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Fatal crash on Lampang-Phrae road kills woman, injures two others
A tragic accident involving a car and a 10-wheel truck occurred on the Lampang-Phrae road, just before reaching the Wang Ngern shrine, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to two others, including a one year old child. Police from Mae Tha Police Station reported that the collision happened at 5pm yesterday, July 17. The police, including the…
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Man fatally stabs uncle, surrenders from hiding due to hunger
A man in Nakhon Ratchasima fatally stabbed his uncle and attacked two others following a heated family dispute. After a period of hiding in the forest, he arranged a surrender, citing head pains and hunger. District Chief Siwasek Sintharam and officers from the Phimai Police Station, along with local administrative officials, travelled to a rubber plantation in Rang Ga Yai subdistrict,…
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Suspect wanted for gold heist at Bangkok department store
A daring heist took place at a prominent department store in Min Buri district, Bangkok, where a lone rider made off with gold weighing 40 baht. The store’s CCTV captured the incident clearly, and the suspect was seen fleeing the scene on Ramkhamhaeng Road. Officers from the Min Buri Police Station responded to a report of a theft at the…
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Samui journalist threatened with violence over luxury villa report
A journalist from Channel 7 filed a complaint against the owner of some luxury villas in Koh Samui after the owner issued a violent threat against him for reporting a suspicious construction permit for the villas. Officers from the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Division 4 are investigating the construction permit for 53 luxury villas of the Samui Green Cottages…
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Shocking hike: Thai industries spark concern over electricity rates
Thailand’s plan to hike electricity rates later this year could deter foreign direct investment, warned the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The alert followed the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) announcement on Friday, indicating an imminent rise in power bills for both businesses and households. The ERC has proposed three new power tariff options, featuring increases from 11% to 44% above…
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Cyber police arrest woman for illegal loans in Trang
Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers apprehended a woman for operating an illegal lending business with a loan interest rate of 20% per month, handling around 3 million baht in transactions. Police executed a search warrant in Trang province and arrested 43 year old Khwanchira, seizing evidence including 28,000 baht in cash and two ATM cards. The investigation began when officers…
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Thai athletes’ Olympic uniform looks like waiter’s outfit
The grand reveal of Thailand‘s Olympic uniform for the Paris Games has set social media ablaze, with critics slamming the design as outdated and unfit for the global stage. Unveiled yesterday, July 17, on Stadium TH’s Facebook page, the uniform, modelled by national badminton star Sapsiree Taerattanachai, sparked a storm of controversy. The design, inspired by the Phraratchathan (Royally Bestowed)…
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Police arrest Laos-linked drug trafficking couple, 13,000 meth pills
Police officers arrested a couple in Ubon Ratchathani involved in a drug trafficking network from Laos, seizing over 13,000 methamphetamine pills they were transporting across provinces on a motorcycle. Police from the Border Patrol Police 227 Ubon Ratchathani, in collaboration with the Highway Police and Khong Chiam Investigation Unit, today, July 18, received a tip-off about a drug delivery by…
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Thai grandmother arrested for selling meth to buy milk
Police in Nakhon Phanom apprehended a local woman today for distributing meth, caught while soothing her grandson to sleep, she claimed a desperate need for money to buy milk for her grandson. The border district of Nakhon Phanom continues to struggle with drug trafficking issues. The problem extends beyond smuggling and has infiltrated local communities, partly due to unemployment leading some…
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Phone fiend: Thai woman calls out thief in Nonthaburi (video)
A Thai woman is demanding police arrest a thief who repeatedly stole mobile phones in the Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. In her case, she admitted falling victim to the serial thief after leaving the front door of her home open while she slept. The victim, 30 year old Sunanta, took to social media to warn others about the theft, which…
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Samut Sakhon releases one million prawns for river conservation
Samut Sakhon released one million black tiger prawns into the Tha Chin River to bolster aquatic populations and maintain ecological balance. The event took place at 11am yesterday, July 17, led by Samut Sakhon Governor Phon Damthornom, alongside local officials, civil servants, and residents. The ceremony was held in honour of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s 72nd birthday, marking six…
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Former Thai MP faces charges over film fiasco
Former Thai Civilised Party MP Mongkolkit Suksintharanon faces charges for allegedly breaching the code of ethics by skipping a crucial House meeting to catch a film. The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) voted 6:1 to charge Mongkolkit, now a Democrat Party member, for missing a House session on December 15, 2021. The NACC plans to take the case to the Supreme…
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Missile attack on Naypyidaw Airport kills 16 soldiers
Armed groups launched a missile attack on Naypyidaw International Airport in Myanmar, resulting in significant damage to three aircraft and the deaths of 16 soldiers. This marks the fifth attack on this airport since the start of the year. High-ranking officials from the Karenni Army (KA) reported on July 16, at 9am, that armed groups MKCDF, MRF, and BWM reportedly…
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2 runaway horses killed in car accident on road near Bangkok
A car accident today on Borommaratchachonnani Road in Pathum Thani province, near Bangkok, resulted in the deaths of two horses and damage to three vehicles. The horses escaped from a nearby restaurant today, July 18. The accident occurred at approximately 7.20am on Borommaratchachonnani Road in the Sampran district of Pathum Thani province. Three vehicles were involved in the accident: a…
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Indian man glues passport pages to hide Thailand trips from wife
A 33 year old logistics operator from Satara, India, found himself in hot water at Mumbai International Airport. Immigration officials detained the Indian man just before he could board a flight to Thailand, uncovering his audacious attempt to conceal past trips from his wife. Tushar Pawar’s arrest followed the discovery that he had tampered with 12 pages of his passport, glueing…
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Pathum Thani man murders neighbour over dog barking
A man has confessed to the brutal murder of a school van driver in Pathum Thani, driven by long-standing resentment over a dispute involving a dog. The suspect refused to reenact the crime, fearing retaliation from the victim’s family. Police in Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani, discovered the body of 61 year old Wongduean, a school van driver, who had…
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EXAT announces toll exemptions for three public holidays in July
Thailand’s Expressway Authority (EXAT) announced toll exemptions for three major expressways in Bangkok on three specific days in July, while two public holidays will not see toll exemptions. The EXAT, under the Ministry of Transport, stated that tolls on three expressways will be waived on July 20, July 21, and July 28. These dates coincide with public holidays as declared…
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Deputy PM Anutin opposes PM Srettha’s cannabis reclassification
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, declared his opposition to Prime Minister (PM) Srettha Thavisin‘s policy to reclassify cannabis as a Narcotics Category 5 drug. The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) agreed last week to reclassify cannabis, which has been permitted for health-related purposes for over two years. This new policy is expected…
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Ministry of Justice reiterates repercussions for cyanide possession
The Ministry of Justice issued a stern warning to the public regarding the unauthorised possession of cyanide, which carries a potential prison sentence of up to two years and a fine not exceeding 200,000 baht, or both. The deputy spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, Kanika Unjit, today, July 18, addressed the shocking incident that led to six Vietnamese nationals…
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Stateless elderly in Chiang Rai die waiting for Thai citizenship
Numerous stateless elderly individuals in Chiang Rai have tragically passed away before receiving Thai citizenship due to prolonged bureaucratic processes. A Chiang Mai teacher, Daeng, called upon Thai Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to visit the area and witness the situation firsthand. Teacher Daeng, whose full name is Tuenjai Deetes, along with Pienporn Deetes, Secretary-General of the Foundation for Community…
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Thailand considers petroleum reserve amid oil price volatility
Thailand is considering various strategies to mitigate the impact of global crude oil price fluctuations, beyond merely subsidising domestic oil prices through the dwindling Oil Fuel Fund. One proposed solution is the development of a strategic petroleum reserve (SPR) to enhance national oil security and safeguard against potential supply disruptions caused by geopolitical conflicts. Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga suggested the…
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Ex military officer arrested for domestic violence near football field
Police arrested a former military officer at a football field for domestic violence, following repeated incidents despite reconciliation attempts. The individual, who fled his duties and was dismissed from service, now faces legal action. Police Major General Montree Teskun today, July 18, directed Police Colonel Phattharawut Onchuay and Police Captain Theerapong Khongkiao from Provincial Police Region 5 to apprehend 27…
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Phuket police seize 188 Yaba pills in drug bust
Police in Phuket apprehended two individuals in Baan Phru Somphan, Moo 8, Thepkasattri, following local community complaints about drug-related activities. The Provincial Defence Office reported that the arrests took place at approximately 6.35pm on July 16. The names of the suspects were not disclosed. The first suspect, referred to as Accused No.1, was found in possession of 175 methamphetamine pills,…
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Thailand’s 60-day visa exemption unleashes unlimited entry by land
Three days into Thailand’s 60-day entry visa exemption, a tourist discovered there are no restrictions on the number of entries by land in a calendar year. Tod Daniels, ASEAN NOW‘s visa expert reported that the tourist did two free stamp land entries this year, left Thailand then entered the country again, and got a new 60-day entry with no issues.…
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Thai Airways ranks eighth among world’s top ten airlines
Thai Airways secured a spot among the top ten international airlines in the world, as ranked by Travel & Leisure for 2024. The award, announced today, July 18, places Thai Airways at No.8 on the prestigious list. Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2024 surveyed opinions from travellers, tourists, and business people worldwide. This comprehensive survey evaluated excellence in various…
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Pattaya boosts safety with new training for 7-Eleven staff
Pattaya Tourist Police, in a joint effort with government and private sector partners, recently organised an extensive training programme for guards and employees of 7-Eleven stores. This initiative is designed to bolster safety measures and enhance the overall experience for tourists visiting the popular convenience stores, particularly those situated around Walking Street. Participants in the training programme acquired vital skills…
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Udon Thani family terrorised by local gang amid police inaction
A mother and daughter in Udon Thani are living in fear after a gang of local youths began terrorising their home by shooting guns into the air and throwing bottles. Despite filing a police report, police have yet to take significant action. Residents of Ban Tha Chuong Village in Udon Thani have reported severe disturbances caused by a group of…
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Box of joy: Thai woman rescues abandoned newborn in Rayong
A Thai woman yesterday rescued an abandoned newborn baby boy found in a cardboard box on the roadside in the eastern province of Rayong. The 33 year old woman, Wanida, reported the discovery to officers at Pluak Daeng Police Station. She explained that she noticed the abandoned baby while picking up her child from school. Wanida said her child found…
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15 year old Thai teenager stabbed to death over love triangle
A 16 year old Thai teenager surrendered to police after stabbing a 15 year old boy to death in the central province of Pathum Thani over a love triangle. Officers from Ladlumkaew Police Station were alerted to the death of the teenage boy, Sarawut, at 5.44pm yesterday, July 17. They visited the scene with a rescue team and medical workers.…
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Pattaya unites community to tackle drug issues
Pattaya City held its second Show, Share, Connect event aimed at assessing the drug situation and fostering community unity in tackling drug problems. The event kicked off at 9am on Tuesday, July 16 at the Chumsai Community Office, chaired by Banjong Banthuraprasit, Vice President of Pattaya City Council. Attendees included members of the Pattaya City Mayor’s working group, city council…
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