Posts published in “Thailand”

In a harrowing and tragic turn of events in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, a Thai transwoman named Sarut took her own life in her parked car outside her beloved barbecue restaurant. The heartbreaking incident unfolded after Sarut reportedly lost a staggering 7 million baht to an insidious investment scam, leaving her despondent and despairing. As the first light of April 24 broke over Bang Kruai district, a diligent worker at the restaurant observed Sarut’s vehicle, a white GWM Haval SUV, conspicuously parked well before her usual arrival time. This unusual occurrence immediately raised alarm bells for the staff, who, despite their initial attempts to locate Sarut on the restaurant grounds, found no trace of her presence. It was only after a call from her anxious older brother that the gravity of the situation began to dawn on them. Acting on instinct, the worker rushed to the SUV, peeking inside, only…

In a scene that could have been straight out of a high-stakes poker movie, law enforcement officers in Pattaya orchestrated a dramatic raid on an underground gambling ring. On the 23rd of April, 2025, a clandestine poker den was busted wide open, leading to the apprehension of 19 individuals. Amid the lot were 10 foreigners whose faces displayed the surprise one might find upon discovering they have gone all in against the house and lost. The raid, which took place on a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, was reminiscent of a thrilling action sequence. Officers led by Pol. Col. Anek Srathongyu, Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, swooped down on a seemingly harmless sports club situated on Central Pattaya Road. This action was the culmination of a tip-off from vigilant citizens who feared that such illicit activities were tarnishing Pattaya’s repute as a wholesome, family-friendly holiday destination. In an unexpected twist of events…

Amidst the winding roads leading up to the captivating Phu Thab Boek Mountain in Thailand’s stunning Phetchabun province, a thrilling event has unfurled that even Hollywood wouldn’t script. Imagine a sleek, white BMW Z4, its powerful engine purring like a big cat, producing a symphony of screeching tires as it executes an exhilarating drift. This nail-biting spectacle unfolded in the Lom Kao district, captured in a video clip that recently surfaced online, sending netizens into a frenzy. The video, originally posted by TikTok user lolono.re, showcased this sporty BMW expertly maneuvering the serpentine curves of the mountain road. This high-octane scene, reminiscent of action-packed Fast & Furious movies, quickly drew attention for both its audacity and artistry. Standing strategically by the road, another individual immortalized the moment with a smartphone, ensuring this pulse-racing performance could be shared with the world—or at least, until the video mysteriously vanished. As with any…

The city of Bangkok has been thrown into deep turmoil following a catastrophic incident that is etched in its recent history. On that fateful day of March 28, the arid construction site of the State Audit Office (SAO) building, nestled on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, stood unfinished, its future abruptly recast by the tremors of an unpredictable Earth. An 8.2-magnitude earthquake, with its epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar, proved too great a force, causing the partially constructed SAO building to crumble in a matter of harrowing moments, leaving over one hundred brave souls trapped amidst the debris. The city has not been silent in its response. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has been on the front lines, documenting and reacting to the scope of the devastation. Reports from the BMA on the Friday following the tragedy described a heart-wrenching scene within the fire escape stairwell area, where they continue to recover…

Here’s a tale that blends holiday adventures with a stormy twist! A 38-year-old Thai tourist, Thongchai, owner of the FocusKhonkaen page, embarked on what he thought would be a serene family getaway to Phuket. But little did he know, his trip would turn into a real-life weather thriller, worthy of any blockbuster. Picture this: It was April 25, 2025, and Thongchai, along with his family, boarded a Thai AirAsia flight, eager to relax on the sun-kissed beaches of Phuket. However, as the aircraft began its graceful descent, nature had other plans. The skies grew dark, the calm turned chaotic, and the heavens unleashed a spectacular display of fierce storms. In true suspense fashion, a tornado, a rare phenomenon for the region, began to form over the Andaman Sea, spinning beneath the plane with a menacing swirl. Thongchai, who had been filming the panoramic views, witnessed this astonishing spectacle first-hand. “I’ve…

In a rather eye-opening operation on April 23, Thalang district officials unearthed a worrying 20 cases of methamphetamine use during a spontaneous drug screening in Pa Khlok. This endeavor, part of a sweeping crackdown on drug misuse, brought together a special operations team from the Thalang district administration, village headmen, public health volunteers, and the ever-vigilant Thalang Police. The mission was clear: target random urine screenings across three strategic villages—Village 1, 6, and 9. Out of the 120 individuals tested, 20 tested positive for meth, a revelation that might raise more than a few eyebrows. In an unexpected twist, all 20 individuals confessed to using the drug. However, instead of ending up with legal woes, they opted for a path toward rehabilitation by agreeing to enter voluntary treatment at Thalang Hospital. Notably, no illegal items surfaced during the exhaustive vehicle and person searches, reassuring locals that the true objective wasn’t…

Picture this: a winding mountain road, the echo of roaring engines, and a flash of white cutting through the misty curves of Phu Thap Buek, a picturesque mountain in Thailand’s Phetchabun province. This scenic beauty recently found itself in the spotlight, not for its lush landscapes or cool climate, but for a hair-raising viral video that has divided opinions as sharply as the BMW Z4’s drift through its turns. The star of this now-infamous video is a foreigner, whose passion for cars and adrenaline-fueled moments led him to test the limits of his luxurious ride. Captured by the keen lens of Thai TikToker @lolono.re, the clip showcases the white BMW performing a spectacular sideways slide, hugging the curves of the road—a sight as thrilling as it is controversial. Once uploaded, the video spread across social media platforms faster than the sports car itself, accompanied by the caption “Brilliant! #Phetchabun #PhuThapBuek.”…

As the dazzling cityscape of Bangkok carries on with its usual effervescence, a tale of resilience and hope unfolds in the shadow of tragedy. Just days ago, a mighty structure meant to stand as a testament to modern architectural ingenuity—the State Audit Office building—was reduced to a tragic heap of rubble in the wake of a tremor that left the city reeling. In the early morning of March 30, beneath a bright Bangkok sky, a scene of painstaking salvage operations played out. Loved ones, hearts heavy yet hopeful, watch with bated breath as teams of rescuers orchestrate their mission, driven by the collective lament of a city’s loss. At the forefront of this heart-wrenching operation stands the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, resolute in their promise to leave no stone unturned in this quest for closure. Deputy Governor Tavida Kamolvej, a paragon of determination, took center stage in a recent interview with…

This morning, the idyllic skies over Cha-am were shattered by tragedy as a Royal Thai Police (RTP) plane crashed into the sea, claiming the lives of five passengers with one daring soul clinging to life in a hospital bed. The ill-fated aircraft, identified by the call sign RTP964, a part of a routine test flight, was halted just moments after it soared into the sky from Hua Hin Airport. The embattled aircraft was a DHC6-400 Twin Otter, a model renowned for its prowess in short take-off and landing operations, built by Viking Air in Canada. This trusty airbird, once viewed as the pride of the Police Aviation Division, unexpectedly delivered a heart-wrenching blow right around 8.15 AM, merely 0.1 nautical miles from the airport where it began its brief journey. Whispers among the RTP suggest that a catastrophic failure in the right engine led to the calamity. A stark reminder…