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Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....
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Cash-out: Old German man ends life after costly romance
A 91 year old German man committed suicide at his home in Samut Prakan province, near Bangkok, after his Thai girlfriend repeatedly asked him for money. He had reportedly lost more than 30 million baht to this woman. Officers from Bang Phli Police Station investigated the suicide of the 91 year old German, Bothmer Arnulf, at his home in the…
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Joint session on 2017 Thailand constitution set for mid-December
The House of Representatives anticipates holding a joint session with the Senate by mid-December to deliberate on a bill amending the 2017 constitution. According to Nattawut Buaprathum, a People’s Party list MP and opposition whip chief, this decision follows an agreement between the government and opposition whips. The whips agreed that starting deliberation during the nearly concluded parliamentary session would…
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Gang attack in Bangkok leaves man fatally shot
A notorious gang stormed a rival’s home, resulting in a tragic shooting where the older brother came out to confront them but was fatally shot multiple times. The younger brother revealed the deceased had just returned to visit their mother before being caught in the crossfire. Police have identified the suspects. At 2am today, October 18, Tosaphon Rungchaeng, a deputy…
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No putt-ing around: RTAF golf course revamp on hold for deeper study
The proposal to transform the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF)’s Dhupatemiya golf course in Pathum Thani into a public park requires an in-depth study, as the location plays a critical role in the military’s strategic operations, stated Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. Phumtham was addressing questions from the People’s Party (PP) MP for Pathum Thani, Chetawan Thuaprakhon, regarding the potential transfer…
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Thailand joins BRICS Plus Summit in Russia, aims to boost ties
Thailand will participate in the 4th BRICS Plus Summit in Russia, with Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa representing the country instead of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, as announced yesterday, October 17. Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesperson Nikorn Balankura confirmed that Thailand will join the meeting, scheduled from October 22 to 24 in Kazan, Tatarstan, upon the invitation of Russian President Vladimir…
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Sisaket woman wins 6 million baht lottery after prayers to serpent
A Thai woman’s prayer to a mythical serpent for lottery luck came true, making her a millionaire. She received 6 million baht after winning the first prize in the lottery. The Thai woman, 43 year old Ratsamee from Ban Nong Khukham, Nong Siang Thun in Prang Ku district, Sisaket province, had an ordinary day turn extraordinary when she discovered she…
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GHB holds savings bonds prize draw in Nonthaburi
The Government Housing Bank (GHB) held the prize draw for its savings bonds yesterday, October 16, at the prize draw building of the Government Lottery Office (GLO) in Nonthaburi. The event was presided over by Akkarut Sonthayanon, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and Chairman of the GHB Board, along with Thidaporn Meekingthong, GHB Deputy Managing Director. Media…
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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…
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Chatuchak condo residents glue-d to growing homeless woes
Residents of a condominium in Chatuchak district, Bangkok, raised concerns about a growing number of homeless individuals who have taken up residence in front of their building, indulging in alcohol and glue sniffing, and leaving food waste scattered. Despite repeated reports to local government officials, the issue remains unresolved. A post on the Facebook page Drama-addict highlighted the problem, with…
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Interest peaked: Thailand banks on MPK rate cut to boost economy
The Government of Thailand believes the recent reduction in the policy interest rate by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will positively impact the economy. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavichir stated that the decrease was anticipated and would help alleviate financial burdens. Yesterday, October 16, at 9.30am, Pichai addressed the media at the Government House regarding the MPC’s…
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Drone and steady: Phuket police ready for flood and storm aid
Phuket Provincial Police announced their readiness to assist residents during floods and storms, employing modern equipment such as drones to aid those in need. Phuket Provincial Police Commander Sinlert Sukhum emphasised the importance of these preparations in an official report released yesterday, October 16. Sinlert detailed that local police stations across Phuket have implemented various measures to ensure public safety…
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All aboard: Vietnam charts a 7.2 billion baht track to China
Vietnam announced an estimated cost of 179 trillion dong (US$7.2 billion) to build a new railway connecting it with China‘s Yunnan province. The proposed 427-kilometre railway will traverse from Lao Cai province, through Hanoi, and extend to the port city of Haiphong and Ha Long City, according to the Vietnam News Agency. The country is actively pursuing the upgrade of…
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Hack attack: Thai student caught in mule account mayhem
A female vocational student from Nakhon Si Thammarat sought media assistance after her mobile phone was hacked, leading to the unauthorised opening of a mule account in her name, resulting in two police summonses being sent to her home, raising concerns about her studies. Somnuk and Oranong Thongsuk reported to the media that their daughter, Natnaree Thongsuk, a student at…
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Jackpot: New Thai government lottery tickets now on sale, 20 baht
The new N3 three-digit lottery tickets are now on sale, offering a total prize pool of 2 million baht. Each ticket costs 20 baht, and the first draw is scheduled for November 1. The Government Lottery Office (GLO) announced the launch of N3 three-digit lottery tickets, available to the public today, October 17. The tickets, priced at 20 baht each,…
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Poisoned justice: CSD to wrap up cyanide serial killer cases
The Crime Suppression Division (CSD) officers reported today that they would submit the summary of the 14 cases that rocked Thailand involving the cyanide serial killer. The CSD revealed today, October 17, that they would present the summary to the prosecutor by the end of October. The suspect is expected to be sentenced for one major case in November. The…
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Pump up: PTT station drops petrol prices by 0.50 baht per litre
PTT Station announced a reduction in retail petrol prices by 0.50 baht per litre for all types of gasoline and gasohol, effective today, October 17 after 5am. The new prices will come into effect starting today. The announcement from PTT Station outlines that the price for regular petrol will now be 43.64 baht per litre. Gasohol 95 will be available…
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Minor earthquake in Chiang Mai causes no damage
An earthquake of magnitude 1.1 struck Chiang Mai yesterday with its epicentre in the Pa Phai subdistrict, San Sai district. Occurring at a depth of 2 kilometres, the tremor caused no reported damage or awareness among the locals. The Earthquake Surveillance Division of the Meteorological Department reported the seismic activity at 11.07pm yesterday, October 16. Despite the occurrence, there were…
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Thai man wanted for raping two disabled girls for over 2 years
Police summoned a Thai man to answer a legal charge of sexually abusing two disabled sisters over two years while the victims worked as maids at his home in the central province of Singburi. The girls’ 31 year old mother, Dao, turned to Channel 7 for help after her two daughters were raped revealing the rapist’s lawyer threatened her not to take…
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Thai restaurant Samsen opens new branch in Hong Kong
When Thai restaurant Samsen first opened in Wan Chai district, Hong Kong in 2016, chef Adam Cliff quickly became the go-to guy for Wagyu beef noodles. Fast-forward to 2024, and Samsen is on the cusp of launching its third Hong Kong branch on On Lan Street, Central district. With each opening, the restaurant has pushed culinary boundaries—and this new location…
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Fowl play: Ratchaburi cops ruffle feathers in illegal cockfighting raid
Ratchaburi cops raided an illegal cockfighting ring hidden in a forested area, apprehending 25 gamblers and charging them with three serious offences. The operation followed complaints from locals about the activities near Moo 7 in Ang Thong subdistrict. Sutthiphong Phutthachantra, the district chief of Mueang Ratchaburi, received reports from locals about a makeshift cockfighting arena attracting numerous gamblers. Consequently, he…
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People’s Party MP denies speeding after Parliament car park collision
A People’s Party MP denied driving at high speed following a collision in the parliament car park building yesterday. The car accident, which occurred on the B2 floor of the car park, was reported by Thai media yesterday, October 16. The collision reportedly took place in a section of the parking lot reserved for MPs, involving a black sedan and a…
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Billion-baht investment boosts Pattaya’s Terminal 21 mall
The bustling beachside retreat of Pattaya is about to see its shopping scene taken to new heights. Land and Houses (LH), one of the country’s largest property developers, announced a massive 5.7 billion baht investment in its Terminal 21 Pattaya shopping mall, proving that the city’s economic potential is glowing as bright as its beaches. Terminal 21 Pattaya, which opened…
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Thailand unveils 110 billion baht economic recovery plan
Thailand’s government rolled out a comprehensive economic recovery initiative, aiming to inject up to 110 billion baht into the economy by supporting small businesses through collaborations with major corporations. This campaign, running from September to January, encompasses three main strategies: reducing expenses, generating income, and creating opportunities. The focus is primarily on small operators, who constitute 90% of the country’s…
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BLACKPINK’s Lisa steals the show at Victoria’s Secret
BLACKPINK’s Lisa turned up the heat at the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Paris, leaving the audience breathless with her electric rockstar energy. Riding high, literally, on a motorbike suspended in the air, the K-pop sensation opened the show with her hit single Rockstar, dazzling fans in a leather two-piece that screamed power and glamour. The Thai-born superstar didn’t…
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High-end hotels check in higher rates amid rising tourist numbers
High-end hotel operators are poised to increase room rates during the High Season as tourist numbers are anticipated to rise in the coming months, while mid-tier and lower-tier hotels continue to face challenges. The hotel operator sentiment index reveals this trend. Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), reported that the average occupancy rate in September was 55%,…
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Chadchart inspects footpath renovation in Bangkok Yai district
The capital’s streets are getting a makeover and Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt is leading the charge. The 58 year old city chief, accompanied by Deputy Governor Wisanu Subsompon, hit the streets on Tuesday, October 15 to inspect the ongoing footpath renovation project on Itsaraphap Road near the MRT Itsaraphap Station in Bangkok Yai district. This ambitious upgrade, launched in June,…
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Thai boxing coach in legal ring after almost blinding biker
Three motorcycle taxi riders are taking legal action against a Thai boxing coach in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, following a physical altercation on the night of Monday, October 14, during which one of the riders nearly lost his sight. Two of the three riders, 37 year old Komsan Charoensisuk and 52 year old Adisorn Dokmaitate, filed a complaint against the…
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Chiang Rai cops needle out 126kg heroin in Mae Sai drug bust
A significant drug bust occurred in Chiang Rai yesterday where police seized over 126 kilogrammes of heroin following a confrontation between a task force and a drug smuggling group near the Mae Sai border. Police Colonel Anuwat Panyanant, Commander of the Task Force Thap Chao Tak, Pha Mueang Force, announced the details of the operation during a press conference. The…
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Thailand’s industrial confidence dips as floods hit economy
Thailand’s Industrial Confidence Index dropped to 87.1 in September, down from 87.7 in August, announced Nava Chantanasurakon, Vice Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The decline is primarily due to severe flooding across northern, northeastern, and central regions, impacting homes, agricultural areas, industries, and tourism, with economic losses estimated between 30 and 50 billion baht. The widespread flooding…
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Over 830 tonnes of drug precursor seized in northern Thailand
The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) officers seized more than 830 tonnes of drug precursors at a warehouse in the Mae Sot district, in the northern province of Tak, owned by Chinese nationals. Officers from the ONCB, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), local police, and administrative authorities raided a warehouse on Mae Sot Road in the Mae…
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