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Thailand has a strong healthcare system with both public and private options. Public hospitals offer affordable care, but many people, including expats, choose private health insurance for faster service, modern facilities, and more treatment choices. To decide if private health...
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Thai ambassador advises workers to delay return to Israel amidst conflict
The ambassador of Thailand to Israel, Pannabha Chandraramya, advised Thai workers who have recently returned from Israel to refrain from going back due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. She updated on the situation during a meeting involving 97 of the nation’s high-ranking overseas representatives at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Pannabha suggested that those who had returned…
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Thai Interior Ministry to launch nationwide crackdown on influential figures
The nationwide crackdown on influential figures, orchestrated by Thailand’s Interior Ministry, is set to kick off on December 1, confirmed Deputy Interior Minister, Chada Thaiseth. The operation, a collaborative effort between numerous authorities, including provincial administrative organisations, subdistrict administrative organisations, law enforcement and armed forces, is aimed at scrutinising and disbanding networks of these influential figures. A comprehensive list of…
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Phuket officials accused of extorting Thai women and their foreign husbands
Multiple Thai women accused officials at district offices in Phuket of extorting money from them and their foreign husbands. The alleged malpractice involves overcharging them between 3,000 to 8,000 baht for marriage certificates, a substantial increase from the standard 200 baht fee. These complaints were brought to the attention of a Facebook news page called Phuket Info Centre, whose administrator…
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Thailand and Sri Lanka set to finalise free trade agreement by year’s end
Thailand and Sri Lanka are on track to finalise a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) by the close of this year. The chief of trade negotiations has indicated that the signing of the agreement is expected by early February next year. Chotima Iemsawasdikul, the director-general of the Trade Negotiations Department, disclosed that Thai and Sri Lankan officials are set to…
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Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement offers hope for Thai hostages
The Israeli–Gaza war took an unexpected turn as Israel and Hamas agreed to swap hostages for prisoners. This development has brought a glimmer of hope for the Thai workers who were held hostage during the conflict. As per the information received by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the ceasefire agreement between the two battling factions is likely to facilitate the release…
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Shocking family tragedy in Songkhla: husband kills wife and child, then himself
A man, driven by obsession, took his own life after fatally shooting his wife and one of their daughters in Songkhla Province. This tragic event occurred yesterday at 5.09pm at house number 57, Moo 12, Kao Rak Kiart village, Kamphaeng Phet Subdistrict, Rattaphum District. The report was received by Police Captain Surachet Suwannoppamat, the station chief of Rattaphum Police Station, who…
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Thailand’s interior minister halts gun license issuance for a year
A halt on issuing gun licenses for a year has been authorised by Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul as part of an effort to reduce gun violence, announced Traisuree Taisaranakul, secretary to the interior minister. The directive, referred to as Por 12, adheres to the Firearms, Ammunition, Explosive, Fireworks, and Imitation Firearms Act, she added. The instruction is now on its…
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Local gambling operator in Don Mueang sentenced to four months detention
Don Mueang District Court sentenced a local gambling operator to four months in prison, converting the sentence to detention instead. The gamblers involved received individual penalties of 15-day imprisonment and a 2,000 baht fine but were granted bail awaiting the court’s final judgement. This verdict was delivered yesterday at Don Mueang District Court. The court considered the case where the…
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AIS Fibre and 3BB unite to boost Thailand’s home Internet industry
AIS Fibre and 3BB have merged their strengths to supercharge the future under the name, AIS – 3BB Fibre 3. This union aims to uplift the home Internet industry in Thailand, supporting sustainable national growth. The idea is to combine for a better life and boost your brighter future by connecting all applications with a fibre network and superior innovations…
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Wat Suan Kaew’s head monk offers ‘face down’ charms for 10 baht
The head monk of Wat Suan Kaew, Bang Len subdistrict, Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi, is distributing face down charms to remind Buddhists to use morality, concentration, and wisdom in their battle against greed, anger, and delusion. The charms are available to the public participating in merit-making at the temple or for a donation of 10 baht each to share with…
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Unveiling the true story of the first Thanksgiving
The annual American holiday of Thanksgiving falls on November 23 (tomorrow) this year, marking the day when early settlers in America celebrated their survival almost 400 years ago with the assistance of divine intervention. Historians continue to investigate the events of the first Thanksgiving, which took place in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The location is now home to a thriving historical museum,…
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Central Thailand: Former officer arrested for 700,000 baht embezzlement from disability fund
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) today arrested a former financial and accounting officer for embezzling over 700,000 baht from a fund dedicated to improving and developing the lives of disabled people. The individual in question, identified as Wilaiporn (surname withheld), has been accused of corruption and misconduct under section 1 of the Criminal…
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Northern Thailand: Gate to Heaven stirs debate due to similarity to Bali temple
A recent opening of a new tourist spot in Nan province, Thailand, named Gate to Heaven sparked widespread criticism for its striking resemblance to the famous Lempuyang Temple in Bali, Indonesia. The site’s replication of the iconic Lepuyang Temple ignited a heated online debate about cultural appropriation and originality in tourism. The Gate to Heaven became a trending topic on…
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BMW super-bike and local motorcyclist’s high-speed collision results in 400,000 baht repair bill
A high-speed collision between a BMW super-bike and a local motorcyclist resulted in a massive repair bill. The accident, which was captured and shared on TikTok by the user @aof_823, occurred yesterday. The super-bike rider, who was held responsible for the crash by the police, was given a repair estimate of 400,000 baht by the BMW service centre. The video…
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Northeast Thailand: Teenager fatally shot after Carabao concert at Surin Elephant Festival
A 17 year old teenager was fatally shot during a violent confrontation at the Surin Elephant Festival today, following Thai rock band Carabao’s last concert at the festival. The annual event, which attracted over 20,000 spectators, took place at the Srinagarind Stadium in Surin, Thailand. Tensions escalated after midnight as groups of teenagers began to leave the venue. A heated…
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Thai woman mysteriously disappears for week in southern Thailand
The family of a Thai woman who mysteriously disappeared over a week ago turned to a news agency to help find her. The family lost contact with her after she got into a car with two women outside Suratthani Rajabhat University in the southern province of Surat Thani on November 13. Channel 3 reported that the family urged the news…
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Bangkok’s transit bombshell: BTSC to back 20 baht train rides but at what cost?
Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC) is poised to back the government‘s bold move to limit train fares to a mere 20 baht on the city’s suburban rail network. However, there is a catch. BTSC CEO Keeree Kanjanapas revealed yesterday that this support comes with a crucial condition – the government must engage in talks with train operators to…
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Infant death shrouded in mystery shocks family in Chanthaburi
The sudden and mysterious death of a four month old infant has shaken a family and a neighbourhood in Chanthaburi, Thailand. The baby, found lifeless in the arms of his 32 year old mother, Ka-na, at their home, sparked an immediate police investigation due to its unnatural occurrence. The family’s single-storey concrete house, situated on the edge of Kong Kang…
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Chiang Mai: DSI arrests woman in high-profile online gambling case
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) arrested a woman in connection with a high-profile online gambling case. The DSI today targeted a skincare clinic in the heart of Chiang Mai and apprehended Sasithon (surname withheld), who is linked with the bank account advertised on the online gambling website of the renowned AK47XXX network. The AK47XXX network is owned by the…
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Counterfeit money scam shocks Thailand’s mobile top-up kiosk operators
A video circulating on social media platforms showing a successful mobile top-up using counterfeit money has rocked Thailand. The clip, posted on the Facebook page Want to Be Famous, will arrange it, Retrine part 6, has triggered concerns among kiosk operators offering top-up services. A 71 year old shopkeeper, known as Uncle Lek, from Moo 6, Saohonghin sub-district, Bangyai district,…
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Chinese begging gang suspect in Thailand nabbed after tip-off
A man suspected to be part of a Chinese begging gang was pursued by Social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet following a tip-off. The suspect, who was spotted begging at a local market around 10am today, in the jurisdiction of Jorrake Noi Police Station, is one of many believed to be taking advantage of the free visa period for Chinese…
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Northeast Thailand: Knife-wielding man causes chaos at school in Khon Kaen
A shocking incident occurred at a school in Khon Kaen when a mentally disturbed man wielding a knife chased teachers and students around the flagpole, leading to injuries. The man was later apprehended by the police. The incident took place at 8.30am, at Ban Namphu Hin Lat School in Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum province. The man, identified as 37 year old…
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Elderly man lands job at Thai restaurant, inspiring netizens
A 70 year old man found employment at a local Sukiyaki restaurant, Charoen Thai Sukiyaki Soi 4, despite his advanced age. This generous act by the restaurant’s owner sparked widespread admiration online, as it provides a lifeline for the elderly man who is the sole provider for his ageing mother. The restaurant’s owner, known as Soh Pu, revealed that the…
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Thai husband denies cheating and assaulting wife after lottery win
A Thai man defended himself after his wife accused him of cheating and physically assaulting her after winning 12 million baht in the Thai Government lottery. The 26 year old Thai woman, Janya Jai-ngam, yesterday, November 21, urged news agencies to share her story with the public and help her in a legal case against her 45 year old husband,…
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Beauty blunder: Victims demand beauty clinic take responsibility for surgery failures
A Thai woman urged a beauty clinic in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, to take responsibility for the surgical mishaps that resulted in her developing gangrene and a forehead infection. Additionally, at least six others have also suffered adverse effects from procedures performed at the same clinic. The 32 year old victim reported the matter to the Consumer Protection Crime Suppression Division…
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Lam Chae reservoir: Halting off-season rice cultivation for water relief
The water crisis at Lam Chae reservoir in Nakhon Ratchasima has eased, with local authorities rushing to reserve water for the upcoming dry season. They have ceased water release and urged local farmers to halt off-season rice cultivation due to the reservoir’s water level being just half of its capacity. Lam Chae reservoir in Khro Buri district, Nakhon Ratchasima, is…
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Consumer groups challenge proposed electricity tariff rise
Consumer advocacy groups have opposed the proposed increase in electricity tariffs and have asked the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to review all data used to calculate the Fuel Adjustment Charge (Ft) to ensure fairness to the public. According to Prasart Meetem, the Chair of the Committee on Public Services, Energy and Environment of the Consumer Council, the estimated Ft charge…
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Thai man shot dead by stray bullet while riding motorcycle near Bangkok
A Thai man lost his life to a stray bullet while riding a motorcycle on a road in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok. The gunman was later arrested and admitted that the shot missed his original target, a rival truck driver. The 24 year old victim, Suppakorn, was shot in the head at around 7pm yesterday, November 21. The shooting…
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Central Pattana Plc launches Black Friday 2023 #shocksales
Black Friday 2023 #shocksales is set to be launched by Central Pattana Plc, an entity responsible for the operation of 38 malls across the country and The Esplanade. Spanning three days, the major shopping extravaganza provides shoppers with numerous promotional opportunities mirroring the Black Friday sales in the United States, a customary retail period that follows Thanksgiving and marks the…
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Update: Mastermind behind fatal shooting of Thai student and teacher apprehended
Police apprehended the mastermind behind the fatal shooting of 19 year old university student Thanasorn, known as Nong Yod, and his teacher, Sirida Sinprasert, better known as Teacher Jeab. Both victims were killed in the attack, which occurred in Uthen Thawai. As per the latest report as of today, law enforcement officers seized the suspect who orchestrated the fatal shooting…
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