In the coming days, weather reports indicate that the Southwest Monsoon will notably strengthen, impacting the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. This surge is expected to occur from Saturday through Thursday, as per the seven-day weather forecast issued this Friday. With these conditions, an augmented amount of rainfall across the overall nation is foreseen. Particular areas of concern include the Northeast and Central regions comprising Bangkok and the South’s eastern coastline where isolated heavy downpours are predicted to take place. Regions such as the North, East, and the South’s West Coast might face isolated instances of extreme heavy precipitation. The authorities also expect an increase in the size of the waves in the upper reaches of the Andaman Sea and the Gulf, where the wave height could reach two to three meters. Furthermore, waters could surge to over three meters during thunderstorms presenting potential risks for navigational activities.…
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With the beginning of the prolonged break in synchronization with His Majesty the King’s birthday leading up till Wednesday, marking the inception of Buddhist Lent, excitement and anticipation among travellers is palpable. This fertile opportunity to explore myriad destinations is often a dilemma of choices, thus we’ve segued into the task of ironing out this crinkle for the wanderers. We bring to you the top 10 most-visited National Parks, echoing the choice of travellers during the same time frame last year: 1. Khao Yai National Park, a sprawling expanse in Nakhon Ratchasima province 2. Khao Laem Ya–Mu Ko Samet National Park, the serene retreat in Rayong 3. Pa Hin Ngam National Park, echoing the raw beauty of Chaiyaphum 4. Khlong Lan National Park, nestled in the heart of Kamphaeng Phet 5. Erawan National Park, the gem of tranquility in Kanchanaburi 6. Hat Nappharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, a…
In a bustling locale of Samut Sakhon’s Krathum Ban district, nestled amidst the daily commotion, lies a PTT petrol station that recently wrestled with an intriguing incidence. The incident was brought to light when an astute Facebook user shared a disquieting experience from her recent visit to the station. The photograph she posted unveiled a two-litre fuel canister that appeared to be only half-filled despite her having paid for 1.8 litres of fuel. Her account quickly spread around the social networking platform, stirring up a maelstrom of viral posts. The sudden limelight forced PTT Plc into making a public statement about the development. They confessed to the malfunction of the pump’s check valve that was responsible for the fuel mismeasurement, allowing some of the fuel to retreat back into the pump instead of dispensing out. In response to the growing public concern, Jakkra Yodmanee, the diligent deputy director-general of DIT,…
The extended reprieve initiated on His Majesty the King’s birthday on Friday, paving the way for the anticipation of the advent of Buddhist Lent on Wednesday. A profusion of Thai natives are anticipated to undertake millions of homeward-bound journeys and tourist place visits during this interlude. In a recent development on Friday, the Burapha command – a segment of the Royal Thai Army’s Internal Security Operations Command, declared that Chong Ta Kiew checkpoint was thrown open as an intermediate route directing to the Buri Ram province. The fresh route kicks off from the juncture of Highway No. 3308 located in Sa Kaeo’s Ta Phraya district, and extends until it intersects with Highway No. 3446, that guides all the way to the Lahan Sai district nestled in Buri Ram. “It comes as an advantageous alternative to Highway No. 348, the chief route leading to Buri Ram, which usually experiences heavy traffic…
On a bright Sunday morning, the resignation of a prominent general sent ripples of speculation bouncing off the political landscape. As murmurs of his possible political future bubbled away, it fell to the party’s politicians to clarify the unfolding scene: The Palang Pracharath party leader had relinquished his reigns not to ride into the sunset of retirement, but to pave the path for a newly elected executive board. At the previous day’s party denouement, the Deputy Party Leader, a seasoned politician known as Paiboon Nititawan, took to the podium. He offered the assembled crowd a glimpse into the future, decanting the contents of Prawit’s resignation letter, its validity cemented at the precise time of 8.30am. “Fear not,” he reassured members of the party. “Our esteemed General Prawit made a pledge at our previous gathering, a solemn promise to remain steadfast at the party’s side until the end of his days.…
On a late Friday afternoon, nestled within the bustling landscape of Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district, authorities apprehended a suspect known by the moniker Nguyen Van Viet, a 40-year-old gentleman suspected of conducting illicit business. The sobering sound of the raid disturbed the usual humdrum, unveiling an unsettling discovery. A prodigious collection of 468 parcels lay scattered, rejected by their unknowing recipients. Alongside these lay an assortment housing more than 5,000 replicas and lower-quality electrical appliances. Vacuums whirling with inefficiency, wristwatches ticking out of rhythm, mundane blenders, and underperforming power banks. The multifarious, lackluster inventory amassed a staggering net value of 600,000 baht. The lead helmsman of the investigation, Pol Maj-General Theeradej Thammasutee of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, elucidated all the findings in a briefing on Saturday. Allegedly, Nguyen ran an elusive online outlet, cleverly orchestrating a stream of subpar merchandise directly to his customers’ doorsteps. An alarming majority of these…
The bustling cityscape of Chiang Rai was engulfed in ripples of ingenuity and creative prowess over the weekend, as the town’s epicenter, the Central Chiang Rai shopping mall, witnessed the grand launch of the “Tattoo Body Artists” and “Amazing Body Art @ Chiangrai” promotions. Local enterprises and governance fused their efforts to unfold this artistic spectacle which was highlighted by impressive displays of body art masterpieces, carved by local tattoo parlours. Luethaipat Pimonsree, the influential deputy director of the University of Phayao’s Innovative Learning Institute, undersigned the events as vital parts of Chiang Rai’s expansive “Creative City of Design” campaign. This campaign is intricately aligned with the Creative Cities initiative on a global scale, spurred by the esteemed United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco). She expressed her admiration for Chiang Rai’ tattoo artists, who’ve garnered fame for their superior craftsmanship and customer service, which is not just top-notch…
It was a remarkable sight to witness the launch of an out-of-the-ordinary, six-day holiday in Pattaya. Tourists thronged Pattaya’s beaches and renowned tourist sites. Above all, the most attention was drawn to the breath-taking island of Koh Larn, located approximately 7 kilometres off the coast. The word among local resorts and lodgings was that all of their combined 3,000 rooms had been occupied! Here comes the surprising part: Previously, a routine day in Pattaya saw ferries filled with Thai and foreign tourists embarked from the Bali Hai pier based at the southern tip of Pattaya. Destination? The radiant island of Koh Larn. Was it any different this time? Absolutely not! If anything, it was larger in scale and merrier in spirit! To manage this increased crowd smoothly, the Pattaya City Municipality joined hands with the helpful Marine Office. As a result, they assigned more officials to keep things under control…
One of Thailand’s prominent dates, the 71st birthday of the Thai King, was celebrated with much splendour and respect. The King, lauded by His subjects, and under whose reign has overseen the prosperity of the nation, marked his birthday by imparting valuable advice to all Thais. Encouraging self-improvement and altruism, he imparted his wisdom in a grand gathering at the Amarindra Vinijaya Throne Hall, situated in the prestigious Grand Palace. The King elicited the importance of competent and intelligent governance for the prosperity of the nation and emphasized on the necessity of unanimous support from the Thai people. He urged those in positions of authority, along with the general public, to employ their prudence and judgment for the greater good. His wisdom extends beyond individualism, promoting activities that prove favourable for the entire populace. He advocated that fulfilling these objectives would yield national prosperity, peace, and happiness for all Thais.…
The Stock Exchange of Thailand’s Research Department has issued a grave alert concerning the ever-growing menace posed by cyber malefactors. On a daily basis, worldwide cybercrime incurs an estimated 772 billion baht in losses, and Thailand is projected to suffer daily damages of approximately 85 million baht for the current year. As per the latest stats for 2023, a mind-boggling 61 million Thai internet users, represent an enormous 85.3% chunk of the country’s entire population, a figure that trumps the global average of 64.4% by a fair margin. The undeniable addiction Thai citizens have with the internet, averaging about seven hours of daily usage, lands the nation in the top ten globally for internet usage. This obsession makes Thailand a glaring hotspot for cyber malefactors. The pressing infrastructural shift towards everyday smartphone transactions has sadly exposed users to greater online risks. An elevated risk exists for Thai users to have…