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Internet users unite to help Thai daughter see her late father’s smile again
In an act of crowd-sourced kindness, Internet users have rallied together to help a grieving Thai daughter fulfil a heartfelt wish. Online individuals stepped up to aid an Internet user, who goes by the Facebook name Nuni Lovelove, in digitally modifying an image of her late father, whom she lost 19 years ago, bestowing him with a beaming smile. Nuni…
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Kamala faces nine-hour power outage for high-voltage network maintenance
A lengthy nine hours power cut is expected today in southern Kamala, Phuket. This is a result of maintenance being undertaken on the local high-voltage power distribution network. A decree about the upcoming power outage, posted by the Kamala OrBorTor, the local Tambon Administrative Organisation, featured that the interruption is scheduled to begin at 9am and go on until 5pm. Though…
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Another injured victim steps forward following escalator accident at Bangkok airport
Ten days prior to the incident involving a woman losing half of her leg at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, a young boy experienced an escalator mishap that resulted in his foot getting trapped underneath. Fortunately, the boy made a successful recovery after receiving 11 stitches. A Thai woman yesterday lost her leg after she collapsed on the escalator…
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Foreign nationals in Phuket donate blood amid Rh-negative shortage
In an uplifting gesture of community unity, the Immigration Department of Phuket extended heartfelt appreciation to the 121 foreign nationals who donated blood at a special drive held at the Central Floresta shopping complex today. The blood donation event was jointly orchestrated by the Phuket Immigration Department and the local chapter of the Red Cross Society. The primary motivation behind…
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Political blow lands MP in hot water: Move Forward Party member apologises for assaulting woman
Move Forward Party (MFP) Member of Parliament Sirin Sanguansin yesterday reached out and apologised to the victim of a physical assault, and expressed remorse to voters disappointed by his actions. The victim, a 26 year old woman, filed a complaint against Sirin at Borwin Police Station in Chon Buri saying the MP punched her in the face while they were…
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Midnight sea tragedy in Prachuap Khiri Khan claims fisherman’s life
A fishing crew member tragically drowned at sea near Prachuap Khiri Khan region after resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful. The unfortunate accident occurred around 12.30am today, as revealed by Artit Butlakorn, Deputy Inspector (Interrogation) at Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan Police Station. Local police were alerted by officials at Prachuap Khiri Khan Port Control Center (Pipo). Upon arrival at the scene near…
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Severe weather alert: 45 Thai provinces to experience heavy rain
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a severe weather warning as a depression is set to bring heavy rainfall to 45 provinces, including Bangkok. In the wake of the monsoon, the southern region is expected to witness the worst conditions, with waves expected to reach up to 2 to 3 metres high. Today’s weather conditions are further complicated due to the…
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Mother behind fake kidnapping: Police swoop to rescue captive kids
Police swooped to rescue two children held captive and abused by their mother in a dramatic fake kidnapping scenario. The truth later emerged that the woman had huge debts and concocted the scene to extort money from her ex-husband. On June 28, a Thai man named Mayakee reached out to the public and police for help on social media after…
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Shocking twist of fate: Lightning zaps farmer’s trousers, leaving family thunderstruck
A sudden bout of lightning killed a 49 year old farmer after it struck the metal buttons on the crotch area of his trousers shocking relatives and onlookers. The incident took place in Chaiyaphum province, in the vast area of Huay Yae, where heavy thunderstorms have been reported recently. Witnesses were startled by the sudden turn of events, leaving the…
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Digital infrastructure to revolutionise Thailand’s capital market
A revolutionary digital infrastructure has been established in Thailand’s capital market, following collaborative efforts by the Stock Exchange of Thailand, the Association of Thai Securities Companies, and the Thai Bankers’ Association. The state-of-the-art system, aimed at fully electronic end-to-end bond offerings, was presented in an attempt to enhance the Thai market’s efficacy and transparency. This dynamic solution covers a broad…
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Thai vaping trend: Rising e-cigarette use among youth sparks health concerns
Survey data from Thailand’s Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) reveals a concerningly high proportion of young Thai individuals partaking in e-cigarette usage. The survey, conducted on a vast sample of 61,688 respondents ranging nationwide from April 25 to June 6, shows that 9.1% of young people use vapes. The influence of friends and peer pressure was cited as a…
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Thai tourism targets wealthy Asian expatriates for industry boost
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) set their sights on the growing wealth of Asian expatriates as a potential boon for the Thai tourism industry. Chinese nationals residing in Cambodia and Laos have been particularly targeted due to their propensity for choosing Thailand as a location to send their children for education. According to Oranooch Pakapan-Rutten, TAT’s marketing representative for Cambodia…
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Thailand launches first mobile renal dialysis unit for remote patients
A groundbreaking initiative in Thailand’s healthcare sector recently saw the Public Health Ministry introducing the country’s first mobile renal dialysis unit. Its creation aims to reach bedridden patients residing in the more remote regions of the country, which previously had limited access to such specialised medical treatment. The announcement was made yesterday by Public Health Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul. He indicated…
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Albino Eel becomes Prachin Buri’s lucky charm as villagers flock for fortune
An unusual albino eel, believed to bring good fortune, has become the centre of attraction in Prachin Buri province. Yesterday, a 51 year old resident of house number 15 caught the unusual-looking creature, different from typical eels. The eel has an appearance much like an electric neon bulb and residents have been gathering daily to catch a sight of it,…
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Gangland-style gunfight in Thai restaurant leads to death of 45 year old man
In an unsettling event in Ang Thong, a ferocious gunfight erupted in a restaurant, resulting in a 45 year old man losing his life. With over 30 cartridge cases found at the scene, the suspected rival believed to be severely injured fled in a Sedan car. The incident unleashed chaos late evening yesterday. The gunfight venue, located in the city…
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Stabbing incident: Jealous teen kills girlfriend, jumps from building fearing rivalry
Tragedy struck at the social housing project in Minburi as a jealous 20 year old male, fatally stabbed his 19 year old girlfriend, out of fear she had another admirer. The stabbing incident, which shocked the community, occurred around 9.30pm yesterday. After attacking his girlfriend, the man attempted to evade punishment by leaping from the building, resulting in serious injuries.…
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International filmmaking boosts Thai movie sector with 1.84 billion baht earnings from shoots
Thailand has seen a prosperous influx of international filmmakers in the first half of this year with over 200 foreign films being produced in the country, according to Deputy Government Spokesperson, Tipanan Sirichana, who spoke about the matter yesterday. This number has resulted in a staggeringly high revenue of approximately 1.84 billion baht, signalling a successful outcome of the Thai…
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Banked betrayal: 84-year-old mother accuses daughter of stealing 2.5 million baht
An 84 year old mother filed a complaint against her oldest daughter, accusing her of stealing 2.5 million baht from her bank account. The victim, Lek, revealed to both the media and officials at Takhli Police Station that she has five children, with her oldest daughter, 60 year old Natcha, being the alleged thief. Lek made it abundantly clear that…
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Old escalator potentially the cause of tragic accident at Bangkok Airport
Authorities at Don Mueang Airport reported that an old escalator caused the tragic accident resulting in a Thai woman losing her leg. During a press conference this afternoon, airport director Karun Thanakunjeeraphat provided an update on the victim’s condition. The victim requested a transfer from Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital to Banrungrad International Hospital. The latter hospital has since announced the good…
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Green snake startles Thai classroom, valiant rescue ensues
In an unusual turn of events, a green snake took refuge in a Thai classroom, catching the horrified attendees by surprise. It was only with the arrival of local rescue teams that the smooth capture of the intruding reptile took place. No harm was inflicted upon the students or faculty during the unexpected incident. The incident took place at Pon…
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Siam Paragon commemorates 136 years of Thai-Japanese relations with first Sumo Experience in Thailand
To commemorate the long-standing 136-year of diplomatic relation between Thailand and Japan, Siam Paragon, in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Thailand, Sumo Experience (a stable dedicated to preserving and promoting sumo culture) and the national airline of Japan Japan Airlines, is hosting “Siam Paragon the Wonderous Heritage of Japan.” From July 6 – 9, 2023, Parc Paragon at…
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Unchained Elephants launches their first rescue mission for Kanun: Bringing hope to an abandoned elephant in Chiang Mai
On 23rd June 2023, Unchained Elephants has embarked on their first mission to rescue Kanun, a 55-year-old male elephant in Mae Tang, Chiang Mai. Kanun’s current situation is dire, as he endures life chained up, malnourished, and with only one functioning eye. The urgent need for intervention has sparked a determined effort to save Kanun and provide him with a…
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ID in bedlam: Sick Thai man’s forced outing proves fatal, district chief issues belated apology
A Pathum Thani district chief apologised to the family of a sick bed-ridden Thai man who died after they forced him to leave his sick bed to pick up a new identification card (ID). This follows a controversial Facebook post describing the ordeal which saw a severely ill bedridden father forced to undergo the bureaucratic process of renewing his expired ID.…
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Thai woman loses leg on Bangkok airport escalator
A Thai woman tragically lost her leg after collapsing on an escalator at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok today. The Director of the Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, Karun Thanakunjeeraphat, revealed the accident took place around 8.30am today, June 29. He reported that the accident happened at an escalator in the South Corridor between Pier 4 and Pier…
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Thai industries call for government aid to stimulate export growth amid falling rates
Industry leaders are soliciting governmental assistance in a bid to boost export growth, following steady declines observed over a streak of eight months, according to recent insights sourced from the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Discussions with 210 executives from 45 sectors of the industry revealed that an overwhelming 80% of respondents were in favour of government initiatives to trim…
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SRT modernisation: State railway plans 1.5 billion baht investment in electric trains
In an attempt to modernise and become more efficient, Thailand’s State Railway (SRT) has shifted its attention towards procuring electric trains as opposed to previously planned diesel locomotives. In the words of SRT’s head, Nirut Maneephan, the altered proposal has gained the green light from the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), and the SRT modernisation plan with an…
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Chiang Mai locals eager for lottery win: Demand for ‘lucky’ numbers soars
The northern city of Chiang Mai has experienced intense demand for lottery numbers as locals seek out lucky digits ahead of Saturday’s draw. This surge in activity was observed at 9am today, across various locations including markets, transportation hubs, major streets, and key spots like the Chiang Mai Gate and Nong Hoy. The going rate for a single lottery ticket…
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Strimmer catastrophe: Thai man slices off penis while cutting grass
A Thai man tragically died after cutting off his penis with a grass strimmer at a forest park in the Isaan province of Nong Bua Lamphu. The strimmer blade snapped and accidentally sliced his penis and groin area causing a severe loss of blood. Officers from Mueang Nong Bua Lamphu Police Station dashed to the forest park yesterday, June 28,…
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Pink Line monorail preps for safety tests ahead of free trial run
Pink Line monorail project safety measures are currently being assessed through initial test runs. According to a spokesperson from Northern Bangkok Monorail (NBM), following this evaluation, a complimentary trial run for the public is set to be initiated. The board director of NBM, Surapong Laoha-Unya, oversees the concessionaire of the Pink Line monorail which operates on the Khae Rai-Min Buri…
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Tragic road accident claims life of 34 year old driver in Chachoengsao
A tragic road accident occurred today involving a 34 year old man driving a Mitsubishi Mirage, and a six-wheel truck, in the middle of a bridge across the Lad Pladuk Canal on Thepparat Road near Chachoengsao province, eastern Thailand. Police rushed to the scene, providing emergency assistance and checking for available CCTV coverage. The catastrophic collision left the sedan severely damaged…
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