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Argentine man found dead, hanging from Phuket hotel balcony
A foreign man was found dead, hanging naked from a balcony in a chilling discovery that has rocked a hotel in Phuket. The 77 year old Argentine man was found naked, with no trousers, and appeared to have taken his own life. The eerie circumstances of the case have left investigators puzzled, especially after CCTV footage revealed no one else was…
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Japanese man arrested in Hua Hin for fraud and assault charges
A 42 year old Japanese national was arrested in Hua Hin district, Prachuap Khiri Khan province, on March 23 at around 2pm. He is wanted in Japan for assaulting a fellow Japanese citizen in 2017. The arrest followed an investigation by immigration police, who located him based on a warrant issued by the Southern Bangkok Criminal Court for fraud. Kaneda…
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Chiang Mai declared disaster zone due to ongoing wildfires
Wildfires in Chiang Dao and Omkoi districts of Chiang Mai have been raging for two weeks, prompting the declaration of disaster zones as local efforts intensify to manage the situation. Chiang Mai governor Nirat Phongsittithaworn yesterday, March 24, announced that five subdistricts within these districts are now designated as disaster areas. This decision enables the implementation of emergency relief and…
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Lesson in love: Jealous wife goes full throttle in mistress chase
The jealous wife of a Thai school director pursued his alleged mistress in a high-speed car chase before eventually attacking her on a road in the southern province of Songkhla. The social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet shared a video on Facebook on Sunday, March 23, showing a high-speed chase between the school director’s wife and the victim. Netizens noted…
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Final roar: Beloved white tiger ‘Sun’ bows out after cancer battle
A 16 year old white tiger passed away peacefully in its sleep on Sunday night, March 23. The beloved tiger, Sun, who had captured the hearts of many, succumbed to a long battle with gastrointestinal and lung cancer. Sun’s death has left a void at Bueng Chawak Wildlife Sanctuary, where it was cared for by a dedicated team. A team…
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Man arrested for gold necklace theft in Ratchaburi mall
A 58 year old man was apprehended by police after allegedly robbing a gold necklace from a Photharam district shopping mall in Ratchaburi province. The robbery, which occurred yesterday, March 24 at approximately 2.30pm, was prompted by financial distress, as Settapong feared losing his home and car. Police Lieutenant Chawalit Thabtimthong, Deputy Inspector of Photharam Police Station, was alerted to…
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5 Ugandan women arrested in Phuket prostitution bust, deported
Phuket’s tourism industry has been rocked by a scandal involving five foreign women from Uganda, arrested for offering sex services in the heart of the island’s entertainment district. The women, caught engaging in illegal activities in Patong, were swiftly arrested and deported after a thorough investigation by Phuket Immigration officers. On March 23, officers from Phuket Immigration, led by Police…
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High-ranking police accused of drug use, theft, and gambling
A Thai woman accused her police officer ex-boyfriend in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok of using a drug and stealing 500,000 baht from her to fund his gambling habit. The 38 year old woman, Fah, sought help from lawyer Nathatpong Boonkird after her complaint to the Royal Thai Police (RTP) failed to progress. Fah insisted she had evidence of her…
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Pattaya police visit South Pattaya market following thefts
To combat escalating thefts, market vendors in South Pattaya have ramped up security measures by installing multiple locks on their stalls and setting up CCTV cameras. This proactive response follows a spate of thefts reported to The Pattaya News on March 18, which has left local vendors on edge. To address the growing concerns, Pattaya police officers visited the market on…
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Gold heist at Bang Pa-in jewellery store, suspect at large
A male suspect allegedly executed a meticulously planned gold heist at a renowned jewellery store within a shopping centre in Bang Pa-in, adjacent to Asia Road, in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. The suspect stole gold necklaces weighing a total of 160 baht, valued at approximately 7.8 million baht (US$229,480). The incident occurred yesterday afternoon. Yesterday, March 24 at 1.30pm, at…
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Phuket Bar Association denies covering up lawyer’s abuse scandal (video)
The Phuket Provincial Bar Association hit back at accusations that it failed to take action against a local lawyer accused of abusing his former girlfriend, borrowing 1.2 million baht from her, and threatening her when she demanded repayment. The case, which garnered national attention after the victim appeared on the TV programme Hon Krasae to expose the lawyer’s actions, sparked public…
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PM Paetongtarn accused of 218 million baht tax evasion
The People’s Party accused the Prime Minister of Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, of tax evasion amounting to 218 million baht during a motion of no confidence held yesterday, March 24. Yesterday’s parliamentary session marked the first time that the People’s Party, as the opposition, conducted a motion of no confidence, primarily targeting PM Paetongtarn. The discussion began with an accusation from…
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Drug bust: Two monks caught in Krabi meth operation (video)
Two monks were arrested in Krabi province at the weekend, after being accused of selling methamphetamine pills and crystal meth. Police uncovered a shocking stash of drugs during the raid on Sunday, March 23, but three other monks managed to escape just before officials were ready to carry out a drug test. A special anti-drug operation led by Krabi Governor…
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Thailand video news | Drunk Thai woman attempts hara-kiri after arguing with husband, Over 80,000 tourists flock to Angkor Wat for equinox phenomenon
In today’s Thailand video news, Jay covers key stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. A domestic dispute in Chiang Mai takes a tragic turn as a woman attempts hara-kiri after an argument with her husband. Meanwhile, Bangkok and 57 provinces battle hazardous PM2.5 air pollution, raising health concerns. The government intensifies its vaping crackdown, warning users of possible prison…
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Heroic officer saves drowning girl with CPR in Chon Buri
The regional police chief hailed a heroic patrol officer from Ban Bueng Police Station for successfully performing CPR on a 12 year old girl who nearly drowned. The officer’s prompt and skilled response saved the child’s life. Police Lieutenant General Yingyos Thepjamnong, Commander of Provincial Police Region 2, reported that on March 23, a team including Police Sub-Lieutenant Prawat Singhphadungsak…
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Tourists arrested for gambling via app on Jomtien Beach
A group of tourists were caught red-handed gambling on Jomtien Beach yesterday, sparking a police crackdown on illegal activities in the area. At 10.30am, yesterday, March 24, Pattaya police apprehended four tourists using a mobile app to gamble, sending shockwaves through the normally tranquil beachside. Now, officers are considering penalties for the beach chair operator involved in the incident. During…
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Thailand pushes forward 1 trillion-baht Land Bridge project
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit confirmed that Thailand is continuing with the Land Bridge megaproject, designed to connect the Gulf of Thailand with the Andaman Sea, attracting interest from China and Middle Eastern nations. Suriya, who also serves as a deputy prime minister, announced yesterday, March 24, that the government remains steadfast in advancing the 1 trillion-baht initiative. To attract investors,…
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Two workers electrocuted in Bangkok underground pit tragedy
Two workers were found at the bottom of an 8-metre-deep pit on Pracha Chuen Road after they were fatally electrocuted. The incident occurred as they were opening the surface of the road to access the pit yesterday, March 24 at 11.54pm. Police Captain Kiratipon Phathongpinich of Pracha Chuen Police Station received the report of the accident, which took place near…
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Thai man phones wife before going missing on Phuket mountain
A Thai man went missing on a mountain in Phuket on Sunday afternoon after calling his wife and saying, “I’m so tired, I feel like I’m going to faint.” The man’s wife, 56 year old Tararat Payu, sought help from Choeng Thale Police Station officers and rescuers after her 61 year old husband, Surin Yadee, went missing on Sunday, March…
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Thailand battles severe air pollution across 61 provinces
Thailand is still grappling with severe air pollution, with PM2.5 levels exceeding safety standards in 61 provinces. Reports from the Pollution Control Department indicate that areas including Bangkok and the north are experiencing atmospheric conditions similar to a lid, trapping pollutants and causing concentrations to rise. The Air Pollution Solutions Communication Centre of the Pollution Control Department (PCD) reported at…
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British man dies on Bangkok footpath after rampage, altercation
A British man died on a footpath in Bangkok after going on a rampage and engaging in a physical altercation with two Thai karaoke bar workers on Sunday, March 23. Bar workers insisted on their innocence. Officers from Bang Pho Police Station were called to investigate the death of the foreign man on a footpath near Soi Pracharat Sai 1, Section…
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Gang members arrested in Pattaya for assault on Laotian woman
Two men from a gang of seven have been apprehended in connection with a robbery and assault on a 26 year old Laotian woman, identified as Waewta, in Pattaya, Chon Buri province. The group, which included one woman and six men, used balaclavas to conceal their identities during the attack on February 2. They reportedly used a gun to intimidate,…
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Officer surrenders after assault and firearm theft in Chon Buri
A police officer has surrendered after assaulting his ex-girlfriend, attacking a police officer who intervened, and fleeing with the officer’s firearm. The 37 year old Kittisak, affiliated with the Immigration Police, kicked down the door of a house in Sattahip district, Chon Buri province, and assaulted his ex-girlfriend. Police Sub-Lieutenant Pasakorn Phachurabiabna, who attempted to assist the woman, was severely…
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Thailand heatwave: Extreme temperatures and storms expected
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted extreme heat, with the northern region experiencing temperatures exceeding 40°C. Additionally, there is a risk of thunderstorms in nine southern provinces, with high waves expected at sea. Yesterday, March 24, the TMD predicted weather conditions for the next 24 hours. Northern Thailand will see rising temperatures, with widespread heat and haze, and some…
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Bangkok care centre exposed for covering up abuse of old Alzheimer’s man
A caretaker at an elderly care centre in the Bang Kapi area of Bangkok physically abused an old man with Alzheimer’s, prompting his daughter to share the story with the media in her quest for justice. The 59 year old woman, Tayanat Kajornnapapong, brought the abuse to public attention because the care centre and Lat Phrao Police Station failed to…
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Fuelling the festivities: Petrol and diesel prices cut for Songkran
Motorists are getting a Songkran surprise as Thailand’s Oil Fund slashes petrol and diesel prices by 1 baht per litre—just in time for the holiday travel rush. Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, who also chairs the Oil Fuel Fund Management Committee, announced that the price cut will be rolled out in two phases. The first reduction of…
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Sour deal: China squeezes out 19 Thai products over safety fears
China has slammed the brakes on 19 Thai products, including sweetened condensed milk, citing safety concerns and labelling issues. The move, part of a broader crackdown that saw 357 shipments from 38 countries rejected in January this year, has sent shockwaves through Thailand’s export sector. According to the Ministry of Commerce, the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) released…
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Drunk Thai woman attempts hara-kiri after dispute with husband
A Thai woman today attempted to perform hara-kiri, cutting open her stomach, after a dispute with her husband while they were both drunk at a rented house in Chiang Mai province. Officers from Mueang Chiang Mai Police Station and rescuers arrived at the two-storey house in the Mueang district of the province at about 2am, today, March 24, after receiving…
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Thailand warns vaping could lead to 5 years in prison
Following the Government of Thailand’s recent decisive action on e-cigarettes or vapes, anyone caught with the illegal items could face up to five years in prison and a hefty fine. Residents are also encouraged to report vape users or vendors through an official mobile application. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has now taken a firm stance against vaping, despite having previously supported…
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Phuket cops bag major methamphetamine suspect in Thalang bust
Phuket police collared a major drug suspect in Thalang, seizing a staggering stash of methamphetamine. The dramatic operation, spearheaded by Thalang Police Chief, Police Colonel Nikorn Chuathong, unfolded on Friday, March 21. Leading the charge was Police Lieutenant Colonel Suchart Luecha and his team of investigators from Thalang Police Station. Their target? Prasan “Him” Nopparat, a 45 year old alleged…
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