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With World Pneumonia Day on November 9, it’s the perfect time to consider how you can protect your family from this serious illness, especially in Thailand, where unique climate and seasonal factors come into play. Pneumonia can be especially dangerous...
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Perverted thief disguised as woman steals underwear in Rayong
A perverted thief last night disguised himself in women’s clothes complete with a wig before stealing 40 items of ladies’ underwear that were drying outside the homes of two women in the eastern province of Rayong last night. A Thai couple shared CCTV camera footage of the underwear theft with Channel 7 after the incident took place at about 12.50am…
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Public transport complaints in Thailand exceed 100,000 in 9 months
The Department of Land Transport has revealed that complaints about public transport in the past nine months have exceeded 100,000 cases, with the most common issue being rude behaviour. Over 40,000 public transport drivers have had points deducted, and 404 drivers have had their licenses suspended. Today, July 24, Seksom Akkharaphan, Deputy Director-General and spokesperson of the Department of Land…
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Two Myanmar workers killed in Suphan Buri road accident
A tragic accident occurred in Suphan Buri early this morning where two Myanmar workers were killed after being hit by a pickup truck while crossing a dark road to buy food. Officer Chaiporn Poonjantuek from the Mueang Suphan Buri Police Station received a report of a road accident on Ooyaa Road, Ban Pho subdistrict, Mueang district, Suphan Buri. Emergency responders…
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Heartbroken woman rescued from bridge in northeast Thailand
A Thai woman, distressed after a breakup, was found crying by the Chi River Bridge in Yasothon province, prompting a good Samaritan to call the police. Officers managed to calm her down after an hour, ensuring her safety and returning her home. A young woman, overcome with sadness from a recent breakup, was found sitting alone on the edge of…
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Myanmar chef murder suspect arrested in Bangkok
A young man has been arrested for the murder of a 46 year old Myanmar chef, whose body was discovered after two days in a rented room in Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli district. The incident has taken a disturbing turn as the suspect revealed his motives and the sequence of events leading up to the crime. Police apprehended 24 year…
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Another officer surrenders in Chinese tourist extortion case (video)
Following the extortion case involving Chinese tourists reported on July 10, another police officer turned himself in yesterday, July 23, but denied all accusations. The extortion, which took place on the motorway en route to Pattaya, was brought to attention after a representative of a travel agency stepped forward seeking justice for their Chinese clients. Footage captured by a dashcam…
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CrowdStrike glitch disrupts 8.5 million Microsoft devices globally
A recent global IT outage brought to light the critical necessity for both public and private organisations to establish comprehensive business continuity management plans, IT disaster recovery strategies, and rigorous system testing between security software vendors and their clients. Experts advocate for organisations to diversify their technology portfolios and adopt a balanced approach to cloud-based technology to mitigate risks. Bloomberg…
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Cabinet caps power bills and diesel prices to aid businesses, public
The Cabinet implemented measures to cap power bills at 4.18 baht per unit until the end of the year and set a diesel price ceiling at 33 baht per litre until October 31. Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga announced that the Cabinet approved the Energy Ministry’s proposal to maintain the electricity rate at 4.18 baht per kilowatt-hour for September through December…
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Thai woman visits 2 jailed ex-boyfriends who stab her over jealousy
A Thai woman stabbed in the chest by two of her ex-boyfriends visited Phetchaburi Provincial Court to visit them after their arrest, admitting she still loved them. Her current boyfriend, who was cut on his ear, was not aware of the visit. Three injured victims, a Thai woman named Wassana, her boyfriend Dream, and her older sister Salaiporn, were admitted to…
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Teen found dead and father injured in Saraburi home attack
A tragic incident has unfolded in Saraburi, where a 14 year old boy was found dead with his throat slashed, and his father was severely injured. Police are investigating the case, calling in family members for questioning. Police in Saraburi are intensifying their investigation into the brutal killing of a 14 year old boy named Boonsin Kusri and the severe…
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Over 1 million vendors join Thailand’s digital wallet scheme
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will provide further details on the government’s flagship digital wallet scheme today, with over 1 million shops and vendors registering to participate, according to a government statement issued yesterday. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai revealed that the announcement will primarily cover the requirements for eligible recipients to obtain and use the digital money. Additional details will…
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Thai teen attacked by neighbour after unfriending on Facebook
A 14 year old girl was attacked by a neighbour at her home after unfriending them on Facebook. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of the minors involved. The attack occurred after the girl’s aunt requested help from activist Kan Chom Phalang. The neighbour, angered by the girl unfriending them on Facebook, stormed into the house…
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Vespa desperado: Owner on a ‘scoot’ to find stolen bike in Pattaya
A Vespa motorbike owner in Pattaya is urgently seeking public assistance after her stolen vehicle was spotted near Pattaya Beach yesterday. The owner, a 34 year old woman named A, said she reported that her motorbike was taken from a parking lot on Soi 18 in the Naklua area on Saturday, July 20. CCTV footage reveals that the suspect is…
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Thailand Cabinet caps electricity at 4.18 baht, diesel at 33 baht
The Thai Cabinet approved measures to cap electricity prices at 4.18 baht per unit until the end of the year and diesel prices at 33 baht per litre until October 31. A new energy structure law is set to be introduced today, July 23. Following a Cabinet meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga announced that the government…
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Chinese woman detained over illegal passport ad in Thailand
Royal Thai Police (RTP) detained a Chinese woman for allegedly commissioning and installing a controversial advertisement promoting passport services for relocating to another country. The suspect claims she was merely an intermediary working for a company in Hong Kong and communicated via a Chinese app and LINE, earning 17,000 baht for her role. The RTP, led by Thiti Sangsawang and…
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Thailand’s national holidays set to generate 18.3 billion baht
National holidays in Thailand this month are expected to boost tourism revenue significantly, with projections indicating 18.3 billion baht from five million domestic trips, as reported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The momentum in domestic tourism showed strong performance during the recent Buddhist holidays, Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa (Buddhist Lent), and is anticipated to continue through…
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Weed way to go! Thailand flip-flops on cannabis laws again
In yet another exercise of political flip-flopping in Thailand’s cannabis saga, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced plans to legislate marijuana for medical use. This unexpected move marks a significant U-turn from recent proposals to re-criminalise the plant, leaving many questioning whether the government knows whether it’s coming or going. Thailand made headlines as one of the first Asian countries…
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Police allegedly misinterpret stroke as drunk leading to man’s death
A family is seeking justice for a Thai man who died from a stroke while driving in Bangkok, resulting in multiple crashes. Police accused him of drink driving and delayed treatment, leading to his death. A video of the accident circulated on social media showing a black Toyota Fortuner SUV crashing into multiple cars on Charoen Krung Road. The car’s…
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Tilapia surprise: Sun-soaked eggs hatch, calls for fishy rethink
Eggs of the blackchin tilapia, left in the sun for two months, have surprisingly hatched, according to a local farmer in Samut Songkhram. The farmer urges the Department of Fisheries to reconsider the effectiveness of using seabass to control the invasive species. The spread of the blackchin tilapia across 17 provinces in Thailand prompted the Department of Fisheries to deploy…
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Roadside bomb injures six police officers in southern Thailand
A roadside bomb detonated in Pattani yesterday, injuring six police officers and prompting the army to urge motorists to exercise caution. The explosion occurred on Road 42 in Nong Chik district as an armoured pickup truck carrying the officers was returning to base from a checkpoint. The Internal Security Operations Command’s (ISOC) southern frontline office reported that the blast caused…
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Chinese passport sale billboard in Bangkok raises legal concerns
Police and Thai government officials are investigating a puzzling billboard in Bangkok‘s Huai Kwang district advertising the sale of passports from different countries in Chinese. A Thai Facebook user shared a picture of the billboard with the caption, “This is at Huai Kwang Intersection. I guess it’s about passport sales. You’re committing a crime, obviously. In case you don’t know,…
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Royal roots: Bangkok blooms in anticipation for king-inspired park
Bangkok eagerly anticipates the completion of a new public park, dedicated to the memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, which promises to become a significant new landmark in the city. Situated on 279 rai in the Dusit district, the park will be designed as a forest park with thousands of new trees, adding a much-needed green space…
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Democrats drive opposition to Don Mueang Toll extension
The Democrat Party has strongly opposed Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit’s proposal to extend the concession of the Don Mueang Tollway operator by 30 years in exchange for lowering the fare to 50 baht. This 21-kilometre expressway connects Bangkok’s Din Daeng area to the National Memorial in Lam Luk Ka district, Pathum Thani. The proposal emerged following the concessionaire’s plan to…
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Motorbike rider dies in car collision on Thepkrasattri Road, Phuket
A motorbike rider died following a collision with a car on Thepkrasattri Road in Koh Kaew, Phuket, on Sunday night. A Phuket City Police Station spokesperson confirmed the death yesterday, July 22, after the rider succumbed to his injuries at Mission Hospital Phuket. The rider, Khajon Patiphatpitak, was pronounced dead at the hospital, having been involved in the accident around…
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Thai man kills 2 month old baby girl after failing to rape her mother
A Thai man killed a two month old baby in a rage by throwing the infant to the ground after he failed to rape the child’s mother at her home in the northern province of Chiang Rai. Officers from Wiang Kaen Police Station arrested the 40 year old alleged murderer, Lee Saeyang, at his home, which was located opposite the…
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Actress Sammy Cowell loses 1.2 million baht in handbag scam
Renowned actor Sammy Cowell fell victim to a scam, losing over 1.2 million baht after posting an advertisement to sell a luxury handbag. She shared details of the deception before realising and reporting the incident to the police. Sammy, whose real name is Panthita Phoowijarn Cowell, reported the scam at the Khok Kram Police Station. The incident occurred after the…
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Buriram’s next act: Ex-governor poised to lead Senate as speaker
Former Buriram Governor Senator Mongkol Surasajja is anticipated to be chosen as the Senate Speaker in the upcoming session of the Upper House tomorrow. The selection of the Senate Speaker and two deputies will occur after the swearing-in ceremony. The most senior senator has been approached to preside over the inaugural meeting. A source familiar with the situation indicated that…
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Thailand braces for heavy rain amid monsoon and storm warnings
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warned residents and holidaymakers to brace themselves for heavy rain over the next ten days, highlighting periods of reduced rainfall and times when heavy downpours are expected. A strong monsoon and a tropical storm on the horizon necessitate vigilance and monitoring. The TMD updated its daily cumulative rainfall forecast (every 24 hours: from 7am to…
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Farm to table: Thailand firms urged to unite for stable farm prices
The Commerce Ministry urged Thai conglomerates to collaborate in purchasing agricultural products to provide farmers with a more stable income. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai revealed plans to manage agricultural products and secondary crops for the latter half of the year. He instructed Vuttikrai Leewiraphan, commerce permanent secretary, and Wattanasak Sur-iam, Director-Deneral of the Internal Trade Department (ITD), to engage department…
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Thai singer Cherreen files police report against ex-husband
Singer Cherreen “The Star” Nutjaree, alongside her lawyer, plans to file a police report today against her ex-husband for physical assault and ongoing harassment. Today, July 23, Cherreen and lawyer Kaew Monchai are set to visit Thonglor Police Station at 10am. Cherreen, whose full name is Nutjaree Horvejkul, has been facing threats and harassment from her ex-husband following their separation.…
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