Throngs of Thai citizens eagerly anticipate the unveiling of an upcoming public park, dedicated to the cherished memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great. This verdant sanctuary, destined to become a significant new landmark in Bangkok, will span an impressive 279 rai in the Dusit district. Thousands of newly planted trees will grant the capital a much-needed “green lung,” offering locals and visitors alike a tranquil escape from urban chaos, fostering a deeper connection with nature. Strategically interspersed throughout the park, visitors will encounter poignant reminders of King Rama IX and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother. These meaningful tributes provide a rich educational experience, highlighting their monumental contributions to forest and water resource management during King Rama IX’s remarkable 70-year reign. His tireless and selfless devotion to his people remains etched in the hearts of Thais, nearly eight years after his passing on October 13, 2016.…
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Famous chefs introduced a culinary delight with a twist in Bang Khunthian district, Bangkok, on a sunny July 19th. Their star ingredient? The blackchin tilapia, a fish that’s causing quite a stir far beyond the frying pan. This effort is a part of a broader initiative by the government to curb the population of this invasive species. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul) Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has thrown down the gauntlet to the Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry, urging it to up its game in tackling the blackchin tilapia menace. Originally calling West Africa home, these fishes have found a new abode in Thailand’s waterways, much to the government’s chagrin. On a decisive Monday, the Prime Minister spoke candidly about the need to pinpoint how these unwelcome guests managed to spread far and wide. In the wake of this directive, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Thamanat Prompow swiftly rallied to Samut Sakhon. There, he…
A buzzworthy billboard promoting multinational passport and citizenship services in Chinese popped up at the Huai Khwang intersection recently, only to be hastily removed the following morning. (Photo: Pai Charudul Facebook account) The Thai government is cracking down hard on illegal Chinese businesses after a certain company’s audacious billboard in Bangkok ignited a firestorm on social media. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin laid down the law during a visit to the Huai Khwang police station, where he was tackling issues like loansharking and drug trafficking. With the area being a hotspot for Chinese tourists and expats, Mr. Srettha also instructed authorities to ferret out any dubious Chinese enterprises operating there. The controversy caught fire after Facebook user Pai Charudul posted a snapshot of the billboard on Sunday. In bold Chinese characters, the billboard touted rapid passport and citizenship services, promising emergency solutions and boasting of 100% legal operations. It even assured…
Khon Kaen, Thailand – The air was filled with anticipation and excitement as Mr. Siriwat Pinijpanich, Deputy Governor of Khon Kaen Province, took center stage to preside over the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of the new Bayer Vegetable Seeds Production Centre in Tambol Non Thon, Khon Kaen. This landmark event drew an impressive array of attendees including esteemed local government officials such as Mr. Chinnakon Kaenkong, District Chief of Amphur Muang Khon Kaen, and Mr. Weraphon Charoenpanit, Country Commercial Lead of Thailand, Cambodia, and Myanmar for Bayer Thai Co., Ltd. Also present were Mr. Mark Nash, Head of APAC Vegetable Seeds Production Supply, numerous Bayer Thai Co., Ltd. employees, and enthusiastic local growers, all eager to witness the dawn of a new era in agricultural innovation. The ceremony was more than just a formality; it marked the official beginning of an ambitious project with an eye set on completion in…
A picturesque view of Pattaya, located in the Chon Buri province, reveals a bustling city pulsating with life, but beneath its vibrant exterior, a tragic tale unfolded on a seemingly ordinary Monday morning. It was a day that began with the promise of adventure and respite for a Hong Kong police sergeant, only to end in unexpected tragedy. On this fateful morning, surveillance cameras captured the heart-wrenching moment the 48-year-old sergeant fell from a songthaew, an open-air truck taxi, as it made its way through South Pattaya. The footage, timestamped at 8:36 AM, showed the man losing his balance and tumbling from the back of the moving vehicle, landing heavily on the road. In the immediate aftermath, bystanders, shocked and alarmed, urgently called out to the songthaew driver to halt the vehicle. However, the driver, seemingly oblivious to the unfolding drama, continued on his route, unknowingly leaving chaos in his…
Senator Mongkol Surasajja, a former governor of Buri Ram, is heavily tipped to be chosen as the Senate Speaker when the Upper House gathers this Tuesday. This pivotal selection, along with choosing the two deputy Senate Speakers, will occur right after the swearing-in ceremony. The responsibility of presiding over the inaugural meeting has been entrusted to the most senior senator. An insider close to the matter revealed that Senator Mongkol enjoys the support of about 150 senators. These senators align with the “Blue” group, which is associated with the coalition ally Bhumjaithai Party, known for its distinctive blue color. Senator Mongkol’s political journey is closely intertwined with the influential “Ban Yai” political dynasty based in Buri Ram, a province that serves as the political heartbeat of the Bhumjaithai Party. The “Blue” group, recently convening to strategize for today’s meeting, appears poised in their unanimous decision to endorse Mongkol for the…
Something went tragically wrong at Yannawa Police Station in Bangkok. A 41-year-old man named Krit Thammol, known for his airport transfer services at Suvarnabhumi Airport, fell seriously ill and was wrongly accused of drunk driving by the authorities. The story began to unravel when Krit’s girlfriend, Ms Manao (who prefers her surname withheld), reached out to the Sai Mai Tong Rod Facebook page, hoping to shed light on what exactly happened that ill-fated day. Pol Col Ratthanont Ekthitikulpunt, the superintendent of Yannawa Police Station, acknowledged the severity of the incident. He revealed that Metropolitan Police Division 6 had constituted a special committee to unravel the mystery surrounding Krit’s untimely death. The tale took a heart-wrenching turn when Ms Manao recounted the sequence of that tragic day to journalists. Krit was in the midst of his routine, dropping off passengers at a hotel in Yannawa on July 13, when he was…
Chiang Rai experienced a heart-wrenching tragedy when a man heinously ended the life of a two-month-old baby after the infant’s mother rejected his demand for sex, as confirmed by local police on Monday. Pol Capt Pichit Chuamuangphan, the deputy chief of investigation at Wiang Kaen police station, recounted how officers swiftly navigated to a residence within Ban Huai Lang village in Tambon Tha Kham upon receiving the distressing call about a child’s murder. Upon arrival, officers were greeted by a harrowing scene: the lifeless body of a two-month-old girl lay on the ground floor, her tiny form bearing a grave head wound. Nearby, the child’s mother, known as Chanikan, aged 20, was engulfed in inconsolable sobs and piercing grief. In her statement to investigators, Chanikan outlined the dreadful sequence of events. It was around 2:30 PM on Sunday when she stepped outside to collect some clothes. Suddenly, Lee Sae Yang,…
In the small, serene village of Ban Huai Lang, nestled within the lush landscapes of Tambon Tha Kham, a horrifying crime has shocked the local community. On an otherwise ordinary day in Chiang Rai, an inconceivable tragedy unfolded that has left everyone in a state of profound grief. According to local police, a heinous act was committed by a man whose advances were brutally rejected by a young mother. Pol Capt Pichit Chuamuangphan, deputy chief of investigation at Wiang Kaen police station, provided heart-wrenching details of the event. On Monday, law enforcement officers hurried to the scene following a distress call about the murder of a child. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of a two-month-old girl on the ground floor of a modest home, her small head bearing a grievous wound. The child’s mother, known only as Chanikan, aged 20, was found nearby, overwhelmed with sorrow and tears.…
In a heart-wrenching sequence of events, authorities have initiated a probe into the tragic demise of a 41-year-old man, who succumbed while in police custody at Yannawa Police Station. The unfortunate incident took place after officers mistook his severe medical condition for intoxication. Pol Col Ratthanont Ekthitikulpunt, the head of Yannawa Police Station, recently announced that Metropolitan Police Division 6 has established a committee to delve into the case thoroughly. The story came to the public’s attention thanks to Ms. Manao (surname withheld), the girlfriend of the deceased, Krit Thammol. She reached out to the Sai Mai Tong Rod Facebook page, hoping to rally support and seek justice for her lost partner. Krit, who was known for his services as an airport transfer driver at Suvarnabhumi Airport, tragically suffered from an ischemic stroke. Pol Col Ratthanont disclosed that he had ordered an officer to make contact with Krit’s family. However,…