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Village headman shoots villager nine times over grilled beef
A village headman shot and killed a villager with a 9mm firearm, firing nine consecutive shots at a fish pond in Chiang Mai. The victim’s friends, who were drinking nearby, fled in fear. Police are investigating the motive behind the incident yesterday, June 30. Police Lieutenant Sittichok Buadang of San Pa Tong Police Station reported that an incident was received…
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Chan wins Pathum Thani presidency by narrow margin
Chan Puangpetch, supported by the ruling Pheu Thai Party, secured the presidency of the Pathum Thani Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) yesterday. In a closely contested election, Chan garnered 203,032 votes, edging out Police Lieutenant General Kamronwit Toopkrajang, who received 201,212 votes. The narrow victory margin of 1,820 votes marks a comeback for Chan, who had previously lost the seat to…
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Thai teacher caught livestreaming under skirt while teaching
The Teachers’ Council of Thailand banned a teacher from her profession after she livestreamed under her skirt while teaching children at a primary school in the central province of Lopburi. A Facebook news page, Esor News 3, shared a screenshot of the Bigo Live application video of the teacher in class on Thursday, June 27, with the caption: “What do you…
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Phuket flight fiasco: Downpour delays leave one still in the clouds
Phuket International Airport confirmed that only one of the 17 flights delayed by yesterday’s downpours has yet to complete its journey. To mitigate any dangers posed by landing in intense weather conditions, inbound flights were diverted to Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi International Airports, as well as airports in Krabi, Langkawi, Penang, and Surat Thani as pilots had no vision of…
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Police intercept eight illegal immigrants in Mae Sot operation
Thai police intercepted eight illegal immigrants attempting to enter the country, revealing they were hired by an employer. The individuals have been detained and will face legal proceedings. The Ratchamanu Special Task Force (STF) conducted a patrol in Mae Sot district, Tak province, yesterday, June 30, at 9.30pm. While monitoring the area, officials noticed a suspicious black Toyota pickup truck…
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21 Moroccan held by call centre scam gang seeks Thailand’s help
Moroccan nationals held captive by a call centre scam gang in Myanmar, near Tak province in northern Thailand, appealed to the Thai government for help. They reported being forced to commit fraud, physically assaulted and held for ransom. The Moroccans contacted The Exodus Road Foundation in April after being coerced into working as scammers by the gang in Myanmar’s Karen…
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Thai shopper’s tantrum causes chaos at Charles & Keith (video)
A foreign news outlet reported an incident involving an alleged Thai woman who, in a moment of flaring tempers, caused chaos at a Charles & Keith store in a Taipei shopping centre, in Taiwan. Dressed in a short pink dress and barefoot, she damaged merchandise and attacked staff, alarming many shoppers. The event occurred yesterday afternoon inside a well-known shopping…
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Tuna boom: Thai exports make a splash with double-digit surge
Thai exports of canned tuna have experienced a notable surge, increasing by over 13% in the first five months of this year. According to the Director-General of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, the value of these exports reached US$979 million during this period, reflecting a 13.4% year-on-year growth. Thailand exported 221,092 tonnes of canned tuna this…
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Thais unite to celebrate King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s 72nd birthday
Thais are preparing to celebrate His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 72nd birthday at the end of this month. Citizens across the nation are showing their loyalty and extending their best wishes to the monarch. King Maha Vajiralongkorn was born on July 28, 1952, at the Ambara Villa in Dusit Palace, Bangkok. He is the only son of King Bhumibol…
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Motorcyclist injured after falling into unmarked construction hole
In a neverending saga of Pattaya’s unfinished roadworks posing a threat to road users, a contractor’s negligence led to a motorcycle accident as a rider fell into an unmarked construction hole, injuring herself yesterday, June 30. Repeated incidents have frustrated locals. At 8.30pm, Pattaya’s Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre in Chon Buri received a report of a motorcycle accident involving a…
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Global bond funds attract 88 billion baht, yield 0.50% return
Global bond funds have seen significant popularity over the past 18 months, drawing investments totalling 88 billion baht and yielding an average return of 0.50% for the year to date, according to Morningstar Research (Thailand). Morningstar stated that global bond funds are capable of producing positive average returns this year, although these returns are modest in comparison to the US…
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BJT defends senators-elect from criticism over backgrounds
The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) is calling for an end to the criticism targeting senators-elect over their backgrounds, asserting that the election process was designed to give candidates from all walks of life an equal opportunity to join the Upper House. BJT party member and former MP, Somsak Prissananantakul released a statement on Facebook today. “Some senators-elect come from ordinary backgrounds.…
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MFP’s Pita accuses EC of double standards in dissolution bid
The chief adviser of the Move Forward Party (MFP) accused the Election Commission (EC) of employing double standards in its petition to the Constitutional Court to disband the party. Pita Limjaroenrat, yesterday, June 30, updated the public on the MFP’s efforts to avoid a fate similar to its predecessor, the Future Forward Party, which was dissolved in 2020. He criticised…
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Srettha vows better governance amid sliding popularity in new poll
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin pledged to enhance the government’s performance following a recent opinion poll indicating a decline in his popularity and that of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, now trailing behind their main political rivals. The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) conducted a quarterly poll revealing that the popularity of the Thai premier and Pheu Thai has decreased,…
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Thunderstorms to hit 32 provinces, Bangkok faces 40% rainfall
Weather forecasts indicate thunderstorms across 32 provinces today, with Bangkok expected to experience rainfall covering 40% of the area. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warns of potential dangers, with sea waves exceeding 1 metre in some regions. The TMD forecasted the weather for the next 24 hours with a moderate southwesterly monsoon currently affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and…
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Fire under Ramkamhaeng Airport Rail Link Station under control
A ferocious fire broke out at a house and stalls under the Ramkhamhaeng Airport Rail Link Station in Bangkok at around 4.30am today. The situation is under control, no deaths or injuries were reported and train services resumed at 8.30am, today, July 1. Praram Radio Centre 199 received a report of the blaze at about 4.30am. The fire reportedly started…
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26 drug addicts escape Krabi rehab, 11 recaptured by police
Royal Thai Police (RTP) reported yesterday that 26 recovering drug addicts escaped from a rehabilitation foundation in Mueang, Krabi. The group allegedly stole a long-tail boat to make their way to Mueang Krabi, with some escapees later seen walking along Hemthanon Road. After nearly an hour, police managed to capture 11 of the escapees. The police negotiated with the 11…
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Elephant riders rescue tourists in deep water after rafting mishap
A group of tourists found themselves in a perilous situation when their raft capsized in a raging river in Chiang Mai province yesterday. Swift action by a team of elephant riders ensured their safe rescue. The incident occurred when a sudden strong current overturned the tourists’ raft, leaving them stranded in the middle of the river. Clinging desperately to the…
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Pattaya burglar caught red-handed, faces fury of locals
A suspected burglar faced the wrath of angry residents in Pattaya after being caught attempting another break-in early this morning. The incident occurred today, July 1, at a villa village on Soi Thappraya 15, within the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The alleged repeat offender, Thanapat Sangjamrang, was detained by the villagers before being handed over to…
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Car bomb near Yala police flat kills one, injures several (video)
A car bomb detonated near a police flat in Bannang Sata, Yala, causing multiple injuries and one fatality. The explosion occurred around 10.30am today, close to the district office and only a few hundred metres from the local police station. The powerful blast happened in front of the police officers’ residential building, situated within the Bannang Sata Municipality. Initial reports…
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Heavy rainfall disrupts flights and floods Phuket (video)
Heavy rainfall in Phuket disrupted flights and caused widespread flooding across the tourist island province. Starting at 7am, today, June 30, persistent rain forced the diversion of around 10 inbound flights to other airports, including Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi, Krabi, Langkawi, Penang, and Surat Thani. The heavy downpour reduced visibility, making it impossible for pilots to see the runway, according to…
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Thailand seeks UNESCO recognition for Tom Yum Kung & Kebaya dress
The Government of Thailand is pushing to have Tom Yum Kung soup and the Kebaya dress registered as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. The Ministry of Culture is accelerating plans to promote Thailand’s soft power on the international stage. The Ministry of Culture is promoting two of Thailand’s cultural heritages this year: Tom Yum Kung soup and the Kebaya dress.…
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Northeast plans NEC to boost economy at mobile Cabinet meeting
Private sector representatives in the northeast are set to present a series of economic stimulation projects, including the establishment of the Northeastern Economic Corridor (NEC), during the mobile Cabinet meeting in Nakhon Ratchasima on July 2. Hatsadin Suwattanapongchet, Secretary of the Northeastern Industrial Federations, announced that the NEC, traversing Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, and Nong Khai, will emulate…
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EC clarifies Senate candidacy rules amid fraud allegations
The Election Commission (EC) has clarified that registering in incorrect professional groups is not necessarily an offence unless there is an intent to deceive officials and the public during the Senate election. This statement was made by EC Secretary-General Sawaeng Boonmee on Facebook yesterday. The EC has faced significant scrutiny following the conclusion of the national Senate contest in Bangkok…
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Thailand braces for heavy rain across 35 provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning for 35 provinces across Thailand, advising residents to brace for continuous heavy rainfall. Bangkok is expected to experience intense showers covering 60% of the area. Citizens are urged to be cautious of accumulated rainfall and potential hazards. The sea is reported to have waves exceeding 2 metres. The TMD forecasts weather…
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Mother and son drown after motorcycle plunges into canal
A tragic accident occurred when a motorcycle with a sidecar plunged into a canal, resulting in the drowning deaths of a mother and her son. The police are investigating the exact cause of the incident. The accident happened at 12.10am today, June 30, when Police Lieutenant Piyanat Boonchan with the Wangkhu Police Station, was informed about a motorcycle falling into…
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Thailand aims for US$30 billion bilateral trade with Malaysia
The government is set to participate in the Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting with Malaysia on July 4, aiming to enhance bilateral trade to US$30 billion by 2025. Chotima Iemsawasdikul, Director-General of the Trade Negotiations Department, announced that Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai will attend the third JTC meeting between Thailand and Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur. This will be Thailand’s inaugural…
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Couple finds matching lucky numbers at Kham Chanod Island
A couple visited Kham Chanod Island to offer thanks after their wishes were granted twice, with surprising results as the incense and candle numbers matched. Reporters from Kham Chanod Island, the land of King Naga Sri Sutho and Queen Sri Pathum, reported that tourists flocked to the sacred site in Non Mueang, Ban Muang Subdistrict, Ban Dung District, Udon Thani…
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House collapses into Mae Klong River, owner narrowly escapes
A house collapsed into the Mae Klong River, causing a severe scare for neighbouring residents. The homeowner narrowly escaped being crushed by the debris, and a quick response prevented potential electrical hazards. Rescue workers from the Sawang Benjatham Samut Songkhram Foundation were alerted to the incident at 7pm yesterday. A single-storey wooden house located on Phet Samut Road in Mae…
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UFO sighting over Prachinburi pond sparks local curiosity
A former MP candidate claims to have witnessed a large UFO over a pond in Prachinburi’s Prachinwanarom Park, describing it as a recurring phenomenon. She believes the UFO visits to extract energy and has linked it to lucky lottery numbers. Yesterday, June 29, a video was posted showing a large, soft blue light moving upwards in the night sky over…
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