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Nine provinces miss reel deal, forcing Thai movie buffs to hit the road
Nine provinces in Thailand lack cinemas, forcing residents to travel to neighbouring regions to watch movies. The issue came to light recently when a netizen from Mae Hong Son expressed frustration about the lack of local cinemas, which sparked a broader discussion about social inequality and the economic viability of the cinema industry in these areas. The comment was made…
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Thai woman arrested for smuggling drugs into South Korea
The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) arrested a Thai woman yesterday at a coffee shop in Bangkok for smuggling drugs from Thailand to South Korea. The 26 year old woman, named Kanokwan, was wanted by the police for her involvement in a recent ketamine smuggling operation. The case came to light when the ONCB joined forces with the…
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Purr-fectly terrifying: Python eats pussy in cat’s cage
A heartbroken pet owner discovered a massive python inside the cat’s cage, having devoured his beloved pussy. The 3-metre-long snake was found in Chon Buri, prompting a warning to cat owners about the potential dangers even for caged pets. At 5pm yesterday, August 27, rescue officials from Trai Kunnatham Foundation, Chon Buri, were alerted to an incident involving a python…
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Thai woman harassed by cult recruiter at Bangkok bus stop (video)
A Thai woman expressed her frustration on TikTok after being harassed by a middle-aged woman trying to recruit her into a religious cult at a bus stop in Bangkok. Despite trying to ignore the woman, the persistent attempts to convert her continued. A TikTok user known as @kulturechock shared a clip warning others about an incident at the Victory Monument bus…
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Pheu Thai Party says no Cabinet seats for Palang Pracharath MPs
Pheu Thai Party MPs met yesterday and agreed to remove members of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) from the new Cabinet. Former Pheu Thai Party Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai recently revealed that the new Cabinet would be established by the end of August, now only three days away. Phumtham disclosed that some former coalition parties have already submitted the…
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Thai central bank may cut rates if digital wallet delayed
The Bank of Thailand might be compelled to reduce the policy rate earlier than anticipated if the new government opts to postpone the digital wallet policy slated for the fourth quarter. Analysts warn this delay could significantly impact the Thai economy. Despite the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintaining the rate at 2.5% last week, BofA Securities highlighted that…
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Heroic Thai nurse saves elderly man during Chiang Mai marathon
A heroic nurse demonstrating remarkable bravery and dedication saved an unconscious elderly man during a half marathon in Chiang Mai. She performed CPR tirelessly until the man regained a pulse, despite sustaining injuries and dirtying her shoes. A half marathon in Chiang Mai on Sunday, August 25, saw an unexpected act of heroism by Pakamas Phosri, a professional nurse from…
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Thai travel agency faces backlash over delayed plane tickets
Customers have raised complaints about a prominent travel agency, TravizGo, for allegedly failing to issue plane tickets after payment, citing cash flow issues and promising to refund with 7.5% interest per year within 90 days. We Are Consumers (พวกเราคือผู้บริโภค) Facebook members posted warnings about TravizGo, which offers flight, hotel, and tour package bookings via its website and app. “Anyone who…
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Underage Thai girl raped by Indian man and forced to abort baby
An Indian businessman in Chon Buri allegedly raped a 14 year old Thai girl in December of last year and forced her to have an abortion. The teenager’s 34 year old Thai mother decided to take legal action against the Indian businessman, filing a complaint at Nongprue Police Station yesterday, August 27. The incident occurred in December, but the mother…
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Dolphins harass tourists in Japan, 48 attacked in Fukui Prefecture
Japan was left stunned as reports surfaced of dolphins sexually harassing humans. At least 48 people have been sexually assaulted by dolphins, with the incidents taking place at a beach in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, last week. Reports from NHK Japan and the British tabloid Daily Star indicate that several tourists were violently attacked by dolphins while swimming. Among the victims…
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Teenager beaten and shot by wife’s ex for giving her a lift
A teenager was beaten to death with a baseball bat and shot for giving the attacker’s ex-wife a lift in his car. This heart-wrenching incident has sparked widespread calls for justice on social media. The Facebook page อีซ้อขยี้ข่าว3 posted about the incident that took place yesterday, August 27, in Bang Rakam, Phitsanulok. According to the post, the 17 year old was…
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Heavy rain triggers flash floods in Phayao’s Phu Sang district
Heavy overnight rain in Phayao triggered flash floods in Phu Sang district in northern Thailand, causing significant damage across five sub-districts and forcing residents to flee their homes. The district chief has ordered an urgent assessment of the damage. Around midnight, relentless heavy rain battered Phayao province, continuing through the early hours. By 4am, today, August 28, accumulated forest runoff…
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Thai man hospitalised after toxic plant drink to quit alcohol
A man in Maha Sarakham was hospitalised after consuming a concoction made from a toxic plant, intended by his wife to help him quit drinking. He experienced severe symptoms, including confusion and stiffness, prompting immediate medical attention. The incident occurred yesterday, August 27, at noon when emergency services were called to a home in Nong Kha village, Tha Tum subdistrict,…
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Soi Dog Foundation launches sterilisations to curb stray population
The Soi Dog Foundation has introduced a free sterilisation service to tackle the increasing dog population and provide essential care for neglected strays in Nong Prue municipality. This initiative aims to reduce the number of stray dogs and ensure that pets receive proper medical attention. At the Nong Prue Municipality Health Park Dome, a skilled team of veterinarians offers sterilisation…
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Export-tional growth: July’s 15.2% surge is highest in 28 months
Exports in July surged by 15.2%, marking the highest growth rate in 28 months, attributed to easing inflation and increased purchasing power among trading partners. Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, the Director-General of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), reported that July’s exports rose by 15.2% to US$25.7 billion (938 billion baht), primarily driven by the cooling global inflation, which considerably enhanced…
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Motorcyclist and vendor seriously injured in Pattaya collision
A motorcyclist collided with a street vendor’s sidecar in Pattaya, resulting in serious injuries for both individuals. The incident occurred at 3.20am today, August 28, on a road near Wat Boonkanjanaram, just before the Nong Phong intersection in the Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. The Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre received the report and dispatched rescue workers…
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9 houses damaged in recent Phuket landslide, no injuries reported
Another landslide hit the Ratsada sub-district of Phuket in the early hours of this morning leaving nine houses in the area damaged. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The landslide in the Kata sub-district of Phuket last week killed 13 people, most of whom were migrant workers, and affected more than 200 households in the area. Residents are not yet out…
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Rescue efforts intensify for rail tunnel trapped Thai workers
Rescue teams are working tirelessly to save three workers trapped inside the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail tunnel in Nakhon Ratchasima. Ekkarat Sriarayanphong, Chief of the Governor’s Office of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), provided an update on the situation yesterday, August 27, detailing the efforts being made to reach the workers. Teams are carefully digging through the collapsed section of…
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Weeded out: Stranded fisherman rescued by helicopter after two days
A fisherman stranded on his boat amidst aquatic weeds for two days and nights was eventually rescued by a helicopter. The incident occurred in the Huai Luang Reservoir, Nong Bua Ban subdistrict, Udon Thani province. Heavy storms trapped Tan Sihararat, a 53 year old resident of Nam Phon Nuea, Nong Wua So district, in a dense mass of water hyacinths…
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Thai air force opts for Swedish Gripen jets over US F-16s
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) announced its decision to acquire Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, opting for these over US-made F-16s. A committee within the RTAF reached this conclusion after examining additional details submitted by both contenders. The review, which occurred yesterday, August 27, focused heavily on offsets such as technology transfer and training, key factors in the Thai…
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New regulation allows convicts to serve time outside Thai prisons
Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong staunchly defended a new regulation permitting convicts to be detained outside of prison, addressing concerns that it might unfairly benefit former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. The Department of Corrections introduced this regulation to mitigate prison overcrowding, as the current system can only accommodate 150,000 to 160,000 inmates. The current prison population in Thailand stands at approximately…
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Whisky business: Methanol madness in khlong sam wa, Bangkok
A rise in methanol poisoning cases linked to illegal herbal whisky in Khlong Sam Wa has led to increased concern. Four deaths have been reported, with two more individuals falling seriously ill, bringing the total number of affected patients to 35. The Department of Disease Control and the Department of Medical Services, under the Ministry of Public Health, reported today…
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Digital wallet scheme may be delayed to next fiscal year
The 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme faces potential postponement until the next fiscal year starting October 1 if not implemented by next month, according to the Budget Bureau. Bureau Director Chalermphol Pensoot stated that the details of the cash handout policy would need to be revisited once the new Cabinet is formed. The initiative, promising 10,000 baht to up to 50…
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Heavy rain and flash flood warning for 51 Thailand provinces
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning for 51 provinces in Thailand, advising residents to prepare for heavy to very heavy rainfall, flash floods, and forest runoffs. The announcement comes as a strong monsoon is expected to impact the region starting today. Thailand is expected to experience increased rainfall, with some areas facing heavy to very heavy downpours.…
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Thailand’s female CEOs soar but the gender equality gap remains
Thailand’s female business leaders are smashing glass ceilings at an impressive rate, but the country’s gender equality struggle is far from over. With 32% of senior leadership positions in Thai businesses held by women, compared to a global average of 27%, Thailand boasts one of the highest ratios of women CEOs in the world. Nearly 90% of businesses in Thailand…
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Peek performance: Students nab half-naked pervert in petrol station
A group of Thai students last night managed to catch a half-naked pervert who fled after peeking at a woman in a bathroom at a petrol station in the Isaan province of Chaiyaphum. Officers from Mueang Chaiyaphum Police Station yesterday, August 26, were called to a road outside Chaiyaphum Wanaram Temple, where the group of students caught the alleged suspect,…
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Job jolt: Thailand’s unemployment hits two-year high at 1.07%
Thailand’s unemployment rate surged to a two-year high, with 1.07% of the workforce out of a job, the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) revealed. The rise marks the highest level of unemployment since the Covid-19 pandemic waned, showing a worrying trend in the nation’s job market. Danucha Pichayanan, NESDC Secretary-General, reported that the rate had climbed slightly from…
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Most Thai listed companies report Q2 this year profits
Thailand’s stock exchange disclosed that 819 out of 856 listed companies have submitted their second-quarter financial results for this year, with 631 reporting net profits. This represents a significant 77.05% of the companies that submitted financial statements. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has seen continuous growth in the second quarter of this year. Sales for listed companies in the…
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Thailand boosts HDD production with 23.5 billion baht investment
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) approved a significant investment project by Western Digital Storage Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd., to expand its hard disk drive (HDD) and related equipment production. The project, valued at 23.516 billion baht, will take place in Bang Pa-in Industrial Estate, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province and 304 Industrial Park, Prachin Buri province. The Secretary-General of the…
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Nomad’s land: TAT’s Destination Thailand Visa leaves embassies in fog
Despite the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) pushing the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) as a boon for digital nomads, the Pattaya Mail has discovered a troubling lack of clarity among Thai embassies. This long-stay visa, designed for remote workers and freelancers wishing to reside in Thailand, is meant to be straightforward, but many embassies are failing to provide adequate guidance…
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