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Drug addict arrested for assaulting, raping his mother in Bangkok
Police arrested a violent drug addict at a condominium in Bangkok for assaulting and raping his mother over several years. The mother’s employer and the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive helped the victim seek justice. The employer of the 69 year old reported the incident to Saimai Survive on Tuesday, April 25, and the organisation came to the aid of the…
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Chatu Mongol Sonakul to lead new Thai Chana Party into historic election
The Thai Chana Party was officially launched yesterday, with Chatu Mongol Sonakul being nominated as its sole prime ministerial candidate. Party leader Jakkraphong Chuenduang, joined by other members, conducted a shrine installation ceremony at the party’s new operations centre on Pradiphat Road. After the ceremony, campaign vehicles were dispatched to traverse Bangkok. Established in 2021, the party plans to field…
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Brazilian court suspends telegram over Neo-Nazi activity
A court in Brazil has demanded a nationwide suspension of the messaging app Telegram due to the company’s failure to provide the information requested by authorities on neo-Nazi groups using the platform. This development follows a series of violent school attacks, one of which may have connections to anti-Semitic activity within some of the app’s groups. Justice Minister Flavio Dino…
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War weapons and drugs found in wreckage of fatal crash in Thailand
A bus and a pickup truck collided in Lop Buri province in central Thailand this morning, killing three people and injuring seven more. Police were shocked to find a stash of drugs, weapons, and ammunition inside the pickup. Officers from Khok Samrong Police Station were informed of a serious crash along the Phahonyothin Road in Moo 12 in Huay Pong…
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Erdogan cancels appearances due to stomach bug
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had to cancel his scheduled appearances yesterday as well as today, as he suffered from a stomach bug, less than three weeks ahead of Turkey‘s critical election. This news came amid a heated campaign, as many consider the upcoming election to be the most significant in Turkey’s post-Ottoman history. Erdogan, aged 69, had three events planned…
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Neighbour’s heroics save 2 year old from near-fatal fall in Chon Buri
A quick-thinking, fleet-footed neighbour helped rescue a two year old girl just in time as she fell from the second floor roof of her house in Chon Buri. Luckily, the child only suffered mild injuries. The 34 year old woman who saved her, Piyanut Suphatsorn, spoke to Channel 7 about the heroic incident on Sunday, April 23. She said she…
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Music teacher seriously injured in Pattaya car accident on Sukhumvit Road
A 33 year old music teacher in Pattaya, Thailand, has been hospitalised with serious injuries after being involved in a car accident with a pickup truck. Chakkrit Juthawipat was driving his BMW sedan along Sukhumvit Road towards Sattahip when the incident occurred around 5.30am yesterday. According to witnesses, Chakkrit was exiting an alley onto the main road when his BMW…
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Russian teacher falls to death from shopping mall car park
A Russian teacher jumped from the roof of a car park at a major shopping mall this morning in Phuket. He was pronounced dead at the scene. At 8.39am, officers at Wichit Police Station were informed that a foreigner had fallen from the car park at a shopping mall in the Mueang district. Police rushed to the scene with doctors from…
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Australian media watchdog criticises Sky News
Australia’s media regulator, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), has criticised the climate coverage on Rupert Murdoch’s Sky News Australia, citing numerous inaccurate and unfair statements that led to the breach of broadcasting rules. The ACMA stated that Sky News Australia, linked to Murdoch’s US-based Fox News, aired incorrect statements in various segments of its Sunday Outsiders programme. After…
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Thai lottery predictions: Discover prominent numbers for May 2 draw
On May 2, several notable lottery numbers have been circulating, generating a buzz amongst those hoping to strike it rich. This article highlights seven noteworthy incidents and sources of these numbers. Numerology enthusiasts have turned to the birth and death dates of the revered monk Luang Por Joy in search of lottery tips. Born on April 3, 1942, and passing…
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Singer Prang Prangthip shares lottery tips and special numbers for fans
In recent times, the talented singer Prang Prangthip has gained much attention not only for her melodious voice but also for her ability to predict lottery numbers. As lottery enthusiasts await the upcoming Thai government lottery draw to be held on Tuesday, May 2, the young singer continues to offer her predictions, which fans eagerly analyse. In addition, Prang has…
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Famous American comedian Conan O’Brien filming in Bangkok (video)
Famous American comedian Conan O’Brien is currently filming in Bangkok, Thailand for a future broadcast. The former late-night talk show host has been updating fans about his progress on social media. On Tuesday, O’Brien tweeted a photo of himself staring with absolute dread at a scorpion-on-a-stick snack. He wrote… “The scorpion here is so much better than the scorpion I…
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China and Russia sign maritime law enforcement agreement
China and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together in the field of maritime law enforcement. This collaboration follows a two-day meeting held in the Russian city of Murmansk, within the Arctic Circle and close to Finland’s border, a new NATO member. The agreement between China’s coastguard and Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) was signed on…
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Vet in Thailand removes 21 pebbles from ‘Jelly’ the pet frog’s belly
A Thai woman took her pet Budgett’s frog “Jelly” to see a vet in Bangkok, Thailand, after she found it looking fatter than usual. An x-ray revealed that the frog ate 21 pebbles and was in some serious trouble. Yesterday, Chulalongkorn University’s Veterinary Medical Aquatic Animals Research Centre (VMARC) posted a series of photos of Jelly’s ordeal on Facebook. VMARC…
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Motorist goes viral for hanging bags of durian on car to avoid smell
A witty motorist attracted attention when they drove around town with bags of durian hanging from their car. The curious incident was caught on camera by another driver who shared the footage on social media. The clip quickly went viral, with netizens amused by the driver’s ingenuity in keeping the famously aromatic fruit outside the vehicle while on the move.…
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Kind Pattaya motorcycle taxi rider returns tourist’s wallet with 13,000 baht
While there are many complaints about drivers and motorcycle taxi riders in Thailand, sometimes, acts of kindness make headlines too. A kind Pattaya motorcycle taxi rider returned a forgotten wallet containing over 13,700 baht in cash to an American tourist. The rider, Nonglak Prakobsap returned the wallet in the early hours of yesterday at 4am. Nonglak spotted the black wallet…
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Man discovers 3-metre tapeworm after rating raw meat
A recent surprising incident saw a man discovering a 3 metre long parasite in his bathroom. A local medical expert provided more information on the case, answering questions about consuming raw food and warning about the risks. Yesterday, a Facebook user named “Soamnoi Toyfun” shared images of a long parasite found in his bathroom, explaining that he never thought this…
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6 Chinese citizens arrested for working in Chon Buri without permits
Thai Police yesterday arrested six Chinese nationals for working in a factory in Chon Buri province without work permits. The Superintendent of the Chon Buri Provincial Immigration Bureau, Parinya Klinkaesorn, told KhaoSod that the Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP), Surachate “Big Joke” Harparn, ordered the Immigration Bureau to crack down on illegal businesses operated by foreigners. As…
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Biden addresses age concerns amid 2024 re-election bid
Joe Biden recently addressed the topic of his age and its impact on the prospects of his 2024 re-election bid. At 80 years old, he is currently the oldest president ever and would be 86 when he stepped down if he wins. Though the veteran Democrat rarely speaks about his age, polls reveal that it is a matter of significant…
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Homeless woman arrested for attacking alleged rapist with meat cleaver in Pattaya
A homeless woman in Pattaya, identified only as Somjit, aged 49, was arrested after using a meat cleaver to attack a man whom she claimed had attempted to rape her. This incident occurred on Monday, April 25 in an abandoned building on Thepprasit Road Soi 9, which serves as Somjit’s shelter. According to her account, on the night of the…
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Xi Jinping, Zelensky discuss peace negotiations in historic phone call
Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a telephone conversation with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky yesterday, with peace negotiations being a central discussion point. This initial communication between the leaders was followed by Russian claims that Ukraine sought to sabotage any endeavours to cease warfare. Beijing proclaims neutrality concerning the conflict in Ukraine. However, despite never denouncing Russia’s invasion, President Xi…
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BP faces shareholder revolt over its changes in strategies
BP, the energy giant, is facing a shareholder revolt today due to its decision to slow its energy transition. Activist investors have pledged to block the re-election of the company’s board of directors’ chief in response. Numerous major UK pension funds have expressed their intention to oppose the renewal of Helge Lund’s mandate during the annual general meeting in London.…
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Bank of Thailand predicts 28 million foreign tourists this year
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) predicts that the Land of Smiles will see 28 million tourists this year. The BoT’s governor, Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, said the BoT expects a 3.6% expansion in the gross domestic product (GDP) for this year. The BoT predicts a GDP growth of 2.9% in the first half of this year from the same period last year,…
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Thai Nationals evacuated from Sudan crisis arrive in Saudi Arabia, await repatriation
The first group of 82 Thai nationals, who have fled the ongoing turmoil in Sudan, arrived at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia yesterday morning. They are awaiting repatriation to Thailand by the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) today, as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The RTAF dispatched three aircraft – two C-130s and an Airbus…
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Mitr Phol Group ranks second in global food industry sustainability assessment
Mitr Phol Group, the world’s second-largest sugar producer and a leader in sustainable development within the agro-industrial sector in Thailand, has recently been ranked second globally for sustainable development in the food production industry in the latest Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) conducted by S&P Global. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Mitr Phol Group has been included in the…
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Disney sues Florida Governor DeSantis over theme park district takeover
Disney filed a lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis yesterday, claiming that his administration’s takeover of the company’s theme park district is part of “a targeted campaign of government retaliation” to punish Disney for exercising its constitutional right to free speech. The escalating conflict between the entertainment giant and DeSantis, who is a potential Republican presidential candidate for 2024, has…
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Free circumcision program for young Muslim in Pattaya a cut above the rest
In Pattaya, a recent initiative sponsored by Nongprue Subdistrict has enabled young Muslim males to receive circumcisions, a significant aspect of their faith. Nongprue Mayor Winai Inpitak introduced the programme on April 25 at the Nurul Yaqeen Mosque alongside Pairoj Yuttanava, who serves as the chairman of the Nernplubwan 6 Community. While circumcision is typically carried out on male infants,…
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3 words banned at Thailand’s airports
Unless you want to land yourself a prison sentence and a hefty fine, there are three words you should avoid saying in Thai airports and during flights, warns Airports of Thailand (AOT). AOT took to Facebook yesterday to remind passengers of their policy of what is unacceptable to say and do in an airport following the controversy caused by a…
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China offers engine substitutes for Thai submarine project with benefits
Chinese authorities have committed to meeting three conditions concerning warranty, compensation, and safety if the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) opts for a Chinese-produced engine to replace a German-made one for an S26T Yuan-class submarine being assembled in China, according to Navy commander Adm Choengchai Chomchoengpaet. Following a recent meeting with China’s navy chief and defence minister, Adm Choengchai revealed that…
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Man stabbed to death in shopping mall near Bangkok
A man was stabbed to death after a silly staring row in the Zeer Rangsit shopping mall in the Lam Luk Ka district of Pathum Thani province near Bangkok last night. The attacker surrendered himself to the police at the murder scene. Officers from Khu Kot Police Station and a rescue team arrived at the murder scene at 9pm and discovered…
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