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Pattani pair ‘checkout’ with million-baht heist
Two thieves remain at large after stealing 1.2 million baht from the manager of a convenience store in the southern province of Pattani. Officers from Mayo Police Station are searching for the male suspects involved in the theft, which occurred at around 2.30pm, yesterday, November 18. The victim was the manager of a convenience store, who was on her way…
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Subaru overturns on Kaset-Nawamin Road, driver missing
A Subaru vehicle veered off the road and overturned in a grassy area along the Kaset-Nawamin Road. Police are actively searching for the driver, questioning whether alcohol might have been involved. The incident was reported at 3.35am today to the Khok Kram Police Station. The accident occurred on Prasert Manukit Road (Kaset-Nawamin) inbound, heading towards the Kasetsart intersection in the…
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Intoxicated Thai man arrested for false report of monk firing gun
A man under the influence of alcohol fabricated a story accusing a monk of firing a gun into the sky, leading to the man’s arrest at Mo Chit Bus Terminal in Bangkok. He was found with an air gun and later confessed to making a false report after consuming alcohol. Police, led by Phuwadol Ounpho, the commander of Bang Sue…
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Foreign man fined 500 baht for physically assaulting Thai restaurant worker
Police fined a foreign man 500 baht for physically assaulting a Thai restaurant worker in the Patong neighbourhood of Phuket. The foreign attacker also issued an apology to both the victim and the restaurant owner. Pictures of the incident, showing the foreign man in all-white clothes attacking the Thai man outside a restaurant in Phuket, were shared by the news…
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Thai police seize 80 million baht assets in online fraud raid
Police dismantled a sophisticated network involved in online investment fraud, apprehending seven suspects and seizing assets worth over 80 million baht. The operation, named Cyber Guardian, was conducted by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB)’s Anti-Cyber Crime Division. Cyber Guardian targeted individuals involved in a criminal organisation that deceived the public through fake online platforms. Seven individuals, 36 year old Saiyan,…
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Bangkok car crash: Honda Civic bursts into flames, passengers escape
A dramatic car accident unfolded in Bangkok as a Honda Civic hurtled across a road divider, crashing into a utility pole and bursting into flames. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of today, November 19, saw a young man and woman narrowly escaping the blazing vehicle. Police Lieutenant Investigator Sangansak Chiamsanguanwong from Bueng Kum Police Station received a…
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Thai Tesla driver admits reckless driving after argument (video)
The driver of a white Tesla admitted to reckless driving on a motorway, following a heated argument with his girlfriend, which led to his hospitalisation due to stress. He has accepted responsibility for his actions and vows not to repeat them. Reports emerged on social media yesterday, November 18, of a white Tesla weaving dangerously through traffic on a motorway,…
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Thai boy hugs mum for last time before taking his own life with aunt’s gun
A 13 year old Thai boy hugged his mother for the last time before taking his own life with his aunt’s gun at a family home in the central province of Ayutthaya yesterday, November 18. Officers from Mueang Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station and rescuers from the Ruam Katanyu Foundation investigated the incident at a house in the Ban…
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Bang Sue police inspector joins nightclub party during ID checks (video)
A deputy police inspector from Bang Sue district, Bangkok, was seen dancing while conducting ID checks at a nightclub. The move, which occurred yesterday, November 18, aimed to create a relaxed atmosphere for patrons and reduce tension during routine checks. Woraphat Sookthai took to the dance floor to perform a light-hearted routine in response to a viral clip. He explained…
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Drunk Mexican man crashes car into Thai road sweeper in Pattaya
A Thai road sweeper yesterday sustained serious injuries after being struck by a car driven by a drunk Mexican man on Southern Pattaya Road. Officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station were alerted to the accident at approximately 7am, yesterday, November 18, and rushed to the scene, near a petrol station on Southern Pattaya Road. The victim, identified as 22 year…
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Retiring in Thailand: Why and how health insurance is crucial for your golden years
Thailand offers an ideal setting for retirees with its tropical climate, warm hospitality, and affordable living. But enjoying your golden years to the fullest means planning for health coverage. Here’s a complete guide on why health insurance is essential for retirees in Thailand and what you should consider in a plan. 1. Retirement visa requirements for health coverage To retire…
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Somchai tees off at Thai PM to settle Alpine Golf land dispute
In a blistering call to action, former senator Somchai Sawangkarn has once more urged Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to decisively tackle a fiery land dispute around Alpine Golf Course that’s been simmering for far too long. In his third open letter, Somchai implores the Thai premier to show true grit and integrity, insisting that the nation’s wellbeing is at stake.…
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Porsche-paced: Thai woman taken for a ride in surprise luxury Grab
In the most thrilling ride of her life, a Thai woman was left gobsmacked when a luxury Porsche showed up for her ordinary Grab booking. The surprise pickup, which has since become an Internet sensation, was all thanks to the driver’s usual vehicle being in the shop, leaving him to earn points in style with his flashy substitute. TikTok user…
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Thai man’s bewitching romance scam, casts spell on victims (video)
Two Thai women are seeking justice for themselves and other victims after a Thai man allegedly ran a romance scam, cast black magic spells and swindled money from them and others. The two victims, 27 year old Kasamon and 29 year old Phitchaya, sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive to facilitate legal action against the alleged romance scammer, identified…
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Gold rush: Baht bling sees prices sparkle as investors move fast
In a dazzling surge that has investors buzzing, gold prices shot up this morning, leaving last night’s figures in the dust. The Gold Traders Association (GTA) reported a major leap, bumping gold ornament prices to a striking 43,050 baht per baht weight. Updated just after 9am, today, November 18, this marks a 200 baht jump since yesterday. Here’s the lowdown:…
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Overloaded pickup truck overturns in Nakhon Ratchasima
In a near-tragic twist of fate, a rice-laden pickup truck flipped over, narrowly missing disaster for its driver in Nakhon Ratchasima. The dramatic accident, thought to be triggered by an overloaded vehicle causing a wheel nut to come loose, unfolded yesterday, November 17, in the bustling area of Phimai. Emergency crews from the Phimai rescue unit dashed to the scene…
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Medeze scoops prestigious industry award for stem cell innovation
MEDEZE Group Public Company Limited hit a high note in the world of regenerative medicine, bagging the coveted ACES Award for Industry Champions of the Year. This accolade shines a spotlight on the firm’s monumental strides in stem cell banking across Southeast Asia, celebrating its impressive evolution from Bangkok Stem Cell in 2010 to Thailand’s top mesenchymal stem cell bank…
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Son demands probe after father’s injuries at Thai care centre
A son is distraught after finding his father with swollen eyes and bruises while under the care of an elderly care centre. Staff at the facility claimed the injuries were inflicted during an altercation while changing the father’s diaper. However, the son suspects the injuries are more indicative of assault and has filed a complaint with local police for a…
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Thai prisons ensure religious rights for Muslim inmates
In a move to reassure the public, the Corrections Department pledged its unwavering commitment to respect the religious rights of Muslim inmates across Thai prisons. This comes on the heels of the high-profile arrest of Malaysian pop sensation, Wan Norshaheeda Azlin Binti Wan Ismail, better known as Eda Ezrin, during a dramatic drug raid at Narathiwat Provincial Prison earlier this…
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Thai woman missing after iCon Group fraud loss and husband row
A Thai man expressed concern for his wife’s safety after she went missing following the financial stress linked to an investment loss with the iCon Group and a dispute with the husband. The 36 year old man, Sila, shared a video of his six year old daughter crying for her missing mother on social media before appealing to Channel 8 for…
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Melbourne teenagers fight for life in Thailand after toxic vodka shots
Two Melbourne teenagers are fighting for their lives in Thailand after allegedly downing poisoned vodka shots, raising alarm among travellers in the region. The pair, both 19 years old and fresh from university holidays, were rushed to hospital from the Laotian capital, Vientiane, with police suspecting their drinks had been laced with lethal methanol. Those dreams of carefree travels have…
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Thaksin leads critical local election battle in northeast Thailand
The upcoming Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) chief election in Udon Thani has drawn national attention as Thaksin Shinawatra, the influential figure behind the ruling Pheu Thai Party, leads campaign efforts against the emerging People’s Party challenger. The November 24 election pits Pheu Thai’s candidate Sarawut Petchpanomporn against the People’s Party’s Kanisorn Khurirangon in what analysts view as a significant test…
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Thai man arrested for assaulting ex-girlfriend, citing black magic, concealing HIV
Police in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok arrested a Thai man for allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend, accusing her of concealing her HIV-positive status and casting a black magic spell on him. The woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, filed a complaint against her 30 year old ex-boyfriend, Nattawut, accusing him of stealing a CCTV camera from her house, assaulting her, and…
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Fowl play suspected: Chicken deaths ruffle feathers in Buriram
A perplexing incident involving the mysterious death of chickens has captured the attention of locals in Buriram province. The chickens, belonging to Jareum and Kaeo Dathong, died on a Buddhist holy day, raising suspicions among the community. The couple, who live in Pak Chong village, Nong Waeng subdistrict, Lahan Sai district, discovered 12 of their chickens dead overnight. The fowls…
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Nonthaburi village in shock after motorcycle shooting spree
A sudden series of shootings left residents of a Nonthaburi village in shock when a man on a motorcycle fired shots at four houses. Despite having no prior conflicts, homeowners were bewildered and frightened by the unprovoked attacks. Local police are now investigating. Yesterday, November 17, a concerning event unfolded in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi, as reported by Yanyong Kamjai,…
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Monkeys escape enclosure, invade Lop Buri cop shop (video)
In a scene straight out of a comedy caper, a mischievous troop of over 200 monkeys staged a daring escape from the Pho Khao Ton Monkey Nursery in Lop Buri’s Mueang district, causing quite the kerfuffle with an unexpected visit to the nearby Tha Hin Police Station. Yesterday, Sunday, November 17, around 300 cheeky primates originally corralled from Lop Buri…
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Patong punch-up: Foreign man swings at loud restaurant worker
A foreign man physically assaulted a Thai restaurant worker in the Patong area of Phuket, reportedly due to annoyance at the worker loudly inviting customers into the restaurant. The Phuket Times shared screenshots from CCTV footage of the physical assault today, November 18. However, the exact date of the incident has not been reported. “A foreign tourist acts like a…
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Intoxicated tourist detained after Pattaya restaurant altercation
An intoxicated tourist was apprehended in Pattaya following an alleged assault on a restaurant owner’s husband. The incident unfolded at a restaurant in Soi Pratumnak 4. At 3.06am, today, November 18, 45 year old Grongkan Ketwetchasuriya, the owner of the establishment, approached Deputy Chief of Investigation, Sakyachai Chaidet, at the Pattaya City Police Station, seeking assistance in handling the unruly…
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Thailand backs free trade and green economy at APEC summit
Thailand is set to champion the establishment of a Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP) and is committed to supporting green economy initiatives and sustainable development. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra underscored these priorities during her participation in the APEC Economic Leaders’ Retreat, chaired by Peru President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra, before the conclusion of the 31st Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation…
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Thai transwoman and foreign man clash on gender misunderstanding in Phuket
A brawl erupted between a Thai transwoman and a foreign man at a hotel in Phuket after the foreigner refused to pay upon discovering her gender. A source, who wishes to remain anonymous, reported the altercation between the Thai transwoman and the foreign man to the local news Facebook page, Phuket Times, on November 18. The page shared a post.…
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