In the quiet town of Payathonzu, Sunday was anything but ordinary. A line of rugged trucks rumbled through the dusty roads, each carrying a host of bewildered faces—Chinese nationals suspected of being entangled in the wily web of call-scam operations. Their journey was not only out of Myanmar’s clandestine call centers but also into the media’s spotlight, documenting an international effort to clamp down on this cross-border criminal enterprise. At the heart of it all is a formidable trio: Thailand, Myanmar, and China, united against the elusive scam gangs orchestrating their malicious activities from Myanmar’s soil. Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Phumtham Wechayachai, a key player in this operation, addressed the public concern over China’s seemingly independent maneuvers in recovering its citizens. He clarified that the collaborative endeavor had been quietly simmering for two months, with China’s Assistant Minister for Public Security Liu Zhongyi playing a pivotal role in coordinating…
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In a bizarre twist of fate, a Thai police officer found himself on the wrong side of the law after an unfortunate car crash uncovered his alleged involvement in cigarette smuggling. This unexpected revelation unfolded in the eastern province of Trat on a seemingly ordinary evening of February 16, but as they say, the night is darkest before dawn! It was a thrilling scene on Sukhumvit Road at precisely 6:30 PM when officers from Ban Tha Luan Police Station zoomed to the site of the crash. Greeting them was a police vehicle, rather inelegantly wrapped around a roadside lamp post. The beleaguered driver, none other than Police Sergeant Major Ekkaphon Niyom of the esteemed Provincial Police Region 2, was not exactly having his best day. Ekkaphon, at 37, found himself dealing with more than just bruised pride. He sustained significant injuries, with a constellation of wounds and bruises painting a…
Picture this: a typical day on Chang Sanit Road suddenly erupts into a scene straight out of an action movie. A car fire, reminiscent of a blockbuster set piece, forced a dramatic evacuation of a woman in her forties before the flames utterly consumed her vehicle. This fiery episode unfolded yesterday, February 16, in the bustling Mueang district of Ubon Ratchathani, leaving locals in shock and firefighters scrambling into action. As reports of the burning vehicle reached the local emergency services, firefighters from both provincial and municipal departments descended on the scene like heroes of the hour. Naturally, speculation about the inferno’s cause immediately began swirling around, with an electrical short circuit being the prime suspect as the culprit behind the blaze. In an impressive display of efficiency, the firefighting squad got the fire under control in just 20 minutes. The white Nissan March with the Bangkok registration 8กฬ 8820…
In a tragic incident near Bangkok on February 16, a Japanese businessman lost his life when the minivan he was in rammed into a toll gate in the bustling Bang Phli district of Samut Prakan province. The relentless midday sun bore witness to the sorrowful event, as authorities reported the mishap to the Bang Kaew Police Station around noon. The collision occurred at the Bang Phli Toll Gate on the bustling Burapha Withi Expressway, drawing emergency responders from the Por Teck Tung Foundation. In a swift yet grief-laden response, law enforcement and rescue teams made their way to the crash site, where CCTV footage laid bare the grim sequence of events. The black Toyota Alphard, once a sleek symbol of transportation comfort, was seen blazing along at alarming speed before it came to a catastrophic halt against the unyielding pillar of the toll gate. Scattered shards of metal and shattered…
In the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, a growing chorus of concern echoes through the city’s vibrant streets as the pressing issue of road safety at pedestrian crossings takes center stage. Recent findings underscore the stark reality that most road accidents occur perilously close to schools and hospitals, underscoring an urgent call for action. Driving this initiative is Chamaipan Santikarn, the diligent manager of the Social Mobilisation for Motorcycle Safety Project at ThaiHealth. Her voice of advocacy grows even louder following a heart-wrenching incident where a 68-year-old South Korean tourist fell victim to a reckless motorcycle at a crossing outside the renowned Kidney Institute Hospital on Phaya Thai Road, nestled in the Ratchathewi district. This very crossing, a place meant for safe passage, haunts the memory with the shadow of a fatal accident two years prior, where an ophthalmologist met with tragic fate. Such repetitive incidents at the same location—despite the…
A vibrant night at the Rajamangala National Stadium, where music and lights merged to entertain a multicultural crowd, took an unexpected turn on February 16. Amongst the sea of concertgoers, both local and international, a distressing incident unraveled, leaving many in disbelief. Under the colorful chaos of a nighttime concert in Bangkok, a 26-year-old man from Udon Thani named Teerayut found himself in hot water, bringing a shadow over an otherwise joyful encounter of cultural harmony. This man was caught attempting a brazen invasion of privacy, trying to capture illicit footage beneath a female concertgoer’s skirt using a mobile phone cleverly hidden inside a paper bag. His mischievous act, which targeted a Chinese tourist among the cheering throng, did not go unnoticed. The woman, quick to sense the unwarranted attention, raised an alarm that swiftly drew the focus of stadium security. Police Colonel Pronthwee Somwang, along with the vigilant officers…
In the bustling market streets of Naklua, the usual weekend humdrum was dramatically interrupted by an exciting swoop from the Bang Lamung police officers. In a well-coordinated operation, the law enforcers successfully nabbed four foreign nationals engaged in illegal labor activities right in the heart of the lively community located behind Naklua New Market in the vibrant Chon Buri province. The February 15th raid unveiled a jaw-dropping revelation—two of the arrested had overstayed their welcome by an astounding six years! Their names had long been on the immigration authorities’ list, and the two were promptly escorted into custody, each step bringing them closer to a one-way ticket back to their native lands. The spirited crackdown took place in Moo 5, an area within Naklua subdistrict famed for its intricate networks of activity and commerce. Amid this energetic locale, police, armed with newfound resolve, zeroed in on the illegal laborers. Constant…
In the pre-dawn hush of February 16, the Chon Buri motorway transformed into an unanticipated scene of vehicular mayhem. It was here that a spirited group of modified sedans flaunted their horsepower, pushing the pedal to the metal as they raced furiously towards Bangkok from the coastal haven of Pattaya. Little did they know, their high-speed escapades would soon iterate into chaos, resulting in a spectacular crash that left 12 vehicles battered and bruised. The clock had barely struck 3.30am when the echoes of screeching tires and colliding metal punctuated the stillness of the night. Social media flared up like wildfire, capturing the frenetic ballet of cars weaving wildly, overtaking with reckless abandon. In mere minutes, this unyielding dance of destruction invited an unwanted audience, sparking a digital whirlwind that ignited concern and condemnation. Emergency Services, seasoned by experience, arrived promptly on the scene, attempting to piece together the chaotic…
Picture this: ACT (ACET), a trailblazing digital asset ignited by blockchain innovation, is shaking hands with Saif Belhasa Holding (SBH), one of the United Arab Emirates’ powerhouses of industry. This groundbreaking agreement is all set to turbocharge financial innovation, marrying ACT (ACET) into the various vibrant sectors under the SBH umbrella. Delightfully, this alliance promises an exhilarating fusion of blockchain technology as a payment dynamo and investment titan. The Vision: A New Era of Blockchain Brilliance Riding the wave of this seismic announcement is none other than Mr. Worawat Narknawdee, a name that echoes far and wide in Asia’s cryptocurrency circles. As a digital visionary and the architect behind ACT (ACET), Mr. Narknawdee is poised to redefine financial norms. On the epochal date of February 13, 2025, he inked an MOU with SBH, propelling ACT (ACET) into a new stratosphere alongside Dr. Saif Ahmad Belhasa. The SBH empire, steered by…
As influenza cases soar this year, it seems that every cough and sniffle is starting to echo louder across the bustling streets and serene landscapes of Thailand. Gracing the headlines with urgency, the Public Health Ministry has shed light on an unsettling truth: influenza is on the prowl, and it’s not taking any prisoners, especially in the northeastern provinces, where it’s waging its most intense attack. Standing at the forefront of this health predicament is Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin. With gravity in his voice, he reported an alarming surge in flu infections just this month. In response, health officials are hustling to roll out vaccines like heroes on a mission, targeting those most vulnerable—children and the elderly—before the sneaky flu virus can claim more victims. The numbers are staggering. As of January 25, the count of flu cases barely touched 7,819. Fast forward to February 15, and that number…