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On a bright and lively morning in Bangkok, all eyes were on Torsak Chotimongkol, the trailblazing Chief Advisor to the Governor. He was at the helm of a transformative gathering—the inaugural session of both the “Muslims Participate in City Development Committee” and the “District-Level Muslims Participate in City Development Working Group” for 2025. The venerable Rattanakosin Room at Bangkok City Hall buzzed with anticipation. Senior officials like Supakrit Boonkhant, the astute Deputy Permanent Secretary of the BMA, and Lamai Asawalertsak, the meticulous Director of the Department of Provincial Administration and Registration, graced the occasion with their presence. Torsak, a visionary, laid out a compelling mission—to transcend conventional governance and ignite a partnership with the public that celebrates cultural and religious depth in urban development. This wasn’t just any initiative; it was a bold stride into a future where city planning and diversity walked hand in hand. At the heart of…

In a whirlwind of online excitement and buzzing anticipation, a Thai TikToker has captured the imagination of lottery enthusiasts and insect aficionados alike with a peculiar encounter on the roads of Surat Thani. On an ordinary day earlier this month, @pimpitchayasornk, a TikTok user with a penchant for intriguing narratives, shared a captivating video that has since gone viral. The video reveals an unexpected visitor to her parked motorcycle—a robust swarm of bees busily constructing a hive on the side mirror. The video, posted on July 10, came with a cheeky caption urging followers to “Go all out!” with hashtags #Lottery and #AllTimeLuckyLotteryNumbers setting the scene for what seemed more like a comedy of errors than a daily commute. The on-screen text added a touch of suspense, teasing viewers with the promise of the lottery draw occurring today, July 16. With bated breath, the viewers watched as the motorcycle owner…

In the heart of Udon Thani, a torrential downpour turned yesterday into a soggy spectacle of chaos and tragedy. As the clock struck 5.30 pm on July 15, the skies opened up with a vengeance, deluging the bustling city streets in mere minutes. Unsurprisingly, with nature’s force on full display, the city was quickly awash with water—more a river than roads, really. Although municipal teams had vowed to stave off such events, this recurrent flooding seemed like a stubborn guest overstaying its welcome. Yet amidst the swirling waters, a tragic incident sent shockwaves rippling through the community. On Kitakawi Road, a place now etched in local memory, the floodwaters, emboldened by the rain, rose to 50 cm, cloaking the danger that lay beneath. It was here, near bustling shophouses leading to Lotus Rangsina, that two residents met a grim fate as they were suddenly electrocuted. The harrowing sight was captured…

In what can only be described as a shocking revelation, Thailand’s healthcare system is currently under the microscope as news of a major scandal has emerged, shaking the very foundations of public trust. The Ministry of Public Health is on high alert as 16 clinics are at the center of a storm, accused of swindling the country’s universal health scheme out of nearly 30 million baht. On July 15, the diligent Secretary to the Minister of Public Health, Thanakrit Chitareerat, personally inspected several of these clinics located in Sakhon Nakhon’s Song Dao district, as the investigation into the alleged scam took a critical turn. The crux of the scandal lies in the fraudulent claims submitted under the Universal Coverage Scheme, better known amongst locals as the ‘gold card.’ This initiative is a lifeline for countless Thai citizens, offering free or low-cost healthcare services. However, the latest revelations suggest a betrayal…

In the picturesque subdistrict of Nong Prue, nestled within Chon Buri, a storm is brewing—albeit of the environmental kind. Concerned residents have recently raised alarm bells over what appears to be an illegal discharge of wastewater into the vital Mabprachan Reservoir. This body of water isn’t just a scenic spot; it’s a lifeline for the local communities. The murmur of inconvenience started on a seemingly typical July 15 morning, right by the exercise area near a quaint eatery located at the Hot Two Point intersection on Phonpraphanimit Road 34. What began as a gentle whisper quickly grew to a clamor for action as reporters hurried to the scene to confirm the commotion. Upon their arrival, a drainage pipe stood accused, silently emptying its dubious contents into the reservoir. The water’s surface was marred with streaks of oil and patches of grease, unmistakably betraying the presence of contamination. A pungent aroma…

In an unsettling tale from the peaceful province of Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, an air of shock and disbelief has enveloped the local community. It all began on June 28th, when an ordinary motorcycle ride turned into a harrowing experience for a father and his innocent four-year-old daughter, changing their lives forever. The young girl, now tragically blind, became an unintended victim of an attack with truly malevolent roots. The distressing episode came to light when the girl’s family, in sheer desperation, reached out to a local social media influencer, known for their engaging Facebook page “Ban Hia Charn Aui Ubon.” This platform, which often sheds light on local issues, caught the attention of various news outlets, thrusting the heartbreaking incident into the public spotlight. The narrative begins with the girl’s father, who was leisurely driving through the community roads of the Det Udom district. Unexpectedly, they found themselves confronted by…

In the often bustling corridors of Phuket’s Vachira Hospital, a curious chapter unfolded yesterday that brought more than just healthcare into the spotlight. It was a day when the unexpected zig-zagged through the ordinary, as one man’s wayward moment turned the hospital upside down. At around 3 PM, nestled within the heart of the third-floor outpatient examination room, a wave of commotion broke the humid air. The story began as a mental illness episode that spiraled into an unintended spectacle. A man, identified merely as 40-year-old Boonruen, and whose surname is carefully kept under wraps, found himself amidst chaos that was as unpredictable as a Monsoon rain in July. In a moment of bewilderment, Boonruen clutched a nurse’s shoulder bag and sprinted with an urgency befitting a marathoner, yet without a finish line in sight. Witnesses, their faces etched with surprise and bewilderment, watched the scene unfold. Like a script…

In a tale that reads like a script from a gritty crime drama, Bangkok police have unraveled a sophisticated con operation, masquerading behind the façade of officialdom. A criminal gang posing as a fake director of the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) tricked an unsuspecting postgraduate student into forking over hundreds of thousands of baht. This audacious group, infamous for its call centre scams, was nabbed right out of a bustling shopping epicenter in Bang Na, yesterday, July 15. The hero leading this real-life sting was none other than Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom, the formidable Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau. Alongside him, a team of sharp deputies and officers from the Central Investigation Bureau, with a little backup from the Pho Klang Police Station in Nakhon Ratchasima, orchestrated the operation that led to this gang’s falling house of cards. The gang’s modus operandi was as clever as it was…

In a tragic turn of events, the rough seas around the idyllic Koh Phaluai in Surat Thani turned somber as they bayed witness to a dire maritime incident. On July 15, the sun hadn’t yet dipped below the horizon when Deputy Director Natthaphon Sinpunpon of Surat Thani’s Centre for Maritime Security responded to a distress call that echoed over static-filled communications. Accompanied by the steadfast team from the Centre for Maritime Security Region 2, they embarked on a rescue mission aboard the swift Maritime Security 4003. Their destination: a cargo ship sailing under the Chinese flag, Ocean Win Tori, embroiled in an ordeal that would go down as a tragic chapter in its logbook. The ship’s journey from Indonesia had almost reached its Thai waypoint to load goods, en-route to the vast expanse of China. It was within this ceaseless voyage that 56-year-old Wang Jiejun’s life met an unanticipated and…

In a bustling corner of Bangkok’s vibrant Khlong Sam Wa district, an unexpected scene unfolded that seems more like a plot twist out of a movie than real life. Two unlikely characters, a Cambodian couple by the names of Nga Phon and Chanty Rav, had been apprehended by local authorities for their unconventional venture – running an illicit pork stall right under the noses of the law. But this wasn’t just any pork stall; it was a lively slice of market life complete with animated conversations in Thai and cash transactions reminiscent of the days when digital payments weren’t pervasive. On an otherwise typical Monday morning, specifically July 14, the market scene was abuzz. The vivid calls of vendors, the chatter of customers, and the fresh aroma of grilled meats were suddenly interrupted by a deliberate police operation. Led by Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom, the operation, as riveting as…