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Motorcyclist tragically killed in Bang Kaeo road accident
A tragic accident occurred when a motorcyclist collided with the back of a car, fell, and was subsequently run over by an 18-wheel truck, resulting in his death. The incident took place at 5pm yesterday, April 30, in Bang Kaeo district, Samut Prakan province. Police from Bang Kaeo station were notified of the accident on Thepharak Road, at kilometre marker…
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Water truck brake failure in Chon Buri causes no injuries
A six-wheel water truck experienced brake failure and collided with an electric pole in Chon Buri, fortunately resulting in no injuries. The incident took place at 2.56pm yesterday, April 30, with the driver taking decisive action to avoid harm. Emergency services from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre in Pattaya were alerted about the accident involving a six-wheel Isuzu water…
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Senator faces Supreme Court over misleading PhD claims
The Election Commission (EC) intends to request the Supreme Court to revoke the voting rights of Senator Keskamol Pleansamai, who has been accused of misleading the public regarding her educational qualifications. In her Senate campaign in June 2024, Keskamol claimed to be a professor with a PhD from California University. She received the highest number of votes in the final…
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Autistic children rescued from storm drain in Chon Buri district
Two autistic children were rescued after becoming trapped in a storm drain in Chon Buri’s Sattahip district yesterday, April 30. Their cries for help were heard by locals, who guided rescuers to the scene. At 4.50pm, Amata Khraikhruan, the head of the Plutaluang Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, was informed by residents that two children were stuck inside a storm drain on…
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Gunman surrenders after Ratchaburi restaurant shooting injures four
A gunman has surrendered following a shooting incident at a well-known restaurant in Mueang Photharam, Ratchaburi, resulting in four injuries: three men and one woman. The provincial police chief has expressed concern over people claiming connections to influential figures, prompting a proposal to close the establishment. The event occurred yesterday, April 30, at Slam restaurant, located in Moo 9, Ban…
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Thai court probes Thaksin Shinawatra’s prison sentence validity
The Supreme Court’s Criminal Case Division for Persons Holding Political Positions has launched an investigation into whether Thaksin Shinawatra has served his prison sentence. This decision followed the dismissal of a petition by former Democrat MP Charnchai Issarasenarak, who questioned whether Thaksin’s admission to Police General Hospital and subsequent stay until parole constituted serving his sentence in a real prison.…
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Lottery number frenzy empties stalls at Kham Chanod
A surge of interest in specific lottery numbers has left the stalls at Kham Chanod nearly empty as people search for lucky digits. Yesterday, April 30, reporters at the Naga King Palace on Kham Chanod Island in Baan Muang subdistrict, Baan Dung district, Udon Thani province, observed the scene at this spiritual site, dedicated to the revered Phaya Naga, Father…
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Fire at Rong Kluea Market damages warehouse and shops
A fire at the Rong Kluea Market in Nakhon Nayok resulted in the destruction of a shoe warehouse and damage to five shops. The blaze was contained before it could spread to other areas, with an electrical short circuit suspected as the cause. At 10pm yesterday, April 30, police from Mueang Nakhon Nayok district received reports of a fire at…
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Fake police caught extorting migrant workers, employers in Bangkok
Officers arrested a Thai man posing as a police officer who extorted money from migrant workers and their employers at the popular tourist destination Asiatique the Riverfront, in the Charoen Krung neighbourhood of Bangkok Restaurant owners and business operators in the area questioned officers at Wat Phraya Krai Police Station about the frequency of operations targeting migrant workers after observing…
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Cock-up confession: Heartbroken drug addict begs to go to jail
A lovesick drug addict handed himself over to police in a tearful plea to be locked up, claiming life had lost all meaning after his marriage collapsed and his bedroom antics dried up because he couldn’t get erect. The 48 year old man, devastated by the breakdown of his relationship, said prison seemed better than facing the daily heartache on…
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Tales in textures: fabricating stories through AI patterns
Not everything is expressed through words. Some are communicated in interlaced threads, inscribed on radiating lines, or spewed like gold scales across the horizon. Now that AI is venturing into the realm of pattern-making, we no longer confine ourselves to terrestrial patterns. Desire flowing carpets that echo celestial tempests? Or dragon-scale wallpaper that changes according to light? Dreamina’s AI image…
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Thai police crackdown on human smuggling network
Police announced the arrest of a network smuggling Chinese and foreign nationals through Thailand to third countries. Meanwhile, the Immigration Bureau confirmed that an engineer at a construction project holds a valid temporary work visa, not a student visa as previously reported. Yesterday, April 29, at the Royal Thai Police headquarters, Police Lieutenant General Itthipol Ittisarnronnachai, an assistant to the…
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Woman killed by ex-husband in Chon Buri knife attack
A 51 year old woman was killed after her ex-husband stabbed her eight times in a fit of rage at her rental home in Bo Win, Si Racha district, Chon Buri province. The suspect, 50 year old Den, who was also injured after attempting to take his own life, was rushed to Laem Chabang Hospital for treatment. Police Lieutenant Colonel Kanoknan…
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Monkey mayhem: Nearly 300 sterilised in Lopburi crackdown
It’s monkey business no more in Lopburi as wildlife officials stepped in to snip the chaos—literally. In a bid to ease tensions between humans and monkeys, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has captured and sterilised 299 monkeys in Chai Badan district, Lopburi province. The operation, which ran from April 24-29, is part of a wider…
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Police hunt for suspect in child sexual assault case in Surat Thani
Police are actively pursuing a 52 year old man wanted for allegedly raping and sexually assaulting a nine year old girl. The incident occurred on April 25 in Surat Thani province, and a warrant for his arrest was issued on April 26. Police Colonel Narong Rakprathum and Deputy Superintendent Manop Marotrakul from the Khiri Rat Nikhom Police Station, along with…
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Ukrainian woman vanishes after trashing Phuket condo
A Ukrainian woman disappeared after causing extensive damage to a condominium unit in Phuket, resulting in losses exceeding 350,000 baht for the owner. The Thai owner of the unit, Praphaphan Meesomboon, shared images of the devastation on Facebook today, April 30. She posted several photos of the wrecked room along with a caption that read… “A lesson learned for all…
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Child’s play turns to ash: Toy factory fire sparks 10 million baht loss
A fire erupted at a children’s toy warehouse shortly after the owner left, causing damage estimated at over 10 million baht, though fortunately, the blaze did not spread to adjacent warehouses. The incident occurred at approximately 6.30pm yesterday, April 29, at Tiny Lion Co., Ltd., located in Mueang Samut Sakhon district, Samut Sakhon province. The company specialises in distributing children’s…
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Thai agriculture minister boosts lychee farming in Nakhon Phanom
Agriculture Minister Narumon Pinyosinwat yesterday visited a major lychee farm in Nakhon Phanom province to observe the implementation of policies aimed at enhancing high-value agricultural products and services. Accompanied by Anongnat Jakaew, the agriculture minister’s secretary, and a team of officials, she engaged with local farmers to understand their challenges. The Uthai Rasmilichit Nakhon Phanom 1 lychee variety is a…
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Myanmar woman admits to burying newborn in Songkhla
A 20 year old woman from Myanmar admitted to burying her newborn after secretly giving birth at her residence in Songkhla province. Hospital staff were alerted to her condition when she arrived at a local hospital exhausted, with vaginal bleeding and milk discharge, prompting an investigation. Yesterday, April 29, a social worker from Hat Yai Hospital reported the incident to…
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How to hack Thailand’s May holidays for a 10-day break
Get ready to pack your bags—May is shaping up to be a jackpot month for long holidays, and if you play your cards right, you could be lounging for 10 days straight. Hot on the heels of April’s Songkran break, May brings another wave of public holidays that offer golden opportunities for extended rest, road trips or relaxing staycations. Whether…
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Thailand electricity bills to drop as summer rates slashed
Good news for energy-strapped Thai households and businesses—your next electricity bill might finally give your wallet a break. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is expected to unveil a revised electricity tariff rate today, April 30, that will bring down costs for millions across the country. The adjustment, known as the Fuel Tariff (Ft) rate, is likely to drop from 4.15…
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AOT opens 30 billion baht airport land for private investment
The Airports of Thailand (AOT) is inviting private investment to develop 2,500 rai of land surrounding six major airports, with an estimated project value nearing 30 billion baht. The initiative aims to transform these areas into new economic hubs and enhance service quality and safety. Pavina Chariyathitipong, Acting President of AOT and Deputy Executive Vice President of Engineering and Construction,…
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Ratchaburi man, 79, shoots son-in-law amid inheritance dispute
A 79 year old Ratchaburi man allegedly shot and killed his son-in-law following a recurring property inheritance dispute believed to be the motive. The incident took place yesterday, April 29, in Ratchaburi province, where Police Colonel Phasaphong Monta of Pak Tho Police Station received a report concerning the fatal shooting. Upon arrival at a house in Moo 5, Yang Hak subdistrict,…
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Chinese men accuse Thai official of extortion and illegal watch seizure
Two Chinese nationals accused Thai Customs officials of extortion and unlawful luxury watch seizure at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok on August 4 last year. The alleged corruption by the Thai officials came to light after the news-focused X (formerly Twitter) account, Red Skull, shared the story on April 28. The account reportedly obtained the details from a man whose two Chinese…
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Thai singer-model stuns fans with steamy shower livestream
Fans were left gasping for air as a Thai singer turned up the heat during a jaw-dropping livestream that has since gone viral. Known for her sweet vocals and sizzling looks, “Beer The Voice” has never shied away from pushing boundaries. But yesterday, April 29, she took things to the next level by livestreaming herself taking a shower in a…
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Khon Kaen restaurant faces closure over illegal hours and drug use
Police in Khon Kaen raided a well-known restaurant after receiving complaints about its operation beyond legal hours and the involvement of youths in drug activities. The venue, Foryou, on Ruenrom Road in Mueang district, which allegedly served alcohol from 2am to 1pm daily, has been proposed for a five-year closure. During the raid yesterday, April 29, officers led by Deputy Superintendent Police…
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Drunk Chinese tourist throws cash, chaos erupts in Thai restaurant
A wild scene unfolded in a Thai restaurant after a drunk Chinese tourist stripped off his shirt and began throwing money at shocked diners, sparking outrage online and a swift police response. The incident in Prachin Buri, central Thailand, which went viral today, April 30, was first reported by the popular Facebook page Jay Moi v+. The chaotic episode reportedly…
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Arsenic contamination in Chiang Mai’s Kok River sparks testing
The testing of aquatic animals and agricultural produce is underway in Chiang Mai following the arsenic contamination of the Kok River. Police have issued warnings against using the river water for daily consumption and food preparation. Yesterday, April 29, at Chiang Mai Provincial Hall, deputy governor Siwako Buaphong attended an online meeting with the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and…
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Pattaya blitzes illegal signs and sidewalk squatters citywide
Pattaya’s sidewalks just got a little less cluttered and some business owners a lot more nervous. City officials are ramping up their campaign to reclaim public space under the slogan Done, Doing, and Continuing—for Pattaya, with municipal officers hitting the streets to remove illegal signage and unauthorised structures. The latest sweep took place yesterday, April 29, in Jomtien, where businesses…
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Thailand video news | Taxi blocks ambulance, causing patient’s death in Phuket, ‘Family holiday’ revealed as drug trafficking operation
This week in Thailand and Southeast Asia, tragedy struck in Phuket as a blocked ambulance led to a patient’s death, while a supposed family trip was exposed as a drug-smuggling convoy. Viral incidents involving unruly tourists in Pattaya and Phuket reignited scrutiny over visa-free travel policies. Amid the chaos, Thai locals earned praise for their compassion during a medical emergency…
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