It seemed like any other bustling day in the Phan Thong district of Chon Buri province, but as the sun beamed down on Friday, a dramatic incident unfolded at a factory building, sending ripples throughout the community and raising eyebrows amongst industry experts. As investigators combed through the debris of the partially collapsed structure, a familiar name glinted amongst the rubble. Steel bars branded “Sky” were once again at the heart of controversy. As Industry Minister Akanat Promphan highlighted through social media, these steel bars were produced by Xin Ke Yuan Steel Co., a company with a checkered past. The situation was more than just a misfortune—it was a pattern. The same brand had been implicated in an earlier structural failure of a government building in Bangkok—a collapse that had left in its wake questions about accountability and safety standards. The Phan Thong collapse wasn’t as catastrophic as some might…
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In a spirited effort to bolster ties and foster mutual admiration, Bangkok recently rolled out the red carpet for a high-profile visit to introduce Guizhou province through the lenses of tourism, economics, and geography. The meeting took place in the revered Amornpiman Room at Bangkok City Hall, nestled in the historic Phra Nakhon district. This gathering unfolded amidst hopes of weaving a robust tapestry of friendship and collaboration between these two vibrant regions. Bangkok’s illustrious governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, candidly noted that while Bangkok has cultivated sister-city relations with over a dozen Chinese cities, a formal bond with Guizhou is still on the horizon. This meeting was hailed as a beacon for further deepening such ties. With stars in his eyes, Chadchart extolled the virtues of Guizhou’s captivating natural splendor and its turbocharged economic ascent, eagerly anticipating the exchange of insights, especially as Bangkok eyes expanding its own economic frontiers, notably…
During her recent visit, the Permanent Secretary embarked on a whirlwind tour of the schools, meticulously inspecting every nook and cranny with a sharp eye fixed on cleanliness and hygiene. The canteens gleamed under her scrutiny, cooperative stores were assessed with precision, and even the utensils did not escape her attention. Engaging with school staff, she listened intently to the myriad challenges faced in day-to-day operations and offered sage advice to ensure the wheels of education turned smoothly and effectively for students. The visit wasn’t merely a formal inspection, though. It transformed into an interactive experience brimming with cultural and moral undertakings. In a vibrant display of creativity, she observed a fascinating hat-dyeing demonstration that brought colors to life. With equal reverence, she paid homage to the school’s Buddha statue, a serene, silent witness to the activities of the day. As morning sunlit rays beamed down, she took part in…
In the typically serene village of Ban Yang En, nestled within the Mueang Thap Mon, Khao Chamao district, an unforeseen twist of fate recently brought unexpected exuberance. May 16 marked an unforgettable day as the lottery results unveiled the winning number, 251309, bestowing an astonishing fortune upon the village’s beloved restaurateur, On Phakdeengam. Renowned for her delectable braised chicken noodles and savory pork leg rice, 49-year-old On’s destiny took an exhilarating turn when her two first-prize lottery tickets transformed into a 12-million-baht windfall. The genesis of On’s surprising good fortune is a story as whimsical as it is remarkable. “Around a month ago,” On recollected, her voice a harmonious blend of disbelief and elation, “my nephew was delivering durians when a wheel from his vehicle unexpectedly detached. Bizarrely, the runaway wheel found refuge atop my relative’s house, whose address serendipitously ended in 309. The number stuck with me.” Her initial…
As the afternoon sun bade farewell on this bustling Friday, Chadchart took to the streets to provide an update on the atmospheric antics playing out over Bangkok. With the weather seemingly synchronized to arrive just as the city hit rush hour — coupled with the first day back to school, no less — it was an evening poised for high drama and soggy shoes. A formidable tempest had already unleashed its watery wrath earlier on, draping the city in sheets of rain. The starring role this wet afternoon went to the Bang Na district, boasting itself as the recipient of a drenching 62 millimetres of rainfall over a rather sodden three-hour span. With another round of showers queuing up for their curtain call later in the evening, it was an appropriate time to advise everyone to finetune their travel plans. Mother Nature cast her damp net over Bang Na and…
In a world where political drama never takes a day off, the saga between Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party and its coalition companion, Bhumjaithai, has intensified, leaving the nation glued to its screens and papers. Like a long-running soap opera whose plot thickens with every episode, the rift between these political titans is only getting juicier, and observers are eagerly watching to see what will happen next. For over two years, this dynamic duo has managed to smooth over their marital spats, but the cracks are now starting to show. Remember when Bhumjaithai spearheaded the cannabis legalization, only for Pheu Thai to waltz in and try to reverse the decision under Srettha Thavisin’s governance? That was just a teaser. The next scene featured a thriller plot involving the double majority vote rule dilemma and a divisive casino bill that had Pheu Thai gambling on political fortunes, while Bhumjaithai folded its arms.…
In a scene worthy of a thriller novel, the quiet humdrum of a Pattaya day was violently shattered, leaving both locals and tourists in shock. The unexpected drama unfolded around 5pm on May 16, 2025, when Lieutenant Pakan Pobnan, Deputy Investigation Officer at Pattaya City Police Station, received a disturbing call that would set off a chain of events, still unraveling. Imagine this: A parking lot opposite the Pattaya Provincial Court on Thappraya Road—a place typically bustling with the comings and goings of mundane judiciary proceedings—transformed into a crime scene. There, amidst spilled documents and echoing footsteps, lay Andrew, a 36-year-old British national, battling for his life. His surroundings mimicked a horror tableau; blood pooling ominously, painting a gruesome picture. His face bore a ghastly 10-centimetre slash, complemented by a vicious chest wound, an abdominal stab, and fingers nearly severed—an undeniable indication of the ferocity of the attack. Andrew’s cries…
The political landscape in Thailand is nothing short of a tantalizing drama, complete with unexpected twists and turns that could rival any soap opera. At the heart of this whirlwind is none other than the open sparring between the governing Pheu Thai Party and its chief coalition ally, Bhumjaithai. This simmering tension has sent observers into a tizzy, closely watching what seems to be an unravelling partnership fraught with disputes over policy, influence, and power. Picture this: after more than two years of working together, Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai find themselves in a relationship crisis that has all the hallmarks of a celebrity breakup. It’s not just this season’s hiccups; these two have navigated choppy waters before. Remember the cannabis legalization brouhaha initiated by Bhumjaithai that Pheu Thai tried to curb without much success during Srettha Thavisin’s reign? Or how about the fiery debates regarding changes to the referendum law…
Batten down the hatches and brace yourselves, as Thailand faces an impending downpour that may just redefine the term “wet season.” The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm, highlighting the risk of heavy rains and potential flash floods across 12 provinces. With landslides and forest runoffs lurking in the shadows, vigilance has become the order of the day, particularly in North Thailand, the central region, the northeast, and the South. Yesterday, a ripple of urgency coursed through the corridors of the Geohazard Operations Centre under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Tasked with keeping calamities at bay, the Centre rallied its network of volunteers, urging them to be on high alert. This weather vigilance isn’t some casual affair; it’s laser-focused on several provinces: Tak, Phetchabun, and Sukhothai in North Thailand; Lopburi in Central Thailand; Chaiyaphum, Loei, Nong Khai, and Udon Thani in the Northeast; and Chumphon, Phang…
As the sun dipped below the horizon on a drizzly Friday evening, Bang Na-Trat Road in Samut Prakan transformed into a sea of static taillights. A cacophony of honking horns filled the damp air as motorists found themselves trapped in a daunting traffic quagmire that seemed more like a parking lot than a passageway. The scene was almost cinematic—tens of kilometers long and photographed from above by a drone, it resembled a glittering serpent snaking through the urban landscape. In reality, however, it was a nerve-wracking gridlock caused by relentless rain, striking right in the heart of rush hour around 5pm. The chaos unfolded near the infamous kilometre marker 19, where Theparat Road once thrived, in the bustling district of Bang Phli. The drone’s eye in the sky, capturing both city-bound and outbound cringe-worthy tangles of vehicles, revealed the magnitude of the snarl. Even minor roads feeding into this highway…