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Arrest warrants issued for false reports against Big Joke’s wife
The Bangkok South Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for three individuals, charged with filing false reports against Big Joke’s wife. The incident involves allegations made by 50 year old Sirinadda Hakhapan, the wife of former Deputy Police Chief Police General Surachate Hakparn, aka Big Joke, who reported the matter to Phra Khanong Police Station. The accused include 50 year…
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Laotian vendor arrested for selling Kratom juice near Pattaya Beach
A Laotian vendor found himself in legal trouble after being caught selling Kratom juice near Pattaya Beach just past midnight today. The Pattaya City Police apprehended the suspect, identified as 25 year old Paiwan at 12.36am today, November 23 following complaints from a concerned citizen about the potential health risks posed by the Kratom juice. The arrest unfolded after an…
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Bangkok allocates 14.54 billion baht to settle BTS Skytrain debt
The Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) has sanctioned a substantial budget of 14.54 billion baht for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to address its debt to Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC), the operator of the city’s BTS Skytrain. This decision follows a proposal submitted by Bangkok’s governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, during a BMC meeting. Chadchart presented a draft ordinance requesting the…
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Man busted in UK smuggling cannabis from Thailand to clear debt
A down-and-out drug mule took a gamble to clear his debt to his own mother – and lost big-time at Manchester Airport. Dean Pharoah, who owed cash to his mum, tried to smuggle over £200,000 (approximately 8 million baht) worth of cannabis into the UK after a holiday in Thailand. But UK Border Force officers had their suspicions and swooped…
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Nissan Thailand denies complete shutdown, only partially
Nissan Motors is slashing jobs and scaling down operations in Thailand as it grapples with declining market share and increased competition from Chinese automakers. In a dramatic twist to its global restructuring plan, unconfirmed local reports suggest the Japanese car giant is planning to cut around 1,000 jobs in Thailand—part of a worldwide layoff affecting 9,000 employees announced earlier this…
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Thai court dismisses petition against Thaksin for lack of evidence
Thailand’s Constitutional Court has unanimously dismissed a petition against Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party, citing a lack of credible evidence. This petition, filed by Teerayut Suwankesorn, accused the former prime minister and his party of undermining the constitutional monarchy under Article 49 of the Constitution. The court’s decision, made yesterday, November 22, closes the chapter on these allegations,…
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Electrician fatally electrocuted while fixing fan in Pattaya bar
A tragic incident unfolded on Thursday evening, November 21 on Pattaya Walking Street when an electrician was fatally electrocuted while working on a ceiling fan in an agogo bar. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre received an urgent call at 7.06pm regarding the incident at the newly opened bar, the name of which has been withheld upon request. Emergency teams…
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Thai monk attacked outside Channel 8 TV station in Bangkok (video)
A shocking incident unfolded when a prominent monk known as Phra Teera was assaulted outside a television station. The attack occurred yesterday, November 22, after he appeared on a show at Channel 8, leaving him injured. Phra Teera had just exited the RS building, preparing to take a taxi, when a man suddenly approached and jumped, kicking him forcefully in…
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Pattaya teens return wallet with cash, win public praise
Two Pattaya teens won widespread praise for their remarkable honesty after finding, and returning, a wallet full of cash. In a moment that highlights integrity over temptation, 14 year olds Noppadol Phuphiphat and Phattraraphol Ngao-ngam stumbled upon a wallet with cash and identification in an ice bucket outside a bustling shopping mall in Pattaya late yesterday, November 21. The boys,…
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Sisaket home buyer unreachable as phone gets destroyed in fire
A house recently sold and cleared of paperwork was destroyed by a fire, leaving the former owner unable to contact the new buyer. The fire, which remains unexplained, occurred yesterday evening, November 21, in the Thung Sawang community, Kanthararom district, Sisaket province. Police investigator Prayoon Boonyok received the fire alert at 7pm, with the incident taking place in a single-storey…
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Thailand’s cash handout scheme faces scrutiny before elections
The second phase of Thailand’s 10,000-baht cash handout scheme is under scrutiny for potentially breaching legal boundaries, as the government plans to distribute the funds to four million elderly citizens during the Chinese New Year, just days before the Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) elections. This timing has sparked concerns about its potential influence on the upcoming election outcomes. Somchai Srisutthiyakorn,…
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Thai welfare cardholders must verify eligibility by December 26
Thailand’s Ministry of Finance is urging 1 million holders of the state welfare card to verify their eligibility and confirm their identity by December 26 to secure their benefits. These individuals, part of the 14.5 million registered cardholders, have not yet confirmed their identity, leaving their welfare benefits unclaimed. Julaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance, announced this following a meeting…
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Knife-wielding intoxicated man wreaks havoc in Uthai Thani
A man in a state of distress wielded a knife and threw objects at passing vehicles, causing alarm among locals. This incident unfolded yesterday, November 21 in Uthai Thani province, as police were alerted to a chaotic scene involving a 40 year old Thai man. Upon receiving reports from concerned villagers about a man throwing knives and objects at vehicles…
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Illegal hunter poached in Sri Nakarin Dam National Park
Park officials pursued three hunters in the Sri Nakarin Dam National Park and successfully apprehended one of them, while the other two managed to escape. The operation led to the seizure of two homemade guns and a significant quantity of ammunition. This incident unfolded yesterday, November 21, in the forests of Sri Nakarin Dam in Kanchanaburi province, a region currently…
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Pickup driver killed in lorry crash on M6 in Nakhon Ratchasima
A tragic accident occurred when a pickup truck collided with the rear of a lorry on the M6 motorway, resulting in the pickup losing control and crashing into the central ditch. The driver was killed instantly. The incident unfolded in the early hours, with police receiving reports of the collision at approximately 5.44am today, November 22. Officer Jakrin Sitthipru from…
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Overloaded truck in Phuket sparks road safety concern (video)
A pickup truck in Phuket overloaded with what appeared to be water tanks caught the attention of many when a video showcasing its precarious state was posted online. The clip sparked a discussion about road safety and law enforcement on social media. A Facebook user shared a 33-second video on the เหตุด่วนเหตุร้าย ร่วมด้วยช่วยกัน ภูเก็ต V.2 (Emergency Incidents, Help Together Phuket…
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Minor earthquake rattles Lamphun, Chiang Mai with no damage
An earthquake measuring 2.5 on the Richter scale struck Lamphun, with tremors felt in two districts across two provinces. Occurring at a shallow depth of 1 kilometre, this seismic activity was triggered by the Mae Tha fault line. Residents reported no damage. The Department of Mineral Resources, under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, issued a warning regarding the…
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Second Australian teen falls victim to Laos poisoning tragedy
The unbearable heartache continues for the family of an Australian teen after she tragically died today following a horrific methanol poisoning incident in Laos. Her passing takes the death toll to six. Teenage Holly Bowles passed away in a Thai hospital today, November 22, just a day after her best friend, Bianca Jones, also 19 years old, succumbed to the same…
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Trang monk defrocked after alcohol-fueled disturbance
A monk, involved in a public disturbance while allegedly drunk, insisted on his innocence, claiming he only consumed alcohol and did not use any illegal substances. The incident unfolded near a child development centre in Trang province, raising concerns among the local community. Law enforcement received a report about a monk and a layperson causing a commotion. Upon arrival, officers…
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Thai man accuses 11 police of illegal raid and attempted extortion
A Thai man travelled from the northern province of Lamphun to Bangkok to seek help after 11 police officers allegedly illegally raided his home and attempted to extort 3,000 baht per month from him. The 47 year old man, identified as Wongsaphat, sought assistance from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) in Bangkok because he no longer trusted local police in…
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AirAsia plans low-cost hubs in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur
Well-known discount airline AirAsia is setting its sights on replicating the global connectivity success of Dubai but with a low-cost twist centred in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. After navigating the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the airline is eager to expand its network and leave its tumultuous past during the pandemic behind. Tony Fernandes, the founder of AirAsia, envisions using…
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Fire in Samut Sakhon causes over 50 million baht damage (video)
A massive fire engulfed two major fan manufacturing companies in Samut Sakhon, causing damages exceeding 50 million baht. The incident began with an explosion-like sound near a security booth shortly after midnight yesterday, November 21. The blaze erupted at the TKT fan manufacturing facilities, located in Nadee, Mueang district, Samut Sakhon. Both companies affected are situated in the same area…
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Bangkok students assaulted, stripped, blackmailed by classmates
Two female students from a vocational college in Bangkok are seeking justice after being physically assaulted by three classmates and forced to undress in front of a camera. The victims, identified as 18 year old A and 16 year old B, contacted social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet for assistance, fearing they would not receive justice after filing a complaint…
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Thai worker abandoned in Israel after hospital discharge (video)
A Thai worker in Israel who, after being discharged from the hospital, found himself abandoned by his employer at a workers’ camp. The man, unable to recall any personal details, has since disappeared from his accommodation, leaving both his family and fellow workers anxious for his wellbeing. A TikTok user, identified as @jacaky2538, who is also a Thai worker in…
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Purring gold: Chiang Mai’s golden tiger sparks a roaring sensation
Recent images of a golden tiger have captured public attention, with the adorable tiger from Chiang Mai Night Safari creating quite a buzz. Known for her glamorous appearance and strikingly soft fur, the tiger, Nong Ava, has become a favourite among animal lovers. The Chiang Mai Night Safari, renowned for its diverse range of wildlife, has unveiled the latest pictures…
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Thai woman survives fall through roof after 5-day drug bender in Pattaya
A 29 year old Thai woman survived a fall through the roof of a three-storey building in Pattaya after a five-day drug binge. Sawang Borribun Dhammastan Foundation rescuers rushed to assist the woman, identified as Patitta Thanwatcharadon, after receiving a report of her fall at approximately 9.20pm on November 21. The incident occurred at a commercial building in Soi Bongkot…
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Timber! Police chase ends in close call on Ping River bridge
A dramatic police chase unfolded when a man driving a pickup truck loaded with illegal timber attempted to evade a checkpoint, ending in a near-tragic collision on a bridge over the Ping River. The pursuit began yesterday, November 21 at 6.20pm when police in Tak province, led by Sitthichai Yimyuan, coordinated with rescue units to intercept a white Toyota truck…
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Foreign man found dead in Pattaya waters sparks investigation
Beachgoers at Pattaya’s serene Wong Amat Beach were met with a chilling discovery early this morning – the body of a foreign man, draped in jewellery, floating just metres from the shore. Police Lieutenant Akkarapong Saenputawong, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) at Pattaya City Police Station, received the call at 7.30am, today, November 22, prompting an immediate response from both police and…
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Revving down: Nissan shifts gears with Thai job cuts
Nissan Motor Corporation is gearing up for a major reshuffle in Thailand, as the automotive giant plans to slash or relocate around 1,000 jobs amidst its sweeping global workforce reduction strategy. This hard-hitting news comes from insider sources who leaked the story to Reuters, albeit under the cloak of anonymity due to their lack of authorisation to go public. The…
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Mama noodles thrive amid economic challenges in Thailand
Instant noodles, particularly the Mama brand, continue to thrive regardless of economic conditions. Despite evolving market dynamics, the core customer base remains financially constrained due to a trap of expenses that outpace income. This insight was shared at the THAILAND 2025: Opportunities-Hopes-Realities seminar, held yesterday, November 21, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. The event featured insights…
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