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- Education
Balancing esports ambitions with academic success
As we move into 2024, finding strategies to integrate your passion for gaming with securing an educational degree is crucial. The esports industry offers diverse career options beyond just game participation, including roles in computer engineering and programming, highlighting the feasibility of thriving in both domains. However, it’s essential to recognise that pursuing this dual path will involve obstacles. This…
- Thailand News
Did violent tunes hint at Thai heiress’s grim fate?
A fresh discovery has been made on the murder of Thai heiress Kamonnan Thiamphanit, known as Angela, as haunting echoes of violent tunes reverberated through the luxurious halls of her Hyde Park mansion. In the heart of London’s opulent Hyde Park, tragedy struck when 27 year old Angela was found brutally murdered in her lavish £4 million (approximately 184 million…
- Crime News
Thief in lion’s clothing: Dance troupe man nabbed
A 37 year old man associated with a lion dance troupe was apprehended for a string of thefts targeting drunk individuals and the homeless sleeping in public areas. A 37 year old man was arrested following a police operation in Bangkok’s Thonburi district after being under investigation for mobile phone and cash thefts, which he admitted to committing to finance…
- Thailand News
Fuelling fury: Map Ta Phut blaze sparks urgent evacuation (video)
A catastrophic blaze engulfed a fuel storage tank in the heart of the Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate, leading to continuous explosions and an urgent evacuation, left one person dead and four injured. The incident, which caused at least one injury, occurred at 10.30am today, May 9, when the Eastern Environmental Monitoring and Control Centre (EMCC) in the Rayong province…
- Thailand News
Demolished dreams: Ex MP’s pickup crash claims husband’s life
A former Democrat Party MP allegedly crashed a pickup into an electric pole in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima, losing her husband in the accident. The couple previously hit tabloid headlines on issues involving their relationship but were reunited just three months before the fatal accident. The deceased, 42 year old Pongphumphat Chuedee, made headlines in February after seeking…
- Thailand News
Thai deputy finance minister’s shock resignation
Thailand Deputy Minister of Finance Kritsada Jinavijarana sent shockwaves through the political corridors with his offer of resignation. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin intervened, urging Kritsada to reconsider his decision. Expressing discontent with task allocation, Kritsada tendered his resignation from the Cabinet. But the 62 year old Thai prime minister, not ready to lose a key figure, stepped in swiftly to…
- Thailand News
School van driver confesses to murder of woman in Roi Et
Investigations concluded yesterday as police made a definitive arrest of a school van driver for the murder of a 23 year old woman whose body was found handcuffed, abandoned in a scrubland by the Chi River in Roi Et province. After a meticulous search, authorities apprehended a 67 year old school van driver, named Ken, from the same village as…
- Road deaths
British expat killed in Phuket traffic accident
A tragic traffic incident claimed the life of a 65 year old British woman in Kamala, Phuket. A white passenger van, careening through a red light at the main intersection, struck the long-term British resident on Sunday, May 5, ending her life abruptly on the spot. The brutal force of collision hurled her body over 20 metres down the road…
- Road deaths
Fatal accident on Patong Hill Phuket claims two lives
A fatal accident occurred last night on Phra Baramee Road on the Kathu side of Patong Hill, Phuket, claiming the lives of two individuals and leaving several others injured. The incident involved a pickup truck, which had been transporting workers, veering off its lane and colliding with a motorcycle. The accident, which transpired in front of the popular Tiger Kingdom…
- Thailand News
Early morning motorcycle crash in Chon Buri kills young man
A tragic motorcycle crash claimed the life of a 26 year old man when he collided with a high-voltage power pole in Chon Buri province. The incident occurred early this morning, May 8, at around 3am on the road connecting Suansue-Nongleng near Suansue Fitness in Nong Kham subdistrict, Si Racha district. The victim, identified only by his first name Pakorn,…
- Thailand video news
Thailand Video News | British Man Arrested at Phuket Airport for Possession of Cocaine, Thailand Extends Visa Exemption Program for Indian and Taiwanese Tourists
In this Thailand video news, Alex and Jay delve into the recent news from Thailand. Beginning with the nation has extended its visa exemption program for Indian and Taiwanese tourists, aiming to boost tourism. Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra seeks a mediation role in Myanmar’s conflict, showcasing Thailand’s diplomatic engagement. However, challenges persist, with a Thai airline experiencing an engine failure…
- Crime News
Community leaders killed in Pattani shooting at local football field
A brazen shooting at a football field in the Pattani Province has resulted in the tragic loss of two community leaders. At around 6.30pm yesterday, gunmen opened fire, killing a subdistrict administrative organisation clerk and a village headman. Two bystanders, including a government official and a meatball vendor, were also injured in the incident. The attack occurred at a football…
- Thailand News
Man on rampage in Amnat Charoen attacks neighbours and pets
A grisly scene unfolded in the town of Amnat Charoen, where a deranged individual unleashed a violent assault on his neighbours and pets. Today, May 7, at 6am, police received a distress call about a man attacking residents with a knife. The perpetrator, identified as 27 year old Wittaya, was apprehended at his home in a state of frenzy. The…
- World News
Swimming coach drowns during breath-holding drill in Zhengzhou
A tragedy struck at a swimming pool in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, when a 25 year old swimming coach drowned while practicing holding his breath underwater. Colleagues filming the session failed to recognise the emergency, continuing to record even as the coach’s condition deteriorated, leading to his eventual death. On April 26, swimming instructor Li was recorded by his workmates…
- Thailand News
Thai woman stabbed in shopping mall car park near Bangkok
Police arrested a Thai man yesterday after he stabbed a Thai woman and attempted to rob her in a car park inside the Future Park Rangsit shopping mall in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. Pratunam Chulalongkorn Police Station officers and rescuers rushed to the second floor of the Future Park Rangsit car park building after receiving an alert of the…
- Thailand News
Mysterious death near Chi River: Woman found handcuffed
An unidentified woman, approximately 40 to 50 years old, was found dead in mysterious circumstances in a scrubland near the Chi River, with her hands locked behind her back. Officers from Changhan Police Station in Roi Et Province yesterday, May 5, were alerted to a body discovered in a scrubland area by the Chi River in Ban Leng Kha, Din…
- Thailand News
Severe storms hammer Uttaradit and Phrae medical facilities
Unexpected severe storms hammered medical facilities in Uttaradit and neighbouring Phrae on May 3, signalling the imminent arrival of the rainy season, according to the Public Health Ministry. Uttaradit Hospital, located in Mueang district’s city centre, bore the brunt of the storm, with intense wind gusts causing extensive damage, Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin reported yesterday. Four surgery and internal…
- Thailand News
Saraburi explosion prompts health checks for chemical risks
The health implications of a fireworks factory explosion in Saraburi province are under rigorous scrutiny following orders from the Public Health Minister. The incident, which resulted in one fatality, has prompted immediate investigations to ensure the safety of the local environment and public health. Today, May 4, the Public Health Minister, Somsak Thepsuthin, addressed the fireworks factory explosion in Saraburi…
- Crime News
Man fatally stabbed in Pathum Thani underpass confrontation
In a tragic turn of events, a 33 year old man met his demise after being brutally attacked and stabbed beneath a motorway bridge in Pathum Thani province. The victim from Lat Phrao district, Bangkok, had arranged to meet his girlfriend to retrieve his mobile phone, a meeting that culminated in his death. The incident occurred last night when Theerawut…
- Thailand News
Udon Thani land dispute ends in brother fatally shooting sibling
A family dispute in Udon Thani this morning ended tragically, resulting in a 62 year old man being fatally shot by his brother, who then calmly waited for the police with a bottle of alcohol. The tranquillity of a small village in Udon Thani was shattered when a 62 year old man was shot dead by his younger brother over a…
- Thailand News
Crafty diamond thief nabbed after swindling 2.2 million baht gem
A deceptive gem heist in Bangkok has come to an end with the arrest of the 57 year old perpetrator, who had been posing as a jewellery broker. The cunning thief managed to swindle a 3-carat diamond worth 2.2 million baht from an unsuspecting seller by replacing it with a counterfeit stone before making his escape. The Royal Thai Police…
- Thailand News
Shocking footage: Fatal pickup accident captured on livestream
A Thai pickup driver left netizens and friends stunned as he streamed a video while driving, only for his livestream to capture his fatal car accident on April 30. The Red Skull Twitter account shared a livestream of the pickup driver, whose identity has not been revealed “The driver’s last moments. Livestreaming while driving. His tyre unexpectedly exploded. He lost control…
- Thailand News
Pet peeve: Thai man eats dog in rage after it bit nephew (video)
Watchdog Thailand Foundation (WDT) filed a lawsuit against a Thai man in the northern province of Chiang Mai for brutally killing and eating his pet dog in a fit of rage after it bit his seven year old nephew. A WDT representative filed a complaint at Sankampaeng Police Station yesterday, May 1, that the Thai man, later identified as 42…
- Thailand News
Businesswoman gifts 100 million baht estate to Thai cleaner
A businesswoman in Thailand tragically ended her life using a firearm next to the pool of her luxurious villa on Koh Samui. Before her death, the 59 year old woman named Catherine, astonishingly bequeathed her entire estate, valued at 100 million baht, to her devoted housekeeper, following a cancer diagnosis. The circumstances surrounding her suicide remain a mystery, as CCTV…
- Thailand News
Thai man flees after fatally shooting neighbour near Bangkok (video)
A Thai man remains at large after fatally shooting his neighbour yesterday at a condominium in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. The motive for the killing is still under investigation but a dog dispute between the two men is suspected. Rattanathibet Police Station officers investigated the Seriphap Condominium in Soi Ngamwongwarn 23 in Nonthaburi province after reports of a shooting. The…
- Thailand News
Big Joke and suspended officers summoned by Thai Police
A disciplinary investigation panel from the Royal Thai Police (RTP) announced its intentions to issue a summons for five of their officers, including the currently suspended Deputy National Police Chief, Surachate “Big Joke”Hakparn. The announcement, made by Deputy National Chief Sarawut Kanpanich, comes in light of a serious disciplinary violation accusation linked to the BNK Master gambling website. The investigation…
- Education
5 best kindergartens in Bangkok
As your little one leaps from nursery rhymes into the world of alphabets and numbers, you’re likely grappling with a crucial conundrum – which kindergarten in Bangkok will boast the perfect blend of nurturing environment, growth-oriented curriculum, and fun-lovin’ playtime? No worries! Below, we’ve compiled the 5 best kindergartens in Bangkok that deserve your attention and might prove hard to…
- Guides
Navigating the differences between Thai and Western work cultures
Exploring the core of global diversity prompts one to consider the distinct disparities between Thai and Western work cultures. This examination is not merely an insight into workplace practices but also a deep dive into the essence of cultural identity and its significant influence on daily life. For individuals intrigued by the subtleties of international work environments or contemplating a…
- Thailand News
Hand grenade found in Thai suburb leaves locals shaken
On the peaceful streets of Wat Boon Samphan, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, a sinister surprise lurked beneath the serenity as a fully operational type M26 hand grenade on Monday. The discovery, made by 73 year old security guard Pratum Chomsuwat, unfolded as he meticulously cleared the area with a grass trimmer, stumbling upon the lethal device near a modest cement…
- Thailand News
Chiang Rai province battles wildfire
The lush province of Chiang Rai was at the mercy of a raging wildfire on Tuesday which incinerated over 400 rai (640,000 square metres) in the vicinity of the Golden Triangle, a renowned region in the district of Chiang Saen. The incident demanded the immediate action of the Chiang Saen District Administration and other responsible officers. The wildfire initially reared…
