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Sponsored Digital nomading in Chiang Mai? What US$1,000 a month really gets you
Chiang Mai has become a popular destination for digital nomads due to its low living costs, rich culture, and active remote work community. The city offers affordable housing, tasty food, reliable internet, and many co-working spaces, making it a great...
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Lamphun FC President arrested over alleged gambling, money laundering links
Lamphun Warriors Football Club president has been apprehended in connection to a major gambling and money laundering network. The suspect, known as Boss Tal, was captured in Phayao province by authorities. Pol. Lt. Gen. Roy Inkapiroj, Deputy Police Chief and Director of the Center for Combating Cybercrime (PCT), yesterday announced the arrest of Phongsiri (Boss Tal). The suspect was charged…
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National Astronomical Research Institute forecasts today as longest day in Thailand
The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand today announced that the Summer Solstice or ‘Srisamayan’ will result in the longest day and shortest night of the year. The Sun will pause at the highest point in the north today. The term ‘Solstice’ comes from the Indo-European word stice, meaning steady or pause. The Summer Solstice signifies the day when the…
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RTP warn porn enthusiasts to stay ‘hard’ on security as unsuspecting victim loses 3 million baht
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) issued a warning to pornography lovers to be vigilant after a victim was fleeced of 3 million baht after he browsed an illegal porn website. The RTP yesterday told a gathering press pack that the top five scams in Thailand included counterfeit products and services, fraudulent part-time or freelance jobs, loan scams, call centre scams,…
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Nonthaburi snack vendor reports fake cops extorting monthly fee for dubious protection sticker
A Thai snack vendor in Nonthaburi filed a police complaint against four men posing as officers, who demanded a monthly fee of 3,500 baht (US$100) in exchange for a lion sticker claiming to offer protection for her business. The fake cops fled when the vendor’s older brother started filming them with his phone. The deep-fried banana vendor is located in…
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Election uncertainty affects Thai tourism, domestic spending slows down
As the Election Commission validates candidates for MP-elect roles this week, tourism operators express concern about a slowdown in domestic spending. Travellers appear to be delaying their plans, whilst local businesses hesitate to reinvest until a government is established. “There will still be a vacuum period until the government is formed,” said Sanga Ruangwattanakul, president of the Khao San Road…
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Heavy rain forecast for 30 provinces including Bangkok, fisherman warned amid rough seas
Today’s weather forecast warns of persistent heavy rainfall in 30 provinces, covering 40% of the area, including Bangkok. Moreover, the southern region will experience rough seas, prompting caution for fishermen. Today, the Thai Meteorological Department issued a 24-hour weather forecast. According to the forecast, a moderate southwest monsoon is currently covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand,…
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Discoveries of submerged Buddha statues in Samut Prakan canal spark theft investigation
A search conducted by Thai officials in Samut Prakan‘s Lad Luang canal, Phra Pradaeng, led to the discovery of an additional ten Buddha statues submerged underwater. This follows the discovery of nearly 100 statues yesterday. The authorities stored the found artefacts in a local police station while investigating the ownership of the statues and the individuals responsible for abandoning them.…
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Bangkok warned of quake risks for pre-2007 buildings amid Myanmar tremors
In light of a recent 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar‘s southern coast, the Thai Department of Mineral Resources (DMR) warned that Bangkok buildings constructed before the 2007 building code revision could potentially suffer damage from future quakes. The capital’s high-rise buildings experienced the effects of the seismic activity from Myanmar, whose epicentre was approximately 490 kilometres west of Bangkok. DMR chief,…
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Woman’s public plea to remarry ex-husband backfires as truth unfolds
A woman‘s attempt to persuade her ex-husband to remarry her has gained attention online, sparking criticism and ridicule from netizens. The incident occurred on June 12 in Shandong, China. However, the ex-husband revealed a different side to the story, saying it was not him but her who had initiated the divorce. The woman held a large sign in front of…
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Major drug bust in Pathum Thani seizes 11 million meth tablets
A major drug bust took place last night in Pathum Thani, where police seized approximately 11 million methamphetamine tablets, commonly known as ‘Yaba,’ from an abandoned lorry. The driver of the vehicle managed to escape and the police are now working to track down the individual and expand their investigation into the drug network. Late last night, in the Lam…
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Famous South Korean streamer Imvely dies during live broadcast
Tragic news struck the South Korean entertainment and streaming industries as famed female streamer 37 year old BJ Imvely took her own life during a live broadcast following a party with fellow streamers. Before her death, footage surfaced of Imvely arguing with other streamers at a party on June 11. After returning home intoxicated, she broadcasted live, mentioning that some friends…
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Thai man swindles 3 million baht from Singaporean businessman
A Thai man willingly turned himself in at Nimit Mai Police Station after orchestrating a scam that defrauded a Singaporean businessman of 3 million baht. The scam involved enticing the victim to invest in the man’s business in exchange for a long-stay visa in Thailand. Toward the end of last year, the Singaporean’s Thai wife and a local lawyer complained…
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Thai singer Nhum Kalaa addresses marriage, child neglect and financial rumours on Facebook Live
Thai musician Nhum Kalaa admitted fault and explained his side of the story surrounding his marriage status and rumours concerning neglect of his child and financial matters, during a live broadcast on Facebook. Nhum Kalaa explained that he has been separated from his wife, Joon, for two years and moved away to live with his mother. They had discussed divorce…
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Thai workers in Japan fall victim to job scam, left stranded and penniless
Two Thai workers in Japan contacted the media for help after falling victim to a job scam in which they were lured to Japan with promises of high salaries, only to end up with no work and living in substandard conditions. The victims claim that the job agents, who charged them 150,000 baht (US$4,321) each for the opportunity, have made…
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Thai mother of infant who fell from bed and died speaks out amid criticism
A tragic incident unfolded as an eight month old infant fell from a bed and died in Thailand‘s Lamphun province. Struggling to cope with the loss, the bereaved mother, ‘B,’ spoke out amid harsh criticism from the online community, seeking a fair understanding of her family’s predicament. Yesterday, the child, Kimhant, was found lifeless on the floor of the bedroom between…
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Train collision in Ratchaburi injures 3 and disrupts services
A train collision occurred between a freight train and a parked lorry near the Srakosinaray Station in the Ratchaburi province, injuring three State Railway of Thailand (SRT) staff members this morning. The accident caused travel delays on the Thonburi-Namtok line, with some passengers having to be transferred by road vehicles to their destinations. At 5.40am, freight train no. 725 ICD,…
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Thai school clarifies student’s punishment leading to leg injury
A Thai school has clarified its punishment of a student, who was ordered to stand and sit repeatedly, leading to the student’s severe leg injury. The acting school director confirmed that the student did not endure 100 repetitions as reported, and the school has since assisted with medical expenses and care. The acting school director revealed that he took over…
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Dream-turned-nightmare: Thai woman’s severed-neck vision unveils cheating husband
A bad dream featuring the severed neck of a Thai woman’s husband prompted her to investigate whether her husband was cheating on her. The woman’s worst fears came true, her husband was having an affair. Now, the woman, Sunisa finds herself entangled in a legal dispute with her husband and the other woman involved. The other woman has threatened to…
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Thai father exposes stepmother’s abuse of 6 year old, sparking social service intervention
A six year old Thai girl sustained injuries after her stepmother assaulted her, prompting the child’s distressed father to expose the abuse by posting a video of the incident. The police and social services arrived at the scene today to assist the young girl named Aem, who had suffered from the violent actions of her stepmother. The father, 37 year…
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Vietnamese woman laughs off thief’s gold snatching as it turns out to be fake
A woman in Vietnam unexpectedly laughed off a gold snatching incident that went viral, baffling the thief while sweeping rubbish outside her house. The unshaken victim amused onlookers with her reaction when the stolen necklace, worth about 36,800 baht (US$1,060), was revealed to be fake. A video capturing the unusual encounter made its rounds on international websites, showing the woman…
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Moo-ving act of kindness: Thai entrepreneur saves cows from fate, donates to temple
A Thai entrepreneur saved the lives of two cows from a slaughterhouse and donated them to a temple in Nakhon Pathom, following his family’s predictions of lucky numbers for their upcoming birthdays today. The 29 year old businessman, Thanit Pongchaichoke, donated the two one and a half year old male cows to Wat Sawang Arom Temple. The temple is known…
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Nonthaburi woman arrested over 75,000 baht airline ticket scam on Facebook
Royal Thau Police arrested a 27 year old woman in Nonthaburi province for her involvement in a fraudulent airline ticket scam. The arrest followed a warrant issued on April 19 for charges related to identity theft, conspiracy to defraud the public, and spreading false computer data. The case began when a victim discovered a Facebook page named Annemarie Amsden, advertising job…
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A ray of hope for Aussie mum in a coma after life-threatening tumble in Thailand (video)
The husband of an Aussie mum of three left in a coma after an accidental fall in Thailand announced that there has been an improvement to his wife’s condition but added she is still in a critical condition. Kylee Enwright has been in a coma for more than three weeks following a fall that caused her to hit her head…
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Woman faces 4 million baht debt without receiving truck from failed purchase deal
A shocking turn of events left a 39 year old woman from Kamphaeng Phet province with a staggering debt of 4 million baht (US$115,107) without possession of a vehicle she attempted to purchase. Nam Aoy Aiemviboon had agreed to pay 67,892 baht (US$1,954) per month over 60 installments for a second-hand Hino S700 truck and a trailer, but she never…
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Disputed land sells for 45 million baht after religious ceremony
Land unsold for five years found a buyer after a religious ceremony, resulting in a 45 million baht (US$1.3 million) sale and a generous donation to the temple. Yesterday, Nittawat Sukprasert and his family from Pathum Thani province visited Wat Khao Mai Daeng temple in Chon Buri province to offer a donation to a monk named Phra Kru Wisit Dhammasophon,…
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Student rejoins class amid clothing controversy, MSDHS holds meeting without representation
A 15 year old Thai student was able to return to her regular classes at an educational development school despite controversy over her clothing choices. The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS) held a meeting today on the issue. At 7.40am this morning, Yok attended school in a white T-shirt, black warm-up pants, and sneakers, carrying an iPad.…
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Explosion at Ratchaburi’s Canal Hotel causes collapse, injures 2
An explosion at a renowned hotel in Ratchaburi province caused the building to collapse, injuring two individuals who were promptly hospitalised. The incident occurred at The Canal Hotel in Hua Phai sub-district and was reported at 9.30am today. Officials immediately arrived at the scene, accompanied by representatives from relevant authorities, reported KhaoSod. The gas explosion is reported to have caused…
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Tik-shock: Baht bus operator gets tough on risqué ride with Chinese viral vixen
A baht bus operator in Chiang Mai has recently implemented stricter measures in response to viral TikTok videos featuring a provocative Chinese woman on one of their buses in the province. On Friday, June 16, a Chinese woman, under the TikTok handle @huanxi59, posted a video that quickly gained attention. The video showcased her seated on the baht bus floor,…
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The Power of Pride Celebration 2023 in Bangkok at CentralwOrld
As the world celebrates Pride Month, Thailand is also hosting its most spectacular, inclusive, and vibrant events to honour the LGBTQ+ community. CentralwOrld, a renowned global lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok, is collaborating with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Thailand, along with partners from both government and private sectors, including the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Galderma Thailand,…
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Lorry driver collapses during U-turn in Thanyaburi, passer-by attempts rescue
A 58 year old lorry driver collapsed at the wheel while completing a U-turn on the Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok road in Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani province. The man was rushed to Thanyaburi Hospital but later passed away. The incident occurred at 1.40am today. At the scene, a 12-wheeled lorry with the registration number 72-5313 Nakhon Pathom was found parked in the middle…
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