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Love Destiny spices things up with Kuay Tiew Bok, a rare Thai dish worth slurping about
In the latest episode of the Thai drama series Phrom Likhit, or Love Destiny, a unique, ancient Thai dish, Kuay Tiew Bok, is prominently featured. The dish, more commonly known as Kuay Tiew Lui Suan, is a challenge to find in restaurants and has piqued the interest of many viewers. Kuay Tiew Bok, much like Kuay Tiew Lui Suan, is a…
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Thai Bankers’ Association assures bank app security after facial recognition scam
The Thai Bankers’ Association affirmed the security and stability of bank apps, following news of the arrest of a programmer selling software that bypasses facial scanning for transfers exceeding 50,000 baht. The fraudsters exploited loopholes in the system to facilitate transfers without the need for facial recognition for transactions over 50,000 baht. The Thai Bankers’ Association’s Technology Information Security Coordination…
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Major sinkhole swallows lorry causing traffic chaos on Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok
A major sinkhole swallowed a ten-wheeler lorry almost whole, at the entrance of Sukhumvit Soi 64/1, injuring two people. The incident happened today at 11.35am on Sukhumvit Road, where the sinkhole had formed. The resulting damage caused significant traffic disruption over three lanes, with congestion stretching as far as Bang Na. The initial reports indicate two people suffered injuries from…
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14 year old Thai girl commits suicide after suffering sexual assault over 8 years
A 14 year old Thai girl committed suicide at Krung Thep Bridge in Bangkok after being sexually assaulted by her grandfather-in-law for more than eight years. Bangkholaem Police Station officers and rescuers tried to save the teenage girl from the Chao Phraya River at around 11.45am on November 6. Rescuers administered CPR but were unable to save her life. A…
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Victims seek justice after unsuccessful surgery by convicted Thai doctor
Two victims have sought legal assistance after a renowned surgical doctor, previously convicted for causing a patient’s death due to a botched liposuction procedure, reportedly ruined their faces in a case of unsuccessful surgery. The incidents occurred at a clinic in Huai Khwang district. The victims, 37 year old Nam (nickname) and 25 year old Tae (nickname) reported their experiences…
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American woman sexually assaulted in Bangkok
A 24 year old American woman was sexually assaulted by a man in her apartment, following a meeting arranged via a dating app. The 25 year old suspect, Tienming Ho, asked if he could spend the night at her place, and then committed the crime. Ho allegedly confessed to the offence and was apprehended by the police at 11.15am today. The…
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Politician ‘Poo Ad’ flushed out of Move Forward Party over apology debacle
Chaiyamparwaan Manphianjit, also known as Poo Ad, a representative for the Bangkok Chom Thong district from the Move Forward Party (MFP), has been booted out of the MFP after his alleged disingenuous apology over the sexual harassment allegations hanging over him. Despite issuing an apology, the party’s leader, Chaithawat Tulathon, believes that there has been no genuine remorse or acknowledgement of…
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Bangkok twins arrested after fatal shooting of teenager
The serene stillness of a Bangkok morning was disrupted by the shocking act of some twins shooting a fellow teenager, leading to his untimely demise. The twins, known as Yossakorn and Yossaphon, both 19 years old, have been apprehended by the Prawet Police. The arrest, which occurred on November 5, came on the heels of a fatal altercation on On…
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TikTok video: Thai mother’s unique trick to soothe crying baby goes viral (video)
A TikTok video of a Thai mother calming her crying infant has gone viral, thanks to an unconventional method that surprisingly worked. The trick? She pretended to converse loudly with an imaginary friend outside the house. The video was posted by TikTok user @mommy_chicky and gained over 6.5 million views, with netizens applauding the mother’s creative approach. In the TikTok…
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Emergency greens: Ambulance meets veggie truck in crunchy collision in central Thailand
An ambulance rushing to pick up a patient was involved in a severe collision with a vegetable-carrying truck at a red light intersection in central Thailand. The incident, which occurred today, caused significant damage to both vehicles and injured three people, including the ambulance driver and a medical officer. The ambulance, belonging to Chulabhorn Hospital 304 Inter, was travelling urgently…
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Thai graduation group photo complaint sparks online drama
A recent graduate expressed frustration over a group photo from a Thai graduation event, blaming the photography studio for not ensuring everyone was posed appropriately. The complaint, posted on Facebook, resulted in an online drama, with many netizens sympathising with the photography studio. Subsequently, the complaint was withdrawn, and an apology was issued to the studio. Twitter user @RedSkullxxx shared…
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Woman experienced hallucinations after heavy TikTok and Reel use
A 40 year old government employee reportedly experienced hallucinations after engaging heavily on social media platforms TikTok and Reel. This peculiar case was shared by Surat Tanprawate, a neurology specialist, on his Facebook page Brain with Dr Surat. The woman, who was previously consulting for neurodegenerative diseases, started seeing hallucinations after interacting with content on TikTok and Reel for four…
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Illegal firearm imitations uncovered in Bangkok warehouses raid
In a recent operation conducted on November 2 by the Anti-Trafficking In Persons (ATP) officers, two warehouses located in the Suksawat area, Rat Burana, Bangkok, were thoroughly searched following a warrant from the Thonburi Criminal Court. During the search, police made a startling discovery: the warehouses harboured an extensive stash of illegal blank guns and BB guns, totalling more than…
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Soft power strategy: Thailand targets 11 sectors with a focus on Muay Thai
Thailand’s National Soft Power Strategy Committee, established in September following the Cabinet formation, has recently identified 11 key sectors for soft power implementation. The Committee intends to action the Thailand Creative Content Agency (THACCA) Act, which will facilitate a unified agency to dictate policies across these sectors. The sectors in question span a broad range of creative industries: fashion, books,…
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Thailand to cut retail gas price following energy conservation fund resolution
A significant resolution was announced by the director-general of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency, Prasert Sinsukprasert, on November 2. The pronouncement concerned a resolution on the Fund of Energy Conservation, which is set to bring about a substantial reduction in the retail gas price of Gasohol 91 by 2.50 baht per litre. This change is slated to take effect from…
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MFP to challenge government amidst internal controversies
The Move Forward Party (MFP), the main opposition party in Thailand, is preparing to challenge the government in a general debate. Critics suggest this is a tactic to divert public attention from the party’s controversies. For the first time, the MFP is exercising its constitutional power to initiate a debate against the government, scheduled for early next year. Although the…
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Thai car model Yoko’s death shocks industry
The Thai modelling industry is mourning the death of a renowned car model, Praowrawee Sahasathapong, popularly known as Yoko. Yoko was recognised for her significant contributions to the car industry and her charismatic personality that will be missed by friends, family, and fans. The news of Yoko’s death was shared on the Facebook page of Yyok Magarita, a close friend…
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Thai man reports to police following sexual assault allegations
Harn Rakchajitr, also known as Nen Ae, and his lawyer reported to the Don Mueang Police Station on October 30, following an accusation of sexual assault. Nen Ae, adamant about his innocence, arrived at the station at 10am, armed with chat records, money transfer receipts, and a willingness to negotiate. However, he denied any wrongdoing as alleged by his accuser,…
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Nonthaburi deputy station chief’s swift action turns motorcycle crash into life-saving rescue
A deputy station chief has been praised for his quick response and life-saving actions following a motorcycle crash in Nonthaburi. The injured motorcyclist had plunged into a saloon vehicle, resulting in severe injuries and loss of consciousness. However, thanks to Thana Theenak’s swift intervention and knowledge of CPR, the young man was revived and rushed to Bang Yai Hospital. The incident…
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BMW driver with mental health issues crashes car on Maha Chetsadabodin Sorn Bridge
A man driving a BMW recklessly chased and crashed into a car on the Maha Chetsadabodin Sorn Bridge, causing damage and panic to the couple inside the vehicle. The family of the aggressor claimed he suffered from mental health issues, while the victims reported the incident to the police for further investigation. A high-speed chase took place yesterday, November 2,…
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Grandparents’ indulgence leads to child’s secret pile of sweets
The mother of a nine year old girl discovered her daughter had hidden a pile of sweets under her bed after she returned home from her grandparents’ house. The young girl had been staying with her father’s parents during a school holiday while her parents were working abroad for a month. Upon her return, her mother noticed a significant change…
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Chulalongkorn University student dies in shocking solo car crash
A fatal accident occurred on Borommaratchachonnani Road in the early hours of yesterday when a 36 year old postgraduate student from Chulalongkorn University named Nattapha (surname withheld), lost control of her Toyota Camry, colliding with a barrier before hitting a flyover column. The vehicle was found heavily damaged on the express lane approximately 100 metres from the impact site. The crash…
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Trial twist: Tangmo’s case peels back for fresh witnesses
The Nonthaburi Provincial Court scheduled a hearing for the prosecution witnesses in the case concerning the death of Nida Patcharaveerapong, better known as Tangmo, who was separated and tried with the remaining four defendants after the initial case had been concluded. The four defendants are Sansara Manomaipiboon aka Zan, Itsarin Juthasuksawat also known as Kratik, Nittas Kiratisuthisathorn aka Job, and…
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Bangkok bus bust-up: Dismissed driver’s fare share of woes
A bus driver has been dismissed following an incident in which a young man claimed he was verbally abused and forced off the bus. The driver, who said he was afraid of dismissal, confirmed he had been let go by the company. The incident occurred on Route 1013, between Hua Takhe and Seacon Square, and was posted on the popular…
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Thai Airways launches direct flights from Bangkok to Istanbul
Thai Airways International (THAI) is set to start direct flights from Bangkok to Istanbul on December 1, marking a significant expansion of its international flight network. The announcement was officially made in a recent launch ceremony, presided over by the Chairperson of THAI Plan Administrators, Piyasvasti Amranand, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to Thailand, Serap Ersoy. The…
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Chinese couple accused of damaging Thai woman’s Bangkok home
A concerned Thai mother urged Channel 3 to publicise the disturbing behaviour of a Chinese couple after she accused them of causing chaos and damage to her daughter’s house in Soi Chalerm Prakiat 28 in the Prawet district of Bangkok. The mother, Arporn, told the media that her daughter had lived alone in the house for more than 10 years without…
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Jealous husband shoots wife before suicide, wife survives attack
A jealous husband shot his wife several times in a rented house in Bangkok’s Khlong Toey district and then committed suicide, believing her to be dead. The wife survived the attack but remains in critical condition. Officers from Tha Rue Police Station and a rescue team rushed to the house on Art Narong Road in Khlong Toey district at 1am…
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Bangkok condo conundrum: Thai man’s discount deal to evict stubborn mother
A Thai man put his Bangkok condo room up for sale at a low price to force his interfering mother to move out. He says he can’t personally use the condo because his mother refuses to leave. The Thai man announced the sale on a Facebook group on October 26. The condominium is situated within the HR Residence project, which is…
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La Tavola offers a slice of Italy’s coastal flavors in Bangkok
Bangkok just got a touch more dolce with the reopening of La Tavola, an authentic Italian restaurant on the 3rd floor of Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel. Celebrating all there is to love about Italian food, the restaurant serves up mouth-watering flavors of Italy’s seaside towns right here in the capital of Thailand. The essence of Italian coastal flavors Under the…
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Sirens sour the silence: Silom hotel’s plea ignites global social media symphony
An escalating drama unfolded as a hotel in the Silom area penned a letter to a foundation requesting the discontinuation of ambulance siren noise. The hotel cites the disturbance and nuisance caused by the loud sirens, thereby interrupting the leisure time of the guests. The revelation of this issue by the Thai press stirred up a global social media storm. The…
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