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  • Dragon Boat Festival drummer’s bikini photo stuns social media

    The Dragon Boat Festival celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, brings together Chinese communities worldwide to partake in traditional activities such as dragon boat racing, eating sticky rice dumplings, and drinking rice wine. This annual event sees large crowds gathering along riverbanks and lakeshores to enjoy the festive atmosphere while watching ancient dragon boat races, similar…

  • Pattaya: Outrage as iconic Dolphin Fountain left high and dry

    In a fiery city council meeting, Pattaya City Councillor Jidapha Suwathaphon spotlighted a troubling oversight: the Dolphin Roundabout fountain on North Pattaya Road remains an unsightly eyesore. “The dolphins have been motionless and dry since I assumed office.” Jidapha reminded the council that funds had already been approved to replace the fountain’s pumps. Despite this, no action has been taken.…

  • Mystery stabbing shocks community at Chalong temple

    The brutal stabbing of a Thai man behind Luang Pu Supha Temple in Chalong last night sparked a massive police investigation. The shocking incident has left the community in fear and sparked a full-scale investigation. Chalong Police Station officers were alerted to the gruesome discovery at 10.09pm, yesterday, May 29, via the 191 hotline. Police Lieutenant Colonel Somkiat Sarasit, head…

  • Tragedy in Mekong River as older brother drowns saving sibling

    Two siblings had a tragic encounter while playing in the Mekong River, leading to a heartbreaking outcome as the older brother tragically lost his life while trying to save his drowning younger brother. His body was later discovered floating on Thailand’s Nong Khai side of the river, prompting authorities to coordinate with family in Laos to identify the victim. At…

  • Thailand hosts key ASEAN-Canada trade talks in Bangkok

    Thailand has taken significant steps forward in trade relations by hosting the eighth round of ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA) negotiations in Bangkok between yesterday and today. The meeting aimed to expedite various aspects of the agreement, to conclude discussions by 2025. Chotima Iamsawatigul, Director-General of the Department of Trade Negotiations,  appointed Ratchawit Piyapramote, Deputy Director-General of the same department,…

  • Neglected Bangkok man commits suicide on public road

    A Thai man feeling neglected decided to commit suicide today by hanging himself from a stand in the middle of a road in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok. Lat Krabang Police Station officers were alerted to the death of a 53 year old Thai man, Peerawat, at around 7.30am today, May 30. His body was found hanging from a…

  • Nonthaburi family seeks justice for murdered online merchant

    A tragic incident involving the murder of a 54 year old online merchant has left his family seeking justice. The victim, Paisan, was found dead in his sixth-floor condo in Nonthaburi. His body was discovered last Sunday, May 26. The police later identified a male suspect who fled the scene with the victim’s phone, eventually making his way to Pattaya.…

  • Bangkok residents seek help for man disrupting nights with rituals

    A Bangkok community raised concerns about a man performing nightly rituals involving chanting and lighting 99 candles to worship a mystical substance, due to fears of fire hazards and safety risks, residents have sought intervention from the authorities and media to address the issue. Locals are alarmed by the actions of a 41 year old man who claims to be a…

  • Pattaya: Drunken Scotsman hit by car after bar brawl gone wrong

    A chaotic scene unfolded in Soi Buakhao, Central Pattaya on Tuesday, as an unidentified Scotsman became the unfortunate victim of a bizarre accident. Leaving a bar in a heavily intoxicated state, the 60 year old found himself struck by a car and suffering a serious head injury. The night took a dramatic turn when police officers discovered the man sprawled on…

  • Authorities destroy over three tonnes of unripe durians in Uttaradit

    Authorities in Uttaradit Province ordered the destruction of over three tonnes of unripe durians intended for export to China. The move followed complaints from the owner of a packing plant who suspected that substandard durians were mixed with quality ones, potentially damaging the country’s reputation. Today, the inspection team led by Police Major General Sutthipong Pektong, Superintendent of Uttaradit Provincial…

  • Cable chaos: Trio busted for illegal TV scheme in Phuket

    Phuket Tourist Police nabbed two Chinese nationals and one Myanmar national for working illegally on an audacious cable installation operation to provide Chinese TV channels in Phuket Town. Acting on an anonymous tip-off, officers swooped on the roof of an apartment building on Yaowarat Road, catching the five foreigners red-handed. Thai national Sittichai Klapdee, who was present at the scene,…

  • Agriculture department cracks down on substandard fertilisers

    The Department of Agriculture instructed inspectors to closely monitor shops selling fertilisers and chemicals to prevent the distribution of substandard products to farmers and the general public. Director-General of the Department of Agriculture Raphiphat Chandrasrivongs revealed that inspectors from the Plant and Agricultural Materials Control Division are conducting inspections across various regions to ensure compliance. Following directives from the Minister…

  • Runaway kangaroo confirmed dead after 30 hour search in Chiang Mai

    The Director of the Zoological Park Organisation of Thailand confirmed today that officers discovered the dead body of the runaway kangaroo near the Chang Khian Waterfall at the foothill of Doi Suthep mountain in the northern province of Chiang Mai. The red kangaroo, aged two years and six months, escaped from the Chiang Mai Zoo at about 7.50am yesterday, May…

  • Ancient skeletons discovered in Nakhon Ratchasima

    A remarkable discovery of ancient skeletons, believed to be around 2,000 years old, has caused quite a stir in Nakhon Ratchasima. Archaeologists uncovered two human skeletons during excavation work, with one skeleton’s skull placed on its torso, creating a buzz among locals and experts. The discovery took place at 10am yesterday, May 29, during a project to landscape the Boraparam Moat…

  • Phu Sang National Park and Laos join forces to prevent wildfires

    Phu Sang National Park in Phayao province has partnered with Laos to tackle the persistent issue of forest fires sustainably. By creating firebreaks, the initiative aims to prevent the spread of wildfires beyond designated areas. Head of Phu Sang National Park, Bantham Somsuwan disclosed that every year, forest fires frequently occur in the park’s jurisdiction. The majority of this area…

  • Taiwanese employer implicated in death of Thai migrant worker

    A Taiwanese employer finds himself in the hot seat as suspicions swirl around the death of an illegal Thai migrant worker in Yilan County, northeast Taiwan. The tale begins with the Thai man, initially arriving on a tourist visa, swiftly descending into the murky world of illegal employment in Yilan. As whispers of his disappearance reached his homeland, the Thai…

  • Over 2,000 applicants disqualified in senatorial election

    The Election Commission (EC) has thrown over 2,000 hopefuls out of the senatorial race, leaving just over 46,000 contenders to vie for seats across the nation. The EC’s announcement of qualified candidates yesterday sent shockwaves through the political arena, with disqualified applicants given until Saturday to plead their case before the Supreme Court or provincial courts. Reasons for disqualification range…

  • Drug traffickers honk their way into police custody (video)

    A malfunctioning car horn exposed three Thai drug traffickers at a police checkpoint in the central province of Kanchanaburi, leading to their immediate arrest and the seizure of 21 kilogrammes of hidden drugs. Thong Pha Phum Police Station officers and Border Patrol Police arrested three Thai drug traffickers at a police checkpoint near the Thong Pha Phum Intersection in the…

  • Foundation donates wheelchairs to disabled individuals in need

    The Pure Hearts Foundation collaborated with the Ministry of Labour to uplift the spirits of disabled people in Nakhon Ratchasima by donating wheelchairs. The Pure Hearts Foundation, led by Chairperson Theerarat Nawamawat, joined forces with the provincial labour office, employment office, the director of Skill Development Institute 5, and the Thai Smile Group public relations team in Nakhon Ratchasima to…

  • Bug surprise in dumpling sparks online frenzy among foodies

    A viral post on social media has caused quite a stir among food lovers after a woman discovered a live insect inside a dumpling she bought from a street vendor. The incident was shared in the Facebook group พวกเราคือผู้บริโภค (We Are Consumers), aiming to caution others to thoroughly check their food before eating. The post included the caption, “Jittery dumplings,…

  • Giant Mekong stingray sets new record as largest freshwater fish

    A giant Mekong stingray has shattered the record for the world’s largest freshwater fish, overtaking the previous titleholder, the Thai giant catfish, which held the record for nearly two decades. A wildlife and nature documentary page recently released images of this colossal stingray, confirming its new status. The wildlife documentary page reported that the Mekong stingray now holds the record…

  • Municipal official caught with methamphetamine in Samut Prakan

    Police apprehended a municipal official after discovering methamphetamine in his vehicle in Samut Prakan, the official admitted ownership of the drugs following a police search. This incident occurred yesterday around 12.30am in Khlong Dan following a public disturbance complaint of street racers in the area. Officers patrolled the area and encountered a traffic accident. The motorcycle in the accident, driven…

  • Bar bill brawl in Pattaya: Injured British tourist comes forward

    In a dramatic incident that captivated social media and sparked intense debate, three British tourists were violently assaulted by contracted guards following a heated argument over a bill on Pattaya Soi 6. The Pattaya police said there was nothing they could do about the brutal assault on the British men unless they came forward and lodged a complaint. Today, May…

  • Minor earthquake hits Koh Samui amid severe weather warnings

    A 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Koh Samui in Surat Thani, with a depth of 4 kilometres, according to the Earthquake Surveillance Division of the Meteorological Department of Thailand. The event occurred at 8.24am, today, May 30, causing noticeable tremors in the area. The earthquake’s epicentre was located in Ang Thong subdistrict, Koh Samui district. Although the quake was relatively…

  • King names MRT Yellow Line Nakkhara Phiphat for prosperity

    The King of Thailand has graciously bestowed the name Nakkhara Phiphat, meaning prosperity of the city, on the Yellow Line of the Metropolitan Rapid Transit (MRT). The announcement was made today, following the Ministry of Transport’s efforts through the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) to implement the Yellow Line project. This line, running from Lat Phrao to Samrong, is…

  • Thai police seize 19 million meth pills in major drug bust

    Thai police seized over 19 million methamphetamine pills and launched an operation against the K2 Network, confiscating assets worth more than 18 million baht. This significant drug bust resulted from coordinated efforts between various law enforcement agencies. At 10am today, the Narcotics Suppression Bureau, led by Nirandorn Leamsri, Assistant Commissioner-General, and Keereesak Tantinwachai, Commissioner of the Narcotics Suppression Bureau, along…

  • Thai AirAsia X flight returns to Osaka with landing gear issues

    Passengers on Thai AirAsia X flight XJ613 experienced a heart-pounding drama when their flight from Osaka to Bangkok was forced to turn back due to undercarriage issues. Thai AirAsia X flight XJ613, an Airbus A330-300, took off from Osaka Kansai Airport at 9.52am local time last Friday, May 24, bound for Bangkok. Shortly after takeoff from runway 24L, the flight…

  • Toddler’s tumble into uncovered drainage hole shocks residents

    A three year old boy, affectionately known as Big, fell into an uncovered drainage hole while playing in front of his house in Samut Sakhon. The incident, captured by a CCTV camera, occurred yesterday in Moo 3, in the Bang Ya Phraek Subdistrict of Mueang District. Big was enjoying his time outside, running and playing with his bicycle, when he…

  • Overtourism may put Koh Larn’s future in jeopardy

    A Pattaya City Council member issued a warning about the urgent need for tourist number controls and construction regulations on Koh Larn, an island now teetering on the brink due to its popularity. Phasakorn Yusoomboon, representing Pattaya District 1, voiced his concerns at the council meeting yesterday. He highlighted the island’s daily influx of over 10,000 tourists, with numbers soaring…

  • Thai man’s fake drug ‘drama’ on TikTok sparks online backlash

    A Thai man in the Isaan province of Buriram is facing a backlash after faking drug addiction and posting a video of his staged rampage on TikTok in search of online attention. A Facebook page, Esor News 3, shared a video of a drug-addicted Thai man yesterday, May 29, with a caption read, “It will be better if you consume…