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Thai window cleaner falls to death from 31st floor of Bangkok hotel
A Thai window cleaner fell to his death on Saturday after his scaffold gondola platform collapsed and plummeted from the 31st floor of a hotel in Soi Sukhumvit 24, Bangkok. Thong Lo Police Station officers were alerted to the fall of the gondola at a hotel in the Khlong Toei district of Bangkok at about 3.49pm on Saturday, August 17.…
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Paetongtarn’s pledge: No more Shinawatra slip-ups
Thailand’s youngest Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra pledged to avoid the political disasters plaguing her father and aunt. Addressing the media for the first time after her royal endorsement yesterday, the 37 year old Thai premier made a bold promise to dodge the fate of Thaksin and Yingluck Shinawatra. The Bangkok-born Thai politician made known she is keen to avoid her…
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People’s Party to turn the electoral tide
New People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut demanded his party perform much better in the next General Election. The 37 year old was unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight as the new head of the freshly minted People’s Party (PP). This surprise appointment comes hot on the heels of the Constitutional Court’s bombshell decision to dissolve the Move Forward Party (MFP) and…
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30-baht scheme in hot water: is Thailand’s gold card running out of cash?
Thailand’s universal healthcare policy, known as the 30-baht gold card scheme, faces scrutiny over its financial sustainability and adequacy in providing security to all citizens. Health experts call for a reform to ensure the scheme’s long-term viability. This populist policy, launched by the Pheu Thai Party more than two decades ago, strives to offer equitable medical treatment for Thai citizens,…
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Teen gunman kills Myanmar girl in Phuket shooting
A tragic shooting incident in Phuket resulted in the death of a young Myanmar woman, sparking a police manhunt for the teenage gunman involved. Police in Kathu district, Phuket, received a report about a fatal shooting incident. The incident occurred while Kittipong Jantawong, a 27 year old man, was driving a white Toyota pickup truck with the license plate บม…
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Woman shot dead in Rayong in front of her daughter
A tragic shooting occurred in Rayong, where a woman was killed in front of her two year old daughter. The police are investigating two main motives: issues with a colleague and a dispute with an ex-husband. Police in Rayong are intensively searching for a ruthless gunman who shot and killed a woman in front of her two year old daughter.…
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Insurance agent assaulted by homeless man in Pattaya
An insurance agent was assaulted by a homeless man in Pattaya’s Soi Phra Tamnak 5. The incident happened at 8pm yesterday, August 17, when the 30 year old agent, identified only as Thanapon, was struck in the head with a wooden stick. Thanapon, who works for an insurance company, was handling a road accident claim when the attack occurred. Thanapon…
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Worker crushed to death by hydraulic baler in Samut Prakan
A tragic accident occurred today when a 34 year old worker at a recycling warehouse in Samut Prakan was crushed to death by a hydraulic paper baler. Hein Naung Oo, a Myanmar national, was found dead after falling into the machine. The incident took place at 1pm at an unnamed recycling warehouse located at 505 Moo 9, Sai Khlong Bang…
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Nonthaburi university hazing incident leads to severe injuries
A brutal hazing incident at a prominent university in Nonthaburi has come to light, revealing the shocking abuse suffered by a freshman student. The victim’s parents have filed complaints against senior students involved in the violent initiation rituals. The parents of a 20 year old student, referred to as Ton, reported the incident to Nonthaburi police, detailing the horrific treatment…
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Misunderstanding over clogged drain leads to stabbing
A 45 year old man voiced complaints about a clogged drain after heavy rainfall, which a nearby 23 year old neighbour misinterpreted as a personal attack, leading to a violent altercation and stabbing. Police Lieutenant Wallaop Yangyuen, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at Mueang Phatthalung Police Station, reported a stabbing incident yesterday, August 17, in the Chai Charoen community, behind Tha…
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Sergeant shot dead at resort after winning lottery prize
A sergeant was fatally shot at a resort, just a day after winning the third prize in the lottery. His mother, in tears, revealed that he had transferred money to her after his win. His personal Mercedes-Benz was still parked outside his room. Yesterday, August 17, officers from Kabin Buri Police Station in Prachinburi province received a report about a…
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Man shot dead in Satun rice porridge restaurant after argument
A man was shot dead in a local rice porridge restaurant in Satun after a heated argument with another patron. The police are now on the hunt for the suspect, who has a history of drug involvement. Police in Satun’s Lang Su district were notified of the shooting, which occurred yesterday, August 17, and immediately dispatched officers to the scene.…
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Local roti vendor hailed as hero after rescuing woman in Phuket
A local vendor is being hailed as a hero after he rushed across a busy street to rescue a young woman from being harassed inside a dental clinic. The incident occurred in Rassada, Mueang District, Phuket. A 35 year old man, identified as Pongsak, was arrested by Phuket City Police for indecent behaviour towards a 21 year old female customer…
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Brazen theft of motorcycle in Pathum Thani caught on CCTV
A brazen theft involving a Honda PCX motorcycle occurred when an unmarked white Isuzu pickup truck with a covered bed stole the vehicle within seven minutes and fled the scene. The incident, captured on CCTV, has prompted calls for police action due to frequent vehicle thefts in the area. Yesterday, August 17, 2024, a 32 year old machinist named Niwat…
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Jet ski crash on Chao Phraya River leaves two injured, two missing
A jet ski collided with a long-tail boat on the Chao Phraya River, leaving two injured and two missing near Bang Krachao pier. The incident occurred around 9pm yesterday, August 17, prompting immediate rescue efforts. The police reported the accident between the river’s Rama III and Phra Pradaeng sides. Upon arrival, rescuers found the damaged boats docked at Wat Bang…
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Thai workers urged to delay travel to Israel, Lebanon amid rising tensions
Thai workers intending to travel to Israel or Lebanon have been urged to delay their plans due to escalating tensions in the region following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran on July 31. A letter signed by Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, was sent to all provincial governors on August 16, emphasising the importance…
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Pita Limjaroenrat points to winning lottery numbers on train (video)
Pita Limjaroenrat accurately pointed out numbers on a train sign before the lottery draw, matching the winning digits. Netizens expressed regret over noticing too late. Pita, former MP and chief advisor of the disbanded Move Forward Party, recently visited Ratchaburi to support Chaiyarat Sakisapong, a candidate for the Provincial Administrative Organisation Chairperson, campaigning under the name of the People’s Party.…
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Young boy found abandoned on Koh Samui beach sparks outrage (video)
A young boy was found sleeping alone on a beach on Koh Samui, abandoned by his father. A TikTok user, @chawavepetprom, shared a distressing clip revealing the boy’s dire circumstances. The incident occurred yesterday on a beach in Koh Samui, as @chawavepetprom discovered the boy, known as Kao, lying on the sand in a dangerous and unlit area. “Dirty clothes…
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Fire at Nonthaburi building sparks panic among students (video)
A fire caused by an electrical short circuit at the Chao Phraya House building in Nonthaburi led to panic among students taking shelter from the rain. The blaze, which started under the ceiling, caused loud explosions and forced the students to flee. The incident occurred yesterday when officials from the Nonthaburi Municipality received a report of a fire at the…
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Construction worker disappears from Lamphun riverside camp
A construction worker mysteriously disappeared from a riverside camp in Lamphun, sparking an intensive search by rescue teams. The worker’s wife revealed his unusual behaviour following his return from a funeral rite ordination. Rescue teams are actively searching the Lamphun area for Kittitach, also known as Bew, a 29 year old construction worker who vanished from his riverside camp. Bew’s…
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Ubon Ratchathani resident wins 6 million baht lottery prize
A resident of Ubon Ratchathani province has won the first prize in the latest Thai lottery draw, celebrating with family and friends. The winning number, 095867, was announced yesterday, and the lucky ticket holder is now set to receive a 6 million baht prize. The Government Lottery Office (GLO) announced the results of the draw for yesterday, August 16, which…
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Thai teacher kills ex-wife and father-in-law at Ayutthaya temple
A young Thai teacher shot and killed his former wife and father-in-law at a temple in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya before fleeing the scene. The suspect has since contacted the police to surrender. Officers at Rong Chang Police Station received a report yesterday at 6.30pm about a shooting at Wat Chao Pluk in Maha Rat district. Upon arrival, officers, along…
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Nakhon Ratchasima woman wins 6 million baht in lottery
A woman from Pak Chong in Nakhon Ratchasima has won the first prize in the latest lottery draw, instantly becoming 6 million baht richer. Facebook page Pak Chong Times yesterday shared the story of Anisara, a resident of Moo 4, Moo Si, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima. She won the first prize in the government lottery draw held yesterday, August 16.…
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Thai singer’s lottery prediction wows fans with accurate numbers (video)
Thai singer Natthapat Wiphatdechtrakun, also known as Pui Fai, visited Wat Tha Mai in Samut Sakhon for a merit-making ceremony, where she also engaged in a unique ritual of drawing lucky numbers from a lottery urn. During her visit, Pui Fai shared a video on her Instagram account, showcasing her activities at the temple. She was seen offering traditional chilli…
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Thai female passenger shuns motorcycle taxi ride fare (video)
A female passenger ordered a motorcycle taxi driver to drive against the traffic on the pavement, refused to pay the fare, and left him with wasted time and a 15% app fee deduction. A 36-second video shared by the Facebook page อีซ้อขยี้ข่าว3 shows the rider filming the woman while explaining the situation. “She called for a ride, then asked me…
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Foundation urges more funds to aid Thai debtors’ repayments
The Supha Wongsena Foundation For Debtors’ Rights Reform has called on the government to allocate more funds to the Land Bank Administration Institute to assist individuals in repaying their debts. This appeal was made during a seminar aimed at finding solutions to household debt, organised by the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) at the DSI Academy in Nong Chok district…
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Bangkok City Hall transforms 315 tonnes of surplus food into meals (video)
Bangkok City Hall’s food bank initiative has successfully transformed 315 tonnes of surplus food into over 1.3 million meals for the city’s impoverished and vulnerable residents. Since the launch of BKK Food Bank on August 8, individuals and businesses across Bangkok have donated approximately 315,741 kilogrammes of surplus food. This surplus has been redistributed to 67,449 residents in need, according…
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Heavy rain to hit 49 provinces, including Bangkok this evening
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall across 49 provinces, affecting the northern, northeastern, eastern, southern regions, as well as Bangkok, with 70% of the area expected to experience storms this afternoon and evening. Weather forecasts for the next 24 hours indicate that a moderate monsoon trough is sweeping through upper northern and northeastern Thailand,…
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Visitors flock to Khamchanod for sacred water bowl ritual
Visitors flocked to Khamchanod Island yesterday to catch a glimpse of the sacred water bowl ritual and seek lucky numbers. The ceremony, led by Chawakan Khamwansa, drew a large crowd hoping for good fortune and blessings from Father Pu Sri Sutho and Mother Ya Sri Pratumma. Tourists from across Thailand journeyed to the island, navigating the bridge to pay their…
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Giant turtle brings excitement and fortune to Phetchabun home
A giant turtle recently wandered into a home in Phetchabun, bringing excitement and a sense of good fortune to locals. The unusual visitor, believed to be an auspicious creature, prompted the villagers to rub powder on its shell in search of lucky numbers before planning to release it at a temple. Kanyanat Yodma, a 58 year old resident, from house…
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