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China couple divorces and remarries within an hour due to mother’s intervention
A recent incident involving a Chinese husband and wife who divorced, only to remarry less than an hour later following the intervention of the husband’s mother, has caused a stir amongst officials. The incident took place in the civil affairs office of Huanzhou in the Hubei province of China. The couple arrived at the office to file for divorce, with a…
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Phimai Festival alert: Homemade bomb found near Nakhon Ratchasima school
A suspicious object resembling a homemade bomb was discovered today in front of a school in the Nakhon Ratchasima province. Authorities quickly intervened to inspect and safely dispose of the object, suspecting it was created by teenagers planning to use it during the Phimai Festival. The police station in Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima, received a notification from a member of the…
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Teen accuses spiritual medium of sexually abusing her and a friend
A 17 year old Thai girl accused a spiritual medium in the Isaan province of Buriram of raping her and sexually harassing her friend while performing rituals to wash away bad luck and evil spirits. The teenager, 17 year old Bee, revealed to the public that she and another friend were victims of sexual abuse by a 60 year old…
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Thai CIB crackdown reveals 500 million baht online loan scam
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has launched the CIB Anti Online Scam, a crackdown operation against a ruthless online loan scheme that has been running through various mobile applications. The operation, which took place at 11am today, led to the arrest of two key suspects and the discovery of more than 500 million baht in circulation. CIB’s operation took place…
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12 year old Irish girl’s secret vaping journey turns lungs into an 80 year old’s
A 12 year old girl from Northern Ireland secretly started vaping at the tender age of nine, leading to severe illness and a near death experience. Her lungs’ ability to function was comparable to an 80 year old’s due to the extensive damage. In recent years, e-cigarettes have gained popularity, initially advertised as a safer alternative to traditional smoking and a…
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Burglary at roadside restaurant in Ban Bueng shocks community
An incident of burglary at a roadside restaurant in Ban Bueng, Chon Buri, shocked the community today at 9am. The local police, led by Police Captain Suradet Imjai, swiftly responded to the scene. Their investigation revealed that the suspect, identified as 37 year old Sanchai, also known as Ton, was a familiar face who had been previously helped by the…
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Thai celeb Baitoey granted bail in Forex-3D Ponzi scheme case for 5 million baht
Renowned singer and actress Suteewan Thaweesin, better known as Baitoey, burst into tears as the court granted her bail in the aftermath of the Forex-3D Ponzi scheme scandal. She was instructed to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet, report to court as scheduled, and is prohibited from leaving the country. The bail was set following the submission of a 5 million…
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River ruckus: Barge bash at Bang Pakong Bridge sends locals into a rescue race
A significant barge crash into the Bang Pakong River bridge sparked panic among locals, leading to a hasty rescue operation. The incident, which occurred at 8am today, threatened to damage 50 residential houses and restaurants, prompting a swift response from the Chachoengsao City Police. The large barge, loaded with cement and stones, was suspected to have drifted from a construction…
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British national jailed in Phuket for illegal firearm possession
A British national has been apprehended by Chalong Police in Phuket, Thailand, under an arrest warrant issued by the Phuket Provincial Court for illegal firearm possession and its public display without consent or legitimate reason. The charge against Jamaal (surname not given) stems from an incident where he reportedly dropped a black Glock 19, described by the police as a…
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Loan sharks heartlessly kill Thai fruit vendor over 400 baht debt near Pattaya
In a shocking event, a 45 year old fruit vendor tragically lost his life after a gang of loan sharks terrorised and shot him right outside a convenience store. The victim’s girlfriend, 41 year old Saengduen revealed the heartbreaking moments leading up to the event, which happened on the evening of November 14. The storefront of Itthiphol (surname withheld), is…
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Ham handed: 2 Thai men arrested on illegal pork imports, over 10 officials found involved
Two Thai men surrendered to police over illegal pork imports after fleeing Thailand to evade the arrest. More than 10 government officials were found to be involved in the illegal operation. Recently, the Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha Thavisin, expressed his dissatisfaction with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) for the delay in investigating and arresting suspects in the illegal…
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Amazing Seafood Festival 2023: Si Racha gears up for shell-ebration
The coastal town of Si Racha is ready to host the highly anticipated Amazing Seafood Festival 2023, taking place from November 25 to 27. This gastronomical extravaganza is expected to be a major draw for food enthusiasts, with a smorgasbord of sea-derived delicacies being prepared for the attendees to savour. From the freshest of sashimi to succulent squid, shrimp, richly…
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Northern Thailand: Tourists flock to Doi Mae U-Kor for stunning blooming Mexican sunflowers
The Doi Mae U-Kor mountain is currently attracting a throng of tourists eager to admire the sprawling fields of blooming Mexican sunflowers. These golden blooms, stretching across 500 acres of hillside, have become a significant draw for visitors, both Thai and international. It is expected that the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will receive no less than 100,000 visitors this…
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Birthday celebration turns tragic: Man stabbed by jealous wife in Pattaya
A birthday celebration turned tragic for a 34 year old Cambodian man when his jealous wife stabbed him in the chest after he glanced at another woman at a bar in Pattaya’s Bang Lamung District. The incident occurred in their rented room today, around 2.30am. The police, led by Police Captain Itthikorn Saiyatok of Pattaya City Police Station, received a…
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Thai merchant in warrior outfit draws crowds for lottery luck at local temple
A merchant has donned a warrior outfit in a bid to promote some good luck ahead of tomorrow’s national lottery draw. At Wat Salalee, Bang Phai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province, residents yesterday flocked to the local temple to pray for fortune, seek career advice, and crack an egg for lucky numbers. The lottery good luck faithful have returned multiple…
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Doi Inthanon’s chilly spell boosts tourism in Chiang Mai
Tourist activity is bustling in Chiang Mai as visitors flock to experience the chilly weather of Doi Inthanon, witness the sunrise, and admire the beautiful sea of mist. Doi Inthanon National Park, located in Jomthong, Chiang Mai, reported the cool morning atmosphere at 7am, with temperatures plunging to a low of 9 degrees Celsius at the peak of the mountain. Temperatures…
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Lop Buri residents bite back, seek authority action as iguanas wreaks havoc on farms
Residents in the central province of Lop Buri are urging authorities to intervene as the population of iguanas in the region has surged dramatically. The animals have reportedly bitten a resident and caused significant damage to plantations and agricultural produce. Channel 3 reported that a master’s degree student conducted a study in the Khao Phaya Doen Dong community in Lob…
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Southern Thailand: 30K meth pills found in car wreck after fatal crash
A high-speed car crash in the rainy weather led to the discovery of a large stash of meth pills. The driver of a white Honda sedan collided with an electric pole around 10.30pm last night, in Tha Sala, Nakhon Si Thammarat province. The severe impact left the car in ruins and the driver, identified as 41 year old Phatthrawatee from…
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Unusual banana tree stirs lottery frenzy in central Thailand
An unusual banana tree in Prachin Buri province has become a source of fascination for locals and lottery enthusiasts. The tree’s peculiar flower, resembling a pointing skyward lotus, has led to a rush of locals seeking to tap into its assumed good fortune. People flocked to the site, carrying five flowers, incense, and candles to pay homage and request good…
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Legal eagle throws down gauntlet: Lawyer challenges health minister to probe effectiveness of psychic practitioner
Renowned lawyer Ronnarong Kaewpaet challenged Public Health Minister Dr Chonlanan Srikaew to scrutinise the healing methods of a psychic practitioner. This comes after the lawyer experienced no relief from his body aches following a session with the psychic practitioner, named Keerati Somkid, or Ajarn Aek. The incident took place yesterday at 5.30pm at Sasi Nonthaburi and Apartment, located on Kanchanapisek Road,…
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Digital wallet and e-refund schemes in Thailand face legal and funding challenges
The proposed digital wallet and e-refund schemes considered significant growth drivers for Thailand’s GDP next year, are potentially at risk due to legal and funding obstacles. Analysts have indicated that these challenges could lead to a substantial reduction in the implementation of these costly digital schemes in Thailand, which are scheduled for rollout next year. Maybank Securities notes that legal…
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TMD: Thailand braces for winter onset with lower temperatures and shifting winds
The Thai Meteorology Department (TMD) officially marked the onset of the winter season from yesterday, November 14. With this shift in seasons, the northern regions of Thailand are bracing for a noticeable drop in temperature, potentially reaching below 23 degrees Celsius in some areas. Signifying the winter’s arrival, the wind direction across Thailand, ranging from 100 to 3,500 metres in…
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Sobering reminder: Entertainment venues to open until 4am, but no alcohol sale to drunks
The Thailand Health Minister yesterday stressed that entertainment venues must not serve alcohol to customers who are already drunk, even if establishments are allowed to stay open until 4am. Partygoers have been advised to carry breathalysers. Public Health Minister Cholnan Sikaew said that the policy allowing nightclubs to stay open until 4am had not yet been implemented. Cholnan made known…
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Thailand’s digital wallet initiative raises concerns among tourism sector
The forthcoming 10,000-baht digital wallet initiative has raised concerns among tourism operators in Thailand. The scheme is viewed as primarily beneficial to the retail sector, leaving the tourism sector behind, which could have potential economic repercussions leading to a potential decline in domestic travel. Sanga Ruangwattanakul, the head of the Khao San Road Business Association, suggests the scheme offers limited…
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TCAS round 3 fees waived by Thai government for higher education boost
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health Anutin Charnvirakul announced that the TCAS Round 3 testing fees will be waived to alleviate the financial burden on students and parents. This initiative provides an opportunity for all Thai students to pursue higher education. During a policy presentation and inspection at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI),…
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Serpent-haired sensation slithers into the spotlight: Indian woman’s knotted hair captivates community
A woman with a distinctive long, unkempt knotted hair that bears an uncanny resemblance to a coiling snake has become a sensation in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her peculiar appearance has prompted locals, who believe in sanctity, to chant prayers in her presence, offer flowers, and donate money. The woman’s videos have swiftly gone viral online, leaving netizens in awe…
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Woman from Kalasin province tragically killed in high-speed collision with pickup truck
A tragic accident occurred when a woman from Kalasin Province rode her motorbike onto the road and was hit by a speeding pickup truck. The force of the collision propelled her into a forest across the road where she tragically lost her life. The incident took place yesterday. The local police in Ban Pho, Chachoengsao Province, were notified about the…
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Lady’s rock-solid gamble rocks the art world: 14.8 million baht red stone reveals jaw-dropping hidden value
A woman’s monumental investment in a peculiar red stone has shocked experts, yielding a return considerably higher than anticipated. The stone, originally purchased for around 14.8 million baht, was revealed to be a highly valuable artefact. In recent years, China has seen a surge in the buying and selling of antiques, items that are not only rare but also incredibly…
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Teen almost loses penis after being forced to get beeswax injection
A 15 year old Thai boy almost lost his penis after his school friends forced him to have a beeswax injection and recorded a video of the procedure to blackmail him. The victim’s mother claimed the incident happened at her son’s school in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat on August 1 but the case has not progressed because…
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Thailand extends visa deadline for migrant workers from four nations
The Ministry of Interior in Thailand declared an extension for migrant workers from Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The extension allows them to remain in the country while applying for fresh visas and work permits. This decision, announced yesterday, is the Ministry’s response to two new regulations that were disclosed in the Royal Gazette on Monday. According to Traisuree Taisaranakul,…
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