Posts published in “Thailand”

In the peaceful locales of Chon Buri, a grim narrative unfolds involving a mother, her son, and a heinous crime that has left the community in utter shock. The sinister plot, intricately woven between a mother and her 30-year-old son, saw the lifeless body of 52-year-old Wachara unearthed from a fertilizer sack in a remote woodland, days after his brutal demise. Wachara, renowned as a diligent security guard hailing from Pak Tho district in the Ratchaburi province, vanished from his routine life only to be discovered in a forest near a road in Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri. The authorities, equipped with identification documents found with the body, wasted no time delving into this grim mystery. The body, deteriorating from exposure, suggested that Wachara’s life had been brutally cut short three to four days prior to his discovery on the evening of March 5. Under the keen scrutiny of Huay…

The Lufthansa Group is setting its sights on a significant expansion into the Asian market, with a specific emphasis on Thailand. Carsten Spohr, the chief executive officer, sees Thailand not just as a haven for tourists but as a burgeoning hotspot for business ventures. With the increasing demand for cargo and the Asia-Pacific region developing rapidly into a hub for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, the Lufthansa Group is eager to broaden its horizons in these sectors. Lufthansa Technik, a key player in the MRO market, is already working with the Royal Thai Air Force and is on the lookout for new partnerships within Thailand. The allure of Bangkok, the throbbing heart of Thailand, continues to captivate Lufthansa’s airline operations, bolstered by an impressive offering of over 10,000 seats each week across 27 flights from Europe. This includes a new route from Rome operated by ITA Airways, in which…

Picture a sunny Sunday afternoon, with the distant sound of soccer cheers fading into a tense silence as the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling football field in Nonthaburi, near Bangkok, suddenly took an unexpected turn. In a startling incident that could have easily been lifted from a tense crime drama, a sharp-eyed security guard named Hammueyoh Awae stumbled upon what initially seemed like an ordinary day at work, only to unravel a rather unsettling discovery. Amidst the whistleblowing referees and the sprinting soccer enthusiasts, Hammueyoh, a dedicated 35-year-old security team leader, found himself in pursuit of a peeping Tom. His instincts kicked in when a flustered player, fresh off the field and cooling off with a shower, spotted something truly unusual. A cell phone’s prying lens had breached his personal space, disrupting his peaceful rinse. Alarmed, he wasted no time and reported the incident to Hammueyoh, setting off a chain…

In a chilling turn of events that seem ripped from the pages of a thriller, a man allegedly torched his own home while his wife and grandchild were still inside, before making a hasty getaway. The heartbroken wife, Sunan Chanthapram, unable to grasp the gravity of the situation, tearfully recounted how her husband had frequently made such threats, yet, she never believed he would act on them. The night of March 5th was anything but ordinary for the residents of Village 19, Ban Don Sanam, in the Nong Han district of Udon Thani. As the clock struck 9 PM, a call that would set the town abuzz with disbelief was placed to the police station. Police Lieutenant Piyanat Akkaraphumphol, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at the Nong Han Police Station, swiftly received the report of the blaze consuming house number 6. Positioned in the quaint and often quiet Nong Han Subdistrict,…

In the vibrant heart of Thailand’s tourist haven, the stunning island of Phuket, where pristine beaches meet the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, a somber mystery unfolded that has left many pondering the often unpredictable dance between nature and mortality. The story centers around a serene stretch of sand, ever-popular Kata Beach—a paradise offering golden sun and azure waves, yet on this particular day, it held a different tale. As the sun ascended to its zenith on a typical, sun-drenched Wednesday morning, an elderly traveler, Karen Pai from Canada, ventured onto the sands with a keen eye for tranquility and perhaps a book in hand. Her choice of spot was strategic, perfect for anyone wishing to indulge in the soothing lullaby of nature and the whispered promises of a peaceful day under the sun. Little did onlookers know that this simple act would crescendo into tragedy. Noppadon, a passerby…

In the twilight world where cultural rhythms echo near the Malaysian-Thai border, Wan Norshaheeda Azlin Wan Ismail, 30, known in the hearts of many as Eda Ezrin, sets the stage alight with her exhilarating interpretations of dikir barat music. Her enchanting voice dances through the minds of her fans, transcending the confines of northern Malaysia and southern Thailand. Yet, this musical luminary found herself in the unexpected spotlight of courtroom drama in the Narathiwat Provincial Court. As reported by the New Straits Times and Malaysia Gazette, Eda Ezrin and her five companions were recently acquitted of the serious charge of drug procession. Instead, the court found them guilty of the lesser charge of drug consumption. The discovery stunned her fan base, as news trickled down that one of Malaysia’s beloved were entangled in legal troubles – and all eyes turned to the unfolding legal spectacle. According to The Sun’s findings,…

In a world brimming with unpredictability, IRPC stands resilient, spearheading a dual mission rooted in efficiency and innovation. As global markets quiver with uncertainties, IRPC’s strategic focus remains unwavering—optimizing operations, embracing expansive capabilities, and weaving digital technology into their very fabric to fuel sustainable expansion. With an adept command over petroleum, petrochemicals, ports, and real estate sectors, IRPC is adeptly sculpting its path to meet the ever-evolving market demands, all while staunchly upholding a pledge to environmental and social stewardship. Strategic Growth and Innovation Guiding IRPC through these tumultuous waters is Terdkiat Prommool, the insightful President and CEO of IRPC Public Co., Ltd. His vision charts a course through present challenges, steering towards opportunities alight with energy material innovation. The company remains steadfast in its pursuit of a net-zero goal, striving to harmonize business escalation with ecological and societal responsibility. A testament to this ambition is the Ultra Clean Fuel…

The countdown to the conclusion of the Home for Thais initiative is ticking away, as registration is set to wrap up this month. Deputy Transport Minister Surapong Piyachote recently confirmed this development, signaling next month’s property owner lottery as the next phase in this ambitious project aimed at providing affordable housing. This initiative, launched on January 17, has seen a wave of interest, drawing registrations from about 350,000 hopeful applicants. However, after the dust settled and the initial qualification screening took place, roughly 140,000 applicants managed to meet the criteria set by the Government Housing Bank (GHB), qualifying them for the housing loans that form part of this bold scheme. The first phase of registration is winding down, with a sense of urgency gripping prospective homeowners as they zealously check their eligibility and finalize their paperwork. With demand outnumbering supply, a lottery system, managed by the Government Lottery Office (GLO),…