In the bustling heart of Bangkok, a drama unfolded that was more befitting a soap opera than everyday traffic. Hathaiphat “Ploy” Wasusaksiri, a 30-year-old with a flair for culinary endeavors, found herself in an unexpected showdown with a comedian whose identity remains shrouded in mystery. It was the early hours of March 8, when most are still under the spell of sleep, that Ploy’s car was unexpectedly graced by the uninvited presence of a Honda CR-V SUV, impacting her vehicle as she paused at a red light on Liab Khlong Song Road. The encounter might have been a mere brush with celebrity—an intriguing story at dinner parties—had it not turned into a mission of accountability. The touted funnyman, whom Ploy recognized from his patronage at her restaurant, seemed to play out a scene right out of a slapstick comedy sketch. After the collision, one might expect fevered apologies or at…
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In a distressing incident driven by jealousy, a village chief from Bueng Kan province, specifically in the serene Si Chomphu subdistrict, turned a peaceful evening into a night of terror. The tranquil village 12 became the backdrop for a shocking crime as the chief unleashed violence upon his wife’s family, resulting in multiple fatalities and shattering the quiet harmony of the community. As the clock struck 7:22 PM on that fateful July 22nd, chaos erupted. Police were dispatched promptly, accompanied by the steadfast Police Colonel Arak Masathanang and his team of investigative officers, forensic specialists, and rescue units. The gravity of the situation weighed heavily as they arrived at the scene to discover the bodies of the village chief’s wife and a male assistant village chief. Three others sustained injuries and were swiftly transported to a hospital. Tragically, the deputy chief of the Si Chomphu subdistrict administrative organisation couldn’t withstand…
In what feels like a scene ripped straight from a dramatic thriller, popular police influencer Jonny the Investigator finds himself embroiled in a scandal over his recently unveiled resort. Nestled in the serene surroundings of the Lam Dom Noi Self-Development Settlement, Sirindhorn district, Ubon Ratchathani province, this picturesque retreat is allegedly built on illegally encroached forest land. The controversy involves 32-year-old ex-cop Yutthaphon Srisompong, who reportedly leaped from law enforcement to resort development, erecting raft accommodations and pool villas amidst whispers of protection violations. The saga unspooled when a formal grievance was lodged, alleging that the resort had audaciously encroached protected forest areas. Police inquiries corroborated these allegations, unearthing initial evidence of illegal encroachment. The picturesque plot, required to maintain 20% of its area as forest land, lies in a self-development zone where land use doesn’t proceed without a bureaucratic nod from the Department of Social Development and Welfare’s head…
In an unexpected twist of events, Cambodia found itself navigating through an international hiccup as the nation issued a formal apology for using the incorrect logo for the highly anticipated 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. Scheduled to be hosted by Thailand from December 9 to 20 this year, the SEA Games have stirred up quite the social media frenzy and political buzz. But how, you ask, did a simple logo lead to such online uproar? Let’s dive into the fascinating drama that unfolded. This year, Thailand is proud to host the 33rd SEA Games, taking place in the vibrant locales of Bangkok, Chon Buri, and Songkhla. The festivities will continue into the new year as the region gears up for the ASEAN Para Games from January 20 to 26. The official logo that symbolically represents this grand event was the brainchild of Teeraphop Wangsinlapakhun, the visionary founder behind TNOP Design.…
In the vibrant heart of Pattaya, where flavors from Thailand’s northeastern Isaan region draw crowds aplenty, an ordinary dinner rush turned into an extraordinary ordeal. Just yesterday, as the sun barely sank beyond the horizon, the lively chatter of patrons was pierced by the screeching of tires and crumpling metal at the railway road intersection on Soi Nong Yai. It was here, at precisely 6:06 PM, that calamity descended, as an uncontrolled bronze Honda Jazz sedan made an unexpected and unwelcome entrance into an unsuspecting eatery, creating a scene fraught with chaos and shock. The drive that veered from its expected route belonged to 38-year-old Thanyawan Chaijam. Unscathed but visibly shaken, Thanyawan confessed to a moment of sheer panic after a collision with a pickup truck led the sedan astray. “I thought the pickup was slowing, so I crossed cautiously. But it hit my car, and in that split second,…
In a legal spectacle that could redefine Thailand’s democratic landscape, the Constitutional Court has set a date for a game-changing ruling, slated to shake up the nation’s approach to constitutional amendments. Mark your calendars for September 10, because that’s when the judicial juggernaut will deliver its verdict on whether Parliament can have its way with a new draft charter before letting the citizens have their say through a referendum. At the heart of this courtroom drama is a fierce legal tangle sparked by motions filed by none other than the dynamic duo of Senator Premsak Piayura and MP Wisut Chainarun. These two legislative mavericks threw a proverbial wrench into the constitutional reform machine back on March 17 during a heated parliamentary session. Their burning question? Should a referendum be the curtain-raiser or the encore in the grand theater of drafting a new constitution? Enter Parliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha,…
In the heart of Pathum Thani, where serenity usually dwells in harmony with the chants of meditation, an unsettling event has unfolded. Picture this: the quiet, echoing halls of the Chun Jie Association in the stroke of midnight, suddenly disrupted by chaos and mystery. It sounds like the opening scene of a thrilling crime novel, doesn’t it? In the early hours of July 23, an incident took place that has left the local community in a state of shock. Imagine the scene: a seasoned aluminum contractor named Preecha residing in his humble tent on the fourth floor of a four-story meditation center where tranquility once reigned. Preecha, at the wise age of 54, was jarred from restful slumber when a shadowy figure breached his temporary sanctuary. This mysterious assailant, concealed behind a cover that revealed nothing but intent, left Preecha with a harsh wake-up call he could never have anticipated.…
In an era where viral videos can spark significant change, a disturbing incident at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri has ignited outrage and calls for justice across the internet. A man was caught on camera engaging in appalling acts of animal cruelty, repeatedly tossing a helpless rabbit into the air, only for it to plummet back onto the scorching hot sand. This grim scene was recorded by Pattanapong Sririmala, who bravely shared the footage with the online community on the Facebook page known as “Rabbit Lovers’ Community.” The video, uploaded on July 21, came with a chilling caption documenting the man’s recklessness: “Throwing a rabbit for fun on Bang Saen Beach. I managed to capture it only once, but he had thrown the animal four or five times before.” The video reveals a heart-wrenching scenario—an individual standing blatantly at the beach, hurling the rabbit skyward without any intention of…
In a recent decision laden with both urgency and humanity, the Cabinet has given the green light for a six-month extension for Cambodian migrant workers employed in Thailand’s border provinces. This move, coming against the backdrop of escalating complexities in border control, could not have come at a more critical juncture. Recent changes in border checkpoint operating hours across seven provinces have significantly impacted the mobility of these diligent workers, throwing their lives into a whirlwind of uncertainty. Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub shed light on the tumultuous situation, linking it to the unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border. As stricter border control measures are rolled out, many Cambodian workers find themselves in the lurch, struggling to re-enter Thailand. These workers usually rely on border passes for their comings and goings under Section 64 of the executive decree on foreign workers’ management. However, the newly imposed travel restrictions have trapped many in…
Today in Thailand, the skies have definitely decided to show us what they’ve got. As we peer into the horizon, it’s clear that Mother Nature is preparing to serve us a weather cocktail to remember. Over the next 24 hours, the drama in the heavens promises to be nothing short of epic, with an impressive array of storms and rainfalls set to make landfall across a considerable swath of the country. With Storm Wipha having gracefully bowed out to become a mere depression, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) isn’t letting its guard down just yet. The forecast draws attention to a potentially tumultuous tango between heavy and very heavy rains, coupled with the kind of robust winds that could easily mess up one’s coiffure. Everything kicks off today, July 23, with 31 provinces in the firing line, and the Northern region bracing for the most spectacular show of nature’s might.…