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Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....
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Heartbroken woman rescued from bridge in northeast Thailand
A Thai woman, distressed after a breakup, was found crying by the Chi River Bridge in Yasothon province, prompting a good Samaritan to call the police. Officers managed to calm her down after an hour, ensuring her safety and returning her home. A young woman, overcome with sadness from a recent breakup, was found sitting alone on the edge of…
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Phuket canal blackened by boat engine soot, not oil spill
Black water in Klong Tha Jeen, located on the east side of Phuket Town, was traced back to soot from a boat engine, according to the Phuket Marine Office. The incident occurred yesterday when soot from the engine of a boat named Jovana caused black water to appear on the canal’s surface. A tip-off was received around 11am, yesterday, July…
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Chinese work permit service billboards draw more criticism
Locals in the central province of Prachinburi have demanded the removal and investigation of three billboards, written in Chinese, advertising work permit application services for foreigners. Recently, a Thai woman took to social media to share a picture of a large billboard at Huai Khwang Intersection in Bangkok, which was written in Chinese. After using a translation app, the woman…
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Myanmar chef murder suspect arrested in Bangkok
A young man has been arrested for the murder of a 46 year old Myanmar chef, whose body was discovered after two days in a rented room in Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli district. The incident has taken a disturbing turn as the suspect revealed his motives and the sequence of events leading up to the crime. Police apprehended 24 year…
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Peacock attacks Thai woman’s luxury car in TikTok video
A surprise encounter with a peacock left a Thai woman shocked as the bird unexpectedly attacked her luxury car. The incident, captured on video and shared on TikTok by user @2alessandra9, shows the peacock jumping and scratching the vehicle. The video, posted yesterday, features the woman’s high-end van parked by the roadside. Suddenly, a peacock appears, staring intently at the…
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Another officer surrenders in Chinese tourist extortion case (video)
Following the extortion case involving Chinese tourists reported on July 10, another police officer turned himself in yesterday, July 23, but denied all accusations. The extortion, which took place on the motorway en route to Pattaya, was brought to attention after a representative of a travel agency stepped forward seeking justice for their Chinese clients. Footage captured by a dashcam…
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Motorcycle sales fall 10% as Thai Honda faces sluggish market
Motorcycle sales dipped by 10% year-on-year during the first half of the year, affecting major players like Thai Honda Co, a leading motorcycle manufacturer and distributor, which is grappling with a sluggish market. The downturn is attributed to slow economic growth of 1.5% in the first quarter, more stringent bank criteria for auto loans, and a weakened export sector, according…
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CrowdStrike glitch disrupts 8.5 million Microsoft devices globally
A recent global IT outage brought to light the critical necessity for both public and private organisations to establish comprehensive business continuity management plans, IT disaster recovery strategies, and rigorous system testing between security software vendors and their clients. Experts advocate for organisations to diversify their technology portfolios and adopt a balanced approach to cloud-based technology to mitigate risks. Bloomberg…
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Missing Australian man found in Bangkok
An Australian man who had been missing for two weeks in Thailand has been found but he refuses to speak. The missing Aussie’s father had sought help in finding his 28 year old son, Kieran James Cramer, who had been missing for 15 days. Cramer, a nursing student, vanished shortly after arriving in Thailand on July 1. He last contacted…
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Gold prices expected to surpass US$2,500 by end of 2024
Local gold traders are optimistic about the future of bullion prices, forecasting that they could surpass US$2,500 per ounce by the end of 2024. This significant price increase is expected to follow a potential interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in September. Gold was trading at US$2,395 per ounce in Asian markets yesterday, spurred by the announcement that…
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Thai woman visits 2 jailed ex-boyfriends who stab her over jealousy
A Thai woman stabbed in the chest by two of her ex-boyfriends visited Phetchaburi Provincial Court to visit them after their arrest, admitting she still loved them. Her current boyfriend, who was cut on his ear, was not aware of the visit. Three injured victims, a Thai woman named Wassana, her boyfriend Dream, and her older sister Salaiporn, were admitted to…
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Teen found dead and father injured in Saraburi home attack
A tragic incident has unfolded in Saraburi, where a 14 year old boy was found dead with his throat slashed, and his father was severely injured. Police are investigating the case, calling in family members for questioning. Police in Saraburi are intensifying their investigation into the brutal killing of a 14 year old boy named Boonsin Kusri and the severe…
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NACC suggests legal reforms to exonerate innocent individuals
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) resolved to address the issue of criminal records for individuals found innocent or not prosecuted, proposing legal reforms and submitting recommendations to the Cabinet for consideration. During a recent meeting, the NACC decided to enhance the management of criminal records, aiming to improve efficiency and accuracy. The recommendation came after complaints from individuals previously accused…
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Thai teen attacked by neighbour after unfriending on Facebook
A 14 year old girl was attacked by a neighbour at her home after unfriending them on Facebook. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of the minors involved. The attack occurred after the girl’s aunt requested help from activist Kan Chom Phalang. The neighbour, angered by the girl unfriending them on Facebook, stormed into the house…
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Drug-addicted Thai man lynched after attempted rape
A 17 year old Thai teenager and locals in the central province of Ayutthaya lynched a drug addict after he attempted to rape the teen’s mother. Officers from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station were alerted to the death of 38 year old drug addict Yuranan on the night of July 20. On arrival, officers found Yuranan lying face down on…
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Retired Thai officer covers car in cash to aid the needy
Retired police officer Sergeant Thin has become a local hero by covering his car with money to help those in need. TikTok user arm_yimyim25 shared a heartwarming video showing Sergeant Thin sticking banknotes of various denominations on his vehicle, inviting the less fortunate to take what they need. Sergeant Thin’s philosophy is simple, if the money is taken, he will…
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Thailand Cabinet caps electricity at 4.18 baht, diesel at 33 baht
The Thai Cabinet approved measures to cap electricity prices at 4.18 baht per unit until the end of the year and diesel prices at 33 baht per litre until October 31. A new energy structure law is set to be introduced today, July 23. Following a Cabinet meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga announced that the government…
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Syphilis cases triple among Thai teens, fivefold increase in pregnant women
The Department of Disease Control (DDC) reported a significant increase in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among Thai people, particularly syphilis. Cases of syphilis among teenagers have tripled compared to previous years and the number of pregnant women with syphilis has increased fivefold. DDC spokesperson Weerawat Manosutthi reported today, July 23, that the situation regarding STDs in Thailand worsened in the…
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Chinese woman detained over illegal passport ad in Thailand
Royal Thai Police (RTP) detained a Chinese woman for allegedly commissioning and installing a controversial advertisement promoting passport services for relocating to another country. The suspect claims she was merely an intermediary working for a company in Hong Kong and communicated via a Chinese app and LINE, earning 17,000 baht for her role. The RTP, led by Thiti Sangsawang and…
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Thailand’s national holidays set to generate 18.3 billion baht
National holidays in Thailand this month are expected to boost tourism revenue significantly, with projections indicating 18.3 billion baht from five million domestic trips, as reported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The momentum in domestic tourism showed strong performance during the recent Buddhist holidays, Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa (Buddhist Lent), and is anticipated to continue through…
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Weed way to go! Thailand flip-flops on cannabis laws again
In yet another exercise of political flip-flopping in Thailand’s cannabis saga, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced plans to legislate marijuana for medical use. This unexpected move marks a significant U-turn from recent proposals to re-criminalise the plant, leaving many questioning whether the government knows whether it’s coming or going. Thailand made headlines as one of the first Asian countries…
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Police allegedly misinterpret stroke as drunk leading to man’s death
A family is seeking justice for a Thai man who died from a stroke while driving in Bangkok, resulting in multiple crashes. Police accused him of drink driving and delayed treatment, leading to his death. A video of the accident circulated on social media showing a black Toyota Fortuner SUV crashing into multiple cars on Charoen Krung Road. The car’s…
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Beat drop: Drummer’s collapse rocks live session in Khon Kaen
A drummer experienced a sudden collapse during a live music session, falling face-first to the ground while his bandmates rushed to his aid. Recalling the incident, the 54 year old drummer, Natthawut Sukkham, shared his perspective on the event, suggesting both health issues and supernatural elements might have contributed to his sudden fainting. The incident occurred during the evening of…
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Stripes unplugged: Failed attempts to domesticate zebras
Once upon a time, there were attempts to domesticate zebras, without much success. Zebras, members of the Equus genus and the subgenus Hippotigris, are hoofed mammals primarily found in the open plains of Africa, particularly south of the Sahara Desert. Currently, their population ranges from approximately 660,000 to 1 million. During the late 19th century, there was an attempt by humans…
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Tilapia surprise: Sun-soaked eggs hatch, calls for fishy rethink
Eggs of the blackchin tilapia, left in the sun for two months, have surprisingly hatched, according to a local farmer in Samut Songkhram. The farmer urges the Department of Fisheries to reconsider the effectiveness of using seabass to control the invasive species. The spread of the blackchin tilapia across 17 provinces in Thailand prompted the Department of Fisheries to deploy…
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Roadside bomb injures six police officers in southern Thailand
A roadside bomb detonated in Pattani yesterday, injuring six police officers and prompting the army to urge motorists to exercise caution. The explosion occurred on Road 42 in Nong Chik district as an armoured pickup truck carrying the officers was returning to base from a checkpoint. The Internal Security Operations Command’s (ISOC) southern frontline office reported that the blast caused…
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Bingo! Gambian arrested for 7-year illegal stay on Koh Pha Ngan
Tourist Police arrested a Gambian man on Koh Pha Ngan, an island in the southern province of Surat Thani, on Friday, July 19, for illegally entering Thailand and staying on the island for more than seven years. He reportedly shouted “Bingo!” after being caught. Koh Pha Ngan Tourist Police were conducting a crackdown on illegal foreigners when they encountered the…
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Speedboat collision near Koh Samui leaves one dead, two injured
Two speedboats collided near Koh Samui island last night, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. The accident occurred approximately 1 nautical mile off Bo Phut in the Koh Samui district and was reported to local authorities around 8.30pm, according to Police Lieutenant Sirachat Kamunee from Bo Phut Police Station. The incident involved the Chor Chokchanita 22, operated by Funnyday…
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Royal roots: Bangkok blooms in anticipation for king-inspired park
Bangkok eagerly anticipates the completion of a new public park, dedicated to the memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, which promises to become a significant new landmark in the city. Situated on 279 rai in the Dusit district, the park will be designed as a forest park with thousands of new trees, adding a much-needed green space…
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Democrats drive opposition to Don Mueang Toll extension
The Democrat Party has strongly opposed Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit’s proposal to extend the concession of the Don Mueang Tollway operator by 30 years in exchange for lowering the fare to 50 baht. This 21-kilometre expressway connects Bangkok’s Din Daeng area to the National Memorial in Lam Luk Ka district, Pathum Thani. The proposal emerged following the concessionaire’s plan to…
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