In the bustling heart of Bangkok, where the fusion of street food aromas tantalizes every visitor’s senses, a concerted effort is underway to tackle the city’s drainage woes. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has set its sights on an ambitious new initiative, calling on the city’s vast network of eateries to lend a hand in the battle against clogged sewers. On an otherwise ordinary Wednesday, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt rolled up his sleeves and ventured into the spirited chaos of Talat Phlu Market in Thon Buri. This market, renowned for its vibrant street food scene, became the backdrop for the governor’s crusade against drainage inefficiency as he keenly inspected the ongoing sewer cleaning efforts. Governor Chadchart finds himself at the helm of a city housing about 20,000 licensed eateries, each an indispensable part of Bangkok’s culinary identity. Yet, with great flavor comes great responsibility, and the governor called upon these…
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Picture this: a picturesque summer day in Khon Kaen province unexpectedly turned into a riveting, albeit chaotic, symphony of rain and wind. As one unfortunate house lost part of its mighty roof to the rampaging storm, nature’s orchestra played on, livening the Muang district’s usual serenity with its tempestuous tunes. Meanwhile, far from this commotion, residents of Bangkok and the surrounding areas find themselves in the crosshairs of their own impending weather drama. The relentless pursuit of storms promises to cast a dramatic spell over Greater Bangkok for two days, starting this Friday. The revered pundits of the Meteorological Department, with their eyes keenly observing every cloud’s whisper, forewarn a dance of thunderstorms that will dollop the city and its satellites with both rain and vigorous winds. This news swoops in on the wings of a Wednesday briefing, cautioning that the metropolitan hustle and neighboring provinces are just a handful…
In a poignant moment captured and shared by the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok, an image emerged showing a Uyghur man joyfully reunited with his family in the bustling city of Kashgar, Xinjiang, on February 27th. His journey from long-term detention in a foreign land to the warmth of familial embrace marked a new chapter in a story fraught with international tension and diplomatic intricacies. This poignant reunion set the stage for an upcoming diplomatic visit scheduled for March 18th, when Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister, Phumtham Wechayachai, accompanied by Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong, is set to tour Xinjiang. Their mission? To assess the well-being of 40 Uyghur men who had been recently deported to China following their protracted confinement in Thailand, spanning over a decade. Mr. Phumtham stood firm on the Thai government’s stance regarding the controversial deportation, emphasizing that the action adhered strictly to international law. Nonetheless, this move on…
Once upon a time, in the colorful landscape of student life in Thailand, there existed a rule as rigid as a school ruler under a strict headmaster’s gaze. A decree inked in the annals of educational history some 50 years ago mandated that students march to the beat of a razor’s edge—literally. Short-back-and-sides, no beards, no makeup, and locks kept strictly in line. But the sun has set on this era, thanks to a ruling that echoes with the sound of joyous scissors—today’s students are free to let their hair down! In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Administrative Court of Thailand has quashed the dusty old statute of 1975, unleashed from the vault of historical tightness. Where once students were clipped to conformity, the chains have been lifted, ringing in a newfound liberty. The court delivered its verdict on a fateful Wednesday, and like the beat of a thousand hearts,…
In the tranquil northern province of Nan, Thailand, a scene worthy of a suspenseful thriller unfolded, only to be diffused by an unexpected twist. A Thai woman, living in the picturesque Du Tai sub-district, found herself in the center of a small-scale bomb scare that had her pulse racing and imagination conjuring up all possibilities. The package resting ominously outside her doorstep bore nothing more than her address. No sender, no lurking clue as to its origin — just an air of mystery that was palpable enough to warrant a call to the local Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit. Gravely concerned that the parcel could be sinisterly ticking away with danger, the EOD experts arrived on the scene with practiced caution. However, their seasoned intuition hinted at something peculiar — the package was deceptively light, a fact that didn’t quite align with typical explosive paraphernalia. With the Idaho Jones of…
In the bustling cities of Thailand, a storm has been brewing, but it’s not the kind you’d find in the skies. It’s the web of tangled, overloaded power poles that have been Singapore Slinging their wired madness across streets, causing chaos, and tarnishing the beauty of urban settings. However, in a heroic twist akin to the cleanup crew of Ghostbusters, AIS, in collaboration with the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), has stepped in to untangle this urban quagmire. Armed with the resolve of a tidy Marie Kondo, AIS has dispatched its own team of expert engineers to Ban Chang district in the alluring Rayong province. Their mission? To declutter telecommunications cables tangled around power poles, the unsung heroes of electricity, which have rather been bearing the brunt of overload and chaos. This valiant act aims not only to enhance the aesthetics of the area but also to drastically reduce accidental risks,…
In the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, a drama unfolded on March 3rd that could easily be the opening scene of a thrilling police series. The ever-energetic Phra Khanong district became the stage for what began as an all-too-familiar tale of public indecency and spiraled into a caper worthy of international news. Kamla, a 38-year-old man, found his night taking a rather odd turn when he decided to behave indecently in public—a decision that was both unwise and, as fate would have it, quite disruptive. It was a little after 9 PM when the tranquility at the tail end of Soi Sukhumvit 50 became a bit more spectacular than usual. Kamla, with a flair for the dramatic, apparently chose that as the right moment and place for his antics. Reports came trickling in of a man who had decided that clothes were optional and poor behavior quite mandatory, creating a scene…
In an unexpected plight that ushered plenty of unwanted attention, Fon Nongnaphat found herself caught in a whirlpool of criticism and an unintended brush with marine life. The adventurous Thai woman shared a cautionary tale for fellow diving enthusiasts after being swept into an aquatic conundrum while diving in the vibrant waters of Chumphon, a province famed for its resplendent coral reefs and diverse sea creatures. Yet, it wasn’t just the unexpected dangers beneath the waves that caught everyone’s attention. During what was supposed to be a serene freediving experience, strong waves abruptly changed the day’s plans. As Fon plunged into the depths, accompanied by her boyfriend and an ever-watchful diving instructor, the playful sea decided to turn boisterous. Fon found herself being shoved towards a rock face festooned with sea urchins and anemones, the stewards of the underwater kingdom. As captured in an adrenaline-pumping video now making rounds on…
In a groundbreaking move that captures the essence of the little guy finally having his day in court, a group of farmers has turned a new page in their legal saga against the agricultural monolith, Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF). Like a scene straight out of a courtroom drama, the South Bangkok Civil Court has opened the doors for their class action lawsuit, marking a pivotal moment in the fight against corporate Goliaths. As the early morning sun filtered through the courtroom windows at 9 am yesterday, March 4, the farmers saw their claims of environmental damage and the ensuing ripple effect on their livelihoods move one step closer to judgment day. The lawsuit, laced with allegations against CPF, contends that the company’s industrial operations have wrecked havoc on local ecosystems, sending the farmers’ way of life spiraling into disarray. Yet, lest you think the tale is a quick one, the…
In the early hours of March 5th, as the city of Bangkok was still enveloped in a silent slumber, an unforeseen tragedy unfolded along Phetkasem Road—a bustling thoroughfare that winds its way through Phetchaburi province. The morning mist hadn’t yet lifted when a harrowing accident broke the predawn tranquility, claiming a life and scattering coconuts across the asphalt. The ill-fated moment occurred at 4:40 AM at kilometre marker 177+200 in Cha-am district. Rungroj, a 34-year-old driver, met his untimely demise in an accident that seemed to belong to a tragic theatre of chance. His Isuzu pickup, weighted down with coconuts and dreams perhaps just as heavy, collided with a parked vehicle before meeting its arboreal nemesis—a tree that stoically stood its ground, causing the truck to somersault into a forsaken ditch. Police Lieutenant Butsakorn Wongsaroj, a diligent officer from Cha-am Police Station, was quick to arrive on the scene, accompanied…