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It started as a small, ordinary mystery on a quiet alley in Chachoengsao province — a nondescript sack tucked at the base of an electric pole that, at first glance, could have been trash. By late morning on 25 January 2026, that ordinary sight had been revealed as something far more alarming: roughly 230,000 methamphetamine pills wrapped in plastic and hidden inside a fertiliser sack, abandoned where villagers walk and drive every day. Residents of Moo 8, Ban Song subdistrict in Phanom Sarakham district were the ones who spotted the suspicious parcel at around 11:00 am. They noticed a black bin bag draped over what looked like a fertiliser sack beside the roadside alley — a thoroughfare used regularly by people coming and going from the community. Concerned that the package might contain something hazardous, they called local authorities rather than taking a closer look themselves. Pol. Lt. Col. Wisarut…

What began as a quick TikTok prank on a packed BTS Skytrain carriage has ballooned into a full-blown online debate about responsibility, perception and the thin line between entertainment and misinformation. A short clip of a mock phone theft — filmed and shared by a Thai content creator — has drawn fire from netizens and commentators who say the joke does more harm than laughs, especially when foreign tourists might see it and take it at face value. The video unfolds simply: the creator is glued to his phone, seemingly distracted, when an accomplice snatches the device and sprints away. The creator throws on a surprised expression, editing and cadence imply an authentic snatch-and-run. Posted originally to TikTok and later shared on the Facebook page เจ๊ม้อย v+, the staged moment racked up views fast — crossing the one‑million mark — and then the complaints began. Critics argue that the stunt…

What began as a routine food delivery in the heart of Bangkok turned into a night of outrage and solidarity when nearly 100 delivery riders converged outside Pathumwan Police Station on the evening of 25 January 2026. The gathering followed a violent altercation the previous day inside the exclusive Royal Bangkok Sports Club on Henri Dunant Street, where two private security guards are accused of assaulting a female delivery rider, leaving her unconscious and sparking an online firestorm. The incident happened at about 3:00pm on 24 January. According to police reports, 28-year-old Ms. Supphannika and her partner, 28-year-old Mr. Nattawut, were on a routine motorcycle delivery when they tried to enter the club grounds. A security guard at the entrance ordered the pair to stop and insisted they leave their motorcycle outside. What started as a verbal request quickly escalated into a physical confrontation. Police say the dispute intensified while…

Thailand wakes to cool, foggy mornings as a high-pressure retreat reshapes the skies This morning, January 26, Thailand greeted early risers with cooler air and wisps of patchy fog as a stout high-pressure system sitting over upper Thailand and the upper South begins to lose its grip. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) says that as the high weakens, temperatures will nudge down by about 1–2°C across several areas — a welcome chill for those enjoying brisk walks, and a reminder to bring a light jacket if you step out before sunrise. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon holds its position over the Gulf of Thailand, the Andaman Sea and the southern provinces, producing a steady maritime mood. That means isolated thundershowers are possible along parts of the lower South, particularly in coastal provinces where the sea and atmosphere argue over who’s boss. What the sea is up to Boaters and beach lovers…

There’s a palpable buzz in Nakhon Phanom as Wat Phra That Phanom readies itself for a festival that blends devotion, pageantry and a touch of modern-day excitement. The annual ceremony at the province’s most venerated stupa begins on January 26 and runs through February 3 — nine days and nine nights of prayers, processions and traditions that draw pilgrims from both Thailand and neighboring Laos. At the center of the pre-festival preparations was a solemn and beautifully staged ritual led by Police Colonel Doctor Manus Nonuch, chairman of the Miracle of Life Foundation, who performed a formal act of seeking forgiveness from Phra That Phanom ahead of the festivities. The ceremony felt both intimate and grand: traditional rites carried out with meticulous care, and an unmistakable sense that something special was about to unfold. Picture courtesy of KhaoSod. Joining Manus were important religious and civic figures — Phra Khru Sri…

Thailand has stepped up its defences. Following a confirmed outbreak of the potentially deadly Nipah virus in West Bengal, India, enhanced disease-control measures are now in force at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and Phuket airports. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) announced on Sunday that international communicable disease officers have begun intensified screening of inbound passengers — with extra attention on travellers arriving from West Bengal. What travellers can expect at the airports If you’re landing at Suvarnabhumi, passing through Don Mueang or touching down in Phuket, you’ll notice a visible ramp-up in public-health activity. Screening procedures include temperature checks and on-site clinical assessments for anyone who looks unwell. Passengers who present with a high fever or symptoms suggestive of Nipah infection will be escorted to designated quarantine centres for further evaluation under established DDC protocols. In addition to screening, travellers arriving from West Bengal are being handed Health Beware Cards.…