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Thai girl battles rhabdomyolysis after harsh school punishment in northern Thailand
A tale of a young girl in the eighth grade, known only as Lalida, sparked outrage in the small tambon Klang community of Selaphum district, Roi Et. Lalida is currently battling a severe case of rhabdomyolysis, a dangerous affliction that involves the breakdown of injured skeletal muscle. This condition has rendered her unable to walk and she remains confined to…
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Vape escape: 16 year old’s lung goes bust after e-cigarette causes collapse
The health of a 16 year old child who smoked e-cigarettes raised alarm when an X-ray revealed air leakage in the right lung, causing the lung to collapse. According to Tevin Chakrayanuyok, a cardiologist states that the dangers of vaping are more serious than many people realise, urging those who can quit to do so. Tevin Chakrayanuyok, a cardiologist, shared…
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Good Samaritans rescue distressed intern student from suicide attempt in Nonthaburi
An intern student, distressed to the point of attempting suicide by running into traffic and self-harming with a knife, was rescued by Good Samaritans. The alarming mental state of the young woman, identified only as Da, a 21 year old student undergoing an internship, was reported around 11pm yesterday near Bang Kruai-Sai Noi Road, opposite Praya Banlue Gate, in Nonthaburi…
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Acid attack on Thai teenager sparks manhunt in Buriram
A brutal acid attack on an 18 year old woman and two others at a roadside food stall resulted in serious injuries. The incident occurred yesterday, around 2pm, in the town of Nang Rong in Buriram province, approximately 500 metres from Nang Rong Police Station. The location of the assault was a food stall owned by 63 year old Ta,…
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Mother seeks justice for son’s alleged police abuse, forced confession
A distraught mother is seeking justice, claiming that local police in Ayutthaya abused her adult son. She explains that police arrested her son on theft charges, and then physically abused him while he was in custody. She alleges that they even forced him to admit to a rape charge. Meoy, the 59 year old woman raised concerns about her son’s…
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Purse-snatching duo nabbed by Bangkok police
The Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has been notified of a criminal gang’s activities involving purse-snatching operations in shopping malls and populous communities throughout Bangkok. With clearly defined roles, one individual distracts the victim while another steals their handbags before making a quick escape. Sub-Lieutenant Theeradej Thamsuthee, MPB Commander, dispatched the MPB detectives and Detective 111 to investigate this purse-snatching gang.…
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Prayut reflects on PM term: Thailand’s journey to progress
Outgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha concluded his nine-year term, taking to Facebook to share his reflections and achievements. He described the tenure as the most significant and memorable of his life. Prayut highlighted Thailand’s considerable progress, attributing its development to nine specific areas. Under Prayut’s leadership, Thailand initiated an unprecedented 20-year national strategy, directing the country’s trajectory and ensuring the…
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Chinese woman has nine children in 13 years, wants 12 to represent zodiac
A Chinese woman has defied the norm by giving birth to nine children in just 13 years. Her motivation? To ensure her husband’s excellent genes are fully utilised. The 34 year old Tian met her husband Jiao in senior high school. After graduating from university, they wed immediately and welcomed their first child, a girl, in 2010. Aspiring to have a…
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Teacher: No sympathy for student with broken leg forced to climb stairs for exam
A student with a broken leg was forced by a teacher to climb stairs and attend an exam, despite the physical difficulty. The student expressed disappointment over the lack of empathy and understanding from the teacher, leading to an outpouring of sympathy from the online community but also concerns over potential legal consequences. The exchange was brought to light via…
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Dangerous photo stunt goes viral as airline staff pose on Boeing wing
A startling video clip, capturing airline staff members posing for photos and dancing on the wing of a Boeing 777 aircraft, has ignited worldwide controversy. The engaging but potentially dangerous stunt was performed while the flight awaited departure for Zurich. The video, captured by passengers from inside the terminal, showcased flight attendants and ground crew members of a Swiss International…
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Man arrested for theft of valuables worth 10 million baht from friend’s home
A suspected thief has been arrested by police, following the alleged theft of 10 million baht worth of valuables from a friend’s house. The suspect was taken into custody today. The arrest came after a complaint lodged by 39 year old Trairat, a motorcycle shop owner from Phatthalung province. Trairat met 30 year old Suphanarin several years ago while working…
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Youth gang clash turns Pattaya beach into battleground: One shot, one stabbed
A chaotic brawl erupted on Pattaya beach as two rival youth gangs clashed, resulting in one teenager being shot in the leg and another stabbed multiple times. The incident, which occurred late last night, left tourists fleeing in panic, as officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station rushed to the scene. The beachfront, located approximately 100 metres from the Mueang Pattaya…
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Two jobless teens nabbed for armed robbery to buy booze
Two Thai teenagers, aged 18 and 19, were arrested by the police for their involvement in an armed robbery at a Bangkok convenience store. The suspects confessed to committing the crime due to unemployment and their desire to buy alcohol. The incident took place at around 6.30pm on August 24. The men, identified as 18 year old Sai and 19…
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Thunderstorm warnings across 32 provinces, high waves hit southern seas
The Thai Meteorological Department warned of thunderstorms across 32 provinces, including Bangkok, with approximately 30% of the areas expected to be affected. This comes as the southern seas experience high waves, prompting a cautionary notice to seafarers today. The weather forecast for the next 24 hours indicates the presence of a southwesterly monsoon covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the…
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Luxury cars worth over 35 million baht in dramatic Kent truck crash
A recent collision involving a transport truck carrying nine supercars has left a trail of devastation in Kent, England. The incident occurred on Wednesday, resulting in a chaotic scene of overturned and damaged luxury cars, some even flipped upside down. The combined value of these high-end cars exceeds US$1 million, equivalent to more than 35 million baht. The affected luxury…
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Brawl over boat pricing to Koh Larn erupts at Laem Bali Hai pier
Tourists were left in shock as a group of people herding guests aboard a boat to Koh Larn erupted into a brawl over pricing at the Laem Bali Hai pier in Chon Buri province. The video clip of the incident, which transpired yesterday, was released a day later and showed the two groups engaged in a heated and violent confrontation.…
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Calls for CCTV footage to verify Thaksin Shinawatra’s health claims
Political activist Jatuporn Prompan called on the Department of Corrections (DoC) and the Police General Hospital to disclose CCTV footage to address public concerns surrounding the health condition of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Jatuporn, who has been imprisoned five times, pointed out that all inmates’ actions, including their medical treatments and transfers, are documented through CCTV. He stated on…
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Pattaya nightclub’s risqué show sparks controversy and calls for censoring
A wave of concern has swept across social media in Pattaya, sparked by a woman’s invitation to an erotic show at a local nightclub. The woman, known only as Kat, shared a post on her personal Facebook page, encouraging people to attend her risqué performance with a male partner at the NEW SEASON 88 nightclub. Alongside her call to action,…
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Thailand’s FDA ramps up seafood inspection following Fukushima wastewater discharge
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is holding back on any immediate action following the discharge of wastewater from Japan’s damaged Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean on August 24. This detail was shared by Lertchai Lertvut, the FDA’s deputy secretary-general. Lertchai stated that the FDA has been in conversation with the Department of Fisheries, the Office of Atoms…
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Bangkok teen shot dead, linked to previous conflict
A teen has been fatally shot in front of a Bangkok home, causing shock in the local community. The victim, aged 16, was a student at Bangkok Industrial Technology College in his second year. He was shot by unidentified assailants while riding their motorbikes. A Honda Wave 125i motorcycle, with licence plate number 8 KT 5644 Bangkok, was found near…
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Birmingham couple’s midday bus sex sparks public outrage
A midday public display of intimacy on a bus in the bustling southern Bristol Street of Birmingham, West Midlands, England, left onlookers aghast. In a country where public transportation passengers are known to be quiet and polite, the English couple who were engaging in a sex act on the bus were caught and their actions sparked outrage among the local…
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Teen’s self-gratification habit linked to academic stress
A grade 11 girl’s habit of constant self-gratification, was discovered when her mother noticed several irregularities and decided to seek medical help. It was found that the teenager’s abnormal behaviour was triggered by academic stress. As the girl moved into grade 11, her mother observed several abnormalities in her daughter, whom she described as having a beautiful face and charming…
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Chumphon highway crash claims three lives, investigation ongoing
A disturbing road accident involving several vehicles occurred on Asia Highway 41, Chumphon province, Thailand, leading to serious injuries and multiple fatalities. The incident was reported at 11pm yesterday, near kilometre markers 26-27 in Korn Sub-district, Sawi District. The crash site was a chaotic scene, with a blue Toyota Revo pickup truck, licence plate 9307 Phetchaburi, transporting vegetables capsized and…
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Thai AirAsia targets 40% domestic market share by 2023, plans Japan expansion
Thai AirAsia, a leading low-cost airline, has set a goal to command 40% of the passenger market share domestically by the close of 2023. This comes as the airline intends to introduce two additional routes in Japan in the upcoming year. In a revealing disclosure, Santisuk Klongchaiya, the Chief Executive of Thai AirAsia, mentioned that the airline’s market share in…
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Siriraj Hospital partners with Cariva to bolster Thailand’s medical AI ecosystem
Siriraj Hospital‘s Faculty of Medicine, under Mahidol University, is partnering with local artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, Cariva (Thailand), to utilise AI technology in enhancing medical treatment and developing innovative medical products and services. This collaboration is aimed at solidifying Thailand’s reputation as a medical hub and facilitating the export of AI-driven healthcare innovations to the Asia-Pacific region. Dr Apichat Asavamongkolkul,…
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Human foot remains found in dismantled vehicle after 3-month-old fatal accident
The remains of a human foot, missing for almost three months, were discovered during the dismantling of a car in a garage in Phetchabun. The eerie foot discovery coincided with the finding of a lottery ticket matching the vehicle’s registration number. On August 24, around 4pm, the Sri Thep Rescue team in Phetchabun province was alerted by the Sri Thep…
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UPDATE: Thai passengers ejected from flight over fight with cabin crew over luggage
An update to the original story about a woman from a group complaining on social media to criticise the air hostess and cabin crew for refusing to help her carry the luggage. Prominent YouTuber and influencer, Akaradej Yothajun, known as Benz Apache, recently recounted the same dramatic incident aboard a flight from Vietnam to Thailand. He reported that 16 Thai…
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New PM Srettha visits Phuket, talks airport expansion, busin
The new Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha Thavisin, recently made an official visit to Phuket. He held extensive discussions concerning the proposed expansion of Phuket International Airport and future strategies for the development of the province’s tourism industry. Srettha, renowned for his proactive approach to governance, arrived at Phuket International Airport yesterday around 11am. In a series of meetings with…
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18-wheeler truck overturns and catches fire on Sri Racha motorway
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, an 18-wheeler lorry dramatically overturned on a motorway in Sri Racha, Chon Buri province. The incident took place around 7.30am on August 22. The driver, a Thai national, reportedly dozed off at the wheel, causing the truck to crash and subsequently burst into flames. Emergency services were immediately alerted and dispatched to the scene…
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Criminal steals police gun and man’s motorcycle to flee
A criminal in the city centre of Uttaradit, Thailand, sparked a manhunt when he snatched a police officer’s gun and commandeered a local resident’s motorcycle. The incident prompted a swift response from law enforcement, who quickly mobilised forces to apprehend the suspect. The incident took place at the Ban Ko Red Light Intersection in Uttaradit City in the northern province…
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