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Thai military official stripped of rank and dismissed for severe disciplinary violation
A severe disciplinary violation today led to the termination of service and revocation of military rank for a military official. The Royal Gazette announced the dismissal, relieving the military official of duty and stripping him of his military honour medals. The decision was made by sections 9 and 15 of the 2017 Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, in tandem…
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Sino-Thai rail project advances with 13.3km track deal in Ayutthaya
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is set to ink a deal this month with Boonchai Panich (1979) Co Ltd, for the construction of a 13.3-kilometre rail track between Ban Pho and Phra Kaeo in Ayutthaya province. This development is a part of the ambitious Sino-Thai rail project stretching from Bangkok to Nong Khai. Nirut Maneephan, SRT’s governor, unveiled this…
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Central Thailand: Teenager’s firearm malfunction leads to near-fatal confrontation with coconut gatherer
A near-fatal incident occurred when an armed teenager confronted a coconut gatherer, only to have his firearm malfunction, sparing the victim‘s life. The incident was caught on video and shared on social media by a local shop owner. The victim and witnesses have reported the incident to the local police, but claim that the authorities have shown little interest, leading…
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Screenplay takes tragic turn: Israeli director films final scene at Thai actor’s funeral
An Israeli short film director travelled to Thailand to offer his condolences to the family of a Thai actor, who lost his life in the Israel-Hamas war, and shoot the final scene of the movie at the actor’s funeral. According to the Thai Labour Ministry, 9,023 Thai workers in Israel were safely evacuated to Thailand while 20,843 Thai people continued working…
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Tragic crossfire incident in Bangkok sparks nationwide indignation
A tragic incident unfolded in Khlong Toei, Bangkok on November 11, when a crossfire between two rival college groups resulted in the unfortunate demise of an innocent teacher and left another seriously injured. The unfortunate event, reported to the Thung Maha Mek police, claimed the life of Sirada “Jeab” Sinprasert, a 40 year old schoolteacher at Praharuthai Convent School, and injured 19…
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Juvenile protest shakes Nakhon Ratchasima detention centre
Nakhon Ratchasima was the epicentre of a juvenile protest on November 10, as over 40 minors rallied against alleged injustice within a juvenile detention centre. The minors accused the correctional officers of unwarranted harassment and punishment. A significant demand put forth by the protest leaders was the reinstatement of their young activist leader, whose identity is being withheld due to…
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Retired soldier fatally shot during temple ceremony in Nadi
The tranquillity of a religious ceremony at the Burana Sattha Tham temple in Nadi, Prachinburi was abruptly shattered by gunfire at 12.20pm on November 11. The shocking incident, which took place in 2023, resulted in one fatality, a 63 year old retired soldier, identified as 2nd Lieutenant Natthakit Prasankok. Nadi police officers, swiftly dispatched to the scene, found the victim…
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Thai government tackles drunk driving with new entertainment venue policies
In a recent public announcement, Dr Cholnan Srikaew, the Minister of Public Health, addressed the rising concerns of a group affected by alcohol consumption and drunk driving incidents. They have petitioned the Thai government for effective measures to counteract the potential risks associated with the proposed extension of operational hours for entertainment venues. As the spokesperson for Public Health, Dr…
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Jackpot jigsaw: Decoding this week’s lottery statistics as risk-takers await November 16 draw
The lottery statistics for this week’s upcoming draw have been released, offering a chance for risk-takers to analyse the numbers. The standout numbers and the strong contenders are ready for evaluation. The main question is, what numbers will be drawn on this day, November 16? The lottery result for November 16, 2022, saw the first prize number as 121789. The…
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Giant snake surprises driver in viral TikTok video from Thailand
A viral TikTok video showcasing a terrifying incident of a giant snake slithering along the door of a pickup truck has engrossed online users. The video, posted by TikTok user @noodiw030333, captures the unsuspecting moment, leaving viewers to ponder the reaction of the vehicle’s driver upon discovering the unexpected guest. The video ends without revealing whether the driver became aware…
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Thai man accused of beheading neighbour in human sacrifice
Police arrested a Thai man in the southern province of Surat Thani for allegedly beheading his neighbour in a human sacrifice ritual. The dead body, minus the head, of 53 year old Sangiam Penrum, was discovered at a house in a rubber plantation in the Kanchanadit district of Surat Thani province. Sangiam was found sitting on his knees in front…
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European tourists decline by 50% in Koh Kut amid global tensions
A drastic 50% drop in the number of European tourists visiting the Koh Kut district in Trat has been witnessed this year, as reported by the chairman of the Koh Kut administrative organisation. The chairman, who also operates a resort on the island, revealed that around 160,000 to 170,000 tourists visited the district last year, contributing to a revenue of…
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Wild grass whiplash: Teen girls severely injured in Chiang Mai mototbike crash due to roadside grass
Two teenage girls riding a motorbike suffered severe injuries in Chiang Mai after they crashed due to being hit in the face by some wild, uncultivated grass by the roadside. The accident, which resulted in one of the girls lying unconscious with a bloody mouth, prompted calls for related agencies to urgently trim the overgrown grass. A 34 year old…
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Thai mall arrest: Pervert apprehended for secretly filming woman in bathroom
The Thai mall arrest of a 29 year old pervert who attempted to secretly film a woman in a bathroom at a prominent shopping mall, has been arrested by the Thai Metropolitan Police. The pervert, identified as Phongsit Lumna, from Roi Et province, who was captured in Don Hualor, Chon Buri, has a history of criminal activity, ranging from burglary…
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Thai man jailed for killing Chinese scammer in Cambodia dies in prison
A Thai man jailed for killing a Chinese member of a call centre scam gang in Cambodia has died in prison. The government was urged to help Thai people lured into working for unscrupulous scam gangs in Southeast Asia. The 40 year old mother of the deceased, Boonraem Boonme, travelled from the central province of Sukhothai to the eastern province…
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Fatal motorcycle accident in Thailand: Woman crushed under six-wheel truck
A woman tragically lost her life when her motorcycle was run over by a six-wheel truck along a public road. The driver of the truck, 41 year old Komson, claims he was oblivious to the collision until alerted by bystanders. The unfortunate motorcycle accident occurred around 10.30am today. The deceased, who will remain anonymous, was found lifeless atop her Honda…
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Mysterious Naga tracks discovered at Lampang temple during Kathina festival
An unusual trail of Naga tracks was discovered near a pond at the back of the Wat San Pa Teung Wana Ram temple in Phra Bat, Mueang, Lampang yesterday during the Kathina (a Buddhist festival) celebrations. Villagers and a famous financial company jointly donated Kathina robes at the temple. The unexpected sight of these mysterious marks, believed by locals to…
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Snake charmer sparks lottery fever: Viral meditation moment prompts mystical number predictions in Thailand
A viral photo of a woman calmly meditating as a golden-yellow snake slithers up her body sparked a flurry of lottery number predictions on social media. The fascinating image was posted on the Facebook group All About Thailand Snakes by Kanyarat Som-asa, sparking widespread interest and speculation about the snake species and the potential luck it may bring. In the…
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Global diabetes cases surge with steady rise in Thailand
Diabetes is on the rise globally with a staggering 537 million people affected, including a steady increase in Thailand averaging 300,000 new cases per year. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) highlighted the risk factors of escalating global diabetes, focusing on family history, obesity, overweight, high waist circumference, and high blood pressure as key elements. The IDF designated tomorrow, November 14…
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Love’s detour: Thai man loses motorcycle to woman he met on dating app in central Thailand
A Thai man turned to Uthai Police Station officers in the central province of Ayutthaya for help after losing his motorcycle to a woman he met on a dating application. The 39 year old man, named Boy, filed a complaint against a Thai woman, Fai, for stealing his motorcycle from his house in Ayutthaya province. Boy explained that he met…
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Tourist truce: PM Srettha makes a ‘Great Wall’ of friendship, inviting Chinese police to patrol in Thailand
Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin planned to ask Chinese police to join patrols at several tourist attractions in Thailand to win the trust of tourists from the People’s Republic of China. Unexpectedly, the visa-free policy is failing to attract Chinese tourists to Thailand after the pandemic. Most Chinese tourists are reportedly worried about their safety in Thailand following the death…
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Thailand prepares for onset of cool season as northern front approaches
Thailand is bracing for a weather shift as a cool front from the north is set to lower temperatures starting tomorrow, signalling the onset of the cool season. This front, according to reports from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), was making its way over the region during the weekend, bringing with it strong winds. The shift in weather won’t be…
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School honours late teacher, strengthens security after teen shooting incident
The Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus School held a memorial ceremony for one of its teachers, a significant faculty member, who was tragically lost in a teen shooting incident. The event occurred around 8.30am today. The school is now increasing its security measures to ensure such incidents don’t reoccur. The 50 year old Assistant Director of Human Resources and…
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Thai mother hires gunman for murder of her drug addicted son
A Thai mother surrendered herself to the police and confessed to hiring a gunman for the murder of her drug addicted son in a house in the Isaan province of Loei. The death of a 31 year old Thai man, Weeraphan Phothong, was reported to the Chiang Khan Police Station officers on Thursday, November 9 at about 9am. Weeraphan was…
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Iberdrola highlights hydrogen’s commercialisation challenges despite its green potential
A green and abundant energy source for the future, hydrogen commercialisation is difficult without government subsidies, according to Iberdrola, the world’s third-largest private renewable electric utility provider. The company suggests that hydrogen might not be the ideal energy source for passenger cars, but rather for heavy logistics and industry. Armando Martinez, Iberdrola’s chief executive, acknowledged that hydrogen has been used by…
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Thai teacher killed and university student injured in shooting in Bangkok
A Thai teacher lost her life and a student was severely injured in a shooting between scholars from different universities in Bangkok. Tung Maha Mek Police Station officers were notified of the shooting on the footpath along the Khlong Toey neighbourhood of Bangkok at about 10am yesterday, November 11. Officers rushed to the scene and encountered the first victim, 19 year…
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Purrr-mission granted: Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan Dam hosts sanctioned fishing season for giant Mekong catfish
A sanctioned fishing season is underway at the Kaeng Krachan Dam in Phetchaburi, Thailand, where the Fisheries Department’s inland fisheries prevention and suppression unit is permitting the capture of up to 60 giant Mekong catfish. The season commenced on November 9 and will run through January 9, providing the total catch does not exceed the 60 fish limit before the…
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Boat race tragedy: Champion drowns celebrating victory in Thailand
A tragic twist of fate turned joy into sorrow when a 54 year old from Buriram province, drowned after happily jumping into the Chakkarat River to celebrate his team’s victory in a long boat race. The unfortunate boat race tragedy occurred yesterday, at the racing site along Chakkarat River, a tributary of the Mekong River, in the town of Phimai,…
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5G network development: NBTC explores 3500MHz band allocation
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is exploring the potential of allocating a section of the 3500-megahertz band to foster the development of a private 5G network. This move is aimed at encouraging practical applications across industries and enterprises. Talks are underway between NBTC and various stakeholders including telecom operators, vendors, representatives from the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand,…
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GPS mishap: Woman drives into ditch in Banglamung
A woman unfamiliar with her route plunged her car into a ditch while following GPS directions to visit a friend in Banglamung, Chon Buri. Rescue officials rushed to the scene following the GPS mishap, which occurred around 2.30am today. The distress call was received by the Pattaya City Bright Prosperity Rescue Centre, reporting a car accident with injuries near Nong…
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