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Car wash cover-up: DSI finds football feed behind suds and soap
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) stormed a seemingly innocent car wash shop in Bangkok’s Khlong Sam Wa district. The shop turned out to be a front for a sophisticated network broadcasting overseas football matches illegally. This was just one of 21 locations nationwide linked to the syndicate, which is accused of running a staggering 100 mule accounts with over…
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Tang Rat app crashes amid rush for 10,000 baht digital wallet
The Tang Rat application crashed as numerous people rushed to download and verify their identities ahead of the registration for the 10,000 baht digital wallet set to begin tomorrow, August 1. It was reported today that the government, through the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) and the Ministry of Finance, will open the registration for the 10,000 baht…
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Thai man arrested for stealing from Bangkok laundrettes
Thai police arrested a man suspected of breaking into coin-operated machines at several laundrettes in Bangkok. Despite his attempts to evade detection by adjusting surveillance cameras, he was ultimately caught. Police Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang, Police Major General Noppasil Poolwasawat, Pol. Maj. Gen. Teeradech Thammasuthee, and Colonel Niwat Phuenguthaisri, along with their investigative teams, successfully apprehended 29 year old Chaiyanan.…
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Ex-PM Thaksin’s Dubai dreams dashed: Medical treatment declined
The Criminal Court dashed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s hopes of jetting off to Dubai for medical treatment. The embattled ex-leader requested to travel to the UAE from August 1 to 16, citing a slew of health issues, including chronic pneumonia, respiratory and coronary symptoms, a torn right rotator cuff, and spinal disc herniation. Thaksin, who celebrated his 75th birthday last…
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Thai man hunts for ex-girlfriend after 200,000 baht theft (video)
A Thai man took to social media to search for his ex-girlfriend after she stole cash and valuables worth nearly 200,000 baht from his home in Bangkok. The victim, 27 year old Ton, shared security camera footage of the theft and a picture of his 21 year old ex-girlfriend named Ploy on his Facebook page on July 24 with a…
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Activist Parit Chiwarak sentenced to two years for lese majeste
The criminal court of Thailand sentenced political activist Parit Chiwarak, also known as Penguin, to three years in prison for lese majeste, later reduced to two years without suspension. An arrest warrant has been issued for him to serve the sentence within a 10-year statute of limitations. The verdict was delivered today, July 31, at 10am at Criminal Court Room…
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Steel plate falls on car on Rama 2 Road, Bangkok, during storm
A steel plate fell onto a vehicle on Rama 2 Road, Bangkok, due to turbulent weather and strong winds, prompting a three-day suspension of work and compensation for those affected. The incident occurred on July 29 at approximately 11.45am. Sarawut Songsiwilai, Director-General of the Department of Highways, addressed the incident where a steel plate fell onto the bonnet of a…
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Paws for thought: Orphaned dogs named after 28 Thai provinces
The Voice Foundation is urgently seeking new homes for 28 small-sized dogs, all named after Thai provinces, following the death of their owner in Khlong Sam Wa district, Bangkok. The story has captivated the public, with the foundation’s unique naming scheme for the dogs catching widespread attention. The dogs were discovered after a concerned neighbour noticed the absence of their…
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3 Chinese nationals arrested in Bangkok for call centre scam
Officers from the Provincial Police Region 2 Investigation Division arrested three Chinese nationals at a condominium in the Prawet district of Bangkok on July 19 for running a call centre scam using a SIM box to contact targeted victims. The Investigation Division of Provincial Police Region 2 explored the scammers who used the SIM boxes or GSM Gateways to remotely…
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TikTok star arrested at Bangkok airport for operating online gambling
Police arrested a Thai TikTok star at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok yesterday, after discovering she was operating a gambling website with over 4 billion baht in circulation. Officers from the Special Operation Unit for the Prevention and Suppression of Digital Crimes from the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) arrested a 29 year old Thai woman named Chutima,…
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MFP faces potential dissolution amid court ruling
Move Forward Party (MFP) remains resolute in its mission to promote progressive policies, regardless of the impending Constitutional Court ruling that could lead to its dissolution next week, according to spokesperson Parit Wacharasindhu. Parit announced that party leader Chaithawat Tulathon and chief adviser Pita Limjaroenrat will present statements on Friday summarising the legal arguments submitted to the court. The court…
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US urges Thailand to release Vietnamese activist facing extradition
US Congress members have formally requested that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin release Vietnamese activist Y Quynh Bdap and assist in his resettlement to a third country rather than deporting him. This appeal was based on a letter signed by Michelle Steel, Luis Correa, John Moolenaar, and Chris Smith dated Friday, July 26. Activist 32 year old Bdap, who founded Montagnards…
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Python in Government House: Officials search to find slithery mum
A young python caused a stir at the Government House leading to a frantic search for its mother by officials. The incident occurred at 12.30pm, yesterday, July 29, following a Cabinet meeting. As ministers were leaving, the discovery of a baby python curled up in the press room sparked discussions among journalists and onlookers, one official said. “This has never…
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Disabled man arrested for throwing rock at car in Bangkok (video)
A Thai woman took to social media to warn motorists in Bangkok after a disabled man threw a rock at her car while travelling on Banthat Thong Road on Sunday, July 28. Many netizens shared that this man committed the same crime in the Silom area. The female driver shared the video of the disabled suspect attempting to flee from…
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Chinese tourists accused of killing kitten with luggage
Thai netizens condemned two foreign tourists for kicking and running their luggage over a kitten, leading to its death in Soi Phayanak near Ratchathewi BTS Station in Bangkok. The tourists were widely assumed to be Chinese. News Facebook page Social Hunter 2022 shared pictures of the dead animal and the tourists, reported to be Chinese, on Sunday, July 28. The…
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Noodle disaster: Jet ski capsizes leaves trio in Chao Phraya River
Three young men riding jet skis to enjoy a bowl of noodles found themselves in peril when one of their jet skis capsized in the Chao Phraya River near Bangkok. The incident prompted a rescue operation but the men managed to return safely to shore near Nonthaburi Pier. Volunteer officers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation yesterday, July 29, at 8pm, received…
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Thai-ing up loose ends: Fake prosecutor’s fraud case grows
An investigation into a Thai man accused of posing as a prosecutor and engaging in fraudulent activities is expanding, according to a source from the prosecution. Thai police are delving deeper into the actions of Mongkol Preesukkasem, who was apprehended last Thursday, July 25, while delivering a law enforcement lecture at a high school in Nonthaburi. Taling Chan police in…
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Amnesty bill committee divided on Thailand’s lese majeste inclusion
The House Committee tasked with studying an amnesty bill has concluded its work but has not reached a decision on whether offences under Section 112, the lese majeste law, and Section 110 of the Criminal Code should be included. Pheu Thai MP and Committee Chairperson Chusak Sirinil announced that the panel has endorsed a report for submission to the House.…
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New bill to combat corruption in Thailand’s public sector
A new bill designed to streamline licencing and establish standards for government services is in the works, promising to be a significant tool in combating bribery and corruption in the public sector, according to Wissanu Krea-ngam, the prime minister’s legal adviser. Wissanu, during a lecture on preventing corruption in the public sector amid digital disruption, highlighted that this bill is…
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Thai cyber police seize gambling assets worth 190 million baht
Thai cyber police arrested the owner of two major online gambling networks, seizing assets worth 190 million baht. The websites reportedly used cartoon profile pictures to attract young gamblers. Police disclosed that the networks generated over 480 million baht annually. The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) in Mueang Thong Thani announced the crackdown, which targeted the websites kingpigs1.com and duckystars.com.…
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Thai woman’s repeated assaults by ex-boyfriend ignored by police
A Thai woman took to social media seeking help after her ex-boyfriend stalked and physically assaulted her and her family members over the past two years, with the police neglecting her case. The victim, identified only as May, shared her story with the Facebook page Esor News 3 after her ex-boyfriend, Deer, continued to evade capture despite years of abuse.…
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Heavy rain to batter 23 provinces in Thailand including Bangkok
Heavy rain is expected to batter 23 provinces today, with Bangkok also facing a 70% chance of severe downpours. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warned of flash floods and forest runoffs, urging residents to stay alert and take precautions. TMD forecasts that the eastern and western regions of the northern part of Thailand will experience very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, the…
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SAT-1: Suvarnabhumi Airport lounge launch hits a delay
The newly opened satellite terminal at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, known as SAT-1, has seen limited activity in its lounges and day rooms due to a lack of international flights, according to Miracle Group, an operator of airport lounges and hotels. The chairman of Miracle Group, Aswin Ingkakul, noted that large international airlines have not utilised the SAT-1 terminal as expected.…
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Thailand joins forces with Cambodia to tackle call centre gangs
Top police officials from Thailand and Cambodia have declared war on call centre gangs, vowing to put an end to their reign of terror. The two nations agreed to collaborate during a high-stakes teleconference held today, sparking hope for millions affected by these scams. The critical agreement was struck between the Royal Thai Police, led by Commissioner-General Police General Torsak…
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Sudden bus route changes spark chaos for Bangkok commuters
Chaos ensued for bus commuters in Greater Bangkok, as route changes implemented this morning left many passengers bewildered and stranded. The unannounced alterations disrupted the usual morning commute, resulting in longer wait times and confusion over the new routes. Passengers overwhelmed the Facebook pages of the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA), the Transport Ministry, and Bangkokbusclub.com with complaints. The sudden…
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Chao Phraya bridges to shine for King’s 72nd birthday celebrations
Three iconic bridges over the Chao Phraya River will be illuminated starting tomorrow as part of the nationwide celebrations for the 72nd birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua. The Rural Roads Department announced this festive display, which will continue until next Tuesday, July 30. Decorative lights will adorn the Bhumibol 1 and 2 Bridges, which connect Bangkok…
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Paetongtarn kicks Chalerm Yubamrung out of Party’s chat group
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party, has removed veteran politician Chalerm Yubamrung from the party’s LINE application group. However, she has stopped short of expelling him from the party itself. Paetongtarn revealed her decision today, July 25, just one day after Chalerm held a press conference at his home in Bangkok’s Bang Bon district, daring the party to…
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New runway at Suvarnabhumi Airport sparks emergency drill
Suvarnabhumi International Airport conducted a high-stakes emergency exercise under the codename SENOP-24 on Tuesday, July 23. This drill, aimed at preparing for the grand opening of the airport’s third runway set for mid-September, was designed to ensure every team is battle-ready for any potential crisis. Kittipong Kittikachorn, the Director of Suvarnabhumi Airport and a key figure in Airports of Thailand…
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Thailand freezes electricity prices to save consumers
To alleviate financial pressure on its citizens, the Thai government confirmed it will maintain the current cap on electricity prices at 4.18 baht per unit and diesel prices at 33 baht per litre until the end of the year. This announcement came from Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga following a recent Cabinet meeting. Minister Pirapan assured the public that a special…
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Chinese couple deported over passport sale billboard in Bangkok
The Immigration Bureau blacklisted a Chinese woman from entering Thailand and deported her Chinese husband over a controversial advertising billboard about passport sales at the Huay Kwang Intersection in Bangkok. Thai netizens recently shared a picture of a Chinese billboard that advertised a service for issuing passports for Indonesia, Vanuatu, Cambodia, and Turkey, raising suspicions about whether the service was…
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