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Thai monk Luang Pu Sila surprises devotees by being alive
A revered Thai monk, Luang Pu Sila Sirijantho of Kalasin province, recently surprised devotees who believed he had passed away when they arrived at the temple to fulfil their vows. The incident occurred at the Dhamma Park in Kalasin, where a ceremony was held to offer a new monk’s hut to Luang, attended by the provincial governor, Sanan Pongaksorn, alongside…
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Phetchabun’s fruit merit-making ceremony blends tradition with luck
In a vibrant display of faith and tradition, residents of Phetchabun province gathered to partake in the Fruit Merit-Making Lottery a revered event at Wat Ban Wang Sai Thong. The ceremony, which took place yesterday, is steeped in cultural significance, offering blessings to ancestors and bringing good fortune to participants’ lives. Amid the religious proceedings, attendees eagerly sought auspicious numbers…
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Thai astrologer predicts windfalls for four zodiac signs
A unique astrological forecast has captivated the interest of the Thai public as well-known astrologer, Dr Cher Mamuka, predicts an influx of fortune for four specific zodiac signs. According to the astrology expert, these signs will receive luck from mystical sources, ranging from ancestral spirits to divine entities. The forecast, which was shared on the popular lottery program Lottery Plus,…
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Thai medics warn of Covid-19 surge after 11 new deaths recorded
The Thai Medical authorities sounded the alarm bells for an impending Covid-19 pandemic outbreak in Thailand after reporting 11 new deaths and 1,880 hospitalisations over the past seven days. Data released by the Department for Disease Control at Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health indicate that Covid hospitalisations are now averaging around 269 cases per day, with a significant portion requiring…
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Thailand eyes AI to improve airport operations, inspired by Beijing
The Thailand Ministry of Transport is considering leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance airport operations, in line with the government’s ambition to establish the country as a prominent aviation centre in the region. Transport Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit unveiled the proposal following his visit to Beijing Capital International Airport in China, where he observed the AI implementation…
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Thai industry leader defends Bank of Thailand’s financial autonomy
Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) Vice Chairman Montri Mahaplerkpong voiced opposition to any proposals that would impede the Bank of Thailand‘s (BoT) authority over its financial stability management. Montri argued that the government should explore more palatable solutions to its disagreement with the BoT over policy rates, rather than attempting to curtail its power, which he sees as a contentious…
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Thailand Video News | Missing Korean’s Remains Found In Reservoir, British Tourist Arrested in Thailand Over Alleged Fake One-Star Reviews
In this Thailand video news, Jay covers the diverse stories from across the country. Beginning with a news from Chon Buri, a grim revelation shook the community as the suspected remains of a missing Korean man were unearthed from the murky depths of a reservoir. Authorities swiftly apprehended a British tourist in connection with the incident, his alleged involvement sending…
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Investigation links foreign elites in Thailand to money laundering
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) is currently investigating foreign nationals residing in Thailand under elite visas, suspected of engaging in shady business transactions and money laundering. This investigation was initiated following the disclosure of 52 year old Chinese suspect, Chen, who utilised a Thailand Privilege Card visa to reside in the country and launder substantial sums of money for call…
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PM pledges commitment to forest conservation on 4-province tour
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin yesterday visited Ratchaburi where he pledged his commitment to forest conservation in Thailand during his four-province tour. The 62 year old Thai prime minister urged relevant agencies to meticulously review public requests for the utilisation of forested areas. PM Srettha emphasised the significance of land rights in improving the living conditions of the populace. However, he…
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Thai man arrested for distributing crystal meth at 7-Eleven stores
Police arrested a Thai man yesterday for distributing crystal meth at various 7-Eleven convenience stores along King Kaew Road in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok. A witness filed a complaint with Bang Kaew Police Station after he suspected a middle-aged Thai man, aged about 180 centimetres tall, was a drug dealer. Police later identified the suspect as 39 year old…
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Thai govt rolls dice with integrated entertainment complex-casino
Thai Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat confirmed that the government-proposed integrated entertainment complex development will have a casino component that covers no more than 5% of the project area. This development project will not only comprise gambling venues and hotels but also other significant investment components. Julapun emphasised that the proportions per complex will be determined by the governmental entities…
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Factory head found dead amid health and financial woes
A tragic incident unfolded last night in Ratcha Buri as a 46 year old factory department head was found dead, sitting against a chair next to his house, with a .22 calibre automatic pistol in his lap. The initial investigation suggests the man, Pongphan, who had recently recovered from Covid-19 and suffered from multiple illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension, and cerebral…
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Golden stability: Prices hold firm above US$2,300 despite brief dip
With a steady hold above US$2,300 during the early days of May, gold prices remained relatively unchanged, following a brief dip to the lowest level since the start of April. The first half of this year is anticipated to experience intense volatility in prices owing to factors such as the US economic health, global interest rate fluctuations, and the Middle…
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Tensions rise over BoT’s independence amidst economic recovery
The Bank of Thailand‘s independence has become a subject of contention, following statements by Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra, which have been widely reported. This has escalated existing tensions between the central bank and the coalition government. However, many economists and policymakers assert that the central bank’s independence is crucial and suggest alternative solutions to resolve the conflict. Prasarn…
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Pro-cannabis groups to protest over govt’s narcotic reclassification
Pro-cannabis groups are ramping up their efforts to resist the Thai government’s intent to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic drug, threatening to stage a protest outside the Ministry of Public Health. The demonstration will continue until the ministry can provide concrete scientific evidence backing its proposition. On the other hand, certain factions of farmers, who have been legally cultivating cannabis…
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Phuket targets Middle Eastern market to counter seasonal tourism slump
Phuket’s tourism industry has set its sights on the affluent Middle Eastern market to counterbalance the seasonal slump in arrivals from Russia and Europe. Over 30 Phuket hospitality businesses presented their offerings at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM 2024) held in Dubai, aiming to attract high-spending tourists from the region. The ATM 2024, conducted from May 6 to May…
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Thai govt’s plan for minimum wage increase gains public support
The Thai government’s initiative to increase the daily minimum wage has received widespread approval, with a large section of the populace expressing their support for the plan, a recent poll revealed. The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) conducted the survey, which witnessed the participation of 1,310 individuals, all aged 18 or above, between May 3 and May 7. An…
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Two caught for luxury home burglaries in Songkhla to pay off debts
Two professional thieves were apprehended after burglarising three luxury homes in a single night, stealing valuable amulets and a Rolex watch. The duo had previously been involved with others in an armed robbery and admitted to the recent burglaries as a means to pay off debts from bail money borrowed from a friend. The arrests were made by a team…
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Chao Phraya embankment collapse puts Bang Kruai district at risk
Panic struck the Bang Kruai district when a significant section of the Chao Phraya River embankment collapsed, extending over 70 metres in length. A local Member of Parliament, along with relevant officials, surveyed the damage, urging residents to steer clear of the area due to the ongoing risk. At 10am today, Anusorn Kaewwichian, a representative of the Move Forward Party…
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Elderly woman’s buffalo herd mysteriously vanishes in Buriram
A 72 year old woman in Buriram province reported the mysterious disappearance of her entire herd of 10 buffaloes, prompting a local rescue unit’s extensive search that unfortunately turned out fruitless. The owner, deeply worried about the financial implications of the loss, appealed to the public for help. Buriram Highway Police Rescue Unit yesterday was alerted by the elderly woman…
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Thai police detain victim’s body for forensic analysis after explosion
Police in Rayong detained the body of a victim killed in a chemical storage tank explosion for a thorough forensic examination, citing potential unseen factors. The incident involved the death of Nopporn Ruenma, whose relatives were transporting his remains to Chiang Rai for funeral rites when they were called back by Rayong police for detailed forensic analysis, despite having reached…
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Ex-convict shot dead in Nakhon Pathom, police launch manhunt
A man, recently released from serving a jail term for drug offences, was found dead at his home in Nakhon Pathom province, having suffered multiple gunshot wounds. The incident, which took place in the Srakratiam district, has prompted a police manhunt for the assailant. Last night, police were alerted to a shooting within a residence. The Deputy Investigator of the…
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Bangkok security guard’s drainage hideout spurs police probe
A security guard emerged from a drainage pipe after a harrowing four-day ordeal, having taken refuge there out of fear for his life. He claimed he was evading individuals who threatened to harm him and plant drugs on him. Officials from the rescue services extracted him from his confined hiding place, following which he was rushed to Petchawet Hospital. The…
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Thailand on high alert for intense geomagnetic storm
Thailand is currently bracing for a severe geomagnetic storm, the likes of which haven’t been recorded in recent history. The storm, reaching a level 7 intensity, is expected to present two significant effects: mesmerising auroras for high-latitude regions and potential disruptions to satellite communications. This forecast emerged following recent solar flare activities, which have been closely monitored by the Geo-Informatics…
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Thailand to test decade-old rice stockpile for safety
The Government of Thailand confirmed that it will conduct lab tests on a decade-old rice stockpile to ascertain its safety for human consumption. This rice, a remnant from the tenure of ex-Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, has been stored in Surin warehouses. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin assured this move in response to public demand for an official inspection of the rice…
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Social security board to ease access to cancer treatment resources
The Social Security Board (SSB) has greenlit a plan to enhance the ease of access to treatment resources for cancer patients within the Social Security system, according to an announcement from the Social Security Office (SSO) yesterday. The resolution was made in a meeting that took place earlier this week. According to Dr Thana Turajane, the chair of the board’s…
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High times: Thai cannabis use soars, sparking reclassification talks
The use of cannabis among young adults in Thailand has escalated tenfold in the past two years, drawing attention to the government’s plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, according to the public health minister. The reclassification proposal is expected to be rooted in scientific evidence. Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin yesterday highlighted the significance of empirical data in addressing the…
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AIS compensates customers for network outage in Thailand
Advance Info Service Plc (AIS), Thailand’s leading mobile operator, apologised for a recent network interruption that affected its customers. The company has confirmed that its engineering team has resolved the issue, which disrupted mobile phone usage in certain areas yesterday evening. To make amends, AIS has announced compensation for all its customers, regardless of their package plans. Customers of AIS…
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Thai Airways’ sky-high comeback from bankruptcy brink
Thai Airways International revealed its anticipated completion of its ongoing restructuring saga, set to wrap up later this year, marking a remarkable turnaround since the tumultuous onset of the Covid-19 crisis in 2020. The Bangkok-based airline, ravaged by the pandemic’s economic fallout, embarked on this arduous journey to rein in its debts and reinvent its operational strategies amidst plummeting air…
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Rayong warehouse disaster: Government ramps up aid
A fiery inferno engulfed Rayong’s Map Ta Phut Industrial Park, leaving death and devastation in its wake. The government springs into action, accelerating aid to affected victims and locals. The catastrophic blaze ignited around 10.30am when a colossal pyrolysis gasoline (pygas) storage tank exploded at Map Ta Phut Tank Terminal. SCG Chemicals Plc, a vital petrochemical subsidiary of Siam Cement…
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