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Miracle escape: Electrician survives Khon Kaen earthquake
A young man has shared his terrifying experience of narrowly escaping a collapsed building during a deadly earthquake, recounting how he fled from the 27th floor with his employer’s daughter. The dramatic escape involved breaking through a corrugated iron fence to safety. Yesterday, April 1, reporters visited the home of 62 year old Seng Mo Wiang and 56 year old…
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Man arrested for indecency and deceiving job seekers in Bangkok
A 29 year old man has been arrested for allegedly deceiving job seekers before committing acts of indecency against four victims in Bangkok’s Lat Phrao district. Police tracked the suspect using CCTV footage, leading to his arrest while he was using the same motorcycle. At 12.30am today, April 2, Phinyoh Wiangkum, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at Chokchai Police Station, along…
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Chinese construction firm raises safety fears at Songkhla Hospital
Concerns have emerged over the safety of a new outpatient building being constructed at Songkhla Hospital, with fears exacerbated by the involvement of a Chinese company previously linked to a collapsed building. The 426 million baht project, managed by China Railway No. 10, is under scrutiny after the firm’s involvement in a tragic incident at the Office of the Auditor…
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Man arrested for sexually assaulting student after posing as lecturer
A 62 year old man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17 year old female student after posing as a former university lecturer and offering her a ride home. Officers from Chana Songkhram Police Station, in collaboration with the Metropolitan Investigation Unit 8, detained Chaiporn, whose surname was withheld, under a warrant issued by the Criminal Court. He faces…
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Drunk caught sexually assaulting Bangkok quake victim’s relative
A Thai social media influencer condemned a drunk Thai man for sexually assaulting a relative of an earthquake victim at a shelter in Bangkok today. Following the effects of the earthquake in Myanmar on an under-construction building in the Chatuchak area of Bangkok, 15 construction workers at the site were killed, and at least 72 remain missing. The victims’ relatives gathered…
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Potato’s winning lotto prediction leaves fans mashed with elation
Fans of the popular Thai rock band Potato are celebrating after the band’s lottery prediction came true in the latest draw yesterday, April 1. The Government Lottery Office announced the winning numbers, with the first prize going to ticket number 669687. However, it was the two-digit prize, number 36, that caught everyone’s attention because it matched exactly with a number…
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Pregnant woman dies in tragic Ayutthaya motorcycle accident
A tragic road accident occurred yesterday in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province when a pregnant woman died after her motorcycle collided with another motorcycle. The victim, 28 year old Watcharaporn Meesang, was three months pregnant with her first child with her partner of ten years, 27 year old Witthun Thakhamson. At 4pm, yesterday, April 1, Police Lieutenant Thawon Saengsai of…
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Two arrested after 100k baht gold bracelet stolen in Wichit heist
Wichit Police have arrested two suspects involved in a daring gold shop robbery that saw a gold bracelet worth over 100,000 baht snatched from the CP Gold Master store. The theft took place just after 3.20pm on Monday, March 31, when the culprit, disguised in women’s clothing, grabbed the valuable piece of jewellery before fleeing the scene on a motorbike.…
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Ancient Buddha statue found in Phayao coconut grove
A homeowner in Phayao province was surprised to discover an ancient Buddha statue while hiring a backhoe to level land in a coconut grove. Believed to be a Pra Singha 1 in the Mara Vichai posture, the statue could be over 1,000 years old. Residents of Pa Sang village, located in Dok Kham Tai district, reported the find, which occurred…
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Buriram man wins 6 million baht lottery with nephew’s help
A 56 year old local government official from Buriram province has become an overnight millionaire after his infant nephew picked a winning lottery ticket. Kanthar Sirisamran, from Mueang subdistrict in Krasang district, Surin province, claimed a massive 6 million baht prize following the lottery draw yesterday, April 1. The lucky number, 669687, was announced by the Government Lottery Office, sparking…
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Thai rescuer hospitalised after 4-metre python wraps around neck
A Thai rescuer attempted to remove a 4-metre long python from a house in Bangkok but blundered, allowing the snake to wrap around his neck until he lost consciousness. A local homeowner, Oh, called the Por Teck Tung Foundation rescuers to her home at 10.12pm yesterday, April 1, to help a rescuer who had lost consciousness inside her house in…
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Beach town bust: Pattaya cops net Hong Kong murder suspect
Thai police apprehended a Hong Kong national linked to a drug-fuelled murder in a dramatic seaside sting, right in the heart of bustling Pattaya. The arrest is set against a backdrop of rising crime in the region, with Pattaya already recording five murders this year. The high-stakes operation unfolded on Monday, March 31, as immigration officers closed in on the…
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Suspect caught attempting theft of housing project gate in Chon Buri
Police in Phanat Nikhom district apprehended a suspect involved in the attempted theft of a housing project gate. The 35 year old suspect, known as Nu, was caught after CCTV footage captured him and an accomplice trying to steal the gate by placing it on the back of a motorcycle. The attempted theft occurred at the Ban Sued housing project,…
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Optimus Prime statue brings a lotto luck to Nonthaburi cafe patrons
Following the announcement of the lottery results for yesterday, April 1, the winning lottery number was 669687. The three-digit front numbers were 635 and 760, while the three-digit end numbers were 180 and 666. The two-digit end number was 36. In a recent viral social media post, a metal robot resembling Optimus Prime in Nonthaburi was adorned with a garland,…
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4 year old Thai girl accidentally shoots herself with pen gun
A four year old girl accidentally shot herself in the right leg with her father’s pen gun at a house in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok. The child’s 16 year old cousin, Parinya Sittijun, called Phra Samut Chedi Police Station, and Por Teck Tung Foundation rescuers, for help at about 11am yesterday, April 1. Officers arrived at the scene and found…
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Mae Hong Son battles wildfires and hazardous smoke levels
In Mae Hong Son, ongoing wildfires continue to affect the area as provincial efforts intensify to combat the smoke and haze. Yesterday, April 1, the governor took a helicopter to survey and identify hotspots for ground teams to extinguish while efforts were made to reduce pollution levels. At 9am yesterday, April 1, at the helipad of the Natural Resources and…
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Thai Cabinet approves 721m baht for Islamic teachers’ salary boost
To enhance peace-building efforts in Thailand’s Deep South, the Cabinet has approved a hefty 721 million baht to boost the salaries of Islamic school teachers. The decision aims to support educators in the southernmost provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, and Satun, along with specific districts in Songkhla. Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak announced the funding allocation yesterday, April 1, revealing…
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Thai man physically assaults mother over inheritance dispute
A Thai man physically assaulted his mother over an inheritance dispute, accusing her of squandering the family’s assets with her new husband following their father’s death. A Thai mother took to social media to share videos showing her son attacking her outside her home in the southern province of Surat Thani. “I have been caring for my children for 34 years,…
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Stripe a pose: Tigress and cubs’ rare jungle photoshoot steals the show
In a thrilling leap forward for wildlife conservation, a tigress known as F22 and her adorable cubs have been snapped in the Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary, boosting hopes for Thailand’s endangered big cats. This magical moment, captured by automatic camera traps, shines a spotlight on the nation’s roaring commitment to safeguarding these majestic creatures. Porayut Waiwong, director of the Protected Area…
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Phuket set for alcohol-free Songkran festival to boost tourism
Phuket will host its annual alcohol-free Songkran festival next Sunday, April 13, featuring traditional activities, cultural performances, live music, and a family-friendly environment. This event celebrates Songkran’s cultural significance while promoting tourism and local business. Phuket Deputy Governor Samawit Suphanphai recently shared details of the 11th annual Songkran No Alcohol Festival Phuket 2025. The festival involves the Phuket Provincial Administrative…
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Scrap metal heist ends in deadly drop for ex-con in Pattaya
A bungling thief met a grim end when he plunged to his death while trying to nick scrap metal from an abandoned condo in Sattahip, just days after being released from prison. Police were called to the derelict eight-storey building in Moo 2, Na Jomtien, on March 30 after a grim discovery. Lying lifeless on the second floor was 50…
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Fake videos of Myanmar earthquake rack up millions of views
In the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that struck Myanmar and parts of Thailand, fake videos purporting to show the devastation have been spreading like wildfire across social media, racking up millions of views. But these clips are far from real, they’re generated using artificial intelligence (AI), and they’re fooling unsuspecting users worldwide. A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar…
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Pattaya beach brawl: Drunk guard assaults transwoman
A night out on Pattaya Beach turned violent when an off-duty, drunken security guard, still wearing his uniform, allegedly smashed a beer bottle over a transgender woman’s head, leaving her bloodied and hospitalised. The shocking incident unfolded at 10.36pm yesterday, March 31, prompting an immediate response from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit and Pattaya police. Tourists watched in horror…
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Thai government reassures safety after Bangkok building collapse
The Thai government is ramping up efforts to bolster international confidence in the country following March 28 earthquake, according to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. During her remarks at the Thailand Investment and Expat Services Centre opening ceremony in One Bangkok, the Thai premier addressed concerns about the collapse of the newly constructed State Audit Office building. The 38 year old…
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Thai woman dies after swallowing denture at Lampang market
A Thai woman accidentally swallowed her dentures yesterday, which blocked her windpipe and led to her death at a fresh market in the northern province of Lampang. Vendors and shoppers at the market sought assistance from a rescue team for the 67 year old woman, Moi, yesterday, March 31. She was seen suddenly losing consciousness after using a bathroom within…
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Pregnant woman saved from quake rubble in Myanmar
A story of hope for the family and friends of those trapped beneath the rubble of a Bangkok building emerged today from Myanmar’s capital, when a 63 year old woman was rescued 91 hours after she became trapped beneath the wreckage of her building. Emergency workers carefully extracted her after tirelessly digging through debris, marking one of the most extraordinary…
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Blood and sweat: Phuket red cross urges life-saving donations this Songkran
The Phuket Red Cross and the Blood Bank at Vachira Phuket Hospital are urging locals to consider blood donation as a life-saving gesture this April, coinciding with the Songkran holiday. Special blood donation events are being held to meet the demand for Rh-negative blood, predominantly donated by foreigners due to its rarity among Thai donors. The increase in tourism and…
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TV blackout fears rise over NBTC frequency plan
A storm is brewing in Thailand’s media industry as leading digital TV broadcasters warn that the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s (NBTC) latest move could trigger mass TV blackouts and potentially collapse the nation’s digital television industry. The controversy erupted after the NBTC held a public hearing on its proposal to auction off the 3500 MHz frequency band, a spectrum…
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Bangkok and Airbnb team up for free quake accommodation
Bangkok is collaborating with Airbnb.org to provide free accommodation for those affected by an earthquake in the city, including rescue workers and volunteers. According to a Facebook post by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) yesterday, March 31, the initiative aims to assist those unable to return to their homes due to the earthquake. The partnership offers temporary housing at no…
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3 Chinese nationals in Pattaya arrested for selling zombie e-cigarettes
Police arrested three Chinese nationals in Pattaya for selling zombie e-cigarettes via the Telegram application. The suspects reportedly earned over 2 million baht per day. Police officers posed as customers and ordered e-cigarette juice containing etomidate from the three Chinese nationals after receiving a tip-off about their criminal activity. E-cigarettes containing etomidate are referred to as Pod K or zombie e-cigarettes.…
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