Lottery
- Thailand News
Abbott wins 6 million baht lottery, plans temple development
Devotees gathered in large numbers at Wat Nong Tao in Mueang subdistrict, Nakhon Sawan province, to congratulate the abbot on his lottery win. The abbot, who won 6 million baht with the winning numbers 847377 from the February 16 draw, remained silent, only smiling as he walked around the temple grounds. The bustling atmosphere at the temple was heightened by…
- Thailand News
Thai lottery winners share 54 million baht jackpot
The Thai lottery, Lottery Plus, announced a major win of 54 million baht, creating new millionaires in two provinces. The Thai Government Lottery Office announced the winning numbers for the draw held yesterday, February 16. The first prize number was 847377, with additional winning numbers for the three-digit front, three-digit back, and two-digit categories. Following the announcement, Lottery Plus confirmed…
- Thailand News
Taiwanese man offers 100 pig heads at Bangkok temple
A Taiwanese man made a significant offering at Wat Ko Suwannaram in Bangkok’s Sai Mai district after winning millions in the lottery. Yesterday, February 5, the lucky man, along with friends and devotees, presented 100 pig heads, 3,000 candles, and various food items as a gesture of gratitude. The offerings were made to the Great Brahma Emperor, a large statue…
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Uttaradit fried chicken vendor wins 12 million baht lottery
A fried chicken vendor in Uttaradit province has become the region’s latest millionaire after winning 12 million baht in the lottery. The unexpected windfall came from a ticket given as a bonus, which initially seemed unappealing due to its repeated numbers. The Government Lottery Office announced the results for the draw dated yesterday, February 1. The winning number for the…
- Thailand News
Woman’s repeated lottery luck linked to Buddha statue offerings
A woman from Uttaradit visited Wat Mai Samakkhi in Mueang district, Phetchabun province, to offer 99 trays of eggs and 99 bunches of bananas to the sacred Buddha statue, Luang Pho Ham Chon. This gesture of gratitude follows her good fortune derived from the statue over three consecutive lottery draws. Yesterday, January 26, numerous residents gathered at the temple to…
- Thailand News
Thai man wins nearly 100 million baht in Korean lottery
A man from Udon Thani, Thailand, has won nearly 100 million baht from a South Korean lottery, sharing the prize with a friend. His mother attributes the win to the positive karma from his good deeds towards his parents. After tax deductions and splitting the prize, each will receive around 30 million baht. The case came to light when reporters…
- Thailand News
Thai expat wins 96 million baht lottery in South Korea
A Thai national residing in South Korea has won a substantial lottery prize, amounting to nearly 100 million baht. The announcement, shared on the Facebook page แม่ อสม.เกาหลี Chanel – เพจใหม่ revealed that the prize totals 4,066,375,179 Koren won (approximately 96 million baht). The winner returned to Thailand yesterday, January 21. Following the post, many people left congratulatory comments, and…
- Thailand News
Chon Buri locals celebrate lottery wins at temple visit
Residents celebrated with enthusiasm at a renowned temple in Chon Buri after winning lottery prizes with numbers linked to their visit to Luang Pho Yai. Many gathered at the temple to offer thanks following the lottery draw on January 17, where the winning numbers included 807779, three-digit numbers 699 and 961, and two-digit number 23. The celebrations were fuelled by…
- Thailand News
Lottery scam: Samut Prakan vendor receives fake 1,000 baht notes
A lottery vendor in Samut Prakan fell victim to a scam when a man used counterfeit 1,000 baht notes to purchase lottery tickets. The vendor only realised the deception after the man had vanished with both the tickets and 600 baht in change. The lottery ticket seller, 61 year old Lam Yai Thatthong reported the incident to the police at…
- Thailand News
Lottery luck: Surat Thani woman nets 30 million baht windfall
A lucky individual has ushered in the new year with a significant windfall, winning 30 million baht from the government lottery. The Government Lottery Office announced the results of the draw yesterday afternoon, January 2, revealing the winning numbers for the first prize as 730209. It was a moment of astonishment and joy for one fortunate winner who secured five…
- Thailand News
Out of luck: Lottery scammer busted at Phuket fair
A brazen fraudster tried her luck at scamming thousands of revellers at Phuket’s new year fair—only to find herself caught red-handed by police in the early hours of the morning today, January 2. Phuket City Police swooped in on 45 year old Kritporn Butlo near the central stage of the Saphan Hin Good Things fair around 12.30am. The suspect was…
- Thailand News
Thai-ing luck: Lottery punters chase numbers for year-end jackpot
With jackpot dreams dancing in their heads, Thailand’s hopeful punters are in a tizzy, hunting for the mystical numbers set to bring them a windfall in the year’s final lottery draw today, December 16. As the Government Lottery Office gets ready to reveal the magic numbers, excitement is at an all-time high and the air is charged with predictions and…
- Thailand News
Chai-nce of a lifetime: Thai man’s 12 million baht lottery windfall
A humble Thai man from Chai Nat, Thailand, bagged an extraordinary 12 million baht after a fluke win in the lottery. What he thought would be a simple flutter on a local draw turned into a life-changing windfall, all thanks to a lucky twist of fate. At 4:30pm yesterday, December 1, Chomphon, a resident of Hang Nam Sakhon subdistrict in…
- Thailand News
Thailand reviews N3 lottery’s impact on underground gambling
The Government of Thailand is reviewing the effectiveness of its three-digit lottery ticket, known as N3, to determine if it can counteract the prevalence of underground lotteries. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat revealed that the Government Lottery Office (GLO) is currently conducting a trial of N3 tickets through a sandbox system, with two rounds already underway. However, the trial has…
- Thailand News
Bangkok couple arrested for 39 million baht lottery embezzlement
A Bangkok couple, employed by lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd, has been taken into police custody amid allegations of embezzling 39 million baht from a Thai woman who had previously won a significant Euromillions lottery prize. This arrest marks a significant development in an ongoing investigation into the alleged financial misconduct surrounding the case. The couple, 34 year old Nuwat Yongyut and…
- Thai Life
10 ways people have tried to win the Thai Lottery
The Thai Government lottery is one of the biggest deals in the country. Around any Thai street, you will see vendors on the side with their boxes that contain slips of paper with lottery numbers that you can buy for various costs, typically 80 to 100 or even more baht). With so many participating, what are the chances to win…
- Thailand News
Investigation launched into lawyer accused of 71 million baht fraud
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) chief confirmed a thorough investigation has been conducted into a high-profile fraud case involving a prominent lawyer accused of defrauding an individual out of 71 million baht. The case, filed by Jatuporn “Madam Oi” Ubonlert, accuses prominent lawyer Sittha Biabangkerd of deceiving her into investing in an online lottery business. Police Major General Montri Teskan,…
- Thailand News
Demand for new N3 lottery tickets remains high despite outlet scarcity
Consumer demand for the government’s three-digit lottery tickets remains strong, despite difficulties in locating lottery stores, according to the Finance Ministry. Plans are underway to open additional lottery shops to better serve the public. The popularity of the N3 lottery continues to grow, as observed yesterday, October 19, in Mueang district, Nakhon Ratchasima. Several lottery shops saw a steady stream…
- Thailand News
Thai family celebrates 6 million baht lottery win in Kamphaeng Phet
A heartwarming surprise unfolded yesterday, October 17, when a Thai woman revealed to her mother that she had won the top lottery prize. The moment, captured on video by the Facebook page Lottery Plus, shows the family in Kamphaeng Phet province celebrating after discovering they had hit the jackpot worth 6 million baht. The surprise began when the daughter asked…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s N3 lottery pilot draws crowds, starts successfully
Thailand’s pilot phase of the N3 three-digit lottery kicked off successfully yesterday, drawing numerous buyers to lottery shops eager to try the new state-owned game. Thatsaneeya Thipthanesuan, owner of a lottery shop on Jomphol Road in Nakhon Ratchasima, reported that by 9.30am, more than 30 customers had visited her shop to purchase N3 lottery tickets. To assist her clients, the…
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Nakhon Nayok mobile shop worker wins 6 million baht lottery
A young mobile shop employee at a Lotus’s mall won a 6-million-baht lottery prize after asking a disabled person to pick a ticket for him. The winning ticket, drawn yesterday, October 16, resulted in a life-changing windfall. Peraphon, a 31 year old employee at Under the Sky Telecom, was at the Lotus’s mall in Nakhon Nayok to purchase home improvement…
- Thailand News
Chaiyaphum man wins 12 million baht in lottery
A Chaiyaphum man has won first prize in the latest lottery draw, taking home a staggering 12 million baht. Relatives, overwhelmed with joy, rushed to the local police station to officially record the win. Atisak, a 58 year old man, along with his family, visited the Khon Sawan Police Station in Chaiyaphum province to register his win with Police Lieutenant…
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Village in Udon Thani draws crowds after 18 million baht lottery win
The village of Naka in Udon Thani has become a significant destination for devotees after tourists reported winning 18 million baht in the lottery. This rare occurrence prompted a major ritual to honour the revered figures of Phraya Srisattanakarat and Prasat Phor Phu Srisuttho. Today, October 14, at Naka Village in Mueang district, Udon Thani, Anon Saennan, the founder of…
- Thailand News
Residents make offerings after winning lottery in Ratchaburi
Residents are celebrating substantial lottery wins by making offerings at Phupahung Wongwanaram Monastery in Ratchaburi, bringing chicken eggs, flower garlands, and fireworks to express their gratitude. The temple’s abbot received donations, with some winners attributing their luck to the Naga Loop charm. At Phupahung Wongwanaram Monastery in Ban Huay Sala, Yang Hak subdistrict, Pak Tho district, Ratchaburi province, people from…
- Thailand News
Uttaradit locals seek lottery luck at towering temple statue
Residents of the upper northern province of Uttaradit flocked to Wat Khlong Kaphuea to seek blessings from the towering statue of Thao Wessuwan, hoping for good fortune for today’s lottery draw, October 1. The locals engage in rituals, trying their luck with a three-digit number drawn from a jar. Wat Khlong Kaphuea in Ban Khon, Phichai district, Uttaradit province, became…
- Lifestyle
What to do after winning the lottery in Thailand
Imagine waking up to the news that you’ve won the Thai lottery. With millions of people participating, the excitement is a lot. The Thai lottery, officially known as the Government Lottery, is a national obsession, with draws held twice a month. It’s one of the few legal forms of gambling in Thailand, and the allure of a life-changing win keeps…
- Thailand News
Baht-battle: Courtroom drama unfolds in 30 million lottery dispute
The Kanchanaburi Provincial Court was the stage for high drama today as key witnesses and defendants in the sensational 30 million baht lottery dispute faced off. Jaroon Wimoon, famously known as Uncle Jaroon, has brought a lawsuit against teacher Preacha Kriangkrai and ten others, accusing them of perjury. The courtroom drama kicked off at 10am, today, September 23, with all…
- Thailand News
Village celebrates as woman wins 12 million baht lottery
A village erupted in celebration as an unnamed local woman became a millionaire after winning the first prize in the latest lottery draw. The lucky winner received a total of 12 million baht (US$360,650), sparking widespread joy and congratulations from the community. The Government Lottery Office announced the results of the draw for today, revealing that the first prize-winning number…
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Phetchabun petrol station’s Ganesh Chaturthi tribute sparks lottery frenzy
A petrol station owner in Phetchabun lowered fuel prices to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, drawing attention from lottery enthusiasts eager to find lucky numbers in the firecracker tails. The event included discounts, free food, and a large Ganesh statue. The petrol station in Yang Ngam, Nong Phai District, owned by Chanapon, has a strong devotion to Lord Ganesha. To mark Ganesh…
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Chiang Mai man wins 6 million baht lottery
A resident of Chiang Mai won the lottery prize of 6 million baht, marking the emergence of another millionaire. He plans to use the money for his father’s medical treatment and his child’s education. The news emerged today following the announcement of the latest lottery results by the Government Lottery Office for the draw on September 1. The winning number…
