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Sponsored How one hospital visit in Thailand could cost more than your whole trip
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Chinese company uses doll as overnight security officer
A security breach occurred at a company in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, where an unusual tactic was used to resolve a staff shortage at a Chinese company. The company placed a doll, dressed as a security officer, in the CCTV room for overnight monitoring. This risky strategy was heavily criticized for its potential security implications. The incident was revealed when…
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Job interview attire: Woman’s revealing dress sparks controversy
A young woman from Guangzhou, China caused concern for her job interviewers by her choice of attire, a revealing black dress. In an increasingly competitive job market, potential candidates are going to great lengths to distinguish themselves. Beyond skills and abilities, physical appearance and personal image have become critical elements in securing employment or even a life partner. A young…
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Man attempts to return wife for leaving child home alone, mother-in-law refuses
A man returned his wife to her mother’s home after she repeatedly left their young daughter alone to sneak out and play cards. However, the mother-in-law refused to accept her back, stating that no returns were allowed. The man had given his wife a dowry of 380,000 yuan (1.86 million baht) when they married. Initially, their married life was joyful…
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Indian man dies filming snake challenge
A 22 year old Indian man died in a state of intoxication while filming himself playing with a snake. The video, which is four minutes and 38 seconds long, shows 22 year old Rohit Jaiswal impersonating Shiva, the god of destruction, wrapping a snake around the hand and neck of the young Indian man from the state of Uttar Pradesh. The…
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Nightly jogs expose wife’s affair prompting immediate divorce
A man working away from home discovered his wife’s nightly jogs were not as innocent as she claimed. This revelation followed an anonymous phone call hinting at the truth, leading to an immediate divorce. Three years prior, Zhang, a man in his late twenties, married his 27 year old wife, Yan. Not long after their marriage, he had to travel…
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Starry spectacle alert: Catch the Leonids meteor shower’s dazzling dance on November 17
The National Institute of Astronomical Research (NARIT) announced that the Leonids meteor shower will be visible from the night of November 17 to the early morning of November 18, with a peak rate of up to 15 meteors per hour. Suparerk Karuehanont, the director of the Academic Services and Astronomical Communications Centre, revealed that the Leonids meteor shower, also known…
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China couple divorces and remarries within an hour due to mother’s intervention
A recent incident involving a Chinese husband and wife who divorced, only to remarry less than an hour later following the intervention of the husband’s mother, has caused a stir amongst officials. The incident took place in the civil affairs office of Huanzhou in the Hubei province of China. The couple arrived at the office to file for divorce, with a…
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Smooth sailing: Suvarnabhumi Airport’s snazzy channels promise swift boarding for foreign jet-setters
Foreign passengers will soon experience expedited boarding at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, thanks to the introduction of automatic channels set to go live next month. The move aims to ease congestion at the airport, allowing for a smoother transit experience for travellers. Currently, the automatic processing at Suvarnabhumi is limited to travellers holding Thai, Hong Kong or Singaporean passports, as relayed…
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Thai-British boy fights school bully with Thai boxing skills: Video stirs online outrage
The online world is ablaze following a video leak of a school brawl in the UK. The footage shows a 12 year old Thai-British boy being bullied by a 17 year old cohort. Despite his younger age and smaller size, the boy puts up a brave fight using his Thai boxing skills but ultimately fails to withstand the physical assault. The…
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Serpent-haired sensation slithers into the spotlight: Indian woman’s knotted hair captivates community
A woman with a distinctive long, unkempt knotted hair that bears an uncanny resemblance to a coiling snake has become a sensation in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her peculiar appearance has prompted locals, who believe in sanctity, to chant prayers in her presence, offer flowers, and donate money. The woman’s videos have swiftly gone viral online, leaving netizens in awe…
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Lady’s rock-solid gamble rocks the art world: 14.8 million baht red stone reveals jaw-dropping hidden value
A woman’s monumental investment in a peculiar red stone has shocked experts, yielding a return considerably higher than anticipated. The stone, originally purchased for around 14.8 million baht, was revealed to be a highly valuable artefact. In recent years, China has seen a surge in the buying and selling of antiques, items that are not only rare but also incredibly…
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Office love controversy: Young worker proposes to 50 year old boss
A surprising love confession between a 26 year old office worker and his 50 year old female boss stirred Chinese social media. The young man decided to propose to his boss amidst a company party, revealing the affection he had developed over time. The 26 year old had previously been romantically linked to his colleagues, but due to income disparities,…
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Teen turmoil: Thai-British boy’s distressing bullying encounter in UK unleashes a storm of online fury
A shocking incident involving a 12 year old Thai-British boy has sparked outrage online. The boy was physically assaulted by a 17 year old student at a school in the UK. An initial report has been filed as the community rallies against such bullying, which can have long-lasting impacts on young lives. The incident was brought to light by an online…
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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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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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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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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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Traditional customs debate: Man seeks suitor online for older sister
The traditional custom of an elder sibling needing to marry before the younger one has led a 28 year old man to launch an online search for a suitor for his 35 year old unmarried sister. The 28 year old man found himself facing a predicament shared by many in families that adhere to traditional customs, particularly the belief that…
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Accidental broadcast: Teacher shares sweet chat with girlfriend in class
A young teacher unintentionally turned red-faced when he inadvertently broadcast a sweet conversation with his girlfriend to his classroom. The accidental broadcast left the students in stitches, transforming a routine day into a memorable one. The evolution of technology has brought about significant changes in the educational sector. Gone are the days of white chalk on blackboards, replaced by multimedia…
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Wedding dowry drama: Bride rejects friend’s extra 1 million baht demand
A wedding in China took an unexpected turn when the bride, Xiao Meng, refused to bow to her close friend’s demand for an additional dowry of 200,000 yuan (1 million baht). Xiao Meng and her groom, a hardworking and ambitious young man named Xiao Jun, remained unfazed by the request, prioritising love over money. Xiao Jun, known for his good…
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Thai Airways reveals rising revenue in third-quarter results this year
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited and its subsidiaries announced their third-quarter performance results today, showing a total revenue of 37,008 million baht. This is an increase from the same period last year, which stood at 32,860 million baht, marking a rise of 12.6%. The company and its subsidiaries transported a total of 3.27 million passengers, with Thai Airways accounting…
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Taiwanese singer-actress post-birth photo stirs controversy
Taiwanese singer-actress, Maxine Chi recently became a new mother following the birth of her first daughter. Chi and her husband flew to Canada a month in advance to prepare for the birth. The Taiwanese singer-actress posted the first picture after the birth, which showed her holding her newborn daughter against her chest, without a shirt on, which sparked some controversy…
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Machete-wielding Chinese man attacks BMW in shocking road rage incident
A violent road rage incident took place recently when a Chinese man brandished a machete and attacked a white BMW car after stepping out of a taxi. The altercation took place on a highway cutting across Hebei Province, China on November 7. The aggressive act, captured in a video clip, left many onlookers terrified. The incident unfolded when the two…
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Jilted John: Taiwanese bride abruptly cancels wedding mid-ceremony
A Taiwanese bride‘s wedding took an unexpected turn when she abruptly called off the ceremony mid-event, leaving the groom and guests stunned. The Taiwanese bride announced her decision on stage, before hastily leaving the venue, leaving behind a bewildered groom and shocked attendees. Weddings are considered a significant chapter in life, not only symbolising the culmination of a couple’s love…
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Mischievous bride: Groom’s jaw drops as ex-girlfriends play bridesmaids in unexpected wedding twist
A groom received an unexpected surprise when he arrived to pick up his bride and found that her bridesmaids were all his ex-girlfriends. This unusual event took place at the wedding of a couple from Chongqing, China, after a two-year courtship. The bride, known as Liu, discovered that some of her friends had previously dated her groom. Instead of being…
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Chinese parents face backlash for expensive winter coat purchase
A wealthy Chinese family sparked controversy after spending 9,000 yuan (44,800 baht) on a winter coat for their daughter. The parents, both CEOs of multinational companies, faced criticism from the local school’s parent association for potentially causing envy among other students. As the cold season approached, the mother purchased a pricey winter coat to shield her daughter from the winter…
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Ploughing through prejudice: Chinese farmer’s job rejection due to being ugly
A rural farmer in China recently faced a peculiar predicament after multiple job rejections, not due to a lack of qualifications but, because he was too ugly and his facial features were deemed too angular. Pursuing better work opportunities, the farmer, named Truong, relocated to Chongqing, attracted by numerous job openings in local electronics factories known for their decent salaries and…
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Thai Airways reports profitable Q4, driven by Chinese visitor surge
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) announced a profitable fourth quarter, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of profits, underpinned by a steady recovery in passenger numbers amid the Covid-19 era. The growth has been particularly driven by a surge in visitors from China. Thai Airways recorded a net income of 1.54 billion baht (US$43 million) for the quarter ending…
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Handsome teacher sparks classroom shuffle in China
Despite the common understanding that students attend school to acquire knowledge, teachers can also play an integral role in making learning more enjoyable. A teacher’s vibrant personality can be an asset in winning over students. However, an excessively handsome teacher can sometimes create issues for themselves. Take, for instance, the recent situation involving a young male teacher from Guangdong province,…
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Cupid’s Arrow: Factory worker’s romantic gesture misses target, woman rejects overtures, sparks viral sympathy
A viral story from China has caught the attention of netizens after Cupid’s Arrow apparently missed its target. A factory worker’s bold declaration of love to a female colleague, complete with a bouquet, was met with rejection and disdain. The woman’s reason for the dismissal was simple – they didn’t know each other well enough for such a declaration of…
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