If ever there was a scandal to shake the tranquil foundations of the serene Wat Rai Khing Temple nestled in Nakhon Pathom, this was surely it! The picturesque temple, renowned for its spiritual solace and historical significance, turned into a whirlwind of controversy as investigative headlines of embezzlement and online gambling ricocheted across Thailand. Pol Maj Gen Charoonkiat Pankaew, the brilliant and meticulous deputy commissioner of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), was front and center, briefing reporters amidst a backdrop of meticulously filed evidence. Enter Ekkapot Phukhang, previously known as Phra Maha Ekkapot Phukhang—a figure once revered in the robes of monkhood before becoming ensnared in this gripping tale of deceit. On a perfectly ordinary Friday morning, shoppers at the bustling Lotus shopping mall in Nakhon Pathom would have scarcely expected a dramatic police operation to unfold before their eyes. Crime Suppression Division police, executing a well-coordinated sting, apprehended Ekkapot,…
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On a fine day in Yasothon’s Kham Khuen Kaeo district, Thailand’s buzzworthy Minister of Public Health, Somsak Thepsutin, addressed a significant health concern, one that uniquely straddles the bureaucratic and the everyday. Speaking from Kham Khuen Kaeo Hospital, Minister Somsak found himself at the crossroads of public outcry as a civic network brought forth a pressing issue involving universal healthcare subscribers. This group, led by the impassioned Thanapon Dokkaew, the spearheading spirit behind the Kidney Friends Association of Thailand (KFAT), fired a petition at the Public Health Ministry’s doorstep. Why? A game of patience that no patient had signed up for: the elusive referral documents. According to the network, this was no trivial document delay but a bona fide crisis obstructing healthcare for numerous Bangkok residents. Imagine this: you’re in need of specialized care—your local clinic can’t hold a candle to the advanced treatment necessary. The catch? A piece of…
In what can only be described as a nerve-wracking saga unfolding in the pulsating heart of Thailand, a whirlwind of high drama is gripping the infrastructure sector. Imagine this: as sunlight spills over Bangkok’s bustling streets today, a torrid legal storm is set in motion. It’s a showdown that reads like a thriller, complete with business tycoons, corrupted blueprints, and a building serving as the pivot of an unfolding mystery. Right at the core of this narrative stands Premchai Karnasuta, the chairman of Italian-Thai Development. As this prominent figure navigates the corridors of Bang Sue Police Station, he walks a fine line between opulence and infamy, facing a parade of flashing cameras and an avalanche of legal troubles. But he is not alone. A whopping 17 arrest warrants loom over an entourage of directors, engineers, and executives entangled in the calamity sparked by the catastrophic collapse of the State Audit…
In a dramatic turn of events in the serene province of Rayong, Thailand, a series of police raids has uncovered a labyrinth of deceit involving both Thai and Chinese nationals. The authorities were in hot pursuit of a treacherous money laundering syndicate that was deeply enmeshed with a notorious scamming operation. Over two tense operations, taking place on April 8 and then again on May 7, law enforcement nabbed 31 individuals linked to this nefarious network, thereby thwarting an international web of monetized treachery. As if a scene ripped from a thriller, the police didn’t just find a conveyor belt of monetary misdemeanors. Within the ominous walls of the gang’s hideaways, officials rescued distressed individuals, victims coerced into becoming financial puppets for the criminal organization. These captives were not there voluntarily. They were ensnared into complicity, their faces unwantonly utilized for opening mule accounts—designed to feel human touch only at…
In a stunning caper that could rival the plot of an action-thriller, an audacious burglar made a thoroughly daring escape with a horde of luxury items and sacred artifacts during an audacious daylight heist on a home in Thalang, leaving a community in disarray and disbelief. The grand theft unfolded yesterday at around 3:20 p.m., on May 15, within the serene enclave of Phanasanthi 3, nestled in Village 8, Srisoonthorn subdistrict, Thalang district, Phuket. The notorious breach into what was presumed a peaceful sanctuary has sent shockwaves through the neighborhood, with Thalang Police immediately rallying to unravel the bewildering mystery. The initial alarm was raised by Phonphop Chumwan, a vigilant 45-year-old neighbor, who noticed the back door of Thitiphan Bunthrik’s house inexplicably ajar. With a gut feeling that something was amiss, Phonphop reached out to Thitiphan, who confirmed no visitors had been authorized to enter his abode. This prompted Phonphop…
Janprapa Vichitcholchai, the ever-composed Deputy Director of the Thai Red Cross Fund Raising Bureau, graciously accepted a donation from a diverse cohort of organizations, including representatives of ATA IT, AWS Thailand, Bitkub Group, the British Embassy Bangkok, and Omise. These organizations, despite their different realms, joined hands for a cause that shook not just Myanmar but resonated all the way to Bangkok. It was an unmissable Saturday on the 26th of April when camaraderie took center stage at Polo Football Park, with an electrifying charity football tournament. This event, a splendid blend of kicks and goals, aimed much higher than scoring in nets — it sought to offer relief and solace to those affected by the mighty M7.7 earthquake that rocked Myanmar in March. As tremors reached the lively streets of Bangkok, they invoked a unity that powered donations exceeding THB 40,000, which were officially received by the Thai Red…
Who needs movie premieres and red carpets when you’ve got the exhilarating atmosphere of a stock market debut? On May 15th, 2025, Bangkok witnessed the financial equivalent of a blockbuster release when Tidlor Holdings Public Company Limited, now emblazoned on the ticker as TIDLOR, strutted onto the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) to an eagerly awaiting audience of investors. Having recently reshaped itself into a holding company, Tidlor Holdings was met with enthusiastic applause, as its shares closed at a stunning 56.25% increase, hitting THB 15 on their maiden trading day! The promising opening act wasn’t just luck, as the analysts were already warming up for an encore. Maybank Securities (Thailand) (MST), the ever-vigilant financial watchmen, bellowed a resounding “Buy!” Their fervor was backed by a target price of THB 22—a vision they justified by spotlighting Tidlor’s enhanced asset quality, enviable risk-adjusted returns, and the iron-clad strength of their loan…
In a twist of events that seems almost too dramatic to be true, Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, the once-revered abbot of Wat Rai Khing, now finds himself at the epicenter of a scandal that has rocked the serene province of Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. At 70 years young, the former spiritual leader, affectionately known as “Chao Khun Yaem,” has traded his saffron robes for a white cloth, marking his official disrobement in a ceremony as intense as it was somber. The cause? Alleged embezzlement of a staggering 300 million baht from the temple’s sacred funds to fuel an online gambling spree that would put a high-roller to shame. The drama unfolded like a scene from a thrilling crime novel. Just as Bangkok’s finest were gearing up to slap an arrest warrant on their prime suspect, Yaem Inkrungkao—Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat’s lay name—made the surprise move of turning himself in to the authorities. His…
In the mesmerizing city of Pattaya, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and bustling shores, an unexpected drama unfolded beneath the Naklua Bridge, igniting a series of events that captured both alarm and intrigue. On a seemingly ordinary afternoon, veiling serenity was disrupted by the unsettling haze of smoke winding its way through the neighborhood, triggering a cascade of reactions that transformed a typical day into a tale worthy of urban legend. It was May 15, when dawn had leisurely turned into an unassuming afternoon, and residents near the bustling Sukhumvit Road began sensing an ominous threat brewing underneath their feet. What initially appeared to be a run-of-the-mill urban smokefest quickly escalated into community-wide alertness as swirls of thick, relentless smoke belched forth, coupling with the unwelcoming scent of burning wires. This unsettling blend of sensory chaos prompted the neighborhood to sound the alarm, each resident’s mind flitting to worst-case scenarios—an…
In the bustling, lively expanse of Bangkok, those often trapped in the city’s notorious congestion may soon find a much-anticipated reprieve, thanks to an exciting collaboration that merges human ingenuity with technological prowess. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced its partnership with none other than the tech giant Google. Together, they’re embarking on a journey to transform the way the city’s traffic lights operate through an ambitious venture called ‘Project Green Light’. This initiative seeks to employ artificial intelligence to smoothen the labyrinthine traffic snarls that have long been a hallmark of Bangkok’s bustling streets. By optimizing the timing of traffic lights at critical junctions, the plan is to ease the flow of vehicles, thereby reducing both driver frustration and roadside emissions. It’s as if Bangkok is orchestrating a symphony of streetlights, with AI as the conductor. At the heart of this project lies a sophisticated blend of AI…