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Super Poll Survey Predicts Close Race in May 14 Election The latest Super Poll survey indicates that no party will secure a landslide victory in the upcoming May 14 election. Conducted from April 5-13 among 6,073 respondents, the nationwide survey predicts that Pheu Thai will emerge as the winner with 160 House seats in both the constituency and party-list systems. Projected Results for Pheu Thai Party According to the survey, Pheu Thai will secure 133 of the 400 constituency seats and an additional 27 of the 100 party list seats. The party had originally aimed to win 310 seats; however, the Super Poll suggests that their best outcome will be 185 seats or 135 seats in the worst-case scenario. Bhumjaithai Party Expected to Take Second Place Bhumjaithai is predicted to finish second with a total of 121 seats—101 constituency seats and 20 more from the party list. In an ideal…

It was midnight in gorgeous Ko Samui, off the coast of Surat Thani province in Thailand, when a speedboat caught fire and burned on the surface of the water. The vessel, being operated by the tour boat company Siam Experience, was moored around 50 metres away from the shoreline while flames engulfed it. The Thailand Maritime Enforcement Command Centre (Thai-MECC) arrived at the scene near the Bang Rak boat pier in Tambon Bo Phut to put out the fire almost immediately. Thankfully, nobody was injured during the incident, however, the speedboat had obviously been seriously damaged by the flame, and it sunk shortly after being extinguished. Assessing the Damage and Investigating the Cause of Fire The fire did not spread to any of the other vessels moored nearby, and the assessment of the damage began soon. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and some locals say that…

Air Quality in Bangkok to Improve Thanks to Strong Southerly Winds As reported by the Pollution Control Department of Thailand, air quality in Greater Bangkok is set to improve from Monday to Saturday due to the strong southerly wind. Despite this positive outlook, air quality in the 17 provinces of the upper and lower North Region will still need to be monitored closely as the PM2.5 levels are expected to surpass the 50 µg/m3 threshold. The Moderate High Pressure Over Thailand and South China Sea The Thai Meteorological Department reported that the moderate high pressure over the northern region and South China Sea will cause the southeasterly winds to bring moisture from the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand over the lower North, lower Northeast and Central regions. This includes Bangkok and its surrounding provinces. Rain and Morning Fog in Northern Thailand The easterly and southeasterly winds prevailing…

Explore Phuket: An Unforgettable Experience Heading to Phuket for some sun, sand and sea is a no-brainer for travelers from all over the world. There’s a reason why this stunning Thai island is one of the most popular destinations for tourists – the gorgeous beaches, the vibrant culture, the delicious cuisine and the endless array of activities for everyone. In addition to all of this, Phuket also boasts an incredible airport – the Phuket International Airport. Phuket International Airport: A Flawless Gateway to Paradise Phuket International Airport is one of the busiest airports in Southeast Asia. It boasts two terminals – one domestic and one international – and offers direct flights to over 60 cities worldwide, making it incredibly easy to get to and from Phuket. The airport is well-equipped with modern facilities and is staffed with attentive personnel who will ensure your journey is a pleasant one. A Scare…

Thursday night in the coastal district of Bang Klam, Songkhla was a busy one for the local police. Two pickup trucks were stopped in the area near Chalung industrial estate, and when the tarpaulin was removed from the back of one of the vehicles, they were shocked to find 30 illegal job seekers from Myanmar crammed inside. The Mystery of the Drivers The drivers of the two trucks were identified as Thai nationals Thawatchai, 23 and Somjit, 29. Both of them had been employed as job brokers, with Thawatchai having been paid 9,000 baht and Somjit 3,000 baht for their services. A third man, a job broker from Myanmar, was also arrested at the entrance of Chalung industrial estate. He revealed that he had been hired by the smugglers to take the migrants to hide in the area while awaiting another group of brokers to take them to a border…

The outcry of Pheu Thai Party MP, Jirayu Huangsap, has influenced Governor Chadchart Sittipunt of Bangkok to take action against the extortionate student lunch prices in city schools. After the director of the Bang Chan School was arrested by the police Anti-Corruption Division, Mr Jirayu called out the Bangkok governor to investigate the issue thoroughly and take serious action. What Led to the Arrest? The cost borne by the contractor in providing student lunches was reflected in high meal prices, which not only caused outrage among students and parents, but prompted Mr Jirayu to file a complaint in November against Governor Chadchart. This prompted the police to intervene and take legal action against the school director, which ultimately led to his arrest. Governor Chadchart Sittipunt’s Response Following the incident, Mr Chadchart promptly responded by suspending the school director and taking legal action against him. He also ordered the permanent secretary…

Highway Police Arrest Woman Accused of Duping Job Seekers in South Korea Thailand’s Highway Police have arrested a woman accused of defrauding more than 50 people who were looking for jobs overseas. The 29-year-old suspect, identified only as Intuonn, had appeared on Facebook and TikTok as “PPang Intuonn” and “Pangcare IK”, providing offers for high-paying jobs in South Korea. Upon contacting Intuonn, the victims were told to deposit money into her bank account for travel insurance. However, after receiving the money, Intuonn refused to provide any job opportunities and blocked her social media accounts. This led to 16 reports being filed with the Department of Employment, with victims having transferred a combined 400,000 baht (around 12,600 USD). Intuonn was hence charged with defrauding others and causing monetary damages, and police were instructed to start searching for her. After months of investigation, police were finally able to locate the suspect to…

Derailed Freight Train Causes Mayhem in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province A Bangkok-bound freight train caused chaos in Prachuap Khiri Khan province when it derailed on Saturday morning. Despite nobody being injured in the incident, services on three southern routes were disrupted. The seven-car freight train from Sungai Kolok to Bangkok derailed near the Bang Saphan railway station, 100 metres before it was due to arrive. Two carriages, numbers 3 and 4, had veered off the rails, disrupting services on the Lang Suan-Thon Buri, Thon Buri-Lang Suan and Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal-Surat Thani routes. State Railway of Thailand (SRT) public relations director Ekkarat Sriarayanpong announced that railway workers were accelerating the repair work, and that it was scheduled to be completed around 2pm. Passengers on the affected routes had to make alternative arrangements using cars to travel from Chumphon to Thon Buri, Ban Krud to Saphan Noi, and Ban Krud…