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Sponsored Buon Natale: Italasia opens its latest branch in One Bangkok
Italasia, a longstanding and reputable importer of Italian products, led by Managing Director Chakrit Benedetti and Fa Benedetti, executive management and hospitality director of Italasia Group, hosted the grand opening party to celebrate the official unveiling of Italasia One Bangkok. [caption id="attachment_840519" align="alignnone" width="800"] Fa...
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Prominent Thai officials arrested over alleged 2.3 million baht bribe
Samut Prakan‘s Bang Phli district saw the arrest of prominent figures within the Bang Pla subdistrict administrative organisation (TAO), including the chairman, 61 year old Chanin Ruenroeng, and his 44 year old personal secretary, Pornmanee (surname withheld). These arrests were initiated by the Anti-Corruption Division (ACD) who acted on a complaint from a local firm alleging that the officials demanded…
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Heatwave history: European scientists declare 2023 hottest year in 125,000 years
European scientists confirmed that this year is the hottest in 125,000 years. This follows data released last month indicating that global temperatures have reached record-breaking highs. The European Union’s climate change watchdog, Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), revealed that the temperature in October surpassed the previous record set in 2019 by 0.4 degrees Celsius. The weather anomalies observed in October…
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Manhole lorry accident: BMA orders review of 371 construction sites
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has ordered a review of 371 construction sites after a lorry incident revealed overloading up to 61 tonnes. The BMA is considering the use of a Bridge Weight Motion system to measure vehicle weight, with results expected within two months. Yesterday at the Bangkok City Hall, the Governor of Bangkok, Chadchart Sittipunt, and Deputy Governor…
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Frantic rescue operation as Bangkok police officer’s car plunges into Chao Phraya River
A police officer’s vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into the Chao Phraya River near Bangkok, resulting in a frantic rescue operation. The driver of the vehicle, a Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) police officer, was found in a state of distress, pleading for help for his wife, presumed to be trapped inside the submerged vehicle. The mysterious plot…
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Bangkok’s bumpy ride: Lorry takes an unexpected plunge, open manhole chaos ensues
An investigation team has been assembled to probe into an incident that occurred yesterday where a lorry registered under the number 43-3281 Nonthaburi plunged into an open manhole in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok. The incident led to substantial traffic congestion and vehicle damage. The police chief, Thiti Saengsawang, delegated the investigation task to a committee led by Witthawat Chinkham, the…
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Influencer arrested for sexual assault in Bangkok
A well-known influencer was arrested by police for sexually assaulting an 18 year old man after establishing a close relationship through a game. The accused admitted to the crime when arrested at his condominium in the Narathiwat-Chong Nonsi area today. The case began when Rattanamongkol Lerttavivit, a former candidate for the Din Daeng constituency from the Thai Create Thai Party,…
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Bangkok nightlife braces for extended hours with heightened safety protocols
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is implementing stricter safety protocols for nightlife establishments in preparation for the government’s proposed extension of their operating hours until 4am. The BMA’s Office of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, under the leadership of Director Teerayut Poomipak, is set to respond to potential issues that may arise from the extended operating hours. Collaborating with the Public Works…
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Carabao-Red Sun hops into the ring to challenge Thai beer titans
The beer market in Thailand has been invigorated by the introduction of a new player, Carabao-Red Sun, which aims to challenge renowned beer brands, Singha and Chang. The new entrant comes from the Carabao Group, led by Sathien Setthasit, and has already been launched across Thailand via Modern Trade stores. This new contender to the 2.6 hundred billion baht beer…
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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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Thai tuk tuk driver’s fare fight leads to handcuffs in Bangkok
Police arrested a Thai tuk tuk driver for physically assaulting two foreign passengers on Phloen Chit Road in the Pathum Wan district of Bangkok on the night of November 5 after they failed to agree on the fare. Lumphini Police Station officers received a complaint of theft from two foreigners in the middle of the night and rushed to the…
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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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Thai Internet idol finds sudden surge in job offers after failed audition
Renowned Internet idol, aka Nokia, has been overwhelmed by a sudden influx of job offers to host various events, following her failed attempt at a newsreader and announcer audition. The 28 year old, whose real name is Suthasinee Sirirak, has been cyberbullied for her resemblance to a music video protagonist and a Japanese rubber doll, which allegedly caused her audition…
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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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Thai actor plans to sue Bangkok barber for cutting off part of his ear
A Thai actor is planning to sue a barber at a shop located in the Thong Lor neighbourhood of Bangkok for cutting off part of his right ear. The actor, 26 year old Natthapong “Oatmeal” Kanthathan, reported details of the incident on his TikTok account, @o.atx, yesterday, November 5. Oatmeal revealed that he is an actor with Mflow Entertainment and…
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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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Bangkok MFP MP defends against sexual harassment claims, refuses to resign
Bangkok’s Move Forward Party (MFP) MP, Chaiyamphawan Manpianjit, more popularly known as Puaut, who was recently admonished by the party for alleged sexual harassment claims, voiced his respect for the party’s decision yesterday. At the same time, he defended his innocence and declined to step down despite growing calls for his resignation. This controversy follows the expulsion of fellow party…
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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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Outlaws Thailand gang leader arrested, 150 million baht assets seized
Officers from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) arrested the leader of the Outlaws Thailand criminal gang at a luxury condominium on Soi Sukhumvit 55 in Bangkok for operating online gambling, human trafficking and drug trafficking. Assets worth more than 150 million baht were seized. Following measures to crackdown on online gambling in Thailand, the CCIB discovered a website, UFAV8,…
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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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