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Naomi Campbell discusses Thai fashion industry boost with PM
Former supermodel Naomi Campbell engaged in discussions with Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra yesterday, February 10, aiming to elevate Thailand’s presence in the global fashion industry by fostering the development of supermodels and fashion. Campbell’s meeting with the prime minister at the Government House focused on strategies to position Thailand as a leading nation for supermodels and a hub for…
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4 foreign hackers behind 560 million baht malware scam arrested in Phuket
Royal Thai Police (RTP) arrested four foreign hackers who fled Switzerland to evade arrest warrants to hide in Phuket after operating a malware scam that defrauded more than 1,000 victims, causing total losses of over US$16 million, or approximately 560 million baht. Swiss officials sought cooperation from the RTP to extradite the four malware scammers back to Switzerland for further legal…
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Bangkok bus skids on oil, crashes into electric pole cable (video)
A Bangkok public bus, route 167, encountered an oil slick on the road, causing it to lose control while navigating a curve. The incident occurred today, February 11, at 12.20am near the Maihai Sawan intersection in Thon Buri, Bangkok. The bus veered off course and collided with a high-voltage electric pole’s support cable, lifting its front wheels over 3 metres…
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Bangkok morning chill persists amid rising PM 2.5 levels
Bangkok continues to experience cool morning weather with temperatures as low as 19 degrees Celsius, similar to the northern, central, and northeastern regions. Meanwhile, PM 2.5 levels are expected to rise, particularly in the upper parts of the country. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts that a moderate high-pressure area or cold air mass is covering upper Thailand, resulting in…
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Kenyan man flees call centre scam gang in Myanmar to Thailand
A Kenyan man fled a brutal assault by a call centre scam gang in Myanmar and sought help from Thai residents in the Phop Phra district of Tak province yesterday, February 9. Officers from Phop Phra Police Station and residents assisted the 30 year old Kenyan man, Jame Opunde Amunga, who escaped from Myawaddy, Myanmar. He arrived at a local…
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How to get tickets for the Frank Bruno Gala Dinner Tour in Thailand
Frank Bruno, one of Britain’s most beloved boxing legends, is making his final tour in Thailand this March. The former WBC heavyweight champion will be hosting a series of gala dinner events across Pattaya, Bangkok, Hua Hin, and Koh Phangan. The gala dinner, called An Evening With British Icon Frank Bruno, offers a rare opportunity for you to hear Bruno’s personal…
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Scorching summer alert: Thailand to sizzle with record highs
The Land of Smiles is about to feel the heat, according to the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) which is forecasting an intense, scorching, summer season from late February till mid-May. Temperatures are predicted to soar to a blistering 42-43 degrees Celsius, with sporadic thunderstorms offering a fleeting respite from the inferno. In the northern regions, residents are in for a…
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Man arrested in Bangkok for home thefts using motorbike (video)
A 45 year old Thai man was apprehended by the police on February 8 for allegedly climbing into homes and committing theft for personal gain. This arrest followed an investigation after a social media page, อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้รีเทิร์น sought assistance with a case involving a thief on a motorcycle, suspected in two separate incidents. The investigation, led by Police Major General Siam…
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Thai man arrested for smuggling 290 litres of diesel to Myanmar
A man was apprehended for attempting to smuggle nearly 300 litres of diesel fuel across the Thai-Myanmar border to Payathonzu, claiming it was intended for his mother-in-law without seeking payment. Police Colonel Paitoon Sriwilai from Sangkhla Buri Police Station revealed the arrest today, February 10, after the National Security Council ordered power cuts in the border area linked to illegal…
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Bangkok introduces congestion charge in six key intersections
Thailand is looking to introduce a congestion charge to alleviate traffic in key areas of Bangkok, known for its gridlock bumper-to-bumper congestion. Following the footsteps of other major cities such as London and Milan, the move is expected to yield positive results. The congestion charge, designed to alleviate traffic jams and curb environmental pollution, is set to initially cover six…
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Taxi hijacking attempt ends in crash on Phahonyothin Road
A man attempted to steal a taxi he hired while en route to Nakhon Ratchasima, leading to a crash with a container truck. The incident occurred today, February 10, at 5.30am, prompting police to review CCTV footage to locate the suspect. Officers from the Nong Khae Police Station’s Hin Kong sub-branch in Saraburi province received reports of a car accident involving a…
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Witnesses overturn car to save motorcyclist who later dies in hospital
Nearly 20 Thai, Burmese, and foreign witnesses worked together to overturn a sedan to save a motorcyclist who was trapped beneath the vehicle on a road in Phuket yesterday, February 9. They successfully retrieved the rider but he later succumbed to his injuries in hospital. The Phuket Times shared a touching video showing a group of people working hard to…
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Thailand’s air quality safe, Bangkok records lowest PM2.5 levels
In a rare twist of atmospheric fate, Thailand basked in pristine air quality this morning, with every province being given the green light for clean air by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA). Foremost among them, bustling Bangkok boasted the lowest levels of ultrafine dust in the nation, marking a refreshing change for the capital known for its…
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Phatthalung man fires at ex-wife’s home, no injuries reported
Police in Phatthalung province yesterday responded to an incident involving a man who allegedly fired shots at his former wife’s residence, causing property damage but no injuries. The altercation took place in Mueang Phatthalung district, yesterday, February 9, with police actively pursuing legal action against the suspect. Upon arriving at the scene, police discovered shattered windows, doors, and damaged walls…
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Digital wallet scheme’s third phase to start in second quarter
The third phase of the 10,000 baht digital wallet distribution initiative is set to start in the second quarter of the year, according to Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. Pichai, who also serves as the Deputy Prime Minister, mentioned that the system for fund distribution is undergoing testing this month and is expected to be fully operational in time for the…
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Pattaya’s paradise stinks as tourists take toilet troubles seaside
Pattaya’s picturesque seaside spot, typically teeming with tourists seeking seaside breezes and a tipple, now smells more like a toilet after tourists resorted to pooping and peeing in public. Reports have surfaced of visitors, both Thai and foreign, resorting to relieving themselves, quite literally, in places more suited to parking than plumbing. Pattaya News reported today, February 10, on an…
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Thai officials foil Myanmar solar panel, fuel smuggling attempts
Security personnel in the western province of Tak intercepted attempts to smuggle solar panels and fuel into Myanmar yesterday, February 9. This comes amid a Thai government directive to halt power and fuel exports to three Myanmar border towns, following a request from Chinese agencies concerned about scam operations targeting Chinese citizens. In the first incident, a patrol comprising soldiers,…
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Abhisit warns Thai casino legalisation risks social harm
Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva directed criticism towards the Thai government’s plan to legalise casinos and online gambling, warning that it could exacerbate existing social issues. During a seminar focused on the drive to legalise gambling in Thailand, Abhisit described gambling as a significant social concern that has inflicted damage not only on individuals but also on their families. He…
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Thai man goes on mall rampage over forgotten phone password
A mentally ill Thai man went on a rampage at a shopping mall in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen after a worker at an iCare store was unable to repair his phone because he could not remember his Apple ID password. A video of the incident was shared by several media outlets, showing his violent behaviour at the iCare…
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Yingluck Shinawatra’s return to Thailand faces unresolved issues
Efforts to facilitate the return of former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to Thailand continue, as her brother, Thaksin, indicates that several considerations must still be addressed before her possible return. Thaksin initially committed to her return during an interview last November, suggesting it could occur around this year’s Songkran festival. The 75 year old former PM expressed optimism regarding the…
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5 foreigners, 2 Thais arrested at illegal nurseries and Muay Thai gym
Police arrested five foreigners and two Thai citizens at illegal nurseries and a Muay Thai training gym in Phuket on Friday, February 7. Phuket Provincial Police officers raided three suspicious businesses in the province on Friday, including two nurseries in the Thalang district and a Muay Thai training gym in the Mueang district. At the first nursery, police encountered 10…
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Thailand’s capital relocation proposal faces opposition
A proposal by a lawmaker from the Pheu Thai Party for the relocation of Thailand’s capital to Nakhon Ratchasima has been met with opposition from a House study. The study suggests that such a move would require a significant budget and a referendum for decision-making. The Interior Ministry, tasked with forming a House committee to examine the proposal, indicated that the…
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Car-truck collision in Chiang Mai injures 16 longan workers
A collision between a car and a truck transporting longan harvest workers in Chiang Mai left 16 people injured, with two in serious condition. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation. Yesterday, February 9 at 8.35pm, investigators from San Pa Tong district in Chiang Mai received reports of a significant traffic accident on the San Pa Tong-Hang Dong…
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3 suspicious men spotted near scene of suitcase with dead body
A local Thai woman encountered two suspicious vehicles and three dubious men near the scene where a suitcase containing a naked body was discovered in the eastern province of Rayong. A local fisherman noticed an unpleasant smell coming from the suitcase while fishing in a canal near a shopping mall in Rayong province on Friday, February 7, and decided to…
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Thai police seize trucks in suspected drug-smuggling operation
Thai police recently seized two pickup trucks intended for smuggling into Myanmar, allegedly linked to a scheme where Thai nationals steal vehicles in Thailand, exchange them for methamphetamine in Myanmar, and return to sell the drugs domestically. Yesterday, February 9, Police Colonel Yutthapong Klantakasuwan, commander of the Singhanath Task Force, directed Captain Sarawut Suwan, commander of Company 722, Singhanath Task…
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Drug traffickers killed in Chiang Mai shootout, meth haul seized
Four members of a drug trafficking ring were killed in a shootout in a Chiang Mai forest, resulting in the seizure of over 100 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine and one million methamphetamine pills. The incident occurred on Saturday, February 8, near Ban Pang Nok, Moo 1, Malika subdistrict, Mae Ai district, when personnel from the 3206th Ranger Company, under the…
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Tragic murder-suicide in Phichit: Estranged couple found dead
A tragic incident occurred in Phichit province when a man fatally shot his estranged wife before taking his own life in a murder-suicide. The event unfolded in a dormitory on Phichit Bypass Road today, February 10 at 12.30am. Police were alerted to a shooting involving fatalities and injuries. Upon arrival, police found 22 year old Nutthaphon from Pa Makap subdistrict,…
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Father’s drug-fuelled attack leaves son critically injured
A 25 year old father was reported to have assaulted his seven year old son at their home in Sri Bunrueng district, Nong Bua Lamphu province, after consuming drugs. The attack, yesterday, February 9, involved a wooden pestle, leaving the child with serious injuries, including bleeding from the ears. Rescue team leader Doctor Napasdon Saengklang detailed the incident, explaining that…
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Bangkok delays AI cameras for enforcing new speed limits
For over a month, a revised speed limit has been in place in Bangkok, yet traffic police are awaiting the installation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) security cameras by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to effectively enforce it. On December 23, the BMA implemented a new speed limit of 60 kilometres per hour (kph) on most city roads, with exceptions for…
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Thai weather takes a chill pill up north while the south makes waves
Weather conditions across Thailand are expected to be significantly impacted by a moderate to strong cold air mass, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD). Today, February 10, cool to cold weather is anticipated in northern areas, while the south will experience strong monsoon conditions with rain and high waves at sea. The northeastern region will see cool to cold…
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