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Infinito helps hotels in Thailand with revenue management
Maximising revenue and profit–isn’t 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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UK’s Illegal Migration Bill could cost £6bn over two years
The UK government’s proposed Illegal Migration Bill could cost up to £6 billion over the next two years, according to internal projections. The bill, which is currently under debate in Parliament, would grant ministers the authority to remove anyone entering the UK illegally and bar them from seeking asylum. The government argues that the legislation is necessary due to the…
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Russian tourist drowns in Phuket after ignoring beach red flags
A Russian tourist tragically drowned at Naithon Beach in Phuket, despite lifeguards’ warnings and red flags prohibiting swimming in the area. The incident occurred yesterday, marking the fourth drowning in Phuket within the past week and the second involving a Russian national, The Phuket News reported. The man entered the water around 4pm, ignoring the red flags signalling dangerous conditions.…
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Thai woman trapped in Dubai seeking 100k ransom, desperate parents plead for help
A Thai mother is pleading with authorities to help her 38 year old daughter, who is being held captive in Dubai and forced to work to repay a debt. The daughter had travelled to Dubai to work since mid-April, however, her captors now demand a ransom of 100,000 baht. The tearful parent, 59 year old Pranuan, informed police in Udon…
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Survey reveals drivers’ bizarre motorway behaviour and learner law ignorance
A recent survey conducted by AA Driving School revealed that almost 50% of drivers have observed other motorists crossing the chevrons to re-enter a motorway after mistakenly taking the wrong exit. The study questioned 13,000 drivers about unusual driving behaviours they had witnessed on UK motorways. Additionally, 49% of respondents reported seeing drivers using the hard shoulder when it was…
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Inappropriate performance at renowned Thai temple event sparks criticism
An inappropriate performance sparked criticism during a temple event in Thailand‘s northern Phayao province, resulting in public criticism and an impact on the temple’s reputation. The show, featuring the Likay troupe, displayed some explicit adult scenes not suitable for a family audience. The performance was held during an annual event held between May 25 and June 3. Viewers were shocked…
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Sleeping Thai man attacked with acid, suspect flees neighbouring room
A 46 year old Thai man was attacked with acid while asleep in his rented room in Thailand’s central Samut Prakan province. The neighbouring room’s tenant, who had a previous altercation with the victim, disappeared after the incident. Officers from Samut Prakan’s Samrong Nuea station were notified at 4pm yesterday about a man who had been splashed with acid in…
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Deadly India train collision raises fresh concerns over railway safety
A deadly train collision in India on Friday evening has left at least 261 people dead and 1,000 injured. The incident involved two high-speed passenger trains and a stationary freight train in the eastern state of Odisha. The cause of the accident is yet to be determined, but it has raised concerns about railway safety in the country. India’s vast…
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UK’s hottest day this year as temperatures reach 26C in west
The United Kingdom is experiencing its warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures potentially reaching 26C (79F) in the western regions. This could surpass the previous high of 25.1C (77F) recorded in Porthmadog on Tuesday. The Met Office predicts that the record-breaking heat may occur in Wales or southwest England. Meteorologist Rachel Ayers explained that similar areas in…
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Egyptian officer kills three Israeli soldiers during drug smuggling pursuit
A rare incident on the Israeli side of the border with Egypt resulted in the death of three Israeli soldiers, allegedly killed by an Egyptian security officer. The armed forces of both nations are jointly investigating the unusual occurrence. Egypt claims that the officer crossed into Israel while pursuing drug traffickers. The Israeli military believes the shootings are linked to…
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Russian strike injures 20 in Dnipro, children among victims
A suspected Russian strike in Ukraine’s central city of Dnipro has left 20 people injured, with concerns that more individuals may be trapped beneath the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared a video of rescue workers searching the remains of a collapsed two-storey building. An official reported that among the victims were five children and a man who was pulled…
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UK ticket-holder claims £111.7m EuroMillions jackpot, surpasses celebrity wealth
A EuroMillions jackpot of £111.7 million has been claimed by a UK ticket-holder, following Friday’s draw. The lottery operator, Camelot, confirmed that a claim has been submitted and will undergo the necessary validation process. Once the ticket is validated and the prize paid, the winner can decide whether to reveal their identity to the public. This individual will become the…
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Met officer sacked for stalking woman after relationship ends
A Metropolitan Police officer has been dismissed from the force after being found guilty of stalking a woman he met while on duty. PC Jonathan Simon received a 16-week suspended prison sentence in April for his actions, which were deemed to be gross misconduct. District judge Daniel Sternberg, who sentenced Simon at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, stated that the officer had…
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Man arrested at FA Cup final for offensive Hillsborough disaster shirt
An individual was taken into custody at the FA Cup final held at Wembley Stadium for wearing a Manchester United shirt containing a derogatory reference to the Hillsborough disaster, where 97 Liverpool supporters lost their lives. A photograph of the man’s shirt, featuring the number 97 and the words ‘Not enough,’ was shared on Twitter by an account seemingly belonging…
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Boris Johnson risks losing public funding over COVID inquiry defiance
The UK government has cautioned former Prime Minister Boris Johnson that he could lose public funding for legal advice if he attempts to “frustrate or undermine” the government’s stance on the COVID inquiry. According to the Sunday Times, Cabinet Office lawyers informed Johnson that public funds would “cease to be available” if he violates conditions, such as disclosing evidence without…
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Gundogan’s double secures FA Cup win, Manchester City eye Treble
Manchester City triumphed over Manchester United with a 2-1 victory in the FA Cup final, keeping their Treble dream alive. Ilkay Gundogan set a new record by scoring the fastest goal in FA Cup final history, only 12 seconds into the match at Wembley. The City captain’s stunning volley took United by surprise, but the latter managed to equalise in…
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Egyptian policeman kills three Israeli soldiers near border
A shooting incident near the Egypt-Israel border has resulted in the deaths of three Israeli soldiers and left others injured. Early on Saturday, a male and a female soldier were found dead at an army post after failing to respond to calls. A third Israeli soldier and the alleged attacker, identified as an Egyptian policeman, were killed during a subsequent…
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Epsom Derby disrupted as protester detained, 19 arrested over sabotage plans
A demonstrator was apprehended by authorities after entering the racecourse at the Epsom Derby. This follows the arrest of 19 individuals over plans to interfere with the event. Animal Rising, an animal rights group, had announced its intention to sabotage the event despite a High Court injunction. Surrey Police stated that 11 individuals were detained at Mitcham and Byfleet addresses…
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Elderly woman killed in dog attack; two arrested in Warwickshire
A tragic incident occurred in Bedworth, Warwickshire, when a woman in her 70s was fatally attacked by a dog. The police were called to Kathleen Avenue at 3.50pm on Friday, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. A 52-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of possessing a banned dog breed and owning a…
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Bangkok police relocate officers amid probe into illegal Chinese club drug operation
Police officers of Makkasan station reassigned following illegal drug raid at a Chinese nightclub in Bangkok‘s Petchaburi area. A committee has been formed by the Commander-in-chief of the Metropolitan Police Division 1 to investigate any potential misconduct and relevant benefits received by officers. Today, Police Lieutenant Colonel Athaphon Wongsiripri-da, the commander of the Metropolitan Police Division 1, issued transfer orders…
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Thai Rice NAMA initiative offers eco-friendly rice giveaway for farmers
Bangchak Corporation Limited has selected Thai Rice NAMA as a token of appreciation for customers on World Environment Day, in support of Thai farmers using innovative growing techniques to combat climate change. By fuelling vehicles for 900 baht, patrons can receive a free 200 gram pack of Thai Rice NAMA, worth 15 baht, from June 5 to 30 (or until…
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Thai worker falls into cement mixer, saved by off-switch
A 50 year old worker narrowly escaped death after falling into a large cement mixer at the Saeng Charoen Concrete Mix (2022) company in Thailand‘s southern Patthalung province. Quick thinking by a coworker, who switched off the machine, enabled rescuers to extract the man using cutting equipment. At around 10.45am this morning, officers of the Pa Bon police station, with…
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India’s worst train crash this century leaves dozens dead in Odisha
A devastating train collision occurred in the eastern Odisha state of India on Friday evening, resulting in the worst railway accident the country has experienced this century. The incident involved two passenger trains and a freight train, with several carriages from the Shalimar-Chennai Coromandel Express derailing in Balasore district and colliding with a stationary goods train. Consequently, a number of…
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Man arrested after woman fatally stabbed in Greater Manchester
A man, 28 years old, has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 51-year-old woman in Greater Manchester. The incident occurred on Edge Lane in Droylsden, where police were called to the scene around midday on Friday. The woman, who had been stabbed, tragically died at the location. Greater Manchester Police confirmed that…
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Thai delivery driver asleep at the wheel, killing himself and 2 others
A tragic accident occurred today, involving a pick-up truck and a private car in Sairok district of Thailand‘s Kanchanaburi province. The collision resulted in the loss of three lives, including a husband and wife who were on holiday. The suspected cause of the incident is the truck driver’s drowsiness while driving. At the scene of the accident, a white Toyota…
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Chinese tourists arrested in illegal Bangkok party at Diamond karaoke venue
Bangkok‘s Huai Khwang district authorities shut down Meree Spa and Massage centre after discovering that Diamond KTV Club hosted a party for 48 Chinese tourists taking drugs. Police arrested all the offenders, seizing various types of narcotics and related items. The district office has revoked the venue’s license for five years, with authorities now investigating the actual owner of the…
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Man claims political ties, dines and dashes at Pattaya restaurant
There’s been a dine and dash incident in Thailand. In Pattaya, a man claiming to know with a prominent politician allegedly left a local Thai restaurant without paying his bill, which amounted to nearly a thousand baht. Jinwara Rebedef, the owner of the ‘Gin Gab Gia’ restaurant on Thepprasit Road, spoke to The Pattaya News about the incident and provided CCTV…
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Luxury karaoke club inspected in Pattaya to prevent foreigner crimes (video)
Last night, Pattaya officers conducted an inspection at a luxury karaoke venue, Tomorrow Land Club, located on Pattaya Third Road. The inspection aimed to prevent crimes, particularly those involving foreigners. The venue is known to attract a significant number of foreign customers, especially Chinese nationals. Around 50 officers, led by Chonburi Deputy Commander Colonel Patikorn Sornchai, Pattaya City Police Chief…
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Cops arrest Lao woman for trafficking teen in Narathiwat karaoke bar
In a raid last night on a karaoke bar in the main city district of South Thailand’s Narathiwat province, cops arrested a 35 year old Lao woman on charges of allegedly luring a 14 year old girl into the flesh trade. The suspect, known only as Souk, was the owner of the Seechompu karaoke bar in the Bang Nak sub-district,…
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Aussie couple busted in Phuket for stealing 2.5 million from Chinese victim
In Phuket, an Australian couple was busted after allegedly stealing 2.5 million baht in a scam on May 31. Gao Jianjia, a 35 year old Chinese national, reported the incident to the Phaholyothin Police on May 29. He had posted online that he was interested in purchasing digital money through Binance, and a suspect contacted him via the Telegram application…
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Man City’s treble threat looms over Man United’s cherished legacy
Liverpool takes pride in their six Champions League titles and Istanbul, while Arsenal boasts the Invincibles, and Manchester United treasures the treble and their night in Barcelona. Each club holds their legacy dear. However, Manchester United’s greatest accomplishment is at risk of being matched by their local rivals, Manchester City, who are just two games away from achieving their own…
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