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Koh Phayam fears Land Bridge project will disrupt island’s harmony
Koh Phayam, located 17 kilometres off the Andaman Sea coast, is known for its unspoiled forests and pristine beaches, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking peaceful recreation and the charming lifestyle of local fishers. Covering a 35km² area, it stands as the second largest island in Ranong Province. In recent years, Koh Phayam has garnered attention as a…
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Man murders dating app lover after she finds out he’s married
A young man has been arrested after his dating app lover was found strangled to death in Prachuap Khiri Khan, shortly after learning he was already married. Police apprehended 22 year old Anuwat Pimmat at an eatery in Prachuap Khiri Khan, around 10pm yesterday. He faces charges of murder and concealing a body, following an arrest warrant issued by the…
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Man surrenders claiming officials framed him for attempted murder
A man sought by police for attempted murder surrendered to the Thai police, claiming he was framed by local officials. Fearing injustice, he requested his case be transferred for a fair investigation. Police and administrative officers recently raided a house in Moo 10, Wisai Tai, Sawi District, Chumphon Province, aiming to arrest 56 years old, Somchai, under a warrant from…
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Move Forward Party eyes 3 new leaders amid possible dissolution
On the brink of potential dissolution by the Constitutional Court, the Move Forward Party (MFP) is preparing contingency plans, including identifying three potential leaders for a new party. This comes as the party defends itself against accusations of attempting to undermine the constitutional monarchy through its efforts to amend the lese majeste law. Party insiders reveal that the MFP’s core…
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Electric car’s shocking failure, repair costs over 1 million baht
A woman’s electric car battery failed after being parked in the rain for just 20 minutes, resulting in repair costs exceeding 1 million baht. The issue has now been resolved, with the insurance company agreeing to cover the costs and spare parts being dispatched to the service centre. The electric car owner, Suphinya, today shared her unfortunate experience. After leaving…
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CIB plays hardball: Victims lose over 12 million baht in toy scam
A group of victims reported to the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) today after being scammed by an online seller after ordering Labubu and Art Toys but never received the items, resulting in a collective loss of over 12 million baht. Altogether, 21 scam victims met with Police Lieutenant Chakri Silpasathaporn at the CIB’s complaint centre. They sought help after purchasing…
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Police “cord” red-handed: Cable theft gang busted in Thonburi
Police apprehended a cable theft gang in Bangkok’s Thonburi district while they were in the middle of committing the crime. The suspects admitted to multiple previous thefts and have criminal records involving drug use and cable theft. Police Colonel Chatkitt Padungchanthanai and Police Lieutenant Colonel Chatakit Phadungchanthanai, along with their team, arrested 32 year old, Sakda, and 22 year old,…
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Emulsifiers in processed food increases risk of diabetes
Many of the foods we enjoy daily, from ice cream and chocolate to bread and biscuits, contain emulsifiers. These food additives improve texture, taste, and shelf life, making processed foods more appealing and convenient. However, recent research from France suggests that these ubiquitous ingredients may come with a hidden cost: an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. What are emulsifiers?…
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Drama erupts over Catholic monk haircuts in Ratchaburi church
An online drama erupted after Thai netizens raised questions about the consent of young boys who received Catholic monk haircuts for a church event in the central province of Ratchaburi. The news Facebook page Esor News 3 shared pictures of young Thai boys in student uniforms with Catholic monk haircuts on Friday, June 7. Each boy’s head was shaved bald…
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Monitor lizard causes disruption at Nakhon Ratchasima bank
A large monitor lizard caused a stir at a prominent bank in the early hours of this morning, prompting police and bank staff to intervene. Despite orders to stop, the reptile remained uncooperative. The lizard, weighing 20 kilogrammes, was eventually captured and released back into the wild. At 8.30am yesterday, Deputy Traffic Inspector of Phimai Police Station, Suphanroj Imwiset, was…
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Police arrest major drug dealer in Chon Buri condo raid
Undercover police officers last night arrested a 28 year old man in Chon Buri province on drug charges. The arrest occurred at a luxury condominium in the Sri Racha district, with the suspect being identified as Apinop Srihiran, an alleged major drug dealer also known as “Ohm.” Officers from Banglamung Police Station apprehended Apinop while entering his condo unit. Apinop…
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Shock and stall: Lightning ‘strikes’ car, insurance refuses to spark coverage
A car driver expressed concerns about his recently purchased vehicle when it malfunctioned just over a month after acquisition. The motor failed to start and displayed unusual electrical issues. While the dealership attributed the problem to a lightning strike, the insurance provider refused to cover the damages. A 44 year old resident of Uthai Thani, Bandit, reported the incident today.…
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Thailand frights: TAT’s haunting new tour beckons Spanish tourists
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is targeting foreign tourists, especially from Spain, as plans get underway to launch a tour of haunted attractions. The Deputy Governor of the European, African, Middle Eastern, and American Markets of TAT, Siripakorn Chiaosamut, reported on Saturday, June 8, that he discussed the project with the Spanish ambassador in Thailand and found that Spanish people would…
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South Korean charged in murder, body found in Pattaya barrel
South Korean prosecutors indicted a suspect involved in the murder of a fellow Korean, whose body was discovered in a concrete-filled barrel in a reservoir near Pattaya. The Changwon District Prosecutors Office indicted the suspect, in his 20s, on charges of murder and abandonment of a body overseas. The indictment was reported by Yonhap news agency today. The identities of…
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Search continues for American missing at Nai Harn Beach
Police in Phuket are intensifying their search for an American who went missing after being swept away by waves at Nai Harn Beach. Strong winds and high waves are hindering rescue efforts, with lifeguards raising red flags to warn against swimming. His wife, 49 year old Siriaamorn Petchraawut, hopes for a miracle. The 49 year old American father, James Everett…
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Mercury’s shift brings prosperity to six zodiac signs
Mercury’s shift to the position of Ksetrajna has significantly altered the fortunes of the six zodiac signs. Life for those under these signs, previously burdened by obstacles and heavy responsibilities, is now set to improve drastically. Astrologer Boy’s post on this celestial event has sparked widespread interest. According to Boy, the movement of Mercury into the Ksetrajna position marks the…
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81 year old Thai man loses 22 million baht to police impersonator
An 81 year old Thai man lost life savings worth 22 million baht to a scammer who impersonated a police officer and accused the victim of being involved in illegal businesses. The 81 year old victim, Praisan, a former leader of the business planning team at the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), sought help from his son, who works in…
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Thailand Video News | German Tourist Falls to Death in Pattaya, Chinese Tourist Missing in Thailand Amid Ransom Demand
Today in Thailand video news, Alex and Jay dive into news happening across the country. A German tourist has fallen to his death from a hotel near Pattaya Beach. A father has received a ransom demand of 5 million yuan after his daughter went missing in Thailand last week. Two people tragically passed away in Phetchaburi due to a motorcycle…
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Gynecomastia: Man boobs linked to higher risk of death
Recent research has unveiled a startling revelation: men with gynecomastia, a condition characterised by enlarged breast tissue not due to weight gain, face a significantly higher risk of early death. This study, published in the BMJ, offers crucial insights into the health implications of gynecomastia, affecting a large percentage of men at different stages of their lives. Understanding gynecomastia Gynecomastia…
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Lightning strike destroys house causing 700,000 baht in damages
A single lightning strike ignited a fire that destroyed a house rented by a couple, causing over 700,000 baht in damages. The couple, both motorcycle enthusiasts, narrowly escaped the incident as they were out buying dinner. Rescue worker Sunan Chumchua from the Kusonsathan Trang Foundation inspected the damage at house number 33/5, Moo 2, Khlong Khlo Subdistrict, Mueang District, Trang…
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Family mourns daughter killed in tragic Phetchaburi bike accident
A tragic accident has left a family in mourning as they prepare to hold a funeral for a 22-year-old woman, who was the mainstay of her household, killed in a bike accident. The young woman, Suphattra, lost her life in a heartbreaking incident when she fell from a big bike and was run over by a truck during a trip…
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Suspect arrested for murder of 21 year old Phetchaburi woman
Police apprehended a man suspected of murdering 21 year old woman and disposing of her body in Phetchaburi. Following an arrest warrant, officers are currently interrogating the suspect. The Thai authorities discovered the body of Benjarat, also known as Nong Dream, on June 7 in a grassy area by the southbound side of Phetkasem Road, near kilometre marker 144 in…
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Chao Phraya River embankment collapse causes waves of concern
A section of Chao Phraya River embankment collapsed causing significant concern among locals and governmental officials in Nonthaburi’s Pak Kret district. The embankment collapsed at approximately 5.40pm yesterday, June 9, leaving concrete rubble and exposed rebar stretching 75 metres. This incident was reported to the subdistrict administrative organisation by Phra Khru Nontakun Phiphat, the abbot of Wat Choeng Lane, a temple…
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Spitting mad: Russian tourist’s traffic light tantrum in Phuket
A Russian man spat on a Thai woman and tried to slap her at Wat Naka Intersection in Phuket on May 29 in anger over a traffic light misunderstanding. The 46 year old Thai woman, Phatchareeya Rattanatorrakarn, accompanied by her husband, Boonyong Burirak, filed a complaint against the Russian at Vichit Police Station at 2pm on May 29. Phatchareeya said…
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Local governments digging deep into land tax challenges
Local governments face a significant challenge in evaluating underutilised land plots to determine the appropriate tax burden under the land and building tax, according to finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit. Lavaron noted that the tax law, effective for five years, is currently under review for potential amendments. A key issue under scrutiny is the enforcement and interpretation of land utilisation.…
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Over 80 patients flee Krabi drug rehab centre over alleged abuses
More than 80 patients escaped from a drug rehabilitation centre on Koh Sriboya, an island in the southern province of Krabi, over alleged abuses by the Thai authorities. A community leader on Sriboya Island reached out to officers from Khlong Kanan Police Station for assistance, as residents grew concerned about approximately 80 patients who had absconded from a drug rehabilitation…
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Father’s shadow: Bride’s emotional whirlwind at wedding doppelgänger
A bride became emotionally overwhelmed when she encountered a man at her wedding who bore a striking resemblance to her father, who died three years ago. The man’s appearance, mannerisms, and even his name closely resembled those of her late father, prompting a wave of nostalgia and tears. A TikTok user with the handle chadaporn002 posted a video featuring a man…
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Nightclub raid near university leads to police reassignment
Police in Pathum Thani reassigned five officers from the Pak Khlong Rangsit Police Station following a raid on an unlicensed nightclub near a prominent university highlighting the lack of action surrounding the issue called for a more thorough and transparent investigation. The crackdown occurred yesterday when central investigation police searched a nightclub in Rangsit at around 1.15am, officers found a…
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Teen fatally shot by grandfather after constant disruptive gatherings
A tragic incident unfolded yesterday in Nong Bua Lamphu, where an argument over noise and disruptive behaviour ended in the fatal shooting of a teenager. The incident occurred at a small house in Hua Na District, where a man fired bullets into a room after repeated disturbances from his grandson and friends. Police received the call at around 9pm, where…
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Police officer confesses to fatally shooting Burmese man in hospital
A police sergeant confessed to fatally shooting a Burmese man at Khon Kaen Hospital in Isaan on June 6. He accused the deceased of bothering his father, who was a patient in the bed next to the victim. The deceased, 29 year old Kyaw Swar Aong, was shot dead in his hospital bed at around 11pm on June 6. His…
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