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Thai woman arrested with ketamine hidden in underwear at border
Police arrested a Thai woman with ketamine hidden in her underwear as she crossed the border in the Isaan province of Sa Kaeo after working as a party entertainer in Poipet, Cambodia. The 28 year old Thai woman, Sararat Saengmook, was stopped at the Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in the Aranyaprathet district of Sa Kaeo at about 10.30am yesterday, February…
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Tee-time showdown: Golf unites Icons of Football for epic swing-off
As global icons gear up for a tournament that’s truly above par, the Icons Series has partnered with Singha Corporation to tee off an unmissable clash where football greats swap the pitch for the fairway. This unique event in Bangkok’s stunning Robinswood golf course promises to blend the finesse of football with the finesse of the greens, offering fans a sporting spectacle…
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Man critically injured over unpaid debt of tens of thousands baht
A 32 year old man was shot and critically injured after failing to repay a debt of tens of thousands of baht. The incident occurred at 6am today, February 26, in a house located in the Mueang district of Chon Buri province. Police Lieutenant Chinawat Thisala was notified of the shooting. Emergency services and rescue units attended the scene and…
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Bangkok condo nightmare: Noise, cannabis, and daily rentals
Residents of a Bangkok condominium are at their wits’ end as daily rentals by foreigners have turned their once peaceful home into a noisy nightmare. Complaints of loud parties, the smell of cannabis lingering in hallways, and blatant rule-breaking at the swimming pool have become all too common, leaving long-term residents frustrated and desperate for solutions. The issue was recently…
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MRT breakdown leaves commuters stranded during rush hour
Commuters were left fuming during this morning’s rush hour as the MRT malfunctioned between Chatuchak Park Station and Phahon Yothin Station, stranding passengers and causing significant delays. The breakdown occurred at approximately 7.50am today, February 26, leaving hundreds of commuters stuck on platforms and inside trains. The MRT management quickly issued a statement at 8.30am. “The MRT is malfunctioning at…
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Safety first: Pattaya’s volunteer squad gears up to shield tourists
In a significant push towards ensuring the safety of visitors in Pattaya, more than 180 eager volunteers gathered yesterday for a rigorous training seminar aimed at boosting their skills in safeguarding tourists. The event unfolded yesterday, February 25, at the Bang Lamung District Office, under the guidance of Police Major General Noraseth Suwannanikha, Commander of Tourist Police Division 1. This…
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At least 17 deaths reported in coach bus accident in Prachin Buri
A coach bus crashed into a traffic barrier and overturned on the side of a road in the central province of Prachin Buri at 3.30am today, February 26, resulting in at least 17 deaths and multiple injuries. Officers from the Wang Khon Police Station in the Nadee district of Prachin Buri closed the right lane of Road Number 304 to…
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Room for concern: Foreign investors in Thai property causes a stir
Tourist industry insiders voiced concerns about the amount of foreign investors snapping up hotels, pool villas, and luxury digs in Thailand’s bustling tourist hotspots like Phuket and Bangkok. Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), added his voice to the growing chorus of concern. He’s especially wary of Russian property owners flouting the rules by secretly renting out…
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Weather alert issued for heavy rain across 24 Thai provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for today advising residents across 24 provinces to stay alert for heavy rainfall, flash floods, and forest runoff. Coastal areas may experience sea waves exceeding 3 metres due to weather conditions. The TMD’s 24-hour forecast indicates that the easterly and southeasterly winds bringing moisture from the South China Sea and…
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Pattaya police slam brakes on motorcycle theft gang
In a daring night-time crackdown, Pattaya police brought a screeching halt to a high-octane motorcycle theft gang, catching them in the act thanks to eagle-eyed locals. Under the cover of night on February 25 at exactly 12.30am, officers from Bang Lamung Police Station swooped into the Khao Ta Lo area, acting on red-hot tips from fed-up residents, reported Pattaya News.…
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Bass-case scenario: Pattaya bar’s booming beats face the music
Pattaya police swooped on a notorious Pattaya beer bar complex after complaints from fed-up locals about the noise transforming their nights into a nightmare. On Tuesday, February 24, at 8.30pm, Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampichet had finally had enough and ordered a full-scale investigation of the hubbub hotspot in Soi Diana, South Pattaya, following a chorus of noise complaints from grumbling…
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Young Thai CEO charged in 800 million baht fraud case
In a shocking twist to a massive investment scam, the CEO of a Thai company has been charged with aiding fraudsters who defrauded victims out of 800 million baht through a fake digital investment scheme. The accused allegedly registered a company used by scammers to launder money, receiving just 500 baht for his role in the elaborate fraud. Police Colonel Thiraphas…
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Woman’s body found strangled in Thai paddy field
A shocking discovery emerged when a fisherman found the body of a woman, strangled and abandoned in a paddy field. Police are now working to identify the deceased and pursue the perpetrator. The incident unravelled yesterday, February 24, at 10pm in a field within Soi Rai Khing 34, Rai Khing subdistrict, Sam Phran district, Nakhon Pathom province. Police Lieutenant Colonel…
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Illegal Internet stations found beaming signals into Laos
Police in Nong Khai uncovered a network of illegal wireless Internet stations suspected of beaming signals across the border into Laos, raising serious security concerns. The discovery was made this morning, February 25, by officials from the Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and Nong Khai police, who are now hunting for those responsible. The investigation was…
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Thai couple accuse shop of selling fake gold, only to find son thief
A Thai couple accused a Bangkok gold shop of selling them a fake gold necklace, only to later discover that their son stole the genuine one and replaced it with a counterfeit. The couple, 66 year old Rungroj and 54 year old La-ong, filed a complaint at Rattanathibet Police Station on Sunday, February 23, after realising that the gold necklace…
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Severe floods hit Phatthalung: Homes submerged, school closed
Severe flooding has wreaked havoc across Phatthalung province, leaving hundreds of homes submerged, schools closed, and livestock in danger, despite the rain easing this morning, February 25. The deluge has impacted several districts, including Kong Ra, Srinakarin, Pa Bon, Tamode, and Pa Phayom, with Khuan Khanun among the hardest hit. Key areas such as the Pho Thong intersection and the…
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Lao woman arrested in Hat Yai prostitution sting
In a dramatic undercover operation, Hat Yai Police busted a Lao woman running a covert prostitution ring through the LINE app, exposing a hidden world of illicit activity in the heart of Hat Yai, Songkhla province. The sting operation, led by Police Colonel Nattapong Koet-iem, Superintendent of the 6th Police Station, uncovered the scheme operating out of a resort on…
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Bullion boost: Gold shines brighter as prices gleam
Gold prices have taken a glittering leap today, as excited punters flock to the shiny stuff. When the Gold Traders Association (GTA) swung open the morning market, gold was sparkling higher than yesterday’s close on February 24. How much for a bit of bling? Gold jewellery is making hearts flutter at a dazzling 47,300 baht per baht weight. February 25…
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Tourists attacked on Bangla Road, police hunt for security guard
A wild night on Bangla Road turned violent when two foreign tourists were brutally assaulted by at least one security guard, leaving them injured and shaken. The shocking incident occurred in the early hours of today, February 25, prompting a swift response from Patong Police who are now hunting for the attacker. The two victims were identified as 24 year…
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Abandoned newborn found at Wat Saman Rattanaram temple gate
A newborn baby was discovered abandoned at the entrance gate of Wat Saman Rattanaram in Chachoengsao province, with mosquito bites covering its body. The temple’s abbot urged those responsible to reclaim the child and embrace their humanity. The incident took place at 5.45am today, February 25, when a social media post from Wat Saman Rattanaram highlighted the discovery of the…
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Tragic family dispute in Udon Thani ends in fatal stabbing
A family dispute between two brothers ended in tragedy when a younger brother fatally stabbed his elder sibling in Udon Thani province. Police were alerted at 9.30pm, Sunday, February 23, to a stabbing incident in Mueang Dong Yen district, where 35 year old Phumwat Suea was injured and later died in hospital. His brother, 32 year old Sakchai Hin, stayed…
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Thai actress files theft charges against ‘wicked’ nanny
Thai actress Panadda Wongphudee, also known as “Boom,” is taking a stand after discovering her former nanny had repeatedly stolen from her. In a dramatic turn of events, Boom filed an official complaint yesterday, February 24, declaring she won’t let the wrongdoer get away with it any longer. The scandal first erupted when Boom took to social media to expose…
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Buriram man arrested for selling cannabis in space-themed room
A 25 year old man from Buriram was apprehended for selling cannabis from his home, which featured a space-themed room for customers. He ordered supplies from Bangkok and reportedly earned an average of 60,000 to 80,000 baht per month. Yesterday, February 24, police from the Nang Rong district in Buriram, in collaboration with district administration and public health officials, executed…
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7 foreign tourists arrested in Pai for public nuisance
In a bold crackdown on disruptive behaviour, Pai Police arrested seven foreign tourists for causing public nuisance, including smoking cannabis in public. The arrests were made yesterday, February 24, as part of a campaign to maintain public order in the popular tourist destination. Led by Police Colonel Samret Samsitong, Superintendent of Pai Police Station, along with Police Lieutenant Colonel Nopphakhun…
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Police doubt Thai woman’s claim of 10 million baht loss in fire
Police suspect a Thai woman of being involved in a criminal operation after she claimed that 10 million baht in cash went missing following a fire at her home in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. The 27 year old Thai woman, Nittaya Trisukhon, filed a complaint with officers at Rattanathibet Police Station at 5pm on Sunday, February 23, reporting that a…
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Building trouble: Businesswoman’s missing gear found at cop’s home
A businesswoman dealing in construction equipment reported a significant loss of over 1.6 million baht after her products went missing during a relocation. Later found at a police officer’s home who had been hired for the move, her attempts to reclaim the items were met with resistance. The businesswoman, referred to as Noong (pseudonym), reached out to the media to…
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Man found dead in Chai Nat storage room amid cold snap
A 67 year old man was found dead in a storage room near a village water tank in Chai Nat province, opposite Wat Lat Senabodi. The man, identified as Somchai Bunruangsak, was discovered unclothed in a mosquito net surrounded by an array of medication, yesterday, February 24, with records indicating high blood pressure. Police suspect his death was due to…
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Visa la Vida: British man busted in Chiang Mai after 25-year overstay
In a stunning immigration crackdown, Chiang Mai Immigration arrested a British man who had overstayed his visa by an astonishing 9,135 days – more than 25 years. The man, whose name has not been released, managed to evade authorities for over two decades, making this one of the longest visa overstays ever recorded in Thailand. The dramatic arrest took place…
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Charged up: Bangkok set to roll out 1,520 electric buses by August
The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) is preparing to lease 1,520 electric buses with the first batch set to be operational by August. This initiative aims to replace over 30-year-old non-air-conditioned buses and reduce maintenance costs. According to a report from the Ministry of Transport today, the BMTA will propose the leasing project to the board during their meeting tomorrow,…
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2 Thai children rescued from drug-addicted and abusive stepfather
Social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet yesterday rescued two children, aged seven and one, from their drug-addicted, abusive stepfather in the central province of Nakhon Pathom. The children’s 21 year old Thai mother sought help from Gun after she was unable to protect herself and her children from her abusive husband, 31 year old John. She further revealed that she was…
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