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Illegally imported pork carcasses spark disease concerns in Thailand
At Laem Chabang port in Thailand‘s Chon Buri province, the Customs Department confiscated a total of 161 containers filled with frozen pork carcasses that had been illegally imported from various countries. The illegally imported pork shipments were found to lack proper documentation and certification, raising concerns about the potential spread of disease among both consumers and local livestock farmers. As…
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Woman poisons four husbands after marriages for dowries, sentenced to death
A shocking story has emerged of a young Chinese woman who married four times, with each husband dying mysteriously shortly after the wedding. Suspicions from the family of her fourth husband led to the police uncovering the horrifying truth and arresting the woman for her crimes. The woman, born in 1977, faced a difficult childhood due to her father’s early…
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Buddhist nun’s husband murders her lover at house in Trang
A Thai man murdered the lover of his wife, who was a Buddhist nun at a house in the Ratsada district in the southern province of Trang. On June 16, the officers from the Huay Yod Police Station, accompanied by medical professionals and rescuers, rushed to a house located across Baan Hua Rat Temple to investigate the death of a…
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Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail endorsed by PM for easy city commute
Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail route was given a stamp of approval today by Thailand’s Caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who described the new mode of transport as “comfortable.” Setting off from the Yellow Line railway depot on Srinagarindra Road, he and his entourage embarked on a 45 minute journey covering the entire monorail line and reaching Lat Phrao. Though the…
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Russian tourist attacked by foreigners, not bouncers, in Pattaya bar brawl
In Pattaya, recent developments show a different story about an altercation involving a Russian tourist at a Walking Street go-go bar. Instead of being attacked by the bar’s security personnel, it was discovered that two foreign men initiated the fight, while the venue’s bouncers attempted to control the situation. A CCTV recording from the go-go bar revealed that an unidentified…
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Young woman murdered by gambling-addicted ex-boyfriend, father shares harrowing ordeal
Another perspective on the tragic murder case of a young woman, 23 years old, shot dead by her enraged ex-boyfriend, has emerged. The victim’s father revealed details of how the family desperately sought help and tried to rescue their daughter before her untimely demise. The attacker, Channarong, 35 years old, is now in police custody. The incident took place in…
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Myanmar crisis: Urgent peace talks to be held in Thailand amidst regional concerns
Thailand’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Don Pramudwinai, has asserted the importance of ongoing regional peace talks with Myanmar, explaining that Thailand has suffered due to the crisis in the neighbouring country and urgent action must be taken to support peacekeeping efforts. In an exclusive interview with Bangkok Post, Don revealed that the meeting will proceed regardless of some Association of Southeast…
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Facebook fraud: Lavish lifestyle of Thai duo results in arrest for 20 million baht scam
A fraud scheme operated through Facebook has led to the arrest of a Thai couple in Phuket. The couple, a 37 year old man and a 34 year old woman, allegedly attracted victims to their deception by posting images of piles of cash and flaunting a luxurious lifestyle on their Facebook page. The couple cleverly executed a Facebook fraud scheme,…
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Thai woman lures men into buying motorcycles and steals them
Police arrested a Thai woman who lured more than 20 victims, especially men, into making down payments for motorcycles for her and vanished with the stolen motorcycles. A 32 year old Thai man named Thawee filed a complaint with the officers from Pluak Daeng Police Station in the eastern province of Rayong that his girlfriend, Tippawan Homduang, stole his motorcycle.…
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Tourists beware of cannabis scam at Phuket’s Freedom Beach as couple falls victim
A couple visiting Freedom Beach in Phuket, Thailand, fell for a cannabis scam while enjoying their holiday. The scammers manipulated them into trying cannabis, causing them to lose control and become disorientated – they were rescued by a good samaritan before any harm was done. According to today’s report by Khaosod, the incident occurred when the Thai couple was visiting…
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Three arrest warrants issued in Thai 140 million baht online gambling extortion case
Arrest warrants have been issued for three individuals believed to be involved in the extortion of six suspects connected to an online gambling case. Deputy national police chief, Surachate Hakparn, confirmed the issuance of the warrants for Veera Nasab, his spouse, and Phisit Nakhisornpanee, on charges of bribery and theft. Veera and Phisit are suspected to have fled to a…
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Victims lost nearly 1 million baht at hotel, secret doors found in rooms
Thai victims lost nearly one million baht in cash and assets to a thief at a hotel in the central province of Kanchanaburi. The secret and suspicious doors were discovered inside the room. The hotel owner claimed that the doors were an escape route for mistresses. The victims were two families who checked in and stayed at the hotel on…
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Thai recycled clothing fashion to reach 1.3 billion baht by 2032
As environmental concerns rise globally, consumer demand for clothing made from recycled materials continues to grow. Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) director-general, highlighted the environmental impacts of the textile industry, which consumes 93 billion cubic metres of water annually, releases 1.7 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide, and accounts for 20% of worldwide wastewater discharge. Major fashion…
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Denied education despite paid fees, Thai teen ignites debate on school system reform
In a determined effort to continue her education, 15 year old Yok Thanalop made her fourth visit to Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn School. Despite paying the term fees and having the support of the Committee for the Rights of the Child, the school refused to accept her as a student, sparking intense debates on both sides. At 7am today, Yok…
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Chiang Mai tourism: Haze issue risks long-stay senior tourist numbers
Tourism operators in Chiang Mai are urging the new government to address the persistent haze issue to attract the return of long-stay senior tourists, whose absence has dealt a significant blow to the province’s economy. The leader of the Move Forward Party, Pita Limjaroenrat, visited Chiang Mai last week and discussed environmental and tourism policies with local industry representatives. According…
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Household debt in Thailand soars to 86.9% of GDP, dampening consumer spending
Thailand’s mounting household debt is raising concerns, as it continues to hinder consumer spending, affecting various industries and impeding economic growth. The latest data from the National Economic and Social Development Council shows debt in the nation reached 15.1 trillion baht in the fourth quarter of 2022, a 3.5% increase year on year, and accounting for 86.9% of GDP. Debt…
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Thai police seize 1,000 million baht assets in embezzlement case linked to ‘Boy’
Thai police have seized assets worth over 1,000 million baht (US$28,800,000) from a suspect known as “Boy” in connection to an alleged 140 million baht (US$4,036,000) embezzlement case. Speaking yesterday, police deputy commander Surachet Hakpal detailed that nine out of ten men facing accusations had reported to authorities, including Chonburi’s provincial governor. The investigation continues, with financial examinations expected to…
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Southwest monsoon brings heavy rain, high waves to 42 Thai provinces; caution advised
A southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea and Thailand has led to heavy rain and high waves in 42 provinces, while Bangkok‘s rainy season is expected to bring downpours in some areas. The Thai Meteorological Department warns this weather pattern is expected to continue, with flash floods and high waves occurring, particularly in the east. “The southern westerly wind is…
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Bangkok group urges MRTA to protect historic shophouses in station plan
A Bangkok civil group has urged the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to move the proposed entry point for the Phan Fa Purple Line station in a bid to protect historic shophouses located on Phra Sumen Road. Rosana Tositrakul, an ex-senator of Bangkok and president of the Rattanakosin Heritage Conservation Group (RHCG), expressed concern that the century-old shophouses could be…
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One dead, one injured as pickup truck overturns in Chachoengsao; driver missing
A pickup truck overturned and submerged in a water-filled ditch in Chachoengsao province, leaving one person dead and another injured. The incident occurred around 9.40pm yerterday, near the Sor. Prapasilp company on Chachoengsao–Suvarnabhumi Road. A third individual initially reported to be part of the group, has yet to be found. At the accident site, a white Mitsubishi Triton pickup registered…
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Newlyweds die in motorcycle crash after 43-day marriage
A tragic motorcycle accident has claimed the lives of a recently married couple, who had been together for over eight years before finally being married just 43 days ago. The pair, a 39 years old teacher and a 38 years old electrical maintenance worker, were on a leisure trip when the incident occurred. The story began when Areerat, a school…
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Gold rush gone wrong: Thai influencer in hot water as cyber police investigate fraud allegations
A famous Thai influencer found herself facing the cyber police over allegations of fraud relating to the sale of gold lottery boxes and importing false information into a computer system. The total damage exceeds several million baht, as victims claimed they did not receive the boxes after purchasing them. The alleged fraudster, Anna Warintara Watsang, has yet to provide any…
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Pattaya theft: Thieves nab 13,000 baht from water vending machine
In Pattaya, two thieves successfully managed to nab 13,000 baht from a drinking water vending machine in front of a grocery store. The theft, which took place within the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, was caught on CCTV in the early hours of June 10. The suspects arrived at the scene on a motorbike, quickly…
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Promoting Thailand as a global wellness destination at the 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit
CISW European Wellness World Co., Ltd. and CISW International Co., Ltd. have joined forces with both the public and private sectors to organise the 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit (TTWW). The event is set to take place on 30th June 2023 at Bangkok’s Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55. Its aim is to support the growth of Thailand’s flourishing…
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Young student loses savings in iPad scam, Bangkok woman arrested
Police apprehended Nirisara, a 23 year old ‘money mule’ operating a scam that targeted a 16 year old student from Phichit, who lost her entire savings while trying to purchase an iPad for her studies. The Criminal Investigation Division officers, working closely with PCT Unit 5, arrested Nirisara in Bangkok’s Khlong Tan area after an intense investigation. The scam began when…
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Tragic twist: Thai woman stabbed to death by fellow resident in Bangkok condo
A Thai woman’s life was tragically cut short when she was stabbed to death by a fellow Thai man at her condominium in Bangkok. The perpetrator was swiftly caught by the victim’s neighbours, who responded to the disturbance. Officers from Buppharam Police Station rushed to room 616 on the sixth floor of a condominium located in Bangkok’s Khlong San district.…
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Illegal oil transport scandal leads to excise director’s suspension in Thailand
A recent internal investigation revealed the involvement of the Excise Department’s Prevention and Suppression Bureau director in a case regarding illegal oil transportation, intercepted by the Highway Police on June 7. The unnamed director’s alleged involvement came to light when he reportedly contacted the Highway Police Department (HPD) in an attempt to secure the release of a detained driver and…
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Old man posing as religious leader arrested for assaulting teen in Phuket
Officials apprehended a 60 year old man, Ismael Todting, who posed as a religious leader to deceive and assault a 16 year old girl in a Phuket hotel. He planned and lured the victim by gaining her trust before forcing himself on her and fleeing. Authorities tracked him down to Yala province, where he was participating in a group activity,…
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Illegal drug bust: RTP arrest foreign duo and local ladies in Thailand cross-border narcotics scheme
Royal Thai Police officers yesterday arrested two foreign men and two Thai women for supplying illegal life-threatening drugs at home and abroad. The illegal products worth 6 million baht were confiscated. The investigation into the illegal drugs in Thailand was conducted following a tip-off of a 33 year old Kazakhstani woman named Gaukhar Kussainova who illegally supplied dangerous weight loss drugs…
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Travel agency owner arrested for defrauding customers of 4m baht in European tour deposits
Police apprehend a travel agency owner accused of defrauding customers out of 4 million baht (US$ 115,495) in deposit money for European tours. The suspect, 47 year old Supachoke, was arrested in front of his Thonburi accommodation after a considerable number of victims filed complaints. Yesterday, in response to several complaints, officers from the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) arrested…
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