
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Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week celebrates Thai excellence
The spotlight was firmly set on Siam Paragon, Bangkok’s ‘global destination,’ as it hosted the prestigious Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week 2024 (BIFW2024). Thailand’s annual fashion showcase featured 15 shows from renowned Thai and Asian designers. This year, the country’s fashion scene went next level with a special fashion talk – the WWD x Siam Piwat Global Fashion Spotlight,…
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Thailand introduces new inspection system for fuel measurement
Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce has initiated a new registration system for private entities to become certified inspection units, aiming to enhance the reliability of fuel measurement at service stations. The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) announced the criteria for this registration process. Starting July 26, they have been promoting this initiative and welcoming applications since August. This move is part…
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Chiang Mai gold necklace thief caught in traffic hold-up
A brazen thief who snatched a gold necklace from a popular shopping centre in Chiang Mai was apprehended at an intersection after attempting to evade capture. The suspect, who had tried to blend in by changing clothes, was eventually caught in traffic. Yesterday, November 5, a gold necklace weighing 1 baht was stolen from the Mangkhorn Thong Yaowarat jewellery store…
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Israeli man ‘wheelies’ into trouble with viral Phuket beach stunt
A viral video of an Israeli man carelessly riding a motorcycle on Kamala Beach in the Kathu district of Phuket led to him receiving a 5,000-baht fine yesterday, November 5. The video of the Israeli motorcyclist was shared by a witness in a chat group on both LINE and Facebook. The witness captioned it, “Kamala Beach Racing!” The footage showed…
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Bangkok saleswoman arrested for air conditioner fraud scheme
A Thai saleswoman has been apprehended by Bangkok’s investigative police for allegedly falsifying information to defraud clients by selling air conditioners. The arrest took place in the Ramkhamhaeng area of Bangkok after a thorough investigation led by the city’s police force. The saleswoman, 34 year old Panida, was taken into custody following a coordinated effort by the police, acting on…
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Big Joke’s wife sues woman and her husband over alleged false theft complaint
The wife of former police chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, filed a lawsuit against a woman and her police officer husband for allegedly lodging a false theft complaint accusing her of stealing gold and cash valued at 5.7 million baht. Sirinatda Hakparn, the wife of Big Joke, visited Phra Kanong Police Station on October 24 to deny accusations of theft…
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Overturned cement truck causes major Pattaya traffic jam
A cement truck overturned on Sukhumvit Road, leading to a significant traffic jam in Pattaya on Monday. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre received an emergency call about the incident at 5.06pm, Monday, November 4. Promptly responding to the alert, rescue volunteers and officers from Pattaya Police Station arrived at the scene. Upon their arrival, police officers discovered a medium-sized…
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Fire at Surat Thani car dealership damages five vehicles
The early hours of yesterday saw a fire engulf the Siam Charoen Yont car dealership located in Surat Thani, causing significant damage to five vehicles. The blaze was reported to the police, who promptly responded to the emergency. Police Lieutenant Phumiphat Jaiyen from the Surat Thani City Police Station, in collaboration with Police Colonel Nipon Chatri and local disaster relief…
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Bangkok sings the blues: Cops bust Chinese in illegal karaoke bar
Police officers raided an illegal karaoke bar in the Huay Kwang district of Bangkok yesterday, arresting 26 Chinese nationals involved in a drug party. Officers from Huay Kwang Police Station and the Youth and Women’s Welfare Centre received a tip-off about the illegal bar and acted swiftly, conducting the raid yesterday, November 5. Upon arrival, they encountered a 25 year…
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Pattaya enhances water safety with ‘Better Pattaya Bay’ initiative
Pattaya City, in collaboration with the Marine Department, has introduced the Better Pattaya Bay initiative to enhance the organisation of speedboat, jet ski, and banana boat services along Pattaya Beach. This move aims to prioritise the safety of tourists by keeping marine motorsports 200 metres away from the shore, as highlighted by Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet yesterday, November 5. With…
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UNESCO Thai heritage site threatened by reservoir projects: Probe
Environmentalists are urging a House committee to investigate two reservoir construction projects that they fear may threaten the Dong Phayayen–Khao Yai Forest Complex in Nakhon Ratchasima, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Klong Madue reservoir project in Nakhon Nayok and another near the forest complex have raised concerns among conservationists. Suthee Rattanamongkol, leading the Khao Yai Forest Conservation Network,…
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PM Paetongtarn attends key regional conferences in China
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is set to attend two significant regional conferences in Kunming, China. These gatherings, scheduled today, November 6, and tomorrow, will precede her journey to Peru for the APEC summit on Sunday, as confirmed by Jirayu Houngsub, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office. The initial conference is the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion Economic Cooperation Programme Summit (GMS…
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Danish tourist terrorises Koh Samui with weapons cache
A Danish tourist left Koh Samui in shock after a terrifying string of incidents involving threats, weapons, and what police are calling disturbing behaviour. Bophut Police began their investigation around 11am on Saturday, November 2 after multiple complaints about a foreign man wielding an air gun and machete, allegedly menacing locals and tourists. Witnesses reported the man, identified as 31…
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Taxi driver caught with drugs and knives at Phuket Airport
A taxi driver was apprehended at Phuket International Airport after a routine checkpoint revealed knives and two methamphetamine pills in his vehicle. This incident unfolded yesterday, November 4, during a security sweep conducted by the airport’s security team alongside Sakhu Police. The checkpoint operation, running from 10am to midday, was established to uphold traffic laws and deter any illegal substances…
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Pet dog turned blind after vet visit in Central Thailand
A 57 year old Thai man filed a formal complaint with the president of the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation for Children and Women in Pathum Thani. He is seeking justice for his pet dog, which was blinded following a trim at a veterinary clinic on the Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road. Athit Ritsitthangkun reported the incident to Paveena Hongsakul yesterday, November 4 at 5pm,…
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Thai mother cages in drug-addicted son in Buriram (video)
A situation has arisen in Buriram province where a 64 year old mother took drastic measures to handle her 42 year old son’s severe drug addiction and erratic behaviour. The son, who also struggles with gambling addiction, has been a source of distress, frequently threatening her and causing damage to their property. Despite undergoing rehabilitation over 10 times, his condition…
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Purr-fect: Chubby clouded leopard charms all at Chiang Mai Safari (video)
A clouded leopard named Mangpor, residing in Chiang Mai Night Safari, has captured the hearts of social media users with its chubby appearance and playful nature. The 16 year old feline, often mistaken for a giant cat, has become an Internet sensation as visitors flock to catch a glimpse of its endearing antics. Mangpor is part of the Jaguar Trail,…
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