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Words as ammunition: Bhumjaithai Party MP demands ‘shooting’ law for people insulting Thai monarchy
Controversial Bhumjaithai Party Deputy Leader Chada Thaiseth yesterday demanded a new law be introduced to shoot people who insult the Thai monarchy. The 62 year old MP believes Thai people should be allowed to turn vigilante and shoot people who criticise the monarchy without consequence. Chada made the shocking announcement in Parliament after Pita Limjaornerat, the leader of the Move…
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Exemplary Thai teacher arrested for fraud, duping victims with fake accommodation offers
In an intriguing turn of events, a former eminent Thai language teacher from a reputable school in Bangkok, who was a No.1 honour graduate from a prestigious university and recipient of the ‘Exemplary Thai Language Teacher of the Year’ award in 2017, has been accused of deceptively renting accommodation. It transpires that the fraudulent accommodation offerings were purportedly for big…
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Delivery driver charged after crashing into Phuket Heroines Monument
In a recent incident, police charged a 21 year old delivery pickup truck driver who crashed into the steel protection barrier installed around the illustrious Heroines Monument in Phuket. The accident occurred early today, and officers have now levelled charges on the driver for the perilous operation of the vehicle, leading to significant governmental property damage. Local police, led by…
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Unearthed secrets: Alleged infant skeleton sends chills through Chon Buri community
The discovery of an alleged infant skeleton in the wooded outskirts of Banglamung, near Huay Yai, sent chills through the bones of residents in Chon Buri. The unsettling find was reported to the local police on Wednesday, July 12 and soon, the area was flooded with officers and curious residents watching the scene unfold from the sidelines. Nestled by the…
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Grain of suspicion: Thai woman found lifeless in rice field, boyfriend’s alleged suicide note points to murder
The lifeless body of a Thai woman was discovered in a rice field located in the northeastern province of Amnart Charoen. Police suspect that her boyfriend, who they believe also left a suicide note at the scene, is responsible for her murder. A local, 29 year old Jittapon Khampaeng, yesterday recounted the distressed discovery of the woman’s dead body to…
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Pattaya locals cry out for relief from disruptive foreign youth on loud motorcycles
A neighbourhood in South Pattaya has been troubled by disruptive all-night-long antics from a group of Arab youths on loud motorcycles. Residents have called on the police to take action. Residents living at Soi VC Hotel and Soi Yensabaai, Nong Prue sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, registered grievances about a group of foreign nationals causing unrest with loud…
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The ‘forward’ march: Devoted MFP supporters unite in Phuket to back Pita Limjaroenrat’s PM bid
About 30 Move Forward Party (MFP) supporters yesterday gathered at the iconic Mingmongkol Statue in Queen Sirikit Park to offer their unwavering support for MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat and the prime ministerial candidate. The event transpired following Pita’s unfortunate denial of the coveted prime ministerial position in a combined voting session involving both the House of Representatives and Senate. Despite…
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Dazed son found in Uthai Thani after bizarre dragon fruit incident
Reports yesterday emerged of a bewildering vanishment and an unforeseen rescue from Uthai Thani province. A 58 year old man made contact with local rescue authorities to inform them that his 29 year old son had gone missing in their village in Thong Luang, Huay Khot district, Uthai Thani. The missing man’s father, Boonthum, relayed what transpired before Vichit’s sudden…
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Chon Buri woman rescued after falling from popular Ban Suan bridge
A woman was rescued after falling from a new bridge in the seaside town of Ban Suan in Chon Buri province. The incident occurred yesterday evening when local municipal officers were notified that a woman had fallen off the new bridge in the main city district. The rescue team launched a drone to trace the woman and found her sitting in…
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ASEAN discussions: Ministers struggle to find Myanmar crisis resolution, Thailand charts own course
In the pursuit of calming the chaos ensuing in Myanmar, yesterday foreign ministers of the ASEAN nations carried on their discussions. These continued ASEAN discussions follow the conclusion of the bloc’s ministerial summit held previously. Myanmar has been subjected to detrimental turbulence since the military coup took control of the government that was previously led by Aung San Suu Kyi,…
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The “web” of deceit: Wanted gambling kingpin caught at Don Mueang Airport
A wanted figure connected with a high-profile web gambling case involving a staggering 140 million baht was apprehended at Don Mueang Airport after arriving from Singapore. The 38 year old man, firm in his denial of all charges, has been detained for further investigation. Just past 1.30am on Wednesday, at Don Mueang Airport, a specialised unit from the Immigration Checkpoint 2…
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Heavy rain alert: Monsoon threat prompts flood and runoff warnings across Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department issued an alert for heavy to very heavy rain, as a strong monsoon poses risks of sudden flooding and forest runoff across southern regions. Waves in the seas are predicted to reach heights of 2 to 3 metres today. The alert was raised due to a strong monsoon trough that will pass through the northern, northeastern,…
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Bangkok councillor urges BMA to overhaul special needs education system
In a recent development yesterday, Surajit Pongsingwittaya, a councillor for the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok, put forward a proposal for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) council to enhance the education system. The reservation emphasised the need for tailoring it to accommodate and support children who have special needs. Surajit, a representative from Pheu Thai Party for the said district,…
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Glue-sniffing man causes havoc at Surin Market, demanding money from traders
In an alarming series of local events, a man known only by the alias Jay has reportedly been terrorising a local market in Surin, Thailand. He was allegedly found under the influence of glue, soliciting money from passersby, and chastising those who refused. His repetitive behaviour has touched the nerves of the locals, resulting in multiple reports to the authorities. The…
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Child abuse: Stepfather accused of sexually assaulting 10 year old girl, another villager suspected
In a disturbing incident, a stepfather is under scrutiny for allegedly committing multiple acts of sexual assault against his 10 year old daughter in the Phanom Sarakham District of Chachoengsao Province. The concerned mother discovered the abusive incidents yesterday, prompted by unsettling signs and changes in her daughter’s behaviour. Initially, the daughter remained silent, primarily due to the threats made…
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Election letdown: MFP leader falls short of prime ministerial votes in Thai race
Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP) and the top vote-getter in the General Election 2023, fell short of securing enough votes from the members of Parliament and senators to become the Thai Prime Minister. Despite obtaining 323 votes, Pita failed to reach the required threshold of 375 votes. The newly elected President of Parliament, Wan Muhamad…
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Bloody accident on Asia Highway: Fortune teller killed
A tragic accident occurred midday yesterday in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, resulting in the death of a 61 year old fortune teller. En route to visit both her daughter and ailing mother in Bangkok, her motorbike taxi was struck by an 18-wheel truck whilst crossing between parallel lanes. According to the investigating officer, Chaiwat Tiphsotti, the accident happened on…
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Dead body of naked Thai woman found in southern Thailand
The dead body of a naked Thai woman has been found in a forest in the southern province of Nakhon Si Tammarat last night. The cause of her death is under investigation. Officers from the Kanom Police Station, and a rescue team, last night investigated the forest near the JB Beach in the Kanom district of Nakhon Si Thammarat. Officers…
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Cyber patrol corners notorious online fraudster who caused 2 million baht losses
A cyber patrol unit successfully arrested an infamous online fraudster, a 32 year old woman from Roi Et province. The joint investigation yesterday tracked her down, resulting in her arrest under several warrants from different provinces. Her modus operandi was primarily carrying out fraudulent activities online, causing significant distress and loss to innocent social media users. The alleged fraudulent actions…
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Racket restriction: Thai senators and EC officers ‘served’ ban from Thailand badminton court
A badminton court in northern Thailand announced on its official Facebook page that Thai senators and Election Commission (EC) officers and their family members are banned from visiting or playing on the premises. The Panda Arena badminton centre, in the northern province of Uttaradit, announced on Facebook… “Our badminton court does not allow senators and EC authorities, along with their…
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Thai ‘Dark Side Club’ operator nabbed for gambling promotions and explicit content
The administrator of the secretive ‘Dark Side Club‘ on the platform VK, has been arrested for sharing explicit content and promoting online gambling. He confessed to operating for several years, having earned up to 100,000 baht (US$2,892) per month at its peak. The arrest was conducted today by an esteemed team of Royal Thai Police (RTP) officers. RTP officers, armed…
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Social media plea: Thai women entangled in Myanmar prostitution ‘web’ seeks rescue
A Thai woman reached out to a local news Facebook page for help after she and three other women were lured into prostitution in Myanmar NinJa ToDay posted a video of a woman showing her Thai identification card and crying for help. She stated in the video… “I am from the Isaan province of Ubon Ratchathani. I and three friends…
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Thai teen lies in coma after alleged police shooting: Family seeks justice
The relatives of a 14 year old boy are seeking justice after he was allegedly shot in the head by a police officer in Phetchabun province, Thailand. Together with a social justice advocate, the boy’s aunt, 56 year old Monnat Pa Kaew, and his mother, 40 year old Eum Phon Somsri, reported the case to the Central Investigative Bureau today. The…
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Woman’s fall from third floor meets ‘slippery’ rescue on banana tree in Thailand
A young woman from Phayao province fell from the third floor of an apartment building in Chon Buri province and landed on a banana tree. The incident took place at Soi Chaiyaporn Withee 7 in Bang Lamung district around 12.20am today. The surrounding villagers and the apartment owner quickly reported the event to the local rescue centre in Pattaya City,…
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Cop’s alleged mistress cries foul: Betrayed and financially ‘cuffed’ by high-ranking officer
The alleged mistress of a high-ranking police officer filed a complaint with the Royal Thai Police (RTP) claiming that she was betrayed by her lover who did not provide the financial support he promised. She also accused him of embezzling the RTP budget for personal gain. The mistress, named A, yesterday, July 12, visited the RTP Office in Bangkok to…
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Close call: Young boys narrowly escape watery fate in Phuket
Phuket witnessed a distressing incident on Soi Naya, Nai Harn, in which two young boys narrowly escaped death by drowning. The incident, which occurred yesterday, resulted in the rushed transfer of the children to Chalong Hospital for immediate medical attention. The call for assistance reached local rescue units at around 4.32pm. Verifying the distressful event was Rawai Mayor Aroon Solos,…
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Thai private sector braced for impact amid political unrest and government delays
Protests and potential political instability are causing growing unease within Thailand‘s private sector, chiefly due to the impact of delays in forming the country’s new government. The possible effects are multifaceted, potentially touching areas such as new investments and the tourism industry. The Thai Chamber of Commerce’s vice-chairman, Poj Aramwattananont, expressed concern yesterday in light of recent moves by the…
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Pakistani family defends accused in high-profile German businessman murder
The family of the Pakistani man, arrested yesterday for his involvement in the murder of the German businessman Hans Peter Mack, say he is innocent. The family of the arrested man, Sahruk Kareem Uddin, pointed the finger of blame towards another suspect, a German woman, Petra Christl Grundgreif. They accused Grundgrief of tricking him into the plot to murder the…
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Bangkok’s Luang Phaeng road collapse spurs urgent motion for improved oversight
A discussion unfolded in the House of Representatives yesterday, centred on an urgent motion following the catastrophic collapse of an under-construction elevated road on Luang Phaeng Road the evening before. The motion was brought forth by Theerarat Samrejvanich of the Pheu Thai Party, a representative for Bangkok. During the meeting, Theerarat asked for cooperation from agencies associated with the project…
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Monsoon warning for 46 Thai provinces: Rainfall, thunderstorms, and choppy seas
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning today of a southwest monsoon causing thunderstorms throughout the country. The alert specified significant rainfall projected across 46 provinces, both north and south, covering 40% of the country’s north and south. The population should be vigilant due to the inherent danger at this time. The southwest monsoon now covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand,…
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