In the pre-dawn hush of Pathum Thani, a tense journey meant to save a young life took a tragic turn, leaving a community in shock and mourning. It was the kind of tale that starts with anxiety but quickly spirals into heartbreak, etched on the tarmac of the Pathum–Lat Lum Kaeo Road. There, under the indifferent glare of sparse streetlamps, a pickup truck mangled by impact bore mute witness to the evening’s dreadful events. The clock had barely ticked over to 1 a.m. when the incident unfolded, but the early hours were alive with urgency. Young Phat Sinsunthorn, a 26-year-old with nerves as steely as the chassis he commandeered, was racing against time and circumstance. His vehicle was laden with the worried and the wounded—his mission: to ferry a grievously injured two-year-old from Sam Khok to the comparative sanctuary of Pathum Thani Hospital. The child, having suffered a harrowing fall…
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The enchanting world of Korat Zoo just got a tad livelier and infinitely cuter with the birth of 11 baby Aldabra giant tortoises! A proud milestone for the zoo, nestled in tambon Chai Mongkhon, Muang district of Nakhon Ratchasima province, these tiny yet mighty hatchlings mark the first successful breeding of this formidable species in any Thai zoo. On a sun-drenched Sunday, 11 gleaming eggs gave way to a splendor of tiny Aldabra giants, each one boasting vigor and health, according to the beaming zoo director, Thanachon Kensingh. These newborns now embark on their life adventure, albeit with no labels to tell the little boys from the girls just yet. For now, they thrive under the watchful eyes of dedicated veterinarians and specialist keepers, pampered and protected in their nursery abode. Housing three impressive adult Aldabra giants — one dashing male and two stately females — Korat Zoo holds the…
In the heart of Buriram province, an unusual tale of temptation unfolded. Imagine a 36-year-old man, not destitute but rather comfortably supported by his family, cruising along in his four-door pickup truck one afternoon. Little did he know, his day would take a dramatic turn when he stumbled upon an irresistible lure—a motorcycle with the keys dangling invitingly from the ignition. It was just yesterday, May 20, when Police Colonel Adisak Chansorn, head of the Nong Hong Police Station, dispatched Deputy Superintendent, Police Lieutenant Colonel Suwat Nammongkol, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Panya Wannasuth, on a modern-day sleuthing mission. Their task? To track down the audacious suspect who had the nerve to snatch a motorcycle right from under the nose of its owner in front of a bustling wholesale shop in Nong Hong district. A classic case of “finders keepers,” or so he thought. Thanks to the ever-vigilant eye of surveillance…
Imagine if Hollywood made a blockbuster about a green reptilian uprising set against the beautiful backdrop of Thailand’s Khao Phraya Doen Dong Mountain. While the latest events may not inspire a dramatic film adaptation, the unfolding saga of iguana containment is fascinating in its own right! In the serene Phatthana Nikhom district of Lop Buri, these verdant wanderers have been causing quite a stir, prompting an intriguing response from wildlife officials that has communities buzzing with interest. Just last week, a dedicated team of wildlife officials were on a rather Herculean mission — capturing 94 of these stealthy iguanas. It’s like a green-scaled treasure hunt, but instead of doubloons, officials are after crop-munching lizards! Villagers, having voiced distress over their fields bearing the brunt of this reptilian infringement, finally found solace in the vigilant actions of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. As the agency’s director-general, Autthapol…
Ah, the saga of Thailand’s elusive submarine deal! Like an epic drama unfolding under the sea, it finally reaches a crescendo—will it sink into the depths of forgotten projects or surface triumphantly as a savior of sunk investments? Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has been navigating these turbulent waters, pointing toward a decision by month’s end or early June. This isn’t just a decision about budgets; it’s about national pride, strategic partnerships, and untangling a vast web spun with the finest silk of bureaucracy and international diplomacy. This maritime mystery started back in 2017, with a flourish of signatures binding Thailand and China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Co. in a 13.5 billion baht pact. The pièce de résistance of the contract? A German-made diesel engine, hailed as the heart of the submarine! But alas, Germany tightened its grip on exports due to the EU’s arms embargo on China, an unforeseen ripple…
In the vibrant tapestry of Southeast Asia, there’s never a dull moment, and the latest news headlines from Thailand and its neighbors are certainly testament to that. In today’s scoops, Alex and Jay dive deep into a medley of astounding stories that span from scandal to pride, weaving through legal entanglements and cultural commemorations, guaranteeing an inquisitive readership is left both informed and entertained. Our first headline-worthy story originates from the picturesque landscapes of Georgia, where a British teen, Bella Culley, finds herself embroiled in serious legal trouble. Bella embarked on what was expected to be an exciting solo adventure through Thailand. Alas, instead of selfies in scenic locales, she now faces a potentially life-altering saga after being discovered with a massive stash of cannabis. The 18-year-old, visibly distressed and pregnant, was caught red-handed at Tbilisi airport with 12kg of marijuana and an additional 2kg of hashish. Her family, unable…
In a disconcerting turn of events, the pristine beauty of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai now masks an alarming environmental issue as unsafe levels of heavy metals have insidiously seeped into the Kok, Mekong, and Sai rivers. It’s like a whodunit mystery, but the potential culprit resides outside Thailand’s borders – environmental pollution whisking its way like an uninvited guest, leaving a toxic calling card. These findings surfaced after a dedicated team of environmental officials, led by Health Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Weerawut Imsamran, embarked on a mission to uncover what was lurking beneath the otherwise tranquil waters. It all unraveled on that fateful first two days of May, when the team dived into an aquatic inquiry, probing the waters with their sophisticated equipment. At every point they examined, arsenic and lead were hiding in plain sight, particularly rampant in spots spread across both the northern provinces. If you were…
In a tale that seems straight out of a crime novel, a 45-year-old gentleman from Nakhon Pathom, known by the name Sombat or just “Toh” to his friends—or perhaps suspects—has been apprehended for his alleged involvement in a series of rather daring thefts across Samut Prakan. His cunning ruse? Disguising himself as an unsuspecting do-gooder, feeding stray cats while secretly pilfering prized possessions from unsuspecting residents. Intrigued? Oh, it gets better. The whole operation was orchestrated under the watchful eyes of Police Colonel Yodrak Kittilappanarath, the deputy superintendent at Mueang Samut Prakan Police Station. Under his leadership, a strategic arrest was made on the rather sticky morning of May 20th. Our protagonist—or antagonist, depending on where you stand—was nabbed right in the motorcycle parking area of Bon Kai Community Housing nestled in Pathum Wan district. There they found a Yamaha Grand Filano motorcycle, its identity obscured by the absence of…
After years that felt like an eternity of bureaucratic quagmire and anticipation, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is finally set to upgrade Bangkok’s Inland Container Depot in Lat Krabang—a project valued at a whopping 40 billion baht. The green light being given for this makeover is a sigh of relief that couldn’t have come sooner. On May 15, a significant turning point was reached when the SRT board gave a nod to an exhaustive study mapping the project’s future. The insights from this study had one resounding recommendation: a public-private partnership (PPP) built on a net cost model. Under this scheme, a private operator will take the helm of revenue collection, sharing the spoils with the state, all in a splendid effort to shake the project out of its slumber. SRT governor Veeris Ammarapala has confirmed a shimmer on the horizon—a contract is expected to be inked later this…
In the wee hours of the morning in Chon Buri’s Ban Bueng district, an electrifying high-speed chase that seemed straight out of an action movie sent shockwaves through the quiet streets. It involved a motorcyclist who appeared to be channeling a stuntman, tailing a Honda Jazz with relentless determination under the shroud of night. It was around 1:30 AM when gunfire echoed ominously through the Nong Sam Sak area, prompting the local police to converge on the scene after receiving frantic calls about the unfolding chaos. The police discovered remnants of the nocturnal drama—a bumper from a white Honda Jazz, a lonely black mobile phone, 17 spent bullet casings, and a bullet head adorned the asphalt, telling tales of danger and daring. The scenario painted a vivid picture of audacity and fear. A local TV repairman, who had unknowingly landed front-row seats to this adrenaline-fueled spectacle, recounted the events with…