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- Thailand News
Intoxicated noodle vendor drowns in Samut Prakan shellfish pond
A noodle vendor tragically lost her life, discovered headfirst in a shellfish pond in Samut Prakan province, a fate believed to be the result of intoxication. Her sister revealed her fondness for alcohol, suspecting she lost her footing and slipped into the pond while heading home. The incident was reported today, November 21, with officers from the Ban Khlong Suan…
- Thailand News
Pathum Thani vegetable vendor wins 12 million baht lottery prize
A vegetable vendor from Simummuang Market in Khu Khot, Lam Luk Ka district, Pathum Thani province, has struck gold by winning the first prize in the lottery, pocketing 12 million baht. The winning ticket, numbered 536044, was part of the draw held yesterday, November 1, and the news quickly spread as congratulations poured in for the lucky winner. The buzz…
- Crime News
Soldier attacks Thai sausage vendor, evades arrest in military camp
A soldier attacked a sausage vendor with a knife before fleeing to a military camp, leaving the police unable to apprehend him. Despite the incident occurring a week ago, the perpetrator remains at large, unpunished. Wisanu, a 20 year old sausage vendor from Nang Rong district, Buriram province, reported the incident to Police Lieutenant Colonel Thongrat Keawsanam. According to Wisanu,…
- Crime News
Chaiyaphum meatball vendor overpowers fake gun and sword attacker
A man wielding a fake gun and a long sword threatened a meatball vendor, only to be overpowered and captured by the vendor and his wife. The incident occurred yesterday, October 8, in front of a convenience store in Ban Khilek Yai, Chaiyaphum Province. Police were alerted to the altercation by a 191 call, and Deputy Inspector Thanat Wannaniwat from…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya: Couple snatches motorbike while noodle shop owner naps
A chicken noodle vendor in Pattaya woke up to discover his motorbike had vanished – all because he left the key in the ignition while taking a nap. The 26 year old vendor, Thanapol Bingkhunthod, runs a small but busy chicken noodle shop on Soi Arunothai. His day took a turn for the worse yesterday, September 23, when a crafty…
- Thailand News
Chiang Rai vendor receives 54-year sentence for lese-majeste
A Chiang Rai clothing vendor has had his prison sentence extended to a record 54 years and 6 months for lese-majeste offences, according to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR). The appeal court’s decision yesterday, September 4, upheld Mongkol Thirakot’s earlier conviction, adding to his existing sentences to make it the longest ever under Section 112 of the Criminal Code,…
- Pattaya News
Thai vendor denies assault, cites stress from poor sales
A Thai grilled squid vendor turned himself in and expressed remorse after allegedly striking a Pattaya city official who requested him to move his sidecar motorcycle from obstructing traffic. The vendor, however, denied the physical assault, citing stress from poor sales as the trigger for the incident. He claimed their encounter was limited to a verbal disagreement and a shirt…
- Thailand News
Teen gunman shoots seafood vendor over debt in Phetchaburi
A teen gunman surrendered to police after shooting a seafood vendor over a 200 baht debt. The incident occurred in Cha-am, Phetchaburi province, leaving the vendor dead in his pickup truck. The incident unfolded when the seafood vendor, 24 year old Thawatchai, was shot dead in his pickup truck on a road in a Karen village in Ban Hu Pakhong,…
- Thailand News
Beach vendor arrested in Pattaya for illegal alcohol sales
Police in Pattaya have arrested a beach vendor for illegally selling alcoholic beverages and resisting officials. The arrest took place in the early hours yesterday, June 14, at Pattaya Beach, following a prior incident where city officials tried to apprehend vendors violating regulations by selling alcohol and renting out beach equipment without proper licences. The incident began at 2.36am, when…
- Thailand News
Soldiers praised for returning lost wallet with 30,000 baht to vendor
A senior military official commended two soldiers for returning a lost wallet containing valuables to a market vendor. The heartwarming incident unfolded yesterday at the Nong Phai Lom, Nakhon Ratchasima market, where Sergeant Parinya Chongsangaunklang and Private Tewarat Singthong were on duty. The owner of the wallet, 61 year old Phuangkeo Srinawakul, shared her immense relief and gratitude upon the…
- Thailand News
Southern simmer: Betong noodle vendor stays grounded as prices boil over
In the southern Thai town of Betong, Yala Province, consumers and food vendors are feeling the pinch as the prices of essential goods and ingredients creep upward. Amidst this economic squeeze, one noodle vendor remains resolute in her commitment to her customers, refusing to increase prices despite soaring operational costs. The 45 year old woman, Lampai Langprakhon, who runs Nuch…
- Thailand News
Soaring food costs: Pork prices in Chai Nat spike
Consumers yesterday were victims of a surge in vegetable prices, followed by a 10-baht-per-kilogramme increase in pork prices today, eliciting urgent pleas from vendors to the government for assistance, as the burden of living expenses becomes progressively unbearable for citizens. Within the bustling municipal market of Chai Nat, a disquieting trend persists, causing concern among both vendors and buyers: the…
- Thailand News
Dessert vendor saves woman on footbridge in Pattaya
In a heart-stopping moment near Pattaya City School 7, a dessert vendor witnessed a young woman teetering perilously close to the edge of a footbridge along Sukhumvit Road yesterday. Whilst en route to Sattahip, the vendor, 46 year old Pradit Yoosawad, halted his vehicle without hesitation and alerted authorities to the unfolding crisis. Pradit approached the distressed woman, urging her…
- Thailand News
Bangkok street food vendor dies after punch in card game dispute
A Bangkok street food vendor succumbed to injuries sustained from a single punch delivered by a friend during a drunken altercation over alleged cheating in a card game. The incident, which took place yesterday, February 12, resulted in the 49 year old vendor, Wichok, being found unconscious in his room with a swollen, bruised face and bleeding from the nose…
- Thailand News
Beauty sizzles: Chon Buri meatball vendor turns heads as her tasty treats go viral
A fried meatball vendor in Chon Buri has unexpectedly gone viral due to her beauty. She revealed that she has been selling these meatballs for nearly three years now. The incident came to light when a Facebook fan page, Chon Buri News Today, posted photos of a beautiful woman selling fried meatballs in front of a public park. Once posted,…
- Thailand News
Samut Prakan: Lottery vendor strikes gold with first-prize ticket in unsold stock
A lottery vendor experienced an unexpected stroke of luck when she discovered a first-prize winning ticket in her husband’s unsold stock. She credits her fortunate find to the spirit of the 7-Eleven store in Bang Hua Suea where they operate their lottery stand. At 8pm last night, reporters spoke with 56 year old Paiboon Panphakdee and his 52 year old…
- Thailand News
Durian vendor found dead in pond after business trip
The family of a durian vendor was left in shock upon discovering that the man had been found dead, his hands and feet bound, in a pond after he had returned from selling durians in the south. The police were alerted to the incident at 6 am today and promptly arrived at the scene, accompanied by emergency medical personnel from…
- Bangkok News
Beloved street food vendor found lifeless in car amidst mysterious circumstances
In a shocking turn of events, a local street food merchant was found lifeless in her car. The incident, which took place at around 10am today, led to an investigation by local police and a rescue foundation. They discovered the lady, a seller of barbecued pork, lifeless in her Chevrolet vehicle. The entire event upset and bemused the quiet community.…
- Thailand News
Ratchaburi fruit seller boosts sales with lively dance and vibrant attire
At the bustling Sri Mueang Market in Thailand’s Ratchaburi Province, 51 year old Sorawat Leuang-ngamkham has found a unique way to attract customers and boost sales of his fruits and vegetables. He dances and shucks coconuts dressed in vibrant colours, providing a lively and eye-catching scene for passersby. When visiting the market, one can’t help but notice Sorawat displaying his…
