Posts published in “Thailand”

In the sleepy early hours of June 3, the serene Chao Phraya River witnessed a drama that would shake anyone out of their morning stupor. In the quiet Suan Yai subdistrict of Nonthaburi province, a wooden house decided it had enough of standing tall and instead, gracefully collapsed into the river, leaving 68-year-old Somsong Praphaimani clinging to a lone wooden post like a seasoned sailor navigating high seas. The morning sun had barely risen when Rescue volunteers from the valiant Ruamkatanyu Foundation sprang into action, rescuing Somsong from her watery predicament. Our heroine, though rattled, survived with a torn ligament in her left shoulder and a respectable bruise on her left hip—a testament to her bravery and resilience. After her dramatic morning adventure, she was whisked away to the nearest hospital for some tender care. Reporters arriving at the picturesque locale at 127 Moo 9, Soi Phibulsongkhram 1, were greeted…

In a world where the unexpected often becomes reality, a young British mother has found herself embattled in a whirlwind of international intrigue and questionable decisions. Meet Cameron Bradford, a 21-year-old from the serene town of Knebworth, Hertfordshire, who has inadvertently become the face of a burgeoning phenomenon—young women caught with cannabis on foreign soil. Her misadventure began on April 21, when a routine day at Munich Airport took a drastic turn. Cameron’s travel escapade started innocuously enough, but a last-minute change in her travel itinerary proved her undoing. Instead of following the predictable path from Singapore to Heathrow, she opted for a pit stop in Germany. It’s a decision that raised the eyebrows of alert border officers, setting off a chain of events she likely never anticipated. Her arrest unfolded just as she reached for her luggage, the outcome of suspicion combined with the keen instincts of the border…

On a day where sun-drenched beaches meet the azure waters of Pattaya, an unexpected twist jolted this serene Thai paradise into a scene straight out of a movie. An American gentleman, seasoned with the wisdom of 66 years, found himself at the heart of an audacious incident. Imagine this: a balmy afternoon graced with the usual chatter of the TT Currency Exchange booth nestled along the bustling Jomtien Beach Road in Chon Buri province. Here, our protagonist, Jeffrey Stookey Sr., nonchalantly approaches, ready to trade in his greenbacks for some Thai baht. Yet, little did he know, the plot was about to thicken. Under the watchful eyes of Police Colonel Anek Sathongyu and his astute colleagues, specifically Deputy Police Colonel Arus Saphanon, along with Pattaya’s crack investigation team, a covert operation unraveled. When Stookey confidently presented his stash of $100 bills—ten to be precise, with an unapologetic boldness—something felt off.…

Picture this: A bustling Saturday in Pravet, Bangkok, at the Pravet police station, no less! No, it’s not a new tourist attraction or a bustling street market; in fact, it’s a crowd of frustrated badminton enthusiasts, seeking justice after a highly anticipated tournament vanished into thin air. The common say-so? It’s organized by none other than Tonson 99, the same folks behind the infamous ‘phantom marathon’ at Suan Luang Rama IX Park the previous month. But let’s rewind a bit. It was the 3rd of June when this badminton brouhaha gathered steam. The tournament, which had captured the excitement of 86 avid shuttlers, was meant to take place at a Rangsit venue. Each participant shelled out between 1,600 to 1,800 baht, already dreaming about the courts they were going to conquer. Adding a bit of sparkle and shine, the organizers dangled shiny incentives: backpacks, T-shirts, badminton rackets, sleek smartwatches, and…

Picture this: the hustle and bustle of city life, where people scurry around like ants, each in pursuit of their daily grind. Nestled in the heart of this urban jungle lies an oasis of convenience and joy, courtesy of Little John Digital Co., Ltd. Led by the visionary Mr. Watcharapong Photjaneenon, the company is revolutionizing the delivery landscape with their novel creation – “SOOK Delivery,” a service that’s all about “Serving Happiness.” This service isn’t just your typical food delivery app. Oh no, it’s much more! It promises a sprinkle of joy with every order, aiming to elevate the everyday experiences of city dwellers and especially the young professionals who populate the vertical expanses of Bangkok’s skyscrapers. The operation kicks off its journey at One Bangkok, a lifestyle destination that’s already a beacon for modernity and convenience. As Mr. Photjaneenon passionately states, this isn’t just a business move; it’s a…

In a scenario right out of a gripping novel, Suvarnabhumi airport security had an unexpected twist in their daily routine. Picture this: airport hustle and bustle, holiday makers rushing to catch their planes, and nestled amidst them, a 71-year-old Singaporean businessman, seemingly heading for an uneventful flight back home. But what awaited him was far from a leisurely journey through the skies—it was a pair of curious police officers. This intriguing tale began when Pol Maj Gen Thatphum Charuprat, head honcho at the Economic Crime Suppression Division, explained the situation to the media on a balmy Wednesday morning. The dapper gentleman at the heart of this tale was poised to take off on an otherwise ordinary Tuesday when he was suddenly halted in his tracks by the long arm of the law, right at the King’s gleaming transportation hub—Suvarnabhumi airport. But what could have possibly netted this traveler such high-profile…

In the early hours of a seemingly typical Bangkok night, a horrific tragedy unfolded that shook the heart of the city and left a family in inconsolable grief. It was just past midnight when a 17-year-old vocational student, known as A, became the victim of a senseless act of violence, altering the lives of those around him forever. The incident took place on a developing part of Hathairat Road, close to the under-construction market by Hathaimit intersection. As A rode as a passenger on a motorcycle with his friend, identified only as B, the tranquility of the night shattered with the echo of gunfire. In a cruel twist of fate, their journey was abruptly cut short. A group of teenagers, unfathomably armed and trailing them on motorcycles, fired at the duo mid-ride. A, a promising third-year automotive student from a prestigious college in Min Buri, was struck tragically by a…

In an unusual and tragic tale of alleged drug possession, the events surrounding Thiranai’s recent arrest have taken a grievous turn. A bizarre sequence of events unfolded when Thiranai, a detainee held at Nakhon Pathom City Police Station, dramatically fell ill. He had reportedly ingested a staggering 50 methamphetamine pills before his arrest, leading to a maelstrom of convulsions and ultimately his tragic demise at the hospital. On June 3, a call had come in about Thiranai’s deteriorating condition, as he lay slumped in a holding cell, battling mysterious convulsions. The authorities acted swiftly, rushing him to Nakhon Pathom Central Hospital. Despite their efforts, it was too late—Thiranai succumbed to his perilous choice and passed away under medical care. The man had been apprehended earlier at a police checkpoint on Malaiman Road, en route to Nakhon Pathom, exhibiting behavior that raised more than a few eyebrows. When officers probed, he…

In the early hours of Wednesday, the serenity of Phet Kasem Road in the picturesque Huai Sai district of Prachuap Khiri Khan was shattered by a calamitous event that left onlookers in shock. As dawn barely approached, a vivid yellow tour bus became a central figure in a tragic narrative, veering off its path and into a ditch that lined the median strip—a dramatic scene still etched in the memories of those who arrived to help. According to the courageous team from Huai Sai Rescue, the tragedy unfolded at approximately 4:51 AM, mere steps away from the historical Phra Mongkut Klao Camp, near kilometre marker 327+100. The early risers who were witnesses to the aftermath couldn’t help but note the somber presence of two lives lost amidst the chaos, with an additional 13 passengers nursing injuries of varying severity. The bus, a striking yellow chariot of Roong-Reuang Coach Co Ltd.,…

Prepare to grab your umbrellas and raincoats, as the weather over Thailand is about to put on quite a dramatic show! The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm, signaling a bevy of heavy downpours set to drench 37 provinces. This stormy spell is all thanks to a moderate southwest monsoon, sweeping through the region like a tempestuous conductor orchestrating a symphony of thunderstorms. Bangkok, the capital bustling with life, is prepping for a wet adventure as well, with meteorologists predicting a downpour over 60% of its sprawling expanse. So, city dwellers and tourists alike should brace themselves, perhaps with a cozy café in mind as a refuge from the damp drama that looms in the skies. As the skies unleash their watery fury, it’s not just Bangkok that finds itself in the splash zone. Across Thailand, thunderstorms and heavy rains are anticipated to grace the land. The roaring…