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Drunk driver arrested after sleeping at Pattaya intersection
Pattaya City Police detained a drunk driver earlier yesterday morning, October 12, after he was found asleep at the wheel of his pickup truck, blocking an intersection. The incident occurred at approximately 3.30am in north Pattaya. Concerned citizens alerted police to a stationary black MG pickup truck that remained stationary in the middle of an intersection, despite the signal having…
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Army commander accuses Cambodia of staged border provocation
The Commander of the Second Army Area has stated that his forces are prepared for continuous combat operations, vowing to protect all Thai territory and planning to recover the contested Ta Kwai and Khana temples. Lieutenant General Weerayut Raksin announced this after visiting troops along the Thailand–Cambodia border in Surin province to assess their readiness and welfare amid ongoing tensions.…
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Pheu Thai challenges Bhumjaithai charter draft on public role
The Pheu Thai Party has raised concerns over the Bhumjaithai Party’s charter amendment draft, citing a lack of public involvement. They suggest that their draft should serve as the primary version for Parliamentary deliberation. This upcoming week, on Tuesday and Wednesday (October 14 and 15), three drafts from Pheu Thai, Bhumjaithai, and the People’s Party (PP) are set for their…
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Drunken argument over work ends in assault in Pattaya
An altercation between two friends in Pattaya early Saturday night, October 11, resulted in one man sustaining a severe injury from a beer bottle. The incident occurred at approximately 10.06pm at a commercial venue on the railway road in the Khao Talo area, reportedly stemming from a work argument, and which of the pair was a better employee. Volunteer rescuers…
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Bhumibol Bridges to shine bright on Nawamintharathirat Day
Tomorrow, on October 13, Thailand remembers His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, a revered monarch whose seven-decade reign shaped the nation’s modern history. Born in Massachusetts in 1927, King Bhumibol, Rama IX, ascended the throne in 1946 following the untimely death of his brother, King Ananda Mahidol. Though never destined to rule, his reign became a symbol of compassion, stability, and…
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Fake amulet expert steals collectibles worth over 2 million baht
A man posing as an expert in amulets stole valuable collectible amulets worth over 2 million baht from a 93 year old former naval officer in Chon Buri. The police are actively pursuing the suspect of the amulet theft. Today, on October 12, Police Lieutenant Thanit Thepprakhdi, an investigator from Sattahip police station, reported a theft in a home in…
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Girl, 10, tragically dies from electric shock in Buriram
A tragic incident occurred in Buriram’s Nong Teng subdistrict, Krasang district, when a ten year old girl passed away from an electric shock yesterday, on October 11. The girl’s grandmother, Kaewnapa, 48, a local resident, was grieving as the child was found holding a hairdryer tightly in her right hand. Kaewnapa usually works in Bangkok selling goods and had promised…
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Flooding impacts 17 provinces in Thailand, affecting 340,000 residents
Flooding persisted across 17 provinces today, on October 12, predominantly affecting the Central Plain and the North. Suphan Buri experienced rising water levels, while other areas saw levels remain steady or decrease. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation indicated that residents in eight provinces in the central plain, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Ayutthaya,…
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American man, 70, dies in fall from Chon Buri condo
A 70 year old American man died after falling from a condominium in Jomtien, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province today, on October 12 at 2.16am. The police, led by Police Lieutenant Chaiyanaret Phengkan from Mueang Pattaya Police Station, responded to the incident alongside a police investigation team and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue volunteers. The incident occurred…
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Israeli nationals arrested in Koh Samui for counterfeit currency scam
In Koh Samui, Surat Thani, police arrested two Israeli nationals accused of exchanging counterfeit US dollars, causing a loss of 21,840 baht. Both individuals face severe legal action as authorities investigate further to prevent economic disruption. On October 11, officers from Bo Phut Police Station, in collaboration with the Surat Thani Immigration Office (Samui), detained the two Israelis following a…
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Newborn abandoned in Pattaya dormitory, police investigate
In the early morning of October 10, on Friday, a newborn baby boy, just a few hours old, was discovered abandoned at a staff dormitory mainly accommodates Myanmar hotel workers,in Soi South Pattaya 18. The infant, found crying but in good health, was left in a secluded area of the building. As of the latest update that afternoon, he is…
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Father faces charges for attacking dog after it bit child in Nonthaburi
Watchdog Thailand Foundation confirms they have not withdrawn the complaint against a 29 year old man who assaulted a stray dog after it bit his two year old child in Nonthaburi province. The foundation insists on pursuing animal cruelty charges against the father, stating that his actions were driven by anger and frustration, which are not permissible by law. The…
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Closest legal casinos to Thailand: where to go if you want to play offline
If you’ve found yourself in the middle of your vacation in Thailand with a bit of extra cash and a lot of free time, you might want to blow off some steam in a local casino. Well, that’s gonna be a bit tricky. Although Thailand is globally considered a free-for-all for many things, gambling, both online and in-person, is just…
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New RTAF chief to train female pilots and boost drones
Thailand’s new air force commander announced plans to train female fighter pilots and enhance drone capabilities as part of a modernisation strategy. Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sakesan Kantha outlined his 2026 strategy at the Navaminda Kasatriyadhiraj Royal Thai Air Force Academy in Muak Lek district, Saraburi. His speech came amid rising border tensions with Cambodia and set the tone for…
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New bus link connects Thailand to Vientiane in just 4 hours
Thailand and Laos launched a new international bus route connecting Khon Kaen and Vientiane to enhance tourism, trade, and cross-border transport links. The service, launched yesterday, October 10, was unveiled in a ceremony at Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3, presided over by Phanthep Saokosol, Deputy Governor of Khon Kaen province. The new route marks the fifth international bus connection between…
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Thaksin may teach English in prison instead of hard labour
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, currently serving a prison sentence, may be assigned to teach English to inmates due to his age, officials confirmed. Police Lieutenant Colonel Prawut Wongseenin of the Department of Corrections confirmed that officials are considering a teaching role for Thaksin due to his age, making physical labour unsuitable. “At his age, it’s more appropriate to assign…
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Phuket cracks down on vapes with schoolyard smoking ban
Phuket officials launched a campaign in local schools to ban smoking and vaping, aiming to protect students’ health and raise community awareness. The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has launched a new campaign to make local schools entirely smoke-free and e-cigarette-free, starting with five pilot institutions. The initiative was officially rolled out at Baan Mai Riab PPAO School (Tantikowit Bamrung),…
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Bangkok shopper says staff ignored her after fall broke bone (video)
A shopper in Bangkok claimed she broke a bone after slipping on a wet car park floor and accused staff of refusing to help despite being asked directly. A social media user has accused staff at a popular department store in Bangkok’s Chidlom area of ignoring her pleas for help after she slipped and fell in a waterlogged car park,…
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Thai Airways revamp board with zero-tolerance corruption vow
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed that all 17 nominees for Thai Airways International’s board of directors are seasoned professionals, as the airline prepares for a major leadership shake-up following its return to the stock market. Lavaron Sangsnit, the ministry’s permanent secretary and chairman of the Thai Airways board, assured the public yesterday, October 10, that the selection process is…
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Wrong-way rider killed in fatal Phuket motorbike crash
A man has died following a head-on collision between two motorbikes in the Pa Khlok area of Thalang, Phuket, as the island’s road death toll continues to rise. The crash occurred around 4.30pm on Thursday, October 9, on the Mueang Mai–Pa Khlok Road, directly in front of the SuperCheap store. Thalang Police received the emergency report and dispatched officers and…
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Fire erupts in Bangkok hotel room, guests evacuated safely (video)
A fire broke out in a hotel room on the 11th floor of a high-rise in Bangkok’s Phra Khanong district, prompting a swift emergency response and evacuation. The incident occurred at around 3pm yesterday, October 10, when smoke was spotted billowing from a window on one of the middle floors of the 29-storey hotel. Khlong Toei fire crews arrived promptly…
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Pattaya eyes extreme sports fame to woo global thrill-seekers
Pattaya officials held a meeting with extreme sports leaders to discuss hosting international events aimed at boosting tourism and economic growth. In a recent high-level meeting, Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, City Secretary Phumpipat Kamolnath, and Acting Director of the Tourism and Sports Bureau Wipawadee Wongsuwan met with Apichat Rutnin, President of the Asian Extreme Sports Federation, and Pascal Filippi, Managing…
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Foreigner escapes blazing car inferno on Phuket roadside
A foreign man was hospitalised after his car caught fire on a roadside in Phuket, prompting a late-night emergency response from local firefighters. The incident unfolded around 10.50pm on Thursday, October 9, on Wiset Road in Rawai, when residents spotted a Ford sedan engulfed in flames along the roadside and quickly alerted emergency services. Rawai Municipality firefighters dispatched two water…
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Raids expose illegal migrant schools in Samut Sakhon
Police, education, and administrative officials raided two illegal schools in Samut Sakhon where hundreds of migrant children were being taught by unqualified staff without permission. Over 900 migrant students and dozens of unauthorised teachers were discovered during a major raid on two illegal schools in Samut Sakhon province on Thursday, October 9. The operation targeted two buildings in Krathum Baen…
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Thunderstorms loom as monsoon lashes central Thailand
Heavy rain and storms are forecast across central and southern Thailand as the monsoon intensifies, prompting warnings for residents and travellers nationwide. The monsoon trough continues to stretch across the lower central region, the upper South, and the East of Thailand, while the southwest monsoon maintains its grip over the Andaman Sea, the southern region, and the Gulf of Thailand.…
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Baby turtles make a break for it on Koh Thalu Beach
Over 100 endangered hawksbill sea turtles hatched on a beach at Koh Thalu Beach in Prachuap Khiri Khan’s Bang Saphan Noi district, marking a significant win for marine conservation efforts. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) confirmed that 101 hatchlings were born, following 65 days of careful monitoring by rangers and marine conservation teams. The eggs…
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Drunk driver kills boy, 13, in wrong-way crash in Sattahip
A fatal collision occurred when a drunk driver travelling the wrong way on a main road crashed into a motorbike ridden by a teenage boy, killing him instantly. A 13 year old schoolboy lost his life in a devastating crash on Sukhumvit Road in Sattahip after a drunk driver sped the wrong way into oncoming traffic. The accident occurred at…
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Bangkok beauty shop sacks worker who kicked cat on video
A company dismissed an employee who was filmed kicking a cat, after a video sparked outrage online. The man is due to appear in court to face charges. A male employee of a beauty company in Don Mueang has been dismissed after a video surfaced of him violently kicking a cat. The clip, which shows the man setting up a…
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Teen gunmen shoot 13-year-old in back in Hat Yai revenge raid
A teenage gang attacked a rival’s home in Hat Yai, shooting a 13 year old boy in the back when they failed to find their intended target during the raid. Police from Thung Lung Police Station were alerted at 11.20pm yesterday, October 9, and rushed to the scene near a railroad crossing on Kanchanawanit Road in the Ban Phru subdistrict.…
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Chinese factory in Chon Buri defies court order, told to halt work
Officials in Chon Buri held a high-level meeting to address a dispute over a Chinese-backed factory allegedly built without permits and in defiance of a court order. The tense situation unfolded during a multi-agency meeting on Wednesday, October 8, at the Bo Kwang Thong Subdistrict Municipality Office in Bo Thong District. The meeting aimed to resolve the growing conflict over the…
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