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    5 ways retirees in Thailand lose money (and how to stop it)

    Retiring in Thailand can be affordable and enjoyable, but many retirees lose money due to common mistakes. High living costs, scams, and unexpected expenses can quickly drain savings. There are five ways that retirees in Thailand can lose money and...

  • Domestic violence shocks Sattahip: Ex-prisoner son assaults mother

    Domestic violence shocks Sattahip: Ex-prisoner son assaults mother

    The tranquillity of the quaint town of Sattahip, nestled in the province of Chon Buri, was shattered yesterday, as a disconcerting incident of domestic violence came to light. A 51 year old single mother bore the brunt of an assault allegedly perpetrated by her own son, a 28 year old man recently released from prison. Identified as Ratchaphon, the son’s…

  • Thai rangers seize 200,000 amphetamine pills after clash with drug traffickers

    Thai rangers seize 200,000 amphetamine pills after clash with drug traffickers

    A deadly clash between Thai rangers and suspected drug traffickers broke out late at night on November 11, at Mae Fah Luang, Chiang Rai. The conflict ended with one trafficker lifeless and the seizure of 200,000 amphetamine pills, as confirmed by officials from the Pha Muang Army. The Pha Muang Army officials explained that their investigative team had received a…

  • Retired soldier fatally shot during temple ceremony in Nadi

    Retired soldier fatally shot during temple ceremony in Nadi

    The tranquillity of a religious ceremony at the Burana Sattha Tham temple in Nadi, Prachinburi was abruptly shattered by gunfire at 12.20pm on November 11. The shocking incident, which took place in 2023, resulted in one fatality, a 63 year old retired soldier, identified as 2nd Lieutenant Natthakit Prasankok. Nadi police officers, swiftly dispatched to the scene, found the victim…

  • Star Petroleum predicts global oil price drop despite high energy demand

    Star Petroleum predicts global oil price drop despite high energy demand

    Star Petroleum Refining Plc predicts a decrease in global oil prices for the remainder of the year despite robust energy demand. The reduction in prices is anticipated due to a potential surplus among key oil producers, according to Sakchai Thamsuruk, the manager for supply and planning at the petroleum company. The global oil industry is closely observing Saudi Arabia and…

  • European tourists decline by 50% in Koh Kut amid global tensions

    European tourists decline by 50% in Koh Kut amid global tensions

    A drastic 50% drop in the number of European tourists visiting the Koh Kut district in Trat has been witnessed this year, as reported by the chairman of the Koh Kut administrative organisation. The chairman, who also operates a resort on the island, revealed that around 160,000 to 170,000 tourists visited the district last year, contributing to a revenue of…

  • Thai mall arrest: Pervert apprehended for secretly filming woman in bathroom

    Thai mall arrest: Pervert apprehended for secretly filming woman in bathroom

    The Thai mall arrest of a 29 year old pervert who attempted to secretly film a woman in a bathroom at a prominent shopping mall, has been arrested by the Thai Metropolitan Police. The pervert, identified as Phongsit Lumna, from Roi Et province, who was captured in Don Hualor, Chon Buri, has a history of criminal activity, ranging from burglary…

  • Thai man jailed for killing Chinese scammer in Cambodia dies in prison

    Thai man jailed for killing Chinese scammer in Cambodia dies in prison

    A Thai man jailed for killing a Chinese member of a call centre scam gang in Cambodia has died in prison. The government was urged to help Thai people lured into working for unscrupulous scam gangs in Southeast Asia. The 40 year old mother of the deceased, Boonraem Boonme, travelled from the central province of Sukhothai to the eastern province…

  • Fatal motorcycle accident in Thailand: Woman crushed under six-wheel truck

    Fatal motorcycle accident in Thailand: Woman crushed under six-wheel truck

    A woman tragically lost her life when her motorcycle was run over by a six-wheel truck along a public road. The driver of the truck, 41 year old Komson, claims he was oblivious to the collision until alerted by bystanders. The unfortunate motorcycle accident occurred around 10.30am today. The deceased, who will remain anonymous, was found lifeless atop her Honda…

  • Love’s detour: Thai man loses motorcycle to woman he met on dating app in central Thailand

    Love’s detour: Thai man loses motorcycle to woman he met on dating app in central Thailand

    A Thai man turned to Uthai Police Station officers in the central province of Ayutthaya for help after losing his motorcycle to a woman he met on a dating application. The 39 year old man, named Boy, filed a complaint against a Thai woman, Fai, for stealing his motorcycle from his house in Ayutthaya province. Boy explained that he met…

  • Thai weather forecast: Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and temperature drop predicted

    Thai weather forecast: Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and temperature drop predicted

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) predicts severe rainfall and strong gusty winds over the next seven days, followed by a rapid temperature drop of 4 to 6 degrees Celsius. According to the Thai weather forecast, southern Thailand is expected to experience heavy rainfall, increasing the risk of flash floods and forest runoffs. The Thai weather forecast for the period of…

  • Shade crusaders: Phuket’s Multicoloured Umbrella Group seeks sun-soaked justice from governor for beachfront comeback

    Shade crusaders: Phuket’s Multicoloured Umbrella Group seeks sun-soaked justice from governor for beachfront comeback

    The sandy shores of Phuket reverberated with a plea for help from a collective of former umbrella vendors, now united as the Multicoloured Umbrella Group. Previously engaged in setting up beach umbrellas at Karon, these individuals are now appealing for the intervention of Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat. Their request? A fair reinstatement to their beachfront locations, allowing them to resume…

  • Tourist truce: PM Srettha makes a ‘Great Wall’ of friendship, inviting Chinese police to patrol in Thailand

    Tourist truce: PM Srettha makes a ‘Great Wall’ of friendship, inviting Chinese police to patrol in Thailand

    Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin planned to ask Chinese police to join patrols at several tourist attractions in Thailand to win the trust of tourists from the People’s Republic of China. Unexpectedly, the visa-free policy is failing to attract Chinese tourists to Thailand after the pandemic. Most Chinese tourists are reportedly worried about their safety in Thailand following the death…

  • Thailand prepares for onset of cool season as northern front approaches

    Thailand prepares for onset of cool season as northern front approaches

    Thailand is bracing for a weather shift as a cool front from the north is set to lower temperatures starting tomorrow, signalling the onset of the cool season. This front, according to reports from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), was making its way over the region during the weekend, bringing with it strong winds. The shift in weather won’t be…

  • School honours late teacher, strengthens security after teen shooting incident

    School honours late teacher, strengthens security after teen shooting incident

    The Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus School held a memorial ceremony for one of its teachers, a significant faculty member, who was tragically lost in a teen shooting incident. The event occurred around 8.30am today. The school is now increasing its security measures to ensure such incidents don’t reoccur. The 50 year old Assistant Director of Human Resources and…

  • Thai mother hires gunman for murder of her drug addicted son

    Thai mother hires gunman for murder of her drug addicted son

    A Thai mother surrendered herself to the police and confessed to hiring a gunman for the murder of her drug addicted son in a house in the Isaan province of Loei. The death of a 31 year old Thai man, Weeraphan Phothong, was reported to the Chiang Khan Police Station officers on Thursday, November 9 at about 9am. Weeraphan was…

  • Iberdrola highlights hydrogen’s commercialisation challenges despite its green potential

    Iberdrola highlights hydrogen’s commercialisation challenges despite its green potential

    A green and abundant energy source for the future, hydrogen commercialisation is difficult without government subsidies, according to Iberdrola, the world’s third-largest private renewable electric utility provider. The company suggests that hydrogen might not be the ideal energy source for passenger cars, but rather for heavy logistics and industry. Armando Martinez, Iberdrola’s chief executive, acknowledged that hydrogen has been used by…

  • Teenager killed in explosive attack amid youth group feud in Bangkok

    Teenager killed in explosive attack amid youth group feud in Bangkok

    A teenager was killed following an explosive attack and shooting incident, allegedly stemming from a longstanding feud between local youth groups. The fatal event occurred around 2am today, November 13, by the side of a parallel road to the motorway in the Prawet district. The victim, a 15 year old student named A, was found near the mouth of Soi…

  • PTT reinvestment: Diversifying beyond oil and petrochemicals for future growth

    PTT reinvestment: Diversifying beyond oil and petrochemicals for future growth

    National energy conglomerate PTT Plc has initiated a reinvestment phase, eyeing new ventures for future growth. This move follows the stagnation of the company’s traditional businesses, which are primarily centred around the oil refinery and petrochemical sectors. As these avenues have limited potential for enhancing future income, the company emphasises the need for reinvestment. PTT’s President and Chief Executive Officer,…

  • Unidentified man’s body found in Bangkok ditch: Gruesome mystery unfolds

    Unidentified man’s body found in Bangkok ditch: Gruesome mystery unfolds

    A deceased man, aged between 30 and 40 years old, was discovered in a ditch in Soi Tha Kham 20, Bang Khun Thian District, Bangkok. The body, shot six times and showing several stabbing wounds, was hidden under leaves, presumably to avoid detection by locals. The man, wearing a brown T-shirt with an image of Luang Por Thong Klueng of…

  • Family tourism rises in Pattaya despite extended nightlife hours

    Family tourism rises in Pattaya despite extended nightlife hours

    In Pattaya, Thanet Supornsahasrungsi, who operates as the Executive Director of Sunshine Hotels & Resorts, made a public announcement on November 10 about the rise in family tourism trends, despite the extended service hours till 4am in four pilot provinces. Thanet recounted how, in the past, over 90% of overseas visitors were drawn to Pattaya’s vibrant nightlife. They would congregate…

  • Ratchaburi man murders wife’s friend in fit of jealous rage

    Ratchaburi man murders wife’s friend in fit of jealous rage

    In a horrifying incident, a man wrought havoc in a home in Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province, today around 3.30am. Jealous over his wife socialising with a friend, the man, previously convicted twice, burst into the house with an axe. The friend was killed in the brutal attack. The wife and their two children managed to escape the violence. The incident…

  • Weather warning issued for 50 provinces in Thailand amid expected heavy rainfall

    Weather warning issued for 50 provinces in Thailand amid expected heavy rainfall

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand issued a weather warning for 50 provinces today, as parts of the country brace for heavy rainfall. The southern region is set to experience the heaviest downpours, which may lead to flash floods and forest waterflow. Bangkok is expected to see a 60% chance of showers and gusty conditions. This forecast is valid for the…

  • Northeastern Thailand: Violent unrest at juvenile training centre leads to multiple injuries

    Northeastern Thailand: Violent unrest at juvenile training centre leads to multiple injuries

    A tumultuous incident occurred at the Korat Juvenile Training Centre, when 27 juveniles turned violent, injuring four others. The upheaval started with demands to release a gang leader, who was isolated following an interrogation today. Local authorities from Pho Klang Police Station and Huak 31 Rescue Unit were called in by officials from the Training and Youth Centre, Zone 3,…

  • Khlong Toei: Gunfire leaves teacher dead and another critically wounded

    Khlong Toei: Gunfire leaves teacher dead and another critically wounded

    An eruption of gunfire in Bangkok‘s Khlong Toei district this morning resulted in one fatality and left another individual critically wounded. The incident took place in front of a TMBThanachart Bank (TTB) branch situated on Sunthornkosa Road. Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered two gravely injured individuals and a knife. Eyewitnesses recounted how two men had fired upon a…

  • Roi Et: Thai teacher under investigation for assaulting toddler with metal tray

    Roi Et: Thai teacher under investigation for assaulting toddler with metal tray

    A teacher in Selaphum district, Roi Et province, is under investigation after being accused of assaulting a two year old boy with a metal food tray, leaving the child with multiple bruises. The incident came to light when the Facebook page Pen Neung posted images of the child’s injuries and the metal tray. The boy’s father reported the assault to…

  • Northern Thailand: Burmese teenager shot dead in Tak following love feud on Facebook

    Northern Thailand: Burmese teenager shot dead in Tak following love feud on Facebook

    A brutal incident in Tak province saw a Burmese teenager fatally shot in the face after a Facebook challenge resulted in a confrontation between two rival gangs. The dispute was over a shared love interest, with peace talks culminating in the fatal shooting. Police in Mae Sot district of Tak province were quick to respond and apprehend the culprit along…

  • Thai Government Savings Bank promises low interest rates for home loans

    Thai Government Savings Bank promises low interest rates for home loans

    The Government Savings Bank (GSB), an institution committed to enabling Thai citizens to own their homes, is prepping a credit line of 45,000 million baht to offer three home loan products with fixed interest rates for the first three years, marking the end of this year. The initiative is expected to inject liquidity into the economy. According to Karm Phonprakong,…

  • Four Twenty is set to showcase their best offerings at the Asia Hemp Expo

    Four Twenty is set to showcase their best offerings at the Asia Hemp Expo

    Four Twenty, Thailand’s first cannabis bar and cafe, is gearing up for an exciting debut at Asia’s International Hemp Expo. Scheduled to take place from 22 – 25 November 2023 between 10:00 – 19:00 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, this four-day event promises to be a delight for all cannabis enthusiasts. And Four Twenty is bringing all they…

  • 2 foreigners killed and many injured in minibus accident in Chiang Mai

    2 foreigners killed and many injured in minibus accident in Chiang Mai

    A minibus overturned on a road in the northern province of Chiang Mai yesterday. Two foreigners were killed and more than 10 passengers were injured in the accident. The minibus was transporting passengers between Chiang Mai province and Pai district in Mae Hong Son province. When the vehicle reached the Pa Pae district of Chiang Mai at 9.30am yesterday, November…

  • Phaya Thai: Condo fire claims life of elderly woman, 20 injured

    Phaya Thai: Condo fire claims life of elderly woman, 20 injured

    A devastating fire broke out in a condominium in the Phaya Thai district, causing more than 20 residents to choke on smoke and resulting in the tragic demise of a 70 year old woman. The cause of the fire was traced back to a room used by a mango trader for storage and fruit ripening. At around 12.35am this morning,…