A once quiet and seemingly peaceful neighbourhood in Dusit District was rudely awakened to an appalling tragedy on Monday morning; an event that sends icy shivers down one’s spine and paints a macabre tableau of violence and loss. And this isn’t a scene drawn from a hyper-realistic film noir, but a chilly recount of the grim reality that played out in front of the Kornkaew Montessori School, along the tranquil lanes of Soi Ranong 2 Road. In the unforgiving light of the day, a brave 16-year-old lad, cloaked in the innocent attire of his school uniform became the target of an unprovoked attack. He was not just any ordinary high school student, he was on the path to mastery in his chosen educational stream, bearing the title of a second-year pupil at the prestigious Dusit Technical College; an institution renowned for its excellence, ironically located just a stone’s throw away…
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On a serene Sunday, 266 Thai citizens, who had been tucked away in Laukkaing, a quaint border town in Myanmar’s Shan State, were whisked away to Kunming, China by the Myanmar authorities. Their much-needed voyage was a breath of fresh air that took them away from Laukkaing’s confines into an exhilarating embrace of their motherland, Thailand. The evacuees’ long journey home comprised two commercial flights, Thai Air Asia Flight FD9702 and Thai Lion Air Flight SL7007, both embarking from Kunming and touching down at Thailand’s Don Mueang airport. The first flight landed at the crack of dawn at around 3am, with the second tailing not too far behind, making its descent approximately at 4am. The two flights arrived carrying a mix of nationalities – 273 in total. The passengers included the 266 Thais, who were the stars of this eventful saga, complemented by six Filipinos and a Singaporean. Upon their…
In the early probing hours of dawn from the quietude of Nakhon Phanom, a baby girl of merely three months was cradled in the arms of her agonized mother, anguishing over distressing circumstances. Her husband was being plagued by an ominous facial tumor, stealing away the gift of sight from his right eye. They could do nothing but take refuge at the margin of the road, each passing day weaving a tighter noose of despair and misery. At half-past midnight that day, the siren call of distress echoed through the area. The Sa-wang Rojanathammasathan Rescue Radio Center in Chon Buri intercepted a call of distress; a patient with a facial tumor grappling with an intense headache was reported to be languishing near Sukhumvit roadside at the first kilometer traffic light intersection within the vicinity of the Sattahip district. Promptly, an ambulance rolled out for the rescue mission, as reported by…
The Thai meteorological landscape is currently buzzing with high atmospheric pressures. These robust cold air masses are making their presence felt around numerous regions across Thailand. Residents of the northern and northeastern locales in particular, are bracing for a wave of cool to frosty weather conditions accompanied by relentless winds. The central region of the kingdom, which includes cosmopolitan Bangkok and its adjoining areas, has also been enveloped by this chilly spell. The residents of the east, along with those in the upper regions of the South, have been waking up to significantly colder mornings lately, as the country’s climate dances to the tune of this cold wave. The Meteorological Department is not taking these unusual weather patterns lightly. It is urging people all across the kingdom to prioritize their health and stay wary of the increasing cold weather which might take a toll on their wellbeing. Not only that,…
The coveted Miss Universe pageant witnessed a vibrant Thai beauty queen in the top three for the first time in three and a half decades. Carrying on the legacy of Apasra Hongsakula, the 1965 winner, and Porntip Nakhirunkanok, the 1988 champion, Anntonia left an indelible mark on the international beauty pageant. The notable event in 2023 took a progressive stride, breaking from longstanding conventions by embracing diversity and inclusivity. The competent roster, featuring an openly transgender woman from Portugal, a body-positive participant from Nepal, and a Colombian contestant elegantly balancing motherhood, embodied the changing perception of beauty and underlined the significance of welcoming multiple interpretations of charm and individuality. Looking ravishing at all times, Anntonia won over numerous hearts with her elegant simplicity on the grand stage. Among the top twenty, her name prominently figured in the top ten finalists, which boasted contenders from the Philippines, Australia, Spain, Nicaragua, Peru,…
Building a sustainable economy for Thailand is not just a necessity, but a responsibility every citizen shares. These were the strong words echoed by Srettha at the well-attended ceremony that unfolded on Sunday at the BITEC Convention Centre, located in the heart of bustling Bangkok. Srettha expressed his optimism about the prospects of the Thai economy, especially in the post-election phase. However, he emphasized that collective responsibility and coordinated action are crucial to its further enhancement. Amid varied opinions about the much-debated digital wallet scheme, Srettha held firm to his belief that the 10,000-baht digital handout remains a decisive factor in tackling the current crisis. Drawing comparisons with the GDP of ASEAN nations such as Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, he presented a stark picture of economic disparity, as these countries’ growth figures outperformed Thailand’s modest 2% growth in the past nine years. However, in the face of these…
There’s a weighty whisper floating in the thick and humid Bangkok air. It snakes its way through the bustling streets of Yaowarat and Huay Kwang, both regions well-liked by Chinese tourists. A rumor of secret auxiliary outposts operated by none other than China’s police force in the heart of Thailand. This tantalizing chronicle managed to pique the interest of certain operatives, leading to a thorough search of these areas. However, no such phantom centers of Chinese constitutionality were discovered. Why would a Chinese police force be surreptitiously operating in a foreign land? The tale has it that they were dispatched, clad not in uniforms but in the guise of embassy staff, offering a comforting hand to Chinese tourists who need assistance with administrative tasks like procuring driving licenses. However, a more movie-like twist to their alleged agenda raises many eyebrows. Speculation still stands strong that their secret mission may have…
Seated from his office in the heart of Asia’s thriving eco-tourism, Prayoon Pongphan, the venerable chief of the park, broadcasted a sobering announcement. As the week eased into the weekend, the amphitheater of mother nature was preparing a spectacle of her own at the Gulf of Thailand – a show that season patrons would be wise to skip. With a profound sense of responsibility, Prayoon declared a temporary hiatus to the park’s operations. Saturday and Sunday, popular among city slickers seeking retreat in the haven of greenery, would bear witness to the park’s pallor. This was no casual holiday; the decision came in response to the whims of our earthly elements. The Gulf of Thailand, otherwise a calming blue vista, was poised to display its imposing might. Churning underneath its surface was the latent energy capable of animating waves as high as two to three meters. There was a certain…
In the beautiful Mae Hong Son’s Muang district, nestled in the idyllic Tambon Pang Moo, sits a temporary shelter. Now, it has witnessed a sudden increase in inhabitants due to intensifying conflicts in the neighboring Kayah State, located precariously on the border with Mae Hong Son. The tranquility of this temporary shelter was disrupted when the provincial administration of the area announced the return of a group comprising 591 people who had tentatively returned to their homeland, only to be forced back into their Thai refuge. An insider from the Karenni Army sheds light on why this group of people had to abandon their freshly-reinstated homes so abruptly. Myanmar troops had launched a brutal attack on a refugee camp situated on the Myanmar side of the border, discharging an onslaught of deadly mortar shells. This hostile act triggered a rush of 591 individuals, who had only recently started to settle…
In the stillness of the early morning hours, a seismic ripple of 4.0 magnitude made its way through the district of Sangkhla Buri. The tremors rippled out and were discernible even across Kanchanaburi, a provincial enclave nestled in Thailand’s western reaches. Heading the department, Kanrawee Sitthicheewapak confirmed that the epicentre of the quake was nestled 6 kilometres beneath the surface of tambon Nong Lu. The time of occurrence was logged at approximately 3.07am. The department’s specialized Earthquake Observation Division attributed this geologic upset to the tectonic shuffling of the Three Pagodas Fault. Those residing in single-storey homes in tambon Nong Lu found themselves amidst the rumblings, their homes shivering in response to the earth’s shift. The quake was so perceptible that it stirred numerous residents of Sangkhla Buri from their slumbers, agitating their residences and setting their metal roofing a-clatter. Brought to life on social media platforms such as Facebook…