In a heart-wrenching incident from Krabi province, a sinister shadow has been cast over the seeming sanctuary of a family home. An ill-omened whisper has surfaced around a 60-year-old stepfather, known only as Thanakrit, accused of the unthinkable—allegedly sexually assaulting his 11-year-old stepdaughter. The somber tale was propelled into the light by the brave intuition and intervention of the young girl’s elder sister. The festival of Hari Raya, a time usually filled with joy and revelry, became the backdrop of a revelation that none could have foreseen. During a visit intended to bring the younger sister back to Pattani, the elder sibling noticed a chill in the air, a dread in her sister’s eyes directed unwaveringly at their stepfather. The stepfather’s insistence on her staying behind seemed to almost fan the flames of suspicion. Acting upon her instincts, the elder sister whisked her away to Pattani, where unsettling changes in…
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In the scenic surroundings of Chiang Mai, nestled along the mesmerizing Ping River, families were expecting a tranquil day out, unwinding on a charming raft. Little did they know, an unexpected spectacle was about to turn their serene outing into the talk of the town. The star of this impromptu show? A coyote dancer, scantily clad in a G-string, who commanded attention with bold gyrations that could give any seasoned entertainer a run for their money. Onlookers were left in disbelief, their jaws nearly hitting the rafts as the dancer moved provocatively, seemingly inches from a bemused drinker’s face. Families and children, in search of a lazy day by the water, instead found themselves amidst a performance more suited to a nightclub than a breezy afternoon by the river. The clip of this impromptu performance didn’t just go viral – it sparked an entire symphony of reactions. It was a…
In a stern reminder of accountability, Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai made it crystal clear that commanding officers of army units where conscript trainers are found guilty of abuse will face disciplinary actions for shirking their responsibilities. On April 8, while on a visit to a conscript selection and recruitment unit at the Directorate of Joint Communications under the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters in the bustling Don Mueang district of Bangkok, Phumtham didn’t mince his words. Phumtham, who also wears the deputy prime minister hat with a focus on security, spoke candidly about ongoing talks with military leaders regarding disturbing reports of both physical and emotional abuse meted out to conscripts by trainers and senior officers. The reports, sometimes grim, included stories of conscripts being relegated to serve as personal aides in senior officers’ homes, where they often encountered mistreatment and disrespect. These tales sparked a fire in Phumtham, motivating…
In a rather startling turn of events in south central Thailand, a seemingly innocuous device turned into a catalyst for potential disaster. Imagine the scene: a serene, sunlit afternoon in the Thata Kiab district of Chachoengsao province suddenly erupts into chaos as a power bank succumbs to the intense heat and detonates like a mini volcano, setting a bedroom ablaze. It could have been an ordinary day on April 8, but fate had other plans for the unsuspecting Srisakul family. At precisely 1.15 pm, amidst the regular humdrum of daily life, an emergency call was made. Police Lieutenant Taweechai Chuchom, the Deputy Inspector at Thata Kiab Police Station, was about to have his hands full. As firefighters and volunteers from Thata Kiab Subdistrict Administrative Organisation rushed to the scene, the drama unfolded in front of neighbors and passersby, transforming Wilaiwan Srisakul’s concrete sanctuary into a fiery spectacle. But where was…
In an up-to-the-minute peek at the bustling hustle and bustle of Thailand and its Southeast Asian neighbors, Alex and Jay are your dynamic duo diving into the hot news off the press. First stop: Thai royal defamation laws are making waves as American scholar Dr. Paul Chambers is denied bail. His alleged misdemeanors of royal defamation and the spread of erroneous information have pushed him headlong into a legal quagmire without even a courtesy subpoena. Rights groups are up in arms, hailing this as a significant throttle on Thailand’s academic discourse. Meanwhile, the financial seas are stormy as Thailand’s stock market feels the sting from fresh US tariffs, plummeting dramatically by 3.76% just yesterday. Heavyweights like Gulf Energy and Kasikornbank led the significant sell-offs, as jittery investors reacted to fears of a brewing global trade war. Tightened trading ropes are now in play as the SET Index spins down to…
In a recent string of successful cyber police operations in Thailand, a 41-year-old woman has been apprehended for orchestrating an elaborate online gambling enterprise that capitalized on the age-old sport of cockfighting. The arrest, conducted by the staunch cyber crime team in Bangkok, marks yet another step forward in the country’s ongoing battle against illegal gambling activities. The arrested woman, known as Duangdao, inadvertently caught the eye of law enforcement officials due to her social media presence. The first clue came from her TikTok account, aptly named Phone Nong Cher Taem, which suspiciously led enthusiasts to a LINE group titled Pichia 168—a digital haven for cockfighting aficionados looking to place their bets. According to Police Lieutenant General Trairong Phiewphun from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau, the platform wasn’t limited to just cockfighting; it was a smorgasbord of gambling, showcasing other popular games like Hi-Lo and Pok Deng. This digital gambling…
Imagine a seemingly ordinary day turning into a scene straight out of an action movie. That’s precisely what unfolded yesterday near Soi Sahakarnpramoon in Bangkok when a young girl had a heart-stopping adventure that she, and those who helped her, will remember for a lifetime. As the sun began to dip below the horizon, the tranquility was abruptly shattered. At exactly 5:49 PM, a call of distress echoed through the emergency hotline 199, reporting a girl ensnared in a deep, dark sewer within the Wang Thonglang district of Bangkok. It was a race against time as firefighters and the Bang Kapi rescue team sprang into action, their sirens wailing through the crowded city streets. Upon reaching the scene, the rescuers faced the formidable challenge of freeing the girl trapped within the bowels of the city. She was lodged in a narrow, grimy space that seemed more fitting for urban legends…
In the bustling district of Tha Sala, the usually serene canals became the epicenter of high-octane drama yesterday. The scene unfolded like a gripping movie script, as local law enforcement officers embarked on a mission to nab a notorious figure in the drug underworld. The operation was as intense as it was dangerous, culminating in a scene that saw uniformed officers diving into canals and clashing with the law-defying elements. Police Colonel Thawatchai Sangkhamitkon, a name well-known among the ranks for his unyielding stance against crime, had received troubling whispers about the rampant drug trade. With a resolve as solid as steel, he deployed two of his finest—Police Lieutenant Colonel Somchai Muaydee and Police Lieutenant Colonel Theerapol Phumchai—to investigate a suspicious abode nestled by a calm canal in Mueang Tha Sala. The house, however innocent it appeared, housed secrets far darker than one could fathom. As the officers tiptoed in,…
In a move reflective of Thailand’s commitment to public safety and technological advancement, the Thai Cabinet has given the nod to a significant investment—370 million baht earmarked for the enhancement of the nation’s natural disaster warning systems. This decision springs from a growing awareness of the need for a robust early warning system, especially after the unsettling wake-up call from the Myanmar earthquake that left Thai citizens questioning their preparedness for such natural calamities. The earthquake, a novel experience for many, highlighted a startling gap in public knowledge regarding emergency safety protocols. It underscored the importance of an effective communication system to guide citizens during such emergencies. While some people received SMS alerts with instructions on managing potential aftershocks, many found this information redundant, having already sought guidance from digital platforms and private advisories. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, in conjunction with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission,…
The lush landscapes of Thailand have recently been transformed into a vast, verdant mushroom haven, as the annual rainy season unfurls its magic across the country. While picturesque and alluring, this bounty of wild fungi holds a lurking peril—deadly mushrooms wearing an innocent facade. In light of this potentially lethal deception, health officials have sounded the alarm, cautioning residents and intrepid foragers of the venomous pitfalls hidden in nature’s harvest. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has highlighted a concerning blitz in mushroom blooms. As the rainy season calls forth an explosion of both delectable and deadly varieties, the risk of misidentification is at an all-time high. Treading on the fine line between culinary delight and toxic disaster, even seasoned foragers could be fooled by these spherical enigma, as some of the most dangerous mushrooms adopt the guise of their harmless counterparts. Enter the cryptic champions of this lethal masquerade:…