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Thai app mishap: Woman gets traffic fine instead of digital wallet
A Thai woman registered on the Tang Rat app hoping to receive a 10,000 baht digital wallet but instead received a notification of an outstanding traffic ticket. Concerns about personal data privacy and linking have raised public alarm. The public is highly concerned about the registration process for the 10,000 baht digital wallet through the Tang Rat app. People worry…
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Bangkok Airways offers Mother’s Day sales with tickets promotion
Bangkok Airways is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special promotion, the 8.8 Mother’s Day Sales, offering discounted tickets starting from 1,430 baht for domestic routes. The promotion aims to encourage family trips during August. The promotion covers 15 domestic routes, including Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Lampang, Sukhothai, Trat, Phuket, and Krabi, as well as U-Tapao to Phuket, Phuket to Hat…
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Japanese woman searches for son missing in Thailand for 4 years
A Japanese woman travelled to Thailand in search of her son, who had requested 240,000 baht for medical expenses four years ago and has been missing since. This missing Japanese man is found facing charges of embezzlement before his disappearance. On August 5, 66 year old Yoshimi Nishi and her family visited Khlongtan Police Station to file a missing persons…
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Blood-filled bag thrown into home sparks outrage in Roi Et (video)
A troubling incident has been circulating on social media, showing a mysterious black bag being thrown over a fence and blood splattering across the victim’s home. The incident occurred in Suwannaphum district, Roi Et province, and has been ongoing for two months. Captured on CCTV, the footage reveals the distressing moment when a black bag, thrown by a neighbour, lands…
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Health warning issued for Thai milk tea drinkers
The Thai Department of Health issued a health warning to avid Thai milk tea drinkers about the risk of developing kidney stones due to the high sugar, calcium content, and compounds found in tea leaves. A post on the Department of Health’s Facebook page today cautioned those who consume milk tea daily, highlighting the potential health risks associated with their…
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Search for British tourist who disappeared at Bangkok airport
A 27 year old British tourist embarked on a dream holiday to Thailand but has mysteriously vanished, leaving his loved ones in a state of despair. Simon Robinson jetted off to Thailand on July 22, planning to soak up the Sun until August 3. However, just days into his trip, he phoned his girlfriend on July 26, announcing his early…
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Ex Thai soldier brutally attacks father’s friend over alleged insult
A former Thai soldier brutally attacked a friend of his father in front of the victim’s young son after the victim allegedly looked down on him for leaving his military position to work as a security guard at an entertainment venue in Bangkok. The 14 year old boy from the Isaan province of Roi Et asked a news Facebook page…
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Passengers trapped on ‘sauna’ jet on London to Bangkok flight (video)
In a nightmare at 30,000 feet, passengers on a Heathrow to Bangkok flight endured panic attacks and struggled to breathe after their plane turned into a sweltering sauna for two hours. The Boeing 777, operated by Thai Airways (THAI), was set to depart on Thursday, July 25 but never left the ground due to a malfunctioning air conditioning system. Video…
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Thailand to amend domestic violence law amid rising abuse
Thailand is set to amend its anti-domestic violence law in response to rising concerns about household abuse. The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is spearheading this revision, citing the increasing fragility of Thai society. Minister Varawut Silpa-archa announced that a primary focus of the ministry’s recent monthly meeting was the amendment of the Victims of Domestic Violence Protection…
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Blacklisted Vietnamese men arrested for illegally entering Thailand
Immigration police arrested three Vietnamese men this morning for illegally entering Thailand through a border checkpoint in the Isaan province of Nong Khai despite being blacklisted. Officers from the Nong Khai Provincial Immigration Office came across a Facebook post by a Vietnamese man, later identified as 34 year old Phan Dinh Sy, who advertised a transport service for Vietnamese nationals…
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Man drinks fake snake wine for health, risks kidney failure
A man drank snake wine believing it would enhance his sexual performance, only to discover it contained a plastic toy snake. Doctors warn this could lead to kidney failure, in addition to not improving his condition. According to the China Times, a 50 year old man consulted a urology specialist, Dr Huang Wei Lun for erectile dysfunction. During his treatment…
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Justice minister visits Phuket prison, focuses on rehabilitation
Justice Minister Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, accompanied by the Inspector-General of the Department of Corrections, Narong Nukong, visited Phuket Provincial Prison yesterday to inspect prisoner conditions and encourage inmate rehabilitation. Joining them were Phuket Vice Governor Norasak Suksomboon, MP Chalermpong Saengdee, Rewat Areerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO), and Arkom Phusri, Director of the Phuket Provincial Prison.…
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Phayao papaya tree with lucky-shaped fruit attracts interest
A papaya tree in Phayao has caused a stir with its oddly shaped fruit resembling buffalo horns, a naga, and an elephant trunk. The tree’s owner believes it may be a sign of good fortune from sacred spirits. Reporters today, August 4, observed an unusual papaya tree in the garden of Kriangsak Jaiyen, a 45 year old resident of Moo…
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Thai man attacked and threatened with M16 rifle after road row
A Thai man sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after an influential person in the southern province of Phang Nga after being physically assaulted and threatened with an M16 rifle following a row on the road. The 23 year old victim, Kiattiphum, shared with Saimai Survive that his rival attempted to kill him. The row between them began after…
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Croc on the run finally in the net after a week of gator-aid in Phuket
A saltwater crocodile, which had been eluding capture for six days, was finally apprehended by local officials in Phuket. The reptile, discovered in an old mining pond, will undergo health and species checks at a coastal fisheries research centre. Security guards at a golf course in Pa Khlok, Thalang District, Phuket, first spotted the crocodile on July 31. The sighting…
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Reel trouble in Phuket: Man hooked for fishing in temple pond
A Thai man in Phuket sparked controversy by fishing in front of people releasing fish at a temple pond, and ignoring their reactions. The incident, which took place at Wat Chaiyathararam in Chalong, was captured in a 29-second video shared by the Facebook page Newshawk Phuket. The video shows a man in a black shirt calmly fishing, despite onlookers releasing…
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Minister identifies source of invasive blackchin tilapia in Thai waters
Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Thamanat Prompow today announced his knowledge of the party responsible for the blackchin tilapia fish currently invading Thai waterways. He plans to present the findings to the Cabinet today, August 5. Thamanat revealed that the investigation into the spread of the highly adaptive and predatory blackchin tilapia, native to Africa, had concluded. “I have all the…
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Khon Kaen shop owner scammed into buying water instead of beer
A grocery shop owner in Khon Kaen was deceived into buying a crate of what she thought was beer for 500 baht, only to find it filled with bottles of plain water. She shared a video online to warn other shop owners of the scam. The incident took place yesterday, August 4, at around 7pm. The owner, 64 year old…
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Five teens arrested after violent Pattaya Beach birthday clash
Five teenagers from Thailand were arrested after attacking a group of teens who travelled from another province to celebrate a birthday in Pattaya. The incident escalated into the violence on Pattaya Beach, resulting in many injuries. The Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, Police Colonel Nawin Thirawit, yesterday, August 4, around 9.30pm, led officers in the apprehension of the five suspects.…
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Thai woman loses 50,000 baht to boyfriend after 2 days of dating
A Thai woman in Bangkok lost 50,000 baht in cash to her boyfriend after only two days of dating and not even knowing his full name. The 18 year old victim, Warissara, filed a complaint with Hua Mark Police Station at 3.20am on Saturday, August 3, after 50,000 baht in cash went missing from her room on the first floor…
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Thai police ‘shuttle’ of support for Olympic badminton gold
The Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP) Torsak Sukvimol led police officers across Thailand to rally behind Police Corporal Kunlavut “View” Vitidsarnl, who is vying for the gold medal in men’s singles badminton at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They are ready to offer benefits to officers representing the country in international sports. National Police Chief Torsak Sukvimol, alongside police…
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American teacher’s Apple of discord: Thai backlash over ad critique
Drama unexpectedly unfolded for an American teacher and TikToker in Thailand, who criticised a controversial Apple advertisement. He faced criticism for not being a Thai national and was accused of being disingenuous, and only posted the video to solicit attention and engagement on social media. The renowned American influencer, David William, released a video of himself criticising Apple’s advertisement, The…
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Phuket motorists disrupted by Heroines Underpass pole relocation
Motorists in Phuket should prepare for further disruptions at the Heroines Monument as Thalang Traffic Police continue the relocation of power poles along Thepkrasattri Road. This work is part of the preparations for constructing the Heroines Underpass. The initial phase of this relocation project, which started last Wednesday, July 31, has been completed. Yesterday, August 4, Thalang Traffic Police announced…
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Motorcycle runs red light in Khon Kaen, fatal crash ensues
A tragic accident occurred at a busy intersection in Khon Kaen, where a motorcycle ran a red light and was struck by a taxi, resulting in one fatality and serious injuries to the pillion rider. The incident was captured on CCTV. At 10am today, August 5, footage from a CCTV camera installed at the Pratu Mueang intersection in Khon Kaen…
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Tragedy near Khao Yai: ‘Shot’ in the dark leads to murder probe
A Thai woman was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head near Khao Yai, sparking a police investigation into potential murder. The incident occurred yesterday, August 4, with local authorities receiving a report about the body discovered in a wooded area off Thanarat Road. Police identified the victim as 34 year old Netnapa Kransut, from Mueang district, Nakhon…
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Pattaya cops make a ‘clean sweep’ of ex-Dutch soldier’s drug stash
Pattaya police last night arrested a former Dutch soldier for illegal drug possession after raiding his condominium room. The 63 year old Simon Leonardus Petrus Sjerps was found with crystal methamphetamine and equipment allegedly used for producing date-rape drugs. The raid, led by Police Colonel Nawin Thirawit, Superintendent of the Pattaya Police Station, took place yesterday, August 4, at 5.36pm.…
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Monsoon mayhem: 32 provinces in for a ‘downpour’ of trouble
Heavy monsoon rains are expected to affect 32 provinces today, including Bangkok, with 70% of the area experiencing substantial rainfall. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued warnings for potential flash floods and landslides. Thailand is set to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the next 24 hours, with significant downpours anticipated in the northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern…
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Nakhon Nayok hit by sudden flooding after dam water release
Nakhon Nayok experienced sudden flooding early today as Khun Dan Prakarnchon Dam began releasing water without prior notice. Flooding inundated several areas along the Nakhon Nayok River in Mueang district, today, August 5. Media outlets showcased the rising waters at resorts near the dam and along the riverbanks. Volunteers from the Ruam Katanyu Foundation’s Nakhon Nayok branch reported receiving calls…
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Neighbour dispute in Bueng Kan ends in tragic double fatality
A dispute between neighbours in Bueng Kan province ended in a tragic double fatality. A man shot his neighbour dead before turning the gun on himself despite attempts by witnesses to calm him down. Police and emergency units arrived at the scene yesterday, August 4, following a call reporting a shooting incident. The altercation took place in Ban Klang, Moo…
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Lamphun University student arrested for child exploitation scheme
Royal Thai Police (RTA) arrested a third-year university student from Lamphun for luring underage girls into sexual acts and recording the encounters to sell online. Shockingly, one of the victims was only 12 years old, and the clientele included monks, government officials, students, and other university attendees. The arrest took place yesterday, August 4, with Police Lieutenant General Prachuap Wongsoog,…
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