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Mysterious deaths of eight buffaloes spark health concerns in Korat
Nakhon Ratchasima residents were alarmed to hear about the mysterious death of eight buffaloes and the critical condition of three others, sparking fears of a potential outbreak of zoonotic disease. The district livestock officials have been urgently dispatched to investigate the situation and warn farmers to exercise caution. A post made on social media shared a warning which garnered significant…
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Lottery players anticipate lucky numbers for July 1 draw
Lottery enthusiasts eagerly await the Chinese calendar’s lucky numbers for the lottery draw on Monday, July 1. With four versions of the calendar in circulation, fans are keen to discover the winning numbers that may bring them a fortune. In the run-up to Monday’s lottery draw, experts and enthusiasts alike are on the hunt for auspicious numbers. The focus this…
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Betting blitz: Cyber cops score big, seize 40m baht from online sites
Cyber police apprehended two online football betting and gambling websites, seizing assets worth over 40 million baht and arresting ten suspects, with memberships exceeding 12,000 individuals and a cash flow nearing 100 million baht. At 10am yesterday, cyber police officials, led by Worawat Watnakornbancha held a press conference detailing the successful capture of two online gambling networks. The operation resulted…
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Police hunt woman who stole gold amulet and 600 baht in Patong
A woman is being sought by police in Patong for stealing a gold amulet and 600 baht from a smoothie shop early today. Patong police responded to the incident on Sawasdirak Road at 10.50am today after the shop owner, known as Aum, reported the theft. She had closed her shop at 2.30am and found the items missing when she returned…
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Stormy seas: Banglamung battered, 30 homes left in ruins
A fierce storm with towering waves wreaked havoc on the seafront of Banglamung on Tuesday, June 25, leaving over 30 homes in ruins. The next day, Mayor Jarewat Chinawat led a team of engineers to survey the catastrophic damage caused by severe seawater erosion. Upon inspection, the team found varying levels of destruction. Some homes had their foundations severely eroded,…
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Thai woman admits 90 million baht lottery win was a scam
A Thai woman from Nakhon Phanom stirred controversy this week by claiming she scooped a whopping 90 million baht on the lottery with 15 winning tickets drawn on December 30, 2022. The woman, Pa Porn Premmanee, a medium from Nam Kam in the That Phanom district, initially alleged that she had not yet received the full prize money. This claim…
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Thailand health authorities warn about rising RSV infections among children
As the rainy season approaches, the Department of Disease Control is issuing a warning to parents to be on high alert for respiratory illnesses in young children, particularly those caused by the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). This virus is a significant concern for children aged 0-2 years, who are especially vulnerable to severe illness during this time of year. Rising…
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Chinese woman arrested for 150 million baht Ponzi scheme
A Chinese woman involved in a Ponzi scheme that caused over 150 million baht in damages to victims has been arrested at a condominium in Pattaya, Chon Buri province. According to Deputy Chief of the Immigration Bureau (IB), Police Major General Panthana Nuchanart, the 24 year old scammer, identified only as Hu, was apprehended by immigration police at a condominium…
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Pattaya club chaos: Manager stabbed by bartender
A tragedy was narrowly avoided at a newly opened club in South Pattaya when the manager was stabbed by a bartender. Pattaya City police officers responded to the assault report at 4.06am yesterday, June 27, finding 48 year old Peerasak Saeng-arun with a severe stab wound to his torso. Rescuers provided first aid before rushing him to a nearby hospital…
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Woman dies after being struck at ATM by delivery truck in Buriram
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 41 year old woman from Mueang District, Buriram, when she was struck by a delivery truck while transferring money at an ATM. The incident occurred at 10pm on Wednesday, June 26, on Phutthamonthon Sai 5 Road, in front of Seree Market, Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom. The delivery truck driver has been…
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Residents reclaim ancient stone castles in Nakhon Ratchasima
Residents in Nakhon Ratchasima have achieved a significant milestone in their campaign to reclaim ancient castles after a local temple built a structure over a treasured historic site. Demolition notices issued by the Supreme Administrative Court. The dispute began when residents discovered that the monks at Wat Khok Prasat had constructed a Dharma practice hall over the ancient ruins of…
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Thailand to host major Pride events in Koh Samui and Bangkok
Thailand is gearing up for two major events to mark the conclusion of Pride Month in 2024. The celebrations will take place on Koh Samui in Surat Thani Province and Bangkok, with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin set to inaugurate the events. Deputy Government spokesperson Radklao Inthawong Suwannakiri invited both Thai residents and international visitors to join in the grand finale…
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Man previously mauled by bear returns for illegal agarwood harvest
Nakhon Ratchasima National Park officers apprehended a man deep within Khao Yai National Park for illicitly harvesting agarwood. The man, previously mauled by a bear, was caught with 5 kilogrammes of the valuable wood, worth approximately 80,000 baht, and tools used for extraction. Khao Yai National Park chief Chaiya Huaihongthong received a report from the conservation and wildfire control unit…
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Fare cut: Bangkok train rides slashed to just 20 baht
The Transport Ministry announced that commuters on Bangkok’s Blue, Yellow, and Pink electric train lines will pay a maximum fare of 20 baht by June 2025. Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit, who also serves as Deputy Prime Minister, revealed the progress of the government’s initiative to implement this fare cap on all electric train routes in the capital by September next…
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Former rock band member victim to relentless online scam efforts
A member of a famous 90s Thai rock band known as Fly, fell victim to an online scam when a fraudster tricked him into providing his one-time password (OTP) code, hacked his Facebook account, and then proceeded to ask for money from his family and friends. Chaiyakorn Duangwong filed the complaint at the Sai Noi Police Station in Nonthaburi, accompanied…
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BLACKPINK Lisa’s ‘Rockstar’ hits two million views (video)
Lisa from BLACKPINK took the Internet and social media by storm with her latest release, Rockstar, which surpassed two million views within just an hour of its debut. This marks the Thai star’s first solo project since establishing her own company, LLOUD Co. Thai netizens were glued to their screens as Lisa’s highly anticipated video dropped at 7am today on…
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Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier cleanup unveils stunning new look
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s recent visit sparked a major makeover at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. The seaside hotspot, famous for its bustling activity, is undergoing a massive transformation that promises to leave locals and tourists in awe. Following the Thai premier’s directive, an army of sanitation and waste management officers from the Pattaya City Environment Department, along with other…
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Nakhon Ratchasima faces water shortage as rainy season begins
Nakhon Ratchasima faces a severe water shortage crisis just as the skies open for Thailand’s rainy season, with water reserves for the province’s water supply at a critical 34%. Lam Chae Dam, one of the key reservoirs, currently reports no new water inflows. Farmers in the area downstream of Lam Chae Dam, one of the four main dams in Nakhon…
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Thai Airways teams up with Amadeus for a major tech overhaul
Thai Airways (THAI) renewed and expanded its distribution agreement with tech giant Amadeus. This strategic partnership aims to deliver a seamless and personalised travel experience, both online and on mobile platforms. THAI will enhance its website and mobile booking channels, ensuring a smoother and more intuitive journey for passengers. Nuthaphol Amawatana, THAI’s head of pricing and revenue management stated that…
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PDRC leader Suthep Thaugsuban’s jail time drastically reduced
The Appeals Court upheld the convictions of key People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) leaders, including Suthep Thaugsuban, but significantly reduced their prison sentences. Suthep Thaugsuban and Thavorn Senniam, initially handed hefty sentences by the Criminal Court, saw their prison terms cut to just one year each. Sawat Charoenphol, Suthep’s lawyer, stated that the Appeals Court made this decision without providing…
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Fire sparks chaos: Lithium battery turns van to ashes in Chon Buri
A fire broke out from a lithium battery, causing a van in Chon Buri to burn to cinders. The driver, noticing a burning smell, quickly pulled over and escaped. Police are set to investigate the cause. A dramatic incident unfolded last night, June 27, when a white Toyota Commuter van caught fire on Suk Prayoon Road in Nong Tamlueng, Phan…
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Weight watching: Minister targets overloaded lorries and bribery
Thailand’s transport ministry pledged stricter enforcement against overloaded lorries and aims to eliminate highway-related bribery in a move to enhance road safety. The minister directed the Department of Highways (DoH) and the Department of Rural Roads (DRR) to utilise new technologies to enhance the detection of overloaded vehicles and to take serious legal action against violators. Overloaded lorries contribute significantly…
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Python surprise: Slippery situation at Phang Nga Police Station
A large python was found in the engine compartment of a confiscated pickup truck at the Thap Put Police Station in Phang Nga, causing quite a commotion. Police officers managed to safely extract the snake after a resident discovered it and reported the incident. The discovery of a sizable python in a confiscated Isuzu pickup truck disrupted the routine training…
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Calls to include lese majeste offences in new amnesty bill
Two political organisations urged the special House committee to include violations of Section 112 of the Criminal Code, known as the lese majeste law, in the new amnesty bill proposals. They urged that parties are opposed to the coup orchestrators, rather than the monarchy itself. The Peace and Harmony Organisation and June 24 Democracy groups jointly submitted their petition to…
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EGCO boosts investment to expand power capacity by 1,000MW
Electricity Generating Plc (EGCO), part of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) plans to boost its investment budget this year to acquire more assets, aiming to add 1,000 megawatts (MW) of new power generation capacity each year. The company has already added 370MW from operational power plants, leaving an additional 630MW needed to hit its target. As of yesterday,…
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Credit crunch: Phuket bank manager’s pickup truck mishap
A bank credit manager crashed his pickup truck into the back of a parked trailer in Phuket, causing significant damage. Police promptly investigated the scene. The trailer driver reported hearing a loud noise around 5.40am today, June 28. Police Captain Aphairat In-iad from the Phuket City Police Station received the accident report. The crash happened in front of a petrol…
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Thailand tourism spending to miss 1.2tn baht target, rising costs
Thailand’s domestic tourism spending is projected to fall short of the government’s ambitious target of 1.2 trillion baht amid economic concerns and rising travel costs, as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) indicates. TAT Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing, Somradee Chitchong, expressed confidence that domestic trips would reach 210 million this year, surpassing the initial target of 200 million. Despite…
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Senate election fraud claims spark call for investigation
Election manipulation allegations have surfaced in the recent Senate race, with claims that some candidates were favoured through collusion. Senator-elect Nanthana Nanthawarophas, representing a media professional group, stated that over 100 losing candidates intend to file a complaint with the Election Commission (EC), urging an investigation into suspected vote rigging. Nanthana highlighted that the top seven candidates with the highest…
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Thaksin sues Warong for 100 million baht over bribery defamation
Thaksin Shinawatra initiated a lawsuit against Thai Pakdee Party leader Warong Dechgitvigrom, demanding 100 million baht for alleged defamation related to a 2-billion-baht bribe accusation. Thaksin’s lawyer, Winyat Chartmontree, filed the suit yesterday, June 27, following Warong’s comments on social media and during a rally near Government House. Warong’s remarks, though not directly naming Thaksin, strongly implied his involvement in…
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Stormy skies ahead: Thailand’s TMD issues heavy rain alert
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a weather warning for 36 provinces, forecasting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall with Bangkok experiencing the heaviest rainfall, affecting 60% of the area. The TMD predicts weather conditions for the next 24 hours, highlighting the impact of the southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, combined with a low-pressure…
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