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Trat: Man punches woman unconscious due to sarcastic remarks
A violent altercation occurred last night when a man repeatedly punched a woman until she lost consciousness, leaving her with a swollen face. The incident took place in a rented room in Trat province, following a drinking session where the woman reportedly made several sarcastic remarks. Despite warnings, the man lost patience, resulting in the assault. Trat City Police received…
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Nakhon Phanom: Drugs found hidden in Buddha statues seized
A daring drug smuggling operation involving heroin and crystal methamphetamine (Ice) concealed within large Buddha statues was thwarted by police in Thailand. The haul, with an estimated value of over 100 million baht, was seized after a tip-off led to the discovery of the illicit cargo yesterday, November 18. Police Lieutenant Colonel Rewat Champan, commanding officer of the Border Patrol…
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Burmese construction worker plunges from 3rd floor in Sattahip
In a terrifying fall from a three-storey building near Chumphon Naval School’s traffic lights in Bang Saray, Sattahip, Chon Buri, a Burmese construction worker narrowly escaped death at the weekend. The 29 year old worker, identified as Sun, fell from a dangerous height while on the job, leaving him with severe injuries and sparking a rapid emergency response on Saturday,…
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Methamphetamine thrown on stage at Kalasin beauty pageant (video)
A surprising incident unfolded during a beauty pageant at a Loy Krathong festival when a young man unexpectedly threw methamphetamine (meth) onto the stage. This disruption occurred at Huai Mano Reservoir, Seri Thai Airport, in Na Khu district, Kalasin province, at 10pm yesterday, November 15. The individual involved, a known psychiatric patient with a history of drug use, had recently…
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Udon Thani: Image of revered monk in the sky sparks lottery frenzy
A miraculous event unfolded yesterday, November 14, at Wat Mai Burapharam in Udon Thani, captivating locals during a religious ceremony. Clouds formed into the likeness of the seated monk, prompting a fervent rush for lottery tickets bearing the number 652. During the ceremony, led by the well-known monk Phra Achan Pornsak, the sky offered a mystical spectacle. As he chanted…
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Police arrest Sisaket man for firearms and drugs possession
Police successfully conducted a crime crackdown during the Loy Krathong festival, seizing firearms and ammunition. On the day of the operation, officers arrested a 45 year old Thai man, at his residence in Huai Chan subdistrict, Khun Han district, Sisaket province. The operation was spearheaded by Chayaphon Namsuwan, a senior investigator at Khun Han Police Station, and supported by Wanchai…
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Chon Buri police arrest three for trafficking 10 year old Burmese girl
Police in Chon Buri apprehended two Thai individuals and a Myanmar citizen, accusing them of trafficking a young girl from Myanmar to work under exploitative conditions. The arrests, executed by the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Division (ATPD) and the local office of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), followed court-issued warrants. The Thai nationals involved were identified as…
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Suicidal Thai man goes ghost hunting to seek advice on afterlife
A suicidal Thai man with a death wish embarked on a ghost hunt, hoping for some heavenly advice on whether the spiritual world is more comfortable than living in the material world. The 55 year old ghost hunter rode his motorbike from Chon Buri to the eerily famous Bang Pakong River Bridge in Chachoengsao province, determined to find out if…
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‘I just wanted to try it’: Udon Thani monks found positive for meth
Police conducted a surprise raid on a well-known temple in Udon Thani, apprehending five monks after they tested positive for methamphetamine (meth) use. Prompted by local complaints over the monks’ inappropriate behaviour, officials took decisive action. This operation took place after locals reported the monks’ behaviour to the Damrongtham Centre in Mueang Udon Thani district. The monks were allegedly involved…
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Four arrested for abduction over car loan dispute in Chanthaburi
Four men audaciously attacked a 50 year old man, binding his hands and feet before abducting him in a taxi headed towards the Aranyaprathet border in Sa Kaeo province. Police intervened promptly, apprehending the suspects just 24 minutes after the incident was reported. The incident unfolded outside a convenience store in the Kluang district of Chanthaburi. A vigilant citizen reported…
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Wheel-y close call: Teen’s pickup mishap sends tyre rolling in Sisaket
A 14 year old boy lost control of his pickup truck in Sisaket province, resulting in a wheel detaching and rolling onto the pavement. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though damages require compensation. Police from the Mueang Sisaket Police Station responded to an accident at the Khukhan Road intersection, near the Thanetthana Construction Company in Mueang Tai subdistrict, Mueang district,…
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Wage against the machine: Workers rally at Government house over pay delays
Hundreds of workers gathered in front of Government House yesterday, November 12, voicing frustrations over unpaid wages and seeking government intervention. Approximately 10,000 workers have not received their salaries for the past eight months due to delays from subcontractors involved in a clean fuel project located in Chon Buri. Members of the Federation of Subcontractors, representing 28 different firms, delivered…
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Forestry officer arrested after armed robbery in Sakon Nakhon
An arrest warrant is targeting a forestry police officer following an armed robbery at a forest conservation unit in Sakon Nakhon province. On Saturday, a group of men attacked the Warit-Panna forest protection unit, making off with 19 phayung logs, also known as Siamese rosewood and two firearms. The logs are valued at approximately 800,000 baht. Surachai Achalaboon, Director-General of the…
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Female student falls from Nakhon Ratchasima school’s 7th floor
A female student from a prestigious girls’ school in Nakhon Ratchasima fell from the seventh floor of a school building, leaving her in a critical condition. School administrators and teachers temporarily halted classes immediately following the incident. Police received reports of the incident today, November 12, at 11.15am. The accident occurred at a well-known secondary school under the jurisdiction of…
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Minister defends ‘controversial’ land title decision in Buriram
Deputy Interior Minister Songsak Thongsri recently stepped into the spotlight by defending a contentious decision made by a land committee regarding land title documents for plots in Buriram’s Khao Kradong area. This decision comes despite a 2021 Supreme Court ruling that the land is owned by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). The crux of the issue lies in the…
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Ice blunder: Re-used animal feed bags spark mass diarrhoea outbreak in Rayong schools
Shocking revelations have emerged from Rayong province, where a gastrointestinal nightmare unfolded, infecting over 1,400 teachers and students with diarrhoea. The culprit? Ice packed in re-used animal feed bags, a blunder that’s left local government officials scrambling to contain the chaos. Today, November 11, Dr Sopon Iamsirithaworn, Inspector-General of the Ministry of Public Health, Health Region 6, revealed the grim findings…
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Thaksin to fire up Pheu Thai campaign in Udon Thani province
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is back in the political spotlight as he gears up to boost the Pheu Thai Party’s campaign in a major way. Thaksin is expected to make his return to the stage in Udon Thani next week, marking his first public address since ending his self-imposed exile in August last year. The 74 year old’s…
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Infant’s body found in Si Racha condo bin shocks community
In a harrowing discovery that has left Si Racha residents reeling, police are investigating the death of an infant whose body was found in a condominium’s waste disposal area in Bo Win, Chon Buri, yesterday, November 6. A worker sorting through the trash made the heartbreaking find, uncovering the remains of a five to six month old infant wrapped in…
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Udon Thani shop owner thanks Thao Wessuwan for lottery win
A local shop owner in Udon Thani province held a ceremonial offering in gratitude for a lottery win yesterday, November 6. The ceremony took place at the front of a sculpting shop located at house number 141, Ban Nongpan, Village 14, Nong Mek subdistrict, Nong Han district. The shop owner, Phayao Tuthum, and her husband and relatives conducted a ceremony to…
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Drunken man attacks friend’s dead body in Chanthaburi province
A heated altercation unfolded yesterday when a middle-aged Thai man, under the influence of alcohol, aggressively slapped a dead friend’s body in the eastern province of Chanthaburi, causing chaos and prompting police intervention. The incident occurred at 1pm, yesterday, November 6, when the police were alerted to a suicide in a local forest. Police Lieutenant Panida Julphak, along with forensic…
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Phimai Festival to boost tourism in Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima this week launched the spectacular Phimai Festival, featuring a dazzling light and sound show titled Vimayapura Niramit Sri Wirentrasrom. The event aims to boost the local economy and promote tourism in Korat. The Phimai Historical Park in Phimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima, served as the venue for the festival’s opening ceremony. Chaiwat Chuenkosum, the Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima, presided…
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Housekeeper denies stealing 20 million baht gold in Khon Kaen
A startling case of theft has emerged from a gold shop in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen, where a housekeeper has been accused of stealing gold worth over 20 million baht since 2021. Despite clear CCTV evidence, the accused continues to deny the charges in court. Footage from a CCTV camera in the gold shop located in Ban Phai…
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Sisaket house lights up after candle left burning overnight
A house fire broke out in Sisaket province after a man fell asleep with a candle lit due to a power cut, leading to a scramble for safety and the loss of his belongings. Apichat Kasorn, an investigator at Sisaket Provincial Police Station, received a report of a fire at house number 14, Village 5, Ban Yang Kut, Mak Kheab…
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Enlist now, reap rewards: PM hails modern Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence is shaking up Thailand’s military recruitment strategy, swapping the conscription model for a voluntary one packed with incentives and young Thais are taking note. In a recent visit to Infantry Division 6 in Roi Et province, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai lauded the successful transformation, highlighting that voluntary enlistment has surged significantly.…
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UNESCO Thai heritage site threatened by reservoir projects: Probe
Environmentalists are urging a House committee to investigate two reservoir construction projects that they fear may threaten the Dong Phayayen–Khao Yai Forest Complex in Nakhon Ratchasima, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Klong Madue reservoir project in Nakhon Nayok and another near the forest complex have raised concerns among conservationists. Suthee Rattanamongkol, leading the Khao Yai Forest Conservation Network,…
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Thai mother cages in drug-addicted son in Buriram (video)
A situation has arisen in Buriram province where a 64 year old mother took drastic measures to handle her 42 year old son’s severe drug addiction and erratic behaviour. The son, who also struggles with gambling addiction, has been a source of distress, frequently threatening her and causing damage to their property. Despite undergoing rehabilitation over 10 times, his condition…
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Lotto lost: Man seeks justice after girlfriend makes off with jackpot
A Thai man in the eastern province of Rayong is seeking justice after his girlfriend scarpered with his 350,000 baht lottery prize, leaving him only 50,000 baht. She justified the theft by saying he never took her on holiday or to a nice restaurant. The man took to social media to search for his girlfriend and appealed to the local…
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Cattle herder murder: Body found in Nakhon Phanom forest
A man who had gone to tend to his cattle was found dead in a forest in Nakhon Phanom province with multiple stab wounds. Police were alerted to the scene, uncovering a brutal murder that left the family devastated. The incident came to light around 8.30pm yesterday, November 1, when police were informed about a body found in the forest…
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Pickup lines crossed: Truck crashes into Chon Buri home decor store
A dramatic incident unfolded in East Thailand yesterday when a pickup truck crashed into a home decor store, causing significant damage. The driver, appearing intoxicated, claimed he swerved to avoid an oncoming motorcycle. Police are investigating the event, which occurred yesterday, October 30, in Chon Buri. Police in Pattaya, specifically the Bang Lamung district, responded promptly after receiving reports of…
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Budget-friendly noodle shop serves a 20-baht treat in Chon Buri
A budget-friendly noodle shop in Chon Buri, Jay Da Ta Tui, is back and serving up quite a treat. Famous for its wallet-friendly chicken noodles priced at just 20 baht a bowl, this local gem is helping city slickers beat the rising cost of living one delicious bowl at a time. Spearheaded by Thida Keskaew, affectionately known as “Jay Da,” and…
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