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Sponsored Top 10 reasons for expats to get a comprehensive health insurance in Thailand
Moving to Thailand offers plenty of excitement and adventure, but the local healthcare system can be complex to navigate as an expat. From unique health risks to high costs at private hospitals, having a comprehensive health insurance plan is essential....
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Thai Airways takes a smile: Reinstates nine cool-season routes for domestic delight
Thai Airways International reinstated nine domestic routes for the cool season, previously provided by its former affiliate, Thai Smile Airways. The services, which will run until March 30, utilise the Airbus A320 planes from the airline’s former subsidiary, Thai Smile. The re-established routes offer daily flights from Bangkok to nine destinations – Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen,…
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Tailspin surprise: Man’s daylight drive in China halted by woman with a fox tail blocking the road
A man driving in the bright daylight in China was taken aback upon encountering a woman with a fox tail, strolling along and blocking the road. With her back towards him, he was intrigued to see her face. The bizarre incident unfolded when the Chinese man was driving along a road and found a young woman slowly strolling across the…
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Chinese airlines hit turbulence: Air China, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines pump the brakes on December and January flights
Major Chinese airlines such as Air China, China Eastern, and Shanghai Airlines, slam the brakes on flights for December and January. Several Chinese airlines, notably Air China, China Eastern, and Shanghai Airlines, sent shockwaves through the travel industry by cancelling flights to Thailand for December and January. The root cause? A plunge in bookings mirrors China’s economic downturn and a…
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Carer caught stealing from elderly woman in Plymouth
A 77 year old woman’s carer was exposed for theft after her daughter secretly installed a camera in her bedroom. The incident took place in a family home in Plymouth, a city in the southwest of England. The carer’s disgraceful conduct was uncovered when the daughter saw her stealing money from her mother’s purse. The elderly woman, in her declining…
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Unravelling the mystery of Mona Lisa and Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci, a name synonymous with the fusion of art and science, sought to understand the world around him, incorporating his scientific discoveries into his art and his enigmatic masterpiece the Mona Lisa. His passion for exploration and understanding was evident from his childhood. As a young boy, he would sit at the doorway, observing birds and cloud formations,…
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Divorce dock dating: Woman takes to civil affairs office to find love in unconventional pursuit
A 36 year old woman embarked on an unconventional method of finding a partner by waiting outside a civil affairs office, scanning for recently divorced men. She was inspired by a video of a single man who had done the same thing, befriending a newly divorced woman. After stationing herself on the stairs outside the office for three days, she noticed…
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Man abandoned by family starves to death in Guangdong
A shocking incident unfolded in Guangdong province, China, when a man named A (pseudonym), suffering from a severe illness, was abandoned by his wife and daughter, leading to his tragic death. A, a resident of Foshan City, Guangdong, China, lived a content life with his wife and daughter until he became bedridden in early 2018. Neighbours often heard his wife’s…
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Beggar assault by a young woman in China sparks public outrage
An assault on an 80 year old beggar by a young woman in broad daylight in the province of Jiangsu, China, yesterday sparked public outrage. The man had approached the woman, who was dressed in a long-sleeved white shirt, to ask for money. Not only did the woman refuse to give him any money but she viciously slapped him several…
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Chinese butcher deboning lamb with mouth sparks outrage
A video clip showing a Chinese butcher in Anhui province, Eastern China, using his mouth to debone raw lamb has caused an uproar on Chinese social media, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. The butcher asserts that this technique has been in practice for several decades and can be executed without contaminating the meat with saliva…
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Dog leash drama: Woman leading boyfriend sparks debate in China
A video clip of a young woman leading her boyfriend on a dog leash while shopping has sparked a heated online debate in China. The woman was seen making her boyfriend crawl on the street and berating him to move faster when he struggled to keep up. The young woman had attached a dog leash around the young man’s neck,…
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Kidney sale shock: Chinese teen parts with organ to fund gadget obsession
When a favourite technology brand launches a new product, it often creates a buzz and instantly becomes popular. Yet, a teenager made an unexpected kidney sale choice to fund such a purchase, selling a kidney to buy the latest gadgets. Wang, allegedly born into a less-than-affluent family in one of China’s poorest areas, was desperate to own high-end communication devices.…
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Unconventional love story: Woman marries younger man
A 50 year old woman recently revealed her unconventional love story, explaining how her marriage to a 26 year old man was a result of his desire to repay her kindness. The woman, a successful businesswoman, used to donate money to underprivileged students, one of whom was her current husband. The woman noted that their relationship wasn’t simply a case…
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Teenager surprises sister with massive gold necklace at her wedding
At a wedding ceremony, a 15 year old boy stunned the attendees by presenting his sister with a large gold necklace as a surprise gift. The news quickly spread across Vietnam’s online world, leaving netizens with a mix of shock and amusement. The video clip showing this surprising incident was shared widely on social networks. The footage revealed a young…
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Myanmar’s Loikaw on verge of capture: Ethnic coalition intensifies attack
The city of Loikaw in Myanmar is under heavy attack, as a coalition of three ethnic armed organisations intensifies its bid to seize the last military base in the city. Despite attempts to resist, the trapped Myanmar military forces are predicted to succumb within days, as they remain heavily surrounded. The Karenni People’s Defence Force (KPDF), a coalition of three…
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SkyCity alerts public to rising scam gambling sites misusing Its brand
SkyCity Casino is the online division of SkyCity Entertainment Group. The group is an entertainment firm situated in Auckland. It owns and runs five casinos on land in New Zealand. Additionally, it is listed as stock on the New Zealand Exchange, or NZX. SkyCity Casino opened its virtual gates in August 2019. Ever since, it has been the preferred option…
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Unveiling 2023’s happiest cities in China: Chenzhou and Hangzhou take the lead
The annual 2023 China’s Happiest Cities conference was held in Chenzhou, the capital of Hunan province, revealing China‘s happiest cities of the year yesterday (November 24). The top 10 happiest cities, including Chenzhou, a UNESCO creative city for gastronomy, and Hangzhou, once praised as a paradise city by Italian traveller Marco Polo, were disclosed. In addition to Chenzhou and Hangzhou,…
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Thai Airways’ sky high ambitions: Plans for 90 new jets unveiled
Thai Airways International PCL is gearing up for a jaw-dropping fleet expansion with a plan to soar with 90 new aircraft. In a game-changing move, Thai Airways International PCL is contemplating a colossal boost to its fleet, eyeing a procurement of up to 90 aircraft from aviation giants Airbus SE and Boeing Co. Sources reveal that Thai Airways is mulling…
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Thai workers left in the lurch: Government’s broken promise leaves evacuees stranded
Thai workers who have evacuated from Israel are facing a nightmare as the government’s pledged financial aid remains elusive. Despite assurances of a 50,000-baht compensation almost a month ago, some Thai workers are still waiting, struggling, and urging authorities to expedite relief. The Thai government’s vow of 50,000 baht in compensation, coupled with low-interest loans and additional funds for Thai workers,…
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Malaysian woman seeks second wife for high-demand husband for 20,000 baht
A 28 year old Malaysian woman caused quite a stir when she anonymously announced her intentions to find a second wife for her husband. She cited her husband’s high sexual needs due to work stress as the reason for this unconventional arrangement. The woman’s engineer husband, who earns a salary of 18,000 Malaysian Ringgit (136,000 baht), is struggling with high…
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South Korean citizen delays ambulance for shower sparks outrage
A South Korean citizen‘s request for an ambulance to arrive 30 minutes later because he wanted to shower first sparked widespread criticism. The man later complained that the paramedic who attended to him was unfriendly, leading to disciplinary action against the medic. According to the Chosun newspaper, a large number of employees from Incheon’s Fire Department and the National Public…
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Chinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades
Even with a son who has the worst grades in his class, a Chinese father stood firm in a parent meeting, voicing his belief in a bright future for his child. The meeting took place at a primary school in Chingtao, Shantung province, China, where the father of the worst student in the class received commendations from other parents for…
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HK dog meat deception: App-savvy con artists swipe 6.2 million baht
Cyber criminals in Hong Kong unleashed a devious plot involving faux dog meat sales, designed to hook unsuspecting victims into downloading a treacherous mobile app. Hong Kong police are on high alert as they uncover a ploy wherein scammers exploit two social media pages peddling fragrant meat, with no connection to actual dog meat. The scam is a bait-and-switch, involving…
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Diary decoded: Anne Frank’s secrets unveiled, hidden jokes, sex and unexpected lessons revealed with digital discovery
Hidden jokes and sex education have been revealed from the previously undisclosed content of Anne Frank’s diary, thanks to digital technology. The mysterious brown-paper-covered pages of the diary offered a unique perspective of a 13 year old Jewish girl during World War II. Researchers from the Anne Frank Museum, War, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies Institute of the Netherlands, and Huygens…
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Miracle at Chester Zoo: Rare baby rhino birth sparks hope for endangered species (video)
In a heartwarming spectacle that promises to turn the tide for a critically endangered species, Chester Zoo, in the United Kingdom witnesses the extraordinary birth of a baby rhino. Experts claim this event could be the lifeline needed to rescue the eastern black rhino from the brink of extinction. Chester Zoo proudly announces the arrival of a female eastern black…
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Thai tourists injured in bus crash in Turkey’s Denizli province
A tour bus carrying 26 Thai tourists crashed into a roadside signboard in Denizli, Turkey, resulting in injuries to all onboard. Four of the tourists were critically injured, while the remaining 22 suffered other injuries. The accident took place yesterday (November 23) while the tourists, travelling with the Doraku Tours company, were exploring the popular tourist province. The injured tourists…
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AOT to increase passenger service charges by 30 baht from April next year
Airport of Thailand (AOT) will increase passenger service charges (PSC) by 30 baht from April 1 of next year onwards due to increased costs following the installation of smarter technology at airports. The PSC for international departure passengers will increase from 700 to 730 baht per person, and the PSC for domestic departure passengers will increase from 100 to 130…
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Heroic crane driver’s daring rescue: Death-defying stunt saves colleague from £750m tower inferno (video)
A modest crane driver showcased Hollywood-worthy heroics to save a construction worker from the blazing £750 million (30 billion baht) One Station Hill development in Reading, in the United Kingdom. The astonishing rescue unfolded as smoke and flames threatened a worker’s life, and the crane operator, Glen Edwards, became an unlikely superhero. In a gripping three-minute ordeal captured on film,…
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Bangchak to launch Thailand’s first sustainable aviation fuel factory
Bangchak Corporation Plc, a leading energy conglomerate in Thailand, is set to launch the country’s first factory to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from used cooking oil. The operation of the factory will start in early 2025, with the aim of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in the aviation industry. The venture is being propelled as the Department of Airports and…
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Unbelievable twist: Fly found in patient’s intestines during cancer screening still intact baffles doctors
Medical professionals are scratching their heads after uncovering a fly, still intact, during a routine cancer screening. During a routine colonoscopy aimed at detecting potential cancer indicators, doctors stumbled upon an unexpected guest in the 63 year old American patient’s digestive journey. Positioned snugly in the right section of the colon was the intact carcass of a fly, sparking bewilderment…
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Rise in intentional female murder reveals home is not safe, says UN report
A recent United Nations (UN) study has unmasked a staggering surge in female murders, reaching a grim milestone with almost 89,000 women and girls worldwide meeting tragic ends last year. This unsettling figure marks the highest annual toll in two decades, sending shockwaves through global communities. The alarming findings, disclosed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)…
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