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  • Thailand NewsDisabled granddaughter killed in Thai woman’s murder-suicide bid

    Disabled granddaughter killed in Thai woman’s murder-suicide bid

    A Thai woman in the central province of Kanchanaburi suffering from multiple congenital diseases failed in her attempt to commit murder-suicide. Only her six year old disabled granddaughter was killed in the attempt. Jamroon, a 58 year old Thai man, summoned officers from Latya Police Station to his residence in Wang Dong sub-district, Mueang district, Kanchanaburi, on Tuesday, July 23.…

  • Thailand NewsDisabled man dies in hit-and-run in Chiang Rai

    Disabled man dies in hit-and-run in Chiang Rai

    A 28 year old disabled man from Chiang Rai province was killed in a hit-and-run accident near the Khao Kai Kaew intersection in Banglamung district. Amae Ma-yea, who suffered from atrophied limbs and polio, was struck by an unidentified vehicle near the Khao Mai Kaew intersection on Highway No. 331 (Sattahip – Nakhon Ratchasima). His lifeless body was found near…

  • Thailand NewsThai mother blames hospital birth procedures for baby’s disability

    Thai mother blames hospital birth procedures for baby’s disability

    A Thai woman blamed a hospital medical team in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok for her daughter’s disability, saying a doctor forced her to give birth naturally when a caesarean section was needed. The 46 year old Thai woman, Pattama, lodged a complaint with the Ministry of Public Health since her 10 month old daughter has been unable to use…

  • Thailand NewsFoundation donates wheelchairs to disabled individuals in need

    Foundation donates wheelchairs to disabled individuals in need

    The Pure Hearts Foundation collaborated with the Ministry of Labour to uplift the spirits of disabled people in Nakhon Ratchasima by donating wheelchairs. The Pure Hearts Foundation, led by Chairperson Theerarat Nawamawat, joined forces with the provincial labour office, employment office, the director of Skill Development Institute 5, and the Thai Smile Group public relations team in Nakhon Ratchasima to…

  • Thailand NewsState Railway of Thailand’s renovation project for accessibility

    State Railway of Thailand’s renovation project for accessibility

    In a significant move towards inclusivity, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has embarked on a renovation project for 10 of its passenger carriages. The initiative is aimed at making the carriages more accessible for individuals with disabilities, according to Aekkarat Sriarayanpong, head of the SRT governor’s office. The carriages undergoing renovation are second-class vehicles put into service in 2012.…

  • Thailand NewsWheel deal: Wheelchair activist challenges airline’s boarding ban

    Wheel deal: Wheelchair activist challenges airline’s boarding ban

    A complaint has been lodged against an airline by an activist bound by a wheelchair, after the airline prohibited him from boarding, arguing that he did not have an escort. Kritsana Lalai, representing the Network for Transport Mobility for All, presented his complaint to Varawut Silpa-archa, the Minister for Social Development and Human Security. Reacting to the situation, the minister…

  • Thailand NewsSocial security ministry launches measures for vulnerable groups

    Social security ministry launches measures for vulnerable groups

    The Social Development and Human Security Ministry has unveiled a series of measures aimed at enhancing the well-being of society’s most vulnerable groups. Spearheaded by Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa, these initiatives promise to usher in a new era of support for newborns, children, the elderly, and people with disabilities. During a recent meeting, the ministry’s subcommittee…

  • Thailand NewsThailand to merge ID and disability cards for streamlined support

    Thailand to merge ID and disability cards for streamlined support

    Varawut Silpa-archa, the Minister of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), announced plans to merge identification (ID) and disability cards as part of an effort to streamline support for disabled individuals. The disability allowance includes those who are incarcerated. The minister’s declaration was in response to the story of Monthon Phetsang, a 48 year old disabled man who embarked on a…

  • Thailand NewsThai rock icons Cocktail to disband in 2025 after two decades

    Thai rock icons Cocktail to disband in 2025 after two decades

    Renowned Thai rock band Cocktail, acclaimed for hits such as Kneel, You Make Me Sad, You, Persevere, Not Second, and others, announced they will disband in 2025. After more than two decades of captivating audiences with their music, the band members have decided to part ways and pursue individual paths in life, marking the end of an era for their…

  • Thailand NewsBoom Mookatha pauses free meal campaign following exploitation

    Boom Mookatha pauses free meal campaign following exploitation

    Yutthaphum Kaewkhem, also known as Boom Mookatha, recently expressed disappointment over his social campaign, which offered free meals to pregnant women, disabled people, children, older, and rescuers at his hotpot restaurant. His goodwill, however, was exploited, leaving him deeply disheartened. Boom revealed that he allowed these groups to eat for free at his restaurant, Toey Katha, for the past three…

  • Thailand NewsDisabled man falls from wheelchair on uneven EEC project road, sparks outrage

    Disabled man falls from wheelchair on uneven EEC project road, sparks outrage

    A disabled man selling lottery tickets was spotted tumbling from his wheelchair onto the road due to an uneven surface. The incident, captured on CCTV, sparked outrage on social media. The man was attempting to navigate the bumpy road in an area earmarked for the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project, specifically designed to be accessible for disabled people. The incident…

  • Thailand NewsTwo police officers hailed for assisting man in wheelchair in Nonthaburi

    Two police officers hailed for assisting man in wheelchair in Nonthaburi

    Two police officers from Bang Bua Thong Police Station, Nonthaburi province, received recognition from senior officials for assisting a disabled man in a wheelchair to reach the BTS. TikTok users posted a video of two police officers from Bang Bua Thong Police Station, in the Nonthaburi province, pushing a disabled man in a wheelchair to take him to the Khlong…

  • Thailand NewsThai disabilities fund unleashes hefty support for home repairs and rent

    Thai disabilities fund unleashes hefty support for home repairs and rent

    The Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities Fund announced an expansion of financial support for house repairs and rent today, January 9, as declared by the Social Development and Human Security Minister, Varawut Silpa-archa. This revolutionary decision, inked during the fund’s pivotal meeting on December 27 last year, promises substantial relief for those navigating the challenges of disabilities. Varawut, the driving…

  • Thailand NewsHeartless thief in Pattaya targets disabled woman’s lifeline: Stolen electric handcycle sparks outrage

    Heartless thief in Pattaya targets disabled woman’s lifeline: Stolen electric handcycle sparks outrage

    A heartless thief left a disabled woman in Pattaya stranded after callously swiping her electric handcycle, her lifeline to mobility, on December 31 last year. The 20 year old victim, Alisa Umsin, now faces an uphill battle without her essential aid. The Thai woman with impairment to both her legs was left devastated when her electric handcycle, a vital hybrid…

  • Thailand NewsDisabled woman dies after being electrocuted while crossing road

    Disabled woman dies after being electrocuted while crossing road

    A disabled Thai woman died after being electrocuted when she touched a lamppost on Pathum-Sam Kok Road in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. A Thai woman, Yupha Khantapao, reported the death of the victim, 46 year old Wilai Thepsaen, at Sam Kok Police Station. Yupha said she had a grocery shop on the road and witnessed the whole incident. She saw…

  • Thailand NewsElderly woman reports to police after fatal hit-and-run of disabled man

    Elderly woman reports to police after fatal hit-and-run of disabled man

    A 60 year old woman driving a Toyota Fortuner fatally hit a disabled man crossing the road. Shocked, she fled the scene before reporting to the local police station. The hit-and-run incident reportedly occurred in a dark area with tall grass obstructing visibility around 9.15pm yesterday. The hit-and-run incident took place in a school zone, marked with warning signs and…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok encourages disabled citizens to join ‘Bangkok For All’ initiative

    Bangkok encourages disabled citizens to join ‘Bangkok For All’ initiative

    Disabled people in Bangkok are being urged to sign up for the Bangkok For All initiative via the Line app, an effort by City Hall to streamline access to social benefits. The push was highlighted by Phanumas Sukamporn, an advisor to the Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, at the Disabled Social Wellness Expo held at the Youth Centre. Bangkok For All…

  • Thailand NewsDisability debate over hearing-impaired food delivery rider

    Disability debate over hearing-impaired food delivery rider

    A viral video of a woman criticising a hearing-impaired food delivery rider for leading her astray sparked public disability discrimination controversy, accumulating as many as 2.7 million views in Thailand. This incident, which occurred in June, has stirred debates on the appropriateness of allowing individuals with disabilities to handle such job roles, as well as sparked, calls for compassion and…

  • Thailand NewsTears and bridges: TikTok tale of 20-year reunion reveals homeless friend’s tragic journey from loss to living under a bridge

    Tears and bridges: TikTok tale of 20-year reunion reveals homeless friend’s tragic journey from loss to living under a bridge

    A TikTok user recently shared a heart-rending story of his reunion with a long-lost friend, after 20 years. The individual was left visibly shocked at the condition of his friend who is disabled, homeless, and forced to live under a bridge after losing his home to a train. The user, who goes by the account name @dyb0u0wv8t8l, captured the heart-breaking…

  • Thailand NewsSons’ abandonment sparks plea for help from disabled Thai father

    Sons’ abandonment sparks plea for help from disabled Thai father

    A disabled Thai man and his wife have turned to government organisations for assistance following the abandonment by their sons. The wife expressed her inability to continue caring for her husband due to the demands of everyone’s work commitments. In Nonthaburi province, situated near Bangkok, a village security guard alerted the Bang Bua Thong Police officers to the plight of…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok councillor urges BMA to overhaul special needs education system

    Bangkok councillor urges BMA to overhaul special needs education system

    In a recent development yesterday, Surajit Pongsingwittaya, a councillor for the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok, put forward a proposal for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) council to enhance the education system. The reservation emphasised the need for tailoring it to accommodate and support children who have special needs. Surajit, a representative from Pheu Thai Party for the said district,…

  • Thailand NewsShattered dreams: Disabled man in Bangkok takes his own life

    Shattered dreams: Disabled man in Bangkok takes his own life

    A dismal image of life pressures came to light recently when a disabled man, feeling the weight of his predicament, tragically ended his life. The man, once a car mechanic able to fend for his wife, sadly viewed himself as a burden on her. Found beneath their rented house, his death underscores the stark realities of life pressures and hardship…

  • Thailand NewsComeback craftsman: Skilled artisan nails triumphant return after amputation

    Comeback craftsman: Skilled artisan nails triumphant return after amputation

    The heartwarming story of a skilled craftsman who suffered a severe leg injury in a life-threatening accident has emerged as he made a successful return to work after a two-year hiatus. The Thai man’s remarkable comeback has been made possible due to the unwavering support of his employer and the customers who have applauded the company’s compassionate approach. The touching…

  • Thailand NewsNewborn girl’s body found in Buriram rubbish heap

    Newborn girl’s body found in Buriram rubbish heap

    A 60 year old man discovered the body of a newborn girl, estimated to be about two days old, abandoned on a rubbish heap in a bag in Thailand’s Buriram province. The disoriented man, who has a speech disability, protected the body from flies until authorities arrived to investigate and recover the infant. Yesterday, Pol. Lt. Col. Chaleow Phayakkul, an…

  • Thailand NewsElderly woman dies in heatstroke after walking 2km barefoot

    Elderly woman dies in heatstroke after walking 2km barefoot

    An elderly woman, famously known for walking barefoot for two kilometres to ask for money for food, was found dead alongside a road in Udon Thani province yesterday. The 81 year old woman named Boon, who was discovered naked, is believed to have succumbed to the sweltering heat. At 9am, Ratpol Mora Rat, an investigator at Na Kha Police Station,…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya Zumba lovers raise 100,000 baht for disabled boy

    Pattaya Zumba lovers raise 100,000 baht for disabled boy

    Zumba is a fun activity to stay in shape, but this week, Zumba lovers in Pattaya also used the activity to raise money for a good cause. The street food market The Smile Land Pattaya, located on Phettrakul Road in Bang Lamung District, hosted an event, ‘Zumba Charity Party,’ on Monday. The Muscle Factory Pattaya gym sponsored the event, Pattaya…

  • Pattaya NewsChon Buri blaze kills disabled man and his dogs

    Chon Buri blaze kills disabled man and his dogs

    Another tragic fire broke out in Thailand this week, this time in the eastern Chon Buri province, in the main city district. The blaze hit three houses on Wednesday, killing a 52 year old man named Suriya Eimsawad, who was reportedly disabled. Suriya was not the only one to perish in the devastating fire. His two dogs also died as…

  • Phuket NewsArmy helps repair houses of elderly and disabled in Phuket

    Army helps repair houses of elderly and disabled in Phuket

    The Royal Thai Army has helped repair and renovate the homes of elderly and disabled people in Phuket’s Thalang district. Many elderly and disabled residents in the Mai Khao subdistrict have been hit hard after 2 years of Covid-19 restrictions, and can’t afford to renovate their houses. The subdistrict had received about 20,000 baht per house to support repairs for…

  • TravelTravelling in Thailand with a disability? A word of caution

    Travelling in Thailand with a disability? A word of caution

    Thailand is not an easy place to visit if you have health issues or other physical disadvantages. While major hotels and tourist hotspots have services for people with disabilities, public transportation in rural areas is scarce and frequently difficult for wheelchair users. Accommodations and accessibility in Thailand for travellers with mobility inconveniences continue to fall well behind countries such as…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok sidewalk project focused on use and safety for those with disabilities

    Bangkok sidewalk project focused on use and safety for those with disabilities

    Bangkok officials are working on a project to make the sidewalks and pavement in the heart of the capital more functional and safer for those with disabilities as well as the elderly. The sidewalk design will incorporate ramps for wheelchair users as well as braille blocks, also known as tactile paving, for those with vision impairments. The project is focused…