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Illegal white sea bass worth 600,000 baht seized in Narathiwat
The Department of Fisheries, in collaboration with relevant agencies, has intercepted the illegal importation of white sea bass packed in 157 foam boxes, weighing a total of 7,536 kilogrammes with a value of approximately 600,000 baht, at Padang Yo checkpoint in Sungai Kolok district, Narathiwat. Bancha Sukkhaew, the director-general of the Department of Fisheries, highlighted the increased efforts to prevent…
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Volunteer duo helps woman give birth in pickup truck
Two volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, having just returned from a funeral, were called to assist a woman in labour in a pickup truck. Despite their initial excitement and nervousness, the delivery was successful, and both mother and child were safe. At 1.42pm yesterday, June 29, emergency services received a call for assistance from a black pickup truck…
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Body with tattooed arm found in Trang palm plantation
A body with a tattooed arm was discovered partially buried in a palm plantation in Trang province, Thailand. The corpse, identified through a driving licence found on the body, is believed to belong to 33 year old Taweechai Promsangchan. Police suspect the man has been deceased for up to seven days. At 6.30pm on June 29, Police Lieutenant Nopphakorn Watthanakit,…
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Cambodian man arrested for cable theft causing 1 million baht damage
A Cambodian man was arrested for stealing electrical cables from a recycling factory in Chon Buri, causing damage valued at over 1 million baht. The suspect admitted to selling the cables to buy methamphetamine. Yesterday, June 29, CCTV footage from a waste recycling factory in Mueang subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri, captured a man in a green camouflage long-sleeved…
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Man fined 2000 baht for crashing into Bangkok police station
A 36 year old man driving a Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck accidentally accelerated instead of braking, leading to a collision with the entrance of the Yannawa Police Station in Silom, Bang Rak district, Bangkok. This incident occurred around 11pm yesterday, June 29. The driver, identified as Apichai, revealed during questioning that as he was turning right onto Surasak Road beside…
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Heavy rainfall warning issued for 40 Thai provinces
The Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for today, June 30, forecasting heavy rainfall across 40 provinces in Thailand, including Bangkok, which is expected to experience significant downpours. Over the next 24 hours, the upper northern, upper northeastern, western central, and eastern regions are expected to experience heavy rain. This weather pattern is due to a moderate southwest…
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Devotees flock to Ayutthaya hermitage for blessings before lottery
A significant number of devotees gathered at the Ruesi Nen Hermitage in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province seeking blessings and good fortune, particularly as the lottery draws near. This site, located in Pho Taeng subdistrict of Bang Sai district, is a popular destination for those wishing to improve their luck and destiny. Many visitors come to pay respects to revered…
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Monk arrested after fatal shooting at Phuket temple
A senior monk at a Phuket temple shot a fellow monk, resulting in the latter’s death near a toilet, before hiding in his room. The incident occurred today, June 29, at 7.10am at Khao Rang Temple in Mueang district, Phuket province. Police Lieutenant Jaruwit Joubkwamsuk, an investigator with the Mueang Phuket Police Station, received a report of the shooting and,…
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Three fishermen die from toxic gas on Thai fishing boat
Three fishermen died and another was critically injured after inhaling toxic gas while accessing a fish storage compartment on their vessel. The incident, which occurred yesterday, June 28, at 8.30pm, involved an attempt to rescue a crew member that led to further casualties. The emergency services at the Rak Sinlatham Pak Nam Chumphon Foundation in Mueang district, Chumphon province, were…
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Large pothole on Chok Chai-Det Udom Road causes vehicle damage
A large pothole on Chok Chai-Det Udom Road has caused a dramatic incident involving a black Toyota Alphard carrying six passengers, including a revered monk. The vehicle suffered a tyre burst and a damaged wheel rim. On June 29, Phra Mahanarinthep Narintho, also known as Luang Por Maha Noi, the abbot of Wat Suan Thammavaree in Buriram province, shared his…
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Police uncover prostitution at Lop Buri massage parlour
Police recently conducted a major operation in a renowned traditional massage parlour in Mueang district, Lop Buri, uncovering illegal activities related to prostitution. Officers went undercover as clients, receiving an hour-long oil massage before being offered additional illicit services today, June 29. Police Major General Songkrod Krikkritaya directed Police Colonel Warit Pathumarak, along with Police Lieutenant Colonel Supot Thongmaeng and…
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Russian journalist robbed, escapes hotel in Pattaya with 2 million baht loss
On June 26, 26 year old Russian journalist David allegedly escaped from a hotel on Jomtien Soi 14 while handcuffed. He reported being attacked by fellow Russians who covered his head with a black bag, assaulted him, and sent a threatening video to his girlfriend. They forced him to transfer Bitcoin and stole a luxury watch worth over 2 million…
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Hand, foot, and mouth disease outbreak hits young children
The Department of Disease Control has confirmed that a hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) outbreak is currently affecting the country, primarily impacting children below five years old. Deputy government spokesperson Anukul Prueksa-anurak highlighted that the rise in cases aligns with the early onset of this year’s rainy season, which brings cooler temperatures and increased humidity, creating favourable conditions for…
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PM Shinawatra orders swift flood relief for Chiang Rai residents
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra visited Phaya Mengrai district in Chiang Rai yesterday, June 28, instructing immediate relief for residents affected by flooding. Although water levels have decreased by over 80%, many residents still face challenges due to a lack of essential resources. PM Paetongtarn’s visit to Chiang Rai included assessments of the flood-hit areas, accompanied by Deputy Interior Minister Theerarat…
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Fatal motorcycle crash claims life in Chiang Mai
A motorcycle accident in Doi Saket district, Chiang Mai, claimed the life of 33 year old Kritsada Ketprasatkon yesterday, June 28. He lost control of his motorcycle, crashing into a metal barrier, which resulted in his decapitation and the motorcycle catching fire. The incident happened at 12.43pm on the Chiang Rai-Doi Saket road near Ban Pa Daeng village. Police Lieutenant…
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Thousands protest in Bangkok, demand PM Shinawatra’s resignation
Protesters numbering in the thousands convened at Victory Monument in Bangkok yesterday, June 28, calling for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s resignation following a leaked phone conversation involving her and former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. This event marked the largest anti-government protest since the Pheu Thai Party assumed power in 2023. The demonstration was spearheaded by the Ruam Palang Paendin Pokpong…
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Illegal e-cigarette factory raided in Pathum Thani, 29 arrested
In Pathum Thani’s Khu Khot district, police conducted a raid on an illegal e-cigarette manufacturing facility early yesterday morning. The operation led to the seizure of over 21,000 e-cigarette devices and the arrest of 29 people, including foreign nationals. With a court warrant, officers entered a three-storey commercial building on Phahon Yothin Soi 80 in Lam Luk Ka district, which…
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast across Thailand on June 29
Weather forecasts for June 29 predict heavy rain across 40 provinces in Thailand, including Bangkok, with rainfall expected to cover 60% of the area. Residents are advised to be cautious of accumulated rainfall, and moderate sea waves are anticipated. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD)’s 24-hour weather forecast indicates thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain in the northern and upper northeastern regions.…
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Chinese man nabbed over Thai entertainer’s fatal drug ordeal
A Chinese national has been apprehended after allegedly coercing a young Thai entertainer into drug use, leading to her death in a hotel. Duoyin Wu, who fled to Laos, surrendered under pressure from officials after being charged with drug-related offences. At 3pm yesterday, June 27, Police Major General Nopasin Poolsawat, deputy commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, along with Police…
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Protest showdown: Bangkok governor inspects Victory Monument
Bangkok braces itself for a day of tension and traffic chaos as Governor Chadchart Sittipunt swept into Victory Monument to personally oversee preparations for a massive political rally. This morning, Governor Chadchart, accompanied by Sobchoke Na Srito, Chief of Ratchathewi district, and a team of Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) officials, toured the landmark to inspect safety arrangements and ensure everything…
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Cambodia accused of mislabelling rice as Thai jasmine in China
Cambodia has been accused of falsely labelling its rice as Thai jasmine rice and selling it in China, prompting the Thai Ministry of Commerce to act swiftly. Yesterday, June 27, Sunanta Kangvalkulkij, director-general of the Department of International Trade Promotion, revealed that reports from Thai nationals in China indicated Cambodian rice was being sold in Chinese supermarkets with packaging displaying…
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Thailand plans AI legislation to boost adoption and governance
Thailand is drafting legislation to establish an artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem and broaden AI adoption. The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) concluded an online public hearing on the draft, intending to present it to the Cabinet by the end of July. The development of Thailand’s AI regulatory framework has been grounded in soft laws and guidelines. Sak Segkhoonthod, senior advisor…
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Thai Airways takes off for charity in Oslo celebration
Thai Airways stepped up to support a high-profile charity walk-run in Oslo, Norway, combining fitness, friendship, and fundraising in a celebration of diplomatic history. On Sunday, June 22, the streets of Oslo came alive as Thai Airways joined the Royal Thai Embassy in Oslo and the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital to mark 120 years of Thai-Norwegian relations with a…
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Vape bust shock: Pattaya police nab man with 40 illegal e-cigs
A Pattaya man’s side hustle went up in smoke after police swooped in and seized a stash of illegal vapes in a sting that sent a clear warning to would-be e-cigarette dealers. Pattaya City Police, led by Police Colonel Anek Sarathongyoo, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, launched a targeted crackdown aimed at shutting down the black market sale of…
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Patong Beach bomb scare: Hidden explosives uncovered in sand
Holidaymakers were left rattled as police scoured Phuket’s beaches to unearth a series of hidden explosive devices planted by suspects intent on chaos. Police confirmed yesterday evening, June 27, that the last two devices connected to the suspects’ shocking confession have been safely recovered and neutralised. The first discovery was made at Patong Beach around 3.45pm, just 50 metres from…
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Rush hour inferno: Car fire sparks Vibhavadi traffic chaos (video)
Commuters endured a nightmare journey last night after a car burst into flames on one of Bangkok’s busiest roads, turning rush hour into a gridlocked inferno. At 8.44pm yesteryday, June 27, the Phra Ram Radio Centre received frantic reports that a vehicle was ablaze near Vibhavadi Rangsit Soi 22 in the Chom Phon subdistrict of Chatuchak district. Within minutes, fire…
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Drug den blitz: Bang Lamung cops bust bamboo hideout
Bang Lamung officials stormed a notorious bamboo hideout, rounding up suspected drug users in a sweeping crackdown. Yesterday, June 27 at 5pm, Bang Lamung District Chief Patcharapat Sritanyanon led a coordinated operation targeting a known drug hotspot in Village 1, Khao Mai Kaew subdistrict. The mission, aimed at choking off local drug networks, was carried out under the supervision of…
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Russian drug kingpin hunted down in Phuket paradise bust
A Russian fugitive who thought he could hide in Phuket’s tropical playground has been dragged back into the spotlight after Thai police swooped in to end his run from justice. Phuket Immigration officers arrested 46 year old Igor, a Russian national, after uncovering he was wanted on an international Red Notice for drug trafficking and membership of a serious criminal…
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Thailand cannabis crackdown: New prescription rules spark outcry
Thailand’s cannabis free-for-all is coming to an abrupt end, with health chiefs vowing to tighten the rules on who can grow, sell, and smoke the controversial herb. Dr Tewan Thanirat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM), announced that stricter controls are on the way. Under the proposed regulations, anyone selling cannabis flower buds will…
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Weekend sees more heavy rain across Thailand in seasonal deluge
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for 57 provinces to prepare for heavy rainfall over the weekend. The northeastern and northern regions, as well as Bangkok and surrounding areas, are expected to experience significant rainfall, covering 60-80% of these areas. In Bangkok and its vicinity, thunderstorms are anticipated across 60% of the area with some places experiencing heavy…
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