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Drunken man attacks friend’s dead body in Chanthaburi province
A heated altercation unfolded yesterday when a middle-aged Thai man, under the influence of alcohol, aggressively slapped a dead friend’s body in the eastern province of Chanthaburi, causing chaos and prompting police intervention. The incident occurred at 1pm, yesterday, November 6, when the police were alerted to a suicide in a local forest. Police Lieutenant Panida Julphak, along with forensic…
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Young father fatally shot at molam event in Ubon Ratchathani
A tragic incident unfolded when a 25 year old father was fatally shot in the head while attempting to break up a fight among teenagers. This heartbreaking event occurred yesterday, November 6, just after the father had returned home to visit his family. The incident took place around 1.20am yesterday, at a molam (traditional Thai folk music) event near a…
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Central Thailand: Pensioner turns himself in after fatal land dispute
A 68 year old Thai pensioner turned himself in to the police after fatally stabbing his neighbour over a long-standing land dispute in Kamphaeng Phet province. The incident occurred outside their homes, and the suspect fled on foot for three days, covering 30 kilometres through forests to reach his daughter’s house before turning himself in. The pensioner, Chamnong’s daughter, Aoy,…
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3 dead in Lopburi pickup and 10-wheel truck crash on Route 21
A devastating accident occurred last night when a pickup truck transporting villagers to a funeral attempted a U-turn but failed to spot an oncoming 10-wheel truck. This resulted in a severe rear collision, causing a chain reaction that damaged nine additional vehicles and left the road strewn with injuries. Tragically, the incident claimed three lives. The accident took place on…
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Chon Buri bone of contention: Mystery skulls spark alarm
Residents of Chon Buri province were alarmed by the discovery of a large number of skulls and bones discarded in their area, raising concerns about the source and legality of the remains. The incident was reported yesterday, November 6, and locals have appealed for police to investigate the matter promptly. The unsettling discovery was made in Moo 3, Ban Suan…
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Motorcyclist dies in tragic collision on Pathum Thani road
A tragic accident occurred when a young man on a motorcycle collided with a van turning into a convenience store. The impact sent him flying onto the road, where he was hit again by a following car, resulting in his death. Friends revealed the deceased had been speeding. The incident took place around 5am yesterday, November 6. Inspector Parada Tantiroongarun…
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Phimai Festival to boost tourism in Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima this week launched the spectacular Phimai Festival, featuring a dazzling light and sound show titled Vimayapura Niramit Sri Wirentrasrom. The event aims to boost the local economy and promote tourism in Korat. The Phimai Historical Park in Phimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima, served as the venue for the festival’s opening ceremony. Chaiwat Chuenkosum, the Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima, presided…
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Motorbike crash in Chon Buri claims life of 49 year old woman
A tragic collision claimed the life of a 49 year old woman when her motorcycle collided head-on with a pickup truck in Chon Buri’s Phan Thong district yesterday evening. The male driver of the truck stated that the woman veered into his lane, making it impossible to avoid the accident due to the narrow two-way street. The incident occurred at…
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Thailand’s e-commerce giants crack down on illegal foods
Thailand’s online shoppers can soon breathe a sigh of relief as two e-commerce giants, Lazada and Shopee, have vowed to sweep dangerous food products off their platforms within 24 hours. In a significant move to protect consumers, the companies are joining forces with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure only safe, certified foods hit digital shelves. Lertchai Lertwut,…
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Love scam: Thai man loses 5,000 baht and motorcycle to boyfriend
A Thai man in the central province of Lop Buri lost 5,000 baht in cash and a motorcycle to his boyfriend, whom he had been dating for three months. The 30 year old victim named Sun filed a complaint against his 22 year old boyfriend, Golf, at Mueang Lop Buri Police Station on October 31 and revealed the full story…
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Village rocked by shooting of admin member’s son in Songkhla
A serious shooting incident involving a local administrative organisation member’s son raised alarm in a village in Songkhla. The police are currently investigating potential family disputes and village conflicts as motives behind the attack, which left the victim severely injured. A coordinated effort by local police, including Sirikoson Prabgree, head of Khuan Niang Police Station, and Dusit Promsin, head of…
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Thai man harasses female student on Bangkok songthaew
A concerning incident involving a man allegedly harassing a female student on a public songthaew sparked warnings on social media. The incident, which occurred yesterday, November 6 at around 5pm, prompted calls for increased vigilance among commuters using this popular mode of transport. The incident unfolded on a songthaew travelling to the National Stadium, which was fully occupied at the…
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PM Paetongtarn launches ‘no gift policy’ to curb ISCOC corruption
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has initiated a bold new measure with the introduction of the No Gift Policy for the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), aiming to prevent officers from accepting gifts in exchange for their services. PM Paetongtarn, acting as ISCOC director, has formalised this policy through a declaration of intent signed on October 30. The document sets…
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Thai man arrested for North Thailand festival double murder
A 21 year old suspect has been apprehended in Chon Buri, linked to a violent altercation that resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left two others injured at a festival in the northern province of Uttaradit. The incident occurred during the Amazing Hidden Lin Lablae annual festival, which took place in June this year. On that day, a…
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Thai Drinks launches 100m baht campaign to boost local tourism
Thai Drinks Co Ltd, the producer of Crystal Drinking Water, announced a partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to launch a significant marketing initiative aimed at boosting domestic tourism. With an investment of 100 million baht, the campaign seeks to engage consumers by linking the consumption of Crystal water to the exploration of Thailand’s natural beauty. From October…
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Thai man caught with 300,000 meth pills in Chon Buri bust
A significant drug bust occurred in Chon Buri when law enforcement swooped to apprehend a Thai man in possession of a large stash of methamphetamine pills. At a routine checkpoint, police stopped the vehicle driven by Sattawat O-sot, leading to the discovery of 300,000 meth pills concealed within his car. A press conference was held by the Chon Buri Police…
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Jealous Thai man kills mistress and commits suicide in Rayong
A Thai man killed his mistress and then committed suicide out of jealousy at a house in the Pluak Daeng district in the eastern province of Rayong. Their bodies were discovered on Tuesday, November 5. Officers from Pluak Daeng Police Station investigated the deaths of a 32 year old Thai man named Rath and a 30 year old Thai woman…
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Premier League stars tee off in Hua Hin’s inaugural celebrity golf event
October 19 was a rainy day in Hua Hin, but it didn’t make the weekend any less memorable for golf and football fans alike. The inaugural Thailand Celebrity Masters, presented by Orchid Palm Homes, brought together football icons Gary Stevens, Emile Heskey, and Lee Sharpe for a friendly day of golf. Participants had the rare chance to see these English…
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Thailand appetite for exports, food security at key China summits
Promoting Thailand’s exports and tackling food security issues have taken centre stage at two significant regional meetings in China, as declared by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra yesterday, November 6. The 38 year old Thai PM is participating in the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Economic Cooperation Summit and the 10th Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) summit, both held in…
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VIP chauffeur punches security guard in parking dispute at Bangkok airport (video)
A chauffeur for a VIP foreign passenger punched a security guard at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok yesterday following an argument over parking at the entrance to the passenger terminal. The 47 year old security team leader, Sergeant Thanakrit, filed a complaint against the assailant, 41 year old Worravit, at the Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station after the incident, which occurred…
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Dugong numbers in Andaman Sea may drop 70% in four years
Dugong populations in the Andaman Sea face a potential 70% decline within the next four years, primarily due to a shrinking supply of seagrass, their main food source. This alarming prediction was made by a marine biologist, emphasising the urgent need for conservation efforts to save this vulnerable marine mammal. Thon Thamrongnawasawat highlighted the crisis in seagrass reserves, stressing the…
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Patong slams brakes on taxi conflicts to boost tourism image
Efforts are underway in Patong to reorganise the city’s unscrupulous motorcycle taxi services following a recent conflict among drivers over passenger pickups. Local police in the bustling tourist destination are taking steps to address the situation, which has negatively impacted the area’s reputation. Chalermpong Saengdee, a member of the People’s Party representing Phuket, revealed that a meeting took place yesterday…
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Pattaya bike shop owner demands police action after burglary
A distraught bike shop owner in Pattaya has gone public, calling out the local police for their lack of action following a brazen burglary that left her feeling vulnerable and frustrated. The shop owner, 29 year old Sujanthra Im-arom, who owns Cadence Cycle on Jomtien Soi 8, says her case has stalled, with no updates from the police despite repeated…
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Free holidays for Brits ‘high-jacked’ into Thai drug courier scheme
In a shocking twist on the idyllic Thai getaway, British citizens have reportedly been exploited as unwitting drug couriers, smuggling cannabis from Thailand back to the UK under the guise of a free holiday. British authorities have now called on Thai police to clamp down on this burgeoning drug mule scheme. According to Police Lieutenant General Phanurat Lukboon, secretary-general of…
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Thailand enforces stricter regulations on illegal factories
Thailand’s Industry Ministry is intensifying efforts to enforce stricter regulations on substandard products that falsely claim to meet Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) standards. Industry Minister Akanat Promphan announced the initiative following a Cabinet meeting, emphasising the need for collaboration with modern trade stores to conduct random product inspections. “To enforce measures to control substandard products, we are seeking cooperation…
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Thailand’s public debt remains sustainable at 64% of GDP
The recent Cabinet meeting focused on the nation’s public debt status, revealing it remains well within sustainable limits. Public debt as of August reached 11.7 trillion baht, accounting for 64% of the country’s GDP, comfortably below the 70% benchmark for fiscal sustainability. Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub detailed during the meeting that the Finance Ministry adhered strictly to the public debt…
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Chon Buri Coffee on the Beach 2024 to perk up Pattaya tourism
Pattaya is bustling with anticipation for the upcoming Chon Buri Coffee on the Beach 2024 event. Scheduled to take place from November 22 to 24 at Pattaya Beach, this event promises a unique blend of coffee culture and scenic beachfront experiences. Pattaya’s leadership, spearheaded by Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, took centre stage on Monday, November 4, to formally announce this event.…
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Thailand coalition agrees on constitutional drafting assembly
The coalition parties in Thailand have reached a consensus on the need to establish a constitutional drafting assembly (CDA) to oversee the proposed amendments to the constitution. The Bhumjaithai Party emphasised that any changes put forth by the CDA must genuinely serve the interests of the people. Chaichanok Chidchob, Secretary-General of the Bhumjaithai Party, highlighted that discussions on charter amendments…
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Home invasion averted: Thai woman dodges ‘Yaba-dabbler’s’ entry attempt
A Thai woman narrowly escaped danger after a drug-addicted man attempted to enter her home in the Isaan province of Maha Sarakham. Police found 19 methamphetamine pills, also known as Yaba, in his possession. The female victim shared videos of the incident on the news Facebook page, เจ๊มอย v+ (Jmoi v+). The videos showed officers from the Phayakkhaphum Phisai Police…
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Major drug bust in Mukdahan uncovers 1.6 million meth pills
Police in Mukdahan province were alerted to a suspicious vehicle parked on a public road, leading to a major drug bust. The car, found at around 2pm yesterday, November 5, in Ban Don Sawan, Nam Thiang subdistrict, Khamcha-i district, contained a staggering 1.6 million methamphetamine (meth) pills hidden within fertiliser sacks. Police from the Khamcha-i Police Station were notified by…
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