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Unraveling the mystery: Ancient wooden pillow from Thailand stirs online buzz
The Facebook page Here at 8 Strips sparked a wave of intrigue online after posting an image of an antique wooden object, a common household item in days gone by, but unfamiliar to the current generation. The post rapidly went viral, attracting a flood of guesswork comments from netizens, suggesting it could be anything from a water pot base, book…
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Baht bus bash: Reckless ride rattles Bangkok, leaves commuters with multiple injuries
A reckless driving incident involving a baht bus and a regular public bus resulted in multiple injuries in the Min Buri district, Bangkok. The collision occurred at around 11am this morning, on the inbound lane near Soi Ramkhamhaeng 203/1. The baht bus, a Hilux Vigo with a yellow registration plate, was severely damaged. Ten passengers suffered injuries, seven women and…
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Northeast Thailand: Monsoon season wrecks havoc on paddy fields, farmers scramble
A dramatic shift in weather patterns during the late monsoon season has wreaked havoc on the paddy fields in the Nakhon Ratchasima province. Heavy rainfall coupled with strong winds, which are typical of the monsoon season in Thailand, has resulted in the collapse of rice crops, causing significant damage to farmers in the Khorat Plateau region. The extreme conditions have…
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Cliffhanger crisis: Thai woman injured after climbing on car to stop her husband and mistress
A Thai woman sought a legal advisor to file a lawsuit after she was injured when climbing onto her husband’s car to stop him from driving off with his mistress. The woman named Bee urged Channel 3 to share her story with the public while appealing for anyone with legal knowledge to help her file a lawsuit against her husband’s…
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Circus chaos: Lion’s great escape leaves Italian residents in a ‘purr-suit’ of safety (video)
“The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” so the 1982 pop classic by Tight Fit goes but that wasn’t the case for a lion in Italy named Kimba who escaped from the Ronnie Roller Circus troupe and roamed the streets of Ladispoli, causing the local authorities to urge residents to stay indoors for their safety. A video of the eight-year-old lion ambling past…
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Phuket plot twist: Hotel worker arrested over violent gang attack
An unfolding story from Phuket has led to the arrest of a hotel worker in Karon, who was implicated in a violent gang-related attack that happened back in August. The hotel worker, known only as Mr USA, was apprehended by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) earlier today, in front of the hotel where he was currently employed. The report provided…
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Southern Thailand: Russian tourist’s rental vehicle plummets into ditch in Trang
In Trang province, a Russian tourist‘s rental vehicle veered off the main road, plunging into a deep roadside ditch. No one was harmed in the incident, as reported by the Phuket Tourist Police. A message was dispatched yesterday from Phuket Tourist Police’s headquarters, detailing the incident. The report revealed the car’s occupant was a Russian tourist, who rented a Honda sedan…
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No bribery found in Sukhumvit Road collapse incident, Bangkok police claim
A recent police investigation has concluded that there was no bribery involved in the incident of an overloaded truck causing a cover at a roadworks site on Sukhumvit Road to collapse last week. The truck’s high weight was initially suspected to be due to bribery, which allowed it to exceed the maximum load limit. The suspicion was triggered by a…
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Sign of abundance: Shocking pink millipede spotted in Thai forest
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) shared some good news on the discovery of a shocking pink millipede at the Hup Pa Tat limestone in the Pathun Mountain Non-hunting Area in the central province of Uthai Thani. The appearance of the arthropod is an indicator showing the area is abundant with them. The DNP posted a…
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO sells for US$51.7 million at Sotheby’s becoming second most expensive car
A 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has been sold for a staggering US$51.7 million ( 18.6 million baht) at Sotheby’s in New York, making it the second most costly car ever auctioned. The sleek red vehicle had been held by an American collector for the preceding 38 years. The record for the highest auction price is still held by a Mercedes…
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Global sugar shortage anticipated despite increased production in Brazil, Russia, China
A report by CovrigAnalytics released yesterday revealed an anticipated global sugar shortage. The deficit is estimated to be 2.4 million metric tonnes in the 2023/24 crop year, marking an increase of 200,000 tonnes from previous expectations. Despite increased sugar production in Brazil, Russia, and China, the shortfall in output from India and Thailand, due to inadequate humidity, will not be…
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Burglars meet their charm: Upscale heist takes a mystical turn with revered Thai amulets
A burglary at a home in an upscale residential area took an unexpected turn when the robbers came across two revered Thai amulets, known as Phee Jook and Phee Junthima. The sacred objects, which were believed to be guardians of the house, startled the intruders, leading them to flee the scene. The homeowner confirmed they’ve been venerating these amulets for…
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Thai tourism minister rejects proposal for Chinese police to protect tourists
Tourism Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakitkosol stressed there will be no policy allowing Chinese police to participate in the protection of Chinese tourists in Thailand. She firmly believes in the potential of Thai police to instil confidence and does not anticipate any negative impact on the number of Chinese tourists. At 9.20am this morning, at the Government House, Sudawan, the Minister of…
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Bangkok trash talk: BMA sparks a green revolution with electric trucks and waste-to-energy wonders
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is making strides to modernise waste management in the city, with plans to introduce electric garbage trucks and construct two additional waste-to-energy (WTE) plants. Deputy permanent secretary of the BMA, Chatree Wattanakajorn, announced this progressive move yesterday. The BMA has successfully negotiated a contract permitting a private firm to construct the WTE plants at waste…
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Drunk soldier rescued after showing off to woman by jumping into canal in central Thailand
The Sawang Rattana Trai Rescue Team successfully rescued a drunk Thai soldier who, in an attempt to impress a woman, jumped into a canal under the Rattana Makkah Bridge in the central province of Saraburi and nearly drowned. Police received a report of a drunk Thai soldier jumping into the canal at 9pm yesterday, November 13, and coordinated with the…
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Man catches fiancée cheating with cousin, livestreams the drama with family
A man from the United States was left in shock after discovering his fiancée in a compromising position with an unexpected individual. His unique retaliation involved livestreaming the event, to the surprise of their family and friends. The story has become an online sensation, with some commending his revenge as “nuclear,” and others questioning if his actions were too extreme.…
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China: Young maintenance worker loses life fixing faulty escalator
An accident involving a faulty escalator took the life of a 22 year old maintenance worker at a shopping centre in Guiyang City, Guizhou province, China. The individual, while servicing a faulty escalator, was abruptly engulfed by the mechanism and subsequently perished. The incident, as reported by HK01, occurred in a commercial centre where the escalator had been experiencing issues.…
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Massive manhunt underway for fugitive Chaowalit in Banthad mountain range
A massive manhunt involving over 400 police officers and state officials is underway for fugitive Chaowalit Thongduang, also known as Sia Paeng. The search is concentrated on the Banthad mountain range, according to National Police Chief, Police General Torsak Sukvimol, who briefed the press on Monday. The clothes discovered recently within the mountain range have tested positive for Chaowalit’s DNA,…
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Teen trauma in Nonthaburi: Violent attack leaves 15 year old student in serious condition
A violent attack left a 15 year old secondary school student seriously injured in Nonthaburi province. The teenager was attacked by a group of youths, leading to significant injuries to his head and left arm. The incident took place yesterday around 5.30pm, outside a residential building where the victim, known as A, sought help. A narrated the harrowing experience, explaining…
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TikTok travel agency lures Thai woman into prostitution in Myanmar
The Pavena Foundation for Children and Women rescued three traumatised Thai women who suffered a mortifying experience after they were lured into prostitution in Myanmar. One of the victims was sold to a brothel after booking a holiday with a travel agency on TikTok. The victims recounted their unfortunate fate in Myanmar during an interview with Channel 3 yesterday, November…
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Sino-Thai rail project advances with 13.3km track deal in Ayutthaya
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is set to ink a deal this month with Boonchai Panich (1979) Co Ltd, for the construction of a 13.3-kilometre rail track between Ban Pho and Phra Kaeo in Ayutthaya province. This development is a part of the ambitious Sino-Thai rail project stretching from Bangkok to Nong Khai. Nirut Maneephan, SRT’s governor, unveiled this…
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Central Thailand: Teenager’s firearm malfunction leads to near-fatal confrontation with coconut gatherer
A near-fatal incident occurred when an armed teenager confronted a coconut gatherer, only to have his firearm malfunction, sparing the victim‘s life. The incident was caught on video and shared on social media by a local shop owner. The victim and witnesses have reported the incident to the local police, but claim that the authorities have shown little interest, leading…
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Screenplay takes tragic turn: Israeli director films final scene at Thai actor’s funeral
An Israeli short film director travelled to Thailand to offer his condolences to the family of a Thai actor, who lost his life in the Israel-Hamas war, and shoot the final scene of the movie at the actor’s funeral. According to the Thai Labour Ministry, 9,023 Thai workers in Israel were safely evacuated to Thailand while 20,843 Thai people continued working…
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Hair-raising drama unfolds on social media as customer curls up in shock over salon’s 7,000 baht bill, sparking online uproar
A customer’s shocked post on social media about a hair salon’s inflated price has drawn the attention and criticism of netizens. Today (November 14), the disgruntled customer took to social media to express her surprise at a hair treatment bill of 7,000 baht (US$195), which was significantly higher than the salon’s advertised prices. The customer posted a picture and wrote…
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Domestic violence shocks Sattahip: Ex-prisoner son assaults mother
The tranquillity of the quaint town of Sattahip, nestled in the province of Chon Buri, was shattered yesterday, as a disconcerting incident of domestic violence came to light. A 51 year old single mother bore the brunt of an assault allegedly perpetrated by her own son, a 28 year old man recently released from prison. Identified as Ratchaphon, the son’s…
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Juvenile protest shakes Nakhon Ratchasima detention centre
Nakhon Ratchasima was the epicentre of a juvenile protest on November 10, as over 40 minors rallied against alleged injustice within a juvenile detention centre. The minors accused the correctional officers of unwarranted harassment and punishment. A significant demand put forth by the protest leaders was the reinstatement of their young activist leader, whose identity is being withheld due to…
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Thai rangers seize 200,000 amphetamine pills after clash with drug traffickers
A deadly clash between Thai rangers and suspected drug traffickers broke out late at night on November 11, at Mae Fah Luang, Chiang Rai. The conflict ended with one trafficker lifeless and the seizure of 200,000 amphetamine pills, as confirmed by officials from the Pha Muang Army. The Pha Muang Army officials explained that their investigative team had received a…
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Retired soldier fatally shot during temple ceremony in Nadi
The tranquillity of a religious ceremony at the Burana Sattha Tham temple in Nadi, Prachinburi was abruptly shattered by gunfire at 12.20pm on November 11. The shocking incident, which took place in 2023, resulted in one fatality, a 63 year old retired soldier, identified as 2nd Lieutenant Natthakit Prasankok. Nadi police officers, swiftly dispatched to the scene, found the victim…
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Star Petroleum predicts global oil price drop despite high energy demand
Star Petroleum Refining Plc predicts a decrease in global oil prices for the remainder of the year despite robust energy demand. The reduction in prices is anticipated due to a potential surplus among key oil producers, according to Sakchai Thamsuruk, the manager for supply and planning at the petroleum company. The global oil industry is closely observing Saudi Arabia and…
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Jackpot jigsaw: Decoding this week’s lottery statistics as risk-takers await November 16 draw
The lottery statistics for this week’s upcoming draw have been released, offering a chance for risk-takers to analyse the numbers. The standout numbers and the strong contenders are ready for evaluation. The main question is, what numbers will be drawn on this day, November 16? The lottery result for November 16, 2022, saw the first prize number as 121789. The…
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