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Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....
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Thailand raises alarm on online child sexual harassment surge
Thailand’s National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) raised alarms about the severe impact of sexual harassment on social media on children and young people. A recent social outlook report from the NESDC, released yesterday, indicates that victims of such harassment risk developing a range of social, emotional, and mental health problems, including anxiety and depression. In some cases, these…
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Commerce minister plea: Time to cut the baht and boost the rates
Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan called on the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to slash interest rates and stabilise the baht in a bid to boost exports and prop up GDP. In a policy statement issued today, Pichai slammed the current strength of the baht, which he claims is hitting exports hard. With export growth expected to be sluggish this year, he’s…
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Phuket on 24-hour alert as rainstorms, flash flood warnings issued
Phuket has been placed on 24-hour alert as heavy rainstorms drenched the island today. Officials urged residents to stay vigilant for potential flash floods, mudslides, and strong winds. On September 15, the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket) issued a notice, authorised by Governor Sophon Suwannarat, advising the public to brace for severe weather conditions. The notice…
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Phatthalung unveils 71 billion baht airport plan to boost tourism
A plot of land spanning 1,496 rai near Songkhla Lake in Phatthalung has been earmarked for constructing a new airport, aimed at boosting tourism and transport in the southern province and its neighbours. Anticipated to become a central hub for Phatthalung, Songkhla, and Nakhon Si Thammarat, the land in Khuan Maphrao subdistrict, Mueang district is owned by the Department of…
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Ubon Ratchathani prepares for Mekong River flood threat
Ubon Ratchathani’s governor has instructed all relevant departments to prepare for the imminent overflow of the Mekong River and its tributaries, expected to inundate five districts in four days. Today, September 16, Suphasit Kochareonyot, Ubon Ratchathani governor, along with disaster prevention and mitigation officials, inspected the Khong Chiam district, where the Mekong River converges with the Mun River. The Mekong…
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Chef’s beef: Thai hotel cook fumes over boozy neighbour’s foul play
A renowned hotel chef in Phatthalung expressed his frustration over his neighbour’s disruptive behaviour. The neighbour, a physical education teacher and habitual drinker, frequently shouts insults, raises his middle finger at security cameras, and claims he can do whatever he wants in the area. The chef, 43 year old Weerapong, who works at a well-known hotel, shared his distress with…
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Deadly denial: No sick leave for employee leads to tragic end
Tragedy struck a major company in Samut Prakan’s Bang Pu industrial estate, leaving an employee dead after being denied sick leave. The worker, who had never taken a day off, was pressured to keep working despite being unwell, and the heartbreaking outcome sparked outrage and calls for justice. Yesterday, September 15, the shocking story was shared on the popular Facebook…
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Body of missing fisherman found after three days in Bueng Kan
The lifeless body of a middle-aged fisherman was discovered floating in a stream after being missing for three days in Bueng Kan. The last sighting of him was while he was casting a fishing net. Relatives found only his clothes and sandals left behind. At 10.30am today, September 15, Duangjai Putthaammat, the village head of Moo 10, Ban Saen Samran,…
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Golden harmony: Gold strikes a steady chord at 41,100 baht
Gold prices hit a steady chord today, with the Gold Traders Association (GTA) revealing that ornamental gold is holding firm at 41,100 baht per baht-weight. This comes as no shock to avid market watchers, as the rates remain unchanged from yesterday’s final figures. The GTA delivered their first update of the day at precisely 9.03am, today, September 16, setting the…
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Mysterious odour leads to discovery of decomposed body
A strong odour led neighbours to discover a decomposed body in a house after the occupant had been missing for over a week. The deceased, 60 year old Thanakrit, was found naked without any signs of struggle. At 10.30am yesterday, September 15, Police Lieutenant Nattawat Ladawan, an investigator at Udon Thani City Police Station, received a report about a body…
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Thai residents flooded with massive bills, demand monthly relief
Residents of Bua Yai in Nakhon Ratchasima are fuming over eye-watering water bills running into tens of thousands of baht, courtesy of a two-year billing cycle enforced by Bua Yai Municipality. Furious locals are demanding an immediate switch to monthly billing to ease their financial strain. Today, September 16, the story of 57 year old Busakorn Changkrian brought the issue…
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Uncle Roger sets world record with largest gathering of fans
Uncle Roger, the famous Malaysian comedian and YouTube star, continued his recent success by opening a restaurant and inviting fans to dress up like him in an attempt to set a world record for the largest gathering of fans. This past week has been exceptionally fruitful for him. Not only did he launch his new eatery, FUIYOH! It’s Uncle Roger,…
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Woman in distress threatens rescuers after driving into ditch
A dramatic rescue unfolded at the weekend, as a woman, in a state of distress, drove her car into a roadside ditch and threatened rescuers with a knife. Emergency responders and police officers managed to subdue her, averting a potentially dangerous situation. Emergency services in Trat province were alerted to a car accident on Sukhumvit Road yesterday, September 15. Responders…
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Cutting corners: Illegal barber snipped by cops on Koh Pha Ngan
Thai police recently apprehended an illegal Burmese national working as a barber in Koh Pha Ngan, earning nearly 50,000 baht monthly. The arrest took place following reports of foreign workers taking jobs from locals. Police Lieutenant Colonel Winij Boonchit received a tip about an unauthorised foreign worker and led a team to arrest 20 year old Wai Yan Kyaw at…
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Lice to meet you: TikTok clip of girl’s hair-raising ordeal bugs social media
A TikTok video has taken social media by storm after a hairdresser in Khon Kaen noticed a young girl lingering outside the shop, too embarrassed to step inside. The heartbreaking reason? An overwhelming infestation of lice covering her scalp. The viral clip, posted by user @rattanavichasr, showcases the shocking extent of the lice and eggs crawling through the girl’s hair,…
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Activist Mike Rayong leaves Thailand, citing safety and freedom
Mike Rayong, a Thai activist known formally as Panupong Jadnok, shared an emotional account of his decision to leave Thailand, primarily driven by a desire for safety and greater freedom. The activist expressed his pain at leaving behind his mother and homeland. Panupong took to Facebook to explain his heart-wrenching decision to leave his home country. He addressed his followers…
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Urgent steps needed for mud removal in post-flood Chiang Rai
Combating post-flood mud in Chiang Rai requires urgency and efficiency, with recommendations to act before the mud hardens. Sombat Boonngamanong of the Mirror Foundation shared ten practical steps for cleaning homes after flooding, focusing on effective mud removal. Floodwaters have receded in Chiang Rai, leaving behind layers of mud that have even reached rooftops in some areas. The first task…
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Spirit sale: Haunted bed gives netizens ghost bumps in Bangkok
A Facebook user today posted a spine-tingling advert in a second-hand furniture group, offering a “spirit-confining wooden bed” for a mere 500 baht. The bed in question, an unassuming three-foot wooden frame, is allegedly haunted, though it no longer contains the talisman that previously kept any restless spirits in check. Describing the bed as fully functional and in good condition,…
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WHAUP to invest 2.3bn baht in renewable energy projects
WHA Utilities and Power (WHAUP), a subsidiary of Thailand’s largest industrial land developer WHA Corp, is set to invest 2.3 billion baht to bolster its operations and meet the rising demand for water and renewable energy in Thailand and Vietnam. A significant portion of this budget will be directed towards expanding renewable energy, aiming to achieve an electricity generation capacity…
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Sneaky love: Japanese woman finds hubby behind harassment calls
A Japanese woman endured daily harassment through phone calls for several weeks before discovering the culprit was her husband, who claimed he acted out of love. A 31 year old woman living in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, began receiving numerous calls from an unknown number several weeks ago. The calls, which occurred daily, often exceeded 100 times a day. The mysterious…
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Serpent surge: Thailand’s venomous vipers slither in flood season
Thailand’s deadly snake brigade is on the slide! Home to seven venomous species, these serpentine killers are a force to be reckoned with, especially during the treacherous flood season. With venom that packs a punch, sometimes fatal, these snakes are not to be trifled with. Venom from these slithering assassins delivers a double whammy: muscle weakness and paralysis. It starts…
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Cash splash: Truck crash with 4.2 million baht, money still missing
A vehicle accident involving a pickup truck carrying 4.2 million baht in cash has led to a dispute and ongoing investigation into the missing money in Uthai Thani. The truck, driven by a local car broker, veered off the road and plunged into a pond near Wat Huai Khanang, located in the first village of Uthai Thani province. Rescuers and…
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Political payout: Listed companies to rake in the baht
Listed companies across a swath of sectors are set to cash in big, thanks to the Pheu Thai-led administration’s progressive new policies, Bualuang Securities (BLS) revealed. The brokerage is urging investors to zoom in on mid-cap stocks, particularly in retail, consumer goods, food, finance, construction, transport, tourism, and healthcare. The launch of Vayupak Fund units has already sent the Stock…
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Hospital slip up swaps newborns, father demands 200,000 baht
A shocking incident of baby swapping at a hospital left a father devastated after discovering his newborn daughter had been switched with another baby. The hospital has admitted to the mistake, corrected its actions and has since scheduled a meeting to discuss compensation for the families involved. The father initially noticed the issue when his newborn daughter’s appearance seemed different…
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Ex-Thai Farmers Association president dies after 15m baht scam
The former President of the Thai Farmers Association passed away after being duped into mortgaging and selling his home for 15 million baht, leaving him destitute. His son, Nattapong, was heartbroken as he arrived too late to see his father one last time and has now brought his father’s body back to Sai Noi, Nonthaburi for religious rites. Reports confirm…
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Phuket plans sustainable tourism overhaul to boost economy
Phuket’s sustainable tourism took centre stage yesterday, September 15, as the House of Representatives Tourism Committee held a seminar to explore new directions for the island’s tourism sector and delve into the creative economy. The event, Transforming Phuket’s Future, was held at Dara Hotel and saw participation from significant figures in government, the private sector, and civil society. Phuket Vice…
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Accor flies high: Premium brand expansion takes off in Thailand
Global hospitality titan Accor is firing on all cylinders as it accelerates the rollout of its premium brands in Thailand and across the globe. The move is fuelled by bullish forecasts for booming travel over the next decade, with the company setting its sights on high-potential markets such as India’s growing middle class and China’s robust outbound travel scene. Karelle…
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Zoo sees 12,000 visitors daily for baby hippo Moo Deng
A surge of 12,000 visitors flocked to Khao Kheow Open Zoo yesterday, September 15, to see the increasingly popular baby pygmy hippopotamus known as Moo Deng. The zoo plans to introduce a new sloth family next month, urging tourists to avoid disturbing animals. The Director of the Zoological Park Organisation of Thailand, Attaporn Srirang, reported that the popularity of Moo…
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Chon Buri police arrest blacksmith for illegal gun manufacturing
Police in Chon Buri arrested a local blacksmith moonlighting as an illegal gun manufacturer, seizing homemade guns and various illegal gun parts from his residence. Police Lieutenant Colonel Somchanok Fakphairot and Police Lieutenant Colonel Apichat Boonkerd of the Nong Prue Police Station led the operation yesterday, September 15, apprehending 38 year old Boonmee in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district. The…
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Storm alert: Phuket’s rain game is just getting started
Hold onto your umbrellas, folks, the driving rain that drenched southern parts of Phuket this morning is just a taste of what’s to come, warns Wirote Lewcharoenthrap, Director of the Southern Meteorological Centre (west coast). Thanks to a vigorous southwest monsoon hammering the Andaman Sea and the west coast, southern Thailand is bracing for heavy downpours and choppy seas from…
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