Get ready to witness an extraordinary spectacle as Thailand welcomes the crème de la crème of the footballing world for a unique crossover event. Next month, these former soccer superstars will trade their cleats for clubs in a thrilling Ryder Cup-style golf competition — the Reignwood Icons of Football. The backdrop for this sporting rendezvous? The breathtaking greens of Robinswood Golf Course. With 24 illustrious football legends swapping their adrenaline-soaked arenas for the tranquil gaze of golf courses, the Reignwood Icons of Football promises to be a masterstroke of flair, skill, and brilliance. As The Thaiger rolls out an exclusive 50% discount on Hospitality tickets, this is your golden chance to get up close and personal with the soccer legends of yesterday who will redefine success on a different pitch. Team England, led by the celebrated Lee Westwood, is brimming with top-tier talent aiming to showcase a cavalcade of sporting…
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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, tragedy struck on a perilous and dimly-lit road beneath the shadowy underpass in Bang Lamung. It was a typical Tuesday evening, or so it seemed, until the clock struck 10:06pm on February 11. That’s when the shattering call came into the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre, reporting a grave accident on the notorious stretch of Highway 331. This road infamously snakes its way towards Sattahip, cutting through the heart of Chon Buri province’s Bang Lamung district. The evaluative response was nothing short of swift, as rescuers teamed up with Bang Lamung’s local police to rush to the scene. The air was thick with uncertainty, while the moon played a hide and seek with the clouds, casting everything into intermittent shadows. Amidst this gloomy tableau, they found a blue Mitsubishi Lancer, its front bearing the scars of a recent violent encounter. Beside the battered vehicle…
In the enchanting land of Thailand, where the bustling city of Bangkok meets the serene southern provinces, the weather is currently putting on quite the dramatic performance. The Thai Meteorological Department, ever the reliable forecaster, has issued an intriguing weather report filled with rising temperatures, misty mornings, and thunderstorm whispers. For those living in or visiting Thailand, it might just be one of those rare days when the weather itself becomes an adventure. Today, the sun seems to be taking center stage in northeastern Thailand, challenging the weakened high-pressure system that lingers. The mornings are wrapped in a cool embrace, a gentle reminder of the departing winter, only to give way to a dramatic play of heat as the day unfolds. In this region, a quirky mix of coolness and warmth leaves residents peeling off layers by the afternoon. Down in the central heart, including the ever-dynamic Bangkok, temperatures are…
The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) is making waves—or rather, aiming to manage them—by unveiling its ambitious water management plans for 22 river basins this year. With a mission to orchestrate the flow and utilization of precious water resources, Surasee Kittimonthon, the indefatigable secretary-general of ONWR, embodies the spirit of a modern Aquaman. Just last week, the agency marked a milestone with the completion of plans for the lower southern and Chi River basins, both formally enshrined in the Royal Gazette on February 6th. Amidst the buzz in government corridors, a crucial meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong reached a consensus—to give the green light to additional plans for three vital river basins: Sakae Krang, Wang, and Nan. As Surasee informs us, the remaining 17 compelling water stories are on track to be completed, wrapping up the grand hydrological narrative within this calendar year. The ambitious…
Image: Thick smog blurs the view of Bangkok’s skyline at 8am, seen from the Bang Kachao green area. (Photo: Prinya Muangarkas) In a scene that could easily be mistaken for the setting of a dystopian movie, Thursday morning dawned in the Land of Smiles with less than cheerful news. A veil of dense smog draped itself over Bangkok and no less than 53 out of 76 Thai provinces, turning what might have been a picturesque morning into a grey canvas of concern. The culprit behind this murky embrace is none other than ultrafine dust, known to the science-savvy as particulate matter 2.5 micrometres or less in diameter (PM2.5). The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda), on bright alert, reported around 8am that these invisible specks had reached hazardous levels in many areas. Imagine breathing through a layer of fuzzy cotton every time you take a breath—that’s the air quality…
In a serene yet bustling sugarcane field nestled in the heart of Kamphaeng Phet, a tragic incident unfolded under the sweltering Thai sun. The tragedy struck when a 15-year-old boy from Phetchaburi met an untimely death, caught in the unforgiving jaws of a sugarcane harvester. The victim, Anusorn Kalawicha, was believed to be resting in a furrow, blissfully unaware of the danger looming just above the rustling stalks. The day was February 11, and at precisely 2:30 PM, the dull whirr of machinery and the aromatic scent of freshly cut sugarcane hung heavy in the air. Anusorn, employed in these fields to help feed our sweet tooth, was welcomed by the embrace of Mother Nature as he laid down in the field for a brief respite. Little did he know, his moment of rest would be his last. Witnesses on the scene, shocked and bewildered, quickly informed the authorities. It…
In what seemed more like a scene from a thriller than a real-life incident, two teenage boys, aged 13 and 14, managed a daring escape from a custody vehicle as it navigated its way through a bustling traffic junction near Pakham Market in Phra Thong Kham district, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. This escapade occurred in the afternoon hours, specifically at 3:30 pm, on February 11, leaving officials and onlookers stunned. Nithipong Klinhom, a diligent official from the Chaiyaphum Province Juvenile Observation and Protection Centre, was responsible for transporting four young detainees to the Nakhon Ratchasima Juvenile Observation and Protection Centre. The trip was meant to be just another routine transfer, but little did Nithipong and his team expect the unexpected turn of events that unfolded at the well-known intersection. The youthful duo made their break when the van slowed, and, in a maneuver that could rival a Hollywood stunt, they leaped…
In a bold and decisive move, the Royal Thai Police (RTP) has taken a firm stand against the callous call centre gangs notorious for their role in human trafficking and transnational crimes. As of early February 2025, under the watchful eye of national police chief Kittharath Punpetch, the RTP has transformed the landscape with the introduction of over 5,000 nationwide checkpoints, creating a web of vigilance that stretches across Thailand. This formidable operation has already borne fruit with the apprehension of 524 foreign nationals linked to a spectrum of illicit activities. But the net has been cast wider. Crowds numbering 231 have found the gates to Thailand impenetrable. Meanwhile, over 45,000 individuals have been penciled into a critical watchlist, all within three weeks of intensified efforts. Spotlights of success include the riveting capture of two suspects in Songkhla, discovered alongside a nefarious assembly of two SIM boxes and an arsenal…
In a political saga unfolding this week, Senator Premsak Piayura is gearing up to light a fire under Thailand’s parliamentary scene. The senator is preparing to table a motion aimed at invoking a Constitutional Court’s ruling to determine if parliament wields the power to amend Section 256 of the legal code. A move like this could open the doors to assembling a charter-drafting assembly (CDA). Interestingly, whispers on the grapevine suggest that Senator Premsak already has rallying support from 40 of his fellow senators, a requisite number under the law’s constraints. This motion isn’t just blowing in the wind; it’s primed to be slotted into the hands of Parliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha this Thursday. Why Thursday? That’s when the parliamentary chatter about charter amendment bills is slated to kick off, hitting the ground running with proposals that target, among others, the very Section 256 in question. But, like…
The joyous echoes of children’s laughter reverberated through the newly renovated halls of Ban Don Thong School (Ong Pittayakarn), nestled in the quaint locale of tambon Klong Mai within Sam Phran district, Nakhon Pathom. The reason? A heartwarming gesture of goodwill from the Israeli Embassy to Thailand, spearheaded by the enthusiastic and ever-charismatic Israeli Ambassador, Orna Sagiv. This picturesque school, offering a nurturing cradle for kindergarten to primary-level education, was in dire need of some TLC. Outdated infrastructure and a less-than-ideal environment hampered its potential. But thanks to the embassy’s benevolence, showered generously with a budget of 172,248 baht in early November, the school underwent a transformation that would make any phoenix blush. Roofs were rejuvenated, ceilings were revamped, boards received a facelift, and the once worn-down playground and activity hall now gleamed like new under the tropical sun. During a jubilant visit on Tuesday, Ambassador Sagiv was greeted with…