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  • Tourist beaten by ladyboys on Soi Bangla after dine-and-dash

    Tourist beaten by ladyboys on Soi Bangla after dine-and-dash

    A wild brawl erupted in the early hours of yesterday on Phuket’s infamous Bangla Road after a tourist allegedly skipped out on paying for his meal. The chaotic scene, which unfolded yesterday, March 12, in the heart of Patong, Kathu district, saw a group of local ladyboys, unhappy at the dine and dasher’s behaviour, confronted the man before the situation…

  • Thai monk expelled after attacking nurse in Lop Buri hospital

    Thai monk expelled after attacking nurse in Lop Buri hospital

    A Thai monk with epilepsy and a history of mental illness attacked an assistant nurse at a hospital in Lop Buri province, striking the victim twice in the back and neck. A video showing a group of Thai men attempting to restrain the monk by pinning him to the ground was shared on Thai social media platforms and went viral.…

  • 400 baht minimum wage adjustment in Thailand still unconfirmed

    400 baht minimum wage adjustment in Thailand still unconfirmed

    Progress on the proposed nationwide 400 baht minimum wage adjustment remains uncertain, as confirmed by Boonsong Thapchaiyuth, the permanent secretary of the Labour Ministry. Boonsong stated that the matter is not on the current meeting agenda but assured efforts to meet the May 1 deadline set by the labour minister. The current wage board’s term will end today, March 13.…

  • Thai health initiative nears target with 18 million educated on carbs

    Thai health initiative nears target with 18 million educated on carbs

    The Ministry of Public Health announced that its initiative encouraging Thai citizens to monitor their carbohydrate intake has achieved notable success. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin revealed that over 18 million people have been educated on carbohydrate counting, nearing the project’s target of 20 million by March 20. With assistance from village health volunteers across the country, 445,791 individuals monitored…

  • All systems go: Bangkok’s new Red Line to be greenlit in April

    All systems go: Bangkok’s new Red Line to be greenlit in April

    The eagerly anticipated extension of Thailand’s Red Line from Siriraj Hospital to Salaya is racing towards Cabinet approval this April. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced that the colossal 15.17 billion baht project has cleared all the necessary bureaucratic hurdles. The Finance Ministry, Budget Bureau, and National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) have all rendered their blessing, sending the proposal…

  • Busted! Bangkok officials caught in bogus 2.8m baht bus repair scam

    Busted! Bangkok officials caught in bogus 2.8m baht bus repair scam

    Seven officials from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have been detained for their alleged involvement in a corruption scheme concerning fabricated repairs to five buses, resulting in costs of 2.8 million baht. Their arrest followed an inspection of a repair garage yesterday morning, March 12. This inspection was conducted by senior officials, including Phumwisan Kasemsuk, Secretary General of the Public…

  • Thai and stormy: 48 provinces brace for wild weather, and hail

    Thai and stormy: 48 provinces brace for wild weather, and hail

    Weather conditions in 48 provinces across Thailand are expected to include thunderstorms, with some areas experiencing hail and strong winds. Despite these conditions, the overall weather remains very hot, according to the Thai Meteorological Department‘s (TMD) forecast for the next 24 hours. Northern Thailand will experience very hot weather with thunderstorms in 20% of the area, strong winds, and hail in…

  • Drug-fuelled taxi rage: Man arrested with gun and meth in Phuket

    Drug-fuelled taxi rage: Man arrested with gun and meth in Phuket

    A man was arrested after allegedly threatening a taxi driver with a pen gun near Mae Somchit Kata Fresh Market, only for police to discover he was also carrying crystal meth. The dramatic incident unfolded at 6pm on Monday, March 10, when Wichit Police received a report of a man menacing a taxi driver with a concealed weapon on Kata…

  • Illegal foreign workers busted in Pattaya villa scam crackdown

    Illegal foreign workers busted in Pattaya villa scam crackdown

    Tourist Police in Pattaya arrested 25 foreign nationals working illegally at pool villa construction sites, exposing a growing network of illegal foreign-run property developments. The operation, led by Police Colonel Man Rotthong, targeted Chinese investors suspected of developing villa rentals that function as illegal hotels. Acting on a tip-off about 40 Chinese and Myanmar workers, officers raided four construction sites…

  • Nurse on track: Off-duty hero saves passenger on Bangkok BTS (video)

    Nurse on track: Off-duty hero saves passenger on Bangkok BTS (video)

    A nurse garnered praise for assisting a passenger who fainted on the BTS train in Bangkok, even though she was on her way to work. Yesterday, March 11, TikTok user @sittiaew shared a video capturing the commendable act, highlighting the nurse’s dedication to her profession. The video depicts the nurse and a BTS security officer helping a passenger who had…

  • Luxury v law: Phuket crackdown targets beachfront land grab

    Luxury v law: Phuket crackdown targets beachfront land grab

    Officials in Phuket are ramping up efforts to reclaim Bang Tao Beach from unauthorised developments, with high-end hotels and businesses facing potential demolition after illegally encroaching on public land. Yesterday, March 11, officials from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) Phuket branch, led by Director Suwat Saowarun, launched their second crackdown on beachfront encroachments in Cherng Talay. Joined by Thalang District…

  • Thai man faces jail time after dropping Yaba pill in front of officials

    Thai man faces jail time after dropping Yaba pill in front of officials

    A Thai man absent mindedly forgot that he had hidden some methamphetamine, better known in Thailand as Yaba, in his wallet and accidentally dropped six tablets in front of government officials. According to a new law, anyone found in possession of less than five Yaba tablets will be encouraged to attend rehabilitation. After rehab, suspects can waive a jail term…

  • Ruff justice: Thai neighbour threatens to silence barking dog for good

    Ruff justice: Thai neighbour threatens to silence barking dog for good

    A woman received a threatening letter from a neighbour, warning that her dog would be killed due to its excessive barking. The neighbour claimed the dog barked all day and night, but the woman refuted this, stating the dog only barked sporadically. Yesterday, March 11, a Facebook user posted a photo of the threatening letter in a group called Adorable…

  • Uthai Thani housekeeper loses 12 lottery tickets, seeks public help

    Uthai Thani housekeeper loses 12 lottery tickets, seeks public help

    A housekeeper in Uthai Thani is desperately appealing for help after losing 12 lottery tickets, just a day after celebrating her birthday. What was meant to be a stroke of luck has turned into a nightmare, leaving her hoping for a miracle. Yesterday, March 11, 46 year old Vilairat Wichienrat, a resident of Khao Kwang Thong subdistrict, Nong Chang district,…

  • Delivery truck overturns onto pickup, injuring driver in Chumphon

    Delivery truck overturns onto pickup, injuring driver in Chumphon

    A six-wheel delivery truck veered off its lane and overturned onto a pickup truck, severely injuring its driver, who was trapped inside. The truck driver admitted to dozing off after leaving Chon Buri late at night to deliver parcels to Surat Thani, despite taking several rest breaks. At 11.30am yesterday, March 11, Police Lieutenant Kriengchai Choomkaew, deputy inspector of Sawi…

  • Rent, steal, sell: Couple busted in Pattaya car theft scam

    Rent, steal, sell: Couple busted in Pattaya car theft scam

    A couple accused of running an elaborate car theft scam were arrested in Pattaya after allegedly renting vehicles, disabling GPS trackers, and selling them on the black market. The operation spanned multiple provinces, with victims reporting losses in Chon Buri, Pattaya, Nonthaburi, and Kanchanaburi. On March 9, Chon Buri Highway Police arrested 48 year old Thanakrit and 29 year old…

  • Police seize 520 kilogrammes of crystal meth in freezer bust

    Police seize 520 kilogrammes of crystal meth in freezer bust

    The Central Investigation Bureau announced the seizure of 520 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine hidden in freezers, aimed for distribution in southern Thailand. Police also disrupted a significant e-cigarette trade, arresting numerous suspects and confiscating thousands of products. Police Lieutenant General Surapol Prembutr, commander of the Provincial Police Region 1, along with Deputy Commander Police Major General Chokchai Ngamwong and other…

  • Opposition urged to revise censure motion excluding Thaksin

    Opposition urged to revise censure motion excluding Thaksin

    The opposition has until March 19 to revise its position and exclude any references to external parties to ensure the censure debate proceeds as planned on March 24, according to House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha. The speaker’s remarks pertain to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who is perceived as the influential figure behind the ruling Pheu Thai Party. Wan…

  • Man shot dead at home in Phatthalung after electricity cut

    Man shot dead at home in Phatthalung after electricity cut

    A 38 year old man was killed at his home in Phatthalung. The gunman, who had been released from prison two years ago for drug charges, cut the electricity before the fatal shooting. At 12.05am today, March 12, Police Lieutenant Athipat Maisuk from Khuan Khanun district station in Phatthalung province received a report of a shooting. The incident resulted in…

  • Jomtien Beach revamp nears completion, flooding fix underway

    Jomtien Beach revamp nears completion, flooding fix underway

    Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach transformation is well underway, with more than 80% of the project completed as the city works to tackle persistent flooding and modernise its landscape. Set for completion by the end of this year, the massive upgrade promises better drainage, improved footpaths, more parking, and enhanced lighting—a game-changer for residents and tourists alike. Mayor Poramet Ngampichet recently inspected…

  • Thai casino plans put on ice as Cabinet refuses to roll the dice

    Thai casino plans put on ice as Cabinet refuses to roll the dice

    The bill proposing a casino-entertainment complex was not taken up for deliberation by the Cabinet as anticipated, according to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. A public hearing is awaited before further action can be taken. The 38 year old Thai PM emphasised the importance of not rushing the bill into law. She highlighted the need for public opinion and dissenting views…

  • Tragic karaoke bar shooting in Phatthalung leaves woman dead

    Tragic karaoke bar shooting in Phatthalung leaves woman dead

    A 40 year old Laotian woman was tragically shot and killed inside a karaoke bar on Phetkasem Road between Phatthalung and Hat Yai at 9pm yesterday, March 11. Police Colonel Chan Narong Sangsang from Khao Chaison Police Station, Phatthalung province, received the report and promptly arrived at the scene with an investigative team and local rescue volunteers. Inside the karaoke…

  • Heartbroken Thai woman directs men from dating app to neighbour’s homes

    Heartbroken Thai woman directs men from dating app to neighbour’s homes

    A Thai woman deceived several men she met on a dating application by directing them to her neighbours’ homes in Bangkok, causing chaos in the community. The suspect claimed she carried out the deception as an act of revenge. Three families living in Mueang Pracha Village on Hathairat Road in the Khlong Samwa district of Bangkok filed complaints with Nimitmai…

  • Puff and cuff: Pattaya Teen’s e-cigarette hustle goes up in smoke

    Puff and cuff: Pattaya Teen’s e-cigarette hustle goes up in smoke

    A 19 year old girl’s online side hustle took a dramatic turn when she was caught red-handed selling illegal e-cigarettes in a police sting operation in Pattaya. Bang Lamung district chief Patcharapath Sritanyanon ordered a Special Operations Unit to take down online sellers of illegal vapes. Police set up a sting after discovering the young suspect had been advertising e-cigarettes…

  • Russian wheeler-dealer busted for shady bike rentals in Krabi

    Russian wheeler-dealer busted for shady bike rentals in Krabi

    Police arrested a Russian man for illegally operating motorcycle rental shops in the southern province of Krabi, using Thai nationals as nominees. Officers from the Krabi Immigration Office, the Revenue Office, and Tourist Police received a tip-off about multiple illegal vehicle rental shops in the province. These shops were reportedly operated by foreign nationals. The officers spent more than three…

  • Overstayed and overplayed: German man nabbed in Thai drug bust

    Overstayed and overplayed: German man nabbed in Thai drug bust

    A German man is behind bars in Maha Sarakham following a dramatic arrest for drug possession and a whopping 377-day visa overstay. Immigration police swooped yesterday, March 11, after a local resort owner reported odd behaviour from a foreign guest in Room 2. The suspect, 53 year old Thomas, looked startled and suspiciously fiddled with the door lock when officers…

  • Man found dead in Lop Buri after two-year disappearance

    Man found dead in Lop Buri after two-year disappearance

    A man found dead with multiple stab wounds near a roadside pavilion in Lop Buri has been identified. The deceased was named as 40 year old Komsan, missing for over two years. Police are investigating his death, while family members are puzzled by his presence in the area. Yesterday, March 11, Police Colonel Chaimit Sitthipoon of the Phatthana Nikhom District…

  • Russian woman accuses Phuket taxi driver’s wife of assault

    Russian woman accuses Phuket taxi driver’s wife of assault

    The wife of a taxi driver in Phuket denied assaulting a Russian passenger during a ride. Instead, she turned the tables on the Eastern European and accused the woman of insulting her. The Facebook page โหดจัง จังหวัดภูเก็ต (Phuket is so brutal) shared a video recorded by a 31 year old Russian woman, whose name has not been disclosed, with a caption stating……

  • Footballer injured in violent match seeks justice in Samut Prakan (video)

    Footballer injured in violent match seeks justice in Samut Prakan (video)

    A 38 year old football player filed a police report after a match turned violent, leading to a broken arm. He accused his opponent of intentionally targeting him rather than playing the game. The incident took place on March 9 at the Song Singh field in Samut Prakan’s Mueang district. Ritnarong provided a medical certificate and video footage as evidence…

  • Tragedy at university: Family fights for justice after fatal crash

    Tragedy at university: Family fights for justice after fatal crash

    A 19 year old Myanmar student is demanding justice after his brother was killed in a horrific motorcycle accident near Assumption University, Bangkok, only to face a nightmare of medical delays, bureaucratic indifference, and shocking university negligence. The tragedy unfolded at noon on November 18 last year when the victim and his 17 year old cousin were riding to university.…