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- Pattaya News
Russian tourist arrested for running naked on the streets of North Pattaya (video)
A 23 year old Russian tourist found himself in police custody last night when he was nabbed for causing a public disturbance whilst naked on the streets of North Pattaya. The man, whose identity has been kept under wraps as he awaits psychological assessment, was apprehended around 8pm yesterday on Soi Na Kluea 16. The arrest was executed by a…
- Lifestyle
Finding the perfect fit: Best shoe stores in Bangkok
Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok is renowned not only for its lively street scenes and rich cultural heritage, but it’s also a haven for shoppers. With a diverse range of high-end brands and local markets, the city caters to every budget and taste. Footwear, in particular, is a hot favourite among both locals and tourists. This piece will take you on…
- Thailand News
Thai keyboard player’s final note: Musician found dead days after disappearance
A 30 year old Thai keyboard player was found dead in a roadside ditch in the Nong Ki district, Buriram province, alongside his black PCX motorcycle, six to seven days after he disappeared. His body was discovered today, following a report by his relatives who had reported him missing on November 4. The musician, Anusorn (no surname given), who lived…
- Best of
Best happy hours in Bangkok – Thrifty drinkers can sip and save
Feeling thirsty yet looking for a great deal? Bangkok is the ideal place for individuals who adore happy hour. This dynamic city has something for everyone, whether you want a refreshing beverage at a restaurant, cocktails on a rooftop, or a pint at a pub. Bangkok has it all. Top 10 happy hour deals in Bangkok Cielo Sky Bar and…
- Thailand News
Morning mayhem: Student transport crash takes a detour for disaster in northern Thailand
A student transport vehicle suffered a brake failure, lost control and overturned, causing severe injuries at a U-turn on the 201 road. The incident, which took place at 8.15am this morning, was reported by investigating officer Chanarong Krotha from Chum Phae Police Station. The vehicle was transporting students to a local college when it lost control and flipped at a U-turn…
- Thailand News
Sneaky conversation of cheating partner found on YouTube’s search history
A TikTok video caused a stir among Thai netizens when it showed that a cheating partner can talk to a lover via YouTube search history. The TikTok account @music_1999 shared a screenshot of the YouTuber’s search history with a message that read, “Give up on the attempts you two.” The TikToker said in the video caption, “Sneaking to talk to each…
- Phuket News
Phuket’s Safety Sandbox: Island paradise prepares for full-scale safety drill
Phuket, a tropical paradise best known for its white sandy beaches, is gearing up for a comprehensive safety drill. Dubbed the Safety Phuket Island Sandbox, the exercise is slated for November 26 and will unfold in three different locations across the island. The initiative will showcase the readiness of emergency services while providing hands-on experience for the island’s emergency responders.…
- Thailand News
Politician ‘Poo Ad’ flushed out of Move Forward Party over apology debacle
Chaiyamparwaan Manphianjit, also known as Poo Ad, a representative for the Bangkok Chom Thong district from the Move Forward Party (MFP), has been booted out of the MFP after his alleged disingenuous apology over the sexual harassment allegations hanging over him. Despite issuing an apology, the party’s leader, Chaithawat Tulathon, believes that there has been no genuine remorse or acknowledgement of…
- Pattaya News
Bangkok twins arrested after fatal shooting of teenager
The serene stillness of a Bangkok morning was disrupted by the shocking act of some twins shooting a fellow teenager, leading to his untimely demise. The twins, known as Yossakorn and Yossaphon, both 19 years old, have been apprehended by the Prawet Police. The arrest, which occurred on November 5, came on the heels of a fatal altercation on On…
- Thailand News
TikTok video: Thai mother’s unique trick to soothe crying baby goes viral (video)
A TikTok video of a Thai mother calming her crying infant has gone viral, thanks to an unconventional method that surprisingly worked. The trick? She pretended to converse loudly with an imaginary friend outside the house. The video was posted by TikTok user @mommy_chicky and gained over 6.5 million views, with netizens applauding the mother’s creative approach. In the TikTok…
- Business News
ICONSIAM’s billion baht renovation: M and first floors set for stunning transformation
ICONSIAM Mall is preparing a substantial investment of 1 billion baht for a significant renovation of the complex, set to start in July 2024. The refurbishment is specifically targeted at the M and first floors of ICONSIAM, with the project expected to run until mid-2025. The company’s managing director, Supoj Chaiwatsirikul, explained that the ICONSIAM billion baht renovation will adjust…
- Thailand News
Uthai Thani: Monk driving Mazda causes fatal accident, one dead, four injured
A fatal accident occurred yesterday in Lan Sak, Uthai Thani, when a monk driving a Mazda pickup truck lost control of his vehicle, killing one woman and injuring four others. The accident occurred on the Lan Sak-Thap Than Road, Moo 1, Pradu Yuen Subdistrict, Lan Sak District, Uthai Thani, less than 500 metres from the Pa Ka intersection, near the…
- Thailand News
Backlash over proposed dam construction threatening Dong Phaya Yen-Khao Yai forest
A contentious plan proposing the construction of seven dams in Nakhon Nayok and Prachin Buri has drawn serious backlash from conservationists. They argue that the project threatens to wreck 16,000 rai of land located within the Dong Phaya Yen-Khao Yai forest. Ornyupa Sangkaman, the secretary-general of the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation, voiced her fears regarding the potential loss of numerous trees…
- Thailand News
Disappointment as promised donation to Thai school fails to materialise
The students of Ban Pa Had School in Pua district, Nan province, were left disappointed when a promised donation and lunch treat failed to materialise. The school posted a message on its Facebook page showing the children rehearsing a thank you performance for the donor, who had pledged to provide educational funds, gifts, and fried chicken for the pupils. “The…
- Pattaya News
Routine traffic stop in Chon Buri uncovers homemade firearm
In an unexpected incident in Chon Buri, a routine traffic stop turned into a significant police operation. Officers from the Banglamung police station discovered a loaded homemade firearm during a search of an individual who aroused their suspicion. The incident unfolded at 2.15am on November 4 in the Banglamung district of Chon Buri province. According to the deputy inspector of…
- Pattaya News
Elderly Thai man rescued from Gulf of Sattahip after surfboard ordeal
In a fortunate turn of events, an elderly Thai man, whose identity and age have not been disclosed, was rescued from the waters of the Gulf of Sattahip, in the Sattahip district of Chon Buri province. The man, who had ventured out to sea on a surfboard, fell into the water after experiencing a blackout. The Sattahip rescue team yesterday…
- Pattaya News
Foreigner injured intervening in trans women’s beachfront brawl in Pattaya
A drama unfolded on Pattaya‘s popular beachfront as an unnamed foreign individual bravely intervened in a violent altercation between two trans women and their victim. The courageous act, however, led to the man sustaining moderate injuries. The incident, which took place in the vicinity of the Baywalk Residence, occurred in the early hours of November 5. Two trans women, whose…
- Thailand News
Thai actor plans to sue Bangkok barber for cutting off part of his ear
A Thai actor is planning to sue a barber at a shop located in the Thong Lor neighbourhood of Bangkok for cutting off part of his right ear. The actor, 26 year old Natthapong “Oatmeal” Kanthathan, reported details of the incident on his TikTok account, @o.atx, yesterday, November 5. Oatmeal revealed that he is an actor with Mflow Entertainment and…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya to trial Thailand’s new 4am bar closing time initiative
Pattaya’s legal entertainment zones are gearing up to pioneer the Thai government’s new 4am bar closing time initiative, starting from December 15. The announcement was made by Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches. Ngampiches, in his announcement on Saturday, November 4, stated that establishments within the legally designated nightlife zones in Pattaya would be the first to trial the extended operating hours…
- Phuket News
Foreign national arrested for overstaying visa launching Crime Free Phuket year two
A foreign national was taken into custody at the weekend at Phuket International Airport for overstaying his visa by 80 days. This event marks the launch of the second year of the Crime Free Phuket initiative run by the local Immigration Bureau. The past year has seen the arrest of 188 individuals, with overstaying visas accounting for 66 of these…
- Phuket News
Safety in numbers: Phuket’s Tourist Police gathering gears up for high season
A remarkable gathering took place yesterday in the bustling epicentre of Phuket Town. The assembly, spearheaded by Tourist Police Commissioner Major General Saksira Phueakam, was a formidable display of dedication towards ensuring the safety of tourists during the impending high season of tourism. The meet-up took place just ahead of the grand opening of the inaugural Chartered Walking Street market on Phang…
- Featured Schools
What are the benefits of boarding at KIS International School Reignwood Park?
Set to open in August 2024, KIS International School Reignwood Park brings exciting opportunities for students. It stands as the only fully International Baccalaureate (IB) day and boarding school in Bangkok, offering weekly and full boarding options for Grade 4 students (aged 9) and above within its secure boarding village. Just like other impressive boarding schools, KIS International School Reignwood…
- Thailand News
Crash course: Motorcycle rider’s skull meets water pump pipe in west Thailand
A 20 year old man suffered a fractured skull after colliding with a water pump pipe in the middle of the road while riding his motorcycle in the early morning hours. The water pump accident took place yesterday. It was revealed that the water pump pipe was installed by the Wang Sala Subdistrict Municipality, in west Thailand. On the following…
- Thailand News
Gold forgery alert: Thailand’s GIT cautions against new technique
A warning about a new method of gold forgery was issued by the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT). Fraudsters have been found to mix stainless steel powder with gold, making it nearly indistinguishable to the naked eye. Advanced equipment is required for detection, according to Sumeet Prasongpongchai, the director of GIT. The fraudsters have been known to craft…
- Thailand News
Mysterious death of woman in Bangkok triggers police investigation
A 49 year old woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Bang Pakong district, Chachoengsao, early today. The body was discovered on Thepparat Road’s Bangkok-bound side, beneath the elevated Burapha Withi expressway and opposite the Talad Lao fresh market, with the local police receiving the report around 2.30am. The woman, a resident of Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district, showed…
- Crime News
Drug bust in Khon Kaen nets over 2.54 million meth pills
A significant drug bust took place in the early hours of yesterday when Thai police intercepted a vehicle carrying approximately 2.54 million methamphetamine pills. The operation, led by the Thai Highway Police in Khon Kaen, resulted in the arrest of 31 year old man called Thanatchai, who was found to be the sole occupant of the vehicle. The arrest occurred…
- Thailand News
Model snaps back: Peeping Tom photographer’s shocking shower scandal in Chiang Mai
A Peeping Tom photographer in Chiang Mai has been sternly warned by a model after he secretly recorded her showering in the bathroom. This shocking event occurred yesterday, around 11pm. The revelation was made by the model, 24 year old Bee from Lampoon, via her social media page. The post, which warned about the photographer who had hired her for…
- Business News
Ayutthaya proposed as new logistics hub amidst Thai-Chinese rail development
The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) proposed to the government to establish Ayutthaya as a new logistics hub. This development is in anticipation of the increasing investment stimulated by the construction of the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail system. The suggested logistics hub would integrate with Ayutthaya’s existing rail, road, and river transport network. In addition, there is…
- Business News
Tasty transformation: Thai instant noodles ride K-pop and J-pop wave
Thai Instant noodles, a staple in many households and offices, have evolved significantly in recent years, influenced by the growing popularity of Korean and Japanese pop culture in Thailand. As a result, manufacturers are diversifying their offerings, serving freshly prepared instant noodle dishes in their restaurants, petrol stations, and luxury retail complexes in Bangkok. The global demand for instant noodles reached…
- Business News
Sizzle and supersize: Sizzler and McDonald’s cook up expansion goals in Thailand
Leading restaurant brands, Sizzler and McDonald’s are set on amplifying their reach, aiming to attract a wider range of customers and heighten patronage frequencies. The general manager of SLRT Co, Anirute David Collins, who oversees the operation of Sizzler Steakhouse, disclosed plans to inaugurate a Steak Lab concept Sizzler along Koh Samui’s coast on December 16. This restaurant expansion is…
