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Bangkok bus bust-up: Dismissed driver’s fare share of woes
A bus driver has been dismissed following an incident in which a young man claimed he was verbally abused and forced off the bus. The driver, who said he was afraid of dismissal, confirmed he had been let go by the company. The incident occurred on Route 1013, between Hua Takhe and Seacon Square, and was posted on the popular…
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Thai woman accused of stealing identity to swindle 3 million baht from man
A Thai woman accused another in the central province of Kampang Phet of stealing her identity to swindle more than 3 million baht from a man. The accused woman denied the allegation but admitted to knowing the victim. The male victim, who works as an engineer, filed a police report after realising that his girlfriend, named Bumbim, did not love…
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Kid’s joyride costs Lamborghini owner millions: Pricey playtime ride
An eight year old child, left unattended by his parents, ended up playing on a stranger’s Lamborghini worth tens of millions, causing the car owner to pay a hefty money for damages. The incident occurred on October 29 when a man named Su from Zhejiang province in China parked his Lamborghini in an open car park and went about his…
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Thai man seeks skilled doctor to treat penis infection after enlargement procedure
In fear of losing his penis, a Thai man turned to a social media influencer for help in finding a skilled doctor to treat an infection in his penis, following an olive oil injection for penis enlargement. Thai social media influencer, Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet, accompanied the 29 year old man, who goes by the name A, to Masterpiece Hospital in Bangkok…
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Triggered by glance: Off-licence spat leads to fatal road incident arrest by Nakhon Si Thammarat police
Police in Nakhon Si Thammarat apprehended a gunman involved in a fatal road incident following a dispute at an off-licence. The suspect allegedly pursued the victim after feeling provoked by a glance. He then shot the victim in the head, resulting in his immediate death. The incident took place on the Thung Song-Trang Road, near the entrance to the Wang…
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Thai karaoke bar raided: Narcotics worth 1,200 baht seized
Last night, a karaoke bar in Aranyaprathet, East Thailand, was raided by police and administrative officials, who discovered a substantial amount of narcotics on the premises. In a surprise crackdown, five employees were found to have tested positive for drug use and were subsequently taken into custody for legal action. At around 11pm yesterday, leading the operation was Lieutenant Colonel…
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Lottery vendor allegedly burns shrine for giving locals winning numbers
Residents in the central province of Ratchaburi accused a lottery vendor of burning the sacred Mae Niang-Mae Norm Shrine because its spirits have been giving locals in the area the correct winning numbers, causing the vendor to lose money. Officers from Mueang Ratchaburi Police Station received a report that a fire had broken out at a small shelter in front of…
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Own goal: Chiang Mai authorities tackle covert football betting operation
A covert football betting operation was raided in Chiang Mai, with police seizing betting slips, cash, and computers. The operation was discovered in a nondescript terraced building near Tonpao Plaza, Tonpao subdistrict, San Kamphaeng district. One suspect was apprehended, who had a previous criminal record for the same offence. The raid on the illegal operation was led by the special…
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Xinjiang violence: China soughts international media to counter claims
China has opened its doors to a number of international media organisations to showcase its claimed victory in quelling terrorism-related violence in its troubled region, Xinjiang. A senior journalist from Bangkok Post, Mongkol Bangprapa, who also presides over the Thai Journalists Association, was among the 22 guests invited. The delegates were predominantly from 17 countries involved in China’s Belt and…
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Thai Airways launches direct flights from Bangkok to Istanbul
Thai Airways International (THAI) is set to start direct flights from Bangkok to Istanbul on December 1, marking a significant expansion of its international flight network. The announcement was officially made in a recent launch ceremony, presided over by the Chairperson of THAI Plan Administrators, Piyasvasti Amranand, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to Thailand, Serap Ersoy. The…
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Bird breeders tweet plea to un-list the red-whiskered bulbul
Thailand‘s red-whiskered bulbul breeders’ association launched an appeal to the government, seeking to remove the bird from its list of protected species. The association argues that the breeding industry previously generated a substantial income for the economy, amounting to a billion baht. Suratep Boonyavatvanit, president of the association, highlighted that half a decade ago, there were approximately a million breeders…
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Chinese couple accused of damaging Thai woman’s Bangkok home
A concerned Thai mother urged Channel 3 to publicise the disturbing behaviour of a Chinese couple after she accused them of causing chaos and damage to her daughter’s house in Soi Chalerm Prakiat 28 in the Prawet district of Bangkok. The mother, Arporn, told the media that her daughter had lived alone in the house for more than 10 years without…
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Heartbreaking incident in Chai Nat as bystanders laugh and watch woman drown
The tragic drowning of a 32 year old woman in Chai Nat province sparked outrage after a distressing video emerged of bystanders laughing and refusing to help. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 31, around 8.30pm in a 3-metre deep irrigation canal near Huay Ta See village, Wang Kai Thoe subdistrict, Hankha district. The Chai Nat Ruamkatanyu Foundation volunteer divers…
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Thailand’s AOC launched to tackle rising online scams
The Anti-Online Scam Operation Centre (AOC), a comprehensive service centre for victims of scam gangs, has been launched by Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES), as stated by Minister Prasert Chantararuangthong. The AOC is designed to effectively reduce the number of online scams within a month, aiming to tackle the over 330,000 cybercrime cases reported from March 1…
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Trouser triggers: Pen gun mishap leaves schoolboys with penis pain
A pen gun which was kept in a trouser pocket accidentally went off, injuring one schoolboy in the penis and another in the leg. Medical workers at Phutta Sothon Hospital 2 in the central province of Chachengsao urged officers from Mueang Chachengsao Police Station to question two schoolboys who were admitted with gunshot wounds. The young boys insisted that the…
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Brutal gang attack on lost teens under Nonthaburi bridge sparks police manhunt
Two teenagers were brutally attacked by a gang of four young men after their motorcycle stuttered due to low fuel. The incident happened under the Phra Udom bridge on the new Ratchaphruek Road, Klong Khoy, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi, at around 11pm yesterday. The victims were found by authorities and transported to Pak Kret 2 Hospital for treatment. According to…
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Flood warning issued as heavy rains threaten southern Thailand
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning today about the weather conditions in Thailand. The northern part of the country is experiencing morning fog and increasing rainfall. Simultaneously, the southern region is facing substantial downpours, causing a sudden risk of flooding and rapid forest runoff. The high-pressure weather system or cold air mass that covers the northern part…
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Israel pledges support in Thai hostage rescue amid Gaza conflict
Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently shared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended his condolences to the Thai nationals who lost their lives during the Gaza conflict. Netanyahu also pledged his full support for the rescue mission for Thai hostages held by Hamas. Prime Minister Srettha revealed this information post his phone conversation with Netanyahu, where he requested…
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Threatening letter to Songkhla prosecutor prompts police investigation
A life-threatening letter directed at a provincial Songkhla prosecutor sparked a police investigation yesterday. The letter was a threat from a friend of 37 year old Chaowalit Thongduang, also known as Sia Paeng Na Nod. Chaowalit escaped from Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital on October 22, where he was detained after a dental treatment. The handwritten letter, composed with a blue…
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Two men arrested for fatal family feud over 1,500 baht debt in Satun
A tragic event unfolded in the Thung Wa district of Satun province when two young men, Chatchanan and Teerayut, both 21 years old, turned on each other over a debt of 1,500 baht (US$41). The dispute led to the fatal shooting of their 22 year old relative, named Aphisit. The incident took place near a cowshed close to their residence…
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Drug addicted man causes blackout in Udon Thani attempting cable theft
A 35 year old drug addicted man has been apprehended by locals in Udon Thani after he attempted to steal power cables, causing a blackout in four houses. The man, who appeared incoherent and shaky, admitted he was motivated by his craving for alcohol and needed money to purchase it. Suradech’s reckless act was first noticed by a local, 35 year…
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Unusual Halloween costume shocks crowd at Chiang Mai bar Halloween bash
Halloween celebrations at a popular local bar took a spooky turn when a customer, dressed in an unusual Halloween costume, as a ghost with a belly, stunned the crowd. The costume, complete with dark skin and blood effects, proved to be a show-stopper, attracting attention and widespread amusement from the online community. The Halloween festival, which unfolded yesterday, saw a…
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Chiang Mai nightclub scandal: Police officers relocated, 242 minors found using fake IDs
Five police officers from Chang Phueak Police Station have been relocated following a Halloween night incident involving minors under 20 years old using fake identification to enter a nightclub. The minors were found to have altered their birth dates on their national identification cards to gain entry. An investigation committee was set up today. The latest reports indicate that during…
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Thai lottery fraudster nabbed for 180 million baht scam
Law enforcement officers today, led by Colonel Santichai Srisawad, in conjunction with Major General Montree Teskan, arrested a 40 year old woman in connection with Thai lottery fraud. The suspected woman was a reputed figure in the Thai lottery scene. Arrested under a warrant issued by the Kantharalak Provincial Court on September 6, she was accused of impersonation and defamation…
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Caffeine chaos: Chiang Mai models stir the pot, accuse event organiser of robbery
A group of models and presenters in Chiang Mai province descended upon San Kamphaeng Police Station at 9am today to complain to an event organiser allegedly named Daeng. The group accused him of failing to pay for their services at a coffee launch event. The nine victims attempted to contact the organiser for payment. Initially, he promised to pay after selling…
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Disabled teenager demands mother to return 400,000 baht compensation
A 16 year old disabled girl spoke to her mother through Channel 3 asking her to return the 400,000 baht she received as compensation after a motorcycle accident. The woman told Channel 3 that she lost her right leg in a motorcycle accident and the court ordered the motorist involved in the accident to pay her 500,000 baht in compensation.…
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Sugar shock: Satun sweet treat vendors stick to their prices, seek government help
Sweet treat vendors in Satun are suffering from soaring sugar prices, causing a significant decrease in their income and profits. Despite the hardship, they persist in maintaining their original prices, fearing the impact on their customers. The vendors are pleading for urgent government intervention. The rise in sugar prices has had a significant impact on sweet treat sellers, particularly those…
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Government lottery draw offers 6 million baht first prize
The Government Lottery Office (GLO) livestreamed the lottery draw today allowing participants to check their tickets and potential winnings live. The draw included first prizes, last two digits, last three digits, and other categories, all reported swiftly on Sanook Lotto. The live lottery draw for the government lottery took place today, November 1, with participants eagerly awaiting the first prize…
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Chiang Mai Airport 24-hour service takes off with first flight to Osaka
Chiang Mai International Airport (CMIA) introduced its new 24-hour service with the inaugural flight from Chiang Mai to Osaka. This followed the government’s Quick-Win policy to boost the short-term economy. Nirat Phongsitthaworn, Governor of Chiang Mai Province, presided over the kick-off event at the International Passenger Terminal. Joining him were Jakrapol Tungsutthatham, Deputy Secretary-General to the prime minister, Kirti Kitmanawattana,…
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Thai hostages secured release promise from Hamas post Gaza offensive
Thai captives held hostage in Israel by Hamas have been promised release upon Israel’s cessation of its Gaza Strip offensive. This assurance was provided to Thai negotiators by Hamas representatives, as relayed by Saiyid Sulaiman Husaini, a Thai Muslim leader and head of a Shia Muslims association in Thailand. The promise was made during a meeting held at the office…
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