In a riveting tale pulsating across the digital vines of social media earlier this week, villagers in regions of Mueang and neighboring Tha Wung districts of Lopburi province were reportedly swept into a collective frenzy. The spark that ignited this bedlam? Assertions from a local that they had chanced upon the specter known as the krasue. This wave of apprehension, however, was soon quelled by the voice of reason. Muang’s strategic commander, Phitsanu Praphathanan, spoke out on Wednesday, revealing that the phantom that had the villagers spooked was in fact, a chicken thief. Moreover, the thief’s eerie appearance was merely a disguise; he had donned the mask of an elderly woman with strands of faded hair glossing her face, and a set of terrifying fangs. Phitsanu has since issued advisories to all regional administrators and local village authorities to forewarn villagers about potential threats stemming from thieves, urging communities to…
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The blockbuster film franchise, “Tai Baan: The Series”, has sprung up an unexpected sensation. The hit character, “Undertaker”, has captured Thailand’s fascination and sent the box office collections soaring to 300 million baht (US$8.2 million) in a mere fortnight. However, the story behind this captivating character, embodied by the 30-year-old Yadphet Chaowat, lends a touch of reality to the silver screen. Once engrossed in the numerical world of accounting, Yadphet changed her career direction to keep her ailing father’s business afloat. The business was dedicated to hosting funerals. As for replacing her father in the male-dominated role in the Thai society, Yadphet confesses that her previous professional stint did not quite prepare her for her new responsibilities. Yet, her father’s teachings served as a solid foundation by providing her the fundamental knowledge to preside over funerals and perform the necessary chants. With her role fuelling supernatural speculations and curiosity, netizens…
Post his productive discussion with Khalid Al-Qaddumi, a well-known Hamas representative, Mubarak communicated about their deliberation on Wednesday. This influential dialogue was aimed at negotiating the liberation of several Thai captives. A striking image featuring the influential handshake between the two men discovered its way to the internet following their meeting. Mubarak, with an air of optimism, stated, “The talks for the release of Thai nationals are shaping up positively.” He further revealed that Al-Qaddumi conveyed to him that the abduction of all hostages, including Thais, was a tactical part of their warfare negotiations with Israel. He guaranteed that Hamas had no harmful intentions towards the detained Thais in Gaza. It is on the cards for Mubarak and Al-Qaddumi to have another crucial face-to-face discussion at the beginning of the imminent week. Mubarak is also recognized by another alias, Lerpong Syed. He is none other than the younger sibling of…
An assertive stride towards economic rejuvenation was showcased by Thai Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin when he suggested a ground-breaking free-trade treaty with the Gulf Cooperation Council. This crucial proposal was unveiled in the face of Prince Mohammed bin Salman during their significant encounter held at the opulent Ritz Carlton in Riyadh, as revealed by the government’s mouthpiece, Chai Watcharong. The reason for Thavisin’s visit to Riyadh was much more than a routine diplomatic mission; it marked his participation in the inaugural Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit, an event of utmost economic and strategic importance. Alongside this seminal proposal, Thavisin took a moment to express Thailand’s heartfelt gratitude towards Saudi Arabia, given the monumental revival of diplomatic ties between the two countries after a wide-spreading chill staged for decades. Not limiting himself to expressing mere words of gratitude, Srettha further pushed the envelope by endorsing Thailand’s robust backing for Saudi Arabia’s…
The commitment from Thailand to adopt programmes initiated by the United Kingdom to bolster English language proficiency among Thai students and educators is now official. The highly regarded Education Minister of Thailand, Police General Permpoon Chidchob, engaged in talks with the UK’s Minister of State for the Indo-Pacific, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, to navigate the course of this educational alliance. To underscore the importance of this dialogue, the British ambassador, Mark Gooding, attended this pivotal meeting at the Ministry of Education. The Thai Education Minister, Pol. Gen. Permpoon, displayed immense gratitude toward the British government for lending a helping hand in the development of an online learning platform designated for Thai pupils. This virtual school will be a stepping stone for Thai students, granting them access to English classes and a global pool of online knowledge resources. Pol. Gen. Permpoon made a note of the barriers faced by economically challenged Thai students,…
Fascination has been an eternal human attribute, especially, when it comes to the exploration of the old and extinct. Adding one more chapter to the book of jaw-dropping archaeological discoveries, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment in Thailand brought to light the fossilized remains of a hitherto unknown creature, the Alligator munensis, also lovingly christened as the Mun River Alligator. The earth cradling this extinct species for a colossal duration of 230,000 years, this discovery has indeed sent a ripple of surprise shimmering across the realm of herpetology. The skeletal remains of the ancient alligator crawled out of their centuries-old burrow in the Non Sung district of Nakhon Ratchasima in northern Thailand. About 300 kilometers northeast of Thailand’s bustling capital city of Bangkok, this ground-breaking revelation was a brilliant contribution to the scientific worlds by a team of arduously working researchers from the University of Tübingen, Germany, and the…
In the wake of the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, threats aren’t limited to just the battlefield. Indeed, wars of a different variety are being waged within the digital realms. Unfortunately, the Thai Department of Employment has issued a stark warning about a burgeoning scam that targets overseas workers’ financial data through a counterfeit money transfer mobile application. The driving force behind this cautionary tale is none other than Sompong Kaewwandee, who heads the Chiang Rai Provincial Employment Office. Raising the alert on a recent Thursday, Sompong advised the public to approach suspicious links with extreme caution. It’s the local villagers who have now come to be the watchful eyes and ears of the bureau, first reporting this unscrupulous activity. These cybercriminals have shrewdly chosen their targets, opting specifically for the family members of Thai individuals working in Israel. They disseminate a questionable link through Line and SMS communications, masquerading as Israeli…
In a move to cultivate synergistic relations and drive mutual growth, Thailand is setting its sights towards the establishment of new alliances with Japan’s Wakayama prefecture, specifically targeting prosperous prospects within the furniture production and agricultural processing industries. The primary goals of this promising business cooperation include the augmentation of product development and broadening the spectrum of export opportunities. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, in a dialogue with Wakayama’s Governor Kishimoto Shuhei held recently, advocated for a conducive business environment that would enable Thai and Japanese entrepreneurs to cohesion, particularly within the furniture production and agricultural processing domains. The idea is to foster the creation of collaborative products that reflect the distinguished expertise of both nations. Additional to this, Minister Phumtham also made a strong case for agricultural entrepreneurs of Wakayama to import raw materials from Thailand as a measure to solidify the envisioned synergy. Take, for instance, the case of…
Bolstered by the vision of carbon neutrality by 2050, the Thai government has set their sights on an ambitious project that aims to give a makeover to their entire fleet of government vehicles. The transformative idea is to replace the entire range of aging government automobiles with state-of-the-art electric vehicles (EVs). The renewed energy behind this significant ecological shift was stoked by an official notification from the office of the Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, who passionately advocates the integration of EVs within governmental departments. The Prime Minister’s official directive, issued through the Secretariat of the Cabinet, has streamlined the collaboration between the Energy and Finance Ministries, the Budget Bureau, the Office of the Council of State and other key sections responsible for overseeing the procurement process of EVs. The primary objective of this is to phase out older vehicles that are approaching the end of their serviceability. What’s more invigorating…
In light of the recent distressing event at the Siam Paragon mall, where a shooting caused unease among foreign residents and tourists in Bangkok, the focus has greatly shifted towards strengthening international ties between Thailand and China. This move was initiated with profound discussions between Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and China’s President Xi Jinping, amidst heartfelt expressions of sympathy for the tragic loss of a Chinese woman at the incident scene. The 61 years old Thai Prime Minister had communicated with the Chinese Ambassador Han Zhiqiang regarding the unfortunate demise of the Chinese national. Putting forth an action plan that aims to stimulate the tourism industry and boost the economy, Prime Minister Srettha proposed to waive off the 30-day visa requirement for Chinese visitors. This short-term provision would be effective from September 25 to February 29 of the following year. During a recent meeting held on October 18, the…