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Buriram abbot moved to monastery after loudspeaker incident
A temple abbot in Buriram was taken to a nearby monastery to calm down after a loudspeaker incident at 4am caused a stir among locals. Stress during funeral preparations for his father was cited as the reason, with no drugs involved. A recent incident involving 47 year old Phra Khru Sutthithamparahat, the abbot of Mueang Fai Temple in Nang Rong…
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Neighbour arrested for molestation of mentally impaired woman
A 65 year old man was arrested for the molestation of a mentally impaired woman, he denied any wrongdoing, claiming he didn’t know about her condition despite living nearby. However, the suspect admitted to inappropriate contact. The police have been on high alert following directives from Metropolitan Police Commissioner, Thiti Saengsawang, to investigate cases causing public distress. This led to…
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Veteran actress Chomchai Chatwilai dies at 73
Chomchai Chatwilai, a beloved veteran actress and singer, passed away peacefully at the age of 73. News of her death was shared by fellow actress and designer Wipavee Charoenpura on Facebook, where she affectionately referred to Chomchai as Phi Add. “My deepest condolences to the family of Chomchai Chatwilai. May goodness bring your soul to rest in peace. I say…
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Speeding truck runs red light, kills highway patrol officer in crash
A tragic accident occurred when an 18-wheeler truck ran a red light and collided with a pickup truck, resulting in the death of a highway patrol officer. The driver of the truck displaying a lack of accountability, claimed the traffic light changed too quickly for him to stop in time. Yesterday, June 20, at 1.15am, an 18-wheeler truck ran a…
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Khon Kaen w*nker found to have mental illness and AIDS infection
Officers from Thapra Police Station in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen discovered that a perverted Thai man, who repeatedly masturbates in public, suffers from a mental illness and has acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, they have been unable to locate him thus far. The 32 year old man, identified only as Billy, has masturbated in front of women in…
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Haulage operators in Thailand threaten strike over diesel prices
Road haulage operators have hiked their charges by an average of 9% today and are now gearing up for a nationwide strike unless the government addresses their demands to cap diesel prices at 30 baht per litre. Apichart Prairungruang, Land Transport Association of Thailand President, expressed frustration. “We’ve adjusted charges to cope with rising costs after four petitions to Prime…
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Chiang Mai monk illegally drives a car, causes intersection turmoil
A monk from a renowned Chiang Mai temple was involved in a car accident yesterday when his Honda Civic collided with a van at a three-way intersection, resulting in injuries to two people. The incident raised questions and sparked discussions among locals about the appropriateness of monks driving cars, especially with the difficulties that arise if an accident occurs. At…
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Hua Hin mourns loss of beloved expat Lizzy Ginsel
Renowned Hua Hin resident Lizzy Ginsel passed away at Hua Hin Hospital yesterday morning, June 20. A cherished figure within the community, Lizzy’s legacy resonates through her philanthropic endeavours and unwavering support for numerous charitable causes, notably the Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin. Renowned for her spirited personality, Lizzy was the driving force behind the Multi-Culti Club (MCC), fostering…
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Buffalo’s great escape ends in udder disaster on the road
A buffalo escaped and ran onto a road where it was fatally struck by a car, causing significant damage to the vehicle. Following the initial collision, two motorcycles trailing behind failed to brake in time and also collided with the buffalo, resulting in four injuries. The incident took place yesterday in San Sai District, Chiang Mai. Emergency responders from the…
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Teen shatters taxi window in heated Kathu dispute, pays damages
A heated exchange between a youth and a taxi driver in the Kathu district of Phuket on Tuesday night escalated to a point where the taxi’s rear window was shattered. The incident led to the youth being called in by police to pay for the damages but facing no charges. The altercation took place near the Si Kor Intersection, close…
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Thai farmer’s life savings harvested by call centre scam
An elderly Thai farmer has fallen victim to a call centre scam, being coerced into losing his entire life’s savings of over 3.2 million baht. The farmer, 74 year old Thongchai Boonko filed a complaint at Nongprue Police Station in Chon Buri today. He reported receiving a phone call from a man claiming to be a government officer from the…
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British couple busted for running Xanax scam in Thailand
A British couple who led a multimillion-pound fake Xanax ring from a lavish Thai villa are facing a lengthy jail sentence. The couple, 29 year old Brian Pitts and 26 year old Katie Harlow, allegedly orchestrated an international drug empire from their opulent hideaway in Thailand, flooding the dark web with counterfeit Xanax pills produced in makeshift labs across the…
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Thailand and South Korea team up for global water festival
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Jeollanam-do have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly promote Thailand’s Songkran Festival and Jeollanam-do’s Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival. The signing ceremony, held on Monday, June 17 in Seoul, South Korea, was graced by H.E. Tanee Sangrat, Ambassador of Thailand to the Republic of Korea. The MOU was officially signed by TAT…
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Bangkok nightclub owner kills guard in dispute over staff behaviour
A nightclub owner allegedly shot and killed a security guard this morning during a heated argument over the guard’s inappropriate behaviour with female staff. The incident took place at a popular bar and restaurant on Prasert-Manukit Road in Bangkok’s Bueng Kum district, with the owner surrendering to authorities shortly afterwards. Investigating officers from Khok Kram Police Station arrived at the…
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Southern Thailand: Family shocked to find body preserved in ice
Rescue workers were startled to discover a corpse preserved in ice, akin to salted mackerel after being called to inject formalin due to the smell and bloating. The body had been kept in ice for four days. Yesterday, the Facebook page of Oat Chantra, a rescue worker from the Phutthabucha Lansuan Rescue Unit, shared images of the event. The post…
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Mystery deepens: Child’s drowning in isaan linked to dark stranger
The plot thickens regarding the death of a child who allegedly drowned in the Isaan province of Sisaket. The victim’s four year old classmate and friend reported seeing a man with dark skin taking the three year old girl out of the nursery. Her lifeless body was later found in a swamp 800 metres away. The parents of the dead…
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Food delivery market grows as economy threatens restaurants
The online food delivery market in Thailand is experiencing growth but the challenging economy might force closures of between 50,000 and 100,000 small restaurants. Thailand has approximately 700,000 restaurants, including mobile street vendors, with the total business valued at 800 billion baht. Online food delivery services contribute 15% to this total. Chief Executive of Line Man Wongnai, Yod Chinsupakul, reports…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand halts extended alcohol sales hours citing safety concerns, friends turn foes in bizarre temple brawl in East Pattaya
For Thailand Video News today, Alex and Jay talk about the Thai government halting plans to extend the hours of alcohol sales due to rising road accidents. A brawl between two friends broke out near Huai Yai Temple in East Pattaya leaving them injured, while police in Khon Kaen are searching for a man reportedly masturbating in public repeatedly. Cyber…
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Robinson Srinakarin to close after 30 years with big clearance sale
End of an era as renowned department store Robinson Srinakarin, which has served the community for 30 years, will permanently close its doors on August 20. Located within Seacon Square Srinakarin in Nong Bon, Prawet, Bangkok, its closure will leave only three Robinson branches. Robinson Seacon Square’s official page announced the closure with a promotional campaign, offering up to 50%…
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Thai transwoman fights for justice after ex’s deadly betrayal
A Thai transwoman in the central province of Uthai Thani is seeking justice after her ex-boyfriend conspired with his girlfriend to murder her by drugging. They then stole her car, mobile phone, and 15,800 baht in cash. The 54 year old transgender victim filed a complaint against her 30 year old ex-boyfriend and his girlfriend at Mueang Uthai Thani Police…
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Udon Thani karaoke bar raided for underage human trafficking
Police in Udon Thani raided a popular karaoke bar yesterday, uncovering a human trafficking operation involving underage girls. The raid, which took place at 10pm, on June 20, revealed a ledger containing customer names and a significant number of unused condoms. Governor Wanchai Kongkasem directed the operation, coordinating with Vimol Surasen, the district chief, along with police officers from Udon…
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Progressive Movement urges party unity against dissolution law
The Progressive Movement (PM) called on the ruling Pheu Thai Party and the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) to unite against a controversial dissolution law, urging them to resist the legislation rather than attack each other. PM Secretary-General Piyabutr Saengkanokkul posted on Facebook today, June 21, advocating for the two largest parties to find common ground. He criticised the dissolution…
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MFP urges budget reform, reassures public with its scrutiny efforts
In a heated budget debate, the Move Forward Party (MFP) claims a significant victory in its relentless scrutiny of the 2025 budget. Party leaders assure the public that their meticulous examination has met expectations, confident that their efforts won’t disappoint. Natthapong Rueangpanyawut, a party-list MP from MFP, highlighted a pressing issue during the debate: the need for fundamental budgetary reform.…
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Russian man steals bag with 15,000 baht cash & phone in Phuket
A Thai woman issued a warning to locals in Phuket after a Russian man stole her bag, containing 15,000 baht in cash and a mobile phone, at a bar in the Karon neighbourhood on Wednesday. The victim shared the story with Phuket Times yesterday, June 20, stating that she worked at a bar in the Karon area of Phuket and…
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Student narrowly escapes sexual assault attempt
A young female student narrowly escaped an attempted sexual assault near her residence yesterday when a man followed and tried to attack her outside her apartment. Her quick thinking and cries for help thwarted the assailant. Footage from a CCTV camera installed near a housing project on Bang Sao Thong Road in Samut Prakan captured the incident. The video showed…
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Belgian tourist dies after horrific attack by German in Hua Hin
A 64 year old Belgian tourist tragically succumbed to severe injuries following a brutal assault in Hua Hin in early April. The attack left him with a fractured skull and 10 broken bones, leading to a coma from which he never awoke. Jan Valkenborg was holidaying with his Thai girlfriend in the resort town when he was ambushed. He was smoking…
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Summer solstice brings longest day and shortest night tomorrow
The summer solstice tomorrow will mark the longest daylight period of the year and the shortest night. The sun is expected to rise at around 5.51am, remaining visible for approximately 12 hours and 56 minutes. The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, reported that the summer solstice marks the…
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Stormy forecast: Extreme rain and thunderstorms in 42 provinces
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued another severe weather warning for 42 provinces nationwide, forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Bangkok is expected to experience significant rain coverage at 70%, with authorities urging caution for flash floods and forest runoff. The TMD released a 24-hour weather forecast today, highlighting the strengthening southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the…
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Monk gone rogue: Novice vanishes from temple, reappears briefly
A 16 year old novice monk who went missing from a temple in Kanchanaburi, was found in Nonthaburi but has since disappeared again, leaving only his sash and a note behind. Yesterday, June 20, at Bang Bua Thong Police Station in Nonthaburi, Somchit, the abbot of Wiakakee Temple in Sangkhla Buri, Kanchanaburi, and Wichai Saisangsin, the village headman, travelled from…
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Poker tournaments are becoming more popular in Thailand
Every day, more and more people in Thailand play live poker. A lot of expert poker players from Thailand are known all over the world. There are no specific rules against playing poker in a real-life setting, but it is against the law to bet on card games, which includes poker. The Thailand Gaming Act of 1935 says that dog…
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