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The Great American Smokeout, held this year on November 17, is a nationwide event that encourages smokers to take their first steps towards a smoke-free life. If you’re an expat in Thailand, this day could be a timely reminder to...
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Former Thai soldier arrested after attacking 4 police with knife
A former Thai soldier suffering from a mental illness went on a rampage, attacking four police officers with a knife outside his home in the central province of Ang Thong yesterday, October 7. Officers from Wiset Chaicharn Police Station were called to subdue the rampaging former Thai soldier, 62 year old Prateep. This man previously served in the army in the central…
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Green dreams: EU-ASEAN leaders forge path to eco-future
Top EU-ASEAN business leaders and cooperation agencies came together for a high-powered Partners’ Dialogue forum to tackle the opportunities and challenges of ASEAN’s green transition. The event was hosted by none other than the European Union’s Ambassador, H.E. Sujiro Seam. Representatives from EU-ASEAN institutions, member states, businesses, and cooperation agencies gathered to share insights and experiences on ASEAN’s journey towards…
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Police seize 1.26 million meth tablets in major drug bust
Police in Nakhon Si Thammarat seized 1.26 million methamphetamine tablets in a major drug bust, revealing shockingly low wholesale prices and promotional offers for bulk purchases. The drugs are believed to be produced in neighbouring countries embroiled in conflict. Yesterday, October 7, at the Provincial Police Region 8 headquarters in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Saranyu Chamnanrach, Deputy Commissioner of Police Region…
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Khon Kaen MP accused of 431 million baht embezzlement
The court of Thailand has postponed the verdict hearing for an MP of Khon Kaen province, who is facing charges of embezzling 431 million baht from the Khon Kaen Teachers’ Savings Cooperative. Ekkarat claims the case has been politically manipulated and made a statement at 2.30pm yesterday, October 7. The Khon Kaen Provincial Court initially scheduled the verdict for Ekkarat…
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Flooding in Chiang Mai leaves 90 year old stranded
A 90 year old grandmother yesterday was left stranded and in need of rescue in Chiang Mai after floodwaters surrounded her home. Her worried family coordinated with emergency services, who safely evacuated her, navigating dangerous conditions. Flooding continued in several areas of Mueang district, Chiang Mai, due to the overflow from the Ping River. Despite the challenging conditions, rescue teams persevered,…
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Fire at Big Moose bar near Pattaya Beach traps six residents
A fire at the Big Moose beer bar and rental rooms near Pattaya Beach Road trapped six residents early yesterday morning. The blaze erupted around 7.30am, yesterday, October 7, originating on the ground floor and blocking all exits, which left the residents unable to escape unaided. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene and began dousing the flames with water. They…
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High-speed police chase ends with crash and drug arrests
A high-speed chase spanning more than 10 kilometres ended dramatically when police apprehended a couple fleeing in a white Toyota sedan. The pursuit concluded after the vehicle crashed into a fence and wall, leading to the arrest of the driver and passenger and the discovery of drugs. At approximately 8.30pm yesterday, October 7, Police Lieutenant Prajak Chumyen and his team…
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Thief steals motorcycle from hotel in Chachoengsao, still at large
A brazen theft occurred at the Rajapruek 24 Hotel in Chachoengsao province when a thief stole a motorcycle and evaded capture by misleading the hotel caretaker. The incident, caught on CCTV, highlights a well-coordinated plan executed in the early hours of yesterday, October 7. CCTV footage from the Rajapruek 24 Hotel on Suwinthawong Road in Chachoengsao captured the event around…
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Toyota Fortuner falls from Chalong Rat Expressway, driver killed
A tragic accident occurred when a Toyota Fortuner fell from the Chalong Rat Expressway onto the road below, resulting in the death of the driver. The incident took place on Nong Rahang Road in the Sam Wa Tawan Tok subdistrict of Khlong Sam Wa district, Bangkok. JS100 Radio shared the news on their Facebook page, providing images and details of…
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Tuk tuk parking in Patong’s red and white zones sparks outrage (video)
A viral video showing tuk tuks parked along the red and white kerbside in Patong, Phuket sparked outrage on social media. The clip, shared on the โหดจัง-จังหวัดภูเก็ต Facebook page, questions whether tuk tuks are permitted to park in these restricted areas, leading to a flurry of comments from netizens. The footage, lasting one minute and one second, was posted with…
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Murder-suicide suspected after family of 4 found dead in Songkhla
Police suspect a Thai woman of committing a murder-suicide involving her family members at her home in the southern province of Songkhla after four bodies with gunshot wounds were discovered yesterday, October 7. Officers from Mueang Songkhla Police Station were called to investigate the fatal shooting at a two-storey house belonging to a former member of the Songkhla Municipality Council,…
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Heavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms to hit Thailand regions
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm for the eastern and southern regions, warning that heavy monsoons are on the horizon. With a staggering 60% to 70% chance of thunderstorms, locals are being advised to prepare for potential flash floods. While Bangkok braces for its own thunderous downpours, those in the northern and northeastern regions can expect a…
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Kitrat Phanphet named Thailand’s new national police chief
Deputy National Police Chief Kitrat Phanphet has been appointed Thailand’s 15th national police chief following a unanimous vote by the Police Commission, chaired by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Kitrat secured eight votes in his favour, emerging as the top candidate among three contenders. He is set to serve until his retirement at the age of 60 in 2026. The other…
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Fishing for solutions: Thailand turns invasive tilapia into tasty sauce
Thailand’s Department of Fisheries has unveiled an innovative approach to combat the invasive blackchin tilapia by converting them into fermented fish sauce. To tackle the spread of this species, which endangers commercially valuable fish stocks in nine provinces, the department will collaborate with local communities to process the blackchin tilapia into the popular condiment, according to department chief Bancha Sukkaew.…
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500 victims accuse social media influencer of 85 million baht gold scam
Over 500 victims filed a complaint against a social media influencer for operating a gold scam that caused losses exceeding 85 million baht. Representatives of the victims, yesterday, October 7, visited the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau in Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, to seek justice after social media influencer Promtada “Mae Bainard” Nakcharoen, the company director of Tada Gold store,…
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Making waves: Boxwall Flood Barrier leaves sandbags high and dry
Say farewell to drudgery with sandbags, there’s a new player in town, and it’s making quite the splash. The innovative Boxwall Flood Barrier is swiftly outshining traditional sandbags as the ultimate flood defence, particularly highlighted during the recent northern deluge. In a shining example of preparedness, the Shangri-La Hotel in Chiang Mai flaunted its forward-thinking approach by lining up these…
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Investigation launched into police supercar escort on M6 motorway
The head of the Central Investigation Bureau called for an inquiry into motorway police impeding regular traffic to expedite the journey of a billion-baht convoy of luxury vehicles and supercars along an inter-city motorway. Today, October 7, Police Lieutenant General Jirabhop Bhuridej announced that he had instructed Motorway Police to look into grievances from motorists. These complaints alleged that police…
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Crypto mania: Bitcoin set to skyrocket as interest rates plummet
Merkle Capital is forecasting a surge in Bitcoin prices and a flurry of cryptocurrency investments this month, thanks to the global trend of dropping interest rates. Investment wizard Woramet Chansen from Merkle Capital spilled the beans, noting that Bitcoin’s price rocketed over 25% in September. This came hot on the heels of the US Federal Reserve’s first rate cut in…
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Middle East tensions may impact OFFO’s debt repayment strategy
Rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran are anticipated to push global crude oil prices higher, potentially impacting the Oil Fuel Fund Office’s (OFFO) debt repayment strategy, according to a spokesperson from the Energy Ministry. Uncertainty surrounds whether the United States will back potential Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil infrastructure, raising concerns about oil price volatility,…
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Thai abbot removed amid allegations of rape, sexual assault
An acting abbot and future district chief monk from a temple in the Isaan province of Roi Et has been accused of sexually assaulting attractive monks and young novices. Facebook news page Khun Tao Si Suwan Phirom Phakdee shared pictures of the acting abbot along with the sexual misconduct allegations on October 6. The page stated in its caption: “Where…
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Paw-some event: Bangkok set to unleash Pet Fair South East Asia
Hold onto your leashes! Pet Fair South East Asia is set to fetch a new standard in the pet industry, poised to become the tail-wagging talk of the town from October 30 to November 1, in bustling Bangkok. This year’s extravaganza promises to be the ultimate gathering for industry bigwigs and moggies from Asia, Europe, the US, and the Middle…
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Vietnam records highest GDP growth in two years despite typhoon
Vietnam achieved its highest economic growth in two years during the quarter ending in September, driven by robust exports, industrial production, and an increase in foreign investment. This positive development comes despite the devastating impact of Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s strongest typhoon this year. The General Statistics Office reported a 7.4% year-on-year growth in gross domestic product (GDP) for the third…
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Face off: Chinese fraudster has surgery to evade law in Thailand
A Chinese woman fled fraud charges in China, where she caused a loss of 8 million baht, and escaped to Thailand, undergoing cosmetic surgery to hide her identity. A local Thai became suspicious of a foreign woman living in a luxury condominium in the Rama IV neighbourhood of Bangkok and reported her concerns to the Immigration Bureau. The woman reportedly…
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Phuket cries out for fireboats as cruise ship inferno threat looms
A former top naval commander sounded the alarm over the desperate need for fireboats in Phuket, Phang Nga, and Krabi, as the spectre of cruise ship fires haunts these popular holiday hotspots. Rear Admiral Amornchote Sujirat has drawn attention to the glaring absence of firefighting vessels in these bustling maritime provinces, which welcome hordes of marine traffic each year. Fires…
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Thailand gets into gear as US-China tensions boost its economy
As the United States and China continue their economic tug-of-war, Thailand has ultimately emerged as an unexpected beneficiary on the global stage. The Southeast Asian nation is poised to become a formidable player in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, a development that could reshape the automotive landscape in the region and beyond. This revelation came to light during the 4th…
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Jet-ski joyrider in deep water after Patong Beach hit-and-run injures Israeli
Police are in hot pursuit of a reckless jet-ski rider responsible for a shocking hit-and-run incident at Patong Beach that left an Israeli tourist battered and bruised. The drama unfolded around 6.21pm yesterday, October 6, when the unidentified foreigner, piloting a white-and-blue jet-ski, smashed into swimmer Nimrod Filip Solomon before vanishing into the sunset. Reports say the jet-ski collided with…
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Flood rescue attempt claims elderly woman’s life in Chiang Mai
A rescue operation in Chiang Mai’s Nong Phueng sub-district ended in tragedy when a 71 year old woman, identified only as Nupin lost her life after a rescue boat capsized. The incident occurred as rescue teams attempted to evacuate three residents from a flooded house. During the evacuation, the rescue boat overturned in deep, turbulent waters, plunging all three passengers…
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Surin man arrested for wife’s fatal assault, not his first rodeo
A shocking incident unfolded in Surin where a man assaulted his wife to the point that she lost consciousness, and ultimately died. Police swiftly apprehended the suspect, a 26 year old man known as King after he attempted to flee. The gruesome event took place at a motorcycle repair shop in the Kabchoeng district. Police received a report from locals about…
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Thai family prays for son’s release from Hamas captivity in Gaza
The Sriaoun family gathered in their local church in Kut Yang, Udon Thani yesterday, October 6, their voices filled with emotion as they prayed for the safe return of their oldest son, 32 year old Watchara, believed to still be held captive by the Palestinian resistance group Hamas. Watchara Sriaoun is among six Thais believed to be held in Gaza…
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Finance Ministry to open new welfare card registrations in March
The Ministry of Finance plans to open new registrations for the State Welfare Card early next year, around March. This follows the last registration period from September 5 to October 31 back in 2022, aiming to review the eligibility of participants every two years. Currently, the number of registered users has decreased from the previous 14.9 million to approximately 13.5…
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