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Maximising revenue and profitāisnāt that the ultimate goal for every business in the hospitality industry? If you run a hotel, you might have heard that revenue management is an effective way to boost your top-line revenue. It involves using data...
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12-year quest ends in car collision: Parents find missing son on road to fate
In an extraordinary twist of fate, a 15 year old boy who had been missing for 12 years from his family was fortuitously found by his parents after a minor car collision in the city of Foshan, Guangdong Province, China. The boy, who had been living as a beggar, was instantly recognised by his parents, who were driving the vehicle…
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Counterfeit vehicle plates crackdown: Police ‘benz’ the rules to arrest two men
In a crackdown on the use of counterfeit vehicle registration plates, police officers arrested two men while confiscating their vehicles: a Mercedes Benz GLA200 and an Isuzu D-Max pickup truck. A 33 year old man named Phan, from Rop Wiang, Chiang Rai, was apprehended for using a counterfeit vehicle registration plate on his Mercedes, claiming he bought it online for…
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Food delivery rider’s spooky encounter sparks social media stir in Thailand
A food delivery rider’s eerie experience at a customer’s location sparked a heated debate on Thai social media. The encounter, shared by a Facebook user named Suwat Radomboon, unfolded in the early hours of today when he arrived at a customer’s pin drop location, only to find a seemingly abandoned, dark building. Suwat, a food delivery rider, was left puzzled…
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Chiang Mai Airport’s 24 hours upgrade takes off to meet ‘soaring’ Chinese demand
The Airports of Thailand (AOT) is preparing to take flight as Chiang Mai International Airport gears up for 24/7 operations starting November 1, all in response to the soaring demand from Chinese visitors. The Prime Minister’s Office spokesperson, Chai Watcharong, said today that the PM and Finance Minister, Srrettha Thavisin, wants to extend Chiang Mai Airport’s operating hours, from the…
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Homecoming horror: TikTok user returns to burglar-stripped abode
A shocking discovery was made by a TikTok user after a year away from home – his house had been burgled and stripped bare. Upon his return, the user, known as @thishol, found his house burgled and in a state of disarray, stripped bare by burglars. The entire place was littered with debris, with every item that had any potential…
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Funeral fumble: Factory worker’s sacking to attend grandmother’s funeral sparks public outcry
A factory worker in Pak Thong Chai, Nakhon Ratchasima, was abruptly dismissed after requesting leave to attend his grandmother’s funeral, sparking widespread social criticism. The incident was revealed through a conversation shared on the Line application, where the worker asked his supervisor for two days off. The supervisor’s response of “feel free” was understood as a granting of permission to…
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Party probe: AMLO speeds up investigation into fatal Nok housewarming bash
The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) is fast-tracking an investigation into police officers who attended the housewarming party of village headman Praween Chanklai, also known as Nok, which led to the death of two police officers. The victims of the fatal shooting wereĀ Police Major Siwakorn Saibua, a 32 year old highway police inspector who ultimately succumbed to multiple bullet injuries, and…
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Rubber to riches: Thai farmer’s organic vegtable transformation yields green profits
A 58 year old entrepreneurial farmer in Trang has transformed his four-acre rubber plantation into a thriving organic vegetable garden. Previously, he was earning only 100 baht for 3 kilograms of rubber. Now, his organic vegetable farming generates an income of over 50,000 baht per month from his new endeavour. The farmer, San Chanchia, residing at House No. 17, Village…
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Thai women’s pursuit of love leads to legal battle against Facebook dating service scam
Seven Thai women seeking rich, high-profile foreign husbands reached out to a renowned Thai lawyer, Deacha Kittiwittayanan, after falling victim to a dating service scam on Facebook. A 43 year old woman named Or is representing the victims. Or revealed that she is a single mother who had to take care of her child and her mother. She earns 55,000…
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Fatal Pattaya accident: 57 year old woman on motorbike struck by school van
A tragic accident occurred at a bustling intersection in Pattaya when a 57 year old woman on a motorbike was fatally struck by a school van. The incident happened yesterday around 6.30am at the Wat Boonkanjanaram traffic signal intersection. The police, led by Deputy Inspector Kotanan, were alerted and promptly arrived at the scene with the Sawangboriboon Thammasathan Pattaya rescue…
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Khon Kaen concert altercation ends in fatal shooting incident, suspect claims self-defence
Khon Kaen police charged a man following a fatal shooting incident that occurred after a concert. The suspect, Anucha Sidaput, also known as 22 year old Kung, defended his actions, claiming self-defence against a group he feared posed a threat to him. The incident took place today. According to Police Lieutenant Colonel Rungsak Jongklarat, Director of Weluwan Police Station in…
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Life coach Sean Buranahiran’s wildfire of legal troubles: Self-help guru in hot seat
In a recent turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the self-help community, renowned life coach Sean Buranahiran finds himself embroiled in a legal quagmire. He is facing serious allegations of duping the public and misappropriating funds intended for wildfire relief efforts. The prosecutor’s office in Nonthaburi formally issued summonses, calling upon the victims to provide their testimonies on…
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Snot on: Chinese woman’s nose-picking habit blossoms from sinusitis into fungus fiasco
A woman from Sichuan Province, China, who had been suffering from sinusitis for seven years due to her habit of picking her nose, was shocked to discover she had more than 10 pieces of fungus growing in her sinuses. The situation, which may seem like a typical health risk, took an unexpected turn, highlighting the dangers of a seemingly harmless…
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Thai youth survey reveals four key concerns ahead of National Youth Day
A recent comprehensive survey conducted by the technical centre of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, assessing approximately 20,000 Thai youths aged between 15 and 21, unveiled four significant concerns looming ahead of the National Youth Day scheduled for this Wednesday. The first concern centred on the continued adverse impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on youths from economically challenged single-parent families…
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Swift death of 13 year old Thai schoolgirl after PE exam highlights urgency of medical attention
A sudden tragedy unfolded when a 13 year old Thai schoolgirl mysteriously died shortly after a physical education (PE) examination at school. The Thai girl’s heartbroken mother shared the shocking sequence of events on a social media group for parents, emphasizing the swiftness of the unfortunate incident. On June 22, the young Thai girl had a normal day at school,…
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79 year old Thai man arrested for kidnapping mentally disabled girl
Police arrested a 79 year old Thai man on charges of kidnapping an 11 year old mentally disabled girl from Chaiyaphum, a province in Isaan, and transporting her to the northern province of Tak. The suspect is said to have a high sexual appetite and a history of physical abuse against others. Mirror Foundation Director Ekkarak Lumchumkae received a complaint…
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Thai economy faces scrutiny amid recession fears and slow pandemic recovery
The Thai economy is in the spotlight as concerns over a looming recession persist due to the nation’s weak export outlook and slow recovery from the pandemic. Last week, the government faced heavy criticism from opposition parties and business leaders during a Thai economy policy debate, with the latter expressing concerns over the lack of detail in the 43-page policy…
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Bitcoin blowup: Domestic dispute turns crypto catastrophe with six-hour standoff in central Thailand
A heated dispute over Bitcoin investment loss led to a domestic violence incident that escalated into a six-hour standoff with the police. The 35 year old husband, Kritsada, shot his wife and barricaded himself in their home in Uthai district, Ayutthaya province, before eventually surrendering to the authorities. The agitated husband yesterday shot his wife with a handgun, causing her…
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Unexpected generosity: Penny-pinching Vietnamese mother-in-law treats grandchildren to caviar
A young Vietnamese woman recently misjudged her mother-in-law‘s penny-pinching habits, only to be stunned by the unexpected generosity shown towards her grandchildren by treating them to some caviar. The woman, baffled by the sight of her children enjoying what she mistook for bitter gourd seeds, discovered they were actually eating caviar, one of the world’s most luxurious foods. The woman…
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Broken taxi meter mended: Thai good samaritan’s TikKok gesture goes viral
A kindhearted Thai woman shared a video on TikTok of the moment she helped a struggling taxi driver. She paid the driver an extra 2,350 baht to replace his broken meter. The video was posted on the TikTok account, @worldmj on Tuesday, September 12. The video caption read… “Travelling for several kilometres, but the meter does not count it. What…
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Undercover scandal: Child prostitution and curfew violations uncovered in northern province
The Department of Provincial Administration last night uncovered underage drinking, curfew violations and child prostitution at two entertainment venues in the northern province of Phayao. As a consequence of this discovery, five officers from Meuang Phayao Police Station have been transferred. Acting on a tip-off from the anti-trafficking Immanuel Foundation, authorities from the Department of Provincial Administration, Phayao Provincial Office…
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Internet sensations make waves in dramatic love triangle
A drama involving three Thai Internet celebrities blew up into a full-fledged love triangle melodrama over the weekend surrounding a couple, nicknamed Wave, his ex-partner PāPorn, and his new girlfriend. Following a tumultuous episode marked by accusations of infidelity, disputes over valuables, and car-related issues, Wave and Pee Lek, Wave’s new partner, issued apologies to PāPorn. This development came after…
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Thai business department investigates 439 firms for potential nomination violations
In a move to suppress the ‘grey’ market in the fiscal year 2023, the Business Development Department (BDD) investigated 439 companies, suspecting them of acting as nominees for foreign corporations. Interestingly, legal entities potentially involved in nominee activities were discovered in Chiang Mai and Chon Buri provinces. The BDD Deputy Director-General, Jitakorn Wongkhatekorn, revealed that the agency inspected three targeted…
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Thai gold prices hold steady: 33,000 baht for ornaments and 32,500 baht for bars
The Gold Traders Association announced that Thai gold prices remain steady today, compared to yesterday’s final prices. The association revealed that the selling price of gold ornaments stands at 33,000 baht per baht weight. This information was obtained from the Gold Traders Association’s website at 9.22am today. The domestic buying price for gold bars is set at 32,400 baht per…
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Thai students rally to care for teacher’s child in heartwarming TikTok video
A heartwarming scene unfolded in a Thai school when a teacher’s young child was cared for by third-year students. The teacher, who had to bring her child to school due to her mother’s illness, was touched by the students’ collective effort. The event was captured on video by the teacher, known as @aungzalalala on TikTok, and quickly gained over a…
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Tragic gym death in China as young man gets trapped under 100kg barbell
A tragic incident unfolded in Wuhan, China, Hubei province when a 25 year old man lost his life during a gym workout. The tragic gym death occurred as Zhang attempted to lift a 100-kilogramme barbell, which unfortunately fell onto his neck, trapping him beneath its weight. Despite his desperate efforts to free himself, Zhang was unable to do so, prompting…
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Identity heist: Thai man’s plastic surgery ploy backfires, friend jailed in case of mistaken identity
A Thai man resorted to using his friend’s identity to commit a crime and then underwent plastic surgery in an attempt to evade capture. This wrongful act led to his friend being wrongfully imprisoned for 80 days in his place. The transformed criminal was eventually apprehended on Saturday, September 16. The incident unfolded on September 10 when the parents of…
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Mercedes driver faces charges after road rage incident with taxi in Phuket
A road rage incident involving a Mercedes Benz driver and a taxi driver near the Darasamut Intersection in Phuket, Thailand, resulted in the former facing charges for his violent reaction. The event took place on a Saturday night in September and quickly escalated when the green plate taxi allegedly cut off the Mercedes Benz. The 38 year old taxi driver,…
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Monsoon mayhem: TMD forecasts heavy rains for 51 provinces, including Bangkok
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for heavy rains caused by monsoons affecting 51 provinces across the country, including Bangkok, with 70% of the areas expected to be hit hard. The warning, issued today, September 18, forecasts continuous rain for the next 24 hours due to a moderate monsoon trough passing through the northern and upper northeastern regions. The…
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TasteAtlas stirs the pot: Pad kaprao sizzles to the top of global stir-fry rankings
Food guide platform TasteAtlas unveiled its list of the 50 best stir-fry dishes in the world, with Thai fast food favourite pad kaprao claiming the coveted top spot. The website added that Thai pad kaprao also stands as the fourth most frequently ordered dish by foreigners visiting Thailand. Pad kaprao scooped first place in the rankings with an impressive 4.8…
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