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Brutal assault at Chon Buri nightclub leaves young men seriously injured
Tan, a 21 year old victim of a brutal assault at a well-known nightclub in Chon Buri was dragged out from the bathroom and beaten, leaving him and a friend seriously injured. The incident, which happened in the early hours yesterday, was sparked by a misunderstanding that the young men were using drugs in the club’s bathroom. Tan revealed that…
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Bangkok driver warns of aggressive young windscreen washer
A Thai driver issued a warning to other motorists after a young windscreen washer showed violent behaviour and threatened him for refusing his windscreen washing service at Asoke Intersection in Bangkok. Anyone driving cars in Bangkok may be familiar with young boys or girls selling garlands or offering car window wiping services on roads. They seized opportunities of the heavy…
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Life sentence for Pattalung man in attempted murder case
37 year old Chawalit Thongduang, also known as Paeng Nahonod, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Pattalung provincial court for the attempted murder of an officer back in 2019. The court verdict was announced today, following Paeng’s escape from the hospital at 10am. The case, number 175/2565, had a total of five defendants, with the Pattalung provincial prosecutor…
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Female ranger survives rape attempt but faces resignation pressure
A female Thai ranger faced resignation pressure from her superior after she filed a complaint against a soldier who attempted to rape her with the Royal Thai Army (RTA). The female ranger, 28 year old Chonlada Charoenram, reached out to the social media influencer, Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet, after being forced to resign even though she was the victim. She tried…
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Bangkok collector’s home raided: 35 firearms seized
A significant collection of firearms was discovered in the residence of a local Bangkok collector. The police seized over 35 guns and a large number of bullets. Despite the discovery, the homeowner, a fan of Japanese collectables and firearms, had no intention to sell or misuse the weapons. Today (December 25) Deputy Chief of Police, Naris Prathanaporn, along with Phawat…
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South Thailand hit by extensive flooding due to heavy rain
South Thailand has been hit by extensive flooding over the last two days due to relentless heavy rain, impacting Narathiwat and Yala provinces. The flood has affected 67 sub-districts across 16 districts, disrupting the lives of thousands of inhabitants. The inundation in Narathiwat has flooded nine districts on Monday morning, including Waeng, Sukhirin, Chanae, Rangae, Sungai Padi, Si Sakhon, Cho…
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Taiwanese YouTuber sparks debate with controversial naked sushi party
The wealthy Taiwanese YouTuber, Chao Ge, sparked internet buzz after posting pictures of a birthday party he had arranged for a friend. The standout feature of the celebration was the naked sushi, where various Japanese dishes were served on the body of a naked woman, used as an alternative to a dining plate. Chao Ge is widely recognised as the…
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Thai man arrested with 60,000 files of spycam pornography
Officers from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau arrested a Thai man in the southern province of Prachub KirKhan for possessing and selling spycam pornography and found 60,000 files of pornography in his possession. The Internet Crimes Against Children Unit of the High-tech Crime Division received a complaint about the Twitter account KingSpy ราชาแอบถ่าย. The account invited Twitter users to join…
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Japanese man turns heads with Thai Tuk-Tuk rides in Tokyo
A Japanese man, known as Jin From Japan on TikTok, has garnered attention after purchasing a Thai Tuk-Tuk to use as a passenger transport vehicle in Tokyo. He also offers a promotional deal of a free ride for the first three kilometres. Jin revealed his unique travel method in Tokyo, which doesn’t cost a single yen, which is riding a…
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Lisa BLACKPINK becomes first K-pop artist with 100 million Instagram followers
Lisa Manobal, also known as Lisa from BLACKPINK, has made history as the first K-pop artist to amass 100 million followers today on her Instagram account, lalalalisa_m. This feat not only places Lisa at the forefront of the K-pop industry but also distinguishes her as the first female Asian artist to achieve such a milestone. On this same day, Lisa,…
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Bangkok taxi driver arrested for stealing million-baht wristwatch
A 44 year old Bangkok taxi driver was apprehended on Monday morning, accused of delaying his journey for several hours in wait for a Japanese passenger, who was inebriated, to fall asleep. The motive behind this delay was allegedly to pilfer a wristwatch worth a million baht. Pol Col Pansa Amarapitak, the chief at Bangkok’s Thong Lor station, reported the…
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Vietnamese man arrested in Khon Kaen for murder of his Vietnamese friend
Police arrested a Vietnamese man for the murder of his Vietnamese friend in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen. The suspect claimed he stabbed a fellow Vietnamese man to death because he tried to rape his wife. A Vietnamese man, 37 year old Hoang Van Tang, was stabbed in the stomach in a rented room in Soi Suksanti 8 in…
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Tourist speedboat capsizes near Bubu Island: all passengers rescued
The tourist speedboat Bandaya 19 met with an unfortunate incident on Sunday (December 24) as it capsized near Bubu Island, a mere 3 kilometres from Satun’s Lipe Island. The boat was ferrying 73 tourists, which included 3 children, and had 4 crew members on board at the time of the mishap. Without losing a beat, the Navy’s 491st Special Warfare…
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Thai police seize over 100 firearms from shrimp farm owner in Prachinburi
Following an extensive operation, police officers seized 111 guns and tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition from a shrimp pond owner’s residence in Prachinburi. The authorities seized 48 year old Sumethe on December 23. He had been collecting guns for a long time, claiming to have purchased them from the public. He denied any involvement in selling guns. A…
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Thai taxi driver steals 1.1 million baht watch from Japanese passenger
A Thai taxi driver took a two-hour detour to steal a luxury watch worth 1.1 million baht from a Japanese passenger in the Thonglor neighbourhood of Bangkok. The Japanese victim filed a complaint at Thonglor Police Station on December 19 that he lost his watch, an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore model, valued at 1.1 million baht, in a taxi…
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Thailand enforces cautionary sign display for kratom sales, restricts alcohol promotions
Cracking down on the sale of psychoactive kratom, Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has mandated all vendors to prominently display a cautionary sign at their point-of-sale. The sign is a warning to individuals under the age of 18, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women, prohibiting the purchase of the substance. This directive became operational on Saturday, following its announcement…
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Drug addicted and mentally ill Thai man stabs police officer to death
A drug addicted and mentally ill Thai man went on a rampage and stabbed a Thai police officer to death in the northeastern province of Nakhon Panom. The deceased officer, police Lieutenant Itsarawut Phonrat, of the That Panom Police Station, was called to check on a Thai man, 49 year old Arnudate Chaipanya, in the Um Mao district of Nakhon…
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Airborne pollutants rise prompts health alert in Thailand
A surge in respiratory issues is anticipated as airborne pollutants are predicted to rise in the forthcoming weeks across Thailand, prompting a critical directive from the Ministry of Public Health to all national public hospitals. The directive mandates these hospitals to ready themselves to handle the expected increase in health problems. Deteriorating air quality was observed in various districts of…
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How St. Andrews Green Valley is embracing the future with eco-literacy
St. Andrews International School, Green Valley incorporates eco-literacy into the school curriculum from an early stage. Their mission? To prepare children for the future, nurture eco-literate minds, and create a community that prioritises mental well-being, health, and character development. Let’s take a look at how St. Andrews International School, Green Valley is preparing the future generation with eco-literacy. Modern campus…
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2 year old Thai girl escapes death after mysterious stray bullet hits her house
A two year old Thai girl escaped a tragic death after a mysterious stray bullet struck her home in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok on December 23. A Thai man, 39 year old Chaianan, contracted to the officers at Mueang Samut Prakarn Police Station after a stray shot hit the roof of his house at 3am on December 23. Chaianan…
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26 year old man dies in tragic road accident in Nong Chok district
A tragic road accident, a motor vehicle collision resulted in the death of a 26 year old man and severe injuries to a 27 year old woman. The incident occurred last night (December 24), on the route from Saen Phuda to Pimpa, in the Nong Chok district of Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao. The Isuzu D-Max pickup, bearing the registration number 1ฒพ2547…
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Pheu Thai seeks to enhance community communication, says secretary-general
Sorawong Thienthong, 48 year old MP and the secretary-general of the Pheu Thai Party, stated yesterday that the party needs to enhance its communication methods to ensure the public is aware of its achievements. Sorawong, also a Member of Parliament from Sa Kaeo and a descendant of political influencer Sanoh Thienthong, asserted that Pheu Thai remains resilient and proactive, demonstrating…
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Topgolf Megacity: The perfect venue for your next corporate event
With 4 floors of play, food, and fun, Topgolf Megacity is the ultimate spot for your corporate events! Topgolf Megacity is a sprawling entertainment destination that truly has it all. Located next to Mega Bangna, it features 102 climate-controlled golf-hitting bays, VIP bays, private event spaces, bars, a restaurant, and a lounge. Whether you’re planning to strengthen your team’s bond…
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UN urges Thailand to bolster multi-sector approach to child rights protection
Thailand has been urged to broaden its efforts in child rights protection, with the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children, Najat Maalla M’jid, calling for a more comprehensive, multi-ministerial approach. Maalla M’jid emphasised that safeguarding children should not be the sole responsibility of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security but rather a shared…
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All Time High has everything you’re looking for in a cannabis dispensary
Cannabis dispensaries in Bangkok have shown us that limited options and dodgy quality are a thing of the past. And one dispensary that truly excels at delivering top-notch cannabis products is All Time High. With 3 locations across the city, All Time High is not messing around when it comes to quality and a variety that’ll make your head spin…
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Mother’s emotional 10-hour drive home after daughter’s lonely outcry grips internet
A heart-wrenching incident involving a mother and her daughter in Zhaotong, Yunnan Province, China, has recently taken the internet by storm. The mother, who works away from home, discovered a distressing scene via her home’s security camera, leading her to make an emotional 10-hour drive back home. The woman referred to as Gu, had left her daughter at home while…
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Vietnamese man murders compatriot over insults to girlfriend in Khon Kaen
A Vietnamese man viciously attacked and killed his compatriot who made fun of his Laotian girlfriend. The horrifying incident, which took place in a rented room, led to the duo fleeing across the country on a motorcycle. However, they were apprehended by police in Khon Kaen. The 37 year old victim, Huang Wien Thang, from Vietnam, was found in a…
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Thai government makes headway in battle against informal debts
The Thai government has reported progress in its ongoing battle against informal debts, stating that it has resolved the issues of 233 registered debtors. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin personally observed the progress of a debt resolution model in Nan last Saturday. Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke revealed that the Interior Ministry’s data indicates that 106,863 debtors have registered with the government…
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Construction worker critically injured in Purple Line subway site accident
A tragic accident occurred today at the construction site of the Purple Line subway on the Suriya Theatre side of Somdet Phra Chao Taksin Road, Bang Yi Ruea, Thonburi. A steel beam fell on a construction worker around 8.50am, causing severe injuries. The injured worker was promptly rushed to Taksin Hospital by the Po Tek Tung Foundation. The accident took…
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Inflated holiday airfare prices in Thailand under scrutiny
Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, a member of the House of Representatives and a deputy leader of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), has voiced concerns regarding the inflated airfare prices during the holiday season. He urged the Ministry of Transport and the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to scrutinise airlines following passenger complaints about excessive ticket costs, particularly for flights from Bangkok…
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Seven year old boy abducted in Malaysia: Father’s dramatic rescue reveals shocking twist
A seven year old boy was shockingly abducted in broad daylight in Malaysia, sparking fear and distress among the public. The incident was even more heart-rending with the father risking his life to rescue his son, only to discover later that the perpetrator was his own business associate. The event unfolded on December 12 in the city of Johor Bahru,…
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Young man dies in horrific road accident in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
A 25 year old man tragically lost his life in a shocking road accident when his all-new pickup truck veered off the road and collided with a large tree in the early hours of today. The horrifying crash, which occurred at 1.25am today, led to the dismemberment of the man’s limb and his instantaneous death. The wreckage of the bronze-silver…
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Six year old British girl discovers plea for help in Christmas card from Chinese prisoner
During the Christmas season of 2019, Florence Widdicombe, a six year old girl in England, found a secret message asking for help on a Christmas card she intended to send to a friend. The message claimed to be from a prisoner from Shanghai Qingpu prison, China, who was forced into labour. The plea urged the recipient to contact Peter Humphrey,…
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Six-wheeled truck accident in Hat Yai injures three workers
Yesterday, a six-wheeled truck returning from a maintenance task had an accident due to slippery conditions caused by rainfall. The vehicle veered off its course, initially hitting the back of a van, before smashing into a roadside streetlight and toppling over. Three utility staff members were injured in the incident. Last night, local police received a report of an accident involving…
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Thai couple nabbed for 10 million baht online coffee scam
Police have arrested a husband and wife, both notorious online swindlers, who are suspected of defrauding victims out of over 10 million baht in an online coffee business scam. They were apprehended in front of their residence in Baan Ped, Mueang Khon Kaen province, following arrest warrants from Nan Provincial Court. Thirty year old Phanupong and 36 year old Kusuma,…
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Shocking child abuse case in Saraburi: 52 year old stepfather sexually abuses 10 year old girl
A 15 year old girl, known as A, has reported a shocking case of child abuse to the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation for Children and Women. Her 10 year old sister, both residing in Saraburi province, has allegedly been sexually abused by their 52 year old stepfather, known as M. Their family situation is complicated by a separation, with A living…
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Thailand braces for cold snap and heavy southern rainfall
Thailand’s Meteorological Department has issued a warning of cold weather, strong winds, and frost, whilst also alerting the southern region to heavy rainfall. The announcement, issued today, informed that a high-pressure system or cold air mass is still covering Thailand and the southern part of the South China Sea. This is resulting in cold to very cold weather with strong…
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