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Sponsored Retiring in Thailand: Why and how health insurance is crucial for your golden years
Thailand offers an ideal setting for retirees with its tropical climate, warm hospitality, and affordable living. But enjoying your golden years to the fullest means planning for health coverage. Here’s a complete guide on why health insurance is essential for...
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This year predicted to be Prosperous for Thailand by astrologer Lak Rajsri
Astrologer Lak Rachasi has predicted a prosperous year for Thailand this year, postulating that two zodiac signs will attain unexplained wealth while others may face the brunt of past karma. The forecast was made during an interview with Moddam Kachapa, a renowned host. Speaking on Thailand’s economic prospects, Lak compared the country’s fortunes with those of global powerhouses such as…
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Thanapiriya Plc plans 120 million baht expansion
Thanapiriya Plc, a leading retail store operator with branches in Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, and Phayao, has announced a 120 million baht investment plan to expand its presence with new outlets in the following year. Amorn Phutthiphiriya, the firm’s chief operating officer, indicated that the expansion strategy would involve establishing six fresh branches in Chiang Rai. Despite the existence of…
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British artist, Tracey Emin, hospitalised in Thailand after infection in intestines
A British artist, Tracey Emin, paused her long journey home from Australia to seek treatment in Phuket province in southern Thailand after an infection nearly caused her small intestine to explode. The 60 year old artist shared about her illness on her Instagram account @traceyeminstudio yesterday, December 17, stating… “This is my first post in a long time. I have…
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Thailand aims to boost SME contribution to GDP by 300 billion baht in 2024
Aiming to raise small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) contribution to the nation’s GDP to 6.6 trillion baht in the next year. Thailand’s Commerce Ministry is set to collaborate with private firms. This expected increase of 300 billion baht from the current year is part of the ministry’s strategic roadmap for SME development. Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisanpang unveiled the plan,…
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Ex engineering student implicated in high profile Bangkok shooting case
A recent police raid led to the apprehension of a 21 year old former engineering student, involved in the shooting deaths of a 19 year old university student and a computer science teacher. Eight suspects are now in custody, with the court denying their bail due to the severity of the case. The latest arrest occurred today, with the suspect…
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Cat stuck in drainpipe rescued in Nakhon Ratchasima
A one year old cat was successfully rescued from a drainpipe where it had been stuck for several days. The incident took place in front of a chicken rice shop in the Phimai municipality, Nakhon Ratchasima province today. The feline’s pitiful cries and forlorn gaze captured the attention of the disaster prevention and mitigation officials of the Phimai municipality, who rushed…
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Thai soldier kills ex-wife and commits suicide, leaving young children orphaned
A Thai soldier killed his ex-wife and committed suicide at a house in the northern province of Phitsanuloak yesterday, December 17, after they divorced three months ago due to jealousy. Mueang Phitsanuloak Police Station received a report of the deaths around 6pm yesterday and visited the scene to investigate. The lifeless body of a 34 year old Thai woman named…
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5 year old girl killed in accident between electric tricycle and pickup
A Thai man crashed his pickup into an electric tricycle, which reportedly made a sudden turn, killing five year old girl and injuring a 20 year old woman on the Nong Bua Lamphu-Nonsang District Road in the Isaan province of Nong Bua Lamphu at 11.30am on December 16. Mueang Nong Bua Lamphu Police Station officers were called to the bridge on…
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Thirteen drug traffickers killed in Myanmar border operation
In a dramatic turn of events, a drug suppression operation near the Myanmar border in Mae Fa Luang district, Chiang Rai, resulted in the death of thirteen drug traffickers on Saturday night. Pha Muang Task Force commander, Praphat Phobsuwan made the statement yesterday. The operation, executed by the Pha Muang Task Force’s Thap Chao Tak unit, took place at Pang…
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Hug Me Animal Hospital: Revolutionising Veterinary Care in Thailand
Introduction: Embracing the Journey of Hug Me Animal Hospital Nestled in the heart of Thailand’s evolving veterinary care landscape, Hug Me Animal Hospital emerges as a symbol of profound love and dedication. This is more than just a medical facility; it’s a story of transformation, born from the personal experiences of its founders. Their journey to Thailand and deep involvement…
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Swift Thai police action recovers tourist’s stolen iPhone on Phuket beach
A European tourist’s holiday in Phuket almost took a dreadful turn when her iPhone was stolen at Ao Yon Beach. However, the quick response of local police in Thailand ensured the stolen item was promptly recovered. On December 14, the tourist is 25 year old Vanessa Aust who reported to Wichit Police that her iPhone 13 Pro had vanished from…
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Worker’s death prompts safety concerns on Bangkok’s Rama 2 road construction site
In the heart of Bangkok, a tragic incident unfolded yesterday, at 10.30am, as a worker on a construction site on Rama 2 road, Bang Khun Thian, lost his life. A substantial quantity of steel construction equipment had fallen on him, leading to immediate action from the Bangkok engineering teams and other pertinent agencies. The Expressway Authority of Thailand promptly reacted…
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Los Angeles woman shares worst dating experience involving housework and leftovers
A 28 year old woman from Los Angeles, United States, recently shared her worst dating experience. She had been invited by a man to his apartment for a dinner date, only to end up doing housework and eating his leftover food from previous meals. The pair had connected through FaceTime and felt they could get along well. With high hopes…
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Tragic accident in Phayao: Police officer critically injured after truck brake failure
Yesterday, a serious road accident occurred in Phayao province in northern Thailand, leading to a police officer being critically injured. The accident occurred when a 10-wheeled truck lost control due to brake failure, colliding with a checkpoint and hitting the officer. The truck, driven by 62 year old Chum, was travelling from Wang Nuea district in Lampang province towards the…
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Nida Poll reveals Thai public opinion on civil servant salary and minimum wage increase
The public opinion poll centre, Nida Poll, from the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), unveiled the results of a survey conducted between December 13 and December 15 among Thai citizens aged 18 and above. The study, spanning all regions, educational backgrounds, occupations, and incomes, involved a total of 1,310 samples and focused on the topic of civil servant salary…
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Finnish tourist in Phuket cons parents with fake arrest scam for 7,000 euros
Phuket’s tourist police unraveled a fraudulent scheme involving a 27 year old Finnish man, who conned his parents out of 7,000 euros. The tourist falsely claimed that he had been arrested and demanded the hefty amount for his release. The revelation unfolded when the parents lodged a complaint on Friday after losing contact with their son, fearing he was a…
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Thai police stop luxury BMW with fake plates in traffic patrol
A luxury BMW car with an unusual number plate was stopped by vigilant highway police in Thailand. All documents of the vehicle were found to be counterfeit. Today, Ekachai Khumpetch, Deputy Highway Police Commander 1, Division 1, along with Chaowalit Sridum, Deputy Highway Police Commander 1, Division 1, and Prathan Chutiphan, Deputy Highway Police Commander 1, Division 1, were conducting…
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Thai researcher joins groundbreaking Antarctic expedition for the IceCube Upgrade project
A groundbreaking venture in Antarctic exploration will see a Thai researcher from Chiang Mai University join an international contingent of 350 scientists from 14 nations, as part of the IceCube Upgrade project at the South Pole. This marks a significant milestone as the first time a Thai researcher will participate in this frontier of scientific discovery. The project, a joint…
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Chinese woman exits 600 work chat groups, sparks online debate
A 33 year old woman from Nanchong, Sichuan province, has set the internet abuzz after she revealed that she had to leave over 600 chat groups following her resignation from work. This revelation sparked extensive online discussions. The woman, Tang Ying, had been working as a retail designer for a real estate company for four years. She belonged to more…
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Pheu Thai MPs urge talks on reopening Preah Vihear temple to tourists
Seven MPs from Pheu Thai party in Si Sa Ket, a northeastern province of Thailand, have urged Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to initiate dialogue with the neighbouring Cambodian government. The discussion will focus on enabling travel to the Preah Vihear Temple, situated on the Thailand-Cambodia border. The request was made to Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang during his visit to Pha…
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Thailand’s soft power strategy under fire: Experts advocate for creative economy
The Srettha Thavisin administration’s strategy of bolstering the economy through soft power is under scrutiny, as experts at a recent seminar suggested the concept is impractical and unclear. Seksan Anantasirikiat, Advertising Director at the Korean Association of Thai Studies (KATS), recommended a shift in focus towards promoting Thailand’s creative economy. The government, he suggested, should rebrand its strategy to reflect…
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Postgraduate student falls to death escaping drunken caretaker’s pounding
A tragic incident unfolded when a postgraduate student fell from the sixth floor of a mansion, allegedly in an attempt to escape after the property’s caretaker, under the influence of alcohol or possibly drugs, relentlessly pounded on her door. The event has sparked outrage and calls for justice. According to a Facebook post on the page Survive – สายไหมต้องรอด, in…
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Nightlife venues in Thailand extend opening hours to 4am
Anutin Charnvirakul, the Interior Minister, has expressed his satisfaction with the compliance of business operators and customers to the new opening hours of nightlife venues which now extend to 4am. During an inspection of these venues in Bangkok, including the RCA area along Rama IX Road, he noted that the authorities are diligently checking operating licenses and maintaining public order.…
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Drunk man’s responsible decision to use tow service sparks discussion
A young man, after heavy drinking, wisely chose not to drive home due to the potential risk of an accident. Instead, the drunken man opted to call for a Slide service, a tow truck that lifts and transports both the car and its owner back home. This prudent decision has sparked public discussion about the responsible choice to refrain from…
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New York Metropolitan Museum: Stolen Thai ancient artifacts to be returned
The prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) in New York has yielded to pressure, agreeing to return 16 Khmer-era ancient artifacts to Cambodia and Thailand. Unraveling a tale of illicit trafficking, these masterpieces were linked to the late Douglas Latchford, a notorious dealer accused of dealing in ancient artifacts. The Met, under scrutiny for years, succumbed to the Cambodian government’s…
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Khon Kaen mayor busted in corruption crackdown
The mayor of Chonnabot district municipality, Khon Kaen, finds himself at the epicenter of a corruption scandal. The once-respected official, Khunanon Hinthao, has been apprehended for allegedly scheming a jaw-dropping 30% kickback, amounting to a staggering 300,000 baht, in two CCTV installation projects valued at nearly 1 million baht. The charming facade of Khunanon’s house, doubling as a coffee shop,…
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Putin’s AI doppelganger stumps him live: Secret doubles revealed? (video)
In a jaw-dropping moment at the annual news conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin faced an unexpected challenge on December 14 when an artificial intelligence (AI) clone of himself posed a thought-provoking question. The AI double seized the opportunity during the marathon event, connecting with the Russian leader via video link and leaving the audience in Moscow in stitches as he…
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Train breaks apart amidst bad snowy weather in Beijing leaves 500 injured (video)
A collision between two subway trains on Beijing‘s Changping line on December 14 has left over 500 commuters hospitalised, with a staggering 102 suffering from broken bones. The incident, occurring at 7pm local time (6pm Thailand time) amidst heavy snowfall, has sparked public outcry and raised questions about the city’s preparedness for extreme weather conditions. According to reports by China…
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Indian Parliament: Security breach sees teacher arrested (video)
Indian authorities have apprehended a man described as the key accused in the recent Parliament security breach that shocked the nation. Lalit Jha, a teacher who dramatically surrendered to the police in Delhi on December 14, marking a significant development in the unfolding scandal. The security breach, which occurred on the 22nd anniversary of a deadly militant attack on the…
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Foreign buyers flock to Thailand’s tropical condos: Chinese and Russians lead
Foreign buyers such as the Chinese and Russian are dominating the condominium scene, turning Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket into international real estate playgrounds. A staggering 10,703 units, raking in a jaw-dropping 52.3 billion baht, exchanged hands in the nine months leading up to September, marking a whopping 38% surge from the previous year, according to the Real Estate Information Center,…
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