In a city bustling with political intrigue, the Pullman King Power Hotel on Rangnam Road became the unlikely stage for a riveting drama yesterday. Eyes were set on an eagerly anticipated, albeit secretive, rendezvous between Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the enigmatic political heavy-weight Newin Chidchob of the Bhumjaithai Party. The catch? Thaksin was a no-show, leaving many journalists who had flocked to the venue since early afternoon scratching their heads and exchanging puzzled glances. On the ground, a sprinkle of hope simmered among the crowd comprising eager reporters from countless media outlets. Everyone was on tenterhooks, hoping to glean the slightest hint of resolution to the whispered tensions between the Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties. The clock ticked closer to 7 PM, and yet, there was no sign of Thaksin gracing the scene. The absence of the former Prime Minister who has never been one to dodge…
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Prepare to be amazed and astounded by the incredible situation unfolding in Thailand—a land now besieged by an overwhelming tsunami of scam calls and fraudulent SMS messages. According to the jaw-dropping annual report by Gogolook Thailand—a veritable powerhouse in trust technology and the brains behind the formidable Whoscall anti-scam app—2024 witnessed an astounding 168 million reported scamming attempts. Hold onto your hats, folks, because this is no ordinary tale; it’s about to take you on a roller-coaster ride through the wild world of scam artistry! In this age of rapid technological advancements, crafty con artists have truly found their stride, juggling generative AI technologies to orchestrate a web of deception that rivals the trickiest magic shows. The sly culprits specialize in impersonation fraud, intricate financial trickery, and devilish data breaches. Armed with honey-laced words and devious links, these charlatans lure unsuspecting victims into their meticulously woven traps through enticing phone…
In a chilling tale of workplace animosity turned tragic, a young employee’s grievances led to an unthinkable act of violence at a bustling Bangkok shopping mall. On the night of Sunday, February 23, the serene closing hours of an electronics store on the mall’s fifth floor were shattered when 27-year-old Sorrasak Borklom allegedly inflicted a fatal attack on his manager, Prayot Yamphum. The manager, aged 40, was reportedly alone, immersed in finishing his day’s work. In a flash of fury, Sorrasak targeted him with relentless precision, aiming fatal blows to the chest, back, and neck. Upon apprehension, Sorrasak claimed his actions were fueled by betrayal and slander. He accused Prayot of orchestrating commission fraud and maligning his name to colleagues. The scene was soon swarmed by authorities, who detained Sorrasak at the site, leading him away for interrogation at the Pathum Wan Police Station. The grim news spread rapidly, reaching…
Hold onto your umbrellas and brace yourselves, because the skies over Thailand are about to put on quite the show! The Thai Meteorological Department has sounded the alarm, unveiling a weather drama worthy of a blockbuster. With storms and gusts set to swirl through 46 provinces, including the vibrant heart of Bangkok, it’s time to prepare for a meteorological spectacle for the ages. As the heavens let loose, 60% of these regions will be drenched with heavy rain, and Mother Nature, in all her theatrical glory, isn’t holding back on the theatrics. Flash floods? Check. Lightning bolts slicing the sky? Check. Winds strong enough to make a kite blush? You bet. The stage is set, folks, especially in the north and northeast. Here, a cold high-pressure front from China is throwing down with the moist air masses from the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, resulting in a…
Exciting news is on the horizon for low-income individuals and vulnerable groups in Thailand as the government prepares to open registration for a fresh round of state welfare cards. Set to commence next month, this initiative aims to extend support to more people than ever before, with a generous financial aid package of 1,545 baht per month. It’s been two years since the last round of registration, held from September 5 to October 31, 2022, and the anticipation is palpable. To qualify for this state-sponsored lifeline, applicants need to meet a string of criteria – ten, to be exact. The basics? You must be a Thai national aged 18 years or older. However, that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Your individual annual income can’t exceed 100,000 baht, and guess what, the family’s income averaged per head must also stick to this threshold. Another line in the sand is the…
In the bustling tropical paradise of Phuket, where sun-kissed beaches meet vibrant nightlife, an intriguing tale of mischief and daring was recently woven. On what seemed like a typical night in the lively district of Muang, drama unfolded with a gripping twist that could easily rival a scene from an action-packed thriller. As the clock inched closer to midnight, the serene ambiance around the Khao Rang Place Hotel was suddenly disrupted. At precisely 11:26 PM, a scuffle involving four audacious individuals reached its peak outside the famed establishment, casting a sense of unease through the warm Phuket air. These four men, like shadows in the night, were reportedly caught in the thick of a dubious extortion scheme. Parked conspicuously outside the hotel was a Volkswagen van, seemingly harmless yet secretly holding the stage for this unfolding drama. Inside, amidst tension and adrenaline, sat two Vietnamese gentlemen, Van Trung Phan, a…
As the early morning sun cast long shadows over Narathiwat airport, the air buzzed with anticipation. Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, stepping onto the tarmac, carried with him a complex legacy and the weighty hopes of a region yearning for peace. Accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Pol Col Tawee Sodsong, this visit was not just a symbolic gesture—it was a decisive step towards addressing the tangled web of issues facing Thailand’s deep South. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham, a pivotal figure in the current cabinet and a staunch advocate for peace, echoed Thaksin’s sentiments on the critical need to restore tranquility during the sacred month of Ramadan. As reverberations of hope mingled with cautious optimism, Phumtham reiterated the necessity for cooperation from neighboring countries such as Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesia. He cited Thaksin’s belief that there is indeed “light at the end of the tunnel,” with…
In a refreshing turn of events, residents of the bustling metropolis of Bangkok awoke to a breath of fresh air — quite literally. As the sun peeked over the horizon on this fine Tuesday morning, the skies over all 50 districts of Bangkok were painted in shades of “green” and “yellow,” signifying air quality that ranged from good to moderate. This welcome report came from none other than the vigilant Air Quality Information Centre of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), the city’s frontline sentinel in the battle for cleaner air. The centre’s data for the day revealed an average PM2.5 level dancing at a mere 20.6 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m³) throughout the city — comfortably below Thailand’s stipulation of a 37.5 µg/m³ norm over a three-hour morning watch from 5am to 7am. Just yesterday, the reading was a loftier 30.95 µg/m³. This significant decrease has the city heaving collective…
The buzz around the world has suddenly tilted towards a fresh chapter in the world of viruses. In a revelation that has piqued curiosity and evoked a sigh of relief simultaneously, the Ministry of Public Health recently confirmed the existence of a novel coronavirus—HKU5-CoV-2. This diagnosis emerged from the stalwart laboratories tucked away in China, more precisely, the prestigious Wuhan Institute of Virology. Though this revelation might ring an ominous bell reminiscent of past pandemics, the authorities assure that there’s no need for any panic at this juncture, as this virus hasn’t made its mark on the human populace—just yet. Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, the venerable Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, has stepped forward like a knight in shining armor for the information-hungry masses. He carved out the crucial distinction that HKU5-CoV-2, despite being a potential show-stealer, isn’t a reborn villain or a mutant menace. It belongs to…
Imagine this: a serene evening on Pattaya’s Krating Lai Beach, the gentle waves lapping the shore and a cool breeze weaving through the palm trees. The vibe is calm and idyllic until it isn’t. Emerging from the tranquility is a rather unexpected commotion that has set the local rumor mill alight—a couple engaging in a passionate, but decidedly public, display of affection. It all started with Bew, an 18-year-old local enjoying a chill evening with friends by the beach. They deliberately chose a spot among other beachgoers for safety. Little did they anticipate that their peaceful gathering would be disrupted by sounds that could rival a primetime drama. Convinced something was wrong, the group ventured closer to the source of the cries, only to stumble upon a half-dressed foreign duo who’d temporarily relocated their hotel room to the rocky shores of Krating Lai. Now, one might assume that the embrace…